With just her bare hands, Jenny Forward picked up a platypus in a roadside gutter she thought needed rescuing. She says within seconds she knew it was a "big mistake". ⌘ Read more
With just her bare hands, Jenny Forward picked up a platypus in a roadside gutter she thought needed rescuing. She says within seconds she knew it was a "big mistake". ⌘ Read more
A free agency decision on Ben McKay could shape the AFL trade period, while Xavier Duursma and Lachie Schultz request moves to Victorian clubs. Get the latest news, analysis and discussion in our live blog. ⌘ Read more
Foreign Minister Penny Wong says Israel has a right to defend itself, and judging its security decisions from a distance is "very difficult", as Israel's government vows to cut off food and water to the blockaded Gaza Strip. ⌘ Read more
The Australian Netball Players Association says it cannot lock its members into an "unfair deal" as they accuse Netball Australia of rejecting a real partnership model with Super Netball players. ⌘ Read more
The National Children's Commissioner says she's "increasingly concerned" about government accountability for the human rights of children in the Northern Territory, after a video emerged showing the Barkly Regional Council Mayor sitting on a child. ⌘ Read more
Australia's share market is expected to make early gains after Wall Street's major indexes closed higher overnight. ⌘ Read more
Follow our live blog as we bring you the latest news in the lead-up to voting day on October 14. ⌘ Read more
There was always going to be a strong bid to bring cricket back for the 2032 Olympics in Brisbane, but LA 2028 looks set to be the first Games in 128 years to have cricket on the schedule. ⌘ Read more
The ABC can reveal a sacred women's site in the Northern Territory has been impacted by government infrastructure at a popular tourist hot spring. ⌘ Read more
For years, political parties from across the divide have failed equally at bettering the lot of people in the Northern Territory. How will the NT ever see substantive change? ⌘ Read more
Clancy, Zar, Koda and Peggy lived in the same Geraldton area. Within a month, they all suffered sudden, agonising deaths. ⌘ Read more
Robert F Kennedy Jr abandons the party of his dynasty family and his bid for the Democratic presidential nomination, announcing he's running for election as an independent — a possible boost for Donald Trump. ⌘ Read more
More bush could have been treated despite the wet weather of the last few years, according to Firesticks Alliance co-founder Victor Steffensen. ⌘ Read more
Hamas has held Israeli civilians and soldiers captive before, but history shows this hostage situation could be much more difficult for Israel to resolve. ⌘ Read more
Finding a storage container to keep belongings in while sleeping in his car, was almost as expensive as rent, according to Mark Lovett, who feared he would be homeless after his unit was removed from the National Rental Affordability Scheme. ⌘ Read more
Shannon Davis was declared legally blind due to end-stage glaucoma at 43, despite reporting no symptoms beforehand. He's now calling for more awareness of and testing for the disease, which is known as "the silent thief of sight". ⌘ Read more
They were one of the biggest bands of the 90s, ended by a bitter sibling rivalry. But almost three decades on, Noel Gallagher says the highs and lows of Oasis were everything he had hoped for. ⌘ Read more
Patients with severe mental illness are having to sleep on the floor or couches inside Queensland's largest hospital due to chronic bed shortages, with some left waiting days. ⌘ Read more
After more than a year of gruelling treatments for melanoma, she is now raising awareness about the prevalence of skin cancer among young people. ⌘ Read more
More people are undecided on the Voice to Parliament than during the last federal election. But is there enough to sway the outcome either way? ⌘ Read more
Jacinta Nampijinpa Price was not on ABC's Q+A but a colleague's defence of her comments on colonisation drew a heated response as the Voice referendum looms large. ⌘ Read more
The falcons have been laying eggs on the top of the 34-storey building since 1991, but this year, there won't be hatchlings. ⌘ Read more
Tasmania's Liberal premier is urging a Yes vote in Saturday's referendum but the dominant Indigenous group says No. What is happening on the island state and why do polls say it is the only state tracking in favour? ⌘ Read more
Live streaming has become a multi-billion-dollar industry, as people pay to watching everything from someone sleeping to them eating chips. So what's the appeal? ⌘ Read more
The fighting in Israel and Gaza continues but an incident on the Lebanese border threatens to bring Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah into the fray. ⌘ Read more
Flares and fireworks were lit in the crowd and thrown onto the forecourt steps of the Opera House, where rows of police officers were monitoring the situation. ⌘ Read more
It follows the official Nobel Prizes in medicine, physics, chemistry, literature and peace that were announced last week. ⌘ Read more
Everyone at Brisbane Airport was eager to hear how Tom Robinson is faring following his brush with death, but his only focus now is family. ⌘ Read more
Lawyers for Zachary Rolfe have asked the Northern Territory coroner to "consider recusing herself" from an inquest into the death of Kumanjayi Walker "on the grounds of apprehended bias". ⌘ Read more
The Minns government said it would introduce a bill to parliament this week, in an effort to reduce long-term drug offending. ⌘ Read more
The Senate committee examining the decision delivers its final report, making 10 recommendations, including that the government immediately review its decision. ⌘ Read more
Shane Stone is elected unopposed by the Country Liberal Party’s rank-and-file as president, 10 months out from the next territory election. ⌘ Read more
More than 70 witnesses appear to give evidence in court on Bosscher Lawyers after its co-founder was charged with fraud and falsifying documents. ⌘ Read more
David Richards must not have contact with female patients or work outside the Gold Coast where clinic he is based, under conditions imposed by the Health Ombudsman. ⌘ Read more
The parents of Aishwarya Aswath, who died while waiting for treatment at Perth Children's Hospital, say a royal commission is needed to ensure transparency following the alleged rape of a teenager at the same facility. ⌘ Read more
An ancient Indigenous rock shelter was not damaged when nearby mine blasting dislodged a cubic-metre large rock and felled a tree, according to mining giant Rio Tinto. ⌘ Read more
If the global insomnia market is anything to go by, insomnia is big business and getting bigger. How did we become so obsessed with sleep, asks Philippa Martyr. ⌘ Read more
Three-time world title runner-up Sally Fitzgibbons wins back her spot on the World Surf League's top tour after dominating the second-tier Challenger Series. ⌘ Read more
José Ramos-Horta says Beijing did not want to help develop police and military infrastructure over concerns of an "overreaction" from Australia. ⌘ Read more
A rodeo horse was euthanased at an event in north-west Victoria after an incident organisers say would have been upsetting for spectators. ⌘ Read more
100,000 Israeli reserve troops have gathered in southern Israel to wrest control from Hamas militants, in response to their surprise attack from the Gaza strip. ⌘ Read more
Federal and state agricultural ministers have agreed to further research into the potential release of a carp herpes virus into Australian waterways, but an expert says doing so risks wasting more time and money. ⌘ Read more
Former Test captain Stephen Moore says rugby in Australia needs an overhaul to stop the Wallabies becoming a tier two team following their World Cup flop. ⌘ Read more
Elahe Yazdani says she was forced to induce her baby in 2020, with little English and less communication from hospital staff, and she still carries the trauma from her childbirth experience. ⌘ Read more
American Brian Mendoza talks up his firepower as Australian Tim Tszyu puts his super-welterweight belt on the line at the Gold Coast this Sunday. ⌘ Read more
The Bureau of Meteorology has just released its outlook for the coming season, detailing the risk of tropical cyclones, floods, heatwaves, fires and storms. ⌘ Read more
Three major airlines will be able to fly more often over Moreton Bay in a move Brisbane Airport says will reduce aircraft noise over the city. ⌘ Read more
Emergency services were called to the scene at 1pm on Sunday following reports two people had been struck by a large tree branch. ⌘ Read more
Young rave attendees set out to a southern Israel desert for two days of fun and music. What greeted them was a horror surprise attack that killed hundreds. ⌘ Read more
Australia's decision to abandon efforts to eradicate varroa mite is triggering an exodus of backyard and hobby beekeepers, with thousands already selling their bee smokers and hanging up their bee suits. ⌘ Read more
Angie Fuller, a 30-year-old mother of two, was last seen near Alice Springs in January. Her disappearance is being treated as a homicide. ⌘ Read more
Israel has declared war on Palestine after Hamas militants entered Israel and killed hundreds of Israelis. Here is how the events unfolded in pictures. ⌘ Read more
A memorial to those who served or were killed in action during World War II has been graffitied in south-east South Australia. ⌘ Read more
The situation in Israel is unpredictable and changing quickly, but one of the few certainties is that Israel will respond ferociously. This crisis is almost certain to get much worse before it gets better, writes John Lyons. ⌘ Read more
A Tasmanian coroner has found the ambulance service failed to correctly prioritise a case where a man was showing multiple heart attack symptoms. ⌘ Read more
Hamas fighters have escaped back to Gaza with dozens of captives, including women, children and the elderly, after an unprecedented attack that has seen at least 700 people killed in Israel, followed by more than 400 in the Palestinian territories after retaliations by Israeli forces. ⌘ Read more
Portugal's total rugby earns Os Lobos a dramatic first ever Rugby World Cup victory as Fiji limp into the quarterfinals at the expense of the Wallabies, but will they be given a fair crack of the whip against England? ⌘ Read more
In the north-east Brazilian state of Amazonas, 42 of 62 municipalities have declared a state of emergency and experts predict the drought could worsen into 2024. ⌘ Read more
Jim Mills spent his final days battling bureaucracy — now his family wants to make sure no-one else falls through the cracks. ⌘ Read more
Police have not confirmed the motive for the killing of Robert Issa at a Craigieburn shopping centre, but say they are "exploring" whether it is linked to tobacco store arsons. ⌘ Read more
Police confirm the 24-year-old passenger died at the scene, while the 50-year-old pilot died overnight. ⌘ Read more
Rejecting one Labor strategist's claim the Yes campaign for the Voice to Parliament has been defeated, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says the campaign only ends once Australians have cast their vote. ⌘ Read more
Melbourne restaurants are already crossing items off the menu as Victorian producers struggle to process their animals. ⌘ Read more
We often hear urban magpies calling and singing. Now, a researcher is studying what impacts our own noises are having on the birds, which can have trouble finding a new home due to the species' territorial nature. ⌘ Read more
Foreign Minister Penny Wong said the targeting of civilians and taking of hostages was "never a cause for celebration". ⌘ Read more
The ASX is set to open higher at the beginning of trade on Monday after strong jobs data and tech stocks rallied on Wall Street on Friday, while oil prices are keenly in focus in response to Hamas's attack on Israel. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Follow our live blog for the latest news in the lead-up to voting in the referendum on October 14. ⌘ Read more
It might have seemed a canny investment at the time, but what was prime waterfront land in the town of Yaamba 160 years ago now lies at the bottom of the Fitzroy River. And until recently, it carried a small fortune in unpaid rates. ⌘ Read more
Kenya's Kelvin Kiptum breaks the men's marathon world record in Chicago, a month after the women's record toppled in Berlin. ⌘ Read more
Officially considered a terrorist group by the Australian government, Hamas has controlled Gaza since it ousted Fatah forces in a brief civil war in 2007. ⌘ Read more
Businesses breathe a sigh of relief as the southern platforms at the new train station open, but there is still a long way to go to turn the inner-city Perth suburb into a major transport and housing hub. ⌘ Read more
As the departure of a "change agent" tasked with reforming WA's youth justice system causes stress and uncertainty, the next six months will be crucial in determining whether the monumental task can remain on track, writes state political reporter Keane Bourke. ⌘ Read more
A young pharmacy student never imaged a serious golfing mishap would lead to a lifelong business and romantic partnership. ⌘ Read more
A Coroner's Court document said body worn and CCTV footage "indicates" Ms Tafaifa died "following a prolonged period of physical restraint", including "the application of handcuffs and the use of a spit hood". ⌘ Read more
Australians who can't attend a polling place on October 14 have just over 48 hours to apply for a postal vote pack. ⌘ Read more
Israel says it is at war as its soldiers battle Hamas fighters in the streets of southern Israel and launch air strikes on Gaza. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
A cruel and incurable disease took former TV personality Fiona MacDonald's voice, and her trademark quick wit and banter with it. But she's not staying silent. ⌘ Read more
The battle over the climate is escalating, and nowhere more than in Western Australia, where a new generation of protesters is prepared to break the law to make their point. ⌘ Read more
Lewis Hamilton says he takes responsibility for an opening-lap crash with his teammate, George Russell. ⌘ Read more
With parents battling year-long childcare waitlists, a new initiative being trialled in North Queensland could be one solution to the childcare crisis. ⌘ Read more
Premier Chris Minns says the ban will help combat student distraction in the classroom, and brings the state in line with South Australia, the Northern Territory, Victoria and Western Australia. ⌘ Read more
The Wallabies need Portugal to beat Fiji to have any chance of making the Rugby World Cup quarterfinals. Follow all the action in our live blog. ⌘ Read more
Despite a clear link between general and oral health, the dental and medical professions tend to work in isolation. Experts believe it's adding to the chronic disease burden. ⌘ Read more
Institutions that do the wrong thing usually do what they can to cover it up. That’s the force a whistleblower is up against, writes Adele Ferguson. ⌘ Read more
As the death toll from Hamas attacks on Israel and counterstrikes in Gaza climbs, Israel officially declares war and vows to attack Hamas targets. ⌘ Read more
Terrifying eyewitness accounts and videos emerge showing how Hamas's surprise attack on Israel caught soldiers and civilians unaware, including at a dance party in the desert. ⌘ Read more
NSW Police attended the property in Riverwood just before 2pm on Sunday and are investigating if the incident is domestic-violence related. ⌘ Read more
Jake Fraser-McGurk only needed 29 balls to reach his century for South Australia, breaking the previous mark set by South African great AB de Villiers in an ODI. ⌘ Read more
Australia kicks off its 2023 World Cup campaign with a tough clash against host nation India. Check out the live scores and stats in our ScoreCentre. ⌘ Read more
Revenue NSW is still chasing the $3,000 fee from more than 17,000 people who have not paid their hotel bill, and has issued more than 5, 000 "garnishee orders" to claw back outstanding payments. ⌘ Read more
Emergency services are responding to a light plane crash at Merriton, in the state's mid-north. ⌘ Read more
Emergency services have closed all entrances to the popular spot, located north of the Darwin CBD. ⌘ Read more
After "holding on for dear life" to his flipped rowboat for 14 hours, Tom from Brisbane was rescued. Hear his recount of the ordeal. ⌘ Read more
Essendon pulls off a sensational come-from-behind win over Geelong, triumphing by 10 points in Warrnambool as Maddy Prespakis earns bragging rights over younger sister Georgie. ⌘ Read more
The risk of developing shingles increases with age. From next month a new vaccine against the virus, tipped to be 90 per cent effective, will be available through the National Immunisation Program for older and immunocompromised Australians. ⌘ Read more
Gaza is one of the most heavily monitored places on earth, constantly watched by satellites and drones and agents on the ground. And yet, Israeli defence and intelligence had no idea Hamas's carefully coordinated assault was coming, writes Adam Harvey. ⌘ Read more
In 2020, Oxford philosopher Toby Ord put the chances of "existential catastrophe" for our species during the next century at one in six. But does it really stack up, asks Steven Stern. ⌘ Read more
Self-represented locals say the farmland flanking the city should not be lost to urban sprawl. ⌘ Read more
In a statement released through NSW Police, the family of Queensland pilot Peter Nally and his three grandchildren ask for privacy as they "grieve and process this tragedy". ⌘ Read more
The AFL club still has to complete another round of community consultation and enter an approval process before any building works can commence on its $100 million plans for Thebarton Oval. ⌘ Read more