Australian Open organisers have tried plenty of changes in a bid to reduce the number of long matches at Melbourne Park, but as Cody Atkinson and Sean Lawson explain, they are losing the battle. ⌘ Read more
Australian Open organisers have tried plenty of changes in a bid to reduce the number of long matches at Melbourne Park, but as Cody Atkinson and Sean Lawson explain, they are losing the battle. ⌘ Read more
Justice Gregory Geason has been charged with criminal offences in New South Wales, in addition to two earlier charges in Tasmania, which he has pleaded not guilty to. The NSW charges are in relation to allegations he breached an apprehended domestic violence order on three dates. ⌘ Read more
Kylie Minogue could be among the record-breakers that feature in triple j's Hottest 100 countdown on Saturday, as we take stock of those artists who've broken them in the past, and those who might be about to. ⌘ Read more
All new light vehicle models introduced in Australia will need to meet the Euro 6d standards from December next year. But some in the agricultural community say they are not realistic for farm utes. ⌘ Read more
Across the Western world, governments are trying to rein in China's ascendancy in green tech manufacturing. But a respected global forecaster has offered a sobering assessment. ⌘ Read more
Former SA premier Steven Marshall broke a painful 20-year election drought for the Liberals. But his government was ousted after a term, following controversies and a tough health focused election campaign from Labor. ⌘ Read more
The relics of the pandemic are slowly fading but four years on, it still haunts the collective consciousness. ⌘ Read more
Nikki Haley proved no real threat to Donald Trump in the New Hampshire primary, but her strategy highlighted some of his vulnerabilities before his likely rematch with Joe Biden, writes North America correspondent Carrington Clarke. ⌘ Read more
Dairy cows are one of the animals most susceptible to heat stress, which can result in reduced milk production and fertility. As temperatures soar, farmers look to keep their cows cool. ⌘ Read more
The early indications are that he Gabba Test of 2024 will not be a classic, but in 1960, on the occasion of the West Indies's second ever visit to the Queensland capital, the two sides played out one of just two ever Test ties. ⌘ Read more
As a minor party in New Zealand's governing coalition pushes ahead with a plan to draft a controversial bill on the country's founding documents, Māori leaders have issued a warning. ⌘ Read more
After two years of floods inundating the east coast of Australia, thousands of customers are still waiting for their claims to be finalised. ⌘ Read more
The only pharmaceutical company in Australia which supplies the critical ADHD drug Vyvanse is in the grips of a global shortage, plunging some Australians into fear and uncertainty. ⌘ Read more
The current heatwave is set to break temperature records in parts of NSW from today, with the far west expected to bear the brunt of the heat. ⌘ Read more
Brett Mifsud has travelled to Tasmania for more than 30 years to find and measure the state's largest trees. He fears increasingly frequent and intense fires mean this could be the last generation of giants. ⌘ Read more
The Brisbane Heat have beaten the Sydney Sixers by 54 runs in the Big Bash League final at the SCG to claim their first men's title in 11 years. ⌘ Read more
The government will halve the stage 3 tax cuts for the highest earners and use the money to deliver an $804 tax cut across the board. ⌘ Read more
A Russian Ilyushin Il-76 military transport plane has crashed in Russia's Belgorod region, state news agency RIA quoted the defence ministry as saying. ⌘ Read more
Ray Yeeda appeared before the WA District Court on Wednesday after he was found guilty of rape at trial. ⌘ Read more
Christopher Ralls was driving a ute along a Gippsland road when he fatally struck 55-year-old Russell Evans, who had stepped out of his car to help his son change a flat tyre. ⌘ Read more
A deadly building fire in Johannesburg that killed 76 last year was started by a man trying to dispose of the body of someone he had strangled on the orders of a drug dealer. ⌘ Read more
The 624,100 population increase over the past 12 months is equivalent to adding more than the population of Tasmania in just one year. ⌘ Read more
Dylan Lloyd faces the Adelaide Magistrates Court charged with indecently assaulting a woman in Adelaide’s south in July, after being re-arrested earlier on Wednesday. ⌘ Read more
After advancing to the semifinals as a qualifier, Dayana Yastremska pays tribute to her mother, who has accompanied her daughter on her inspiring run at Melbourne Park. ⌘ Read more
A former WA Department of Child Protection (DCP) district director is jailed for sexually abusing two children over a period of eight years. WARNING: The following story contains details that may distress some readers. ⌘ Read more
Cape Tribulation is a major international tourist destination in the heart of the Daintree but a major landslip last month has rendered it largely inaccessible. Businesses there now fear permanent closure. ⌘ Read more
How does a clarinettist who was a national Lego champion as a boy, a conscientious objector to the Vietnam War, whose first wife was a famous author and comedian and second, the daughter of an Australian prime minister, end up widely known as a media executive? ⌘ Read more
If the Upper Calliope Solar Farm in central Queensland is approved, mining giant Rio Tinto will use the electricity generated to power its operations in Gladstone. But some locals want more detail about the project. ⌘ Read more
Inside a watch house in Cairns, children as young as 10 are locked into cells designed for adults, sometimes four at a time with their mattresses on the floor. ⌘ Read more
The government, in an election promise backflip, will overhaul stage 3 tax cuts, leaving most Australians with extra cash in their pocket when the measures take effect in July. ⌘ Read more
NSW government to review recommendations to ensure safety of vulnerable women and children ⌘ Read more
Police say three people have died after getting into difficulty in the water at a beach south-east of Melbourne this afternoon. ⌘ Read more
From tackling a child during soccer training in Tasmania to pausing the re-opening of the international border when COVID-19 was running rampant around the world, here are some of Scott Morrison's most memorable moments. ⌘ Read more
Matt Ebden says he was left "a little bit" frustrated and surprised after his Australian Open doubles match was halted due to issues with the court surface at Melbourne Park. ⌘ Read more
Police allege the accused was driving in a dangerous and negligent manner when the crash occurred near Shellharbour. Alice Roy, 23, who died in the incident, was working and travelling in Australia. ⌘ Read more
It may seem abundantly clear grocery prices are going up as you unload your trolley, but determining supermarket price-gouging is more complicated than it might seem. ⌘ Read more
Heavy rainfall is predicted for much of Queensland as the possible Cyclone Kirrily slowly moves towards the coast. For graziers inland, it could offer a reprieve from extreme heat and dry conditions. ⌘ Read more
The owner of Kalgoorlie's Super Pit gold mine is feeding additional power into the grid as Western Power continues to repair a 220-kilovolt transmission line damaged in last week's storms and local generator suppliers do their best to accommodate unprecedented demand. ⌘ Read more
The ACT government's $16,000 fresh lick of paint sees the much-loved Braddon mural updated for the first time since it was added seven years ago. ⌘ Read more
An 84-year-old man who tried to intervene in an incident on a Perth bus has spoken about the injuries he sustained after the alleged attacker turned on him. ⌘ Read more
COVID-19 has continued to rip through Australia's Test side with Cameron Green and Andrew McDonald both testing positive ahead of the Gabba Test. ⌘ Read more
The internet is fuming that Margot Robbie and Greta Gerwig were passed over for best actress and best director nominations for the 2024 Academy Awards. So how did we get here? ⌘ Read more
Heavy rain has flooded parts of WA, leaving remote communities isolated and major roads cut. ⌘ Read more
Researchers say they have confirmed a theory that a flesh-eating bacteria that affected hundreds of Australians last year is being spread from infected possums to humans by mosquito bites. ⌘ Read more
More than four million people attempted to buy tickets for Taylor Swift's Australian concerts but experts warn resale tickets are causing a "cruel summer" for fans who fall victim to a scam surge. ⌘ Read more
Hany Barsoum says he feared for the safety of his staff during the exchange, which he believes "could have been really bad". Meanwhile, police have made courtroom arrest of a man associated with those involved in the incident over an unrelated matter. ⌘ Read more
Donald Trump won the New Hampshire primary just moments after polls closed. But a defiant speech from his rival left the former US president visibly frustrated. ⌘ Read more
Rural communities worried that the high cost-of-living will damage attendance numbers at their local shows are innovating to find new ways to attract wider audiences to the events. ⌘ Read more
Victoria Police says the human bones were uncovered by workers who were digging a hole for a retaining wall. ⌘ Read more
As Australia grapples with housing affordability, New South Wales is at the forefront of another crisis sweeping new builds. The problems within the industry have led to an explosion of work for NSW Building Commissioner David Chandler since his appointment in 2019. ⌘ Read more
The "tax cuts" were part of a plan set in motion by the previous Coalition government. If they go ahead, they'll mean people earning $45,001 would be taxed at the same rate as people earning $200,000. ⌘ Read more
The 24-year-old man allegedly assaulted a motorist with a scooter, before assaulting two officers during his arrest in Adelaide's south. ⌘ Read more
Councils are citing low participation and consultation with First Nations communities as reasons for moving Australia Day ceremonies away from January 26. ⌘ Read more
A 21-year-old man from a prominent winemaking family in South Australia's south-east faces court for the first time accused of two counts of death by dangerous driving. ⌘ Read more
Madrid has snatched the hosting rights for Formula 1's Spanish Grand Prix away from Barcelona, signalling an uncertain future for the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya in F1. ⌘ Read more
Diamonds assistant coach Nicole Richardson is focused on the team's performance at the Nations Cup, but the ghost of her defunct Collingwood netball side has again reared its head, after a 'tone-deaf' video from the AFL club drew criticism for failing to admit its new HQ upgrade covered the old netball court. ⌘ Read more
Vinnies stores across Queensland have been swamped with unsellable donations, which the charity says are causing "chaos" for busy volunteers. ⌘ Read more
The Tamworth Country Music Festival attracts some of the genre's biggest stars from around the world, but veteran and aspiring talents alike can still be found honing their craft on the streets. ⌘ Read more
Australian doubles star Matt Ebden kicks off the action on day 11 of the Australian Open with a quarterfinal clash on Court 3.. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
The RSPCA says more than half of the members of a committee into the future of duck hunting attended a hunting lobby group dinner while they were still hearing evidence. ⌘ Read more
Director-writer Justine Triet discusses the slipperiness of truth in her Palme D'Or-winning courtroom drama, Anatomy of a Fall. ⌘ Read more
It comes after 17 positive samples were also returned from the area around Rozelle Parklands this month. ⌘ Read more
Nick Kyrgios admits ongoing injury problems mean his time in tennis may be over, says he is considering life after playing and sends a message to the AOC about the Paris Olympics. ⌘ Read more
From sandbags to generators, this is what you need to know ahead of a tropical cyclone forecast to make landfall in north Queensland between Cardwell and Bowen. ⌘ Read more
The United States and the United Kingdom have joined Australia in sanctioning Russian man Aleksandr Ermakov over what they say is his role in the Medibank Private data breach. ⌘ Read more
Turkish legislators endorse Sweden's membership in NATO, lifting a major hurdle on the previously non-aligned country's entry into the military alliance. ⌘ Read more
A historic gold mining town that usually has a population of 20 is teeming with tourists and movie production staff as filming starts on action thriller Ice Road 2: Road to the Sky. ⌘ Read more
The former News Limited CEO will replace Ita Buttrose. ⌘ Read more
A doctor warns the collapse of the healthcare system he has been trying to save in rural Queensland is happening now, as calls grow for an urgent fix to staff shortages. ⌘ Read more
Mahmoud Abbas was shot outside of his Greenacre home last July, and the identity of the gunman remains unknown. ⌘ Read more
As a movement to swim in our urban waterways grows, these experts say there's increasing need for awareness of water safety and how to respect our natural environment. ⌘ Read more
The Australian share market is expected to open a little higher this morning following US markets, while the government has been discussing possible changes to stage 3 tax cuts. Follow the day's events and insights as they happen with our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. ⌘ Read more
After a spell of relative calm, the streets of Wadeye — the largest Aboriginal community in the Northern Territory – have once again erupted with violence. ⌘ Read more
The system is expected to make landfall between Cardwell and Bowen, and its impacts are likely to be felt on the coast and islands by tonight. ⌘ Read more
Two all-Australian mixed doubles duos are into the semifinals of the Australian Open, as American star Coco Gauff goes into why she eats fruit salad. Here are five quick hits from day 10 at Melbourne Park. ⌘ Read more
While some lucky people claim to have never had COVID, many are facing their second, third or even fourth infection, often despite having been vaccinated. So, how long does immunity last after a previous infection or vaccination? ⌘ Read more
The threat of crocodile attacks in the Kimberley is being used by Australian Border Force to deter illegal fishers from Indonesia, with reports that three men have been killed by the reptiles since September. ⌘ Read more
The scheduling of Australian Open matches sparks further debate after the men's quarterfinal between Jannik Sinner and Andrey Rublev ends in another early-morning finish. ⌘ Read more
South Australia's Chief Psychiatrist restricts James Nash House from admitting some patients to its Birdwood Ward over concerns that the facility "looks and feels like a prison". ⌘ Read more
Victoria quietly signed an agreement with Israel's defence ministry a year ago, deepening the state's ties with an increasingly controversial partner. ⌘ Read more
Voters in the Sydney seat of Cook will head back to the polls this year after former prime minister Scott Morrison announced his plan to leave politics as several names enter the race to take his place. ⌘ Read more
As Labor MPs gather for a meeting in Canberra today, speculation swirls that a policy announcement is imminent. ⌘ Read more
As flooding threatens parts of northern Australia and the eastern seaboard, medical experts have issued another warning — a potential spike in mosquito-borne diseases. ⌘ Read more
Emails seen by the ABC show the prime minister's department was notified about a sonar incident with China's navy days before Anthony Albanese met with President Xi Jinping. ⌘ Read more
Los Angeles and other US cities have embraced lighter-coloured "cool roads" in response to climate change and heatwaves. So why isn't Australia doing the same? ⌘ Read more
Now is a particularly good time to announce measures to address the cost of living crisis. We need them because things are a lot worse than the official index suggests, writes Peter Martin. ⌘ Read more
Margot Robbie has missed out on an Oscar nomination for Barbie while Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer picked up 13 nods. Here's the full list. ⌘ Read more
Russian missiles target Ukraine's two biggest cities, damaging apartment buildings and killing at least five people. ⌘ Read more
Having already qualified for the Asian Cup round of 16, the Socceroos will look to cement top spot in Group B with a final match against Uzbekistan in Qatar. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Brad Gilbert's famous book may have gone unread, but his pupil Coco Gauff knows what he is talking about after grinding out a three-set victory to reach the Australian Open semifinals. ⌘ Read more
The disclosure of information resulted in a number of outlets, including the Australian, the ABC and the NT Independent, publishing articles containing information that had not yet been made public. ⌘ Read more
The ABC board passes a unanimous vote of confidence in the broadcaster's managing director David Anderson after union members called on Mr Anderson to take immediate action to win back the confidence of staff. ⌘ Read more
Cris Large will spend at least one year in jail for failing to ensure his company operated safely before a crash that killed four police officers on Melbourne's Eastern Freeway. ⌘ Read more
Because genetic testing found Meg Hermann had an increased risk of breast cancer, life insurers can legally use that information to discriminate against her. ⌘ Read more
Optus reveals more than 2,500 people tried and failed to call triple-0 from their mobiles during last November's network outage, after previously telling a Senate inquiry just 228 people were affected. ⌘ Read more
Former prison guard Liana Braithwaite has been sentenced to 80 hours of community service for engaging in intimate relations on multiple times with a high-ranking member of the Nomads outlaw motorcycle gang in her care. ⌘ Read more
Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari said the blast caused two double-storey buildings to collapse on the soldiers. It is believed to be the deadliest incident involving IDF forces since the Israel-Gaza war began. ⌘ Read more
Ahead of Labor's cost-of-living caucus, the crosshairs have again settled on the stage three tax cuts that are months away from handing more than $20 billion a year from the government back to (mainly) higher income earners. ⌘ Read more
After being on court for more than three hours, Coco Gauff reaches the last four at Melbourne Park, needing a gritty three-set win over unseeded Marta Kostyuk to advance. ⌘ Read more
The former prime minister Scott Morrison was not shy in his dealings with foreign leaders, adversaries or the press gallery. But he has ended his political career quietly, with a simple post on Facebook. ⌘ Read more