Canberra's Summernats car festival has wrapped up for another year with the burnout and mullet competitions again proving crowd favourites. ⌘ Read more
Canberra's Summernats car festival has wrapped up for another year with the burnout and mullet competitions again proving crowd favourites. ⌘ Read more
There is no shortage of snakes this summer, or ideas on how to avoid them — especially from so-called experts on social media — but those in the field say one simple action might be the most effective of all. ⌘ Read more
The three adults and two guides have been stuck in the Križna Jama cave since Saturday when water levels rose inside, blocking the way out. ⌘ Read more
Patients are thinking twice about going to the doctor, as a survey finds just 10 per cent of healthcare clinics in Western Australia are offering bulk billing services. ⌘ Read more
NSW Police dismantled a criminal syndicate allegedly trying to export hundreds of native Australian lizards and reptiles to Hong Kong. ⌘ Read more
The avalanche, at a height of around 2,200 metres, swept away the pair, who were wearing snowshoes to navigate the mountains. ⌘ Read more
The reshuffled Northern Territory government has refused to investigate health concerns about the remote manganese mine at the centre of former chief minister Natasha Fyles's resignation in December. ⌘ Read more
Amid the rubble of Ukrainian buildings destroyed by Russian attacks, Australian builders Manfred Hin and Hamish Stirling have put their lives on hold, picked up their tools and gotten to work. ⌘ Read more
Police charge a 40-year-old man with murder after a fatal house fire in Hobart's north on Friday morning. ⌘ Read more
When the federal government withdrew its support and the cost more than doubled for a major road project on the Sunshine Coast many believed it wouldn't happen. Were they wrong? ⌘ Read more
The Bureau of Meteorology says flash flooding is likely in places like Moe, Seymour, Yarra Glen and Warragul as heavy rain falls across parts of Victoria. ⌘ Read more
Elysse Perry marks her 300th match in Australian colours by scoring the winning runs, as the tourists level the T20I series in Mumbai. ⌘ Read more
As south-east Queenslanders return to work, authorities have warned travel times could be twice as long due to major rail works. ⌘ Read more
Kerr sustains an ACL injury while in a training camp with Chelsea and is unlikely to play at the Paris Olympics if the Matildas earn qualification. ⌘ Read more
A year on from flooding that devastated communities along the River Murray, farmers like Meiqing Lin and Alexandra Westlake are still feeling the impact. ⌘ Read more
A Sydney woman wins a lengthy court battle to clear her name after being charged with assaulting her husband, who she claims was abusing her. ⌘ Read more
Today's Golden Globe ceremony in Beverly Hills kicks off the 2024 film and television awards season. ⌘ Read more
Doctors hold growing concerns about a significant shortage of opioid pain medicines given to some of the sickest Australians. ⌘ Read more
As scientists investigate a suspected case of avian influenza on the tip of the Antarctic Peninsula, a new study confirms the devastating impact of the highly contagious and deadly disease on elephant seal pups. ⌘ Read more
The aircraft lost a window and a piece of fuselage, forcing it to make an emergency landing in Portland, Oregon. ⌘ Read more
Three months on from the conflict, western diplomats are trying to prevent the war from spreading, despite Israel continuing with its military campaign. ⌘ Read more
Alexander Zverev has saved two match points to send Germany's United Cup final against Poland to a deciding mixed doubles rubber in Sydney. ⌘ Read more
Japanese prosecutors make their first arrest on Sunday in connection with a major political slush funds scandal that has rocked Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's already unpopular government. ⌘ Read more
South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said North Korea fired more than more than 90 rounds near the rivals' disputed western sea boundary on Sunday afternoon. ⌘ Read more
Nadal said an MRI confirmed a small muscle tear and that he would return to Spain for treatment. ⌘ Read more
Seven of the eight people believed to have overdosed at Hardmission Festival were placed into induced comas and required breathing tubes. ⌘ Read more
Test hopeful Cameron Bancroft says he'll be disappointed if his Sheffield Shield form is ignored when selectors name David Warner's replacement. ⌘ Read more
A 19-year-old man whose body was found on a remote road near Alice Springs has been described as an "independent boy" and hard-working mechanic. ⌘ Read more
Aryna Sabalenka's Australian Open title defence suffers a blow as poor performance and injury timeout in Brisbane final raise questions in her loss to Elena Rybakina. ⌘ Read more
Steve Smith's desire to replace David Warner as a Test opener is unlikely to be fulfilled, with coach Andrew McDonald concerned about moving him from number four. ⌘ Read more
Bridgetown man Kevin Allan Craig Potter has been charged over the alleged murder of Raymond Smith. ⌘ Read more
Parts of Victoria's north have received 30 millimetres of rain so far on Sunday, with the Bureau of Meteorology warning there is more to come overnight into Monday, with potential for flash flooding. ⌘ Read more
The former US president marks the third anniversary of the January 6, 2021 assault on the US Capitol by casting a migrant surge on the country's southern border as the "real" insurrection. ⌘ Read more
Australia's largest rail freight operator calls for a national summit on level crossing safety, following a crash that killed two train drivers near the South Australian and New South Wales border on New Year's Eve. ⌘ Read more
The Queensland government says it will take years to get homes repaired, after wild storms and flooding lashed the south-east over the Christmas holidays. ⌘ Read more
Australia is surrounded by stunning islands — you may even spend time on one this summer. Join us on a whistle-stop tour to explore how some of our most iconic isles rose from the sea. ⌘ Read more
A decision to refuse two-time Olympic gold medallist Michael Diamond's gun licence has been upheld, halting his plans to compete in the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics qualifiers. ⌘ Read more
Eric Abetz has launched a bid to return to politics at the state level, saying he wants to "make a positive difference for the people of Tasmania". ⌘ Read more
Multiple videos circulating on social media appear to show a brawl at Summernats involving dozens of men, some of whom are wearing "crowd safety" vests. ⌘ Read more
Competitors at the three-day AusCycling Road National Championships in Ballarat have taken a moment of silence in honour of the renowned Olympian, who died on Saturday, December 30. ⌘ Read more
After walking away from her dream career six years ago, Gemma is back on the horse where not even broken bones can keep her from reaching her goal. ⌘ Read more
At least 11 people, including five children, were killed by a Russian missile strike on the eastern Ukraine town of Pokrovsk on Saturday, the regional governor says. ⌘ Read more
To reduce graffiti and vandalism, a traffic signal box program pays artists to design and paint street art onto the big metal box at every light interchange. ⌘ Read more
Nigel Lythgoe, who is also a co-creator and executive producer of the show, said he is dedicating his time to "clearing my name" following three separate sexual assault lawsuits. ⌘ Read more
The one-year-old was flown to Westmead Children's Hospital in a critical condition and later died in hospital. ⌘ Read more
A WA wildlife carer says she nearly "wet her pants" with excitement, after an endangered western swamp tortoise was found on a dirt track near her home town of Northcliffe. ⌘ Read more
For the first time in 18 years, Australia will have a player ranked inside the men's top 10, with Alex de Minaur tipped to be a threat at the season-opening major in Melbourne. ⌘ Read more
The spacecraft has reached its home for the next five years, an orbit from where it will study the Sun and its influence on space weather. ⌘ Read more
When Kymm Apostolides was a teenager and living in a small regional town, he was administered electric aversion therapy when he began wearing his sister's clothes. Fifty years later, he's a vital part of the mid-north community. ⌘ Read more
As she prepares to link up with Matildas teammate Mackenzie Arnold, Katrina Gorry says she is relishing the challenge of joining the Women's Super League after signing with West Ham United. ⌘ Read more
Canberra's RSPCA shelter is caring for more than double its usual number of animals. ⌘ Read more
Nancy Wake famously rode about 500 kilometres in 72 hours, bluffing her way through Gestapo checkpoints to transmit a message. These riders will take a more leisurely approach to honour the war hero. ⌘ Read more
Police arrest a man after a series of stabbing attacks across Melbourne that left multiple people injured and a woman fighting for life. ⌘ Read more
Wildlife carers say grey-headed flying foxes are "amazing creatures" — but the species is dying at an alarming rate, and they're running out of volunteers to help save them. ⌘ Read more
The Boeing model is grounded in the US after Alaska Airline pilots were forced to make an emergency landing when a blowout caused a gaping hole in the side of the plane. ⌘ Read more
This modern-day mystery has been reported for decades, and one expert studying the phenomenon believes he might know what causes the strange pulsating sound only some can hear. ⌘ Read more
Hitting the dating apps today, but hesitating because of a previous negative experience? App companies say don't be deterred, but do stand up for yourself when swiping right. ⌘ Read more
Angourie Rice has a much-loved and much-watched DVD of the 2004 film version of Mean Girls, now she plays a starring role in its latest adaptation. ⌘ Read more
James Gittus's family says the suit means the Tasmanian state judo champion can compete and train without an increased risk of injury as well as go to school full time. ⌘ Read more
Hardware store owner Frank Penhalluriack faced massive fines, financial ruin and went to jail as he fought for what he believed in. He won, and has changed how we live, work and socialise. ⌘ Read more
David Warner's Test career was prolific, exciting and unique. Now that it's over, properly assessing his standing in the pantheon of Australian cricket is a challenge, writes Jon Healy. ⌘ Read more
Lebanon's Hezbollah militia fires dozens of rockets at northern Israel on Saturday as top US and EU diplomats visited the region to seek ways to halt spillover from the war. ⌘ Read more
The alleged arson attack is the latest in as series of fires to hit railway services ahead of Sunday's national election. ⌘ Read more
The 11-year-old girl was fighting for her life at Westmead Hospital after the five-vehicle crash in the NSW Central Tablelands that also claimed the lives of two men. ⌘ Read more
The incident occurred shortly after take-off on Friday (local time) and the gaping hole caused the cabin to depressurise. ⌘ Read more
Meliora Festival near Donnybrook in Western Australia attracted nearly 2,000 punters over the new-year period, and while some locals say it was great for business, others were left frustrated after days of noise. ⌘ Read more
A mother in her 20s is understood to have avoided contact with medical services throughout her pregnancy, but sought hospital assistance on the day of her baby's birth. ⌘ Read more
Authorities say heavy rainfall is expected to arrive in the Victoria's north-west from Sunday night and move across the state, with residents warned to plan for flash flooding. ⌘ Read more
A potential Australian Open final rematch looms in Brisbane after Elena Rybakina downed Linda Noskova in straight sets in the semifinal. ⌘ Read more
The Brazilian World Cup winning player and coach has died, according to a post on his official Instagram account. He was a member of the 1970 side often considered to be the best ever. ⌘ Read more
Poland will face either Australia or Germany in the United Cup final after defeating France in Sydney, thanks to big-serving Hubert Hurkacz and world number one Iga Świątek. ⌘ Read more
A person has been injured in a light plane crash in Beverley. ⌘ Read more
Australia cruised to victory at the SCG in the end, completing a clean sweep of Pakistan side that threatened to spring a surprise but was held back by familiar and worrying failings. ⌘ Read more
Police say it's been a tragic start to 2024 following the death of a nine-year-old outside Melbourne — the state's third road death this year. ⌘ Read more
Australia wraps up a 3-0 series victory over Pakistan, as David Warner falls 11 runs short of the perfect fairytale ending. Here are five quick hits from day four at the SCG. ⌘ Read more
Medical data from more than 1.8 million US patients was analysed to determine the effect semaglutide has on mental health. ⌘ Read more
Every day, South Australians drive on the circuit of the state's first grand prix, but most have no idea of the history beneath their wheels. ⌘ Read more
The US singer-songwriter known for chart hits such as Said I Loved You… But I Lied, tells fans on social media he is recovering from "immediate surgery" after being diagnosed with a brain tumour. ⌘ Read more
Far North Queensland farmers say their transport costs have skyrocketed due to flood damage closing the Palmerston Highway and, while some are trying to absorb the costs, they warn it is not sustainable in the long term. ⌘ Read more
A relative's fatal drug overdose sparked a second chance at life for Josh Calliss, who now shares his story in group therapy to help others beat addiction. ⌘ Read more
Four years after the building's basement was found riddled with cracks, worn out owner-occupiers are offered a solution to settle debt and mortgages. ⌘ Read more
Media being allowed to report on a powerful person facing criminal charges, could be argued, is textbook public interest journalism — so, why were reporters locked out of court when a Supreme Court judge appeared? ⌘ Read more
From playing games in the scorching summers of WA's Pilbara to representing Australia, Josh Vernon's cricket career is only just beginning. ⌘ Read more
Joe Biden accuses Republican Donald Trump, his likely 2024 election opponent, of instigating the January 6, 2021, attacks and plotting revenge on those seeking to punish him. ⌘ Read more
A cane toad is spotted outside a Broome resort — the third local sighting in recent months — prompting fears more will arrive in the region soon. ⌘ Read more
At the peak of his career, the former rugby league hard-man was "oblivious" to the trauma he carried from his past — and he believes many other athletes are in the same boat. ⌘ Read more
Australia is hunting quick wickets to ensure it chases a small target on a trying pitch to win the SCG Test on day four. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Pat Cummins's squad is again the number one team in Test cricket, while four Australian players are in the running for the respective men's and women's ICC Cricketer of the Year awards. ⌘ Read more
Different age groups, different genders, different nationalities; but once everyone is in the boat, they become "part of the team" — and that aspect is a big part of this club's ongoing success. ⌘ Read more
A filing by New York Attorney-General Letitia James says the former US president's "myriad deceptive schemes" to "inflate asset values and conceal facts were so outrageous that they belie innocent explanation". ⌘ Read more
Melbourne Stars wicketkeeper Sam Harper spends the night in hospital after being struck on the head by a ball during a training session. ⌘ Read more
Having undergone hip surgery last year, Rafael Nadal admits he is "a little bit more scared than usual" after needing treatment during his shock loss to Australian Jordan Thompson at the Brisbane International. ⌘ Read more
An unlikely friendship between an ecologist, and a landowner wanting to subdivide, proves to be the best chance of preserving a population of glossy black cockatoos in northern NSW. ⌘ Read more
As Chinese dialects around the world are threatened, some Australians are finding a safe haven for the language in their new home. ⌘ Read more
More cocaine has washed on beaches between Sydney and Newcastle, with a large haul drifting into Botany this week, which has taken the total found over the past two weeks to 170 kilograms. ⌘ Read more
A suspected Russian ransomware hack on Victoria's court systems was the first major reported cyber attack on Australia's justice system — but a look overseas shows courts are popular targets for criminals. ⌘ Read more
US-born actor and singer David Soul, a 1970s icon for his role as Detective Kenneth "Hutch" Hutchinson in the classic TV crime series Starsky & Hutch, has died aged 80. ⌘ Read more
The desperation and despair of flood victims has been laid bare by submissions to a federal inquiry into the insurance industry's response to the 2022 floods, which resulted in claims worth a total $7.4 billion being lodged. ⌘ Read more
A renovator's dream, which during the 90s was known as "a bit of a party house", has helped a young couple get into Townsville's property market. But properties like theirs are becoming harder to find. ⌘ Read more
At the southern-most tip of the mainland, Corner Inlet fishermen have turned their gentle fishing practices into law to safeguard the bay and the livelihoods of future generations. ⌘ Read more