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Serial rapist who attempted to murder 5-year-old girl set to be released from prison
Stephen Neil White's crimes were so serious that a court imposed a continuing detention order on him to keep him behind bars in WA. That has now been rescinded and he will be released back into the community. ⌘ Read more
Government 'frustrated' as no builders in sight for $20m Laverton hospital project
While Premier Roger Cook says he is committed to the redevelopment of Laverton Hospital, the state government has found no suitable tenders for the northern Goldfields project. ⌘ Read more
NT government announces additional police in summer plan to tackle crime in Alice Springs
Fifty more police will patrol Alice Springs' streets this summer as part of an NT government “zero-tolerance” plan to prevent a major surge in crime in Central Australia over the holiday period. ⌘ Read more
Your interactive guide to Rishi Sunak's cabinet reshuffle
In the latest wave of turbulence in Westminster, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has reshuffled his ministerial team. Here’s how the key players have fared in the shake-up. ⌘ Read more
Daughter 'terrified' she was next after mum shot dead at front door, court hears
The daughter of Stacey Klimovitch, who was fatally shot in Newcastle last year, testifies at the trial of her mother's alleged killer, Jason Paul Hawkins. ⌘ Read more
10yo Kareem died 40 hours ago. His family still can't bury him
When Israel invaded Gaza, Adam didn't want to leave. Now the Palestinian man, who has family in Australia, just wants to bury the body of his 10-year-old son. ⌘ Read more
It's been an unofficial anthem for years, but I am Australian has now been recognised as a Sound of Australia
The Slip! Slop! Slap! jingle, I am Australian, Sherbert's Howzat and a harmonica recording from the 1920s are among 11 new recordings added to the National Film and Sound Archive's Sounds of Australia registry. ⌘ Read more
Deadly flood's lasting impact recognised in bush town where kindness, generosity has touched hearts
A NSW Central West community's "true spirit" has shone through in the year since it was smashed by flooding which took lives and livlihoods. ⌘ Read more
Desert fires push snakes into town after generous wet seasons, plenty of mice, and 'double clutching'
Snake catcher Rex Neindorf says recent bushfires have pushed higher numbers of deadly snakes into Alice Springs as they look for food in people's backyards and kitchens. ⌘ Read more
Illawarra Hawks axe head coach just nine games into the season
The NBL cellar dwellers have parted ways with Jacob Jackomas after a disappointing start to the season, naming assistant Justin Tatum as interim head coach. ⌘ Read more
Almost 4,000 people evacuated from their homes in Iceland as risk of volcanic eruption remains high
Despite a decrease in seismic activity in south-west Iceland, the risk of a volcanic eruption remains significant, authorities say, after earthquakes and magma spread underground in recent weeks. ⌘ Read more
What the stats say about the Cricket World Cup semifinalists
India is unbeaten and seemingly in control of their home Cricket World Cup, but semifinals often throw up surprises with New Zealand hoping to spring another in Mumbai, before Australia and South Africa meet in Kolkata. ⌘ Read more
The best way to minimise illness risk on cruises, after Grand Princess COVID and gastro outbreak
We hear about outbreaks of illnesses like COVID-19 and gastro on cruise ships, but are you more likely to become unwell on a ship and how can you stay safe? ⌘ Read more
How a stampede of Indian buffalo meat is hurting Australia's cattle trade
Indian buffalo meat is surging into Australian market strongholds such as Indonesia, creating enormous competition for the live cattle trade. ⌘ Read more
Outspoken backbencher Russell Broadbents quits Liberal Party after preselection loss
The veteran MP will move to the crossbench after losing preselection for the regional Victorian seat of Monash on Sunday. ⌘ Read more
85yo man riding motorised wheelchair struck and killed by car
Police are seeking dashcam footage and CCTV as they investigate a crash involving a car and a motorised wheelchair that killed an 85-year-old man in the Townsville suburb of Aitkenvale. ⌘ Read more
Sydney radio host identified as fisher missing in Queensland crocodile habitat
Police say former 2GB broadcaster Roman Butchaski's car has been found near a remote Cape York river system and a massive search is underway. ⌘ Read more
Donald was reported missing 70 years after his family last saw him. They now know what happened
Police inquiries determined Donald Gordon Buckley had died in Moree after changing his identity, three decades after last being seen in Sydney by his loved ones. ⌘ Read more
'Cold-blooded' killer to remain behind bars after losing parole appeal bid
Anthony Rowlingson, who shot dead his brother in 2007, has failed in a last-ditch bid for freedom after his application was dismissed by Queensland's highest court. ⌘ Read more
Indian workers to spend a second night trapped in a collapsed tunnel
At least 40 Indian workers trapped inside a collapsed Himalayan highway tunnel will spend a second night there, pending the arrival of rescue material. ⌘ Read more
Rugby Australia announces NSW alignment in first step towards strategic reset
NSW Rugby becomes the first state member union to formally commit to Rugby Australia's plan to align the sport across the country. ⌘ Read more
'Tinkering' retirees donate 1,800 bikes to those in need
Cupcakes, chats "solving the problems of the world", and refurbishing bikes for those in need are all in a day's work for this team of volunteers. ⌘ Read more
Goats added to rail fleet to manage bushfire hazards on difficult blocks
A herd of goats has "annihilated" weeds posing a fire risk in inaccessible terrain in a third of the time they were given to get the job done. Now the landowners have bigger ideas. ⌘ Read more
Letter calls on federal politicians to end 'silence' on First Nations water rights in the Murray-Darling Basin
More than 50 lawyers and academics are urging the federal parliament to ensure pending changes to the basin plan tangibly improve how it incorporates First Nations' aspirations and values. ⌘ Read more
'My dad would still be here': Bob East needed a wheelchair taxi after a night out, what happened next led to his death
Bob East died two days after his electric scooter crashed down an embankment at night. A coroner says he'd still be alive if a wheelchair-accessible taxi hadn't taken so long to turn up. ⌘ Read more
The pair who took the plunge on Tasmania's Hydro ghost town, and are busy bringing it back to life
As the new owners of an old hydro-electric village, the Ottos wondered what they had done. But after two years and a lot of hard work, they're delighted to be bringing "a sense of community into a place that hasn't had it for a long time". ⌘ Read more
The Boomers' Paris Olympics preparation has unsettling similarities to the last dark ages
Australia's first men's basketball Olympic medal was an historic moment for the sport in this country, but the Boomers are in a precarious position heading into Paris 2024 after flunking their next big test, writes Jon Healy. ⌘ Read more
Israeli tanks position around Gaza's main hospital where hundreds of patients including babies remain
Israel says the Al-Shifa hospital sits atop tunnels housing a headquarters for Hamas fighters using patients as shields, which Hamas denies, as fears mount for those left inside due to the dwindling supply of fuel. ⌘ Read more
Live: Hamas says it wants 5-day truce, US calls for longer pauses in fighting
Israeli tanks have taken up positions at the gates of Gaza City's main hospital, the main target in Israel's battle to seize control of the northern half of the Gaza Strip and where medics said patients including newborns were dying for lack of fuel. ⌘ Read more
Youth detainees spending up to 21 hours a day in cells following Cleveland Dodd's death in custody
Children at WA's only youth detention centre are being locked in their cells for extended periods due to staffing issues that have emerged after the high-profile death of a 16-year-old boy in custody, a regional court has heard. ⌘ Read more
Coroner's call for landlords to test smoke alarms in all rentals backed by industry groups after tragic fatal fire
Landlords are not legally required to check alarms in more than 40 per cent of rentals in Victoria, and both a tenants' group and a property investors' association agree this needs to change. ⌘ Read more
The Thursday Murder Club is taking the world by storm — just don't call it cosy crime
Richard Osman is one of the most popular authors on the planet, and he's in Australia for the first time promoting his new book, The Last Devil to Die. ⌘ Read more
Shark spotter flights brought forward in response to attack at Adelaide beach
Shark patrol flights above Adelaide beaches will begin two weeks earlier than usual in response to last Friday's attack in which a woman was bitten at Port Noarlunga. ⌘ Read more
Live: ASX likely to rise, Wall Street fluctuates ahead of US inflation data
The Australian share market is expected to open higher despite Wall Street's struggle to find direction overnight as investors await crucial inflation data that will decide how high US interest rates will climb. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
This pro basketballer is using his sport to help mentor and inspire at-risk kids
Timmy Duggan was the first person from the Northern Territory to play in the NBL. Decades later, his push to get kids involved in the sport and promote healthy outcomes has seen him recognised with a national health award. ⌘ Read more
Largest water plan in NT history to extract 210 billion litres from environment annually
Environmental groups say the plan, which includes the Beetaloo Basin, is the "worst water decision" made in years, while industry groups say it is a positive step forward. ⌘ Read more
Maryanne Trump Barry, former US president Donald Trump's sister, dies at 86
Maryanne Trump Barry, a retired federal judge and former president Donald Trump's oldest sister, has died at age 86 at her home in New York. ⌘ Read more
Good news — almost 50 new species of ground-hunting spiders have been discovered. And one is named after Ranger Stacey
How many different types of spiders are there in Australia? New research has scientists estimating that there could be up to 15,000 — including thousands that haven't even been discovered yet. ⌘ Read more
Tourist traps are luring selfie-takers to their deaths, researchers say
Instagram and TikTok users are being lured to their deaths in the search for the perfect selfie, researchers have found. ⌘ Read more
A new iron ore mine 'every year to the end of this decade', but who will be the buyers?**
Australia's leading iron ore miners are starting to diverge on their views about future demand for the commodity that's vital to our economy, and it's showing up in their investment decisions. ⌘ Read more
Lin-Manuel Miranda reveals his favourite advice from Broadway legend Stephen Sondheim
The creator of Hamilton says the biggest lesson from his late mentor, who wrote the lyrics to West Side Story, came down to a single phrase. ⌘ Read more
How a routine pathology test resulted in Lynda's data being uploaded to the dark web
Lynda George felt violated when she learnt her personal information was lost to hackers in a data breach. And to make matters worse, it took the hacked company two months to notify her of the issue. ⌘ Read more
The ACT Greens conducted an internal review into allegations made against Johnathan Davis. Here's what it revealed
Before former ACT greens backbencher Johnathan Davis resigned over sexual misconduct allegations, an internal review by a senior staffer into his alleged conduct revealed Mr Davis was "apparently ... known to have a preference for younger people". ⌘ Read more
Six new ferry terminals proposed for Hobart — but park and ride 'discouraged'
A new River Derwent ferry service master plan lays out where six proposed terminals would go, and how residents should not expect park-and-ride services to help them make their trip. ⌘ Read more
Youth Barometer report shows that nine out of 10 young Aussies felt financial difficulties this year
Young Australians are struggling economically and socially, with a national barometer survey highlighting a "darker" year-on-year trend as cost-of-living pressures bite. ⌘ Read more
Renters in every capital city are in a worse position than before the pandemic, new report reveals
Renters in every Australian capital city are in a worse position than they were before the pandemic, the latest Rental Affordability Index report shows ⌘ Read more
This political plot twist shocked Brits, but Australians know it well
Brits were shocked when a former prime minister was parrachuted back into politics in the role of foreign minister on Monday, but many Australians know this story well, including how could end. ⌘ Read more
Cultural fishing practices given a leg up to help break into commercial fishing sector
Three Indigenous-owned corporations will receive government support, as they prepare to commercialise something they've been doing for thousands of years. ⌘ Read more
NZ has never had a coalition negotiation like this. Here's why it's taking some time
In New Zealand, the Labour Party ministers have just been re-sworn into caretaker government, despite losing the election. Here's why forming government is a little different in Aotearoa. ⌘ Read more
‘We are lucky Athama is here’: the first weeks after giving birth are time of healing in some ancient traditions
New mothers in Australia are expected to be back on their feet quickly after giving  birth. But in many ancient cultures, the first weeks are a precious time to recover and bond with the baby. ⌘ Read more
'We're graffitiing the Vatican': Inside the epic two-year project to document the degradation of our polar environments
Renowned polar explorer Dr Geoff Wilson and his 23-year-old son Kitalé are on a two-year mission to make the world fall in love with polar environments, and document their impacts from climate change. ⌘ Read more
'They've been in here, in my house, in my room': Australian tries to find closure after Hamas killed her mother
Nicole's mother Galit was the only Australian to be killed by Hamas on October 7. Now she has returned to the kibbutz where she was murdered. WARNING: Some readers might find the details and images in this story distressing. ⌘ Read more
Sean Turnell spent 650 days in Myanmar jail. He 'constantly dreams' he's still there a year after his release
The economic adviser to ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi was released by the military in a surprise move in 2022. A year on, he reflects on the dark days and having Brad Pitt play him if his new book makes the big screen. ⌘ Read more
Is your workday filled with meetings? Here's why it's doing you more harm than good
Pushing back against the wave of meeting invitations at work could improve your mood and your productivity. Here's how to go about it. ⌘ Read more
'Not acceptable in Australia': Violent protests over Middle East conflict condemned on Q+A
Politicians and experts call for the end of violence on Australian streets and in the Middle East on Q+A but they can't agree on one panellists assertion that terrorist group Hamas are not the only problem. ⌘ Read more
Escaped circus lion captured after roaming Italian streets for hours
Kimba the lion was found in a rural area after a hunt by local authorities. ⌘ Read more
Blast kills three Russian officers in occupied town of Melitopol, Ukrainian intelligence claims
At least three Russian officers have been killed in the Moscow-controlled Ukrainian city of Melitopol in a blast Ukraine's intelligence says was an "act of revenge" by local resistance groups. ⌘ Read more
British Home Secretary Suella Braverman sacked after comments made over police handling of protests
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has reportedly sacked Home Secretary Suella Braverman, one of his most senior ministers, following comments she made last week about the police's handling of a pro-Palestinian march. ⌘ Read more
Connor Buhk's trial over alleged rape in surf club begins in Southport District Court
A woman was allegedly raped by a lifesaver while she slept at a surf club on the Gold Coast three years ago. ⌘ Read more
US government claim immunity after Marine burned by exploding barbecue at Darwin army base
Former US Marine bomb technician Evan James Williamson was planning to cook hamburgers and hotdogs when he attempted to light the barbecue and it exploded. ⌘ Read more
Victim of paedophile priest shocked and vindicated by 'mind-blowing' payout from church
An abuse survivor who will potentially receive one of Australia's largest-ever compensation payouts from the Catholic Church says he wants the verdict to give other survivors a "sense of hope". ⌘ Read more
Cancer experts Richard Scolyer, who has an incurable brain tumour, and Georgina Long named joint NSW Australians of the Year
Together they’ve saved thousands of lives with their breakthroughs on melanoma treatment. Now Professor Scolyer is "patient zero" in their latest research. ⌘ Read more
Embattled Aboriginal law firm NAAJA loses third chief executive in 12 months
The troubled firm, which is the main legal agency for Indigenous people in the Northern Territory, has had three chief executives in the past 12 months. ⌘ Read more
Amazed beachgoer videos endangered cassowary emerging from ocean off Far North Queensland
From a distance it resembled a mythic monster but as it came closer in the tropical Queensland waters a stunned onlooker realised the struggling creature was a large bird — and not a seabird. ⌘ Read more
Jury told hit man was recruited by Newcastle man to kill his former de facto mother-in-law
A jury has heard a hit man was arranged to kill 61-year-old grandmother Stacey Klimovitch, but the defence contends the accused was never at the crime scene. ⌘ Read more
Remains of husband and wife found at site of light plane crash in north Queensland
Alwyn and Jenny Rogash are being remembered as "active, enthusiastic aviators" after a plane crash last month. ⌘ Read more
Courts freeze more than $1 million in assets of terminally ill 'bicycle bandit'
Kym Allen Parsons, who is accused of carrying out 10 bank robberies while armed with a rifle in South Australia, has had assets frozen by a South Australian court. ⌘ Read more
NSW Labor used to refuse donations from lobbyists. Now they're welcome
The NSW Labor Party and politicians including Premier Chris Minns accepted political donations totalling more than $100,000 from lobbyists in the lead-up to the state election, three years after the party argued lobbyists should be banned from donating. ⌘ Read more
Deal to sell Perth Glory to Melbourne-based property group falls over at final hurdle
A-League outfit Perth Glory is back on the market after its highly-touted sale to a Melbourne-based property group falls through at the final hurdle. ⌘ Read more
Correctional officer found not guilty escaping inmate's murder
A jury finds a man dubbed Officer A not guilty of the shooting murder of Dwayne Johnstone, who was shackled at the wrists and ankles as he tried to escape custody outside Lismore Base Hospital. ⌘ Read more
MPs cry foul over fake signatures on petition opposing offshore wind farm
The head of a parliamentary committee condemns an "unethical" attempt to "undermine the democratic process of petitioning" as debate over the Illawarra proposal heats up another notch. ⌘ Read more
'Handful of items': Melissa Caddick's husband backs down from number of claims over estate, court told
The lawyer representing receivers tells the Federal Court, the alleged fraudster's second husband, Michael Koletti, has "completely backed down" from various claims over the estate. ⌘ Read more
'Lucky no one was killed': Two men flee after rolling truck filled with $6,300 of stolen fuel on Sydney motorway
Police say the rental truck was carrying 3,000 litres of stolen diesel fuel when it crashed on a busy Sydney motorway, causing significant delays. ⌘ Read more
The Marvels has had the MCU's worst opening weekend at the box office. What went wrong?**
Marvel Cinematic Universe's latest movie instalment, The Marvels, has had a disappointing opening weekend at the box office, recording $US47 million in sales in the US — the lowest amount the comic book franchise has recorded to date. ⌘ Read more
Defence admits 'poorly executed' process in $45 billion future frigate selection
The Defence Department has conceded its process for selecting its $45 billion future frigates, closely overseen by Coalition ministers, was "poorly executed". ⌘ Read more
Western Sydney theatre is 'putting the nation on stage' with its diverse, history-making 2024 program
From a sassy take-down of cultural appropriation to an unsolved Iranian murder mystery, The National Theatre of Parramatta’s 2024 season is boldly bringing BIPOC stories to the Australian stage. ⌘ Read more
Plans for Australia's longest zip-line scrapped after community outcry
The zip-line was part of an "adventure precinct" slated for the Blue Mountains' Gardens of Stone that has also been dropped, but plans for a series of eco-cabins are still moving ahead. ⌘ Read more
Workers laid off, more jobs cuts likely as Broken Hill mine announces staged shutdown
An uncertain future lies ahead for workers at CBH Resources' Rasp Mine, where some staff have been told today will be their last on site. ⌘ Read more
Search underway for missing Sydney fisherman in Far North Queensland
Police say the man, who set off from Bramwell Station, was "well prepared" for the fishing trip but note it is a known crocodile habitat. ⌘ Read more
Cricket hero makes history after taking six wickets in six balls
The cricket gods have smiled on a club bowler after he bagged six wickets in the final over of a one-day match to snatch a miracle victory for his team. ⌘ Read more
Caloote founder laid in an unmarked grave for 113 years until descendant's discovery
A pioneer who built cottages and subdivided land to create a South Australian riverside town has a plaque placed on his grave more than a century after his death. ⌘ Read more
Farmers pick up the pieces after a wild hail storm causes an estimated $50 million in losses
Farmers are calling for assistance to rebuild infrastructure and replant crops, with the impact on the supply of fruit and vegetables unclear at the moment. ⌘ Read more
Wonka star Timothée Chalamet tries his newest role: Impersonating Aussie pop icon Troye Sivan on SNL
With the actors strike finally over in the US, we can now return to normalcy: witnessing famous people participate in increasingly unhinged activities to promote their movies. ⌘ Read more
Art exhibition links apartheid with colonial Australia in Perth show
Multimedia artist Roberta Joy Rich uses family memories and archival news footage to ask deep questions about the impact of apartheid policies in South Africa and Australia. ⌘ Read more
Kerr hits the scoresheet again as Chelsea secure hold on top spot in WSL
Sam Kerr ends a quiet spell for Chelsea by getting back to her familiar prolific ways with a second goal of the Women's Super League season in their win at Everton. ⌘ Read more
Chain hurled at girl in wheelchair, dad assaulted 400m from police station, but no emergency response
Organising a trip to Ballarat was no easy task for this Melbourne family because of 12-year-old Anuli's complex needs. When the outing finally happened, it ended in a way that left them "traumatised". ⌘ Read more
ACT Greens leader Shane Rattenbury defends handling of sexual misconduct allegations against Johnathan Davis
ACT Greens leader Shane Rattenbury has defended his office's handling of allegations of sexual misconduct made against backbencher Johnathan Davis. ⌘ Read more
Christmas is not cancelled — yet. But DP World's freight ransomware issue is stacking up problems
DP World is a global behemoth in shipping and logistics. But a cyber attack on its Australian operation has crippled some of our busiest ports in the busy lead up to Christmas. ⌘ Read more
Sixteen public servants being investigated over Robodebt scheme, as government formally responds
The federal government agrees to all of the recommendations of the Robodebt royal commission, as it reveals investigations have commenced into 16 public servants connected to the scheme. ⌘ Read more
Northern Land Council chair Dr Bush-Blanasi dies aged 61
Dr Bush-Blanasi was a champion for Indigenous rights at both the local and national level — most recently as a key campaigner for an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice to Parliament. ⌘ Read more
‘Bittersweet’ court victory for business owners in ‘slug gate’ listeria outbreak saga
Ian Cook, of Melbourne caterer I Cook Foods, says it's a "bittersweet victory" after a Supreme Court judge ruled the business was unfairly shut down following a listeria outbreak in 2019. ⌘ Read more
Women's Origin extended to three-game series as NRL releases 2024 fixtures
Women's State of Origin will be a full three-match series from 2024 as the NRL releases its full fixtures for the upcoming season. ⌘ Read more
Farm workers believed to be victims of fiery Victorian crash
Police say alcohol may have been a factor in multiple-fatality crash in Victoria's north-east that's believed to have killed four vegetable farm workers from the Pacific. ⌘ Read more
Adam Zampa king of World Cup wicket-takers after group stage
Adam Zampa is the top wicket-taker after the World Cup group stages — with Australia banking on him to keep up his stellar form for just one more week. ⌘ Read more
Alleged violent altercation at Perth Children's Hospital's mental health ward leaves patients feeling unsafe
An investigation is underway into an alleged violent altercation in which a staff member and patient were injured in Perth Children's Hospital's acute mental health ward, which was recently ⌘ Read more
Algae is a biofuel option that can fuel you and your car, and could one day be a bowser choice
While you might recognise algae growing in your fish tank or floating on a lake, it can be transformed into a human food source that can also power your car, and it doesn't compete for space with crops. ⌘ Read more
Escaped Italian circus lion 'didn't even for a second' want to attack nearby residents, says trainer
Lion handler Rony Vassallo says he personally checked on the cage an hour before the lion went walkabout, and "everything was in order". ⌘ Read more
Do you think fashion is shallow? Celeste Barber is here to challenge that view
Comedian Celeste Barber is no stranger to the absurdities of the fashion industry, but even she was taken aback to learn that some clothes – and the women who wore them – were policed in our nation’s past. ⌘ Read more
High Court to hear challenge to landmark $700m native title compensation claim
The High Court will hold a special hearing in Darwin next year in a challenge over a $700 million compensation claim over land acquired for aluminium mining in north-east Arnhem Land in the 1960s. ⌘ Read more
How old TV equipment is being put to good use in Indigenous communities
Ashley Renehan had a dream of opening up the bush to wider audiences, so he reached out to his former colleagues at the ABC for help. ⌘ Read more