Every budget is a tightrope – balancing spending on the now while also preparing for the future. But with cost-of-living pressures biting hard in WA, some feel the government got the mix wrong. ⌘ Read more
Every budget is a tightrope – balancing spending on the now while also preparing for the future. But with cost-of-living pressures biting hard in WA, some feel the government got the mix wrong. ⌘ Read more
It is said that good things come in threes, but not for the Wilsons. They've been battered by three floods in less than a year, forced to raise their roadhouse by three metres, and now face a $3 million damage bill. ⌘ Read more
The Bank of England holds interest rates steady but the governor is "optimistic" about interest rate cuts while US indices lift, continuing a strong run. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. ⌘ Read more
Are you across this week's news headlines? Put yourself to the test. ⌘ Read more
The government has committed to improving the facility in Canberra after a review earlier this year found the AIS should stay in the capital. ⌘ Read more
David Fifita agrees to join the Sydney Roosters after opting to walk out on Gold Coast at year's end and turn his back on three-time defending premiers Penrith. ⌘ Read more
The 1998 death of Matthew Shepard, and trial of his killers, inspired the play, The Laramie Project. Now, a single performance of the play will begin in Sydney next week. ⌘ Read more
Australia records its highest number of asthma deaths in a decade but a peak body says there is no straight answers as to why there has been an increase or why women like Ashleigh Young are more vulnerable. ⌘ Read more
The former Queensland premier talks about life post-politics and her new job at the Smart Energy Council, but won't confirm whether she will join her successor Steven Miles on the state election campaign trail this year. ⌘ Read more
Matthew donates poo to his local stool bank to help treat gut diseases. In the future, faecal transplants may use gut bacteria grown in the lab, not in humans. ⌘ Read more
A part-time pizza delivery driver who lost his wallet says people are using his driver's licence to nominate him for their traffic offences in an identity theft stitch-up. ⌘ Read more
When a traumatic job caused paramedic Peter Vinnicombe to fear for his life, he was plunged into a deep depression. Despite the honour he felt serving as a paramedic, he doesn't think support for former first responders is good enough. ⌘ Read more
Former prime minister Scott Morrison said he wanted a woman to replace him in the very safe seat of Cook. What happened instead has been described as "blatant, arrogant and overt" — a concerted campaign driven by some of the country's most influential figures. ⌘ Read more
Accused by the Nationals of making a wrong call over a controversial carbon capture project, Liberal deputy leader Sussan Ley hits back, exposing a split at the highest levels of the Coalition. ⌘ Read more
As the world decarbonises, Australia's resources sector is hoping for more government support in Tuesday's federal budget to extract and process critical minerals. ⌘ Read more
In the shadow of Uluru, an unprecedented football carnival was quietly held for young First Nations women from remote communities. More than sport was at play. ⌘ Read more
Disappearances are not uncommon in Mexico. But in their haste to close the case of murdered surfers Jake and Callum Robinson and Carter Rhoad, local authorities have left a lot of questions unanswered. ⌘ Read more
The federal Greens are calling for Israel's ambassador to Australia to be expelled, as Israel prepares an invasion of the southern Gaza city of Rafah. ⌘ Read more
Matildas goalkeeper Lydia Williams has announced she will retire from international football after the 2024 Paris Olympics. ⌘ Read more
The Australian Book Industry Awards recognise the talented authors and publishers behind the books that generated the most buzz in the last 12 months. ⌘ Read more
An ABC Investigation has uncovered a series of allegations by former workers blowing the whistle on mistreatment, neglect and excessive use of force against people with disabilities being cared for by NDIS provider Evolution Support Services. ⌘ Read more
Patrick Liedke, 39, was last seen west of Tweed Heads on April 22. His car was found on April 26 on a property nearby. His sister has strong hopes he is still out there. ⌘ Read more
The Dolphins look to stay in the NRL's top four against a Manly team looking to bounce back after their stunning capitulation against Canberra last week. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
ACT police say the 29-year-old man threatened multiple people before a police chase ensued, while a witness says he was arrested with "guns drawn". ⌘ Read more
Carlton's rough run of fixtures continues tonight as it faces Melbourne in a crucial clash at the MCG. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Pro-Palestinian activists camping at the University of Adelaide say fireworks scorched tents when they were let off around their campsite. ⌘ Read more
Notorious bikie Troy Mercanti is awarded costs after rape charges against him relating to an alleged incident in Karrinyup are dropped in a Perth court today. ⌘ Read more
The Northern Territory government has confirmed it's pulling funding from three youth hubs in Alice Springs town camps. ⌘ Read more
Labor backbenchers say they were caught off guard by the government's new gas policy, which the Resources minister says will keep the fossil fuel in Australia's energy mix until 2050 "and beyond". ⌘ Read more
Lewis Alfred Witsel was remorseful and visibly distressed during his sentencing in Port Macquarie over the death of retired reverend David Curtis in 2023. ⌘ Read more
Self-defence instructor Jeff Phillips is teaching young people how to defend themselves from knife crime. His phone has been running hot since the Bondi Junction attack. ⌘ Read more
Police have ramped up patrols in Coffs Harbour after a 45-year-old woman was attacked on a popular walking track, just days after the region was rocked by a murder and a violent robbery. ⌘ Read more
Whether WA can ever develop industries to replace iron ore is a pressing question that appears to have few answers in Treasurer Rita Saffioti's inaugural budget. ⌘ Read more
The US acknowledges its 2,000-pound bombs cause civilian deaths in Gaza and will pause supply on a shipment of the heavy weapons to Israel over concerns about their use in Rafah. ⌘ Read more
Mr Wright is facing criminal charges relating to the aftermath of a helicopter crash which killed his Netflix co-star in 2022. Whether that will go to a trial is now unknown. ⌘ Read more
Another high-profile immigration decision and a rocky relationship with China are likely the last things the prime minister wants to be talking about ahead of the Federal Budget release next week. ⌘ Read more
Beijing's claim that an Australian helicopter was attempting to spy on the Chinese military has been rejected by Defence chief Angus Campbell, who insists the Seahawk was behaving "professionally" when it was targeted by flares. ⌘ Read more
Artem Vasilyev was working as an electrical engineer for the Department of Defence when raids on his Findon home uncovered firearms and substances used to make explosives, a jury has been told. ⌘ Read more
Australian tourists are stranded in Vanuatu after the country's national airline cancelled international flights for four days, while the Vanuatu government considers putting it into voluntary administration. ⌘ Read more
Chief executive Dennis Barnes says Snowy 2.0 will be complete on time despite one of three tunnel-boring machines moving slower than expected. ⌘ Read more
The WA Government has just released its first budget under the stewardship of Premier Roger Cook and Treasurer Rita Saffioti. What's in it for you? ⌘ Read more
In unveiling its Future Gas Strategy, the federal government delivered a political sideshow away from the real conflict that has plagued Australia's economy for years: can we keep enough of the natural gas we already produce on home soil? ⌘ Read more
WA Treasurer Rita Saffioti and Premier Roger Cook will this afternoon unveil their first budget, ahead of the 2025 state election. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
The newly appointed architects for Hobart's waterfront stadium say the earlier artist impression of the site is an example of what the company doesn't want to do. ⌘ Read more
An Australian man has been arrested and charged with alleged drug offences in Bali, local authorities have confirmed. ⌘ Read more
One of modern music's most prolific and celebrated technical and creative talents has died, leaving behind a legacy that includes some of the most influential albums of the past 35 years. ⌘ Read more
A Supreme Court judge has told a panel of potential jurors that it will be alleged Greg Lynn shot Carol Clay and killed Russell Hill, who both went missing while camping in Victoria's High Country in 2020. ⌘ Read more
Celebrants say to "tune everyone else out" and write vows as though you are speaking directly to your partner. ⌘ Read more
Having waited years for a new calf at Ningaloo Reef, researchers say the sight of a new baby killer whale is especially good news after several calves were lost on WA's northern coast. ⌘ Read more
A business case for the creation of an NT AFL side has been released, saying any team would need federal government support but arguing it would boost the territory's economy by $116 million each year and improve liveability, health and social outcomes. ⌘ Read more
Australia and Tuvalu declare there are only a "narrow set of circumstances" where the federal government might trigger a contentious part of the Falepili Union which allows Canberra to veto security arrangements struck by the Pacific Island nation. ⌘ Read more
The so-called super-Earth is among the few rocky planets outside our solar system with a significant atmosphere. ⌘ Read more
David Fifita will depart Gold Coast for Sydney, after telling the Titans he will leave the club at the end of the season. ⌘ Read more
Gold Coast Suns defender Wil Powell is handed a five-game suspension by the AFL's Integrity Unit for directing a homophobic slur towards a Brisbane opponent during Sunday's game. ⌘ Read more
The 58-year-old is alleged to have communicated directly with Nathaniel, Gareth and Stacey Train online, sending messages containing Christian end-of-days ideology. ⌘ Read more
Police say they have located a Victorian man who went missing in the Dandenong Ranges National Park, south-east of Melbourne, more than a week ago. ⌘ Read more
Brisbane City Council's CCTV network has captured almost 1,600 crimes in the past year, with a 20 per cent increase in incidents recorded. ⌘ Read more
WA's largest private health insurer is slashing rebates for weight loss drugs including Ozempic, saying the rise in claims — amounting to 40 per cent of all off-schedule pharmaceuticals — has become unsustainable. ⌘ Read more
The 737-Max 8 aircraft are being flown offshore after the fleet's lease was terminated. ⌘ Read more
The West Kimberley Football League employed security guards, locked gates and banned unaccompanied children from the grounds after a series of sideline assaults and fights in Broome. ⌘ Read more
The former soccer federation chief could face up to one year and 18 months in prison if found guilty. ⌘ Read more
Fiji's former prime minister Frank Bainimarama has been sentenced to one year in jail ⌘ Read more
With youth refuge beds hundreds of kilometres away, police in Mildura often call on sports coaches like Luke Burnham and other community members to give kids in crisis a safe place to sleep. ⌘ Read more
His death was announced by his husband, fellow actor Ben Daniels, who paid tribute to the "kindest, most generous spirited and loving human being". ⌘ Read more
Research shows we're being bamboozled in shopping aisles. Experts share their advice on ways to help dodge the confusion — and reduce your spend. ⌘ Read more
The legendary producer who recorded music for bands including Nirvana, the Pixies, and PJ Harvey dies after a heart attack. ⌘ Read more
The man was showing signs of improving from the alleged assault before his condition "rapidly deteriorated" and he died in hospital 10 days later. ⌘ Read more
Huge patches of forest in Tasmania have rapidly turned brown over recent months, with many trees dying after a dry summer. As climate change causes hotter and drier weather, can we expect more tree deaths in the future? ⌘ Read more
From Hilde, with Love is the opening night film for the German Film Festival, bringing a moving story about love, resistance and family during fascism to Australian audiences. ⌘ Read more
Student veterinarians say they are being also being forced into poverty as their debts grow, and many are abandoning their studies before they graduate. The industry says the government must to do more to help. ⌘ Read more
In an interview with BBC Sport, Australian off-spin bowler Nathan Lyon says he still dreams of winning a Test series in England and India. ⌘ Read more
Training with visual aids, less text, and targeted translation is helping vegetable growers keep their overseas workers safe. ⌘ Read more
A mixed session on Wall Street is likely to send Australian stocks lower, while the Commonwealth Bank's third-quarter cash profit falls 7 per cent. Follow the latest updates in our live blog. ⌘ Read more
As social media algorithms push misogynistic content to teenage boys, other men are trying to model a healthier version of masculinity. ⌘ Read more
Three players are recent victims of attacks in Malaysia, with one in hospital after an acid attack and another had their windscreen smashed. ⌘ Read more
Just over a decade ago, an outback cattle station worker in the NT stumbled across a rare diprotodon fossil sticking out of the red soil. Now fondly known as Shirley, scientists have discovered how old the marsupial is. ⌘ Read more
The former girlfriend of the man believed to be responsible for the deaths of Australian surfers Jake and Callum Robinson tells prosecutors he confessed to her "I f\\*\\*ked up three gringos", a Mexican court hears. ⌘ Read more
Flinders Medical Centre treated patients in corridors during a recent period of high demand, prompting South Australia's doctor's union to report their concerns to the state's safety watchdog. ⌘ Read more
A power station in central west Queensland has received $75 million from the state government to build an additional hydrogen generator. ⌘ Read more
A new study reveals child abuse and neglect are behind up to 40 per cent of all mental health problems in Australia. Survivor Ange McAuley reveals how she is breaking the cycle. ⌘ Read more
A company has been suspended by Queensland's mining safety regulator for providing substandard lung tests to more than 130 coal workers. ⌘ Read more
Residents in a sub-division north of Brisbane are struggling to have their rubbish collected in their narrow street. But planning documents show it meets requirements by the City of Moreton Bay. ⌘ Read more
Knowing how many hours a day you should sit, stand, move and sleep to be at your healthiest sounds like the wellness holy grail. A new study suggests the best way to spend your 24 hours (if you can). ⌘ Read more
A jury is set to be chosen for the trial of former Jetstar pilot Greg Lynn, who is accused of murdering campers Russell Hill and Carol Clay in 2020. ⌘ Read more
Former Treasury secretary Ken Henry has been involved in putting together more budgets than most, and while he can understand the clamour to bring down inflation, he has a different view to most commentators on what role the budget should play. ⌘ Read more
Tens of thousands of young people in China reportedly see their working holiday visa applications expire as the Australian government quietly suspends issuing the visa for Chinese nationals. ⌘ Read more
For the first time in more than 30 years, the profits from business lending is outstripping mortgages. The reason lies in the rise of mortgage brokers. ⌘ Read more
The Commonwealth Home Support Program is meant to provide critical supports to help older Australians stay at home longer, and ease pressure on the aged care system. But older Australians say they are waiting months for help, and often end up having to just pay for supports themselves. ⌘ Read more
The singer of shock rock band Jimmy and the Boys is best known for the hits I'm Not Like Everybody Else and They Won't Let My Girlfriend Talk To Me. ⌘ Read more
A father who lost his son in a fatal bus crash in the NSW Hunter Valley says he is disgusted manslaughter charges were dismissed against driver Brett Button. ⌘ Read more
The former South Australian Human Services minister has revealed the diagnosis came as a shock but she has no plans to stop serving as a shadow minister. ⌘ Read more
From northern Pakistan to Bondi Junction, Muhammad Fahad and Muhammad Taha have been together their whole lives. The former is now helping his friend in his recovery from Joel Cauchi's stabbing and they both want him to stay in Australia. ⌘ Read more
GFG Alliance admits the Whyalla steelworks blast furnace has been damaged during efforts to repair it and the company has pushed back its estimate of when it hopes to restart production. ⌘ Read more
The private capital firm behind Melbourne's $1.75 billion Convention and Exhibition Centre and South Wharf precinct has confirmed it will throw its hat in the ring to fund the proposed AFL stadium precinct in Hobart. ⌘ Read more
Ransomware outfit LockBit once offered a million-dollar bounty for anyone who could 'doxx' its leader. Now governments including Australia's have obliged. ⌘ Read more
The Met Gala gave us hundreds of celebrity looks to pick apart, but can you remember the finer details among all those floral gowns? Take our quiz to find out. ⌘ Read more
The arrest of multiple people over an alleged Russian plan to assassinate Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is the latest in a long line of reported plots. ⌘ Read more
Former treasury secretary Ken Henry has called for a "neutral" federal budget next week, warning against spending cuts while the economy is "on a knife edge." ⌘ Read more
If you paid off your student loan within the past year, you could be entitled to a juicy little tax return. ⌘ Read more
Small businesses are calling on the federal parliament to urgently pass the measure, which was promised last year, but expires on June 30. ⌘ Read more