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It is possible to cook a gourmet meal on a budget. Here's how chef Stacey Morton does it
Stacey Morton has set herself a gourmet "mystery box challenge" by using products from her local Food Bank with tips for budget-conscious cooks. ⌘ Read more
The project aiming to make sure this species of tree doesn't go the way of the Tasmanian tiger
The Tasmanian tiger was driven to extinction, as was the Tasmanian emu and a myriad of plants — but it is hoped a bold move will save another iconic Tasmanian species, the Morrisby's gum. ⌘ Read more
The ACT's new drug decriminalisation laws treat addiction as a health issue. How will that help users?**
Next Saturday the ACT's new drug laws will come into effect, meaning people found possessing small quantities of illicit drugs like heroin, ice or cocaine will be cautioned, fined or referred to a drug counselling program instead of being charged. ⌘ Read more
Does Queensland's Path to Treaty need bipartisan support to work – or is it just a matter of politics?**
Queensland's Path to Treaty process could face a tough road ahead after the state's LNP suddenly withdrew its support. ⌘ Read more
Where are the waves? 'Exceedingly flat spell' leaves NSW surfers longing for a swell
Surfers on the Far South Coast of NSW say they have experienced the worst few months of swell they've ever witnessed and that's taken a toll on their mental health. ⌘ Read more
Which Aussie kids shows shaped you into the person you are?**
The research is in, and kids' TV really can be one of our earliest lessons in what it means to be Australian. So what were some of the biggest influences on generations past, and which one shaped you? ⌘ Read more
Telemarketer at centre of charity cyber hack collapses, putting more than 100 out of work
Pareto Phone folds less than two months after the ABC revealed the company had potentially breached Australian privacy laws by keeping donor details for more than a decade. ⌘ Read more
When motherhood threw a grenade at my friendships, I tossed away some poor advice and found a new tribe
The friends I've made later in my life feel like a gift. Time speeds by when we are together, and yet I age backwards when I am with them, writes Virginia Trioli. ⌘ Read more
Swapping bricks and mortar for a home on wheels, this Queensland couple is choosing homelessness
Kristy Bowman and Kevin Humphrey's move to a home on wheels is no #vanlife adventure — it's a heartbreaking decision made necessary by constant rent rises. ⌘ Read more
The secrets of the Sydney Opera House's construction
How a young builder from Brisbane became the man who turned an architectural dream into a bricks-and-mortar reality. ⌘ Read more
Rainbow Chan's new show brings the bridal laments of her female ancestors to the stage
The multidisciplinary artist and musician has been on an epic journey to connect with her ancestral culture, learning folksongs from the all-but-forgotten brides of pre-colonial Hong Kong. ⌘ Read more
10 desperate men, shipwrecked off the harsh Tasmanian coast and left for dead. How did anyone live to tell the tale?**
It has been 50 years since the Blythe Star sank in Australia's unforgiving southern waters. Now, survivor Mick Doleman is telling the full story of how the crew lasted nearly two weeks in hostile seas, and helping give a voice to those who didn't return. ⌘ Read more
Practitioners and students call RMIT to stop cancellation of Chinese medicine program
Students and practitioners are calling on RMIT to reverse its decision to discontinue the undergraduate Chinese medicine program, which is the only government-funded Chinese medicine program in Victoria. ⌘ Read more
Ahmed Yassin was a quadriplegic refugee who ran a charity. How did he end up founding Hamas?**
How did Ahmed Yassin go from a spiritual leader running a charity, to the co-founder of the ferocious political and paramilitary group Hamas? ⌘ Read more
Here's how to navigate the end of your fixed-rate home loan
If your ultra-low fixed rate is about to expire, here are some things you can do to ease the transition to higher repayments. ⌘ Read more
The doctor and the damage done: How a nurse brought down Dr Death
The brown brick hospital on the main drag into Bundaberg is an unassuming building, but many locals are still traumatised by what went on here when Jayant Patel, aka Dr Death, was director of surgery. ⌘ Read more
Offal sales are 'exploding' at this Sydney butcher. Here's why
Plenty of people squirm at the thought of eating tripe or liver. But some Australians are turning to it as a more ethical and nutritious way to eat meat. ⌘ Read more
Dazzling corals and sea creatures brought to light in Exmouth Gulf's normally dark waters
Last month, the turbid waters in Exmouth Gulf cleared to reveal a wonderland of undamaged black corals and healthy reefs, but marine scientists are worried the area will miss out on protection. ⌘ Read more
Live: New Zealand and Argentina meet for spot in Rugby World Cup final
New Zealand's All Blacks and Los Pumas of Argentina meet at the Stade de France in Paris in the Rugby World Cup semifinal. Follow all the action in our live blog. ⌘ Read more
With the Voice campaign over, Australia has entered new political territory — and there's danger on the horizon
The Voice campaign and its politics have confirmed we're in new political territory, where there seems little restraint or even regard for the truth — not just by fringe players but players central to our politics, writes Laura Tingle. ⌘ Read more
'Difference between life and death': UN chief calls for fast action to get stalled aid into Gaza
On a visit to the Rafah border crossing, Antonio Guterres urges that trucks of humanitarian supplies be let into Gaza as quickly as possible, as the Israeli army readies for an imminent ground invasion. ⌘ Read more
Swimming Australia votes on new constitution to avoid expulsion from World Aquatics
Swimming Australia adopts a new constitution that gives athletes a greater voice and increases the voting base of the organisation. ⌘ Read more
State government energy company fined $300,000 over death of pineapple farm worker
The court heard Cody Smith was electrocuted when a harvester he was working near passed under a powerline which had dropped significantly from its usual height. ⌘ Read more
Woman who abducted twin five-year-old daughters sentenced to three years in prison
A Brisbane court heard the woman and her daughters were on the run for four years, during which they did not attend school, their names were changed, and their hair was dyed. ⌘ Read more
World Cup live: Australia faces Pakistan in crucial game buoyed by breakthrough win
Having got off the mark at the World Cup against Sri Lanka, Australia faces Pakistan looking to keep up the positive momentum. Check out the live scores and stats in our ScoreCentre. ⌘ Read more
MotoGP race moved due to wild Phillip Island weather forecast for Sunday
The Australian Grand Prix will be raced on Saturday instead of Sunday because of high winds forecast for Phillip Island over the weekend. ⌘ Read more
Firefighters in this country town say they're so fed up with bureaucracy they might quit
Country firefighters in WA are considering quitting over battles with bureaucracy and a funding rejection, according to a volunteer association. ⌘ Read more
WA premier backs health minister's account of alleged rape at Perth Children's Hospital despite conflicting reports
Roger Cook doubles down on Amber-Jade Sanderson's account of what happened the night a 13-year-old girl was allegedly raped inside WA's flagship children's hospital amid the release of conflicting information. ⌘ Read more
Who is Matilda Djerf and why is her clothing label in hot water?**
Swedish influencer Matilda Djerf and her clothing line, Djerf Avenue, are facing backlash from content creators with smaller audiences who claim her company is unfairly issuing copyright strikes against them. ⌘ Read more
Golf club treasurer sentenced after stealing almost $500k due to gambling addiction that 'got out of control'
Former accountant Travis Austerberry is sentenced to three years in jail after using his privileges as the treasurer of a regional Victorian golf club to steal almost half a million dollars in two-and-a-half years. ⌘ Read more
Child dies, another seriously injured in three-car collision in Shepparton East
The crash adds to a horror year on the roads in the Goulburn Valley, with the region recording the most road deaths in the state outside metropolitan Melbourne. ⌘ Read more
Investors push gold price to record levels as Israel-Gaza war intensifies
The Australian dollar gold price hit an all-time record high this week, briefly reaching $3,130 an ounce. ⌘ Read more
Dancing from infancy to the grave, ageing dancers make a renaissance on the stage
Professional ballet has traditionally been a domain for the young, but when Maari Gray returned to dance after an almost 30-year hiatus, she felt her mind and body working with a cohesion she had never experienced before. ⌘ Read more
Horse owners warned as dead hedgehogs found in feed imported from New Zealand
Imports of all FibreFresh products have been suspended and an urgent recall has been issued. ⌘ Read more
Lifesaver from well-known Gold Coast family to face rape trial
A young lifesaver accused of raping a 21-year-old woman at a Gold Coast surf club house three years ago is expected to stand trial in a Queensland Court next month. ⌘ Read more
Federal government will not cancel Chinese company's Port of Darwin lease
In a statement, the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet says that there is "a robust regulatory system in place to manage risks to critical infrastructure" and that it "was not necessary to vary or cancel the lease." ⌘ Read more
'Motivated by hatred': Man sentenced to 22 years in jail for bashing murder at Sydney gay beat
A man's involvement in the fatal assault on a stranger in a Sydney three decades ago is labelled an "affront to any civilised society". ⌘ Read more
International cricketers played at a local club in Melbourne last year. They were paid in stolen money
A man who stole $250,000 from his workplace and used the money to lure international cricket players to Australia to represent his local club pleads guilty to fraud charges. ⌘ Read more
Reports reveal 'high' hospital ceiling collapse risk as health board assures patients wards are safe
Leaked documents have revealed two wards at Albury hospital are at risk of collapse – and have been for almost a decade. ⌘ Read more
Fire-affected residents to return home, but George already knows there's nothing left on his property
Residents of fire-ravaged Deepwater in central Queensland are preparing to return to their homes to survey the damage for themselves. ⌘ Read more
Adele says she's quit drinking. Here's how to tell if you have a problem with alcohol, too
British singer-songwriter Adele joins a growing number of people who are trying to quit or reduce their drinking. But what does "borderline alcoholic" mean and is it a real thing? Nicole Lee explains. ⌘ Read more
Moving on from 'cryptobros': Meet the artist welcoming crypto regulation
NFTs once seemed to offer a genuine utility to the art world. There's now hope that, through regulation, that promise can be fulfilled. ⌘ Read more
Pro-Palestinian march to go ahead in Sydney as premier warns of 'zero tolerance' for hate speech
NSW Police do not anticipate using extraordinary powers to search and identify protesters during a pro-Palestinian march planned for tomorrow. ⌘ Read more
Town's residents told to take 'city personality' test in preparation for hydrogen boom
Whyalla is set to become South Australia's hydrogen hub and its council is urging locals to complete a survey about the town's personality to make sure it's inviting enough for an influx of new residents. ⌘ Read more
Tasmanians told to prepare for weekend of storms with strong winds and possible flooding
Tasmanians are being told to expect a very wet weekend and to prepare their properties for potential flash flooding as storms move in from South Australia. ⌘ Read more
Biden tried to reassert US leadership in the Middle East, but left with fewer friends and greater risks
US President Joe Biden had hoped his Middle East visit would reinforce US leadership and calm a spiralling crisis in the wake of the Hamas terrorist attacks and Israel’s bombing of Gaza. Instead it was derailed by the explosion at a Gaza hospital, writes Eric Tlozek. ⌘ Read more
Notorious former Christian Brother given more jail time after admitting to further abuse against boys
Former Christian Brother John Laidlaw, 84, is likely to die in prison after being sentenced over further offending against students at Victorian Catholic schools between 1966 and 1990. ⌘ Read more
High chance of unprecedented early cyclone brewing over Coral Sea, weather bureau says
The Bureau of Meteorology says there's a 75 per cent chance of cyclone development off the coast of North Queensland on Tuesday or Wednesday of next week. ⌘ Read more
NASA shares never-before-seen images of Jupiter's lava-covered moon, Io
NASA's Juno spacecraft captures data on a flyby of Jupiter's moon Io, one of 92 moons that orbit the gas giant. ⌘ Read more
The small instrument having a big impact on thousands of Australians
Ukulele clubs are giving many their first opportunity to play music at any stage of life. But what is it about this small, unassuming guitar, once thought of as a kids' toy, that now has thousands of Australians hooked? ⌘ Read more
Woman's body found by firefighters after extinguishing grass fire near Brisbane
A crime scene has been declared and police are investigating after the body of a young woman was found at the scene of a grass fire south of Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
All the latest COVID-19 case numbers from around Australia
Here's a quick wrap of the COVID-19 news and case numbers from each Australian jurisdiction from the past week. ⌘ Read more
Plane carrying skydivers makes emergency landing at Barwon Heads
Five people were taken to hospital with minor injuries after a plane carrying a group of skydivers was forced to make an emergency landing south-west of Melbourne. ⌘ Read more
Daniel Ricciardo is back on an F1 grid and ready to prove himself again
Daniel Ricciardo's trademark smile is back on a Formula 1 grid as he prepares for the US Grand Prix with AlphaTouri, but the Australian is keen to prove he is more than just an entertainer. ⌘ Read more
'We know a tiny smidgen of the world': Quantum physicist Michelle Simmons is pushing boundaries
Pre-eminent quantum physicist Professor Simmons has spent decades at the cutting edge of scientific discovery. ⌘ Read more
In WA's far north, young leaders like Bianca say the 'shock' of the Voice defeat will inspire a push for greater change
With the Kimberley one of the few regional areas to back the Voice, Aboriginal youth leaders say the "devastating" result will ultimately inspire them into greater advocacy. ⌘ Read more
This shy lemur is being urged to overcome his fears and woo his female companion
Two critically endangered black-and-white ruffed lemurs named Tsiky and Kintana are paired together at a zoo in southern NSW, in the hopes they will breed and help preserve their "stunning" species. ⌘ Read more
Tibetan spaniel lost in outback crash shows up looking for a pat five months later
Misha the show dog ran away from a serious crash about 60 kilometres from Broken Hill in May. Her owners have been rewarded for never giving up hope she would be found. ⌘ Read more
Sheepskins go from luxury to landfill as prices plummet and synthetics take over
Sheepskin car seat covers, and wool-lined gloves were once the height of luxury but these days, farmers are lucky if they're not charged a fee to send them to landfill. ⌘ Read more
When Margaret was a little girl all she wanted was a sister. Instead she got a baby goat
We all have that one thing we cannot live without and for farmer Margaret Graham that thing is goats. It all began when her mum got her a baby doe. ⌘ Read more
NT coroner unconvinced Shane Tapp died by accidental drowning after inquest
The family of Katherine man Shane Tapp say they feel vindicated after the Northern Territory coroner cast doubt over whether NT Police fully investigated the "curious" circumstances surrounding his death. ⌘ Read more
Independent MPs not amused as Tasmanian Labor backflips on political donation reform
"Gutless" and "spineless" are some of the words independent MPs use to describe the Labor opposition after a last-minute change of heart that will mean Tasmania will have the country's second-weakest political donation disclosure threshold. ⌘ Read more
Cummins confident Australia has turned a corner after stuttering World Cup start
Pat Cummins believes Australia's win over Sri Lanka shows signs it is over the troubles that dogged the side through the first two World Cup games, ahead of a critical clash with Pakistan. ⌘ Read more
Why some Australians are hopeful about Indigenous issues even though the Voice was rejected
Like many Australians, Aboriginal elder Hassan Gardiner is very disappointed that Australia rejected a Voice to Parliament on Saturday, but he is also hopeful with what it has achieved. ⌘ Read more
We fact checked Jim Chalmers on whether workers are $3,700 better off under Labor. Here's what we found
Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the average full-time worker is $3,700 a year better off under Labor. Is that correct? RMIT ABC Fact Check investigates. ⌘ Read more
Boy dies after being detained in problem-plagued WA prison unit
A First Nations teenager dies after being detained in the controversial Unit 18 youth detention wing of WA's adult Casuarina Prison. ⌘ Read more
Search underway for man missing in Rockhampton's Fitzroy River after allegedly fleeing police
A search and rescue is underway for a man who went missing in a Central Queensland river after allegedly fleeing police. ⌘ Read more
Millions spent on Santos' unused Barossa gas rig 'risky' business for investors, analyst says
Santos plans to start drilling at its Barossa gas field by the end of the year, but a gas analyst says major legal and environmental hurdles, and costly delays, is making that timeline "increasingly unrealistic". ⌘ Read more
'Engaging with families in a more cultural way': How this group of women is keeping more kids out of care
An Indigenous women's group concerned the Northern Territory government is taking kids into child protection at twice the national rate has set up a family support program to keep more children with their families. ⌘ Read more
Researchers keen to see more of Fonzarella, the leafy seadragon with a unique, cool style
A team of researchers are learning about the fascinating traits of a dainty sea creature, with one particular specimen catching their attention. ⌘ Read more
'Double whammy' for Indigenous community groups in Queensland 'kicked while we're down'
After voting in favour of the First Nations Treaty Institute and truth-telling inquiry that passed parliament five months ago the Queensland Liberal National Party yesterday withdrew its support for a Path to Treaty. ⌘ Read more
Distinguished service medals awarded to army's top brass might be 'illegal'
Veterans claim they have uncovered evidence of the "systematic abuse" of Australia's honours and awards system that has allowed senior commanders, including current Defence Chief General Angus Campbell, to be wrongly awarded "distinguished service" medals for decades. ⌘ Read more
Big holes in 32km stretch of wild dog fence threatens livelihoods, graziers say
Sheep graziers say the broken section is allowing feral animals to move freely between NSW and SA and threatening their industry, after long delays to repairs. ⌘ Read more
Former Trump lawyer Sidney Powell pleads guilty in Georgia election interference case
Sidney Powell pleads guilty to aiding the former US president's efforts to overturn his election defeat in the state of Georgia in 2020, agreeing to testify against him if called. ⌘ Read more
Overworked and alone: Advocates say it's time Australia's more than 2.5 million unpaid carers got a break
Respite cottages give carers a break from looking after the person they care for but advocates say there's not enough, leaving many of Australia's 2.5 million unpaid carers at breaking point. ⌘ Read more
Storytelling at the heart of the Archie 100 exhibition, on display in Canberra after two years on the road
After spending the past two years travelling around Australia, the Archie 100: A Century of the Archibald Prize exhibition has reached its final home at the National Portrait Gallery in Canberra. ⌘ Read more
Live: Israeli defence chief says troops will soon see Gaza 'from inside'
Israeli's Defence Minister tells troops gathered at the Gaza border they would soon see the Palestinian enclave "from inside", suggesting an expected ground invasion could be nearing. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Sara was skipping meals and eating instant noodles to save money. Then she was diagnosed with malnutrition
To save money, Sara would cook a meal for her family and then fill up on two-minute noodles for herself. Then she was diagnosed with malnutrition. Experts say food insecurity is on the rise in Australia, but measuring the extent of the problem isn't easy. ⌘ Read more
Water carters work around the clock in drought-ravaged Hunter Valley as dams dry up
Water cartage operators are working around the clock, as drought conditions start to bite across the New South Wales Hunter Valley. ⌘ Read more
Where's the best place to see the Orionid meteor shower?**
Stargazers will be setting their alarms early this weekend to see the Orionids shower the sky in streaks of light as Earth passes through debris left by Halley's Comet. ⌘ Read more
How a legal loophole clogged courts and almost broke Australia's asylum seeker system
Lost hope and lives on hold — a flaw in Australia's asylum system allowed "bad actors" to exploit a legal loophole, and it's done more damage to asylum seekers searching for a better life. ⌘ Read more
Have you been asked to sign up to MyMedicare? Here's what you need to know
You may have received a text or email in recent weeks from your GP asking you to register for something called MyMedicare. So how does the scheme work and is it worth signing up? ⌘ Read more
'That is a red line': A tiny border crossing, millions of desperate Gazans, and a neighbour on the brink
With stockpiles of humanitarian aid backed up on one side, and desperate Palestinian civilians on the other, the world is waiting to see when the Rafah crossing between Egypt and the Gaza Strip could open, but it is proving a complicated problem to solve. ⌘ Read more
$246k 'termination' payout for Hobart Macquarie Point redevelopment boss who voluntarily resigned
The former chief executive of the body charged with developing the site of a new AFL stadium on Hobart's waterfront was paid $246,000 in "termination benefits" last year. ⌘ Read more
Coroner terminates witness's videolink after hand gesture during inquest into deaths of elderly couple
An Tasmanian inquest hearing into the deaths of an elderly Hobart couple in 2016 comes to an abrupt end when a hand gesture from a witness towards the coroner sees the plug pulled on the video link from Queensland. ⌘ Read more
Infrastructure body warns housing in a 'sprawling city' would take up 12,000 times MCGs in land
Victoria's independent infrastructure adviser says the state will be $43 billion better off if it swaps its urban sprawl for compact city living. ⌘ Read more
Exclusive interview with Paul MacCartney: the Melbourne doctor who grew up in Sir Paul's shadow
When Paul MacCartney's parents named him, they thought The Beatles would fade into obscurity. Instead, they unknowingly condemned their son to a life of bad jokes and crossed wires. ⌘ Read more
British PM Sunak follows Biden to Israel to show support 'in darkest hour'
Rishi Sunak followed in the footsteps of US President Joe Biden, travelling to Israel to pledge support for the country in the war against Hamas. ⌘ Read more
One skivvy colour was everyone's last choice, plus other surprising insights from new Wiggles doco
Hot Potato: The Story of The Wiggles traces the evolution of the beloved Australian children's entertainment group from "just four mates who made a record" to triple j hottest 100 winners. ⌘ Read more
Man accused of kidnapping, sexually assaulting four women allegedly drove Cairns streets 'for hours on end'
Police allege Dennis Malcolm Johnson, 36, of Manunda, was "deliberately driving around with the intent of finding vulnerable female victims." ⌘ Read more
Silver Ferns strike back with thrilling win over Diamonds in third Constellation Cup clash
New Zealand will have a chance to equalise the Constellation Cup at 2-2 after winning the third game of the series to turn things around after the Diamonds dominated the Australian leg. ⌘ Read more
Family 'crying out for answers' pleads for information about teen boy missing for nearly two months
Markyia Major, 17, has not been seen since he ran into a relative's Yarrabah home, near Cairns, on August 27. Police have said they have grave concerns. ⌘ Read more
Could Jacinta Nampijinpa Price ride the wave of popularity all the way to a new role?**
Jacinta Nampijinpa Price was arguably one of the biggest winners from the referendum on a Voice to Parliament, but she faces an awkward truth back home, writes Brett Worthington. ⌘ Read more
SA man who used 'vehicle as a weapon' sentenced over fatal crash
Michael Charles Henley, 24, deliberately crashed into another car multiple times in Adelaide's south in 2021, killing a 20-year-old soon-to-be father. Today the 24-year-old was sentenced to 13 years and six months in prison, with a non-parole period of 11 years. ⌘ Read more
'Catastrophic crisis': NSW politicians release open letter supporting Palestinian communities
Labor, Greens and one Liberal MP sign letter condemning Hamas attacks but calling on the Federal government to ensure actors in the conflict "comply with international humanitarian law". ⌘ Read more
Indigenous organisations reject calls for royal commission, slamming 'politicisation' of child abuse
Indigenous children's advocates and medical bodies criticise a call from the Coalition for a royal commission into child sexual abuse in Indigenous communities, arguing the issue should not be politicised. ⌘ Read more
Rocky co-star and former boxer Burt Young dies aged 83
Burt Young, the Oscar-nominated actor who played Paulie alongside Sylvester Stallone in the Rocky franchise, has died aged 83. ⌘ Read more
'Great dissatisfaction': Judge frustrated as critically ill Unit 18 boy's new lawyers fail to show for latest bail hearing
The new legal team representing a boy who attempted suicide at Casuarina Prison fails to show for his latest bail hearing, with the judge labelling it a "grave disappointment". ⌘ Read more
Lisa Wilkinson suing Network Ten for $370,000 over legal bills for Bruce Lehrmann defamation case
Journalist Lisa Wilkinson is suing Network Ten for legal costs that have been racked up fighting the defamation case brought against her and the network by Bruce Lehrmann. ⌘ Read more
Human bones found near small town south of Adelaide likely ancient Aboriginal remains
Police will prepare a report for the coroner and hand over the bones for reburial after radiocarbon dating revealed their age. ⌘ Read more