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The ACT's new top prosecutor says she expects to be 'briefed' on evidence from Bruce Lehrmann's failed defamation case
Victoria Engel starts work today as the ACT's new Director of Public Prosecutions. She says she expects to be briefed on the defamation case Bruce Lehrmann brought against Network Ten and Lisa Wilkinson. ⌘ Read more
NRL Round-Up: Souths continue to struggle, the Broncos injuries mount and Reed Mahoney's protection services
The Brisbane Broncos are dealing with a big injury issue, while South Sydney and the Warriors just have issues after falling to more defeats. Here's this week's NRL Round-Up. ⌘ Read more
From marsupials to Matildas, how a viral wombat mural changed an ex-chef's life
When Jimmi Buscombe created Gutsy the wombat under a Warrnambool bridge six years ago, he could never have imagined where it would lead him. ⌘ Read more
Will a new scholarship fund for nurses be enough to bridge major gaps in women's health?**
Labor will spend $50 million to fund 1,850 places in the Primary Care Nursing and Midwifery Scholarship Program over four years. ⌘ Read more
Will voters care if SA Labor breaks its promise to fix the 'ramping crisis'?**
In the two years since Labor made the key election promise that helped it win government in SA, ramping has become significantly worse — but failing to fix the crisis may not necessarily cost the government the next election. ⌘ Read more
The Met Gala is tomorrow. Here are some of the iconic looks from past years
The fundraiser is arguably one of the biggest fashion events of the year, with designers showing off some of their boldest designs using the biggest pop culture figures as models. ⌘ Read more
Real Australians understand the value of whistleblowers, but when it comes to the crunch, our leaders are slow on reform
Governments like to be seen to be supporters of whistleblowers, but when it comes to the crunch, perception and reality are two different things and tough talk often becomes hostage to excruciating long delays or watered-down reforms, writes Adele Ferguson. ⌘ Read more
Secret duress alarms, security upgrades part of NSW government's emergency domestic violence package
Women who have left a violent relationship could be given wrist-worn duress alarms and home security upgrades to help them stay in their communities, under a four-year, $230 million NSW government package to combat domestic violence. ⌘ Read more
Is the 'resilient' Australian beef industry primed to thrive after COVID?**
Four years on from the pandemic beginning, has the beef industry found its feet in a changed market or do lingering COVID scars remain? ⌘ Read more
'All the evidence is on you': Why trauma-informed care by first responders is so critical for sexual assault victim-survivors
A Queensland paramedic has established her own training project hoping to boost trauma-informed practice among first responders. ⌘ Read more
The Perth teenager shot dead by police was taking part in a deradicalisation program. Experts say Australia's youth are particularly vulnerable
Saturday's stabbing in Willetton had all the hallmarks of a terrorist attack, according to police, but they stopped short of giving it that label. But questions are being asked about whether Australia is doing enough to counter online radicalisation. ⌘ Read more
Federal budget to haul in extra cash once again, but less than in previous years
Next week's federal budget will once again collect more in tax than expected, raking in an extra $25 billion over the five-year budget forecasting period. ⌘ Read more
Tasmanian metal recycler hoping to resume full operations after 'really concerning' elevated lead levels
A northern Tasmanian metal recycling yard had to partially shut down following concerns about lead exposure linked to dust generated by a shredder. Now the company is trying to resume operations. ⌘ Read more
Women with disabilities fear government response to domestic violence threat will leave them behind
While those fleeing a violent partner are eligible for a $5,000 payment, that doesn't apply to those trying to escape a carer or family member. ⌘ Read more
New laws to stem drug dealers, corrupt officials and dirty money from heating up our real estate market
Buying a home? Soon you won't have as much competition from drug dealers, corrupt officials and criminals with dirty money thanks to new laws and a boost to enforcement. ⌘ Read more
Thousands of patients caught COVID in Victorian hospitals in the last two years and almost one in 10 died, new data shows
Thousands of patients caught COVID in Victorian public hospitals in the past two years and hundreds died, fuelling concerns that health services aren't taking strong enough precautions against airborne viruses. ⌘ Read more
No-one gets a political leave pass because they didn't create the problem. Labor's messy week reveals deeper vulnerabilities
In its messy handling of the case surrounding a violent assault on a Perth grandmother last week, the government has revealed a vulnerability that — without a reset  — could snowball into a lasting and enduring problem, writes Patricia Karvelas. ⌘ Read more
Jewish journalist Antony Loewenstein on why he feels compelled to speak out against Gaza war
Antony Loewenstein's investigations on Israel have earned him acclaim around the world, but within his own community, he has been labelled a traitor. ⌘ Read more
One killed his father-in-law, another ate a victim. Then they survived Putin's deadly deal for freedom
Russia's policy of encouraging convicts to bolster its invasion of Ukraine was simple — survive six months and get your freedom. Some returned to the communities they once terrorised, only to commit new crimes. ⌘ Read more
Hamas attacks Israel-Gaza border crossing, prompting Israel to halt aid deliveries
The attack disrupted critical shipments of food and other humanitarian aid into Gaza, and dealt a new blow to ongoing ceasefire efforts mediated by Egypt and Qatar. ⌘ Read more
Government unveils funding lifeline for cash-strapped uni students doing mandatory unpaid placements
The government announces a new $319 weekly practical payment to ease the financial strain of unpaid student placements. ⌘ Read more
Netanyahu government votes to close Al Jazeera offices in Israel, as PM labels it an 'incitement channel'
The decision is an escalation of Israel's long-running feud with Al Jazeera, which it accuses of bias, and also threatens to heighten tensions with Qatar, which owns the channel. ⌘ Read more
'No you can't get in': Jaci has been left in tears by Sydney drivers refusing to take her guide dog
Jaci Armstrong and her guide dog, Bess, often use rideshare apps and taxis to get around, but it's never simple. The NSW government hopes a massive increase to the fines for refusing service will end the discrimination. ⌘ Read more
Spectacular footage shows US catamaran capsizing as crew are flung through the air
Stunning vision shows the crew of a US F50 catamaran being thrown through the air after their vessel capsized during the pre-race in Bermuda. ⌘ Read more
Oyster weighing more than 3kg wins Australian title, grower waits on world record confirmation
After 55 years growing oysters, Bernie Connell and his oyster 'Jill' look set to break world records after this weekend's Narooma Oyster Festival on the NSW far south coast. ⌘ Read more
This camera captured the horror that unfolded when a knife-wielding teen was shot dead by police
CCTV from nearby businesses shows the crucial minutes that lead up to a knife-wielding teenage boy being shot dead by police in an empty Bunnings car park. ⌘ Read more
Germany flags direct trade in critical minerals with Australia to avoid reliance on China
Germany's foreign minister tells 7.30 her nation was caught out being over-reliant on Russian oil and gas and has urged nations worldwide not to do the same in regards to China. ⌘ Read more
Local football team scores remarkable 516-0 win in Adelaide Footy League game
The Fitzroy Community Club thrashed the Elizabeth Football Club at the round four game in Adelaide's north on Saturday, scoring 82 goals and 24 behinds. ⌘ Read more
Live: The Knights and Warriors look to kickstart their seasons in Newcastle
Newcastle and New Zealand meet for the second time in five weeks, with both sides looking to kick-start their inconsistent seasons. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
'Pleased' Piastri starts sixth in Miami, Max Verstappen on pole
Oscar Piastri will start the race alongside his McLaren teammate Lando Norris who qualified fifth, while fellow Aussie Daniel Ricciardo will start from the back of the grid. ⌘ Read more
Why Sydney FC's gritty championship win was just reward for a season of suffering
It was an ugly, dogged struggle, but within that fight Sydney FC showed why they've become the A-League Women's greatest team. ⌘ Read more
Tokyo labels Biden's Japan remarks 'unfortunate' following 'xenophobic' comment
National Security Council spokesman John Kirby has reassured Japanese allies that the president's remarks were only about conveying the US as "a nation of immigrants". ⌘ Read more
Live: Fyfe named as sub as Dockers head to the MCG to tackle the Tigers
Richmond will be hoping home-ground advantage can play its part as Fremantle travels east, as a gripping round eight comes to a head on a big Sunday of action. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Man and woman charged with murder, torture over death of man allegedly held on rural property for three days
Police have kept an active crime scene in Mount Mee, north of Brisbane, since Wednesday night, with divers and other specialist teams called in. ⌘ Read more
Shug the zebra captured after gallivanting around US state days
Authorities corral an escaped zebra almost a week after it and three others ran out of a trailer on its way from Seattle, Washington to Montana. ⌘ Read more
For Isabella and friends, the key to quitting vaping comes from peer support
At this regional youth centre, vaping has outstripped alcohol and cannabis as the most common addiction. These teenagers tell us how they managed to quit. ⌘ Read more
Forests, inlets and a chorus of wild geese: Nature takes centre stage in this album
Knee-deep in an inlet is not the first place most people would think of when it comes to a recording studio, but it's where Robert Zielinski's music came to life. ⌘ Read more
Live: Major police incident in Perth's south after reports of man with weapon, people injured
A major police investigation is underway in Perth's south after reports of people injured by a man being armed with a weapon. ⌘ Read more
Prehistoric reptiles come to life in amateur Jurassic Park remake
Bringing the world of genetically engineered dinosaurs to life for a low-cost remake is not an easy task, but a team of volunteers is making it happen. ⌘ Read more
Draper's 'disrespectful' comments draw ire of his own coach
Essendon coach Brad Scott says ruckman Sam Draper still has plenty of scope to express his personality and be funny — just not at the expense of an opposition coach. ⌘ Read more
Gallagher says only 30 of 500 frontline gendered violence jobs filled
Federal Minister for Women Katy Gallagher defends the government's eligibility criteria for its leaving violence payment and says states and territories have only filled 30 frontline gendered violence roles ahead of a target to fill 352. ⌘ Read more
'Fish don't lie': Scientists warn red spot disease ulcers are a symptom of sick waterways
Recreational fishers are alarmed about reeling in fish with red raw ulcers on their sides in the Noosa and Maroochy rivers. ⌘ Read more
Melbourne police search for pair who fled scene after man killed in city's south-east
Drivers stop on a busy Melbourne street to help two men attacked in a fatal incident in the suburb of Ormond. ⌘ Read more
Have you ever tried hiking alone? Laura says there's a lot to gain from a solitary trek
A quick scroll through Laura Waddell’s social media feeds reveals she’s learnt a lot on her many hikes — and these treks are often multi-day solo adventures. ⌘ Read more
Waroona residents warn of safety risk due to locked boom gate during bushfire emergency
Several residents living on and near the Drakesbrook winery in Western Australia are frustrated about a Water Corporation boom gate blocking their only southern exit during a recent bushfire emergency. ⌘ Read more
150th Kentucky Derby decided by three-way photo finish, with Mystik Dan winning
Mystik Dan wins the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby, beating Sierra Leone and Forever Young in a photo finish at Churchill Downs. ⌘ Read more
Shark Bay's pristine beauty hides a ticking carbon time bomb, scientist warns
Australia's zero greenhouse gas ambitions could be at risk if a vast reserve of carbon stored beneath the gin-clear waters off WA is released to the atmosphere, says a leading marine ecologist. ⌘ Read more
Home of missing Larrimah man Paddy Moriarty on sale, as tiny outback town looks to future
The tiny town of Larrimah, home to a pink pub and its hungry crocodile, has attracted international attention since Paddy Moriarty's disappearance in 2017. One resident hopes the population will "explode" in coming years. ⌘ Read more
Jo is 42 and has never had sex. She says people's reactions make her feel like an outsider
Three women who have never had sex share their experiences of dating and intimacy, and how they can sometimes feel alone and adrift on a vast sea of gyrating hips and grinding bodies. ⌘ Read more
From outcast to champion again, Hawkesby relishes return home with ALW championships
Mackenzie Hawkesby left Sydney FC last July, returned in December and five months later was the player of the match in their A-League Women grand final triumph. ⌘ Read more
Take a deep breath. This place has the purest air in the planet and it's helping scientists unravel a climate mystery
When the wind blows in from the Southern Ocean, the north-western tip of Tasmania receives the purest air on the planet. For scientists, it's the perfect place to resolve a puzzle that's messing with climate models. ⌘ Read more
Vietnamese backpacker Joy skipped the beaches of Bondi and went straight to working on the edge of the desert
Birdsville is one of the most remote towns in country Queensland, but it's where Joy Nguyệt chose to spend her working holiday. Seven months later, she is in love with the outback spirit. ⌘ Read more
One of the few safe houses in Sydney's west for migrant women runs solely on donations
HER House looks like any other suburban family home in Western Sydney but behind the fence is a haven for South Asian women fleeing violence. ⌘ Read more
How close is Australia's aviation industry to going fully electric?**
Multiple Australian companies are pioneering the country's electric aviation industry. So how are green planes powered, how safe are they, and what will it cost? ⌘ Read more
This mussel grower says his business is at risk, and it's all related to his town's dire need for drinking water
Pressure to secure reliable drinking water for South Australia's Eyre Peninsula is mounting as the region's main water source is quickly depleting. But a prominent aquaculture business says the only solution puts its multimillion dollar company at risk. ⌘ Read more
Ricciardo scores first points of the season with fourth in sprint
Daniel Ricciardo savours his first points of the Formula 1 season, saying it's good to silence some of his doubters. ⌘ Read more
Prize-winning architect charged with illegal building work at Melbourne home
A prize-winning Victorian architect responsible for major community housing projects has been charged with carrying out illegal building work on her own property, and allegedly assaulting a neighbour with a plastic pipe. ⌘ Read more
Narvaez outsprints Pogačar to win Giro d'Italia stage one
Jhonatan Narvaez has the legs to follow Tadej Pogačar as he accelerated towards the finish to catch the leaders, and also beat the Slovenian to the line, with Germany's Max Schachmann taking second ahead of Pogačar. ⌘ Read more
In this small outback town, friends play an epic month-long game of tag
In Longreach, a group of friends spend a month each year trying to tag each other. In the spirit of fun, I decided to join in the game. ⌘ Read more
Tractor Boys end 22-year hiatus with Premier League promotion
Ipswich needed a point to confirm promotion going to the final day of the season as it became the first club since Southampton in 2012 to gain back-to-back promotions from third-tier League One to the Premier League. ⌘ Read more
'It is a beautiful thing being Torres Strait Islander': Why Aaliyah-Jade is forever thankful for her identity
Larrakia-Erub filmmaker Aaliyah-Jade grew up in Sydney, but her connection to her Torres Strait Islander culture remains her 'life force'. ⌘ Read more
How the two most important kicks in football are letting the Brisbane Lions down
With just two wins from seven starts this season, the Brisbane Lions need to nail the fundamentals if they are to turn around their fortunes, writes Cody Atkinson and Sean Lawson. ⌘ Read more
Generation overwhelmed: These kids fought back against a national health crisis — and won
In the bush, 'burbs and on country, these teenagers are fighting a mental health crisis. Spoiler alert: They're winning. ⌘ Read more
There's a mental health crisis gripping kids today, but the way out is a job for all of us
Helping teenagers navigate their mental health is a job for entire communities — not just parents. But how do we support them best? Send us your questions and we'll do our best to find the answers. ⌘ Read more
Is Ozempic obesity’s magic solution or magic illusion?**
Two days after injecting himself with Ozempic, writer Johann Hari woke up feeling something he'd never felt before — not hungry. But is the diabetes drug the magic cure for obesity some people think it is? ⌘ Read more
Do you like your Sunday coffee with a side of shame? Excellent
Back again, I see! I'd say I'm impressed but we both know it takes more than that. Get ready to play, HARD. ⌘ Read more
For the first time, Indonesia won't have a first lady. What will that mean for the country?**
One thing Anthony Albanese and Indonesia's elected president, Prabowo Subianto, have in common, is their marital status when they came into office. This is the first time Indonesia will not have a first lady, but how important is their role? ⌘ Read more
After graduation, these students in Australia may be 'forced' to help a military regime
They came to Australian to make their country better. But returning home may lead them to war. ⌘ Read more
The Met Gala has been called a cliquey 'jerk parade' that lost its magic. Here's why it's worth serious money
Once upon a time, the Met Gala was a simple midnight supper held to raise money for the then-struggling Costume Institute. So how did a dinner with a $50 entry fee morph into the celebrity circus that takes over every first Monday in May? ⌘ Read more
'You could save someone's life': How to act when a friend experiences DV
It can feel hopeless not knowing how to help a friend or loved one who might be experiencing domestic violence. But friends and family can play a huge role in supporting and helping them get to safety. Here is the advice from Aboriginal matriarchs with a wide range of expertise. ⌘ Read more
His disappointing affirmations make millions laugh, but Dave Tarnowksi has serious stuff to say about mental illness
Dave Tarnowski's disappointing affirmations are making millions on Instagram laugh. But his point is serious: As a man who has lived with depression and anxiety his entire life, he wants to strip stigma from mental illness and make people feel seen. ⌘ Read more
Too many Indigenous women live in fear of police and perpetrators. This is what we can do to change that
For decades, Australia has covered its ears to the screams and cries of Indigenous women killed by their partners. What if we used this moment to listen to some of their stories, and put their needs at the centre of the national response? ⌘ Read more
Callum posted on Instagram to kickstart his Mexican surf trip with his brother Jake. Then they vanished
Mexico's north-west coast is a mecca for surfers despite the dangers that lurk on back roads. When two Australians and an American went missing, their loved ones had to piece together the puzzle of their disappearance. ⌘ Read more
HECS changes to see $3b in student debt 'wiped out'
Millions of Australians with student loans will have hundreds of dollars wiped from their HECS debts as the federal government rolls out its plans for cost-of-living relief in the upcoming budget. ⌘ Read more
German government denounces rising political violence after MEP bashed while putting up posters
Matthias Ecke, 41, a member of the Social Democrats (SPD), was hospitalised after being hit and kicked by a group of four people while putting up posters in Dresden, police said. ⌘ Read more
Man and woman injured during violent home invasion south-east of Perth
The attack, which police say happened during a burglary, took place late on Saturday morning. ⌘ Read more
Reds end 25-year drought in Christchurch with stoic defence saving them from late Crusaders charge
The Reds hold firm in the final moments of their clash with the Crusaders to win 33-28 and end a drought that started in 1999. ⌘ Read more
Man accused of knife incident in Melbourne shopping centre appears in court
The 30-year-old man is accused of stealing a knife and threatening two people at Watergardens Shopping Centre. ⌘ Read more
A Chinese flavour of rap music is flourishing as emerging musicians find their voices
In 2018, the censors who oversee Chinese media issued a directive to the nation's entertainment industry: Don't feature any hip-hop artists. Six years later, the genre is more popular than ever. ⌘ Read more
'That's my joy': Broadcaster marks 40 years of calling WA country footy
From commentating make believe games in the backyard to four decades of calling local football, the ABC's Glenn Barndon has made a career out of his love for local sport. ⌘ Read more
Victorian government considers giving police greater powers to protect family violence victims
Police and government are discussing a plan to bypass the courts, and give police the power to permanently ban family violence perpetrators from their victims. ⌘ Read more
'Every car's got a story': Car club boom as collectors leave COVID in rear view mirror
The pandemic accelerated interest in vintage vehicles, with a 25 per cent increase in car clubs across the state since 2019. ⌘ Read more
Weddings, podcasts, anything: This is how live music venues are surviving the cost of living crisis
Alcohol spending has halved while operational costs have tripled at Christian Tryhorn's Gold Coast venue. He says the industry has to get innovative to stay afloat. ⌘ Read more
Live: The Bulldogs are looking to continue their stay in the top eight against Benji's Wests Tigers
Results last week allowed Canterbury-Bankstown to move into the top eight without even playing. They look to extend their stay with the league's top teams against a Wests Tigers side coming off four straight losses. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Flooding in Brazil kills 39 people with 68 still missing and 24,000 displaced
The storms also triggered landslides and the partial collapse of a dam structure at a small hydro-electric power plant. ⌘ Read more
Donald Trump's former top aide Hope Hicks tells court she was asked to deny his affair with Stormy Daniels
Hope Hicks's testimony gave jurors an inside look at Donald Trump's damage control efforts in the waning weeks of his 2016 White House campaign. ⌘ Read more
Live: Swans and Giants face off in hot-tempered and high-stakes Sydney derby
A massive Saturday of footy starts with one of the biggest games of all — a heated Sydney derby between the Swans and the Giants at the SCG. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
After a slow start, autumn fungi hunters who know where to look are finding weird and wonderful species
Tasmania's colourful fungi are putting on a show only in the state's dampest corners after a dry summer and autumn. A fungi enthusiast shares some species to look for when the conditions are right. ⌘ Read more
'We've lost hope for the future': Myanmar junta bans men from applying to work abroad
The move to immediately suspend the issuing of overseas work permits comes after Myanmar authorities announced in February that men between the ages of 18 and 35 were required to serve for two years in the military. ⌘ Read more
Despite impending mass job losses, this 'resilient' coastal town is determined to play on
With the closure of the Ravensthorpe Nickel Project set to wipe out 330 jobs, locals in the southern WA town of Hopetoun say the community has the inherent strength to keep going. ⌘ Read more
From Moe to Paris, Emily's stilettos are stepping out on catwalks around the world
This 26-year-old fashion designer from Moe is making a name for herself on the catwalks of Paris, after working two jobs as a teenager at Kmart and KFC. ⌘ Read more
Getting to know Bent Tip and other elusive killer whales, thanks to citizen scientists
For three decades, the public has been helping scientists log sightings of killer whales along Australia's south-east coast, providing vital data for research into the apex predators. ⌘ Read more
Queensland MP Brittany Lauga allegedly drugged and sexually assaulted on a night out
Queensland police have confirmed they are investigating a sexual assault complaint relating to an incident in Yeppoon last Sunday. ⌘ Read more
David Cameron says he has no objection to Ukraine using weapons inside Russia, Kremlin calls it a 'direct escalation'
British Foreign Secretary and former prime minister David Cameron has said he has no objection to Ukraine using British weapons inside Russian boarders. ⌘ Read more
Minister says Coca-Cola's free groundwater use 'doesn't pass the pub test' after hot, dry summer
Western Australia's Water Minister Simone McGurk says decades-old arrangements allowing millions of litres of groundwater to be extracted free of charge for sale as bottled water should be reviewed as the state faces a drying climate. ⌘ Read more
Video of the Sun's surface shows its 'ever-changing' landscape
The video also showed spires of gas on the Sun's solar horizon, which can reach to a height of 10,000 kilometres. ⌘ Read more
Souths' season gets worse, Murray certain to miss Origin I
Cameron Murray will miss the State of Origin series opener with a hip injury, as South Sydney's horror season goes from bad to worse. ⌘ Read more
Indonesia to relocate 10,000 people after Ruang volcano eruptions
Hundreds of "simple but permanent" homes would be built in northern Sulawesi to facilitate the permanent relocations, coordinating human development minister Muhadjir Effendy confirmed, after a cabinet meeting to discuss the volcano which erupted again on Tuesday. ⌘ Read more
First Nations athletes set to take on 'hardest one-day event in the world'
Koorinya Moreton says training with the IronMob for this Sunday's gruelling Ironman Australia Triathlon has helped her redefine what she's capable of. ⌘ Read more
How an underwater boombox and a science experiment could help our endangered coral reefs
Australian scientists are trying to boost coral regrowth. Experiments broadcasting sounds from healthy coral reefs are helping them. ⌘ Read more