The UK prime minister reportedly left the 80th-anniversary commemorations to do an election interview, having called a snap election for July. ⌘ Read more
The UK prime minister reportedly left the 80th-anniversary commemorations to do an election interview, having called a snap election for July. ⌘ Read more
Even Lauren Brown wasn't sure how her shot at field goal in the dying stages of the second women's Origin clash would go but as the ball rose from the sodden turf, the Queensland playmaker knew she and her teammates had pulled off something special. ⌘ Read more
In his victim impact statement, Brent Cruse wrote, "When I looked down, I saw my foot was completely crushed". Mr Cruse said he worked as a labourer before the incident but would now be reliant on Centrelink payments. ⌘ Read more
Kim Heptinstall died after surgery in 2019, and in the hours afterwards Travis Paul Barnard changed the beneficiary of her superannuation to himself, gaining access to more than $300,000. ⌘ Read more
21-month old Sandipan Dhar died in hospital with leukaemia after his parents raised concerns with GPs and hospital staff on several occasions about a persistent fever. ⌘ Read more
Former AFL premiership player, Daniel Kerr, has avoided more jail time for repeated domestic violence offences against his ex-partner over six years. ⌘ Read more
A former prominent Canberra basketball coach and player, Jesamine Wheeler, fronts the ACT Magistrates Court on four charges of child sex abuse against a 15-year-old girl in 2009. ⌘ Read more
Poor access to the gold-standard, medically recommended morning-after pill in regional and remote areas is undermining women's reproductive health, experts say. ⌘ Read more
Lucy Durack is one of Australia's best-known and busiest leading ladies. Here, she shares some of her tips for unwinding. ⌘ Read more
Family and friends remember a beloved big brother and talented rugby league player who was brutally taken from them in a ferocious stabbing frenzy. ⌘ Read more
The New York architect accused of murdering multiple women and leaving their corpses scattered along the Long Island coast kept a “blueprint” of his crimes on his computer, prosecutors revealed. ⌘ Read more
The Victorian government's announcement of the first new gas extraction project approved in a decade has been met with mixed reactions, with some saying gas is still necessary while others believe "enough damage has been done". ⌘ Read more
The search for British TV doctor Michael Mosley is ramping up after he went missing in Greece. Here's what we know about the circumstances surrounding his disappearance so far. ⌘ Read more
The illegal use of ketamine reached a record high in 2023 in Australia. But as ketamine rises in popularity, so too do new chemical cousins of the drug — and their long-term side effects are "an unknown, unknown". ⌘ Read more
Scottish woman Fiona Harvey is seeking $255 million in damages saying she is the real-life inspiration behind the character Martha portrayed in the hit limited Netflix series Baby Reindeer. ⌘ Read more
The Kimberley astronomer who rose to national and international prominence on ABC and BBC outer space specials has died in Broome, aged 62. ⌘ Read more
After being sent off in his State of Origin debut, Joseph Sua'ali'i chooses not to challenge the suspension offered for his high tackle on Reece Walsh. ⌘ Read more
As Western Australia's mining and energy sectors shape up for their latest boom, residents in the state's mining heartland are scrambling to keep a roof over their heads after an increase to average rents of more than 120 per cent in five years. ⌘ Read more
The Federal Court has ordered the operators of Adelaide’s Casino to pay $67 million, in a money laundering case brought on by financial crimes agency AUSTRAC. ⌘ Read more
A world-first Australian study finds personalised cancer treatments using genome sequencing are achieving remission in cases considered unlikely to be cured. ⌘ Read more
Fungi enthusiasts in SA's South East say there's a lot of interest in this year's season, despite recent cases of suspected mushroom poisonings. ⌘ Read more
The NSW State Emergency Services has carried out almost 50 flood rescues overnight as parts of the Illawarra and Sydney were drenched with more than 200 millimetres of rain. ⌘ Read more
ANU vice-chancellor Genevieve Bell tells a Senate estimates hearing that two students connected to pro-Palestinian protests on campus have been expelled, and are among 10 disciplinary actions launched since the protest began. ⌘ Read more
The immigration minister has issued a new directive he says will make it "clearer" that non-citizens with a history of family or sexual violence should be deported, even if they have lived most of their lives in Australia. ⌘ Read more
Nina Kennedy shared World Championship gold with American Katie Moon last year. She is hoping to become Australia's first female pole vault Olympic gold medallist. ⌘ Read more
From Texan barn to the big time, Khruangbin talk cats, wigs, memes, and the making of their lush fourth album A La Sala. ⌘ Read more
The 16-year-old boy suffered serious injuries before the driver allegedly fled the scene. ⌘ Read more
Some Finke Desert Race competitors are chasing glory, personal bests, or the ultimate prize. Others, such as Jason McMillan, take on the gruelling event for the sense of pride it brings. ⌘ Read more
Firefighters fear it's only a matter of time before someone is hurt as tobacco arson attacks continue in Melbourne. ⌘ Read more
Alana Moller taught her three daughters at home through distance education, but if she wanted to return to the classroom she'd have to start at the bottom. She says there needs to be more career opportunities for home tutors. ⌘ Read more
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold hits out at the "dangerous" pitch as Australia defeats Bangladesh 2-0 in a World Cup qualifier. ⌘ Read more
New research has revealed the devastating impact Tropical Cyclone Ilsa had on bird populations on Bedout Island off WA's Pilbara. ⌘ Read more
The European Central Bank cut interest rates for the first time in five years after its inflation outlook improved, but warned that it's not "pre-committing to a particular rate path" for future decisions. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Two things Donald Trump loves to talk about are America's border crisis and Joe Biden's son. Both are now making news in the US, just days after the former president's criminal conviction dominated the headlines. ⌘ Read more
Louise Goode's fight for the place of "emotional comfort" she called home lasted a quarter of a century, until it was demolished in front of her as she screamed for help. ⌘ Read more
Lawyers for both the prosecution and the defence questioned Mr Lynn for hours on Thursday about the events surrounding the deaths of campers Russell Hill and Carol Clay. ⌘ Read more
Steve Bannon, a former top adviser to Donald Trump, must report to prison by July 1 to serve a four-month sentence for contempt of US Congress, a federal judge says. ⌘ Read more
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The daughter of a Diamond, a versatile pocket rocket and a defender with a huge wingspan have all been selected in the Australian netball squad for 2024/25 as the side prepares to defend its World Cup title on home soil. ⌘ Read more
The US causes the upset of the tournament, downing Pakistan in a super over after some shocking bowling from the cricket heavyweights. ⌘ Read more
The average American farmer doesn't fix fences and drive tractors. Thanks to market concentration, there is now a handful of companies that dominate the US food system, and they are impacting Australia too. ⌘ Read more
Dallas Davidson grew up as a farm girl, but in her heart she dreamt of Oscar nominations and red carpet walks. Now she juggles both, hosting camera crews to film everything from country music videos to science fiction movies. ⌘ Read more
Acclaimed artists Anni and Josef Albers were highly influential in the Bauhaus movement. Their works and love story are now set to be celebrated at the National Gallery of Australia. ⌘ Read more
Billions of dollars are being spent on early childhood education, skills and training, and infrastructure projects, but for many voters, current challenges like the rising cost of living and the housing shortage are likely to be at the forefront of their minds. So, has the latest budget done enough to address the state's problems? ⌘ Read more
A bill designed to improve the lives of those living in residential land lease communities has passed through NSW parliament. ⌘ Read more
The prevalence of inflammatory bowel disease in Australia is rising, particularly in children. Some families are struggling to get a diagnosis and appropriate treatment. ⌘ Read more
This week, Lois Witt became the seventh woman in Queensland to be violently killed by a man so far this year. ⌘ Read more
A new industry is selling its services in Australia — weather forecasting using artificial intelligence and machine learning. ⌘ Read more
From 2026, women's football for club and country will look different. So, what exactly has FIFA done, and will it help grow the game? ⌘ Read more
Anthony Albanese says he is preparing "an offer" to put to the Australian people at the election. As it crafts its pitch, the biggest uncertainty is what sort of parliament a second term Labor government would likely face. ⌘ Read more
On Thursday, NSW became the last state to issue an formal apology on behalf of the government to people convicted of homosexual acts for laws and policies that "criminalised, persecuted and harmed" the LGBTQI+ community. ⌘ Read more
The players turn up in the clutch and fans turn up in the crowd as a thrilling Game II gives us a historic Women's Origin decider. Here are five quick hits from a sodden game in Newcastle. ⌘ Read more
The first Pacific Engagement Visas will be granted in late 2024. Experts and community leaders welcome the scheme, but say the government needs to manage it carefully. ⌘ Read more
The number of Australians waiting for a home care package has increased to more than 68,000, with departmental officials conceding it is becoming harder to access the scheme. ⌘ Read more
Retail workers are told "the customer is always right" but when they're dealing with leering, stalking and intrusive questions, a new study has found there's few places to turn for support. ⌘ Read more
SpaceX's Starship rocket, designed to eventually send astronauts to the Moon and beyond, has undergone its fourth flight test. ⌘ Read more
US President Joe Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy were among state heads who travelled to northern France to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day. ⌘ Read more
The Maroons were playing against the odds in Women's State of Origin II but, like the best Queensland wins, they played as if it was them against the world and the world never stood a chance. ⌘ Read more
The Israeli military says Hamas militants were operating from within the Nuseirat school, while witnesses recount chaotic scenes as the injured are rushed to nearby hospitals. ⌘ Read more
Nine Entertainment chairman Peter Costello denies assaulting a journalist at Canberra Airport after The Australian posted footage that appears to show Mr Costello walking towards reporter Liam Mendes, who was asking him questions, before Mr Mendes falls backwards. ⌘ Read more
Cash-strapped Netball Australia has been offered a fresh financial lifeline just weeks after the sport's governing body appointed Diamonds star Liz Ellis to its board. ⌘ Read more
Military data has revealed more than a third of female recruits reported sexual misconduct while attending the Australian Defence Force Academy in Canberra. ⌘ Read more
An ACT Supreme Court jury finds Canberra man Justin Benn guilty of one count of rape and one count of assault against his former wife in 2017, but is unable to reach a verdict on a second rape charge and three acts of indecency. ⌘ Read more
Richmond has travelled to Adelaide without superstar midfielder Dustin Martin, as the Crows a potentially percentage-boosting win against the injury-struck Tigers. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Hunter Stadium is packed to the gills for Women's State of Origin II as the Maroons try to stay alive in the series in hostile territory after losing the series opener in Brisbane. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Police say they will deploy about 1,600 officers as thousands of workers who are against moves to bring in a mandatory deduction from their pay gather in Jakarta to protest against one of the last policies to be enacted by outgoing president Joko Widodo. ⌘ Read more
Industry experts say it's not time to ring the alarm bells over low building approval numbers, but the federal government's plan for 1.2 million homes by 2029 is definitely ambitious. ⌘ Read more
Indonesia's Mount Ibu volcano erupts twice in the same day, firing bright red lava and rocks into the night sky, triggering a spectacular display of volcanic lightning. ⌘ Read more
It might have felt good to land a few punches on the Greens, but in winning that parliamentary battle some in Labor fear they could lose the war in key seats at the next election. ⌘ Read more
Park officials had to come clean about the inflow pipe, after a video was shared on the social media site Douyin. ⌘ Read more
Russia could arm countries with long-range weapons to strike Western targets in response to NATO allies allowing Ukraine to use their arms to attack Russian territory, President Vladimir Putin warns. ⌘ Read more
New South Wales will need to defy the odds and the weight of history if they're to somehow win the State of Origin series from here, but the Blues insist they've still got what it takes to turn things around. ⌘ Read more
Canberra builder Brendan Howe, 35, pleaded guilty to four charges including the aggravated assault when his ex-wife was 34 weeks pregnant. Howe sent a letter of apology to the court, but Justice Louise Taylor said it showed no genuine remorse. ⌘ Read more
An Adelaide man is arrested after police allege they found stolen items, including 20 shipping containers, horse buggies, four-wheel drives and numerous trucks at his property. ⌘ Read more
The crowd record for a women's State of Origin match will fall for the fifth game in a row with Newcastle set to host one of the biggest night's in women's rugby league history. ⌘ Read more
The state government says this year's budget will focus on supporting South Australians who need it most as it pledges a $266.2 million cost-of-living package — while also keeping the budget in the black. Here's a look at the winners and losers of this year's budget. ⌘ Read more
The anti-corruption commission says there is no value in replicating the word done by the royal commission or other bodies. ⌘ Read more
Australian trade unions have endorsed a campaign to end the junior wages scheme, which legally allows hospitality and retail employees under 21 to be paid less than their adult colleagues. ⌘ Read more
We speak to science communicator Lish Fejer, one half of FixIt Chicks, for her top tips and "unconventional ways" of drying laundry this winter — without the cost of a dryer. ⌘ Read more
Jim Chalmers is the same age as Paul Keating was when he declared Australia was in "the recession we had to have". Is he doomed to tread the same path? ⌘ Read more
South Australia's Premier Peter Malinauskas and Treasurer Stephen Mullighan are handing down the state's latest budget. You can stay across this afternoon's developments in our live blog. ⌘ Read more
The ABC confirms a student has been expelled after making comments about Hamas on ABC radio in April. ⌘ Read more
Greg Lynn has taken the stand before a Supreme Court jury as he fights two murder charges over the deaths of missing campers Carol Clay and Russell Hill. ⌘ Read more
The Maroochydore District Court heard the teenager was one of three girls who lured the victim to a house before inflicting four hours of abuse. ⌘ Read more
The auditor-general's report found the child protection system was "inefficient, ineffective, and unsustainable" and the Department of Communities and Justice had ignored numerous reports calling for improvement. ⌘ Read more
A man accused of murdering 15-year-old Cassius Turvey, Jack Brearley, will be applying for a separate trial on charges of detaining and assaulting another teenager in the days before the alleged attack on the Perth schoolboy. ⌘ Read more
A Queensland political candidate for Katter's Australia Party has revealed details of his criminal past ahead of a state election that could be decided on issues over crime. ⌘ Read more
Reflecting on how TV has evolved since the demise of the variety genre on Australian screens — and that's not necessarily a bad thing. ⌘ Read more
Wollongong actor and reality television star Michael Theo has landed his first major production, playing a character inspired by him in a new comedy drama called Austin. ⌘ Read more
Residents are urged to stay off the roads and prepare for more storms and potential flooding as heavy rain batters coastal regions, then moves north. ⌘ Read more
State Emergency Services are responding to a rescue in WA's far north, near Lake Argyle near Kununurra. ⌘ Read more
Troy Armstrong, accused of murdering his former wife Kristy in the New South Wales Central West in June last year, has died in hospital after being found unresponsive in his cell at Silverwater. ⌘ Read more
Violence has erupted at Israel's annual Jerusalem Day march, with some Jewish Israelis attacking Palestinians and journalists, including an ABC News team, while chanting offensive slogans. ⌘ Read more
While pushed as a sustainable source for clothing, hemp producers say a complex web of rules and regulations — including going through the office of drug control — make it hard for them to meet demands from the fashion industry. ⌘ Read more
The NSW government will this afternoon apologise for laws that criminalised homosexual acts, becoming the last Australian state to do so. ⌘ Read more
Jeremy Adlam is receiving palliative care on his mum's farm, but organising it proved difficult. Experts say it's a problem that needs to be addressed now. ⌘ Read more
Most of the country has bought cheap tickets to the hotly-anticipated action blockbuster, eSafety v Elon Musk, filmed on location at the Australian Federal Court. ⌘ Read more
With outback towns stuck in a cycle of workforce shortages and a dire need for childcare, parents are taking care of each other's children so they can keep their jobs. ⌘ Read more
Four people have died and 26 were injured after a passenger train collided with a freight train in the Czech city of Pardubice, according to the regional governor. ⌘ Read more
Liam Adams earns a spot at the Paris Olympics after initial fears he had missed out due to 'universality' rules. ⌘ Read more