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'Not at risk of failure': Building commissioner seeks to reassure community over building collapse fears
NSW Building commissioner David Chandler says while there was a "set of circumstances that need to be fixed" at the Macquarie Park development, "there is absolutely no threat to collapse". ⌘ Read more
Why this country town is backing January 26 for a joint Australia Day, Indigenous celebration
As the annual debate rages on, Ballardong traditional owners in WA's Wheatbelt will use January 26 to launch a three-day festival celebrating community and culture in collaboration with the local council. ⌘ Read more
Workers to be repaid $4m, taxpayers to lose $12m after labour-hire firm saved from collapse
Major PALM scheme employer Plantgrowpick is trading again after entering voluntary administration last year. The company has vowed to make good on its debts to workers, but concerns about its ongoing viability have been raised. ⌘ Read more
'There's an absence of courage': Djokovic hits out at Aus Open crowd as Kyrgios offers to 'sort out' heckler
Nick Kyrgios offers to "climb into the crowd" to sort out a heckler, as Novak Djokovic bemoans a difficult atmosphere at the Australian Open. ⌘ Read more
'I'm not playing': Court documents reveal alleged terrorist Donald Day's threats against FBI agents
A US man, allegedly linked to the Wieambilla shooting in Queensland, is facing fresh charges over illegal gun possession and violent threats against FBI agents. ⌘ Read more
Remote Kimberley community criticises communication over potentially-deadly water contamination
The chair of the Ngumpan Aboriginal Community says Western Australia's Water Corporation failed to effectively notify locals after E. coli and thermophilic naegleria were detected in its water supply. ⌘ Read more
'I found PFAS in all except one': Toxic chemicals found little penguins colonies around Tasmania
Researchers say they have found dangerous chemicals in little penguin habitat and populations around Tasmania. ⌘ Read more
NBA coach Dejan Milojević dies aged 46, following heart attack
The Golden State Warriors say they are "absolutely devastated" by their assistant coach's sudden passing. ⌘ Read more
Why big crocodiles are on the move in Queensland
A spike in sightings of large crocodiles in Central Queensland waterways and on beaches can be linked to a "fear factor" driving them out of their usual territory, experts believe. ⌘ Read more
Live: Shares drop as interest rate bets are slashed, ASX set to follow
Economic data out of the US, along with comments from the head of Europe's central bank, have seen traders slash rate cut expectations and sell out of shares. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. ⌘ Read more
The ABC applied for documents under FOI. The department didn't respond for 17 months
The NT's Information Commissioner says sluggish responses to FOI requests are "very concerning", after the chief minister's office took almost a year and a half to process some applications. ⌘ Read more
Judge in New York civil trial threatens to expel Donald Trump from courtroom
Judge Lewis Kaplan tells Donald Trump his right to be present at the trial may be revoked after the former US president ignores a warning to keep quiet while writer E Jean Carroll testifies how he shattered her reputation when she accused him of sexual abuse. ⌘ Read more
A landmark lawsuit is seeking to determine if Roundup causes cancer, but can we live without it?**
It's the weedkiller that transformed agriculture, paving the way for farming that is gentler on the land, but now an Australian court is set to determine if glyphosate can cause cancer. ⌘ Read more
Twelve community batteries are being installed across Queensland. Will the average household get the benefit?**
The battery network harvests solar energy collected by rooftop panels during the day, and allows homes in the network to use the power at night. ⌘ Read more
Five quick hits — Australian fans praised for 'special' atmosphere and local hopes push seeded favourites
Ben Shelton was a big fan of the Australian Open crowd who were cheering against him, while tournament heavyweights were given a shock. Here are five quick hits from day four at Melbourne Park. ⌘ Read more
Wet weather creates perfect storm for mozzie breeding and health experts are worried
With so much rain falling across Queensland, experts are noticing a rise in mosquito populations, prompting concerns that Ross River virus cases in Queensland could be about to spike. ⌘ Read more
Two teenagers charged with murder following death of Melbourne doctor Ash Gordon
Two 16-year-old boys have been arrested and charged over the aggravated burglary and murder of Box Hill doctor Ash Gordon. ⌘ Read more
Australia thought it could cut road deaths to zero by 2050. What's gone so wrong?**
Australia has committed to an ambitious target of zero road deaths by 2050, but if the current trend continues, that's near impossible. So what's going wrong? ⌘ Read more
Companies could be held liable for 'greenwashing' emissions figures under a new proposal
Company directors could face legal action if they fail to produce credible emissions forecasts, under draft laws proposed by the federal government. ⌘ Read more
What's in store for Australia's weather for the rest of summer?**
The Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting warmer-than-average temperatures for much of the country in February, with wetter-than-normal conditions currently underway in central and eastern Australia expected to continue for the rest of January. ⌘ Read more
Tim's father was ramped at hospital with sepsis. He survived, but 136 others have died after waiting
Over the past five years, 136 people died in Tasmanian hospitals in the 24 hours after being "ramped", a parliamentary inquiry has been told. But the Health Department warns against drawing conclusions. ⌘ Read more
From uniforms to excursions, 'it all adds up' — and these families are feeling the schooling squeeze
More parents than ever are turning to charities for assistance to help afford school basics, from the right uniforms and shoes, to extensive textbook and stationery lists. ⌘ Read more
Japan's chance to become the fifth nation to land on the Moon rides on SLIM's success
Japan is planning to land a car-sized spacecraft on the Moon later this week. If SLIM succeeds, it will make history and pave the way for building landers that can explore the Solar System's  planets and moons. ⌘ Read more
Former LNP lord mayor called in by Queensland Labor government to scrutinise 2032 Olympics plans
Former Brisbane lord mayor Graham Quirk has been tasked by newly installed Queensland Premier Steven Miles to review the 2032 Games master plan, including the controversial $2.7 billion Gabba rebuild. ⌘ Read more
Debris left behind in NSW forest after logging operation sparks bushfire fears
Residents near the Ourimbah State Forest have aired concerns over debris left behind by loggers, with experts claiming the remains are a threat to homes and lives. ⌘ Read more
Princess of Wales recovering in hospital after surgery
The Princess of Wales is facing up to two weeks in hospital after undergoing successful abdominal surgery, Kensington Palace announces on Wednesday. ⌘ Read more
China's population falls for second straight year as births drop despite end of one-child policy
Demographers said the rise was also driven by the aging of the population and the widespread COVID-19 outbreaks that started in December 2022. ⌘ Read more
Kenyan cult leader to face murder charges over child starvation deaths
Authorities say Paul Mackenzie, the head of the Good News International Church, ordered his followers to starve themselves and their children to death so that they could go to heaven before the world ended. ⌘ Read more
The simple message that inspired Storm Hunter to achieve a career milestone at the Australian Open
Admitting she felt a "bit flat" ahead of the third and final set against Laura Siegmund, Hunter reveals how she lifted herself off the canvas to reach the third round at Melbourne Park. ⌘ Read more
Second measles case this week confirmed after seven-month-old contracts the infectious disease
The infant recently returned from an overseas trip to the Middle East, where there has been an outbreak. ⌘ Read more
'Taken too soon': Olympic cyclist Melissa Hoskins farewelled by family and friends
Mourners have paid tribute to Perth Olympic cyclist Melissa Hoskins who died after she was struck by a car allegedly driven by her husband on December 30. ⌘ Read more
As Smith seeks to prolong his career as an opener, he is blown away by raw, untapped youth
Steve Smith's maiden voyage as a Test opener was meant to be the headline act, but with just one ball a young man named Shamar Joseph stole the show — and gave his team much-needed hope for the future. ⌘ Read more
'The risk is never zero': Despite tragedy, Indonesia's ring of fire still brings in the tourists
As one of the most volcanically active regions on earth, Indonesia's mountains attract thousands of visitors each year. But the deaths of 24 hikers last month has prompted experts to renew warnings about the dangers of extreme tourism. ⌘ Read more
Five quick hits — An unusual decision at the toss and another crucial drop on day one at Adelaide Oval
Australia makes an unusual choice after winning the toss, and the West Indies gave Usman Khawaja a life. Here's the five quick hits from day one of the first Test at Adelaide Oval. ⌘ Read more
Homeless flood victims in remote Queensland community to be given caravans during rebuild
Homes and buildings in Degarra were coated in waist-deep mud after last month's floods. The Queensland government has promised to give residents somewhere to stay temporarily. ⌘ Read more
De Minaur warns he's 'got a lot more to show' as Australian Open campaign rolls on
Despite labelling himself as his own harshest critic, Alex de Minaur is content he hasn't needed to play "perfect tennis" so far at the Australian Open after reaching the third round. ⌘ Read more
Apartment tower development 'at threat of collapse' after 'serious defects' found in concrete
The Lachlan's Line precinct was completed in 2019, consisting of four buildings containing a total of 900 apartments, with a retail village on the ground floor. ⌘ Read more
Beijing points finger at Japan over sonar attack on Australian warship HMAS Toowoomba
China denies one of its warships fired sonar blasts that injured Australian navy divers last year, while claiming a Japanese warship may have been responsible. ⌘ Read more
You can't call it tequila, but Australian agave could soon be in your margarita
The success of the country's first commercial-scale agave farm could mean big things for an emerging Australian alcohol industry. ⌘ Read more
Truck drivers plead with caravanners to stay away from truck rest stops
Truck drivers are warning caravanners not to park in their rest stops because of the potentially devastating consequences of missing a fatigue break. ⌘ Read more
Concerns more freshwater pools may harbour brain-eating amoebas as temperatures rise
Naegleria fowleri, which can cause a deadly infection of the brain, has been detected in two popular swimming spots in Western Australia's South West. ⌘ Read more
Queensland domestic violence homicide rate rises 50 pc in one year
About a third of the alleged killers had a domestic violence order against them — or had contact with police in the 12 months before the deaths. ⌘ Read more
Mystery deepens as bull spotted alongside cow that has been living on island for two years
A NSW fisherman who has been taking care of the cow says it now has a bovine companion, but both seem set to stay put until their origins can be established. ⌘ Read more
Pilots made mid-air change to manoeuvre in lead-up to fatal crash in Melbourne bay, report says
The final moments of a fatal plane crash that killed two people in Melbourne's Port Phillip Bay last year have been revealed in a preliminary ATSB report into the incident. ⌘ Read more
Family still living in home without roof three weeks after Christmas storms
Gold Coast father Andrew Price has developed shingles and is unable to sleep as he struggles to cope with the stress of the natural disaster. ⌘ Read more
Italian tourist faces court over campervan crash that claimed lives of elderly couple and daughter
The 28-year-old is accused of causing a horrific road crash in South Australia's Mid North in October that claimed the lives of three people, including one who died in hospital a week after the collision. ⌘ Read more
Police charge two men with murder months after fatal shooting in Rockhampton
The men will face court over the alleged murder of Rockhampton local Anuisha Bone, who was fatally shot in November. ⌘ Read more
Gwen Stefani reunites with No Doubt for first shows in almost a decade at Coachella
No Doubt, led by Gwen Stefani, were one of the biggest rock acts of the 90s and 2000s. The band's reformation was a surprise announcement as part of the Coachella 2024 line-up. ⌘ Read more
Man accused of sending 17 million scam texts in a week also allegedly had passport and licence details
It will be alleged the 39-year-old sent messages purporting to be from companies, including Australia Post and Linkt. ⌘ Read more
Man behind unprovoked backpacker knife attack found not guilty of attempted murder on insanity grounds
Liaqat Ali Zahidi will remain in custody after being found not guilty of attempting to murder a man at a East Perth hostel, with the Supreme Court hearing the 30-year-old was of unsound mind at the time. ⌘ Read more
ACU reveals $3.6m underpayment of casual staff, denies wage theft
The Australian Catholic University reveals it underpaid approximately 1,100 casual staff over a seven-year period. ⌘ Read more
Suspect in Long Island's Gilgo Beach serial killings is charged with the death of a fourth woman
A New York architect charged in a string of slayings known as the Gilgo Beach killings has been accused of the death of a fourth woman. ⌘ Read more
For 24 years, Josef Fritzl kept his daughter imprisoned in a secret cellar. Now his lawyer says he should be released
A lawyers for the 88-year-old, currently serving a life sentence, say he can no longer walk unassisted and no longer poses any danger. ⌘ Read more
Russian 16yo thrashes Wimbledon finalist in massive Australian Open shock
Teenager Mirra Andreeva puts the Australian Open on notice with a convincing defeat of world number six Ons Jabeur, who could only win two games against her younger opponent. ⌘ Read more
One of Australia's most promising tennis juniors steps up to the majors
This week Taylah Preston made her grand slam debut after being awarded a wildcard for the Australian Open — and it's just the beginning of big things for the Perth teenager. ⌘ Read more
Jobs cuts at Ravensthorpe nickel mine in WA bring sense of deja vu to nearby residents
Hopetoun locals brace for the impact of another wave of job losses, as First Quantum Minerals suspends activities at its Ravensthorpe nickel operation on the state's south coast. ⌘ Read more
Donald Trump back in court for second defamation trial after Iowa victory
Writer E Jean Carroll is seeking at least $US10 million in damages in a civil case that will put sexual assault allegations against Donald Trump back in the headlines. ⌘ Read more
Cold case investigation into suspected murder of three teenagers leads to abduction charges
A cold case investigation has resulted in a 62-year-old man being charged over the unrelated alleged abduction of a teenage girl in the Lake Macquarie region of New South Wales in the 1980s. ⌘ Read more
Telco fined $260k after SIM-swapping scam leads customers to lose thousands
Authorities say nine customers had their SIM cards illegally swapped without them knowing, and five of them together lost more than $160,000. ⌘ Read more
North Korea will no longer pursue reconciliation with South because of hostility, Kim Jong Un says
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un says his country will no longer pursue reconciliation with South Korea, calling for rewriting the North’s constitution to eliminate the idea of shared statehood between the war-divided countries, according to state media. ⌘ Read more
Have you had your bank account hacked in the recent 'credit card stuffing scam'? Tell us your story
Thousands of Australians with online accounts to local fashion, fast food and entertainment businesses have been targeted in the latest wave of credit card scams. If you have fallen victim to the scam, we'd like to hear from you. ⌘ Read more
900 British postal workers were wrongly convicted due to an IT error. Now those responsible are facing the consequences
Some British Postal Service workers were jailed, others ostracised and some took their own lives over theft convictions prompted by faulty software. ⌘ Read more
'World class' Olympic cyclist Melissa Hoskins to be laid to rest at private ceremony in hometown
Olympic cyclist Melissa Hoskins will be laid to rest at a private ceremony in Perth as today's Tour Down Under starts with a minute silence. ⌘ Read more
Jack jumper ants are a risk to human safety. But an entomologist says their nests can be removed safely
Jack jumpers are a fact of life in many south-eastern Australian backyards, and a sting is almost inevitable for anyone who goes outdoors. But you don't have to live with them. ⌘ Read more
Former Catholic Bishop released without charge after child abuse detectives raid Broome home
A former Catholic bishop from Western Australia's north has been released without charge after speaking with detectives investigating historic child sex abuse claims. ⌘ Read more
'No light at the end of the tunnel': Tomljanović reveals depths of despair during injury comeback
After having knee surgery early last year, Ajla Tomljanović had doubts about whether she would return to professional tennis, which made her Australian Open first-round win even more significant. ⌘ Read more
Hunter Valley bus driver formally charged with manslaughter over wedding crash
Brett Andrew Button is facing dozens of charges over a crash that killed 10 wedding guests has been formally charged with 10 counts of manslaughter. ⌘ Read more
US hits more Houthi targets in Yemen as rebels strike Greek cargo ship in Red Sea
The US hit Houthi anti-ship ballistic missiles in its latest strikes against the group's targets in Yemen, after the rebels continued attacks in global shipping lanes. ⌘ Read more
Live: Alex de Minaur in action early as rain arrives at Australian Open
Australia's number one is slated to play second on Rod Laver Arena, likely with the roof closed as rain falls on Melbourne Park. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
This priest lived a secret life that helped the IRA 'reap carnage'
An Irish Catholic priest played an important — but largely secret — role in the conflict over Northern Ireland. ⌘ Read more
Within 36 hours of a toothache, Ollie was having his first treatment for a rare and aggressive form of cancer
Ollie Miles should be preparing to head back to school next week. Instead, the aspiring Australian Rules football player is tackling a rare and aggressive form of leukaemia. ⌘ Read more
Two Irish heart-throbs lead this tender queer romance — that is also a ghost story
All of Us Strangers, starring Andrew Scott (Fleabag) and Paul Mescal (Normal People), uses a supernatural story to illuminate the beauty of queer relationships. ⌘ Read more
Is a political stoush between Zempilas and Carey getting in the way of helping vulnerable women?**
The longer the Safe Night Space saga drags on, the longer some of the state's most vulnerable women will have one less safe place to shelter, writes state political reporter Keane Bourke. ⌘ Read more
Guinness World Records reviews evidence related to 'world's oldest dog' title
Bobi's Guinness World Records title as oldest dog ever is under review after veterinarians raise doubts. ⌘ Read more
Tattoos could reveal true identity of man killed by train in 1981
A fingerprint analysis in 2021 found the man's name was allegedly Osvaldo Perez, but this could also be an alias. ⌘ Read more
Experts say it is possible to mine safely, but this week another worker won't be returning home
Luke O'Brien is the 24th worker to lose his life in a Queensland mining accident in the past decade. Experts say while the industry is hazardous, it should be possible to mine without fatalities. ⌘ Read more
SA man's body found following two-day search in outback Queensland
The 25-year-old was reported missing on Sunday afternoon in the Durham area, near the South Australia border. ⌘ Read more
More than half of all Australians will experience menopause. How do you prepare? What can you expect?**
One in four people going through menopause will experience symptoms so severe it affects their quality of life. So why is there still a stigma? And what treatment options are available to those struggling? ⌘ Read more
Live: Australian shares set for rocky start
Australian shares may have a slower start, with selling on Wall Street overnight. Follow the day's events and insights as they happen with our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. ⌘ Read more
Top End builder appeals decision ordering he compensate owners of defect-riddled houses
Homeowners are set to face another wet season in houses found to be unsafe in cyclones, as their builder challenges a compensation order in the Northern Territory Supreme Court. ⌘ Read more
Gas sector demands clear consultation rules after Barossa court battle
Santos can now resume laying the pipeline for its Barossa project. But an energy analyst says the project, and others like it, could face further legal challenges without regulatory reform. ⌘ Read more
Australia cautions Israel over humanitarian concerns, announces $21.5m in support for Gaza
Foreign Minister Penny Wong says the funding will help provide emergency care and shelter in Gaza, while supporting refugee programs in Lebanon and Jordan. ⌘ Read more
The change in attitude that helped get Kokkinakis over the line in his Australian Open five-set thriller
Thanasi Kokkinakis reveals how he fought back from two sets to one down against Sebastian Ofner to keep his Australian Open tilt alive after enduring a poor build-up to the first major of the season. ⌘ Read more
'No immediate threat': High chance second cyclone in a month will form off Queensland coast
The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) says it's "keeping a close eye" on a potential tropical cyclone in the Coral Sea off Far North Queensland. ⌘ Read more
Number of family violence incidents attended by ACT police jumps by 20 per cent in 2023
While a police crackdown on dangerous driving had an impact, the ACT's crime statistics for last year reveal a concerning story, with reports of family violence continuing to increase behind closed doors. ⌘ Read more
In Iowa, Trump's slick, two-pronged strategy to get himself back in the White House was on full display
The former president's resounding victory, called while many Republicans in Iowa were still waiting to vote for their presidential pick, was widely expected. But it still sets up an extraordinary primary season, writes Jade Macmillan. ⌘ Read more
How enterprising residents turned their homes into Victor Harbor's grand guesthouses
Dinner gongs, corned beef and pyjama parties, this is how people used to holiday to escape Adelaide's oppressive summer heat. ⌘ Read more
Adelaide Oval turf curator on the 'passionate' pursuit to craft the perfect pitch
Sporting legends are made on the pitch, but the people behind the hallowed turf have as much enthusiasm as those playing. ⌘ Read more
Battery prices are tipped to fall 40 per cent. Here's what that means for cheaper EVs
A string of recent developments, from battery manufacturing to new engine efficiency rules, will affect the price you pay for a new car. ⌘ Read more
Two Tongan skulls held in a Sydney museum have been repatriated to their traditional owners
The remains of two Tongan males stored in the Australian Museum's collection in Sydney have been repatriated to their present-day descendants and laid to rest in a royal funeral service attended by hundreds. ⌘ Read more
How a pay dispute at Australia's ports could see prices rise, reigniting inflation
The current row between a Dubai-owned stevedore, DP World, and the Maritime Union of Australia could reignite inflation and cause the Reserve Bank to continue lifting interest rates, experts say. ⌘ Read more
Queensland government's $371m public transport smart ticketing rollout hit with delays
Translink confirms smart ticketing will now be trialled on buses this year, despite the state government previously suggesting it would be up and running by 2023. ⌘ Read more
Rockfall risk and design complications blow out cost of expanded Hobart highway
The Tasmanian government promised in 2018 to build a fifth lane on Hobart's Southern Outlet. Newly-released documents show there's been a cost blow-out "well in excess" of the $51 million budgeted for the project. ⌘ Read more
Mid-summer soaking continues as 'life threatening flash flooding' possible from Wednesday storms
Large parts of Australia are under a severe storm risk on Wednesday with likely severe storms in southern NSW and north-east Victoria. ⌘ Read more
Top greyhound trainer's lifetime ban overturned, with appeal board unable to rule out sabotage by animal activists
Tasmania's leading greyhound trainer wins his appeal against a lifetime ban, with an appeals board ruling it cannot be ruled out that a person "motivated" by "strongly held" beliefs planted a marsupial tail in order to discredit him. ⌘ Read more
America's election year has kicked off, but at home a different contest will frame 2024 for Albanese and Dutton
Will the by-election produce an average anti-government swing and see Labor retain Dunkley, or will we see larger swing that delivers victory to the Liberal Party? Either way, it's set to frame politics for the first half of 2024, writes Antony Green. ⌘ Read more
What's so special about ReTro the cloned rhesus monkey? Five quick questions answered
Scientists report cloning a monkey using a technique that most famously gave us Dolly the sheep in 1996. So what's new about this study, and what does it mean for humans? ⌘ Read more
'Free' public school education projected to cost parents more than $92,000 from prep to year 12
Parents are being squeezed by the cost of sending kids to school, whether their children are attending public or private, according to two new studies. ⌘ Read more
'I think about her a lot when I play cricket' — Ash Gardner's tribute to Indigenous hero after stellar year
Ashleigh Gardner has always been a special player. But from ruthless hard-hitter to a calculated bowler, the all-rounder has undergone an incredible transformation to find herself nominated for ICC Women's Cricketer of the Year. ⌘ Read more
While de Minaur is attracting the hype, another Aussie is determined to make an impact at the AO
It's not just Alex de Minaur flying the Australian flag in the men's draw at Melbourne Park, with Davis Cup teammate Max Purcell coming off a sensational 2023 season that saw him crack the top 50. ⌘ Read more