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Police seize cocaine, meth haul in boot of a car after Spirit of Tasmania ferry trip
Tasmania Police say they have intercepted one of the largest drug seizures in the state's history, after a man allegedly smuggled meth and cocaine across Bass Strait in his car boot. ⌘ Read more
Editor of scientific journal blasts 'imaginary paper' linking offshore wind farms to whale deaths
The editor of a prominent scientific journal has described online claims about a study linking whale deaths to offshore wind farms as a "classic example" of misinformation as concerns grow about fake news distorting the debate. ⌘ Read more
Concertinas, scrolls and miniatures: The eclectic artworks that are actual books
Books made by artists can be sophisticated or simple. So, what is an artists' book? A new exhibition puts these obscure artworks in the spotlight. ⌘ Read more
Teens charged with attempted murder after alleged violent home invasion, attempted carjacking
Two teenagers have been charged with attempted murder after an alleged home invasion in Toowoomba last month where they attacked a man with a tomahawk, re-appearing three weeks later to go on another violent rampage. ⌘ Read more
NSW transport minister defends 'policy work horse' amid staffer scandal investigation
Jo Haylen faced questions over an office staffing controversy, while Yasmin Catley was grilled over her handling of a pro-Palestinian rally at the Sydney Opera House. ⌘ Read more
Footraces and fashion at Flemington: The 2023 Melbourne Cup in pictures
Punters queued for hours outside Flemington Racecourse before bursting through the gates to secure a coveted spot for this year's Cup. ⌘ Read more
Live: Crowds flock to Flemington for Melbourne Cup Day
Australia's most famous horserace is approaching as thousands head to Flemington Racecourse for Melbourne Cup Day. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Why does Brisbane have a 'lord' mayor?**
Ahead of next year's local government election, a Brisbane mayoral candidate has floated the idea of dropping the "lord" from the title of lord mayor. ⌘ Read more
Salmon farming in Macquarie Harbour may be paused for skates sake, Plibersek warns
Salmon farming operations in Tasmania's Macquarie Harbour could be temporarily halted, Federal Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek warns, amid a push to protect the endangered Maugean skate. ⌘ Read more
How 92yo Bob Holder hangs on to the title of 'world's oldest competitive cowboy'
Bob Holder, also known as "the Cootamundra Cat", won his first event in 1945 when he was 14. Now 92, he rides in an arena that was named in his honour. ⌘ Read more
With goodwill running dry, Xi and Albanese lean on the past to find a new path
Xi Jinping chose a Chinese proverb about gratitude to welcome Anthony Albanese to Beijing — a reference to diplomatic ties forged by Gough Whitlam. But 50 years later another is equally apt: let sleeping dogs lie, writes David Speers. ⌘ Read more
Lucas is an Olympic champion. Now he wants to turn pro and play Fortnite as a full-time job
The stratospheric rise of esports is forcing parents and teachers to encourage the use of video games in the home and classroom as more professional gamers turn their hobby into a career. ⌘ Read more
India's New Delhi is banning cars to curb rising air pollution as thick smog shrouds city
India's Delhi city is set to restrict the use of vehicles to curb rising pollution as air quality reaches dangerously unsafe levels for the third day in a row, despite mitigation efforts. ⌘ Read more
Police searching for driver and surviving passenger after two boys die in Sydney car crash
The two back-seat passengers, boys aged between 10 and 15, died at the scene after a grey sedan crashed into a tree and telegraph pole in Ashcroft on Monday. ⌘ Read more
Do racehorses even know they're 'racing' each other?**
Do horses even know they are in a race, let alone have a desire to win it? Do they understand what it means when their nose is the first one to pass the post? ⌘ Read more
'I don't know if it's right or wrong': Angelo Mathews creates history after being 'timed out' at ODI World Cup
Bangladesh skipper Shakib Al Hasan defends appealing to have Angelo Mathews dismissed for being "timed out" in controversial scenes at the World Cup. ⌘ Read more
'It's traumatising me': NT domestic violence survivor won't accept rebuff of federal funds appeal
As an eighteen-year-old Borroloola woman remains in a critical condition following an alleged domestic violence assault last week, workers trying to fight this "epidemic" say they're traumatised by the Commonwealth's latest rebuff of their plea for more funds. ⌘ Read more
Live: Gaza health ministry says one person killed in Al-Shifa hospital strike
Gaza's health ministry spokesman says 170 patients and hundreds of displaced Palestinians were in the hospital building at the time. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Live: Reserve Bank to decide whether to lift interest rates again, ASX to slip as Wall Street falters
The RBA will meet today to decide whether to hike interest rates for the 13th time or leave them on hold for a fifth straight month, while the Australian share market is set to fall slightly following a relatively flat performance on Wall Street. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Aboriginal land care practices revive centuries-old river red gum
A culturally significant tree in Adelaide's foothills that is thought to be more than 450 years old has been brought back to life through community efforts with Kaurna elders. ⌘ Read more
Supermarket lamb prices to fall but farmer frustration remains
Farmers battling a significant slump in sheep prices say supermarkets are ripping off consumers, as Woolworths announces it will cut its lamb prices by 20 per cent. ⌘ Read more
Melbourne Cup quiz: Test your knowledge of Australia's most famous race
Ahead of the 163rd running of the Melbourne Cup, test your knowledge with this quiz about Australia's most famous horse race. ⌘ Read more
Doctors say proposed telehealth changes could 'penalise' regional and vulnerable patients
A proposal to tighten Medicare rules around telehealth appointments for specialist doctors is "discriminatory" according to people who use the service, while doctors warn it could "penalise patients". ⌘ Read more
Taxpayer funds invested in dozens of high risk Chinese companies through federal government fund, new audit reveals
An audit of the Australian Government Future Fund identifies investments in at least 50 high risk Chinese companies linked to the Communist Party and oppression of Uyghurs in Xinjiang. ⌘ Read more
Hobart has inspired many great Australian books — now it's officially a UNESCO City of Literature
Robbie Arnott, Heather Rose, Amanda Lohrey: Hobart has produced many incredible writers. Now it's an official UNESCO City of Literature, will we get even more amazing Tasmian books? And what does this mean for the state's literacy rates? ⌘ Read more
These vivid pink lines mean developers can build as tall as they like. Could they ease the housing crisis?**
The sky is the limit for developers on much of the Gold Coast's beachfront real estate, but is it what people want? ⌘ Read more
The boat where Anthony Albanese and Pacific leaders will meet this week — but some leaders won't be sailing
Pacific leaders including Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will descend on the beautiful island of Rarotonga in the Cook Islands this week for the Pacific Islands Forum leaders meeting. And the two "big Cs" will be on the agenda. ⌘ Read more
'End of an era' as long-time Bright caravanners lose sites to short-term accommodation plans
Generations of David Fisher's family have holidayed at the Bright Caravan Camping Reserve but a proposal by park management will end the tradition. ⌘ Read more
Queensland spending $1.2m a day on hospital patients ready for discharge with nowhere to go, data shows
Nearly 900 people — enough to more than fill Sunshine Coast University Hospital — were in public hospitals even though they were well enough to be discharged, data reveals. ⌘ Read more
'Ripping the heart out of defence': Former army chief blasts Albanese government over military decisions
A former army chief blasts the Albanese government's approach to defence, warning Australia's military is now less capable and ready for potential threats than when Labor first came to office. ⌘ Read more
Plant-based milk goes from 'hippy alternative' to mainstream as processor tips future growth potential
Vitasoy Australia chief executive David Tyack predicts the plant-based milk market will continue to grow, noting there hasn't been a contraction in the past decade. ⌘ Read more
Live: Spurs take on Chelsea in crucial London derby as Ange Postecoglou looks to cement impressive start
Under Australian manager Ange Postecoglou Tottenham are enjoying their best start to a top-flight season since 1960/61 as they welcome local rivals Chelsea to north London. Follow all the updates in our live blog. ⌘ Read more
'Control your client': Trump angers judge during firey New York fraud trial testimony
Donald Trump repeatedly clashes with a New York judge during a hostile and rambling court appearance in the fraud trial that threatens the future of his real estate empire. ⌘ Read more
In Queensland, new mums in non-birthing hospital towns are falling through the gaps
Blackall has had almost 20 babies born this year,  but parents have to travel more than 200 kilometres to a birthing hospital and some women are from home for up to six weeks. ⌘ Read more
Regional Victorian town mourns the death of five victims killed in horror crash
A family from Point Cook who were involved in the local Sikh community have been identified as victims of the crash in the popular tourist town. ⌘ Read more
Israel's military operations will deal a huge blow to Hamas. But is it even possible to completely destroy them?**
IDF operations in Gaza will deal a lethal blow to Hamas, but destroying the group requires long-term political and social remedies that eliminate the reasons why young men in Gaza feel a need to join, writes Mick Ryan. ⌘ Read more
NT Australian of the Year winner Blair McFarland recognised for tackling petrol-sniffing epidemic
NT Australian of the Year Blair McFarland has been acknowledged for his decades-long commitment to improving the health and lives of some of Australia's most disadvantaged youth. ⌘ Read more
Strike to go ahead after SA teachers' union rejects 'meagre' pay proposal
The SA government says its latest pay offer is the "largest" made to teachers in the state — but the union says it treats them with "contempt". ⌘ Read more
Domestic violence drivers 'compounded' in the NT, says national DV commissioner
Australia's national commissioner for domestic, family and sexual violence has told a coronial inquest that the issues driving violence are "compounded" in the Northern Territory. ⌘ Read more
Greens stage Senate walkout in protest for Palestinians, call on government to support Israel-Gaza ceasefire
Federal Greens senator Mehreen Faruqi has walked out of the Senate after labelling the Labor government as "gutless, heartless, cowards" and urging it to call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. ⌘ Read more
Police 'don't know' what happened to William Tyrrell but foster father has been cleared, court told
The foster father is facing charges of giving false or misleading evidence to the NSW Crime Commission, as the court heard new details of the investigation into William's disappearance. ⌘ Read more
ADHD inquiry calls for national prescribing rules, Greens disability minister suggestion rejected
An inquiry into attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has called for a national consistency in diagnosis and treatment to improve the lives of those with the condition. ⌘ Read more
Dozens more people caught up in SA cochlear implant bungle
The number of people caught up in a cochlear implant bungle at the Women's and Children's Hospital has risen to 263, SA Health has revealed. ⌘ Read more
'We move on': NSW premier denies claims Jo Haylen breached ministerial code of conduct
Premier Chris Minns denies the state opposition's claim that the transport minister breached the ministerial code of conduct over a staffing scandal. ⌘ Read more
Rebels bikies to face court after raids on Bendigo homes and clubhouse
Two men were injured after alleged assaults in Golden Square on New Year's Eve last year, with four Rebels bikies now charged with home invasion and assault crimes. ⌘ Read more
Australians are spending less on streaming services, but rising cost of living isn't the only reason why
Pricey entertainment subscription services are getting the chop from more Aussie households as consumers turn to free or cheaper ad-based content for entertainment, a new report reveals. ⌘ Read more
Chinese investment is crucial to Australia's energy transition. How will it happen?**
Australia is known for blocking Chinese investment in critical minerals companies. As the country works towards net zero, an analyst warns we may need much greater investment from our biggest trading partner. ⌘ Read more
New High Court chief justice formally acknowledges Indigenous Australians during swearing-in ceremony
Stephen Gageler has been sworn in as Australia's 14th Chief Justice of the High Court, taking on one of the most powerful jobs in the country. ⌘ Read more
Trump leads Biden in key polls a year out from 2024 US election
New polls show Joe Biden faces a tough road to securing another four years in the White House. ⌘ Read more
Can a makeshift hill recapture the hearts and minds of WA cricket fans?**
With Test's in Perth failing to attract big crowds, Cricket Australia is turning to an old favourite, the hill, to reignite passions in the west. ⌘ Read more
How does the film about Priscilla compare to Baz Luhrmann's Elvis epic?**
Many films and documentaries about music icon Elvis Presley have been made, but now his ex-wife Priscilla's story is in the spotlight. ⌘ Read more
This psychologist groomed her client, then married her. Now 20 years of deception are coming undone
Vanessa trusted her psychologist – then she married her. Three years after her death, her family want answers. ⌘ Read more
Mayor vows to be 'first one to lie in front of a bulldozer' to prevent marina project
Locals rally to "Save the Bluff" despite assurances there is no support from either local or state government for the proposed $350m Bluff marina project. ⌘ Read more
'Destroyed in an instant': Community in shock after 'beautiful night' ends with five dead
Onlookers and locals describe the horrific scene that unfolded at a pub in Daylesford last night, where five people, including two children, died when a vehicle crashed through the beer garden. ⌘ Read more
ICYMI: Kylie is well and truly in her villain era, but Disney seems to have forgotten how to write one
Kylie's Vegas vacation, Disney's disappointing villain, Drew Barrymore's weird proposal and other arts and entertainment news you may have missed. ⌘ Read more
Case of daycare worker facing child sex abuse charges may bypass lower court through ex officio indictment
The case against a former daycare worker, accused of sexually abusing 91 children under his care, could bypass the lower court. ⌘ Read more
Former Joondalup hospital boss jailed for online child sex offences
The former head of one of Perth's largest hospitals is sent to prison for five months for online child sex offences. ⌘ Read more
River residents call for urgent action as fish kill fears rise
Concerned observers say very little has changed in the seven months since tens of millions of fish suffocated to death along the Darling River, where dozens of Murray cod have been found dead in recent months. ⌘ Read more
Following 38 years of heartache, these Japanese baseball fans tossed a man dressed as Colonel Sanders into a river — here's why
Sport is legendary for its curses — but Japanese baseball ended its most famous one on Sunday when Hanshin Tigers ended its KFC curse after 38 years. ⌘ Read more
In WA's outback, councils and miners are setting their sights on an increasingly scarce resource — water
Water as valuable as gold in Western Australia's historic Goldfields as researchers try to find alternate sources for the state's booming mining sector. ⌘ Read more
Two boys killed in Sydney car crash, police launch search for people who allegedly fled the scene
A 10-year-old boy and a 15-year-old boy have died in a car crash in Sydney's south-west, with police searching for another two people who allegedly fled the scene. ⌘ Read more
What The Block auctions tell us about Australia's housing market
One couple has netted a staggering $1.6 million in profits after winning The Block, while another couple’s shaky auction saw them walk away with $65,000 in comparison. So, what do these wildly different results say about Australia’s housing market? ⌘ Read more
Lawyers appeal for witnesses of alleged sex abuse at Port Hedland school
The Catholic primary school in WA's north has become the target of a historical abuse investigation, with allegations two clergymen assaulted a student at the school more than 30 years ago. ⌘ Read more
Hundreds of mutton birds found dead as 'wreck' strikes during 'epic' migration
Experts say the "confronting" sights that greeted NSW beachgoers was likely caused by bad weather, though other factors could also have been at play. ⌘ Read more
Bridge named after trailblazing female pilot to pass over road honouring man who didn't want her to fly
Captain Deborah Lawrie was denied a job by Reginald Ansett for being a woman. Now her name will have pride of place on a bridge that goes over Reginald Ansett Drive, and the irony has not escaped her. ⌘ Read more
Cleveland Dodd's death in a notorious prison facility was entirely foreseeable — yet no-one stopped it
There were dozens of opportunities to save 16-year-old Cleveland Dodd in the years before his suicide in youth detention, and many more in the immediate lead-up. Yet the WA government failed to act, writes Keane Bourke. WARNING: This story discusses incidents of self-harm and the image of an Indigenous person who has died. ⌘ Read more
What is a kibbutz? Almost a month since Hamas's attacks, these Israeli communes are not what they once were
Since their origins in 1910, Israel's kibbutzim have changed dramatically, leaving them as vulnerable communities clustered near a war zone. ⌘ Read more
The housing shortage turned Maria from a resident into a tourist in her adopted home town
The Shire of Denmark is turning to infill and higher density housing in a bid to tackle the housing crisis that's forced young couples like Brad and Maria to leave town. ⌘ Read more
How a 'wrestle' with the rough end of a pineapple inspired a classic Aussie invention
In the 1970s, the pineapple peeler was a staple in many Australian kitchens. But the story behind this Aussie invention shows why life's little pleasures are often the sweetest. ⌘ Read more
Outback shire hopes modular homes will solve childcare woes
Kununurra's housing crisis is causing havoc with the town's childcare sector, as the local shire reveals plans to attract much-needed workers to the remote town. ⌘ Read more
Ancient coins found in Italy could be the spoils of a shipwreck
It's believed there are as many as 50,000 coins which were first spotted by a diver, who saw something metallic out of the corner of their eye. ⌘ Read more
Matildas star Catley scores rare goal as Aussie guns face-off in Women's Super League
Steph Catley nets her third career Women's Super League goal as Arsenal topples Mary Fowler's Manchester City. ⌘ Read more
The beach classroom that's turning students into teachers
It's not a typical lesson, but the ocean is teaching these year 10 students how to look after each other in the surf. ⌘ Read more
Liverpool star begs for father's release after scoring crucial goal
Liverpool's Colombian winger Luis Díaz begged the ELN group to release his father, who was kidnapped last week, after scoring a stunning late equaliser against Luton Town in the English Premier League. ⌘ Read more
Island's new cultural landmark funnels diverse creative influences into artistic showcase
An organiser of the first exhibition at a new $30 million cultural centre says Victorian Aboriginal artists "really put themselves out there" with their stories and styles. ⌘ Read more
Why these researchers are eavesdropping on courting koalas
Drones with thermal cameras, DNA testing, sound recorders and AI are being used to study a koala colony brought to the Riverina in the 1970s. Here's what they've found ⌘ Read more
Live: Westpac profits jump, and bad news is good news on Wall Street as unemployment increase sends shares higher
Wall Street surges on worse-than-expected US jobs numbers, further lowering the prospect of more interest rate hikes. Westpac posts a 26 per cent jump in profit. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. ⌘ Read more
Graziers 'can't just sit and hope for rain'. Industry leaders say it's time to destock
Queensland graziers are being urged to sell their cattle as the state's bushfire emergency exacerbates an already dire national feed shortage. ⌘ Read more
India smash South Africa as birthday boy Virat Kohli equals record
South Africa came into the Cricket World Cup clash against the hosts at Eden Gardens with high hopes. A brutal opening 10 overs with the bat from India set up the platform for a crushing defeat as India remain on course for glory. ⌘ Read more
Filipino radio anchor shot dead while broadcasting
Juan Jumalon, aka "DJ Johnny Walker", was killed in a brazen attack that was witnessed by people watching his program live on Facebook. ⌘ Read more
Teenage B-boy breaking down the door for spot at the Paris Olympics
Meet the teenage breakdancer who will be representing Australia when the athletic dance makes its debut at the Paris Olympics in 2024. ⌘ Read more
Sports stars back parole bid by alleged high-ranking Mongols bikie Robbie Corowa
Surfing legend Wayne "Rabbit" Bartholomew and boxing great Jeff Fenech are among the high-profile people who have provided character references for a man jailed for attempted murder. ⌘ Read more
Bodies of firefighters killed in plane crash in north-west Queensland set to be recovered today
Mount Isa police say a disaster victim identification unit will arrive on-site to aid in the recovery of the bodies on this morning. ⌘ Read more
Randal and Juanita had no farming experience. Now they're feeding 80 families a week
The first-generation farmers made an ambitious 100-year plan to repair land stripped of vegetation with tree plantings and chemical-free regenerative practices. ⌘ Read more
Israel-Gaza: Evacuations suspended as refugee camps struck by Israel
Evacuations of injured people and foreign nationals from the Gaza Strip into Egypt have stopped since Israel's deadly attack on an ambulance on Saturday, and as strikes from Israel continue to hit refugee camps in the enclave. ⌘ Read more
'Help us enormously': Community hopes PM's visit to China will move relationship 'in the right direction'
Chinese Australians and Australian expats in China are upbeat that the long-awaited PM visit may help reverse the "headwind" the relationship has been facing. ⌘ Read more
From America's $US56m spy craft to Hamas's 'poor man's air force', Gaza's sky is abuzz with drones
As Israel deploys its fleet of sophisticated, expensive drones in its war against Hamas, the militant group has come armed with its own surprise: Cheap, off-the-shelf-drones rigged up to carry bombs. ⌘ Read more
'It breaks our kids' hearts': How I'm learning to become a better sport parent
Most parents would admit to being a little too pushy at times when their kids have taken to the sporting field. But there are ways to find the right balance and keep things fun, writes Paul Kennedy. ⌘ Read more
School is the highlight of Brittany's life, but a 'very concerning' trend means she's rarely there
School is the highlight of Brittany's\\* life, but the Queensland high school student, who has a disability, is rarely there. ⌘ Read more*
The Canberra Liberals hope giving 'neglected' suburbs a face lift will see them successful at the polls
Elizabeth Lee promises to spend between $500,000 and $2 million on infrastructure upgrades in each ACT suburb if the Canberra Liberals win the 2024 election, with priority going to older, larger suburbs. ⌘ Read more
Vandals damage Aboriginal sites older than 'the pyramids of Egypt' on NSW Central Coast
There are calls for better education about Aboriginal cultural heritage sites after rock carvings dating back thousand of years were vandalised at separate sacred sites in NSW. ⌘ Read more
Greens propose 650 per cent rates surcharge for landlords who increase rents
The Greens propose a new policy where Brisbane landlords would be hit with a significant rates surcharge if they increase their tenants' rent. ⌘ Read more
AFL draft top 30 — ranking the best prospects set to take the league by storm
The 2023 AFL draft is just around the corner, and a new crop of young guns are ready to make their mark at your club. Here are our rankings of the 30 best talents set to be drafted this year. ⌘ Read more
They risked their livelihoods to speak up, but these whistleblowers are warning others to stay silent
A group of high-profile whistleblowers who helped spark royal commissions and change laws write an open letter to the federal government accusing it of overseeing a broken system that leaves whistleblowers exposed to costly legal fees — and worse. ⌘ Read more
The 13 critical minutes wasted that could have prevented Cleveland Dodd's death in custody
Despite repeated warnings and multiple opportunities to intervene, prison authorities failed to prevent 16-year-old Cleveland Dodd's death and wasted critical minutes, the ABC can reveal. WARNING: This story discusses incidents of self-harm. ⌘ Read more
‘Beautifully dangerous’: Libbi Gorr on the rollercoaster ride of her comic character Elle McFeast
Libbi Gorr shook up Australian television in the 1990s with her comic character Elle McFeast. A controversial interview saw her TV career tumble. This is how she found her way back. ⌘ Read more
Meat-loving Australia has no appetite for vegetarian diet to help planet, study finds
La Trobe University research shows Australians would prefer to embrace many other green options to help the environment before giving up meat and becoming vegetarians. ⌘ Read more
Tasmanian business owners 'left in the air' after indefinite public school ban on some outside school activities
Jo Pickett's horses have a special job; helping young people with disabilities learn communication and social skills. But due to a wideranging review of safety procedures by Tasmania's education department her small business, and other activity providers, are in limbo due to an indefinite ban. ⌘ Read more
With Australia's youth mental health crisis worsening, Susannah urges others to reach out if they need to
Susannah is one of the thousands of young Australians who have struggled to see a school psychologist. And as the load gets heavier, experts say too much is being expected of teachers who are trying to respond to complex mental health challenges. ⌘ Read more
Police work to piece together events leading up to horror crash at Victorian pub
Investigations continue into a crash in the regional Victorian town of Daylesford that left five people dead after a car drove into the beer garden of a busy pub. ⌘ Read more