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Fraudster Melissa Caddick's luxury Sydney penthouse sold
A penthouse apartment formerly owned by late Sydney conwoman Melissa Caddick has been sold, with the proceeds to be used to pay back some of the money stolen from dozens of investors. ⌘ Read more
Live: Parramatta and Canterbury renew old rivalry as Bulldogs look for a new era
The opening round of the NRL season continues with Parramatta and Canterbury launching the latest chapter in their ancient feud while the Titans and Dragons look for a fresh start. Follow all the action in our live blog. ⌘ Read more
England warhorse Anderson enters prestigious club with 700th Test wicket
More than 20 years since making his debut, James Anderson reaches another milestone in his remarkable career, becoming the first fast bowler to take 700 wickets in Test matches. ⌘ Read more
Five quick hits — A catch for the ages, Labuschagne finds form and Cummins breaks Williamson's heart
Marnus Labuschagne answers some critics and Kane Williamson misses a golden opportunity, but Glenn Phillips steals the show with a catch to remember. Here are five quick hits from day two in Christchurch. ⌘ Read more
Manager uses dinghy and canoe to paddle in crocodile waters to check on tourist park
Parry Creek Farm resort and caravan park owner Mark Dyson keeps an eye out for two resident crocodiles, as he's forced to canoe across his flooded property after big rain in WA's Kimberley. ⌘ Read more
Darwin youths who allegedly stole car at knifepoint later carjacked by teenagers
Three youths who stole a Darwin couple's car at knifepoint on Friday night were later carjacked by a separate pair of teens within the hour, Northern Territory Police allege. ⌘ Read more
Live: Hardwick era begins at Gold Coast as Suns take on Tigers at Carrara
As AFL Opening Round continues, Carrara hosts an anticipated meeting of Damien Hardwick's old and new teams as the Suns take on the Tigers. Later, the Giants host the Magpies. Follow all the action in our live blog. ⌘ Read more
Why do we still have to wait so long for films when they're already out in the US?**
What is Australia if not the land of delayed film releases? We asked two experts to dish on the reasons it can sometimes take days, weeks or months until international films make it to our cinemas. ⌘ Read more
Giant puppets and endurance art: Your guide to Adelaide Festival 2024
The Jungle Book is reimagined and a giant puppet wanders the streets are among the highlights at the 2024 Adelaide Festival. ⌘ Read more
Optus networks director resigns four months after mass outage
Lambo Kanagaratnam is the latest top-level executive to resign in the wake of a mass outage which left 10 million customers and 400,000 businesses without phone or internet service. ⌘ Read more
Dam closed while authorities search for man missing after boating mishap
A rescue helicopter has joined police in the search for a man missing in a boating mishap at a popular north Queensland dam. ⌘ Read more
Victoria Police defend officers involved in fatal shooting of woman found stabbing her mother
Two police officers who shot and killed a young woman to stop her from stabbing her mother acted appropriately, Victoria Police say. ⌘ Read more
Overworked, underpaid and exhausted: Why chefs are leaving the hospitality industry
Stress, poor pay and job insecurity are driving chefs away from the hospitality industry — and tourism will bear the brunt of this looming skill shortage. ⌘ Read more
If a friend received a cancer diagnosis, what would you say? This musical tackles the difficult subject
Silk Rags encourages audiences to laugh, cry and learn as it tackles the difficult subject matter of cancer, and what to say or not to say when a loved one is diagnosed. ⌘ Read more
There are conflicting numbers on Australia's cattle herd. Does it matter?**
Depending on which respected organisation you speak to, Australia's cattle herd size ranges from 25.7 million to 28.6 million head. ⌘ Read more
Spectacular 'nature's neon lights' caught on camera over WA outback
Nature photographer JJ Rao was out shooting a wet-season thunderstorm just outside of Derby when he was lucky enough to snap several red sprites, one of the world's rarest natural phenomena. ⌘ Read more
Life-sized whale replica attracts hundreds of curious onlookers after appearing on Adelaide beach
A 15-metre whale has appeared to wash up overnight on Glenelg in Adelaide's south-western suburbs in a surreal scene on Saturday morning. ⌘ Read more
Live Moment: Forensic unit undertaking 'thorough investigation' after woman killed in Brisbane CBD bus crash
It's understood the driver of the council bus lost control and mounted the curb just after 5pm, pinning her against the Anzac Square arcade building. ⌘ Read more
From comfort to connection, why Shakespeare's work still resonates in this country town
For nearly 120 years, the Wagga Wagga Shakespeare Club has met monthly, leading them to claim the title of the world's oldest continuous Shakespeare reading group. ⌘ Read more
Thousands of music fans advised to leave as extreme heat, bushfire risk grips Victoria
There's been backlash on social media as music festivals go ahead despite authorities urging travellers to leave bushfire risk zones. ⌘ Read more
Temporary maritime aid corridor between Cyprus and Gaza could open this weekend
A UN spokesperson says "there's an easier, more efficient way of bringing in assistance and that is via the road crossings that connect Israel with Gaza". ⌘ Read more
'Horrific' vision of koalas scrambling, falling as trees cut down spurs government action
The footage emerged this week of logging operations on Kangaroo Island where tree plantations and the koala population have had a complex relationship since devastating bushfires in 2019-20. ⌘ Read more
After WA's hottest ever summer, forecasters warn it could be 'scary' vision of the future
Western Australia just sweltered through its hottest summer on record, and there are concerns autumn will see some records fall as well. ⌘ Read more
How more neurodiversity in the media would help teenagers like Macklyn achieve their dreams
Macklyn Woollard is one of more than 200,000 people living with autism in Australia. Despite the size of the neurodiverse community, the WA teenager says he struggles to find like-minded people being celebrated in the media. ⌘ Read more
Dominant de Minaur continues his roll at Indian Wells as Kokkinakis falls to Sinner
Australia's top ranked male tennis player smashes his way to the round of 32 at Indian Wells as other Aussies fall. ⌘ Read more
After growing up with a disability, Timothy knew he had to help others, so he cast his net wide
People with disabilities need visibility and role models, something this fishing program helps create — along with fun and friendships. ⌘ Read more
'He stayed up like a tough lion': Queenslander Huni weathers a vicious barrage in Saudi Arabia to remain undefeated
Australia's Justis Huni survives a final round scare against his South African opponent in Saudi Arabia to keep his unbeaten record intact. ⌘ Read more
Woman charged with murdering baby girl south-east of Brisbane 13 years ago
Police reopened the investigation into the three-month-old's death after a tip-off this year. ⌘ Read more
Despite dropping out of school, Ebony's closing in on her lifelong dream to become an Indigenous GP
The Flinders Territory Medicine Program, which prioritises local and Indigenous students, has enrolled a record number of people in its course this year. There are hopes it will provide a long-term boost for the NT's medical workforce. ⌘ Read more
As NT Police faces racism claims, its minister's old Facebook posts raise questions of hypocrisy
Just a week after Northern Territory Police launched a review into the true extent of racism within its own ranks, its police minister came under fire over damaging Facebook posts. ⌘ Read more
It was voted Australia's worst regional food, but the steak 'florrie' has put Horsham on the map
Consisting of steak wrapped around ham and cheese and covered with breadcrumbs, the dish has become part of the Victorian city's identity. ⌘ Read more
'Everyone is scared': Migrants in Tasmania say they're facing increased incidents of racism
Business owner Toya says he has faced repeated racial abuse, and he says it's no longer safe for his wife and children to go to the park. There are calls for stronger laws and better data collection to help address the problem. ⌘ Read more
Why more women in regional areas are turning to doulas for maternity care
Maternal healthcare and childbirth experiences are under scrutiny across Australia, and in some regional areas, doulas are filling the void as maternity services close down. ⌘ Read more
'Groundbreaking' hospice program helps patients avoid loneliness in voluntary assisted dying process
After hearing stories of people sleeping in their cars to access VAD medication discreetly, or spending their last nights in hospital, regional Victorian hospice Rosehaven designed a support program for patients and families. ⌘ Read more
Raye's recognition at the Brit Awards was borne out of blood, sweat and years
British singer-songwriter Raye made history when she won six Brit Awards this week. It's been a long road to the top for the pop star, who was on the verge of giving up her dream before her breakthrough and awards dominance. ⌘ Read more
Do we really eat spiders in our sleep? This scientist busts five common arachnid myths
Animal behaviouralist James O'Hanlon is debunking five long-held myths about spiders and is sharing his own skin-crawling encounter in the process. ⌘ Read more
Grief over Samantha Murphy is complicated by arrest of local man, Ballarat mayor says
Ballarat locals are being encouraged to reach out for help as they struggle to process the disappearance of Samantha Murphy and arrest of a local man. ⌘ Read more
No-one really expects to strike it rich, but weekend miners say their right to try is under threat
Many "mum and dad" prospectors say fossicking is a chance to spend time with family and friends. But big changes are looming that could put the brakes on small-scale miners. ⌘ Read more
Surgical robot, outpatient endometriosis services pledged by Tasmanian Liberals ahead of election
Burnie woman Jordi Apted lived with the "crippling pain" of endometriosis for years before getting surgery through the private health system. She hopes other women don't have to share that experience. ⌘ Read more
'Send a strong message': Why a Labor seat could be in play in Queensland's upcoming by-election
Despite the best efforts of newly minted Premier Steven Miles to make a fresh start, incumbency could be a stumbling block for the government in two upcoming by-elections. ⌘ Read more
Police investigating chickens allegedly killed during break-in at animal sanctuary outside Canberra
The Lucky Stars Sanctuary for animals in Bywong just north of Canberra says it found a rooster and his flock of chickens dead in a open coop, and it was "clear that their deaths were an act of human cruelty". ⌘ Read more
Does Australia need to adopt a 'more mature' approach to China?**
Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim shared his thoughts on topics from China to Shakespeare while in Australia. ⌘ Read more
When is Ramadan 2024 and what are the rules of fasting?**
What is Ramadan? Why do Muslims fast from dawn to dusk? Here are a few handy things to know about the Islamic holy month for 2024. ⌘ Read more
It's a well-paid job so why are fewer people nominating for local councils?**
With so many councillor and mayor positions uncontested, is it a sign of voter disengagement or are people happy with how things are? ⌘ Read more
Fixing a smile can fix someone's confidence, but there are fears patients are being lured into cosmetic work
Jayden Vilardi recently spent $21,000 on dental veneers to fix his smile and confidence. He says he did not rush into it and was told of the risks — but there are concerns many others are being enticed by persuasive advertising. ⌘ Read more
'To have my dogs back is everything': Woman reunites with pets after years of insecure housing
Kerry gave up all hope of being reunited with her beloved pets after years of insecure housing, but her story has a happy ending. Animal rescue shelters say they are at capacity amid a competitive rental market and cost-of-living crisis. ⌘ Read more
Mars travel will resemble being stuck in an elevator with the same people for years. Would you do it?**
Leaving Earth for long periods requires highly specialised technical skills, but you also need to handle isolation, confined quarters and team conflict. ⌘ Read more
What is a rip at the beach and how do you safely swim out of one?**
Rips are the number one coastal hazard contributing to a number of deaths each year so how do you spot one and what should you do if you're caught in one? ⌘ Read more
Survivor recalls fear of being attacked by sharks during one of Australia's worst peacetime military disasters
It was a routine army training exercise that went terribly wrong. Three men died and eight amphibious vehicles sank when a convoy encountered bad weather and heavy seas at the Stockton Bight on March 8, 1954. ⌘ Read more
Women 'placeholders' in the Pacific as two MPs replaced by their husbands, another demoted for alleged affair
In the same week a prominent female Fiji MP was demoted after an alleged affair, two Solomon Islands female MPs announced they would not be contesting next month's election. The kicker? They'd be replaced by their husbands. ⌘ Read more
Who can pick the 2024 Oscar winners more accurately — a film critic or a mathematician?**
From Oppenheimer to Poor Things, which films will win the big awards at Hollywood's night of nights? Our experts cast their votes. ⌘ Read more
How palace intrigue, internet conspiracies and The Crown fed the frenzied speculation over Kate's health
For centuries, the British monarchy has shrouded itself in mystery while allowing the occasional glimpse over palace walls. But when the star royal wanted to convalesce in private, some of her future subjects revolted. ⌘ Read more
Details emerge of alleged jailhouse confession over the killing of bikie Shane Bowden
Court documents reveal a new star witness has come forward alleging one of the men accused of bikie heavyweight Shane Bowden's murder claimed while behind bars he was paid for his alleged role in the killing. ⌘ Read more
A brain chip to make you happy and fears of a war with North Korea — this week in the Asia Pacific
'Happiness' brain chips, a missing jumbo jet and genuine fears of a conflict with North Korea — here's what happened in the Asia Pacific this week. ⌘ Read more
Cupcakes at 10 paces: This year's International Women's Day had a spicy new ingredient
"Count Her In!" was the theme for yesterday's International Women's Day, and this year Australian womanhood had the chance to leaf through the newly released pay gap data over their celebratory cupcakes, writes Annabel Crabb. ⌘ Read more
Rental affordability has gone from record highs to record lows in the space of three years. What went wrong?**
New data confirms what most renters already know — there has not been a worse time to be a tenant in at least the past 17 years. ⌘ Read more
Sainz diagnosed with appendicitis and is out of F1 grand prix
The Spaniard, who finished third in last weekend's season opener in Bahrain, will be replaced by Ferrari reserve driver Oliver Bearman. ⌘ Read more
Police shoot woman dead while responding to fatal assault in Melbourne
A woman aged in her 20s, who was armed with a knife, has been shot dead by police after officers responded to reports of a woman assaulting another woman in the north-east suburb of Lower Plenty. ⌘ Read more
Earthquake of 3.6-magnitude hits Blue Mountains area west of Sydney
The earthquake occurred 9 kilometres beneath the surface in the Blue Mountains National Park near Warragamba at about 8:53pm, according to Geoscience Australia. ⌘ Read more
Pilot sentenced for destroying evidence after chopper crash that killed Netflix star
Michael Burbidge has been fined $15,000 for destroying Chris "Willow" Wilson's phone after the Netflix star's death in a helicopter crash in February 2022, as details of the crash aftermath are made public for the first time. ⌘ Read more
Olympian Kyle Chalmers's coach stood down months out from the Paris Games
Elite swimming coach Peter Bishop has been stood down from his position with the South Australian Sports Institute following an investigation, leaving Olympic champion Kyle Chalmers with a coaching change just 140 days out from the Paris Games. ⌘ Read more
Suppression order lifted on historic abuse proceedings against prominent East Kimberley elder
Details of charges against Miriwoong elder Ted Carlton can once again be reported, after his lawyer failed in a bid to prevent ongoing publication. ⌘ Read more
Man who boasted about murdering child sex offender in Perth prison jailed for at least 21 years
A judge slams the "vigilante behaviour" of Evan James Martin, who murdered a convicted child sex offender in a prison cell last year then later wrote of his pride over the killing. ⌘ Read more
Woman critically injured after bus crashes into building in Brisbane CBD during peak hour
A woman has been critically injured after a bus crashed into a building in Brisbane's CBD during peak hour this afternoon. ⌘ Read more
Live: Lions, Blues continue AFL Opening Round with Gabba showdown
AFL's Opening Round continues with a rematch of last year's preliminary final between the Brisbane Lions and Carlton at the Gabba. Can the Blues get revenge? Follow the action in our live blog. ⌘ Read more
Live: Sold out Warriors crowd on hand to face Cronulla as Round 1 continues
The Warrior fever that swept through New Zealand shows no signs of slowing down with the Kiwi club boasting a sell out crowd for its season opener against the Sharks. Follow all the action in our live blog. ⌘ Read more
'#RunforSamantha' gaining traction as tributes flow for Samantha Murphy
A social media movement honouring Victorian woman, Samantha Murphy, who was allegedly murdered, is picking up speed across Australia. ⌘ Read more
'Deplorable' paedophile who targeted toddler released after high-profile child exploitation case folds
A North Queensland paedophile who pressured a woman for images of her young niece in exchange for money has been released into the community after two years in prison. ⌘ Read more
'I got crap!' Disgruntled customer jailed after pulling gun on Chinese restaurant chef
A 62-year-old man has been sentenced to three and a half years' jail for wielding a loaded gun in a NSW Chinese take-away, claiming his his sweet and sour pork tasted like "rocks". ⌘ Read more
Perth restaurateur says allegations he sexually assaulted eight women are 'totally false'
Italian born Alberto Nicoletti, 32, gives evidence in his own defence at his five-week trial on charges of abusing eight women at various locations around Perth. ⌘ Read more
Canberra man pleads guilty to stealing Nick Kyrgios's Tesla at gunpoint
A Canberra man pleads guilty to robbery with an offensive weapon over an incident in which he pointed a gun at tennis player Nick Kyrgios's mother and demanded the keys to his car before driving away in it. ⌘ Read more
Five quick hits — the strangest of caught behind appeals and Hazlewood gets five
Josh Hazlewood bowls like a dream to take a deserved five-wicket haul, including dismissing Kane Williamson in his 100th Test, as Australia burns one review in hilarious fashion before stealing a wicket with a speculator. Here's the five quick hits from day one of the Christchurch Test. ⌘ Read more
Age jokes, fashion with a message for Trump, and a big announcement on Gaza: Key moments from Biden's speech
The State of the Union address rolls around every year, but for US President Joe Biden, the stakes of this speech couldn't have been higher. These were the big moments. ⌘ Read more
Clarkson fined $20,000, handed suspended ban after 'unacceptable' verbal abuse
The AFL sanctions North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson, describing his abuse of St Kilda players Jimmy Webster and Dougal Howard during a preseason match as "highly inappropriate". ⌘ Read more
Sports club defends use of Bluey characters to promote greyhound racing event
The Tasmanian Trotting Club defends the use of cartoon dog duo Bluey and Bingo to promote a Good Friday family racing event — and denies it's in breach of any copyright law. ⌘ Read more
Family of non-verbal man who was allegedly left in car during heatwave speak out as carer faces court
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Dragon Ball Z comic creator Akira Toriyama dies suddenly aged 68 while in the middle of new creations
Akira Toriyama passed away on March 1 due to a serious brain condition, the official Dragon Ball franchise has said in a statement. ⌘ Read more
ABC managing director received 'many complaints' about Antoinette Lattouf on her first day, commission told
The Fair Work Commission hearing into Antoinette Lattouf's dismissal from the ABC hears that David Anderson received "many complaints" about her that he forwarded to colleagues. ⌘ Read more
Football Australia reaffirms support for Kerr amid racial harassment allegations
The governing body has been in touch with Sam Kerr, while appealing for respect for the court proceedings surrounding the Matildas captain's case. ⌘ Read more
Why communal laundries might be the secret weapon in the NT's fight against scabies
Free, industrial washing machines could be the key to eradicating the surging scourge of scabies in remote communities, where the contagious mite has long contributed to the Indigenous life expectancy gap. ⌘ Read more
Relatives of long-dead crew come forward after discovery of 120-year-old shipwreck
The descendants of Alexander Lusher, captain of the SS Nemesis, say seeing the place where his ship was wrecked off the NSW coast has "brought to life … a story that has been in our family forever". ⌘ Read more
The benefits of taking an unhurried approach to home decorating
Dramatic before and after shots of redecorated rooms in our social media feeds can be satisfying to scroll through, but feel out of reach. Taking a slower approach to home decorating can help you make more considered choices and improve your environmental footprint. ⌘ Read more
'I was so flattered': What happened when Missy Higgins and Angie McMahon met for the first time
Missy Higgins knows a thing or two about living up to the expectations brought about by a stunning debut album. She invites fellow Melbourne singer Angie McMahon to chat about how she's dealing with the pressure. ⌘ Read more
Rupert Murdoch engaged again, this time to Elena Zhukova
It will be the billionaire's fifth wedding, five months after he stepped down from his News Corp media empire. ⌘ Read more
US to build temporary aid port to deliver Gaza aid as widespread famine looms
A formal conclusion that famine has arrived in Gaza could come next week. But how is a famine officially declared? And as widespread hunger grips the region, why hasn't it been announced already? ⌘ Read more
Tributes shared for Lance Corporal Jack Fitzgibbon after RAAF parachute training death
From his footy club to his father's political opponents, the NSW Hunter Valley community is paying tribute to the 33-year-old and sharing words of love for his grieving family. ⌘ Read more
What happens to coins tossed in the Trevi fountain?**
For hundreds of years, when in Rome, visitors have flocked to the fountain to make a wish, following a storied ritual. Few gave their coins a second thought. ⌘ Read more
Sunburnt fruit getting 'cooked' on the tree as dry spell continues in WA
The Bureau of Meteorology predicts below average autumn rainfall across the South West, with drought conditions across parts of the North West also set to stretch on. ⌘ Read more
Spanish police uncover syndicate allegedly selling fake Banksy pieces for up to $2,480 each
Four people have been arrested as part of the syndicate suspected of selling up to 25 pieces world wide. ⌘ Read more
Former AFL player's son named as man charged with murder of Samantha Murphy
The man charged with murdering Victorian woman Samantha Murphy can be revealed as 22-year-old Patrick Orren Stephenson. ⌘ Read more
WA government rules out compensation for farmers who sheltered sheep during Eyre Highway bushfire
Salmon Gums farmers say they had almost no support from state government when helping support thousands of stranded sheep on an outback highway on a 43-degree day. ⌘ Read more
As we mark International Women's Day — let's do better in covering women's sport
Women's sport is 'booming' but it doesn't automatically equate to sustainable, long-term investment and success. And the media needs to play its part in creating change. ⌘ Read more
Menopause costing thousands of women tens of thousands of dollars in lost super
Superannuation funds warn that tens of thousands of Australian women are being left tens of thousands of dollars worse off in retirement due to career breaks triggered by severe menopausal symptoms. ⌘ Read more
Red Bull staffer suspended as Christian Horner responds to Jos Verstappen claims about his son's future
The Red Bull staffer who made a complaint against Christian Horner is stood down, as Horner responds to claims by Jos Verstappen that his son would walk away from the team. ⌘ Read more
Doctors, teachers may not return to remote outback communities due to 'unreliable' Rex flights
One outback resident forks out almost $4,000 to get home after a 48-hour Rex flight delay and feels "left in the dark" over the airline's failure to communicate. ⌘ Read more
Researchers discover Earth's earliest fossilised forest in UK
Scientists discover the oldest fossilised forest known on Earth, dating back 390 million years, according to a new study. ⌘ Read more
Here are the best superhero, action, horror and sci-fi movies and shows of the year, according to critics
If you're sick of all the Oscar-bait movies with their agonisingly slow pacing, their expensive sets and their conspicuous absence of capes and zombies, here is the awards night for you. ⌘ Read more
'You should be ashamed of yourself': Fighters hit out at Jake Paul over Mike Tyson announcement
Netflix announces Jake Paul and Mike Tyson will fight on July 20 on the streaming service, with some fighters hitting out over the bout. ⌘ Read more
ABC News launches pilot WhatsApp channel as referral traffic from social media giants shows sharp decline
Australia has about 12 million active WhatsApp users. Are they an ABC News audience in waiting? ⌘ Read more
How cows and ABC viewers are helping international families leave poverty and educate children
An Australian charity has significantly expanded its poverty-busting work in rural Cambodia thanks to the generosity of ABC viewers. ⌘ Read more