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Cruise ship outbreaks of COVID and gastro 'declared over', as passengers disembark
A cruise liner that has been dealing with cases of COVID-19 and gastroenteritis has docked in Adelaide with SA Health saying the outbreaks have been declared over. ⌘ Read more
As Sameer stood in support of his homeland, he counted the hours since he last heard from his family in Gaza
Sameer's siblings, cousins and other family members all live in Gaza. When he spoke to us, it had been 12 hours since he'd last heard from them — and he didn't know if they were still alive. ⌘ Read more
Rough sleeper deaths in Albany highlight dangerous conditions homeless face, advocate says
A WA social support group says the growing homelessness crisis contributed to the deaths of two people within the space of 29 days at a former regional railway station. ⌘ Read more
Complaints to Queensland's energy and water watchdog rise amid cost of living crunch
The Energy and Water Ombudsman negotiated more than $900,000 in outcomes for customers who made complaints. ⌘ Read more
Driver charged after fatal crash in Adelaide's north
A man is due to appear in court in the wake of a crash that killed a 45-year-old motorcyclist on Sunday night. ⌘ Read more
Melting of all Greenland's glaciers 'in full swing' as speed of ice thaw increases fivefold
A study of a thousand glaciers in the area shows the rate of melting entering a new phase over the last two decades. ⌘ Read more
Optus and other telcos to be forced to report to government on how they manage cyber security
Fearing that telecommunications companies have been left to manage their own cyber affairs with limited oversight, the home affairs minister imposes new reporting obligations in an attempt to prevent another Optus-style hack. ⌘ Read more
Live: ANZ posts $7.1b profit, ASX set for modest gains despite Wall Street surge
Australian shares are set to post modest gains, despite a tech-led surge on Wall Street on Friday. ANZ posts a $7.1 billion profit, but with no growth on last year. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. ⌘ Read more
Outback residents forced to fly to Perth for dental care due to lack of specialists
When one of the few remaining orthodontists in the region left Newman, patients such as Wendy Straker were left with no other choice for regular check-ups. ⌘ Read more
Romantic and raucous: Seven stunning South Asian musicians for your Diwali playlist
It's Diwali (Deepavali) season — here are some talented South Asian artists to put on your speaker. From Swiss hip hop artist Priya Ragu to carnatic sensation Sid Sriram, we look at contemporary young artists shaking up the scene. Author: Dilpreet Taggar. ⌘ Read more
AFL draft club by club: Every team's picks and potential targets
With the AFL draft just around the corner, see which picks each club has to work with and the players they could select. ⌘ Read more
80 asylum seekers in immigration detention released 'almost immediately' after High Court ruling
Eighty asylum seekers being held in immigration detention were released almost immediately following last week's High Court ruling that they were being kept unlawfully. ⌘ Read more
Live: Hospitals begin to shut down as Israel says it is closing in on Hamas in Gaza City
Two of northern Gaza's major hospitals say they have closed doors to new patients due to bombardment and lack of supplies, with staff warning patient deaths could follow. Israel says it is homing in on Hamas and the hospitals should be evacuated. ⌘ Read more
'She's a weapon': Star winger raises Olympic hopes as Australia's women win Oceania Sevens
Australia wins the women's Oceania Rugby Sevens championship in Brisbane, and the performance of a code-hopping star on a wing raises hopes for a big year ahead. ⌘ Read more
'It's never been this bad': Why critically ill mental health patients are being turned away in NSW
NSW spends the least per capita on mental health services than any other state in the country, and experts say the system is in crisis. ⌘ Read more
Queensland reviews learner driver licence process, including 100 hours supervised driving requirement
The review will look at all components of the Queensland graduated licensing system, including new technology and changing community needs and expectations. ⌘ Read more
Why are my kids good around other people and then badly behaved with me?**
A child says please and thank you at a friend's house but is rude with their family. They follow the rules if they visit a neighbour but have to be constantly reminded about appropriate behaviour at home. Why? And is there anything you can do about it? ⌘ Read more
University of Tasmania failed students on staff sexual misconduct
The University of Tasmania admits staff failed to intervene when they became aware a student was allegedly sexually harassed and sexually assaulted by a staff member. ⌘ Read more
Stephanie quit her corporate career because she couldn't find childcare. She then pivoted to advocate for a centre for others
Meet the inspiring women from remote communities who are becoming experts on childcare policy to deliver early childhood services to their towns. ⌘ Read more
How YouTube stars Brett and Eddy brought comedy to classical music
Brisbane violinists Brett Yang and Eddy Chen left coveted orchestra jobs to pursue YouTube stardom. This is how the duo built a social media audience of 7.5 million. ⌘ Read more
This woman was choked by a man in a Canberra motel room. She says she wasn't given a fair trial
The woman who was choked by Tongan man Seti Moala in April last year speaks of the trauma she experienced both during the attack and again as the case went to trial. ⌘ Read more
Queensland graziers accuse ADF of being a bad neighbour
In 2017 residents in the Marlborough area pushed back on an ADF plan to acquire their properties and won — but the army's expansion went ahead anyway, and the graziers who stayed say they liked their old neighbours a lot more. ⌘ Read more
Homes destroyed, locals shelter at jetty as bushfire threatens Tasmanian beachside community
At least two homes are destroyed as dozens of people shelter at a jetty overnight amid an emergency-level bushfire threatening the Tasmanian community of Dolphin Sands. ⌘ Read more
Removed from her family at 13, Aboriginal teenager 'XY' died, aged 17
A coronial inquest is examining the adequacy of the care given by multiple services who dealt with her leading up to her death. ⌘ Read more
In Canberra, lobbyists outnumber politicians three to one. Now there are growing calls for stronger regulation
Identified in Parliament House by their orange access passes, lobbyists are free to wander the halls, governed not by laws but by a code of conduct. But the standard of regulation in the industry has been deplored by both integrity experts and independent politicians. ⌘ Read more
When the crowd chants 'ceasefire now', this is why some governments remain 'deaf'
Global Palestinian solidarity demonstrations are getting bigger, but whether taking to the streets will make a difference to government policy is up for debate, writes Riley Stuart. ⌘ Read more
Labour induction is increasingly common in childbirth. Some new mums wish they'd been better informed
Rates of labour induction have increased substantially in recent years. Is it making childbirth safer — or have the scales tipped too far? ⌘ Read more
In the Victorian town of Romsey, a familiar pub and pokies storm is brewing
Several residents in the central Victorian town of Romsey are gearing up to fight an application from the local football and netball club to install pokies and redevelop a shuttered local hotel. ⌘ Read more
If special schools are phased out, how would mainstream schools need to change?**
After the disability royal commission called for the phasing out of special schools, it put the spotlight on how mainstream education could support more students with disability. ⌘ Read more
With COVID-19 cases rising so close to Christmas, we spoke to experts about how to beat it quickly and get back to normal
With the festive season rapidly approaching, the last thing anyone wants is COVID-19. Here's some tips from the experts about how to get over an infection and back to normal quickly. ⌘ Read more
Hamas suspends hostage negotiations due to their claims that Israel is targeting hospitals
Hamas said it is suspending hostage talks due to Israel's attacks around Al-Shifa hospital, as the first group of foreigners and injured Palestinians to be evacuated from Gaza after the Rafah border crossing reopened arrive in Egypt. ⌘ Read more
Kiribati President reluctant for climate change resettlement deal with Australia
The President of Kiribati has played down the chances of his country striking a treaty with Australia similar to the landmark pact which Anthony Albanese signed late last week with Tuvalu’s Prime Minister. ⌘ Read more
Emergency bushfire warning issued for Tasmanian town of Dolphin Sands
Authorities say it is too late for residents to leave Dolphin Sands, with an emergency warning in place. ⌘ Read more
Cameron Smith finishes runner-up after back nine drama at Hong Kong Open
Australia's Cameron Smith finishes runner-up in a dramatic finale to the Hong Kong Open, but only after nearly holing a 70-metre chip to force a play-off. ⌘ Read more
ACT Greens backbencher Johnathan Davis resigns after sexual misconduct allegations
ACT Greens backbencher Johnathan Davis announces his resignation after allegations of sexual misconduct came to light on Friday. ⌘ Read more
We are in a new COVID wave. What can we expect from Pirola?**
Australia is into its next COVID wave. Case numbers and indicators of severe disease began rising in Victoria in August. But a consistent pattern is now emerging across Australia and rising sales of anti-viral medications are offering clues. ⌘ Read more
‘Obama should resign’: Donald Trump again confuses his presidential predecessor with Joe Biden
Speaking to a crowd of supporters in the city of Claremont, Mr Trump praises Hungary prime minister Viktor Orban, claiming he had called on Mr Obama — not Mr Biden — to immediately resign as US president. ⌘ Read more
Fleet of new flood rescue boats, vehicles welcomed, with high-risk areas in NSW top of delivery list
The NSW SES adds an extra 142 boats, rafts, trucks, cars and trailers to its rescue equipment, in response to recommendations from last year's flood inquiry. ⌘ Read more
Man rescued from narrow cavity after falling between two buildings in Perth's CBD
A man who apparently fell into a narrow space between two buildings is rescued by a large team of firefighters in central Perth. ⌘ Read more
Melbourne's Holocaust Museum reopens in the shadow of dozens of reported anti-Semitic incidents
The museum relaunches after significant renovations with two new exhibits showcasing the stories of Holocaust survivors. ⌘ Read more
Will Saturn’s rings really 'disappear' by 2025?**
In the past few days, a slew of articles have run like wildfire through social media. Saturn's rings, those articles claim, are rapidly disappearing — and will be gone by 2025! So what's the story? ⌘ Read more
Cruise liner bound for Adelaide suffers dual outbreaks of COVID and gastro
SA Health says the Grand Princess is suffering outbreaks of both COVID-19 and gastroenteritis, with passengers telling the ABC that guests have been confined to their rooms for days. ⌘ Read more
Cats down the Bombers at Kardinia Park to keep their AFLW season going, ahead of Demons-Kangaroos showdown
The Cats keep their AFLW season alive with a win over Essendon at Kardinia Park to set up a semi-final against the loser of the qualifying final between Melbourne and North Melbourne. ⌘ Read more
If housing was considered a human right, would it fix our housing crisis?**
If housing was a fundamental human right, what would that mean for Australians, asks Gareth Hutchens. ⌘ Read more
AFL releases fixture for Adelaide's Gather Round
All 18 AFL teams will again travel to Adelaide next April for four days of football across three venues. ⌘ Read more
Government doesn't yet know details behind cyber hack that shut down Australia's second largest port operator
The cybersecurity incident at DP World, which operates four major ports across the country, could affect freight in and out of Australia for days. ⌘ Read more
Thousands gather across Australia for Israel-Gaza war rallies
Separate events calling for a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of Israeli hostages are being held across Australia, with thousands taking to city streets. ⌘ Read more
'Incredibly dangerous': ACT government commits to banning engineered stone one way or another
The ACT government has thrown its full support behind the push for a national ban on the use of engineered stone, and says it will implement its own prohibition if the federal government doesn't take action. ⌘ Read more
Police hold grave fears for swimmer, 22, caught in rip off Tasmania's north-west coast
A 22-year-old swimmer last seen caught in a rip off the coast of Tasmania’s north-west remains missing despite an air and sea search covering 200 square nautical miles. ⌘ Read more
After surviving a brain tumour, Corey is back in the shearing shed doing what he loves
The thought of working and rejoining his shearing team kept Corey Bolt positive during treatment. Now, he's easing back into the physically demanding role. ⌘ Read more
Man allegedly stabbed at hotel in Brisbane's CBD
Police declare a crime scene after an altercation between two men in central Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
Wine lovers thirsty for 'genuinely good' no or low alcohol option, as search continues for perfect drop
Alcohol products for those keen to stay sober have gone from niche to mainstream in a short span of time. But connoisseurs say finding such a drop replicating the mouth feel of real wine is like searching for "the holy grail". ⌘ Read more
Woman in stable condition following reported shark attack at popular beach
South Australia's premier says the state's beaches will be closely monitored this summer, after a university student recovers from a reported shark attack at a popular diving spot south of Adelaide. ⌘ Read more
'We're not the disability': Striking alter-ego portraits topple preconceptions
A photographic exhibition asks, "Who would you be, if you could be anyone? And how do you wish the world would see you?" The result is a series of empowering portraits. ⌘ Read more
Cockatoos develop taste for world's stinkiest fruit on Top End farm
The first durians of the season are fetching more than $30 a kilogram wholesale, meaning the cockatoos are "picking the most expensive fruit in town", grower Han Shiong Siah says. ⌘ Read more
Wong stops short of calling for ceasefire as Israel continues to bomb hospitals in Gaza
Foreign Minister Penny Wong says the next steps should be taken towards a ceasefire in Israel-Gaza war as hospitals remain target of Israel's bombing of Gaza. ⌘ Read more
Diabetics face anxious wait as Ozempic shortages continue
One year after a global shortage of the drug Ozempic began, some Australian diabetics are beginning to see the negative effects on their health. ⌘ Read more
With less money around, drivers are using older cars — what are the safety implications?**
How old is the car you drive? The average age of cars in Australia is 10 years — and the older your car is, the more likely it is without important safety features. Here are some of the innovations an older car may be without. ⌘ Read more
New jumbo blueberry varieties behind farm's big expansion plans
The biggest blueberries in the world are grown in Western Australia and export markets love them. Demand for the berries is driving one farm to quadruple in size. ⌘ Read more
Trump backs media request for federal trial on election charges to be broadcast live on television
In his latest legal filing, the former president endorses requests by media organisations that US District Court Judge Tanya Chutkan allow live television coverage of the trial. ⌘ Read more
Clean, green snorkelling buddies find lost treasure at the bottom of Noosa River
Keeping the river clear of rubbish has long been a selfless act for these three Queensland eco-warriors, but it had an unintended pay-off with the discovery of a vintage Rolex watch. ⌘ Read more
Russia launches missile attack on Kyiv for first time in weeks as drones attack cities across Ukraine
Russia intensifies bombardments of Ukraine's ports and launches its first missile attack on the area surrounding Kyiv in more than seven weeks. ⌘ Read more
Senate inquiry hears from advocates pushing for sexuality framework in NDIS
Kyle Montgomery became a quadriplegic following a mixed martial arts accident five years ago and is speaking up about the challenges of maintaining a sex life for those living with a disability, as advocates call for support from the NDIS. ⌘ Read more
Reluctant artist hopes his captivating pieces will make people question what they throw in the bin
Dawit Dersolign does not describe himself as an artist, but what he makes from discarded items contradicts that statement. ⌘ Read more
How Upton Engineering saw potential in WWII army surplus to change farming**
The Upton tractor transformed Australian agriculture and now holds a revered place in engineering history for its innovative design and pulling power. ⌘ Read more
Twenty-hour day for harness racing stables worker before early morning crash
A young harness racing stable worker who did a 20-hour day in the lead up to an early morning crash in which he and four others were injured was on the clock, a tribunal finds, and not — as his employer argued — volunteering and ineligible for worker's compensation. ⌘ Read more
'Concussion culture needs to change': Mum calls for more education after death of 20yo footballer
Wendy Smith's 20-year-old son, Antonio, died after a collision on a football field. Now, she is calling for better education around concussions and head knocks, along with a national injury database. ⌘ Read more
After a chance encounter, Maria discovered she had a sister she never knew existed
At a work conference, in a room filled with hundreds of people, a conversation with a Gooreng Gooreng elder led Maria Suarez to a sister she never knew she had. ⌘ Read more
Experts say lack of secrecy around DV refuges could lead to women being killed after details published online
New South Wales women's groups say they're "absolutely stunned" by the recent publication of development applications for domestic violence shelters by local councils. ⌘ Read more
'Why not us?': The mindset that is driving the Swans' historic AFLW campaign
After beating the Gold Coast Suns in their first finals appearance, the Sydney Swans welcome the fact they will start underdogs in their semifinal against minor premiers Adelaide. ⌘ Read more
How water buybacks are draining country towns in the Murray-Darling Basin
Almost half of Australia's agricultural produce comes from the basin, but at what cost to the environment? We ask those on the front line. ⌘ Read more
Chinese ships chase Philippine vessels in South China Sea
Dozens of Chinese coast guard and accompanying ships chase and encircle Philippine vessels in the latest confrontation in one of the most dangerous flashpoints in the South China Sea. ⌘ Read more
Will your Christmas shopping be a gift to the environment?**
As Australians draw up their Christmas lists, more are choosing to shop online than ever before. But is it better for the environment to buy online or from a shop? ⌘ Read more
Israel-Gaza: Gaza hospitals besieged, medics say patients unable to evacuate
Palestinian officials and humanitarian aid groups working in Gaza say patients are unable to evacuate multiple hospitals in northern Gaza after recent bombardment, while Israel denies firing on the largest hospital, Al Shifa, saying people can evacuate safely. ⌘ Read more
Why is the Matildas' new CBA with the Socceroos so ground-breaking?**
The Matildas and Socceroos now have the same exact payment structure, conditions, and minimum standards. But their joint collective bargaining agreement breaks the mould for other reasons. ⌘ Read more
When is Diwali 2023? What is the Festival of Lights about and where to join in the fun?**
Derived from the Sanskrit word Deepavali which means "row of lights". Lights are the essence of the celebration that lauds the victory of good over evil. Here's where celebrations are happening across Australia ⌘ Read more
'If I didn't achieve that body, I wouldn't be worthwhile': The unhealthy reason drawing men into the gym
Sculpted men with bulging muscles, sweating it out at the gym is not commonly an image one would associate with eating disorders, but, with more than 1 million Australians suffering through an eating disorder, the reality is 25 per cent of them are males. ⌘ Read more
'Xi Jinping is loving this': Is a US senator's abortion protest threatening America's national security?**
Over nine months, US senator Tommy Tuberville has blocked hundreds of military appointments, leaving key positions unfilled. A top general's heart attack could be the catalyst for a major intervention. ⌘ Read more
'Destruction and death': Why Palestinians in north Gaza flee with white flags
Thousands of Palestinians are fleeing northern Gaza through a southern corridor opened by the Israeli military. Here are some of their stories. ⌘ Read more
Renaming of national park once honouring slave trader part of 'truth telling' about Australia's past, elder says
Traditional custodians and and South Sea Islander elders gather to officially mark the removal of the name of Ben Boyd from a national park on the NSW far-south coast. ⌘ Read more
Palestinian supporters take to waters at Port Botany in blockade campaign against Israeli ships
Protesters waved flags and chanted from the shore, while others yelled from jetskis on the water, in what organisers say is the first step of the campaign against the Israeli shipping line ZIM. ⌘ Read more
Australian ports shut down over cyber security incident impacting goods moving into and out of the country
Australian port operator DP World restricts access citing cyber security incident ⌘ Read more
Lions beat Crows in classic final to reach AFLW prelim
Brisbane Lions go to Adelaide and hold on in the final seconds to stun the Crows and become the first side through to the AFLW preliminary finals. ⌘ Read more
The stockman who turned 'black pennies' into a $180m Indigenous stolen wages settlement
Less than a century ago, Indigenous men were paid in small stone "coupons" for their work on cattle stations. Now, Mervyn Street has helped win those workers and their families landmark compensation. ⌘ Read more
Everything you need to know about perimenopause — and how to know if it's started for you
Menopause is technically the single day 12 months after your last period. But perimenopause can last years. Here's what to look for and when to get help, writes Erin Molan. ⌘ Read more
Didgeridoo and bugle combine in new version of Last Post inspired by soldiers' camaraderie
A moving rendition of The Last Post, recorded on top of the Sydney Opera House, features jazz virtuoso James Morrison and didgeridoo player Mark Atkins, symbolises how Indigenous and non-Indigenous soldiers fought side by side. ⌘ Read more
Alyssa Healy wants to lead Australian women's cricket through transition period
Alyssa Healy puts her hand up to take over from Meg Lanning as Australia's next cricket captain in order to lead the team's generational transition. ⌘ Read more
Ukraine sinks two Russian landing boats, military says, as troops brace for further Russian assaults
Ukrainian naval drones sink two small Russian landing boats in Crimea, Ukraine's military intelligence agency says, while troops brace for further Russian assaults in the east, particularly the shattered town of Avdiivka. ⌘ Read more
Engineers painstakingly reattach severed head to pioneering prospector's statue in Kalgoorlie
Confronted with the severed head of Paddy Hannan, reattaching it became the ultimate "left field" job for a Kalgoorlie engineering firm. ⌘ Read more
When Carla Jones learnt she had late stage cancer the Dayboro community helped throw her wedding
When Ellena Stone learned her neighbour might not have long to live, she decided to help plan her wedding. In just ten minutes they had everything from a photographer to a cake. ⌘ Read more
Australian artists Kylie Minogue, Troye Sivan and Dom Dolla up for Grammy awards
Minogue and Sivan are both up for the same award, in the Best Pop Dance Recording category. ⌘ Read more
Runner to trade red-dirt tracks for icey desert in memory of his sister
When Alex Cleary was 19, his 28-year-old sister Meghan took her own life. Now he is preparing to run a marathon in Antarctica, dedicating his journey to those affected by suicide. ⌘ Read more
NSW minister questions if embattled seaside council has undertaken 'fire sale' of assets
Concerns have been raised at a NSW budget estimates hearing about the proposed sale by the Kiama Municipal Council of one of the state's largest publicly owned aged-care centres. ⌘ Read more
Crowds gather across Australia to honour the fallen on Remembrance Day
Australians around the country gather today to commemorate Remembrance Day, honouring those who died serving in conflicts and peace-keeping operations. ⌘ Read more
Clashes between pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli groups in Melbourne's south-east condemned
Political leaders condemn violent clashes that erupted between pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli protesters in Melbourne's south-east in the wake of a fire at a nearby burger shop. ⌘ Read more
Two teenagers dead, three hospitalised following single-vehicle crash in north-east NSW
Police say two teenagers have died and three have been taken to hospital after a car hit a tree in Tabulam, west of Casino, NSW. ⌘ Read more
Mum's first day as a firefighter puts her on the frontline at bushfire emergency
Kristy-Lee Lucke says realising her eight-year dream to become a firefighter got off to an "intimidating" start when her crew was called to a bushfire emergency. ⌘ Read more
Red wine glut and industry setbacks no barrier for the next generation of winemakers
When 28-year-old Mick Elliott left his office job for the wine industry he picked up a palate for the perfect drop and left behind a sense of dread. ⌘ Read more
High fashion hits the stage in tiny outback town better known for gold mining
Previously, when tourists stopped at Coolgardie's visitor centre for souvenirs, there were none. It gave Rose Mitchell the idea of making some. Then, with her town's support, her dream of creating wearable art, and a high-end fashion show, became a reality. ⌘ Read more
Beatlemania is back as Now And Then tops the charts in the UK
Billed as the last Beatles song, Now And Then features the voice of late member John Lennon and was developed using artificial intelligence. ⌘ Read more