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NSW government announces plan to roll out hundreds of public EV charging ports
The NSW government announces more than 650 additional EV charging ports will be provided across 16 local government areas over the next 12 months. ⌘ Read more
First cloud band of year to bring rain to most of Australia — just in time for parched regions
A north-west cloud band will engulf Australia this week, signalling a rapid transition away from the monotonous high pressure systems which have dominated recent weather charts. ⌘ Read more
Burning hundreds of litres of diesel just to stay open: Welcome to the rainforest without electricity
Queensland's Daintree Rainforest does not have mains electricity — so many residents are burning hundreds of litres of "dirty" diesel fuel a week just to keep their businesses running. ⌘ Read more
Search underway for mother and baby after evidence of birth found on banks of river in Sydney
NSW Police hold serious concerns for the wellbeing of a newborn baby and its mother after finding evidence the child was born on the banks of the Cooks River in Earlwood. ⌘ Read more
Israeli military prosecutor says 'very grave' Rafah incident being investigated
An air strike on Rafah which according to Gaza health authorities killed dozens of Palestinian civilians has been described as a "very grave" incident by Israel's top military prosecutor. ⌘ Read more
'Concrete progress': Whyalla steelworks blast furnace restarted
GFG Alliance boss Sanjeev Gupta says the blast furnace — which has been offline since mid-March — has been restarted, and steelmaking should begin again next month. ⌘ Read more
Internal email to Nine staff raises 'alleged inappropriate behaviour'
Mike Sneesby, chief executive of media company Nine, acknowledges "serious" claims of "alleged inappropriate behaviour" at the network. ⌘ Read more
Former Kangaroo and Newcastle Knights star Robbie O'Davis to appeal assault conviction
A court has been told former Newcastle Knights star Robbie O'Davis will appeal a conviction for assault. ⌘ Read more
De Goey suffers injury setback as Collingwood's horror run continues
After missing Collingwood's draw against Fremantle with "groin awareness", scans have revealed something more sinister for star midfielder Jordan De Goey. He is now on the club's lengthy injury list. ⌘ Read more
Rents hit record-high across Australia's biggest regions with WA and Qld topping the list
Rental prices in Bunbury and the Sunshine Coast went up by more than 4 per cent in recent months, with three quarters of Australia's biggest regional areas with higher rents than ever. ⌘ Read more
French government to lift New Caledonia's state of emergency in bid to ease tensions on riot-hit island
A state of emergency declared in New Caledonia following riots that have left seven people and hundreds arrested is expected to end on Tuesday morning. ⌘ Read more
'There are very strong formulas': Footy songwriters offer their advice on what the Tasmanian theme should sound like
From GWS to West Coast, the AFL is packed with fresh and reworked theme songs — but is there a formula behind them, and what should Tasmania do with their song? ⌘ Read more
Ex-deputy mayor who killed elderly mother found guilty of murder
A former deputy mayor who killed his elderly mother almost six years ago has been found guilty of her murder after a jury rejected his mental impairment defence. ⌘ Read more
UN committee puts WA's botched Aboriginal heritage laws in global spotlight
The Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination says the Cook government's botched rollout and reversal of changes to the state's heritage laws could constitute a breach of international convention. ⌘ Read more
Visitor to Taiwan hit with $9,000 fine over 'roast chicken and pork combo' lunch box
Taiwan's customs officials issue a fine of NT$200,000 ($9,369) to a traveller for attempting to bring a lunch box containing pork into the country. ⌘ Read more
O'Loughlin becomes 38th Australian to play Major League Baseball
Adelaide's Jack O'Loughlin has made an impressive Major League Baseball debut, pitching three scoreless innings for Oakland against Houston. ⌘ Read more
Woman accused of murdering Queensland police officer swerved to hit him as a 'scare tactic', court hears
Skye Anne Wallis and Kari O'Brien are currently facing a committal in the magistrates court in Brisbane, on charges of murder, arson and unlawful use of a motor vehicle. ⌘ Read more
Mediation talks break down in Hawthorn historical mistreatment case at Australian Human Rights Commission
The manager for Alistair Clarkson and Chris Fagan confirms the Australian Human Rights Commission has ended the claim in the wake of the parties failing to find a resolution. ⌘ Read more
Former teacher's deep shame after describing sexual fantasies of young boys on adult chat line
The former music director at a prestigious north Queensland school lost his job and house but has avoided jail over "depraved" messages. ⌘ Read more
Charlise Mutten's mother says accused killer told her he may need to 'get rid of some evidence', court hears
Kallista Mutten has given evidence in the trial of Justin Stein, who is accused of murdering her daughter Charlise in 2022, in the NSW Supreme Court. Mr Stein has pleaded not guilty to the charge. ⌘ Read more
Farmer 'devastated' at having to cull 500,000 chickens amid bird flu outbreak
In a bid to save Australia's poultry industry from an outbreak of bird flu, one farmer in south-west Victoria is in the process of killing more than 500,000 chickens this week. ⌘ Read more
'Dodgy backroom deal': EPA allows logging to restart after endangered marsupial deaths
Loggers intentionally searched for endangered nocturnal gliders during the day to avoid detecting them and continue logging the Tallaganda State Forest, environmental groups claim. ⌘ Read more
'Evidence has been obliterated': Pathologist unable to determine cause of campers Russell Hill and Carol Clay's death
A Victorian Supreme Court jury has heard the remains of slain campers Russell Hill and Carol Clay were so damaged by fire that an expert could not determine how they died. ⌘ Read more
Calls for cemetery investment after vandals desecrate historic site in Port Lincoln
A cemetery that includes some of Port Lincoln's most notable figures and tells stories of Australia's colonial history has been targeted by vandals, with up to 25 graves desecrated. ⌘ Read more
Shocking examples of racist language and awards within NT Police aired at Walker inquest
The coronial inquest into the police shooting death of Kumanjayi Walker resumes in what are scheduled to be the final days of evidence, with a former member of NT Police's Territory Response Group taking the stand. ⌘ Read more
'I stood my ground': Kelly Rowland addresses run-in with Cannes security guard
Kelly Rowland accuses Cannes security of racial profiling, Lizzo addresses South Park parody and more entertainment news you might have missed. ⌘ Read more
Women notch three of four Australian silvers at World Rowing Cup
Australian rowing star Tara Rigney has proven she will be a red-hot chance for a medal in Paris by pushing Dutch world champion Karolien Florijn all the way to the end at the World Rowing Cup in Switzerland. ⌘ Read more
Outpouring of grief for single mother killed in alleged hit-and-run
Friends of Tash Raven, who was allegedly hit and killed by a driver while walking home, say she was a "sun that lit up the room". ⌘ Read more
People using sticks, shovels and bare hands to recover villagers buried in deadly PNG landslide
Bodies are slowly being pulled out from under vast mounds of rubble and earth in Papua New Guinea's Enga Province after a massive landslide swallowed dozens of homes on Friday, killing at least 670 people. ⌘ Read more
Tempted by a quick fix for the common cold? These doctors say don't bother
Before you reach for a pricey immunity shot, medical experts weigh in on whether there's anything you can do to avoid a cold if you one coming. ⌘ Read more
What will happen if national service is introduced in the UK?**
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced his party will bring back mandatory national service if they win the UK general election. What does this mean? ⌘ Read more
'It has no place in Australia': An anti-Semitic attack on a Victorian school condemned by politicians
Mount Scopus Memorial College was the target of an anti-Semitic graffiti attack that MPs have labelled an 'appalling act'. ⌘ Read more
How the battle of art vs science will define this year's State of Origin series
There was no shortage of surprises in the State of Origin teams for Game I but the basics of the battle between New South Wales and Queensland remain the same as ever. ⌘ Read more
Why increasing satellite 'noise' poses a big problem for $3b outback radio telescope
By 2030, the world's largest radio telescope will be operational in remote Western Australia, but by then tens of thousands of satellites will be blanketing Earth's orbit with radio noise. ⌘ Read more
Parking cost in Brisbane city is now the highest out of the state capitals, overtaking Sydney
New data shows Brisbane CBD has overtaken Sydney CBD as the most expensive place to casually park as demand grows in the city. An expert explains why. ⌘ Read more
Red carpet: Cannes Film Festival wraps up a marathon of fashion
With screening after screening, there are a lot of red carpet events at the French festival. Here's a quick recap of some of the looks we saw this year. ⌘ Read more
WA Premier flags further gun law reform after murder of Jennifer Petelczyc and daughter Gretyl
The murder of two Perth women in their own home has shocked WA and turned political attention to whether the state's proposed new gun laws are tough enough. ⌘ Read more
Sydney Metro's first new train station on City and Southwest line unveiled
The NSW government has announced the completed of Sydney Metro's first new City and Southwest line train station in Waterloo. The development includes new private and social housing to be added to the Waterloo Metro Quarter. ⌘ Read more
Queenslanders will soon pay 50 cents to catch public transport. Here is what you need to know
Queenslanders will pay 50 cents for each trip on a train, bus and ferry from August 5 for any distance and in any direction. ⌘ Read more
Lisa Wilkinson seeking $1.8m over Bruce Lehrmann's failed defamation case, Federal Court hears
Lawyers in a battle over costs in the failed defamation action by former Liberal staffer Bruce Lehrmann are given a month to arrive at a dollar figure. ⌘ Read more
Woman charged after 19-year-old dies in alleged hit and run north of Perth
Police say the teenager was standing next to a van parked on the side of the road early on Sunday morning when she was hit by a vehicle. ⌘ Read more
Why it isn't best for kids to tackle homework straight after school
Homework can be a sticking point for busy families. So, what is beneficial? And what are some strategies to help make it a less stressful part of the day for everyone? ⌘ Read more
Bonza staff futures remain in limbo as administrators given more time to find buyer
The Federal Court grants an extension so the airline can try and avoid liquidation, meaning employees will remain stood down without pay and unable to accept other work for a further two months. ⌘ Read more
19yo killed in fatal crash allegedly involving 16yo driver south of Darwin
A 19-year-old died and four others were taken to hospital following the two-vehicle collision 20 kilometres north of Pine Creek on Sunday. It brings the 2024 NT road to to 23. ⌘ Read more
Australian National University orders students to vacate on-campus Gaza solidarity encampment
In a letter, the ANU says the encampment poses "serious safety concerns" and issued an "immediate and non-negotiable directive" for protesters to leave. ⌘ Read more
How 19 performers from 6 countries help bring this ambitious play about Sri Lanka to life
After his family fled Sri Lanka in the 80s, Tamil playwright S. Shakthidharan wanted to understand his history and culture. The journey he took led him to write an award-winning play. ⌘ Read more
Maroons name Origin squad with David Fifita a shock omission
David Fifta has missed out on Origin selection as Billy Slater names three potential debutants in the extended Queensland squad for Game I. ⌘ Read more
At least 15 people killed in deadly storms across southern US states
At least 15 people have died, including two children, after severe storms hit Texas, Oklahoma and Arkansas on Sunday. ⌘ Read more
Catholic Church facing lawsuit over historic sex abuse allegations at West Australian school
Michael Cornes alleges a clergyman and teacher sexually abused him at St Cecilia's Primary School in Port Hedland during 1994 and is taking legal action against the Catholic Church. ⌘ Read more
'Insane' Tadej Pogačar utterly dominated the Giro d'Italia — now he wants the Tour de France
Tadej Pogačar has been called "unique", "insane" and "on a different level" throughout the Giro d'Italia as he made a mockery of the first grand tour of the season. His indisputable talent is one that deserves all the accolades. ⌘ Read more
Man and young girl dead after rideshare crash in Sydney's south-west
A fatal collision involving a rideshare car on Sunday night has resulted in the deaths of an adult male and young girl, while a 10-year-old boy and the driver of one vehicle are in hospital in a stable condition. ⌘ Read more
Transporting billions of tonnes of freight generates huge emissions. What if it was moved by rail not road?**
About 4 billion tonnes of goods are delivered across the country each year, mostly by road, but one train can carry the same freight as 54 trucks. So why doesn't more freight go by rail? ⌘ Read more
Israeli air strike kills 35 in Rafah where displaced are sheltering days after ICJ ruling to end offensive
Israeli air strikes kill at least 35 Palestinians and wound dozens in an area in the southern Gaza Strip city of Rafah designated for the displaced, Palestinian health and civil emergency service officials say. ⌘ Read more
How the 'Yellowstone effect' is making cowboys 'even cooler' in Australia
The streaming series Yellowstone has become a worldwide phenomenon, and Australians are not immune as they open up their wallets to buy expensive horses, pushing up the demand for trainers. ⌘ Read more
Pat Cummins's Sunrisers 'outplayed' as Mitch Starc delivers Kolkata IPL crown
Mitch Starc blasted into Hyderabad's top order, Travis Head was removed for a golden duck and Pat Cummins admitted his side was "outplayed" as Kolkata won the IPL. ⌘ Read more
The mates who unexpectedly found themselves owning the only butcher shop left in town
Corporate mates Wal Stranger and Max Benaud never planned to own a butcher shop. But it was a love of meat and livestock that led the 20-somethings into a world of retail that was new to them. ⌘ Read more
In Iran and Israel, the internal crises of two bitter adversaries have played out side by side on the global stage
Two of the great adversaries of our time are facing significant internal turmoil with the death of the Iranian president and fresh allegations of war crimes against Israel's leaders. The consequences will play out on the global stage. ⌘ Read more
Book bans are spiking in the US. Are we seeing a copycat trend in Australia?**
The graphic novel Gender Queer: A Memoir is the most banned book in the US — and now activists are trying to ban it here, too. ⌘ Read more
'I'm not the player I was': Tomljanović humbled as four Aussies crash out in Paris
Returning Ajla Tomljanović has been beaten on a day when three Australians got knocked out and another withdrew injured at the French Open. ⌘ Read more
Calls for Service NSW to accommodate residents who cannot visit an office in person to secure photo IDs
The risk of identity fraud means elderly and disabled residents in New South Wales are being denied photo IDs due to a requirement that forces them to visit an office in person. ⌘ Read more
AFL Round-Up: Swans show no signs of slowing down, Cats stumble again and Eagles cop reality check
The Swans keep winning, the Dockers snatch a draw against the Magpies, the Cats slump to another loss, and the Eagles come crashing back to earth. We wrap up round 11 in the AFL. ⌘ Read more
Women's soccer is surging, but the Jaguars are having to store equipment in cars
South Australia's largest women's soccer club is searching for a permanent home as the "Matildas effect" drives more women and girls to the game. But some clubs are having to turn people away because of a lack of pitches, coaches and equipment. ⌘ Read more
The issues following ASIC aren't new — so is an overhaul finally on its way?**
After years of issues and commentators calling for reform, the findings from a parliamentary inquiry into the corporate regulator ASIC are expected next month — with signs that significant changes could be on their way. ⌘ Read more
In a kitchen in Melbourne's south-east young people with a disability are learning crucial skills
For Melbourne siblings Montana and Jamieson, competing in international sporting competitions has been an easier task than finding employment. But one social enterprise is hoping to make finding a job easier for people with disability. ⌘ Read more
Yoghurt company told product not suitable for 'dairy free' claim before woman’s anaphylaxis death, lawsuit claims
A Queensland "dairy-free" ice cream and yoghurt company was told its product wasn't suitable to be marketed as "dairy-free" years prior to the anaphylaxis death of a woman in the UK, court documents allege. ⌘ Read more
Meet the 'echidnapus': Fossils discovered in museum draw may point to Australian ‘age of monotremes’**
The 'echidnapus' is one of newly described ancient monotremes from a fossil hotspot in NSW that could give us more clues about an era when egg-laying mammals diversified. ⌘ Read more
More emergencies than heroin, more arrests than cocaine. Why haven't you heard of this drug?**
Just one millilitre too much can trigger an overdose. We went to a music festival to learn how the "blowouts" hitting Australian hospitals start. ⌘ Read more
It's a Monday morning in an outback courthouse and 73 people are waiting outside
Australia's domestic violence scourge is dominating headlines around the country. But in country towns like this one, harrowing stories of abuse are just another Monday. ⌘ Read more
As we enter Reconciliation Week, it is once again Indigenous Australians shouldering the burden of navigating a path forward
In the first Reconciliation Week since the defeat of the Voice to Parliament, the inability of our national discourse to reflect on its significance is stunning. It is, again, Indigenous people who have quietly been doing the heavy lifting on what should come next. ⌘ Read more
How four generations of Australians are reshaping our workforce for the better
Baby Boomers who used telex machines in their first jobs are working alongside Generation Z colleagues who have always had a smartphone. With more of us living — and working — for longer, how are we making it work? ⌘ Read more
How culinary icon Kylie Kwong channelled the 'overwhelming energy' of grief
Kylie Kwong has been at the top of the Australian food scene for three decades. Now she reveals her surprising next chapter, as she continues to channel unimaginable grief into a force for good. ⌘ Read more
Britain's NHS nightmare has forced some doctors to move to Australia in search of a better lifestyle
After a decade working in Britain's besieged NHS, Harshal Deshmukh had had enough. So he headed to Queensland, and hasn't looked back. ⌘ Read more
Thinking about buying an electric car? Find out how much greener they really are
Whether you drive an electric car or are considering making the switch, you've probably been drawn into a discussion about whether they are really better for the climate. To save your next barbecue encounter, we have put two cars to the test. ⌘ Read more
Monaco Grand Prix stopped after 'monster of an accident' on lap one
While pole-sitter Charles Leclerc and Australian Oscar Piastri were battling for the race lead, carnage behind them forced the red flag to be waived as debris was strewn across the streets of Monaco. ⌘ Read more
At least 800,000 people evacuated in Bangladesh ahead of Cyclone Remal's landfall
Schools are closed and volunteers deployed to the region as Cyclone Remal bears down on Bangladesh's southern coast, with gales and gusts of up to 130 kilometres per hour expected. ⌘ Read more
Hamas launches rockets towards Tel Aviv for the first time in months
Warning sirens are heard in Tel Aviv for the first time in four months after the armed wing of Hamas ⌘ Read more
UN agency confirms over 670 people feared dead after Papua New Guinea landslide
The International Organisation for Migration's chief of mission in Papua New Guinea said the scale of impact was greater than initially thought. ⌘ Read more
Infrastructure upgrades announced to address 'catastrophic failure' with residents 'smelling sewage multiple times a day'
Many new home owners in Adelaide's north are currently relying on vacuum trucks to empty sewage tanks. The government has blamed the former Liberal government for the shortfall in infrastructure. ⌘ Read more
Hiker swept into water spends night on cliff ledge at national park in Sydney
A 27-year-old man was winched to safety after spending Saturday night stuck on a rock ledge in the Royal National Park south of Sydney. ⌘ Read more
Mariners captain announces retirement a day after club's historic win
Danny Vukovic announces he is stepping down as a player and will be joining the club's coaching team as a goalkeepers' coach. ⌘ Read more
Light plane appears to only just make Sydney runway as it narrowly avoids trees and rooftops
Aerial footage shows the aircraft flying right above suburban houses before it lands and skids across a taxiway, tipping onto its wing on the grass. ⌘ Read more
Protesters say they will lose access to Victorian state forests under a plan to establish more national parks
Hundreds gathered at a rally, calling on the Victorian government to reject a proposal to establish more national parks, which they say would lock out users and impact regional economies. ⌘ Read more
British PM Rishi Sunak announces plan to bring back mandatory national service
Under the proposed plan, which would come into effect if Mr Sunak's Conservative Party wins the UK general election, 18-year-olds would either join the military full-time for a year or volunteer one weekend a month in community services. ⌘ Read more
Spiders and frogs return to cotton farms as industry cleans up its act
Once devoid of insect life, Australian cotton paddocks are now teeming with spiders and other animals as the cotton industry moves further away from pesticide use. ⌘ Read more
Live: Walsh and Walters return for Broncos against Titans in derby
Reece Walsh and Billy Walters are back for the Broncos, who face the Gold Coast Titans in the Queensland derby. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Disney songwriter behind hits like Jungle Book's I Wanna Be Like You and It's a Small World, dies aged 95
Richard Sherman, the writer behind songs in classic Disney movies such as Mary Poppins and The Jungle Book has died at the age of 95, the film and entertainment company said. ⌘ Read more
Forgotten memento discovered ahead of shot at Paris Games
Jocelyn Bartram is hoping to continue her family's Olympic tradition. And a long-lost keepsake from the 1956 Games in Melbourne could be with her in Paris this year. ⌘ Read more
19yo woman dies after alleged hit and run north of Perth
WA police say the teenager was standing next to a van parked on the side of the road early Sunday morning when she was hit by a vehicle. ⌘ Read more
Live: Hawks desperate to return to winners' list against Lions
Hawthorn is aiming to bounce back after last week's late collapse as it hosts the Brisbane Lions, before Melbourne meets St Kilda, and Adelaide clashes with West Coast. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Blind big-game fisher wants more people with disabilities to have the chance to achieve their dreams
Caleb Murray was exhilarated catching a giant southern bluefin tuna in rough seas off South Australia's south-east. ⌘ Read more
Exotic dancer film Anora wins top prize at 2024 Cannes Film Festival
The film beat 21 other finalists, including entries directed by Francis Ford Coppola and David Cronenberg. ⌘ Read more
One dollar a day commutes: Queensland government announces 50-cent public transport trial
Bus, train, ferry and light rail fares will be dramatically reduced as the Queensland government hopes to "give people a reason to get back to public transport". ⌘ Read more
This rural community has saved the primary school and pub. Now it's time to save the general store
The Victorian town of Guildford, population 360, is determined to buy their local general store, and the small community has form. They've campaigned to reopen their primary school and pub. ⌘ Read more
Why 'crushed' sporting star is determined to bounce back from Olympics heartbreak
Australia's top trampolinist Blake Rutherford found out he had a spot on the Olympic team just days after breaking his neck at training. He's drawing inspiration from his hometown sporting hero Anna Meares. ⌘ Read more
Kids with autism are at higher risk of drowning, but one solution could be learning to surf
Hundreds of children with autism are taking part in a free program teaching them surfing skills, giving them greater confidence around water and helping them to make new friends. ⌘ Read more
Has Australia got milk for 83 million Indonesian school kids?**
At a trade conference in Jakarta this week, all eyes were on Indonesia's multi-billion-dollar plan to provide school students with free lunches and milk. ⌘ Read more
Vested interest groups putting themselves before Australia is a time-honoured tragedy
Australia is good at producing things, but it has excelled at producing vested interest groups that control key sectors of the economy. ⌘ Read more
Eleanor graduates with first-class honours as she pursues dream career in palaeontology
Eleanor Beidatsch is used to overcoming the odds, but even she thought a career in palaeontology would be a bridge too far. ⌘ Read more
Jess Hull lays down Olympic marker with Oceania record
Jess Hull finishes second at the Prefontaine Classic in Oregon after running a new Oceania record in the 1,500m, while athletic's biggest rivalry wrote its latest chapter as Josh Kerr gets the upper hand over Jakob Ingebrigtsen. ⌘ Read more
This ship is spying on what dwells beneath the ocean surface. This is what it's finding
Vaguely military in appearance — garish blue and green paint scheme notwithstanding — the vessel bristles with radar, sonar and other monitoring equipment. The object of its scrutiny has scientists worried. ⌘ Read more