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Many nurses returned from the Vietnam War with PTSD — but there was no help for them at home
A new novel by bestselling US author Kristin Hannah remembers the forgotten nurses of the Vietnam War, whose service went unrecognised for decades. ⌘ Read more
Cranbrook School headmaster resigns following new revelations about teacher and their former student
The headmaster of the private Sydney boys' school, which is preparing to go co-educational, supported a teacher who sent sexually explicit messages to a former female student. ⌘ Read more
Teen dies after allegedly stolen vehicle rolls in Alice Springs CBD
Police say the teenager was one of nine people in the vehicle at the time of the crash, with eight others allegedly fleeing the scene on foot. ⌘ Read more
A Gold Coast councillor accused of murder could be re-elected next weekend. What does the law say about it?**
Ryan Bayldon-Lumsden has been suspended on full pay since late last year after being charged with the murder of his stepfather. Whether he gets a second term is in the hands of 20,000-odd voters. ⌘ Read more
Dozens of planning executives behind NSW's new housing strategy could lose their jobs to fulfill an election promise
Planning staff behind NSW's housing strategy are fighting to keep their jobs as the Minns government looks at axing executive positions to deliver on an election promise. ⌘ Read more
Gross value of poultry rises above sheep meat for first time in Australian history
The overall value of chicken meat has surpassed lamb for the first time, according to data from the final quarters of 2023. ⌘ Read more
Inmate wrongly released from Sydney jail calls police after hearing about search on the news
It's the second time in seven months someone has been released in an error in NSW and an investigation has been launched. ⌘ Read more
Simmons's NBA season ends early again as Brooklyn Nets look for long-term health solutions
Australian number one draft pick Ben Simmons succumbs to a back injury, making it the third straight year he has been forced to sit out the end of the season. ⌘ Read more
How to plan for — and spread out — big bills and costs
Using a calendar allows you to do a lot more than just remember when bills are due. It can help you spread the load and save. ⌘ Read more
NT Greens candidate in doubt after Facebook post resurfaces suggesting the government is 'owned' by Zionists
The Greens candidate for Araluen is under scrutiny for a Facebook post, drawing on a centuries-old anti-Semitic trope that Jews control the world order. ⌘ Read more
After Liz gave birth, a nurse asked her if she planned to take baby Mary home
Ninety per cent of pregnancies are terminated when prenatal screening predicts Down syndrome. Liz Smith chose to continue with her pregnancy but says she has been traumatised by her experience with the medical system. ⌘ Read more
Two dead after fiery car crash in Melbourne's eastern suburbs
A car crashes into a tree in the Melbourne suburb of Toorak, with both the driver and passenger killed in an ensuing blaze. ⌘ Read more
Allison is a civil engineer on a huge infrastructure project, and says being a mum helped her career
With fewer than 4 per cent of Australian-born women working as engineers, the push to recruit more females into STEM careers is building. ⌘ Read more
Building strength is key to increasing Jason's independence, but he feels like a 'burden' at the gym
Exercise helps with mental and physical health for everyone, but people with disabilities face significant barriers when trying to go to the gym. ⌘ Read more
The treasurer is preparing a new 'growth' script for his third budget
This is a transition budget that has to be crafted carefully, given the uncertain economic times, writes Michelle Grattan. ⌘ Read more
Residents in this remote NT town have been waiting nearly 10 years for a new weather radar
Years after a new weather radar was promised for the vast Barkly region in the Northern Territory, locals are still waiting and say the delay is causing problems. ⌘ Read more
'The whole mystery was revealed': The science of what makes a cricket ball swing explained
It is one the most devastating weapons a fast bowler can own — but the art of swing is steeped in mystery and myths that only science can explain. ⌘ Read more
Childcare and transport 'deserts' are creating a $20,000 postcode pay gap for Western Sydney women
Women earn less than men in almost all areas, but in Sydney, women out west are losing out on an average of $20,000 a year compared to their inner-city counterparts, and it's all because of where they live. ⌘ Read more
Jacqui clones or on their own? The influence Lambie could wield over her state MPs
Jacqui Lambie Network candidates have a real chance of winning multiple seats in the Tasmanian election and being in the balance of power. So how will they make decisions? And what influence will the senator hold? ⌘ Read more
Outrage over Wesley Mission mental health hospital closures that go against 'gospel of social justice'
A medical director at one of the private mental health facilities to be closed has spoken out about the decision, which will result in the loss of 70 mental health beds. ⌘ Read more
Facebook ate and then ignored the news industry. It's hard, but we should leave it be
Facebook profited from the decline of Australia's news organisations, but enforcing the News Media Bargaining Code will make a bad situation worse without solving the problem of who will pay for the news. ⌘ Read more
As RSV cases rise, experts say vaccines should be free for babies. Here's what your state has planned
A $11 million program in Western Australia to give free immunisations to babies against RSV is tipped to stop hundreds of hospitalisations. Here's what experts say needs to happen now. ⌘ Read more
There's a major scam fleecing Aussies of their life savings — and it 'can't seem to be stopped'
Australians are continuing to lose their life savings to a long-running "spoofing" scam targeting customers of banking giant HSBC. ⌘ Read more
The rise of Temu and Shein in Australia is the result of 'a perfect storm'. Are they here to stay?**
The cost-of-living crisis has seen Shein and Temu become major players in online retail, but their meteoric rise comes at the expense of local businesses. Is this the end of e-commerce as we know it, or could these brands crash and burn? ⌘ Read more
A Boeing 777 took off and then vanished into thin air. A decade on, the mystery and heartache endures
Ten years have passed since the disappearance of MH370 and the 239 people on board, but the same question remains: a hulking commercial aircraft can't simply vanish into thin air, can it? ⌘ Read more
Hamas says ceasefire talks to resume next week, making a truce before Ramadan highly unlikely
The US, Egypt and Qatar are trying to broker an agreement for a six-week ceasefire and the release of 40 hostages held in Gaza, in exchange for Palestinians imprisoned in Israel. ⌘ Read more
Malaysian PM urges Australia to restore UNRWA funding for Gaza
Anwar Ibrahim reveals he took up the issue directly with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese during a bilateral meeting ahead of this week's ASEAN-Australia summit in Melbourne. ⌘ Read more
As first antenna is installed on groundbreaking 'time machine' telescope, traditional owners welcome project
As the first antenna is installed on the world's largest radio telescope in outback Western Australia, traditional elders say the $3 billion project brings hope for more opportunities in the desert region. ⌘ Read more
Palestinian band 47Soul reacts after left out of WOMADelaide by organisers
A Palestinian band, which had their invitation to WOMADelaide rescinded, say they find the reasoning behind it "deeply problematic" and "disheartening". ⌘ Read more
Here's why the name of Samantha Murphy's alleged killer remains a secret — for now
A nationwide suppression order over the identity of the 22-year-old man who has been charged with the murder of Samantha Murphy was granted minutes after he was brought to court on Thursday — here's why. ⌘ Read more
Charges dropped midtrial in Hotel California lyrics case, but Don Henley vows to fight on
Eagles drummer and co-founder Don Henley now plans to turn to the civil courts, his lawyer says. ⌘ Read more
Eight years jail for shooting escaped prisoner 'at close range'
Hobart man David Coles, who shot and killed escaped prisoner Nicholas Scott in January last year, will spend at least four years in a Tasmanian jail. ⌘ Read more
Katter Australian Party MPs referred to ethics committee over clash with pro-Palestine protesters
Two Katter Australian Party MPs have been referred to Queensland's Ethics Committee after clashing with pro-Palestinian protesters this morning. ⌘ Read more
Multiple complaints of paramedic being rude to patients heard during inquest
An inquest has heard that a paramedic had several patients complain he was rude to them, before allegedly telling one man he was overreacting with the "man flu" in the lead up to his death. ⌘ Read more
Town fights to retain 'calm and quiet' nature – and golf course – amid push for more housing
There is a housing crisis in South Australia's south-east and businesses are finding it hard to find places for staff to live, but residents in this town are afraid of it losing its character — and its golf course. ⌘ Read more
Live: Sydney hosts AFL season opener as Swans and Demons kick off Opening Round
The 2024 AFL season is set to get underway at the SCG, as the Sydney Swans host Melbourne to launch Opening Round. Follow the action in our live blog. ⌘ Read more
Like the popular kid in class, everyone wants Vietnam on their team which is why Australia just inked a new deal
Today, Vietnam and Australia signed a "comprehensive strategic partnership", officially elevating ties to the highest level adopted by the one-party state, as Canberra follows hot on the heels of both Washington and Beijing. So why has the so-called land of the blue dragon suddenly become so popular? ⌘ Read more
Worries not enough funds to rehabilitate two closed mines, but minister pledges owners will meet obligation
NSW Resources minister Courtney Houssos has addressed concerns about the remediation of two recently closed mines in the Illawarra, saying she is committed to ensuring the company involved honours all its commitments. ⌘ Read more
Defence minister says families of veteran suicide will be left 'unheard' as royal commission won't be extended
Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles was asked why the government rejected a request for a 12-month extension while giving evidence at the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide today. ⌘ Read more
Alabama governor signs bill into law giving IVF clinics legal cover
The law protects in vitro fertilisation providers from potential legal liability raised by a court ruling that equated frozen embryos to children. ⌘ Read more
Family of Clare Nowland resolves civil suit against NSW over alleged taser death
The 95-year-old died in hospital in May 2023 after falling and hitting her head following an alleged incident with a police officer. ⌘ Read more
You don't make friends in a frontbench reshuffle - just look at Peter Dutton for the reasons why
As the Liberals recover from their loss in the Dunkley by-election with a frontbench reshuffle, the lack of women in their ranks flags problems to come, writes Brett Worthington. ⌘ Read more
Fruit fly outbreak worries SA growers as restrictions imposed
Producers say the detection of the pest could lead to an increase in costs for consumers and impact supply. ⌘ Read more
Mother tells inquest she is 'empty and broken' following the fatal misdiagnosis of her son
The family of Kamilaroi-Dunghutti man Ricky "Dougie" Hampson Jnr say they want to "save the next life that's in the same situation". ⌘ Read more
Sydney man charged for allegedly placing fake bomb on man's ute after he flew Palestinian flag
NSW Police have charged a 44-year-old man who allegedly put a fake bomb on a man's ute and allegedly threatened him over the phone. The man is expected to appear in court today. ⌘ Read more
Police rubbish claims Broome home where kids were found cable-tied was vandalised
WA Police has rubbished claims the Broome house where three young children were found cable-tied together has been vandalised. ⌘ Read more
Future of 24/7 security at two regional hospitals will hinge on outcome of review
An external review starting this month will determine whether around-the-clock security guards will remain at two regional hospitals after a string of violent incidents caused "significant terror and upset" to patients and workers last year. ⌘ Read more
How much could parents benefit from super on parental leave?**
The government has announced plans to pay superannuation to those on paid parental leave. Here's how it would work, and how it would affect parents. ⌘ Read more
Son of former minister dies in parachute accident at Richmond RAAF base near Sydney
Lance Corporal Jack Fitzgibbon, the son of former defence minister Joel Fitzgibbon, dies after being injured in a parachuting incident at the Richmond RAAF base last night. ⌘ Read more
Fairbridge Folk festival forced to cancel for third year in a row
Organisers of the long-running WA folk festival say slow ticket sales, increased production costs and a lack of volunteers has prompted the decision. ⌘ Read more
As people packed their bags to flee one deliberately-lit fire, more fires were being lit nearby, investigators say
As residents in a Launceston suburb prepared to evacuate because of a deliberately-lit bushfire, firebugs were starting more blazes nearby, an investigation reveals. ⌘ Read more
Endangered red panda among 87 animals seized from alleged smugglers at Thai airport
Thai customs officials arrest six people for attempting to smuggle a red panda and 86 other animals out of the kingdom, including snakes, parrots and monitor lizards, officials say. ⌘ Read more
Bankwest's 'Ultimate betrayal' leaves regional communities in the dark over country branch closures
Bankwest has conceded it did not consult the community about its snap closure of multiple branches across regional Western Australia, but says 15 of these will be taken over by the Commonwealth Bank. ⌘ Read more
First Nations South Australians head to the polls for early voting on state's Voice to Parliament
As early voting kicks off for South Australia's inaugural Voice to Parliament election, First Nations people from remote and regional communities say it's important for all corners of the state to have a seat at the table. ⌘ Read more
McLaren continue momentum after last year's renaissance
McLaren heads into round two of this year's Formula 1 championship with both drivers with points on the board and a car it believes can compete near the front of the grid. ⌘ Read more
Son makes tearful plea as $500k reward is announced 30 years after mum's disappearance
Pauline Lowry was last seen by her family at Christmas in 1993. A coroner declared her dead in 2008, but no-one has ever been charged over her disappearance. ⌘ Read more
Why some children fear dogs and how to help them overcome it
With dog ownership increasing during the pandemic, and the pets being welcomed into more public spaces like cafes, experts say families with a child who experiences cynophobia can find day-to-day activities stressful. ⌘ Read more
Japanese photographer living out dream job snapping orcas off southern Australia
After seeing her first killer whale as a child, Machi Yoshida now snaps spectacular photographs of them for a living, and is spending summer off Western Australia's Bremer Bay. ⌘ Read more
Child dies after pool drowning in Adelaide's north-east
SA Police say a four-year-old girl was pulled unconscious from a pool at Klemzig. Paramedics tried to revive the girl before rushing her to hospital where she died. ⌘ Read more
Man fined almost $145,000 for ploughing path through national park to access property
A Townsville man has caused extensive damage to a national park after using a front loader to create a path to his property. ⌘ Read more
125 jobs to go as gas heater manufacturer blames rush to renewables for factory shutdown
Workers at an Albury-Wodonga air conditioning and heater factory are to be made redundant, with the company blaming Victoria's "reckless" transition away from gas. ⌘ Read more
Heatwave conditions forecast for long weekend in SA with 'bat bins' on stand-by at WOMADelaide
WOMADelaide organisers say they have 'bat bins' on stand-by to remove bat carcasses from the festival ground, with forecasters predicting a heatwave for most parts of South Australia in the coming days. ⌘ Read more
Op shop becomes bargain bridal boutique after 'inheriting' hundreds of new wedding dresses
A homelessness charity in New South Wales has found itself running an accidental formal wear boutique after hundreds of brand new gowns were left behind by the building's previous tenant. ⌘ Read more
Australian Olympic uniforms for Paris revealed
Indigenous artwork is taking pride of place on Australia's uniforms for the Olympic Games in Paris starting in late July. ⌘ Read more
Rugby Australia releases review findings following Wallabies' disastrous World Cup campaign
More transparency around player selections is one of 23 recommendations made to Rugby Australia following an external review into the Wallabies' diabolical 2023 season under Eddie Jones. ⌘ Read more
A family came within metres of a crocodile in a swimming hole. So why didn't it attack?**
Wildlife experts explain possible reasons a 3-metre crocodile lurking in a popular creek didn't strike out at a family playing frighteningly close as a search discovers more crocs nearby. ⌘ Read more
A coroner has ruled out assault over a young Gold Coast footballer's death in 2012
The 20-year-old was found by members of the public on the side of the Gold Coast Highway with severe head injuries, after being left behind on a night out. ⌘ Read more
Delayed by war, the Palestinian Film Festival re-emerges to present images of hope
Festival organisers say there has been an "extensive surge" of interest in what life is like for ordinary Palestinians since the war in Gaza began. ⌘ Read more
Richmond's Dusty Martin out of clash with Damien Hardwick's Suns
Richmond star Dustin Martin is ruled out of facing former coach Damien Hardwick in the Tigers' opening-round clash with the Gold Coast. ⌘ Read more
Two NSW police officers plead not guilty over alleged assault of NRL star Tom Starling
A Canberra Raiders NRL star faced seven charges after a night out at on the Central Coast. They were dropped, and now the police who arrested him have pleaded not guilty to assault. ⌘ Read more
Pope Francis unable to get in Popemobile due to increasing illness
The pope has been suffering on and off this winter from a cold, bouts of bronchitis and the flu. ⌘ Read more
Housing crisis compounds costs for country uni students chasing their dreams in the city
Adelaide university students are couch surfing and moving between various accommodation options to find the best value in a tight rental market. ⌘ Read more
Jury finds armourer Hannah Gutierrez guilty of involuntary manslaughter in Rust movie shooting
A New Mexico jury finds Rust armourer Hannah Gutierrez guilty of involuntary manslaughter, ending a trial over Hollywood's first on-set fatal shooting in nearly 30 years. ⌘ Read more
From gritty Netflix show to hopeless romantic, Trent Dalton's Love Stories adapted for the stage
The author of Boy Swallows Universe spent two months sitting on a Brisbane street corner asking strangers about their love stories. Now those stories will be turned into a stage play. ⌘ Read more
A school sex abuse inquiry has made devastating findings, but further truth-telling is needed
The release of a 466-page report into historical sexual abuse at a Melbourne primary school will take weeks, perhaps months to fully digest. But for now, there is hope that it could kickstart a reckoning that may last for years, writes Russell Jackson. ⌘ Read more
Ballarat man arrested over suspicious disappearance of Samantha Murphy
A 22-year-old Ballarat man was arrested at his home on Wednesday morning and remains in custody, but no charges have been laid. ⌘ Read more
Lauren Jackson turns back clock, leads Flyers to WNBL grand final
Lauren Jackson posts 38 points to lift the Southside Flyers into the WNBL grand-final series with a win over Melbourne Boomers in the deciding game of their semifinal. ⌘ Read more
Gold prospectors urge better preparation after deaths of father and son in 'middle of the desert'
Ray and James Dempsey were gold prospecting for almost a week in temperatures of more than 40 degrees before they were found dead in Western Australia's Murchison region, police say. ⌘ Read more
Houthi missile attack kills two sailors in militant group's first fatal strike on commercial ship
Two sailors have been killed and six others injured in the Houthi militant group's first fatal missile attack on a Red Sea commercial ship, British and US officials say. ⌘ Read more
'She was desperate': Why my 36yo great-grandmother lied about her abortion to police on her deathbed
Until the late 1960s, abortion was illegal in Australia. With limited access to contraception, many women, like my great-grandmother, unlawfully attempted to terminate unwanted pregnancies. ⌘ Read more
After the shock, the impact: Gender pay gap data to 'drive' decision-making
Recently released gender pay data will increasingly be used as governments and superannuation funds make decisions about where to invest and which suppliers they use. Firms with high pay gaps are on notice to improve or face tough questions. ⌘ Read more
Books 'considered a luxury' as small retailers struggle amid cost-of-living pressures
Already reeling from floods in regional Victoria, Kerang's only bookstore is set to close as book retailers across the country report a slide in sales of up to 40 per cent. ⌘ Read more
One key building will be missing from Australia's new international airport
Air traffic controllers at Western Sydney Airport won't look out a control tower window to a busy tarmac. Instead, 20-high resolution cameras will beam real-time vision of each aeroplane to a digitised control centre 20 kilometres away from the action. ⌘ Read more
What happens when a plane goes missing?**
Searches costing $200 million were unable to locate flight MH370, but investigators are hopeful new technology and techniques will lead to the missing plane and solve the 10-year-old aviation mystery. ⌘ Read more
Anxiety-riddled days and sleepless nights have pushed this paramedic towards psychedelic therapy
The drug industry is scambling to bring psychedelic medicines to market after Australia became the first country to approve their use, as one company trials free MDMA-assisted therapy to first responders. ⌘ Read more
Does the government really collect more money from HECS than it does from the PRRT?**
Executive director of The Australia Institute, Richard Dennis, says the government collects more money from HECS than the PRRT. RMIT ABC Fact Check runs the numbers. ⌘ Read more
Is racism a big problem in the NT? Community leaders are weighing in
Multicultural groups and disability advocates have opened up about the issue of racism in the Northern Territory, as a police review raises concerns around attitudes in the wider community. ⌘ Read more
Live: Wall Street bounces as US Fed reiterates interest rate stance, with Australian stocks to follow
US Federal Reserve's chair reiterates that rates will come down this year, but that inflation still poses a risk. Meanwhile, the Australian government is putting cash into financing dealerships who want to sell more electric cars, as its fuel efficiency standards loom. Read our live blog for more. ⌘ Read more
Soldier in hospital after parachuting incident during 'routine' training exercise
In a statement Australian Defence Force said first aid was rendered at the scene. ⌘ Read more
AFL fans need to strap themselves in as the 2024 season promises to be a wild ride
This season shapes as one of the most fascinating in the AFL era, which means predicting who will lift the premiership trophy is fraught with danger, writes Cody Atkinson and Sean Lawson. ⌘ Read more
Psychedelic trainer admits to relationship with vulnerable former patient who later took her own life
A leading UK psychiatrist, brought to Australia to train practitioners to deliver psychedelic therapy, has been suspended after admitting to having a sexual relationship with a vulnerable former patient. ⌘ Read more
Super Tuesday has set up a Trump-Biden rematch while highlighting challenges for both men
Nikki Haley's departure from the field confirms the US election will be between two old men who are broadly disliked. And Super Tuesday has highlighted challenges for both Donald Trump and Joe Biden, writes North America correspondent Carrington Clarke. ⌘ Read more
First Sophia's ex-husband banned her boots, then what she ate and who she saw
Early in her marriage, Sophia went to the police after being controlled by her husband, but they didn't even interview her. It was years before she finally left him. ⌘ Read more
Why students at this tiny primary school aren't stressing about next week's NAPLAN testing
Dungowan Public School's entire student body is the same size as a single class in some big city schools. Just eight kids will sit NAPLAN exams from next week, but teachers say the school's size is working for them, not against them. ⌘ Read more
Wisdom teeth can be a pain, but is it always best to have them out?**
Wisdom teeth are our most meddlesome molars; evolutionary relics that can be more trouble than they're worth. But experts say any benefits associated with their removal must be weighed against the risks. ⌘ Read more
Every sexual assault case set for trial to be reviewed following judges' criticism
The director of public prosecutions, Sally Dowling SC, has ordered an audit of every sexual assault case committed for trial following criticism from some judges that merit-less cases were being pursued ⌘ Read more
'I can hurt my body in ways that 99 per cent of people can't': Matt Richardson embraces the pain of victory
All athletes know what it is to drive themselves into the depths of pain in pursuit of victory, and sprint star Matt Richardson is something of an expert. ⌘ Read more
The women taking on Vladimir Putin, one flower at a time
These wives and mothers of Russia's mobilised soldiers are risking the ire of Vladimir Putin and the Kremlin with their weekly protests, which come at an awkward time for the president. ⌘ Read more
Prove you are not being investigated: Labor's challenge to Tasmanian Liberals
With Tasmanians going to the polls in just over two weeks, Labor has challenged the Liberals to prove members of their team are not being investigated over integrity matters. ⌘ Read more
Should Australia's largest groundwater system be used to produce food or store waste CO2?**
The Great Artesian Basin generates about $13 billion of product and supplies water to hundreds of towns, but a big coal company wants to store waste CO2 in it. ⌘ Read more