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'Still fire in the belly': Kyrgios announces return to the court after year on the sidelines
Nick Kyrgios says he had some tough conversations with himself as he weighed up a return to competative tennis after a year on the sidelines. ⌘ Read more
Australia briefed on IDF's 'independent investigation' into the deaths of seven aid workers in air strike
The Australian government is briefed on Israel's "independent investigation" into an air strike that killed seven foreign aid workers, including an Australian, in Gaza. ⌘ Read more
Horrific crash sees Tour de France champ and rising Australian star hospitalised in Spain
Reigning Tour de France winner Jonas Vingegaard and Australian Jay Vine are among several riders taken to hospital after an awful crash during a race in Spain. ⌘ Read more
'Needle in a haystack': Once thought extinct, rare rock rat found on remote desert cattle station
The habitat of the critically endangered central rock rat was thought to have shrunk to "a speck on the map" but now it's been found at two new Northern Territory sites — and researchers say there may be more populations out there. ⌘ Read more
Emergency teams search water for boat's crew after incident off the Gold Coast
A man has been taken to hospital in a serious condition after an uncrewed boat was found between Runaway Bay and South Stradbroke Island. ⌘ Read more
The phone call that changed Aaron’s life is a lesson for the nation
Aaron was two decades into a drug addiction when a chance encounter turned his life around. Now, he hopes to use his experience to help others. ⌘ Read more
Josh was sick of having to travel at least an hour for gigs, so he and his friends decided to stage their own events
Recent research shows a lack of live music venues in western and south-west Sydney - artist collective Hotter Out West decided to create their own. ⌘ Read more
Why this budding composer may just be Australia's answer to Lin Manuel-Miranda
From Liberal Party boy band bangers to blood-thirsty rap, the actor-turned-composer has a knack for finding humour in dark places — and writing crazy catchy tunes. ⌘ Read more
'My body simply won't allow it': Nadal out of Monte Carlo Masters in another blow to French Open hopes
Tennis great Rafael Nadal announces his body won't allow him to play at the Monte Carlo Masters as doubts grow about his French Open chances. ⌘ Read more
Money for nothing: How airlines are making billions out of loyalty programs
Airlines make most of their profits from air travel, right? Turns out, much of the value of these companies comes from operating in the financial realm. ⌘ Read more
Weekly News Quiz: Australia's new governor-general, a royal easter appearance and a python's odd snack
Are you across this week's news headlines? Put yourself to the test. ⌘ Read more
For 20 years, Play School presenter Teo Gebert has been helping kids 'imagine and play'
Being the "silly one" on television is a "dream job" following a personal tragedy that changed the course of Teo Gebert's life and career. ⌘ Read more
When Kristine's house burnt down she had nowhere to go. She and her four children now live in a tent
Perth's housing crisis shows no signs of easing, and for one young family of five it means living in a tent is their only option. ⌘ Read more
Live: NSW premier and emergency services officials to provide update on rain event
Premier Chris Minns will give an update on the wet weather response as Sydney was hit with the most rainfall overnight. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
'Human intervention is often a hindrance': How to be a friend to magpies
We often live closely alongside and interact with magpies. So, where is the line when it comes to giving wild birds a helping hand and what can we do to assist them? ⌘ Read more
As the Alice Springs youth curfew continues, tourism operators are 'at breaking point'
The Alice Springs tourism sector is calling for an urgent federal support package as some operators report their "worst Easter ever". ⌘ Read more
'Gut-wrenching': Thomas Mayo reflects on failed Voice campaign six months after referendum
One of the faces of the unsuccessful Yes campaign for an Indigenous Voice to Parliament, Thomas Mayo reflects on a "gut-wrenching" referendum loss and personal attacks against him. ⌘ Read more
These neighbours thought zoning laws would protect their rural lifestyle. Now, 'high-density living' is on the way
Residents of a hamlet only five minutes from one of Australia's most strategically important air bases find themselves on a collision course with a powerful construction firm. ⌘ Read more
Live: ASX set to slide as Wall Street drops on Fed rate fears
The Australian share market is set to open firmly in the red, as US stocks drop after Federal Reserve officials suggest rate cuts may come later this year, or even next. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. ⌘ Read more
Three die in highway crash involving two trucks in South Australia
Three men are dead after a road train and a truck collided on the Eyre Highway, about 27 kilometres west of Yalata, on South Australia's west coast. ⌘ Read more
Broken Hill medical practice creates staff creche to attract and retain workers amid child care shortage
Heather Pearce always had trouble attracting qualified professionals to her Broken Hill medical practice for long-term roles— until she made sure their kids had child care. ⌘ Read more
Two men, two starkly different ideas for Brisbane's Olympics — but there's one thing they agree on
Graham Quirk reveals a conversation with International Committee member John Coates about the debate tarnishing the Games. ⌘ Read more
Mushy fish syndrome, the catch no angler wants to hook, becoming more 'prominent' in NSW
It turns fish flesh into mush, is difficult to detect, and there are fears the parasite is moving further south in New South Wales waters. ⌘ Read more
Former Seven producer Taylor Auerbach to give second day of evidence in Bruce Lehrmann defamation
Former Seven Network producer Taylor Auerbach will today return to the Federal Court witness box to give a second day of evidence in former Liberal staffer Bruce Lehrmann's defamation case. ⌘ Read more
This celebrity chef is a DC legend. Could Israel killing his aid workers push Washington to change course?**
Washington's powerful denizens regularly dine at José Andrés's restaurants, but it's his humanitarian work that's earned him real respect and influence. And now, he's heartbroken and furious. ⌘ Read more
Mother says Aboriginal children were given detention for refusing to stand for national anthem
A mother who requested her children be allowed to "sit silently" during the national anthem claims she was left with no choice but to remove them from their private Christian school after staff issued an "ultimatum" to stand. ⌘ Read more
Flood warnings activated across New South Wales as torrential rain showers eastern Australia
Torrential rain across New South Wales and Queensland brings weather and wind warnings, raising concerns over flooding between the Blue Mountains and Narooma. ⌘ Read more
Free lunch, golf driving range, kombucha on tap – what does it take to get workers back in the office?**
Employers are stepping up their game to entice staff back into the office. But, not all perks are created equal, with some — like offering a longer holiday — proving more effective than others. ⌘ Read more
Farmers on Tasmania's usually green King Island are struggling with drought conditions
It's been the driest February and March on record for King Island and parts of south-east Tasmania. Some areas have received welcome April rain, but farmers elsewhere are struggling. ⌘ Read more
The boardroom drama for control of Disney had a warring billionaire, clever ploys and a vanquished rival
A years-long stand-off between two men over the future of Disney has finally come to an end. This is what we know about how chief executive Bob Iger vanquished investor Nelson Peltz. ⌘ Read more
'Immediate ceasefire is essential': Biden tells Israel support for Gaza war depends on new steps to protect civilians
US President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speak, days after an IDF strike killed aid workers — including an Australian — delivering food in Gaza. ⌘ Read more
JackJumpers and Devils can 'defend the island' together, says basketball team head
The Tasmania JackJumpers entered the National Basketball League three years ago and won their first title on Sunday. The club's chief executive, Christine Finnegan, says she wants to work with Tasmania's start-up AFL club, the Tasmania Devils, and the two clubs can "defend the island" together. ⌘ Read more
Driven by 'land hunger', this man started Victoria's colonisation in 1834. It quickly became a 'disaster'
Hearings at Victoria's Yoorrook Justice Commission have shone a light on the violence that underpinned the state's colonisation in the 1830s, truths the commission hopes will pave the way to a more mature understanding of Victoria's past and present. ⌘ Read more
Outgoing Victorian ombudsman accuses Daniel Andrews of not respecting her office in final interview
Victoria's outgoing ombudsman fires parting shots at former premier Daniel Andrews, accusing him of not respecting her or her office, and calls on the current government to be brave in its reforms. ⌘ Read more
Australians are heading into their first peak RSV season with access to vaccines – but not everyone is eligible
RSV vaccines are available for Australians for the first time this winter, and grandparents like Linda Baumann can't wait to get their jab. ⌘ Read more
Myanmar resistance groups launch rare drone attack on capital Naypyitaw
Groups opposing the military junta claim they launched a successful mass drone attack on the country's capital but the army insists there were no casualties. ⌘ Read more
Australians in Taiwan during the earthquake recount moments of 'violent' shaking and noise
Western Australian Labor MP Tania Lawrence, and Brisbane-native Peter Dunstan were in Taiwan when an earthquake hit. They say the shaking was aggressive and the strongest ever felt. ⌘ Read more
Australia's women cricketers complete Bangladesh sweep in Dhaka
Australia beats Bangladesh by 77 runs in the third T20 International, completing a clean sweep of the series on their women's cricket tour. ⌘ Read more
'Destructive and damaging': New parliamentary inquiry raises alarm on economic abuse
The Parliamentary Joint Committee on Corporations and Financial Services will look at existing laws, the possible role of banks, and public awareness of what is considered a more hidden form of family and domestic violence. ⌘ Read more
Family disappointed as sentence handed down on anniversary of NSW crash that killed woman and three children
Wendy Elizabeth Chattaway had pleaded guilty to some charges related to the fatal crash in southern NSW last year, after a predatory driving charge was dropped earlier this year. ⌘ Read more
Price concerned NT could become a 'lockdown territory' due to wave of youth crime
The Northern Territory senator says youth crime in the Alice and other parts of NT has risen due to the circumstances children are being brought up in. ⌘ Read more
Live: Storm stars return to face resurgent Broncos
Melbourne will be welcoming back some of their biggest names, including superstar five-eighth Cameron Munster, when they take on Brisbane tonight. Follow all the action in our live blog. ⌘ Read more
Convicted paedophile and alleged cult leader with alleged 'dangerous interest' in young girls set to be released on bail
Last month, the alleged cult leader and convicted paedophile, William "Little Pebble" Kamm, was arrested with his partner over the alleged grooming of a child. He's now on track to be released on bail. ⌘ Read more
'I was a bit embarrassed': Tigers' David Klemmer apologises for outburst at Eels' Clint Gutherson
David Klemmer says there was no malice in his exuberant celebrations following the Tigers' win over Parramatta. ⌘ Read more
Renewed calls for federal help to save 'jewel of the north' amid crippling airport costs
A South Australian city haemorrhaging money to keep its airport open has reignited calls for a national airport security screening levy. ⌘ Read more
Live: Gather Round gets underway in Adelaide as embattled Crows take on in-form Demons
The AFL has headed to Adelaide for Gather Round, and it's the hometown Crows who will kick off the festival of footy against Melbourne. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Angus Taylor ties himself in knots over an airstrike as the Coalition tethers itself to Israel
The Coalition have clearly decided they are backing the Israeli government all the way. But this has left them seemingly unable to condemn actions that led to the death of an Australian aid worker. ⌘ Read more
'Lives saved' as pill testing at Rabbits Eat Lettuce festival detects wide array of drugs
Data from Australia's biggest festival pill testing service shows MDMA and ketamine were prevalent at the Rabbits Eat Lettuce festival, with new psychoactive substances also showing up. ⌘ Read more
The crane used to haul away the Francis Scott Key bridge had a secret role in the Cold War
The crane has taken many roles over the decades but it's most notable operation until last week was a secret mission to retrieve a sunken Soviet submarine. ⌘ Read more
Visual analysis indicates Gaza aid convoy 'struck deliberately' in multiple precision strikes, experts say
A group of international experts analysed images and geolocations of wreckages to offer their views on the deadly Gaza aid convoy strike, which Israel claims was "unintentional", blaming it on "misidentification". ⌘ Read more
US official says Australia's AUKUS submarines could be used to fight China in war over Taiwan
Breaking from the usual reluctance to tie Australia's deal to acquire nuclear-powered submarines to tensions with China, America's second most-powerful diplomat suggests AUKUS subs could be deployed in any war over Taiwan. ⌘ Read more
'Like talking to your dad': Ciraldo denies rift with Bulldogs boss Gould
Bulldogs coach Cameron Ciraldo has denied a rift with club boss Phil Gould, but did admit the pair has their share of "healthy disagreements" from time to time. ⌘ Read more
Author of The Husbands wouldn't have chosen hers if she'd seen his dating profile — which proves her point
Lauren has a unique problem. Her attic is producing an endless supply of husbands. That's the set-up of a new novel called The Husbands by Australian author Holly Gramazio, who says she wouldn't have picked her own husband if she'd encountered him online. ⌘ Read more
Former NSW minister Gareth Ward's sexual assault trial delayed
The NSW MP's trial was set to start on Monday, but that date has been vacated by the District Court in Sydney. ⌘ Read more
Bruce Lehrmann's defamation case resumes with evidence from former Seven Network producer Taylor Auerbach
Former Seven Network producer Taylor Auerbach is testifying in Bruce Lehrmann's defamation case, after swearing in an affidavit saying he was instructed to delete communications with Mr Lehrmann, before Seven aired its first exclusive interview with the former Liberal staffer in June. ⌘ Read more
Australian lab-grown meat with 'perfect' texture hits the shelves in Singapore
The first product from an Australian cell-cultured meat company has today gone on sale in Singapore, where the Japanese quail cell parfait can be found in high-end restaurants. ⌘ Read more
'Hate to be in his shoes': Olyroos coach's explanation for latest Irankunda snub
Olyroos coach Tony Vidmar believes he is protecting wonderkid Nestory Irankunda by leaving him out of the U23 Asia Cup squad. ⌘ Read more
Albanese demands Israel make public investigation into air strike that killed aid workers
The prime minister says it "isn't good enough" for Israel to dismiss as an accident an air strike that killed seven aid workers, including one Australian, calling for the investigation to be made public on its completion. ⌘ Read more
Dozens arrested or reported in one day during shoplifting sting in Adelaide's CBD
A police crackdown in Adelaide's CBD has netted 48 people for shoplifting offences and recovered about $7,000 worth of allegedly stolen items in a single day. ⌘ Read more
China sends police delegation to 'assist' Tonga after Australia says it should have 'no role'
The visit comes ahead of a critical meeting of Pacific leaders later this year, with officials seeing the meeting as yet another sign that China is intent on pushing its presence in the region. ⌘ Read more
NSW man to seek costs from Victoria Police after cold case murder charge against him is dropped
Newcastle man Peter John Wetzler will seek court costs after a murder charge was struck out in relation to the disappearance of his fiancee 40 years ago. ⌘ Read more
The world's oldest man, who attributes health to daily nip of liquor, dies aged 114
Juan Vicente Pérez Mora, who was a month away from his 115th birthday, is history's fourth oldest male whose age has been officially ratified. ⌘ Read more
After 150 years of a seemingly 'never-ending' battle, is the eradication of foxes from Australia even possible?**
Australian farmers, and native fauna, have been in a losing fight against foxes for more than 150 years and while bounty hunters have been busy, there is still no end in sight. ⌘ Read more
Should 16-year-olds be allowed to vote? These teens think so
Sixteen-year-olds can learn to drive, get a job, pay taxes and be on the Organ Donor Register, but they are considered too young to vote. Should they also have a stake in deciding their future? ⌘ Read more
Indigenous farmers facing racism, death threats hope to change attitudes in industry
Less than 1 per cent of Australia's farming workforce identifies as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, but a growing movement is trying to increase opportunities for Indigenous people in the sector. ⌘ Read more
Walters puts faith in son of a gun as Broncos wait for the all-clear on star Walsh
Broncos coach Kevin Walters says there is no exact timeline on Reece Walsh's return, as Tristan Sailor takes the number one jersey for their clash with the Storm. ⌘ Read more
Police negotiating with children on Don Dale roof after overnight riot
Police say six children are still on the roof of the Don Dale youth detention facility following a riot that started on Wednesday afternoon, which saw a police officer taken to hospital and a building set alight. ⌘ Read more
Rescue efforts continue after nine killed and hundreds injured in Taiwan's biggest earthquake in 25 years
Search and rescue mission continues after the earthquake led to collapsed buildings and landslides in Taiwan. ⌘ Read more
Dingo ran in 'at speed' to bite girl at K'gari as rangers say animal may be collared
The nine-year-old girl was bitten while wading in shallow water at Yidney beachfront, on the eastern side of the island. Rangers say the male dingo involved is one they have been "watching for a while". ⌘ Read more
Man and woman from NSW Riverina charged with manslaughter over toddler's death
The two-year-old boy died after being taken to Griffith Base Hospital with significant head injuries. ⌘ Read more
Cassowary bridge that cost $40m leaves 'a lot to be desired' after finishing over time, budget
Critics of a world-first cassowary bridge in Far North Queensland say the controversial crossing may be too steep for the endangered birds to use. ⌘ Read more
Major highway closes in SA after reports of serious truck crash
The Eyre Highway is closed as emergency services respond to reports of a serious crash involving two trucks near Yalata. ⌘ Read more
Could this 405,000-hectare cattle station be the biggest smart home in Australia?**
Technology helps keeps running things smoothly on Prenti Downs and station manager Jack Carmody says it has a massive role to play in the industry. ⌘ Read more
Catch up on the shortlist for the $60,000 Stella Prize with our reading guide
A provocative debut, a revealing memoir of an open marriage and the latest novel from an Australian literary giant are among the six books shortlisted for the 2024 Stella Prize. ⌘ Read more
Finally, after a long blockage, it's now legal in WA to take a plunger to a toilet or change a showerhead
As part of law reforms regulating plumbing in the state, it is now legal for residents to do small plumbing jobs in their own homes. ⌘ Read more
'Absolutely heartbreaking day': Racing world mourns after Italian jockey dies two weeks after fall in Canberra
The horse racing world mourns after Stefano Cherchi, 23, dies two weeks after suffering head injuries in a fall in Canberra. ⌘ Read more
Nicola's pain was so bad she has chosen not to have kids in case it returns. A GP once told her 'it's all in your head'
Nicola Dobson says the pain of endometriosis feels like her insides are made of Velcro that she can't rip apart. But when she spoke to her family doctor, she was referred to a psychologist. ⌘ Read more
Australia's chicken farmers say they're going backwards due to unfair treatment by processors
Chicken is the most affordable meat in Australia but growers say they receive as little as $1 for every kilo of meat they provide. ⌘ Read more
Shaun bought this Arnhem Land house in November, but is still paying rent to live there
Nhulunbuy residents say mining giant Rio Tinto is responsible for housing sale delays in north-east Arnhem Land. ⌘ Read more
One week into a youth curfew, what do Alice Springs locals think?**
As the two-week youth curfew in Alice Springs hits the halfway point, here's what locals think about the measure. ⌘ Read more
Outback rescue sparks calls for travellers to carry 'critical' emergency technology that saves lives
Alyse Foley's family were among 29 people "caught completely off guard" when a river at East Leichhardt Dam in Queensland rose suddenly on Saturday night. The group were rescued thanks to a camper with a satellite-enabled smartphone. ⌘ Read more
Live: ASX to rise, Wall Street little changed on unclear rate cut timing
A small gain on Wall Street is likely to send Australian stocks higher, while the US Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell reaffirmed the need for more debate and data before interest rates cuts. Follow the latest updates in our live blog. ⌘ Read more
Aerial brumby cull closes parts of Kosciuszko National Park for six months
About 20 per cent of the park will be inaccessible to the public as authorities work to reduce its 17,000-strong wild horse population. ⌘ Read more
Shakya is among a growing number of non-Muslims fasting during Ramadan
During this year's Ramadan, many non-Muslim people are choosing to fast in solidarity with the people of Gaza. ⌘ Read more
Fed up with badly behaved tourists and obnoxious influencers, Bali has a new tax and a new list of rules
Australians in Bali for holidays have been left confused by a new $15 tourism tax and efforts by police to enforce payment. ⌘ Read more
Queensland set for a drenching these school holidays
Rain, rain and more rain is forecast for the remainder of Queensland's school holiday period, but tourism experts hope it won't ruin holiday-makers' plans. ⌘ Read more
Two major news networks now embroiled in Bruce Lehrmann's defamation action
Television news and current affairs in Australia has traditionally been a competitive pursuit, so it's no surprise that two television networks have been caught up in the response to one of the most notorious criminal allegations in recent Australian history. ⌘ Read more
Federal MP 'delivered' multi-million-dollar contract to company that hired his wife to run 'character building' craft workshops
An ABC investigation has uncovered the details in material promoting Mr Entsch's wife Yolonde as the LNP candidate for the state seat of Cairns. ⌘ Read more
Gold Coast double drowning victims remembered as 'two of the nicest people in the world' by family
The family of Dharmvir and Gurjinder Singh, who drowned on Easter Sunday in a hotel pool, say words cannot explain their gratitude for the community support they have received as they come to term with their loss. ⌘ Read more
Torrential rain is expected to trigger a flood watch for Sydney and dozens of rivers across QLD and NSW
Sydney is on flood watch alongside at least 30 rivers across NSW and Queensland as torrential rain is expected to pummel eastern Australia in the next 48 hours. ⌘ Read more
AFL Gather Round kicks off today with more than 200,000 tickets already sold
The football begins tonight night when the Crows take on Melbourne, with Adelaide desperate for its first win. ⌘ Read more
Twenty-five years on from the highs and woes of Waverley, a new stadium sparks political football
It was supposed to be one of the world's biggest stadiums, now all that remains of Waverley Park is the shell of a stand. And with a fight on its hands over Hobart's AFL stadium, what has the league learnt from its most ambitious build? ⌘ Read more
No more monkey business — Thai city of Lopburi wages war on monkey mayhem
Local officials have announced a plan to rein in the population of macaques — who are a cultural symbol and tourist attraction — after encounters left visitors battered and bruised. ⌘ Read more
Is your child listening safely? How to protect young ears from too much headphone noise
Kids are increasingly wearing headphones and earbuds but the noise they're exposed to could be damaging their hearing, experts warn. So here's what you can do to help prevent that. ⌘ Read more
More than 100 towns rely on this outback freshwater source – but what if it was contaminated?**
There are fears that injecting liquefied CO2 into a freshwater reservoir that underlies almost a quarter of the continent could contaminate the water supply for more than 180,000 people. ⌘ Read more
Why these Melbourne coffee businesses are swapping shopfronts for mobile vans
For years, Arun Subba has been immersed in coffee. But after more than 14 years working as someone else's barista, he decided it was time to hit the road and become his own boss. ⌘ Read more
One in 16 votes at Tasmania's recent state election didn't count, and it's got experts calling for change
This year's state election returned a near-record rise in the number of votes that couldn't be counted, and experts are looking for a solution. ⌘ Read more
Outraged or unmoved? How one tragic death in Gaza delivered two very different political responses
There have been "tipping points" since the war in Gaza began nearly six months ago. But this week's deadly Israeli air strike on an aid convoy may prove to be one of the most significant and on one side of Australian politics the response has been fury. ⌘ Read more
Ex-Spanish soccer federation head Luis Rubiales detained amid corruption probe
Rubiales has denied a series of what he calls false claims made by Spanish media, including that he accepted bribes, and says his earnings are a product of his work and savings. ⌘ Read more
'Very dangerous' severe thunderstorm to hit south-west Brisbane, weather bureau says
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a warning for a "very dangerous" severe thunderstorm threatening areas south-west of Brisbane on Wednesday evening. ⌘ Read more