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Religious leader arrested over historic child grooming allegations
The 73-year-old NSW man and his 58-year-old partner are expected to be charged later today. ⌘ Read more
Lilliana suffered a head injury at her childcare centre. She died the same night
Rashelle's life changed forever when her one-year-old daughter Lilly died after a fall at a childcare centre. But closure has been hard to come by due to multiple reports leaving her cause of death undetermined. ⌘ Read more
Cranbrook School announces independent review into handling of any 'serious child safety' allegations
The school council says the move was part of the "significant work" required to "maintain the confidence of the school community". ⌘ Read more
'Bush Phar Lap' who nearly died at birth makes Queensland racing history
The king of outback horse racing has broken the state record for most races ever won. At the age of 12, owners reflect on how Fab's Cowboy came to reign over an outback realm that nearly killed him as a foal. ⌘ Read more
Margot's revenge dress, John Cena bares all and the Oscars feel the Ken-ergy
This year's Oscars has had plenty of iconic moments, from John Cena streaking through to Ryan Gosling glaming it up as Ken.  Here are the key events so far from the 2024 Academy Awards. ⌘ Read more
Jury told to acquit Newcastle man over ice dealer's shooting death
There was not enough evidence to support a charge of murder against a man who had pleaded not guilty to killing a drug dealer in 2021, a court has heard. ⌘ Read more
Missing Sydney 12yo boy Hussein Al Mansoory found safe after two-day search
Hussein Al Mansoory was last seen at Auburn Memorial Park heading towards the intersection of Station Road and Rawson Street, Auburn, about 10:30am on Saturday. ⌘ Read more
Total fire bans in six SA regions as state swelters through Mad March heatwave
Total fire bans are in place across multiple districts as heatwave conditions continue in South Australia, with Adelaide experiencing its hottest run of overnight temperatures in decades, with dozens of heat-related call-outs to the SA Ambulance Service. ⌘ Read more
Alice Springs politician fined after crash at 'notorious intersection'
NT Country Liberal Party MLA Joshua Burgoyne has pleaded guilty to one count of careless driving following a crash in Alice Springs last year. ⌘ Read more
Truckie with motor neurone disease embarks on 800km lawnmower ride
Warren Acott, 66, was diagnosed with the condition seven months ago. From a pub in Victoria, he is taking a petition to Canberra in the hope of improving knowledge about the disease. ⌘ Read more
Teenager accused of stabbing Emma Lovell pleads guilty to murder
One of two teenage boys accused of killing Emma Lovell during a home invasion in 2022 has pleaded guilty to her murder. ⌘ Read more
Farmers protest '$35 million swamp' as authorities progress controversial flood plan
Farmers and landowners claim a major local, state, and federal government project aimed at reducing flood risks could kill crops and breed swarms of mosquitoes spreading Ross River fever. ⌘ Read more
Teenager pleads guilty to murder of Uber driver on Fraser Coast
The body of 47-year-old Scott Cabrie, who was working as a rideshare driver at the time, was found in February 2023 in Pacific Haven. ⌘ Read more
Father's body found in Queensland dam after two-day search
The man went overboard from a broken-down boat on Kinchant Dam on the weekend. ⌘ Read more
Fans of post-apocalyptic Mad Max films head to tiny outback town where it all began
Cosplay fans joined Emil Minty who returned to the Far West NSW town where he starred as feral kid in Mad Max 2 to celebrate the movie with diehard movie fans from around the world. ⌘ Read more
'No truth' to rumours controversial reef fishing licences will be revoked
The recently introduced NX licences that allow the use of gillnets during a phase-out have been criticised as "unworkable" by commercial fishers. ⌘ Read more
Socceroos star in a stable condition in hospital after suffering nasty head injury in Scottish Cup
Socceroos striker Martin Boyle is taken to hospital after landing awkwardly on his head during a Scottish Cup match between Hibernians and Rangers. ⌘ Read more
Princess Kate photo released by royals removed by agencies over possible 'manipulation'
Major news and photography agencies have removed a photograph of the Princess of Wales, released by Kensington Palace, after doubts arose the image had been "manipulated". ⌘ Read more
Are your days of getting paid tariffs for your rooftop solar power numbered?**
As the take-up of bigger household solar systems steadily increases, are we nearing the point where too much power is being exported back to a grid? ⌘ Read more
Ange urges Spurs supporters to 'get excited' after Villa thrashing
Tottenham Hotspur move to within two points of the Champions League places with a tremendous 4-0 victory over 10-man Aston Villa at Villa Park. ⌘ Read more
Here is the full list of nominees for today's Oscars (updating with winners)
From Anatomy of a Fall and Barbie to Oppenheimer and The Zone of Interest, here is the full list of nominees for today's Academy Awards. ⌘ Read more
Live: Oppenheimer and Barbie gear up for final showdown as Oscars roll out red carpet
It's Oscars day! The Kens are doing their final rehearsals as some of the biggest blockbusters of 2023 prepare to battle it out at the 96th Academy Awards. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Victoria swelters through its worst March heatwave in 80 years
Temperatures across Victoria will reach the high 30s for the third straight day in a run of March heat not experienced since the 1940s. ⌘ Read more
Live: ASX set for early falls as Wall Street retreats
A mixed US employment report and steep fall for market darling Nvidia dragged US stocks lower on Friday, with Australian shares set to follow. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. ⌘ Read more
Tampons, toothbrushes and toasters to have 'nuisance' tariffs cut
Taxes on imported fridges, pyjamas and even dodgem cars will be scrapped in a federal government bid to clear away "nuisances" for businesses. ⌘ Read more
Live: Australia battling to save Test as New Zealand eyes famous victory in Christchurch
New Zealand is on the verge of a rare Test win over Australia on day four in Christchurch, but Australia's middle order is still with a shout of pulling off a dramatic rescue. Follow the action in our live blog. ⌘ Read more
NSW Police 'throwing everything at' search for missing 12-year-old boy
The search for 12-year-old Hussein Al Mansoory has entered its third day, with police continuing their efforts to find the missing boy and imploring Auburn residents to keep an eye out. ⌘ Read more
'Raging' storm hampers search for six skiers missing near Switzerland's Matterhorn
The skiers, five of them from one family, went missing near the border between Switzerland and Italy, police say. ⌘ Read more
Bad weather sees Australian Scott retain aerials title despite not winning any events this season
Australian Danielle Scott defends her World Cup aerials title despite not winning any events throughout the 2023-24 season. ⌘ Read more
NRL quick hits — could this move bring the best out of one of the NRL's most precocious talents?**
The first round of the NRL season is in the books with plenty of teams looking at new futures after their first match of the season. We digest a big weekend of rugby league in the NRL quick hits. ⌘ Read more
Councils fear laws could see CEOs charged with industrial manslaughter over volunteer firefighter deaths
The acting WorkSafe commissioner has confirmed a local government CEO could be personally charged with industrial manslaughter if volunteer firefighters are killed after concerns were raised following the death of a firefighter on the state's south coast. ⌘ Read more
Some of Australia's oldest suburbs could be changed forever under sweeping plans to boost housing
The NSW government's reforms to rezone land near dozens of train stations to allow higher housing density take effect next month. ⌘ Read more
Barbie and Oppenheimer have been going head-to-head this awards season. This is how they have fared
At the box office Barbie came out on top generating $US1.4 billion ($2.1 billion) globally last year, but Oppenheimer has swept the major categories at this year's award shows. ⌘ Read more
AFL quick hits — Pies tall's bizarre moment adds some spice and Blues success rests on the boot of one man
The travelling circus of the AFL's Opening Round sees a Pie poke the Giants, the Blues turn their fortunes around, and a new Swan shine. These are the five quick hits. ⌘ Read more
Scathing report into Sydney tolls reveals 'huge' $195 billion cost to drivers
An independent review has found that Sydney's tolls are putting the finances of private companies ahead of drivers, who are set to fork out $195 billion over the next 36 years. ⌘ Read more
A Canberra business owner asked his followers to share their secrets, and received thousands
Gabe Trew invited his social media followers to share their "secret crush story" to win a dream date just before February 14th, and within 24 hours had received more than 2,000 confessions in his Instagram inbox. ⌘ Read more
Annemieke Mein exhibition highlights artistic value of textile art
For many years, Annemieke Mein's art was dismissed as craft, but now the textile artist's work is the feature of a major exhibition celebrating the work she has created throughout her lifetime. ⌘ Read more
This little blue boat has been in the same spot for nearly 50 years, but a new beginning beckons
It's been a fixture of Hobart's northern suburbs since the 1970s, but the iconic "little blue boat" could be on the move after its owner makes the tough decision to part ways with his beloved vessel. ⌘ Read more
Roads, rates, and rubbish are the cornerstone of local councils. But how well do voters really know councillors?**
New ABC analysis has revealed just how many councillors and candidates across Queensland are members of a political party. ⌘ Read more
Some Australians who opt out of flood cover could be forced to take it on, or risk having no insurance at all
In the wake of the 2022 east coast floods, there are signs some insurers may be considering making flood cover mandatory for new customers. ⌘ Read more
From a uni dorm room, a teenager is waging war on government inaction
What were you doing at 19? Anjali Sharma is trying to change the law. Meet the teenager taking the fight for her generation’s future from the streets to the halls of parliament house. ⌘ Read more
Voters have punished Joe Biden over the war in Gaza. Is Anthony Albanese next?**
Some Labor insiders fear the relationship with Muslim and Arab communities is on the edge amid a growing perception the party has failed to respond to deep concerns about the war in Gaza. Elections in the US and UK suggest the ALP would be naive to ignore a potential backlash at the ballot box, writes Patricia Karvelas ⌘ Read more
First photo of Princess Kate released since undergoing surgery
Princess Kate has taken to social media to thank the public for their support after undergoing abdominal surgery. ⌘ Read more
Perth Lynx gain upper hand in WNBL grand final series after beating Southside Flyers
Perth Lynx hit the ground running in the WNBL grand final series, defeating Southside Flyers 101-79 in the opening game in Melbourne. ⌘ Read more
US military ship sets sail for Gaza to build temporary port for humanitarian aid
The US has dispatched a ship to build a temporary port in Gaza to supply vital humanitarian aid to Palestinian civilians, US authorities say. ⌘ Read more
Arson squad investigates emergency-level blaze that forced evacuations near Bunbury
Bunbury detectives and the arson squad are investigating the cause of a suspicious fire that threatened lives and homes in Dalyellup across the weekend, the third suspicious fire in the Bunbury area in under two weeks. ⌘ Read more
'Really bizarre': AFL to investigate Mason Cox's pre-match stunt
Collingwood premiership player Mason Cox will have to explain himself to the AFL after shoving GWS ruck coach Shane Mumford before Saturday night's match in Sydney. ⌘ Read more
Tributes flow for Point Cook woman found dead in bin
A Point Cook woman whose body was found inside a bin beside a dirt road in regional Victoria has been remembered as a "lovely", "friendly" person who adored her young son. ⌘ Read more
Fire rips through mulch facility as SA swelters through heatwave
As South Australia endures another day of severe heat, dozens of firefighters have been kept busy by a large industrial fire at a mulch facility which has sent large amounts of smoke over Whyalla and surrounding areas. ⌘ Read more
Search resumes for missing father in Kinchant Dam
Search resumes for 40-year-old father who disappeared in Kinchant Dam during a family day out. ⌘ Read more
Live: Dolphins and Cowboys close out Round 1 in all-Queensland battle
The Dolphins will begin their sophomore season against North Queensland to close out the first round of the NRL. Follow all the action in our live blog. ⌘ Read more
WA mum trades singing in her paddock for recording an EP in Nashville
Shenai Johnston grew up writing songs in the bush, but when her mum died, she stopped singing. Now she is taking her dream back. ⌘ Read more
DJ withdraws from WOMAD over treatment of Palestinian group
British-Lebanese electronic music producer Saliah condemns WOMADelaide music festival organisers over a decision to leave a Palestinian group off the line-up, saying the decision demonstrates "incomprehensible logic". ⌘ Read more
Police seek several men over 'large hooning event' in Logan
Police are trying to identify several men who attended a "large hooning event" on Saturday in Logan after three marked police cars were damaged. ⌘ Read more
The strange world of crocodile hairballs and the Queenslanders who collect them
Anyone with a pet cat will have borne witness to the nauseating process of hairball expulsion, but it is also necessary for crocodiles. ⌘ Read more
Outback council gets just $23k a year to manage fires along one of Australia's major highways
After another bushfire closes the Eyre Highway, the Shire of Dundas says it needs more support to battle the massive fires in the Great Western Woodlands. ⌘ Read more
Alice Springs couple allegedly robbed at knifepoint in their own home
Armed with edged weapons, the offenders allegedly demanded money, cigarettes and alcohol, with one offender holding a knife to the female victim's throat. ⌘ Read more
How can I stop overthinking everything? It starts with recognising 'hot thoughts'
It's like a vinyl record playing the same part of the song over and over. With a record, this is usually because of a scratch. Why we overthink is a little more complicated, writes Kirsty Ross. ⌘ Read more
The complicated legacy of the 50-year-old discovery that rewrote Australian history
Five decades ago, when geologist Jim Bowler brushed sand away from the dome of an ancient human cranium, it changed the way we thought about Australia's past. ⌘ Read more
Sycamore Gap tree seedlings sprout, bringing 'refreshed hope' after landmark was illegally felled
Seeds from the iconic Sycamore Gap tree that was illegally felled in the UK last year are "springing into life" at a specialist conservation centre in an effort to give the tree new life. ⌘ Read more
What should we make of the new Modern Monetary Theory documentary?**
A documentary on Modern Monetary Theory is touring Australia. Gareth Hutchens asks what we should make of it. ⌘ Read more
North Melbourne stalwart Phil Krakouer names AFL greats in racism lawsuit
A statement of claim is lodged in the Victorian Supreme Court alleging multiple AFL greats were among players who racially abused the Krakouer brother in the 1980s. ⌘ Read more
'My mates disappeared': The dads supporting each other in the wake of unbearable tragedy
Matthew McConnell's daughter died when she was just days old. He found himself grieving and lost, but he is stepping up to support other bereaved dads and together they are finding ways to cope. ⌘ Read more
The mid-life mental health crisis many women experience can be crippling — but new treatments are helping
From mood swings and anxiety to full-blown psychosis, many women experience significant changes in their mental health in the years leading up to menopause, but experts say a holistic approach can be key to alleviating the symptoms. ⌘ Read more
Late English drop goal stuns Ireland, as Italy shocks Scotland at home
England's Marcus Smith comes up clutch to down Ireland at Twickenham, while Italy ends a home drought against Scotland. ⌘ Read more
The Oscars are on tomorrow. Here's a red carpet appetiser and a recap of the top films
We're coming to the end of awards season and the Oscars are shaping up as something of a grand final after a long stretch of red carpets, trophies and acceptance speeches. Here's what to expect. ⌘ Read more
'He's quite scared': Police search for Sydney 12yo non-verbal boy who went missing yesterday
NSW Police have concerns for a 12-year-old autistic boy living with Down syndrome who went missing in Sydney's south-west on Saturday morning. ⌘ Read more
Docile, curious bandicoots thriving on fox-free island after close call with extinction
The eastern barred bandicoot was formerly extinct in the wild on the Australian mainland, but an increase in numbers on Phillip Island is giving conservationists cause to celebrate. ⌘ Read more
An Oscars win for Lily Gladstone could be seen as an act of atonement
In the Martin Scorsese-directed film Killers of the Flower Moon, Lily Gladstone shares the screen with Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert De Niro. But most of the accolades have been reserved for Gladstone, who could make history as the first Native American woman to win Best Actress at the Oscars. ⌘ Read more
Cooling performance of NT government shade structure worsening as maintenance costs soar
The $3.3 million Darwin shade structure built in 2018 continues to sizzle in the sun without cover from its slow-growing vines. Through a Freedom of Information request, the ABC has obtained new temperature data from underneath the NT government project. ⌘ Read more
'As long as you're losing money they don't care': Geelong man's warning after online gambling addiction saw him land in jail
Mark Stockwell found the lure and ease of online gambling too easy to ignore — but a growing addiction eventually ruined his life. ⌘ Read more
Rare 'Dreamtime stone' opal to take pride of place in national museum
After unearthing a stunningly rare "Yowah nut" opal in outback Queensland, Dave Darby had a choice to make about where it went. He chose to keep it in Australia and let everyone share in its beauty. ⌘ Read more
Where to watch all of this year's Oscar-nominated films in Australia
Ten films up for Best Picture this year, ranging in tone from a bubblegum-pink blockbuster to a frosty French courtroom drama. ⌘ Read more
Live: Crunch time for Australia's bowlers in Christchurch as New Zealand look to build a lead
Day three in Christchurch could be pivotal in deciding the second Test, with New Zealand hoping to set Australia a significant run chase. Follow the action in our live blog. ⌘ Read more
Why are some people happy to pay more if it means buying direct from farmers?**
Have you ever tried buying food direct from the producer? As the nation watches the ACCC investigation into supermarkets, more farmers are looking at ways to sell direct to consumers. ⌘ Read more
Dumpster divers tell supermarket prices inquiry about 'massive' food waste
The Senate inquiry into supermarket prices hears from people who forage for food in bins and from a farmer who says the major supermarkets' quality guidelines are "almost impossible" to meet. ⌘ Read more
WATCH: South-east Queensland is being inundated with people from interstate. So how can it keep up?**
Brisbane alone is home to as many people as Tasmania, the ACT and NT combined — so it's no surprise one of the biggest issues the south-east Queensland is facing is population growth and development. ⌘ Read more
Israel says it's working to 'narrow the gaps' in ceasefire negotiations
Efforts to secure a deal on a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza are ongoing, Israel's intelligence agency Mossad says, despite dimming hopes for a truce during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. ⌘ Read more
No more glass walls and polished concrete: Kevin McCloud on the future of architecture
The popular British television host and architecture expert shares his thoughts on the current obsession with minimalism and his golden rules of good design. ⌘ Read more
As health services brace for the 'silver tsunami', this hospital is trying something new
In Australia's biggest trauma hospital, doctors are seeing an increase in older patients suffering injuries from falls. They say it is only going to get worse. ⌘ Read more
No more weekend BBQs, family visits or going out. Why Australians are being forced to socially isolate
Australians paint a stark picture of extreme measures taken to save money, telling a cost-of-living Senate inquiry they only leave the house for essentials, no longer see loved ones, and have become socially isolated. ⌘ Read more
As much-needed aid reaches the crossing into Gaza, a group of teen girls stand in the way
A small group of Israelis is using a range of tactics to delay or block the flow of aid into Gaza, saying all supplies should be blocked until the remaining hostages are released. ⌘ Read more
What the word 'asbestos' means to Canberrans who lived through the saga of Mr Fluffy
The recent discovery of bonded asbestos in mulch across Canberra has reminded many locals of the Mr Fluffy saga. But experts say the recently found asbestos poses much less risk than the loose-fill asbestos introduced in the 1960s. ⌘ Read more
It's easy to get a prescription for antidepressants in Australia, but weaning off them can be more complicated
About one in seven Australians are on antidepressants. But there's relatively little official advice for coming off them, meaning people who are trying to taper off their dosage are turning to new apps to help. ⌘ Read more
How do you organise your bookshelf? A librarian, op shop and book designer weigh in
Organising books by colour has helped one op shop in regional NSW sell more. Here are three different ways to organise your books at home. ⌘ Read more
'They keep it secret': First support group for Defence Force sexual assault survivors to fill ADF void
A dedicated meet-up for victim-survivors of sexual assault in the Defence Force arranged by advocacy groups will take place once a month online, and seeks to create a safe space for people to share their stories. ⌘ Read more
Forget van life — this family of eight is living the dream in a bus while travelling around Australia
With two adults, six kids, three dogs and one cat on board, even a 12.5m converted bus is a tight squeeze for the Honeyman family. But they say the freedom and life experience it allows are invaluable. ⌘ Read more
Does gossiping break the fast? Take our quiz about Ramadan
Starting this week, more than 1.5 billion people will be fasting in the month of Ramadan. Take this quiz to find out more about one of the world's largest religious festivals. ⌘ Read more
How did we get here? The Broome incident that was 'confronting' and 'disturbing'
The video was live streamed across social media and showed three primary school aged, tear-streaked children tied together at their wrists with cable ties, waiting for police to show up. ⌘ Read more
American Samoa backs candidate with chances likened to 'ant trying to build a spaceship'
Self-described long-shot candidate Jason Palmer won over American Samoa with virtual town halls and campaigners on the ground. Now he wants to follow up his victory in another US territory in the Pacific. ⌘ Read more
Was racism and bias behind the misdiagnosis of Indigenous man who died less than 24 hours after leaving hospital?**
Dougie Hampson died less than 24-hours after he was misdiagnosed with a cannabis-related syndrome and discharged from Dubbo hospital in August 2021. A coroner has spent two weeks hearing about what led to his death. ⌘ Read more
Farmers' brainwave transforms once-dry region to dairy and grape country
Water is critical to running a successful farm and these 14 Tasmanian farmers have found a way to make sure they won't struggle obtaining it again. ⌘ Read more
Small town, runners disappointed and confused by cancellation of iconic King of the Mountain race on Sunshine Coast
The iconic Noosa hinterland mountain race has been axed following a dispute between the organisers and Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service. ⌘ Read more
Verstappen cruises to another win as Piastri claims fourth in Jeddah
Verstappen was never truly threatened around the streets of Jeddah, finishing ahead of teammate Sergio Perez and Ferrari's Charles Leclerc who rounded out the podium. ⌘ Read more
Winnie the Pooh slasher film named worst movie of the year
These are the worst films and performances of the year, according to the Razzie Awards. ⌘ Read more
Man dies in water skiing incident during race on Murray River
A man has died at a water skiing race during the Euston Robinvale 80 on the Victoria and New South Wales border. ⌘ Read more
WA Nationals leader Shane Love defends opposition alliance despite internal dispute
WA Nationals leader Shane Love insists the agreement with the Liberals is "working well" after MP Martin Aldridge suggested the partnership was "untenable". ⌘ Read more
Sinkhole opens in Sydney's south just days after similar incident
A landslide occurs on the airport side of West Botany Street in Rockdale, about 150 metres away from where a similar incident happened on March 1. ⌘ Read more
Carlton, Brisbane Lions hit with season-ending injuries in Opening Round
Both the Blues and Lions are counting the cost of Friday night's thrilling match at the Gabba, with Sam Docherty and Keidean Coleman both suffering ACL injuries. ⌘ Read more
Murder investigation underway after woman's body found in bin in regional Victoria
Victoria Police are investigating a suspected murder after a woman's body was found in a bin on a remote regional road. ⌘ Read more