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Tim thought he had 'a little flu', four years later he can no longer hold down a job
Tim Stannard says he's had long COVID for four years and can no longer hold down a job. Experts say patients feel let down by the government's response to a parliamentary inquiry into long COVID, calling it a "missed opportunity". ⌘ Read more
This whopping sapphire was unearthed in Qld. Meet the gem hunters vying to find more
While the sapphire rush of the 1890s is long gone, these modern gem hunters are still eager to strike it lucky and enjoy the colourful lifestyle of Queensland's Gemfields. ⌘ Read more
From 'phantom brands' to 'dark stores': The tactics the supermarket giants use to build power and profits
Four Corners has spoken to insiders, experts, and the supermarket CEOs themselves to find out just how they operate. Here's what you need to know. ⌘ Read more
Will another housing price boom spark a negative gearing policy U-turn?**
When it comes to housing, we're witnessing a shortage of supply while demand is ramping up from a huge lift in population, fuelled by incredibly generous tax breaks. It doesn't bode well for affordability, writes Ian Verrender. ⌘ Read more
How the funnelling of high-powered weapons into PNG is making tribal violence deadlier
Papua New Guinea is reeling from a bloody massacre in the Highlands province of Enga, and the bloodshed suggests an armoury of automatic weapons funnelled through powerful community leaders is fuelling the violence. ⌘ Read more
Identifying the presence of asbestos in mulch relies on the human eye
Asbestos, it seems, is everywhere around Sydney at the moment. 7.30 went to industry insiders to find out why. The answer according to someone else who owns a similar business is a "major let-down in processes". ⌘ Read more
Could you tell these two gin brands apart? Coles owns the copyright to one of them
You might not have noticed, but Australia's biggest liquor retailers are now selling vast numbers of their own private label wine, beer and pre-mixes. It's leading to concerns about a further concentration of market power. ⌘ Read more
Taylor's $25,000 a night suite is a rare find as Sydney records zero hotel vacancy
Good luck getting a hotel in Sydney. Swift's Eras Tour has packed the Harbour City's hotels and driven up short-term rental costs as thousands descend on the city ahead of four concerts. ⌘ Read more
We are keeping track of what Tasmanians are being promised at their state election
Tasmanians head to the polls on March 23. We are keeping track of the major parties' election promises so voters can make an informed decision. ⌘ Read more
The insidious creep of US and Chinese technology has left a cold, hard reality for Australia
A vast technology gap that has eaten deeply into Australia's ability to determine its own path is now so vast, it has become impossible to bridge, writes Linton Besser. ⌘ Read more
‘I have no problems with it’: Labor MP welcomes drug, alcohol testing in parliament
Labor Senator Malarndirri McCarthy tells Q+A she would welcome drug and alcohol testing for parliamentarians in the wake of incidents involving Barnaby Joyce and Perin Davey. ⌘ Read more
Employers aren't hiring, but even fewer are firing as bosses look to hang onto the staff they have
Fewer employers plan to add staff compared with last year, but not many have plans for mass lay-offs either, leaving the jobs market in wait-and-see mode at the start of 2024. ⌘ Read more
Widow of Alexei Navalny blames Putin for husband's death
Yulia Navalnaya has accused the Russian president of killing her husband in a video she uploaded to social media. ⌘ Read more
$20 billion funding ‘hole’ in troubled Hunter warships, Labor claims
Labor reveals the cost of the massive Hunter-class frigate project has leapt from $45 billion to almost $65 billion, as it prepares to trim the program while unveiling other shipbuilding plans. ⌘ Read more
Russian forces claim control of coke plant in Avdiivka, resulting in biggest battlefield gain in nine months
The coke plant was claimed after Russian forces took over the Ukrainian city of Avdiivka on Sunday. ⌘ Read more
Israel vows to 'finish the job' in Gaza as war cabinet member threatens Ramadan deadline for Rafah
Israel is continuing to telegraph a ground offensive in Rafah, where more than half of Gaza's 2.3 million Palestinians have sought refuge since the beginning of the conflict. ⌘ Read more
Why the feeling of belonging is just as important as Taylor Swift's music
"It's a love story, baby just say yes." They're some of the lyrics to one of Taylor Swift's most famous songs and in Australia her fans are paying back the love in the most wholesome ways. ⌘ Read more
Kalgoorlie brothers jailed for nine years after holding 69yo man at gunpoint during home invasion
District Court hears James and Gregory Brockman were in the midst of a nine-day methamphetamine binge when they tied up the man, threatened him with a shotgun and stole more than $30,000 of his possessions. ⌘ Read more
Man guilty of murdering housemate whose body was found in bin at Adelaide dump
A man accused of fatally bashing his "frail" housemate and then putting his body in a wheelie bin that was later discovered at an Adelaide dump has been found guilty of murder. ⌘ Read more
RSPCA appeals for tougher laws after animals were found in 'horrific' conditions
Two women have been convicted of animal welfare offences after more than 100 animals were found "living in squalor" at a property in South Australia's Mid North. The RSPCA has appealed for the government to strengthen animal welfare laws. ⌘ Read more
Man drowns while swimming between flags at Queensland beach
The alarm was raised by the man's daughter when he failed to resurface at Mooloolaba Beach. Members of the public tried to revive him, but he died at the scene. ⌘ Read more
More than 20 people have been killed in the largest PNG Highlands 'massacre' in recent history. Here's what we know
Dozens of people have been killed in a clash between tribes in Papua New Guinea's Highlands that's been described as an "ambush". ⌘ Read more
Hundreds of apartments slated for historic Canberra public housing area
The ACT government wants to develop The Causeway and surrounding areas into a new "mixed-use" precinct. ⌘ Read more
Amid the rental squeeze, this community is 'thinking outside the square' for dwellings
The rental crisis is so dire in this South Australian town, a local real estate agent is asking the community to get creative to help add stock to the market. ⌘ Read more
How does Australia's boat turnbacks policy work, and has it changed?**
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has seized on the recent arrival to warn an "armada" is on its way and has accused the government of weakening Operation Sovereign Borders. But has it? ⌘ Read more
Economists say no more interest rates pain for borrowers this cycle, but stage 3 tax cuts muddy the timetable
Bank executives and economists expect the next move by the Reserve Bank will be a cut to the cash rate, rather than a hike. ⌘ Read more
Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce, Barbie win People's Choice Awards. Here are the key moments
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce win People's Choice Awards while Barbie gets the love it missed out on at the BAFTAs, Kylie Minogue performs and icons Adam Sandler and Lenny Kravitz give two vastly different speeches. ⌘ Read more
Green hydrogen supply chain 'not there yet' as $300 million coal alternative starts pumping out power
EnergyAustralia says meeting its green hydrogen target for a new gas power plant in NSW is becoming more challenging. ⌘ Read more
Putin has a history of wiping out his rivals. With Navalny gone, Evgenia fears her husband will be next
Evgenia Kara-Murza, the wife of jailed Russian opposition politician Vladimir Kara-Murza, has no doubts who was responsible for the death of Alexei Navalny. ⌘ Read more
Almost 50 jobs to go as milk giant Bega closes Tasmanian Betta factory
Tasmania's 70-year-old brand, Betta Milk will lose its Burnie factory and other northern centres as dairy giant Bega, which has owned the brand since December, concentrates operations. ⌘ Read more
It's taken more than 30 years but Australia's women's rugby union side gets a full time head coach
Rugby Australia acknowledges that the Wallaroos are some way behind nations like England, New Zealand and France, but by appointing former England international Jo Yapp as the side's first full-time head coach, they hope to narrow that gap. ⌘ Read more
BlueScope posts steady profit result while positioning for ongoing carbon transition challenges
The steelmaker continues to work on its "decarbonisation journey" while revealing plans to diversify the use of 1,200 hectares of land it owns in New South Wales, Victoria and New Zealand. ⌘ Read more
Perth swelters again as Kimberley braces for flooding in wake of Cyclone Lincoln
Western Australia is again enduring extreme weather, with a heatwave in the mid and south west continuing as the Kimberley braces for possible flooding. ⌘ Read more
Swiftmania hits Sydney as superstar arrives in the Harbour City
Fans brace storms to catch a glimpse of global superstar Taylor Swift, as her private jet lands at Sydney Airport. ⌘ Read more
WNBA legend rues missed opportunity as commentary on historic NBA All Star shootout labelled 'condescending'
An historic moment in NBA and women's sports history played out at NBA All-Star weekend, but the commentary left a sour taste in the mouths of many. ⌘ Read more
Albanese says asylum seeker boat arrival 'unfortunate' but rubbishes claims government to blame
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says Operation Sovereign Borders is working as intended and the arrival of a boat carrying asylum seekers on WA's shore is "unfortunate" but not a policy failure. ⌘ Read more
Woman accused of murdering elderly parents will dispute breach of bail charges, court hears
Raelene Polymiadis, who is accused of murdering her elderly parents by allegedly injecting them with her own insulin, indicates she will fight breach of bail charges against her. ⌘ Read more
Four people knocked unconscious by lightning strike outside Sydney's Botanic Gardens during heavy storm
The group were standing under a tree when the lightning struck. ⌘ Read more
Driver of stolen car in fiery Sydney Harbour Bridge crash escapes jail time
Twenty-one-year-old Christopher Walker has been spared jail time after stealing a car and crashing it into traffic on the Sydney Harbour Bridge while on drugs. ⌘ Read more
Alys bought a house in the outback for about $12,000. It has no mains power or water inside, but she's thrilled not to be homeless
Struggling to pay rent in Sydney, Alys McDonough bought what she says was one of the cheapest houses in Australia. She's now back living there, with no mains power and with a bit of ceiling missing, but she says she's sorted. ⌘ Read more
'In the best place possible': Bedside vigil for girl critically injured in crash that killed sister on Taylor Swift trip
A girl seriously injured in a car crash that resulted in the death of her sister in a family road trip to a Taylor Swift concert is in a critical but stable condition, her godmother says. ⌘ Read more
WA Attorney-General John Quigley announces he will quit politics at next state election
WA's attorney-general and oldest sitting MP John Quigley announces he will not contest the 2025 state election. ⌘ Read more
Peoples Choice Awards red carpet: What musicians, actors and pop culture's brightest stars wore
The awards which brings together the biggest names in movies, television, music and pop culture in general. Here's some of the looks we've seen so far. ⌘ Read more
What ever happened to the golden age of motel dining?**
Across Australia many motel restaurants once a hive of activity 50 years ago are being used as storage, conference rooms, or common rooms. But what changed? ⌘ Read more
Cattle sail from Darwin as Indonesian live export trade resumes
Indonesia has finally issued import permits for Australian cattle, with the first ship now on the water bound for Jakarta. ⌘ Read more
'I just want to escape from this country': Thousands of Myanmar youngsters look to flee to Thailand
After last week's announcement of compulsory military service for Myanmar men and women over the age of 18,  the Thai embassy in Yangon was flooded with requests for tourist visas, with some youngsters sleeping in their cars overnight to get to the front of the queue. ⌘ Read more
Victorian workplace manslaughter conviction results in $1.3m fine over forklift death
A Victorian court hears a Melbourne employer is filled with "sadness and guilt" after a few seconds of negligence resulted in the death of employee Michael Tsahrelias at his stonemasonry business in Melbourne's north. ⌘ Read more
Sydney's Star Casino will face second inquiry less than two years after damning report
The state's casino commission said it was not satisfied Star Casino had done enough to address its failings following the first inquiry. ⌘ Read more
Here are all the People's Choice Awards winners, updated live
Here are the nominees for the People's Choice Awards, where Barbie leads the film nods and Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are both nominated. ⌘ Read more
Melbourne Cup winner Verry Elleegant dies giving birth
The racing world is in mourning after Verry Elleegant — who won two-thirds of Australian racing's big three distance races including the Melbourne Cup — dies in France from complications giving birth to a foal. ⌘ Read more
F1 calls for end to Red Bull, Horner turmoil at 'earliest opportunity'
Pressure is mounting on Formula 1's world champions, as allegations of workplace misconduct hover over the new season. ⌘ Read more
Truck narrowly avoids crash with oncoming train in Tasmania
Tasmania's rail operator, TasRail, has called for increased action on level crossing safety after a truck narrowly avoided a serious crash with a train. ⌘ Read more
Alexei Navalny's widow to meet EU ministers as world pays tribute
Julia Navalnaya will meet European foreign ministers in Brussels as world leaders hold Vladimir Putin responsible for Alexei Navalny's unexplained death in a Russian penal colony. ⌘ Read more
Funeral prices show the cost of dying varies but does not have to be expensive
Bobbie wanted a simple funeral. Her family did it for less than $1,000, but they had to think outside the hardwood box. ⌘ Read more
BAFTAs red carpet features pretty in peach, statement trains, and classic monochrome styles
The awards season has crossed the pond and arrived in the UK, with the stars gathering for the British Academy of Film and Television Arts awards. ⌘ Read more
'Intriguingly crazy-brave': J.Lo's new musical movie celebrates her wild rollercoaster of a love life
Jennifer Lopez reclaims her wild rollercoaster of a love life from our judgemental gaze in new musical This Is Me … Now. ⌘ Read more
Devastated and displaced, flood-hit residents in far north Queensland question where to rebuild
Two months after the flooding in far north Queensland, communities in isolated townships ask whether it is wise to rebuild in the same places. ⌘ Read more
'I have no idea what I am capable of': Aussie stuns American champion to claim gold in 50m backstroke
Queenslander Isaac Cooper survives hitting the lane rope several times to claim gold in Doha, as the Aussie women take victory in the 4x100m medley. ⌘ Read more
More than 50 people killed in a major escalation of tribal fighting in PNG's highlands
Papua New Guinea police say at least 53 people have died in a massacre in the country’s Highlands, in a major escalation of tribal fighting in the region. ⌘ Read more
Sky-high domestic violence rates in WA's north prompts call for change
With more than 450 domestic violence cases reported to police in one month, Kimberley residents are calling for change. ⌘ Read more
Live: ASX poised for modest gains despite inflation-fuelled sell-off on Wall Street
Australian share market futures are pointing to modest gains despite another inflation surprise that saw US stocks sold off on Friday. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. ⌘ Read more
'A bit of fun': Olympic showjumping champion Shane Rose shocked after being stood down for wearing a mankini
Mr Rose apologised over the incident and is hopeful after the investigation is completed he can get on with preparing for the Paris Olympics. ⌘ Read more
Mushroom meal survivor breaks his silence six months since his wife died from mushroom poisoning
Pastor Ian Wilkinson has delivered a sermon to his church for the first time speaking publicly since his world was turned upside down. ⌘ Read more
Sinner maintains perfect record against de Minaur as Australian star falls in Rotterdam Open final
Jannik Sinner defeats Alex de Minaur in straight sets at the Rotterdam Open as the Australian prepares to move into the top 10 this week. ⌘ Read more
England falls to worst test defeat since WWII as Bazball tactics face ongoing scrutiny
Yashasvi Jaiswal scores his second Test century in a row as India hands England a 434-run defeat in the third Test of their series. ⌘ Read more
Tribute to women in war unveiled on anniversary of massacre that claimed the lives of 21 Australian nurses
A 17-metre-long mural honouring women who have served in or supported Australia's defence forces is unveiled in north-east Victoria, 82 years to the day since World War II's Bangka Island Massacre. ⌘ Read more
Another school, supermarket among new sites identified as Sydney asbestos debacle grows
The NSW Environment Protection Agency said that 41 sites have been identified as having bonded asbestos, with 683 tests returning negative results since last month. ⌘ Read more
People are sending their human remains to the Moon, and not everyone's happy about it
Space is often described as the Wild West, but this is changing with commercial operators now charging people to send human ashes of loved ones to the moon. But there are ethical implications around whether this should be allowed. ⌘ Read more
With a bumper harvest underway, wine growers pin their hopes on an end to Chinese tariffs
Producers say ideal conditions have led to a 50 per cent increase in yields this season amid hopes the tariffs on Australian wine to China could be lifted as early as March. ⌘ Read more
Decades after the bombing of Darwin, family secrets continue to be unearthed
It's been 82 years since Japanese fighters launched a deadly air raid on the Northern Territory in World War II. Yvonne's Odegaard's father was among the survivors. ⌘ Read more
Verna's son is locked up. A lawyer shortage means he has to represent himself in court
A crisis inside one of northern Australia's most important legal entities has led to a severe shortage of lawyers in Alice Springs, leaving some of Australia's most vulnerable residents to represent themselves in court. ⌘ Read more
Floodwaters transform this outback desert into a green oasis, but it's not all good news
While record rain causes havoc in south-east Queensland, it revitalises a part of far west Queensland that rarely sees so much water. ⌘ Read more
World-first smoking study debunks stereotypes, finds most daily smokers are employed, educated and have good mental health
Smokers are stereotypically thought to be those who are uneducated, unemployed and generally suffering from mental illness. But while smoking rates are higher among these groups, most daily smokers are actually employed, educated and in good mental health. ⌘ Read more
BAFTAs winners list: Here are all the winners and nominees from the British film awards
Here are the winners from the BAFTA film awards, where Oppenheimer leads the field and Barbie was overlooked in many of the top categories. ⌘ Read more
Patients forced to evacuate Gaza's second-largest hospital, local and United Nations health officials say
Fighting, fuel shortages and Israeli raids have put the Nasser Hospital in the southern city of Khan Younis completely out of service, health officials say. ⌘ Read more
Thousands of Aussies have joined community running clubs recently with social media fueling the trend
Running clubs are rapidly growing in popularity across Australia, and organisers say it's thanks to social media providing support and accountability. ⌘ Read more
Leaked emails show secret negotiations behind the higher supermarket prices you're paying
Leaked emails reveal for the first time the tactics Coles employs when a supplier seeks a price increase and how it has taken advantage of inflation to boost profits. ⌘ Read more
At the top of her game but battling to get out of bed: Katrina Gorry reveals how she overcame her ‘dark place’**
After the Matildas’ World Cup glory, star midfielder Katrina Gorry introduces us to the tiny secret weapon who rekindled her love for the game. ⌘ Read more
Ten more seats are up for grabs. But will Tasmania get fresh faces, or party stalwarts?**
Candidates are being finalised for Tasmania's upcoming state election. For many, it's not their first rodeo. ⌘ Read more
Social cohesion is at record lows and tensions are boiling over. How will we navigate our way out of it?**
Anthony Albanese has been trying to play the role of unifier when it comes to the conflict in the Middle East and the schisms it's causing in Australia. But as community tensions rise, so do frustrations about where this all ends, writes Patricia Karvelas. ⌘ Read more
An insurer told Gypsy her house was safe. A report found it was infested with dangerous mould
The general insurance industry's delaying and denying of claims and low-balling of cash settlement offers in the aftermath of the 2022 floods weren't isolated — the tactics are rife across the sector, writes Adele Ferguson. ⌘ Read more
Albanese blames Putin for Alexei Navalny's death
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says the death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny in an Arctic penal colony is an "appalling atrocity" and Vladimir Putin is to blame. ⌘ Read more
PM speaks of 'great divide' at Country Labor Conference, amid calls for fresh water access in regional schools
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese leans into the theme of the "great divide" in Australian politics, after delegates hear concerns about 47 schools in regional NSW without access to fresh water. ⌘ Read more
Aussie Volkanovski relinquishes UFC featherweight title after KO loss
Unbeaten Ilia Topuria stops Alexander Volkanovski in the second round to claim the featherweight title at UFC 298, ending the Australian champion's four-year reign. ⌘ Read more
How did cultural practices over Lunar New Year come about and what do they symbolise?**
For some Chinese communities observing Lunar New Year, adhering to specific rituals — from early preparations, to visiting etiquette and food choices — help set the tone for the rest of the year. We asked you to share some of the practices so we can unpack their symbolism and significance. ⌘ Read more
Will Pucovski ends century drought in Sheffield Shield comeback
After recovering from his 11th concussion last month, Will Pucovski marks his Sheffield Shield comeback with his first century for Victoria since 2020. ⌘ Read more
Suspected asylum seekers taken to Nauru as poltical storm over boat arrivals intensifies
A group of nearly 40 foreign nationals who arrived by boat to a remote part of WA on Friday are apparently headed to an offshore detention centre in Nauru, as the political fallout continues. ⌘ Read more
Research project focused on crucial ecosystem gets $1.3m boost
A major university research project into critical peatland ecosystems in Western Australia has been given $1.3 million by a philanthropic organisation. ⌘ Read more
Original draft of Star Wars script left in London apartment by Harrison Ford fetches $20,821 at auction
The actor was said to have formed a genuine friendship with his landlords, leaving behind scripts, schedules and letters from his time filming Star Wars. ⌘ Read more
One further home confirmed destroyed in bushfires in Victoria's west, power restored to more properties
Victoria's Premier Jacinta Allan has confirmed one more home was destroyed by a bushfire at Pomonal. Meanwhile, more homes are being reconnected to power after last week's storm. ⌘ Read more
Young 'all good' after neck injury scare, Sipley to miss Vegas after crusher tackle
Dom Young says he is "all good" after a crusher tackle sent him to hospital in the Sydney Roosters' NRL pre-season defeat of Manly. ⌘ Read more
When Frances isn't running her hardware store, she's writing romance novels
Discussing bathroom fittings and plastic piping is a far cry from the romantic tales this author writes about in her downtime. ⌘ Read more
Former Thailand prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra released from prison six months after return from exile
The 74-year-old, twice elected premier and ousted in a 2006 military coup, was given his freedom before sunrise on Sunday by King Maha Vajiralongkorn because of his age and health, after being treated at Bangkok's Police General Hospital. ⌘ Read more
Can these economists turn things around for Australia's betrayed generations?**
Professor Ross Garnaut says Australia's economy experienced a "lost decade" from 2013 to 2023. Can these ideas turn things around, asks Gareth Hutchens. ⌘ Read more
The medical students helping cancer patients one note at a time
A group of Gold Coast medical students are performing as string quartet in an oncology ward to bring joy to people going through the darkest of times. ⌘ Read more
As more people 'slow down' through animal-assisted therapy, professionals say there needs to be regulation
Health professionals are calling for national guidelines to be established in the animal-assisted therapy sector to ensure the safety and welfare of both participants and animals as demand for the service continues to grow. ⌘ Read more
'I credit Taylor with keeping me young': How middle-aged fans fell for Taylor Swift
Many of Taylor Swift's fans are over 45. What is it about her lovelorn ballads, kitchen bops and revenge anthems that appeal to middle-aged people? ⌘ Read more
Victorian government on front foot with mock response to livestock disease that could cost country $80 billion
The government recently committed $43 million towards technology, staff training, better testing labs and other measures, including a former COVID-19 ambulance converted into a mobile field laboratory. ⌘ Read more
In the golden age of railway, the WA government ran affordable holidays to show off the state's attractions
The WA government once offered train holidays around the state with sleeping cars, on-board dining, and a chance to see the sights on 'reso tours'. ⌘ Read more
Tasmanian birthday road trip ticks off milestones for Nita's 90th
Granddaughter Kate Bishop hopes the 90th birthday road trip will inspire other families to seize the moment and celebrate their loved one. ⌘ Read more