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Why bees swarm and what you should – and shouldn't – do when you come across a colony on the move
Spring is the time of year when you're most likely to come across swarms of honey bees in seemingly random places. But beekeepers say swarms are nothing to fear and are part of the natural reproductive life cycle of honey bees. ⌘ Read more
Plans for $3m fossil museum scrapped after scientist cops online abuse
Palaeontologist Michael Durrant wanted "to leave a sizeable collection" of fossils to Gulgong, but online abuse about the museum's location became too much. ⌘ Read more
Food insecurity was a shock to Vanessa — 3.7 million Australian households are facing similar battles
Almost 4 million Australian households were battling concerning levels of food insecurity in the last 12 months, a national snapshot estimates. ⌘ Read more
One in 20 Australians has ADHD. So what's it like as an adult?**
From being described as a "naughty kid" to fast-tracking a business law degree — Australians share their stories about coping with ADHD as an adult. ⌘ Read more
Between Gaza and Israel, fear and misery are everywhere. A political solution must be found
If we do not understand the pain and misery on both sides of this war, then we cannot begin to think of how to help stop the never-ending cycle of pain and misery in Gaza, writes John Lyons. ⌘ Read more
Kylie spent 804 days in an Iranian prison accused of being a spy. This is what her life looks like now
Kylie Moore-Gilbert spent 804 days in an Iranian prison accused of being a spy. Sami Shah has been twice divorced. The pair never thought they’d find love again. Then they went on a dating app. ⌘ Read more
Snowy 2.0 tunnelling caused a sinkhole. Fixing the problem filled its tunnel with toxic gas
Snowy Hydro's tunnelling machine caused a sinkhole and spent months barely moving, then the troubled project's tunnel began filling with gas. ⌘ Read more
'Misleading': City of Sydney's first Aboriginal councillor calls for public statue overhaul amid truth-telling push
With some areas in Sydney's inner city polling more than 80 per cent Yes at this month's Voice referendum, the city's first Indigenous councillor says history needs to be better reflected. ⌘ Read more
'Series of red flags': Sydneysiders warned to save water as rainfall, dam levels take a dive
Hot temperatures and the driest winter in 37 years saw a spike in water usage across Greater Sydney, prompting fears the region could be on water restrictions by this time next year. ⌘ Read more
We'll soon have the next piece of the puzzle on inflation — and it'll impact whether interest rates go up
The Reserve Bank is deadly serious about maintaining the welfare of all Australians, but it's also deadly serious about anchoring inflation and it won't stop until that's achieved, writes David Taylor. ⌘ Read more
Farmers call on government to walk away from 'dud' EU trade deal
Farmers groups say a proposed trade deal with the European Union would send some commodities backwards and is a bad deal for "every sector of Australian agriculture". ⌘ Read more
More time and more money for paid parental leave — the big changes being put to the federal government
Government-funded paid parental leave would more than double in length, and the amount paid to parents would jump substantially, under new recommendations handed to the federal government. ⌘ Read more
'Mistake of its life': Israeli PM issues warning to Hezbollah as regional clashes intensify
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warns Hezbollah it will make "the mistake of its life" if it starts a war with Israel at the Lebanon border, as strikes on Gaza intensify for a looming ground invasion. ⌘ Read more
Everything you need to know about the 2023 Formula 1 US Grand Prix
Max Verstappen has won the last two races at the Circuit of the Americas, but there are plenty of drivers hoping to take victory away from the champion. ⌘ Read more
Aussie Minjee Lee completes historic family golf double
Australian golf superstar Minjee Lee completes an extraordinary and unprecedented family double with victory at the LPGA Tour's BMW Ladies Championship. ⌘ Read more
Indigenous leaders break their silence, call referendum defeat 'appalling and mean-spirited'
In an open letter to Anthony Albanese, as well as MPs and senators, Indigenous leaders say the constitution belongs to "white people". ⌘ Read more
Alyssa Healy undergoes surgery on hand after accident at home
Australian women's cricket star Alyssa Healy is facing an extended stint on the sidelines after surgery on a hand she injured at home. ⌘ Read more
'Dangerous and illegal actions': Philippines says coast guard and supply boat hit by Chinese vessels
Philippine officials say a Chinese coast guard ship and militia vessel bumped two of its vessels in separate incidents off a disputed shoal in the South China Sea. ⌘ Read more
Fire ants targeted with new funding to halt spread of 'super pest'
The federal government is taking aim at fire ants with millions of dollars in funding to eradicate the "nasty little buggers". ⌘ Read more
Fisherman rescued off south coast of WA after shark punctures inflatable dingy
A shark hooked by the group bit the front of the boat causing it to partially deflate and take on water, damaging the fuel lines and engine. ⌘ Read more
Waking at night soaked from excessive sweating? Here's what might be causing it, and when to see a doctor
Sweating is a normal part of the body's cooling system, helping to release heat and maintain optimal body temperature. But regularly waking up during the night, soaked through from excessive sweating is not. ⌘ Read more
Grace Harris smashes WBBL record individual score as Heat beat the Scorchers
The records keep tumbling in WBBL, with Brisbane Heat big-hitter Grace Harris living up to her reputation with innings against Perth Scorchers the like of which the competition has not seen before. ⌘ Read more
ABC journalists recognised at annual Clarion Awards
ABC reporters are among those recognised for their excellence in journalism at the annual Clarion Awards — with Alexandra Blucher named Journalist of the Year. ⌘ Read more
Residents told to shelter as bushfire burns in NSW Upper Hunter
The NSW Rural Fire Service says the fire at Scone is moving quickly with conditions expected to deteriorate on Sunday. ⌘ Read more
Magpies consolidate AFLW top eight spot with win over Cats at Victoria Park
Collingwood secures a fourth-straight AFLW win with a narrow victory over Geelong in difficult conditions at Victoria Park. ⌘ Read more
Friendly rivalries and solar power fuels futuristic drivers racing across Australia
Thirty-one teams from across the world will spend the next five days racing solar cars down the middle of the country. But not all of them are expected to cross the finish line. ⌘ Read more
Man takes own life, woman in custody after shooting and alleged car theft in Bannister in WA
Police allege the man fired into a fully occupied vehicle, which drove off to escape, and he was later found with self-inflicted injuries. ⌘ Read more
SA power prices remain key issue, as hydrogen project progresses
The government says the state is not immune to global pressures on energy costs, as it announces partners for a major hydrogen project in Whyalla. ⌘ Read more
In abandoned farmhouses, Heather sees light, life and beauty
Inspired by a 20-year Chernobyl photography project, Heather Petty captures images of derelict houses on South Australia's Eyre Peninsula. ⌘ Read more
Competition 'stress' helps mine rescuers prepare for real-life scenarios
The competition in Stawell is one of the few opportunities the first responders have to practice vital skills before a real emergency arises. ⌘ Read more
NSW to kill 87,000 feral pigs in next eight months to control 'tripled' population
A conservationist says feral pig numbers have exploded after successive wet seasons in northern Victoria and western New South Wales, as a coordinator is appointed with a $13 million budget to eliminate them. ⌘ Read more
'Shock' and 'disbelief' as grandmother of teenager detained in controversial Unit 18 fears for grandson
Her 15yo grandson is being held in the youth unit at a maximum adult prison in WA. Her concerns follow what's understood as the first young person's death in detention in WA. ⌘ Read more
The simple measure that could help protect your house from a fire – and save you a hefty fine
Residents are being urged not to block fire hydrants, after firefighters had difficulty accessing water during a blaze on the Gold Coast. ⌘ Read more
It's the only place in WA where Coles, Woolworths and Aldi cannot open on Sundays. Is change on the way?**
The Sunday trading debate was settled years ago in most parts of the country, but not in Albany, Western Australia. The issue has reared again at local government elections and a new mayor could bring change. ⌘ Read more
When I went searching for myself after divorce, women writers helped me find my voice
When my 25-year marriage broke down, I did what I always do in my life, especially in times of crisis. I turned to books. Specifically, to books by women, writes Jane Gleeson-White. ⌘ Read more
'More green space': Rise in apartment living behind claim to parts of inner Sydney golf course
Twenty of the 45-hectares occupied by the Moore Park Golf Course will become a new central park when their lease expires in 2026. ⌘ Read more
Two children die, two others injured in Geelong shed fire
Police say it's believed four children were in a shed at Corio, in Geelong, when it caught fire. Emergency services were called just after 10:30am. ⌘ Read more
Outback residents left short of milk for two weeks liken supply chain issues to living in 'third world country'
Fresh milk is a staple in many people's refrigerators, but for the Far West New South Wales town of Brewarrina, it went missing from households and businesses for close to two weeks last month. ⌘ Read more
From 150 to 40,000, humpbacks on Australia's east coast make 'miraculous' recovery
Experts believe the humpback whale population has reached record heights, after commercial whaling from the late 1800s to the 1960s pushed the animals to the "brink of extinction". ⌘ Read more
Australians drop down the order during F1 sprint race in the US
Oscar Piastri and Daniel Ricciardo have finished lower than they started in the Formula 1 sprint race at Austin. ⌘ Read more
Why do I bruise so easily? Could it be something serious?**
After a bump, we can expect a bruise. But what if we find ourselves bruising without any noticeable cause? What might be behind it? Should we worry? ⌘ Read more
WA's latest spin bowling star opens up on his love of learning, and how some coffee shops can bowl wrong 'uns
Corey Rocchiccioli is a cricketer, a philomath, a lover of ground coffee and a self-confessed optimist — which is handy given he makes his living bowling spin on the WACA Ground's notoriously spin-unfriendly deck. ⌘ Read more
In the country's far north, 85 per cent of this town voted No to the Voice. What do they see as the future?**
The Queensland town of Mareeba recorded one of the largest No votes in the country. What do residents see as the pathway forward now? ⌘ Read more
Baby wombat Moss survived when his mother died on a road. His carer has a message for drivers
Rescued joey wombat Moss survives against the odds with the help of carer Lyn Obern, who is pleading with motorists to slow down. ⌘ Read more
'The potential to ruin my life': Mateo was targeted by sextortion scammers, and he's not alone
Mateo Veneracion never thought he would fall victim to a sextortion scam, but he is among a growing number of young men being targeted on social media. ⌘ Read more
Kriss donates stem cells to honour his daughter's memory — and he wants more Australians to do the same
A quarter-century after he lost his daughter to a spinal disorder, Albany man Kriss Lawson's stem cells have helped save another person's life. But Australia is facing a critical shortage of donors. ⌘ Read more
Body of man, who died allegedly trying to evade police, pulled from Fitzroy River
The body of a 36-year-old man who jumped into the Fitzroy River on Thursday night while allegedly trying to flee police has been found by a member of the public. ⌘ Read more
After its primary school shut, Pooncarie was almost a ghost town. Then families moved in
Th outback NSW town's population halved in five years, but things are looking up as more young families start calling the area home. ⌘ Read more
Could this country town sit on top of a crater three times larger than the one that killed the dinosaurs?**
Researchers say an asteroid impact crater up to 520 kilometres in diameter could lie under a the town of Deniliquin in southern New South Wales. ⌘ Read more
A day after setting a world record in the 50m backstroke, Kaylee McKeown betters her own 100m mark
Not satisfied with breaking the 50m backstroke record, Australian star Kaylee McKeown tops her own 100m world record in Budapest. ⌘ Read more
Alarms fail as fire forces evacuation of Hobart apartments during thunderstorm
Lightning is being investigated as a possible cause of a fire that forced the evacuation of a Hobart apartment complex amid a thunderstorm overnight. ⌘ Read more
China agrees to drop tariffs on Australian wine ahead of PM's visit to Beijing
The decision comes ahead of PM Anthony Albanese's visit to Beijing. Tariffs of up to 220 per cent were imposed in 2020. ⌘ Read more
Emotional Volkanovski reveals mental battle as Russian opponent pays high praise after brutal loss
Alex Volkanovski speaks about the mental strain of downtime as his Russian opponent pays him high praise after brutal TKO. ⌘ Read more
Beekeeper calls for industry exit package as search warrants issued in hunt for varroa mites' source
As the industry works out what's next in learning to live with the deadly parasite, search warrants have been issued as part of the federal government's investigation into the suspected illegal importation of bees infected with the pest. ⌘ Read more
Queensland is set to swelter this week, with temperatures to hit 40 degrees in the outback
Queensland will get an early taste of summer, with parts of the state set to experience temperatures nearly 10 degrees above average this week. ⌘ Read more
Man charged with murder following house fire south of Adelaide
Police say they have charged a 48-year-old man with murder, a day after a woman's body was found at a house fire at Aldinga Beach. ⌘ Read more
The dairy worker dispute isn't over, as unions warn products like cheese and milk could be scarce if strikes continue
Dairy factory workers in Victoria have returned to work after taking strike action, but warn they may strike again this week. ⌘ Read more
Why it can be problematic to say 'I'm a little bit OCD'
For more than two decades, Penny kept up a facade of being fine — but she often felt like she was "going insane". ⌘ Read more
Tenants forced to consider leaving coastal towns as rent rises hit 'severe crisis' levels
A report into spiralling rent prices has found some Sunshine Coast residents are spending up to 60 per cent of their income on rent, with social housing groups saying some locals are being forced out. ⌘ Read more
England tumbles to second last on World Cup table after demoralising loss to South Africa
England's Cricket World Cup title defence is all but over after a thumping at the hands of South Africa. ⌘ Read more
Iris's mother died when she was 19. Now she's helping others experiencing grief
Ms Leeson said losing her mum was isolating and lonely, but now she's found a community of women who have been through significant loss and are finding ways to support one another. ⌘ Read more
Live: Gaza's health system 'facing collapse', as UN negotiates for second aid convoy
The United Nations hopes a second convoy of trucks will be sent into Gaza, where hospitals are "overwhelmed and lacking resources". Follow live. ⌘ Read more
'Absolutely without peer': England mourns the death of a football icon Bobby Charlton
Bobby Charlton, who survived the horrific Munich plane crash to become arguably England's greatest player, dies aged 86. ⌘ Read more
Police at Sydney rappers' film premiere a case of life imitating art
ONEFOUR rapper J Emz and director of the group's new documentary say they hope the film shows a new side to the popular group that has been mired in controversy and police attention. ⌘ Read more
Is it a bad time to be a property investor? These landlords think so, and they're selling up
Landlords across Victoria say they are selling off their investment properties, citing issues such as rising costs and changing regulations as those pushing them away from housing. ⌘ Read more
What would Marcus Aurelius make of people who have their camera off during online meetings?**
Ancient philosopher Marcus Aurelius on online meetings, hot-desking and what to do if you send an email to a friend but accidentally reply-all to the whole company. ⌘ Read more
Confused about how much exercise to do while pregnant? Elite athletes are too
Dual Olympian Alyce Wood found managing her exercise during pregnancy challenging due to a lack of research on the topic. She's now returned to sport postpartum but rejects the idea of "bouncing back". ⌘ Read more
Virginia's bank refunded her when she was scammed. Then the scammer produced a 'delivery confirmation'
The aged pensioner had an old couch she was wanting to get rid of, so she tried to sell it online. This simple decision resulted in the loss of faith in her bank — and saw more than $1,000 taken from her account. ⌘ Read more
How the world's push for electric vehicles is transforming lives for better and worse in Indonesia
The global transition to electric vehicles is driving rapid expansion of Indonesia's nickel industry — but do the benefits outweigh the costs? ⌘ Read more
Coming here is 'everyone's worst nightmare', but in Israel, it's where the biggest crowds are
Oria Rosenberger is an Israeli who wants peace and is planning to leave the country. But when her brother was sent to the frontlines, it put her in a delicate position. ⌘ Read more
Ettie fell over playing 'monster, monster'. She's still feeling the impact of concussion 18 months later
Most concussions don't happen on the sports field. Brain injury is a risk for everyone — and a single knock can have lasting consequences — but it is under recognised in the community and can be difficult to get support. ⌘ Read more
Live: Defending champions South Africa takes on England in the Rugby World Cup semifinal
South Africa and England meet in a repeat of the 2019 and 2007 Rugby World Cup final for the right to face New Zealand in this year's decider. Follow all the updates in our live blog. ⌘ Read more
Is reconciliation really dead?**
Ask an Aboriginal person how they define reconciliation and the answers are not flags, morning teas and welcomes-to-country. Their answers are land rights, greater autonomy and treaties, writes Bridget Brennan. ⌘ Read more
First aid reaches besieged Gaza, but humanitarian groups say 20 trucks is 'barely' enough
The first 20 trucks bearing aid since Israel began a siege of Gaza passed through Egypt's border crossing, but there are warnings it will offer only limited relief to the enclave's 2.3 million people. ⌘ Read more
Kiwis beat Samoa to set up Pacific Championships decider against Australia
Australia will meet New Zealand for Pacific Nations rugby league championship honours after the Kiwis crush Samoa to book their place in the final. ⌘ Read more
Without A Fight overcomes battle with lameness to win $5 million Caulfield Cup
Without A Fight, a horse on the verge of being ruled out on Thursday, wins the $5 million Caulfield Cup in a dramatic finish over West Wind Blows and Gold Trip. ⌘ Read more
It is now illegal to use the Nazi salute in Victoria and police are warning they will take action if they see it
Victoria Police is warning action will be taken against anyone who uses the Nazi salute in public, now that the gesture has become illegal. ⌘ Read more
Protesters condemn excavation of 'one of the largest findings' of Aboriginal ancestral remains
Protesters at a government-backed housing project in Adelaide's north are condemning the way Aboriginal ancestral remains are being treated. ⌘ Read more
Last lap collapse by Jorge Martin sees Johann Zarco take out Australian MotoGP
Frenchman Johann Zarco secures a dramatic maiden MotoGP win, denying Jorge Martin after his teammate dominates from pole at Phillip Island. ⌘ Read more
Unborn baby and five-year-old girl confirmed as victims of fatal crash near Shepparton
A five-year-old girl and an unborn baby have been killed in a multi-vehicle collision in northern Victoria, police have confirmed. Four adults were injured. ⌘ Read more
Swans sweep aside Bulldogs to stay in AFLW finals contention
Sydney Swans record their biggest total and greatest winning margin in a 57-point smashing of the Western Bulldogs at Whitten Oval. ⌘ Read more
Bill Hayden, former governor-general and Labor luminary, dies aged 90
Once described as the greatest man never to become prime minister, Bill Hayden surrendered a shot at the top job for the sake of Labor Party unity. ⌘ Read more
Thousands march through Sydney's city centre in pro-Palestinian rally
Organisers say more than 9,000 people marched through the city in the pro-Palestinian rally which called out political leaders' inaction in stopping the bombardment on Gaza. ⌘ Read more
Man charged over fatal hit and run in Darwin's rural area
Police will allege the 38-year-old driver failed to stop after a crash in the Darwin suburb of Howard Springs, in which a 31-year-old motorcyclist was killed. ⌘ Read more
Fake mannequin arrested after alleged stealing jewellery in Polish shopping centre
Police say the man posed motionless until closing time, before robbing a jewellery stand in a Polish shopping centre. ⌘ Read more
'It was an honour': Republicans drop Jim Jordan's US speaker bid
Jim Jordan's quest to become speaker of the US House of Representatives ends as fellow Republicans revoke their support after a third failed vote. ⌘ Read more
WA's iconic Wave Rock appears to be changing its colour
Noongar man Michael Ward grew up in the area and says just as water helped form the rock, it's now contributing to its changing appearance. ⌘ Read more
Here's what we know about the mother and daughter released by Hamas, and what might happen next
While the whereabouts of hundreds of hostages kidnapped by Hamas a fortnight ago remains unknown, a mother and daughter from the US become the first to be released. ⌘ Read more
Dry conditions are returning to northern NSW, but these farmers have learnt a thing or two about managing drought
Farmers have gathered in a dusty paddock in northern New South Wales to share how they have improved their readiness for life without regular rain. ⌘ Read more
Riccardo qualifies 15th on F1 return as Ferrari snatches pole in Texas
Daniel Ricciardo has missed the last five grand prix after breaking his wrist during a practice session in the Netherlands. ⌘ Read more
Brian's beloved garden was ruined by floods, but a generous donation from a celebrity gardener helped it bloom again
January's River Murray flood destroyed Brian's beloved community garden and submerged half of his home garden, but it hasn't stopped him from re-planting roses to help in recovery. ⌘ Read more
Kaylee McKeown smashes world record, becoming undisputed backstroke queen
Australian swimmer Kaylee McKeown now holds all three backstroke world records after smashing the 50 metre mark in the Swimming World Cup event in Budapest. ⌘ Read more
Community memorial for Hunter Valley wedding bus crash victims to be held today
The crash killed 10 people and injured dozens more after the bus rolled at a roundabout near Greta in June. ⌘ Read more
Five quick hits — Jonah Lomu's record remains intact as All Blacks thrash Argentina in Rugby World Cup semifinal
An All Blacks winger comes within a pass of matching one of the Rugby World Cup's all-time greatest performances from Jonah Lomu, and still might stand alone in any case after New Zealand's dominant victory over Argentina. Here are five quick hits from Saturday's first semifinal. ⌘ Read more
There are no emus on Kangaroo Island, so why is there an Emu Bay?**
Kangaroo Island, off mainland South Australia, has an Emu Bay but no emus after they died out — twice. ⌘ Read more
This popular aquarium plant can be bought for $5, but did you know it's illegal?**
Biosecurity experts are warning the aggressive, invasive weed acts like a blanket over water, dominating everything and reducing oxygen for aquatic animals. ⌘ Read more
A report is recommending more people in the NT be barred from drinking. What could that mean?**
More people could end up on the Northern Territory's Banned Drinker Register if a series of recommended changes are adopted by the government. ⌘ Read more
How a 16-year-old boy paid the ultimate price for a litany of failures in youth detention
The government says harsh conditions in WA juvenile detention are necessary to keep detainees and the community safe. But so far it's failing on both fronts and now a teenager has paid with his life, writes state political reporter Keane Bourke. ⌘ Read more
Monument, ironstone, basalt: Why the colour of the nation's roofs is a hot topic
Urban heat islands are known to drive up ambient temperatures, but could light-coloured roofs be the silver bullet in reducing Australia’s suburban swelter? ⌘ Read more
Police appeal for information after woman found dead following Aldinga Beach house fire
Fire investigators are working to determine the cause of a fire south of Adelaide after the body of a 38-year-old woman was discovered. ⌘ Read more