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NT gambling laws are being overhauled. Here's why that will have national consequences
The Northern Territory is Australia's least populated jurisdiction, but gambling laws set to be debated — and passed — in the NT parliament this week will govern betting companies across the country. Here's why. ⌘ Read more
'If they haven't cried yet, they might need to': Pomonal tries to rebuild after bushfire 'hell'
A month after fire devastated the small Victorian town of Pomonal, residents are returning to pick up the pieces. Despite a mammoth fundraising effort, the cost of demolishing the wreckage will prevent many from rebuilding what was lost. ⌘ Read more
The aviation sector is contending with a worker shortage and experts say it's a 'reputation' problem
There are fresh warnings Australia is facing a skills shortage in the aviation industry. Thousands of workers – from baggage handlers to engineers – were sacked during the COVID-19 pandemic. ⌘ Read more
The main venues of the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games have changed. Here's the new plan
Queensland Premier Steven Miles ruled out a new stadium in Victoria Park, and a Gabba rebuild. Here's what that means for the 2032 Games. ⌘ Read more
Regulator flags belated power price relief for some, more pain for others
Benchmark electricity prices are set to fall for hundreds of thousands of customers but will rise for others under changes flagged by the country's energy regulator. ⌘ Read more
Australian program says it's on track to be first nation to 'strategically and safely' lower early birth rate
Data from the federally-funded Every Week Counts national pre-term birth prevention collaborative suggests it has prevented about 4,000 babies from being born early since 2021. ⌘ Read more
Australia's environmental scorecard went down in 2023, but in some ways the country 'dodged a bullet'
Australia's environmental scorecard worsened in 2023, but the country fared better than much of the rest of the globe, according to a report from the Australian National University (ANU). ⌘ Read more
Looming 3G network shutdown raises questions for customers already experiencing drop outs, black spots
Telstra and Optus are confident services won't suffer when they switch off their 3G networks later this year but rural landholders with patchy reception are not convinced. ⌘ Read more
What weapons hope does Ukraine have if the US keeps struggling to send military aid?**
Ukraine is ammunition-starved and losing ground to Russian troops, but the US hasn't sent weapons in months. Analysts say the situation is already dire on the frontline and there's concerns military funding woes will only get worse. ⌘ Read more
Ashleigh is scared she could 'drop dead on the spot' as she waits months to see a cardiologist
Waitlists to see cardiologists are blowing out in regional Queensland, prompting urgent calls from The Heart Foundation for more services across the state. ⌘ Read more
'Playing to people in the burbs' built Australia's rock revolution, Peter Garrett says
A TV show, radio station and smoke-filled pubs: Peter Garrett explains what drove Australia's rock revolution. ⌘ Read more
'Take your hand out of me': Samantha asked for an epidural three times during labour but was dismissed
Women say they're being routinely delayed or denied epidurals when giving birth because of mistaken beliefs about their impact on labour. ⌘ Read more
New nukes and medals for having 10 babies: What to expect in Putin's next term
The Russian president's reign is set to continue for another six years, but his country faces numerous challenges, including a declining population, a devastating invasion of Ukraine and increasing international isolation, writes Riley Stuart. ⌘ Read more
Melbourne woman's home broken into days after her body was found
Just days after Chaithanya Madhagani's body was found in a wheelie bin in Victoria, two people allegedly broke into her house. ⌘ Read more
New Zealand brothers charged in Thailand after allegedly assaulting a police officer
Thai police say the tourists will be banned from entering the country again following investigation, after accusing the pair of assaulting an officer and attempting to steal his firearm. ⌘ Read more
Pakistani airstrikes kill eight people in Afghanistan days after suicide bomber kills several Pakistani soldiers
Eight people are killed in Pakistani air strikes targeting suspected Taliban hideouts in Afghanistan — with officials promising "consequences" for the attacks. ⌘ Read more
Chief scientist backs renewables, calls nuclear power 'expensive'
Australia's chief scientist Cathy Foley tells Q+A that any assessment of energy sources should be guided by evidence. ⌘ Read more
First-of-its-kind billion dollar clean energy project backed by federal government
As the race towards developing green hydrogen plans continues, the Australian government says it's throwing $1.6 million behind a giant billion-dollar project in outback WA. ⌘ Read more
Greens push for powers to break up Coles and Woolworths 'duopoly'
The Greens will introduce a bill to parliament that would create powers to force Coles and Woolworths to sell parts of their business if they were found to be misusing their market dominance — an idea also backed by the Nationals. ⌘ Read more
Israeli troops raid Gaza's al-Shifa hospital, reports of casualties
Israeli troops raid the compound of Gaza's al-Shifa hospital in an operation that Palestinian health authorities say has caused multiple casualties and set off a fierce fire. ⌘ Read more
'Right when I began to lose hope, the good news came': Palestinians get Australian visas reinstated after days in limbo
Twenty-three-year-old Hani had almost given up hope when his temporary visa to Australia was reinstated after he spent four days in limbo at an airport in Istanbul. ⌘ Read more
'Hope we move on': Former Haas boss Steiner on the Red Bull texting scandal
Formula One. It's a sport where no one is short of cash but the gulf between the top and bottom teams has increased as former Haas team principal Guenther Steiner knows all too well. ⌘ Read more
This food delivery rider spoke up against Hungry Panda. Then they called the police on her
After Joy spoke out about low pay and rider safety she says Hungry Panda retaliated by reducing her delivery orders. ⌘ Read more
Murder accused awaits bail decision over interference concerns with 35 potential witnesses, court hears
A woman accused of murdering her ex-wife remains in custody over concerns that granting her bail to her previous address in Adelaide's south would place her near 35 witnesses in the case against her, a court has heard. ⌘ Read more
Opposition criticises Farrell for questioning if US is Australia's most trusted ally
Australia's Trade Minister Don Farrell has come under fire from the opposition for declaring he's "not sure" the United States is Australia's most trusted ally, instead arguing New Zealand is. ⌘ Read more
Former Qantas staff 'dragged to hell and back' after COVID illegal sacking return to court seeking millions
A union representative said affected workers have "lost properties", felt dislocated and experienced "family breakdowns" after the airline outsourced their jobs in August 2020. ⌘ Read more
'Mum guilt is real': Lauren Jackson's Paris Olympics decision comes down to her kids
Australian basketball legend Lauren Jackson says she will not go to the Olympic Games in Paris, but if she is to have a change of heart she will need both of her sons to give her the go-ahead. ⌘ Read more
Accused online predator allegedly took 10-hour round trip to exploit children
New court documents reveal further details about alleged Sunshine Coast-based sexual predator Dion Lingard, who police say used social media to procure and exploit underage girls. ⌘ Read more
NSW planning official at centre of land rezoning controversy cleared of corrupt conduct
Katie Joyner, a planning department official, was accused under parliamentary privilege of using secret information to buy a house in a Sydney suburb set for rezoning. ⌘ Read more
Activists film hunters swinging ducks by their heads as SA shooting season begins
Members of the public will submit a complaint to the state's environmental regulator after taking video of hunters allegedly using unapproved methods to kill ducks in south-east SA. ⌘ Read more
Uber had a 'move fast and break things' strategy. Now it's paying for the damage
After once being described as coming to Australian shores "illegally, like pirates", Uber has agreed to pay millions in compensation to thousands of taxi drivers and operators. Here's what that means for the rideshare giant, its competitors and consumers. ⌘ Read more
Gone 'too soon': Balga stabbing victim was due to start new job as man accused of her murder faces court
As the family of 22-year-old Mauwa Kizenga remember her as a "lovely" soul, the man accused of her murder faces a Perth court. ⌘ Read more
Dutton's nightmare nearly comes true as Liberals dump senior woman for top ballot spot
Liberal preselectors opted for backbench senator Alex Antic as their top ballot pick, relegating shadow cabinet minister Anne Ruston to second, leaving questions about the party's commitment to female candidates, writes Brett Worthington. ⌘ Read more
GPs calling for pause on 'absurd' payroll tax, warning vulnerable patients will be biggest losers
The South Australian government has denied imposing payroll tax on general practices will exacerbate ambulance ramping despite a peak medical body saying vulnerable patients will be worse off and forced into emergency departments when most clinics pass on the cost. ⌘ Read more
Horse trainer Darren Weir accused of intending to corrupt 2018 Melbourne Cup outcome
Facing a tribunal hearing with his former assistant trainer and stablehand, Darren Weir has admitted to using an electric shock device but denied allegations he intended to corrupt the outcome of races. ⌘ Read more
Deal on key gas tax could be months away
The federal government's much-delayed plans to shake up a tax on the offshore gas sector remain stuck in federal parliament, with a deal to pass them seemingly months away. ⌘ Read more
Bystander 'just jumped into action' to pull three drowning men from Victorian waters
The woman who pulled three men from the water at a beach near Victoria's Apollo Bay says the unpatrolled beach is dangerous. ⌘ Read more
Serena and Roger are long gone, Rafa is limping and Novak is losing — it's an unsettling and exciting time for tennis
Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Serena Williams had the tennis world on their shoulders for 20 years. As the landscape shifts, it's worth remembering they are outliers for a reason, writes Jon Healy. ⌘ Read more
Man killed in suspected hit and run in Sydney's east identified as lawyer Mitch East
Mitch East has been remembered as a "highly talented lawyer" by his law firm after he died in a suspected hit and run in Sydney's eastern suburbs yesterday. ⌘ Read more
Some Palestinians' Australian visas reinstated but others remain trapped overseas
Several Palestinians who had their temporary Australian visas cancelled last week are still awaiting clarity from the federal government, however others have had their visas reinstated. ⌘ Read more
Soldier who died in parachute training exercise remembered as 'a larrikin and a professional' during funeral
Hundreds of people, including Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, have attended the funeral service for Lance Corporal Jack Fitzgibbon, who died during a training incident earlier this month. ⌘ Read more
Young guns encourage next generation to get involved in 'athletic' shearing industry
Shearers Ethan Harder and Ethan Gellatly have been named WA's first shearing ambassadors, and plan to break down some of the stigma associated with their industry. ⌘ Read more
Liz Hicklin just made her stand-up comedy debut at the age of 93. Here's how she did it
When was the last time you did something that frightened you? Liz is 93 years old and, decided to take on the world of comedy. Be like Liz. ⌘ Read more
Image of ocean rubbish wins wildlife photography contest
Ryan Stalker says his photograph of a soccer ball floating in the ocean with a colony of goose barnacles growing off it highlights the problems with marine waste. ⌘ Read more
A sheep-farming town is one of WA's most diverse communities. What is its secret to living in harmony?**
More than 50 language groups call this small country sheep-farming town in rural Australia home. ⌘ Read more
Fowler scores and helps lead Manchester City to victory after finally starting on field
Matildas star Mary Fowler gets a full 90 minutes for Manchester City and makes the most of her opportunity in the process. ⌘ Read more
This endangered butterfly is a fussy eater, so a nursery is helping grow its food
A Victorian plant nursery is growing a native shrub to help expand the habitat of the golden-rayed blue butterfly, found exclusively in western Victoria. ⌘ Read more
Former prisoner angry over 'backwards' move to boot women out of purpose-built jail
Denni Boddington says programs at Greenough prison changed her life for the better and fears the effects of women being pushed out to make room for men. ⌘ Read more
This hobby could bring you face to face with a shark, croc or some of the best fishing Australia has to offer
It's a high-adrenaline hobby with its fair share of risks, but even those who've witnessed shark attacks are still spearfishing. ⌘ Read more
Live: ASX set to fall as iron ore drops below $US100 a tonne, Wall St slips
The ASX is set to drop amid further falls in iron ore as China's economy sputters, and another decline on Wall Street on Friday. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. ⌘ Read more
NRL Round-up: Broncos have a Reynolds problem, a Manly giant grows up, and the Eels feel dudded
From injury concerns to one of the greatest tries we've ever seen in the history of the game, the second round of the NRL delivered in spades. Here are the biggest talking points from the weekend's action. ⌘ Read more
'Not everyone will agree': Olympic review suggests Gabba rebuild be scrapped
The results of an Olympic and Paralympic infrastructure review by former lord mayor Graham Quirk suggest a more expensive greenfield stadium be built for 2032. ⌘ Read more
Live: Prime minister, opposition leader attend funeral of former defence minister's son, new member for Dunkley to be sworn in
Anthony Albanese, Peter Dutton and Richard Marles will be away from parliament on the first sitting day as they attend the funeral for Lance Corporal Jack Fitzgibbon, the son of former defence minister Joel Fitzgibbon. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Emergency crews called to hot air balloon incident in Melbourne
Emergency services are responding to reports of a fall — believed to connected to a hot air balloon incident — at Preston in Melbourne's north. ⌘ Read more
What do you get when a tradie in her 30s and a public servant in her 60s team up? A hilarious comedy duo
Sarah Stewart and Caitlin Maggs make an unlikely comedic duo that's selling out shows at this year's Canberra Comedy Festival. ⌘ Read more
Uber to pay Australian taxi operators $272 million in class action settlement
The international rideshare giant has agreed to the payout to compensate Australian taxi and hire car drivers, operators and licence holders for losing income and licence values when it moved into the Australian market. ⌘ Read more
Greens swing at Brisbane City Council poses greater threat to Labor than the LNP
The Greens have increased their vote in the Brisbane City Council election, but it has not really been at the expense of the LNP. ⌘ Read more
AFL Round-up: Horror start for flag favourites, Clarry's magic moment and Rowell's insane stats
The first full round of the 2024 AFL season delivered in spades, with some clubs already facing serious questions and others celebrating brilliant starts to their campaigns. Here are the biggest talking points from round one. ⌘ Read more
This Cairns mum was shocked at the volume of tuna imports to Australia, so she created an alternative
When Kate Lamason discovered that 99 per cent of the 50,000 tonnes of tinned tuna Australians eat every year came from overseas, she decided to do something about it. ⌘ Read more
Linda has an 'escape fund' in case her relationship goes south. Should you?**
'Escape funds' may seem less relevant than they were for our mothers and grandmothers, but some experts say they are common sense and a way to feel 'safer' in relationships. ⌘ Read more
Bird quiz: What species is best with faces and how did the rosella get its name?**
Let's find out how well you know your backyard birds. Will you get the squawk of approval? ⌘ Read more
A quiet revolution threatens to change everything in our lives, yet there's little national debate about it
Before the government does anything to regulate and legislate AI, we need to have our own reckoning as a community about how we want to use this technology or face having those decisions made for us again, writes Patricia Karvelas. ⌘ Read more
Two dolphins found dead near Bunbury as advocates warn people not to 'love them to death'
It can be tempting to dive into the ocean when a dolphin is spotted, but wildlife authorities in Bunbury want people to take some simple steps to avoid harming the curious creatures, and to always dispose of rubbish and fishing lines properly. ⌘ Read more
Inmate charged with murder after man's body is found in cell at NSW prison
NSW Police are investigating the death of a prisoner who was found unresponsive in a cell at Parklea Correctional Centre. A 20-year-old inmate has been charged with his murder. ⌘ Read more
Decades since it was named, little is known about a debilitating disease that affects 250,000 Australians
Lying on his bed 24 hours a day in complete darkness, Dan Harris's life is slipping away. His parents want money put into research to help the quarter of a million Australians with myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome. ⌘ Read more
There is not a man in sight at this vet clinic, but you might find some kids in cubby houses
From letting them wait inside for the school bus to building cubbies in animal cages, one veterinary clinic is doing what it can for children to help their mums continue working. ⌘ Read more
'A kick in the pants with steel cap boots': What do two 'very bad' by-elections mean for Labor in Queensland?**
Labor would face an electoral wipe-out in Queensland if last weekend's by-election results were repeated in the October state election, but the LNP isn't taking anything for granted. ⌘ Read more
Stamp duty is holding us back from moving house — and that's bad news for the economy
Stamp duty is an unquestioned part of buying a home in Australia, making it easy to overlook how affordable homes would be without it and how many Australians would move if it wasn't there. ⌘ Read more
Divorcee's sunken home to require 'specialist salvage' from Queensland river
Pensioner Ross Day says his houseboat was "a good idea at the time" when trying to find an affordable housing solution on the Sunshine Coast but wild weather turned his life upside-down. ⌘ Read more
'DCP workers actually entered the delivery room': Claims of 'indefensible' baby removals from First Nations mothers
South Australia's Department for Child Protection (DCP) has apologised over claims of "indefensible" practices of removing newborns from First Nations mothers shortly after birth, causing trauma to the mothers, families and health staff. ⌘ Read more
Like 'the Oscars for kids' books': The stickers coveted by authors, illustrators and publishers
Children's book authors and illustrators are thrilled to be on an annual list of notable books, with some describing it as "pinch-me" moment. ⌘ Read more
His last power bill sent single dad Craig into shock. This is how analysts like our chances of dropping prices
Following a horror two years in energy markets, there had been hopes of price relief for consumers. Experts are warning people not to get their hopes up. ⌘ Read more
'Mad' ATO debt recovery is sending some small businesses to the wall
The ATO is chasing more than $34 billion in debts owed by small businesses and self-employed Australians that were put on hold during COVID, and sometimes using aggressive enforcement action to collect the money, which experts say is sending some businesses to the wall. ⌘ Read more
'Vaguely terrifying': When heatwaves hit my city, the media downplayed the role of climate change
Most stories during WA's record-breaking heatwave last month didn't mention the health risks of extreme heat and the link with climate change, despite overwhelming scientific evidence, according to an analysis of how news outlets reported on the event. ⌘ Read more
Abrupt cancellation of Devonport's only autism specific childcare program leaves children and their families in the lurch
Ricardo's mum says the specialised autism program he was enrolled in was "some of the only interaction he got with other children". Now, with that program closed down, she and other parents are at a loss as to what to do. ⌘ Read more
Akram is a trained doctor but can't practice in Australia. Experts say it's a 'frustrating' reality for many
Skilled refugees come to Australia hoping to work in their chosen field, but often face a long and expensive process to get their qualifications recognised. As employers grapple with a worker shortage, these experts say it's a problem worth fixing. ⌘ Read more
'Heritage doesn't really come to mind' when Robyn thinks of her home. But it could soon be heritage listed
Homeowners who bought unassuming houses in Melbourne’s east are left mystified by a surprise bid to heritage protect their properties. ⌘ Read more
Ukrainian drones attack Russian oil refinery and target Moscow on final day of election, Russia says
Russia accuses Ukraine of attempting to sabotage the last day of its elections by launching 35 drone attacks into the country. ⌘ Read more
Olympic review urges scrapping Gabba rebuild for a more costly Victoria Park stadium
The results of an Olympic and Paralympic infrastructure review by former lord mayor Graham Quirk are due to be released publicly on Monday morning. ⌘ Read more
Home Affairs reverses visa cancellations for some Palestinians fleeing Gaza
The ABC understands a number of visa cancellations are now being reversed, with additional security and other checks conducted by Home Affairs now complete. ⌘ Read more
Man arrested in WA's north after allegedly stealing car with woman, child inside
A man who police allege stole a car from a Broome service station while a woman and child were still inside has been charged. ⌘ Read more
Flyers crush Lynx, Lauren Jackson wins sixth WNBL title
Lauren Jackson wins her sixth WNBL title as Southside Flyers crush the Perth Lynx in game three of the grand final series in Melbourne. ⌘ Read more
Prison farm inmates impress celebrity gardener with skills to fill worker shortage
Sabrina Hahn was surprised by the quality and quantity of work being done at a farm in WA's Great Southern region that supplies meat, vegetables, fish and fruit to major metropolitan prisons. ⌘ Read more
One dead, two in critical condition after being pulled from water at Apollo Bay in Victoria's south west
One man has died, two others are in a critical condition after being pulled from the water near Apollo Bay on Sunday afternoon. ⌘ Read more
Live: Roosters and Sea Eagles lock horns in heavyweight NRL clash
Manly and the Roosters both impressed in Las Vegas but only one of them can stay unbeaten as the two sides clash at Brookvale Oval. Follow all the action in our live blog. ⌘ Read more
Brendan the best since Bradbury after surprise World Championship bronze
Australian speed skater wins Australia's first world championship short track speed skating medal in 30 years at ISU Championships in Rotterdam. ⌘ Read more
Police searching for driver of alleged hit and run that killed man in Sydney's east
A 28-year-old man was found on the road with critical injuries in Sydney's eastern suburbs at about 4am today. ⌘ Read more
'A cornucopia of colour': Inside the larger-than-life home of a little-known artist
Claudia Rubinstein's Melbourne home is an Aladdin's cave of trinkets, treasures and floor-to-ceiling art. ⌘ Read more
LNP takes heartland seat of Ipswich West from Labor in by-election
The ABC's Antony Green declares the LNP a clear winner in the formerly safe Labor seat of Ipswich West, west of Brisbane, as counting continues after yesterday's by-election. Labor looks set to hang on in the seat of Inala despite an even bigger swing to the LNP. ⌘ Read more
Foreign Minister Penny Wong weds partner in 'special day' in hometown Adelaide
Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong tied the knot with long-time partner Sophie Allouache in Adelaide on Saturday. ⌘ Read more
Before Drive to Survive, the Adelaide Grand Prix was one of the biggest shows in Formula One
As the Adelaide Motorsport Festival roars back for another year, tens of thousands of fans descend on Adelaide in scenes reminiscent of the Australian Grand Prix three decades ago. ⌘ Read more
All eyes on eight-year-old athletics prodigy who was too shy to take up dancing
Rising star Bella Sansom is smashing records every time she competes and her coach says she has what it takes to take on the world — if she wants to. ⌘ Read more
Police to investigate suspected stabbing in Perth's northern suburbs
A woman has been rushed to hospital after a suspected stabbing in Perth's northern suburbs overnight. ⌘ Read more
Residents lose power and water as Tropical Cyclone Megan dumps big rains in coastal communities
Tropical Cyclone Megan is expected to intensify into a category three system on Sunday evening as the tropical low brings huge rains to Groote Eylandt and causes power outages and flooding in Arnhem Land communities. ⌘ Read more
Politics and race stopped Cymande in their tracks. 50 years later they're being recognised as fathers of hip hop
You might not have heard their name but you've probably heard their music. Cymande broke up more than 50 years ago but their music went on to form the building blocks of hip hop. ⌘ Read more
Vinegar and baking soda is a popular household cleaner — but does it actually do anything?**
How do vinegar and baking soda work and is it worth using them together for cleaning? Let's unpack it. ⌘ Read more
Melbourne Storm star faces NRL ban for referee contact
Halfback Jahrome Hughes may be suspended for two matches if he unsuccessfully challenges a contrary conduct offence following an incident involving referee Chris Butler in the Storm's win over the Warriors. ⌘ Read more
Lava shoots into sky as Icelandic volcano erupts
A volcano in Iceland has erupted for the fourth time in three months, sending orange jets of lava into the night sky. ⌘ Read more
In this remote community, the local shops have gone to the donkeys, but there's hope for change
Daguragu was the first land handed back to Indigenous people by the Commonwealth, but the local economy has stalled. Here's why, and what's being done about it. ⌘ Read more
Aussie takes American barbecue to new heights building 19,000L smoker big enough for 150 briskets
Australians are quickly catching up when it comes to US-style barbecuing, building bigger meat smokers and receiving acclaim from international "pitmasters". ⌘ Read more