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New search begins in SA for children who went missing more than 50 years ago
A new private search is underway in the state's Mid North for Joanne Ratcliffe and Kirste Gordon, who went missing from Adelaide Oval more than 50 years ago. ⌘ Read more
Husband of federal MP apologises after removing political candidate's sign
The husband of federal Victorian MP Monique Ryan has apologised after being filmed removing a sign belonging to rival Kooyong candidate Amelia Hamer. ⌘ Read more
US allies in Europe want answers over unspent USAID money
Sweden, Norway and the Netherlands have contact US officials asking for their unspent contributions to USAID — a program Donald Trump has halted — to be refunded. ⌘ Read more
Canberra pair banned from owning a pet after emaciated dog dies
A Canberra man and woman are banned from owning a pet for 10 years after pleading guilty to animal cruelty. ⌘ Read more
Norris 'nervous and excited' as teammate Piastri claims F1 win
McLaren, the 2024 constructors' champions, has made the perfect start to the year with Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri claiming the first two grands prix of 2025. ⌘ Read more
Five nights of protests and a jailed mayor: What is happening in Türkiye?**
The Istanbul mayor has been arrested. Hundreds of thousands of protesters are swarming the streets of Türkiye. How did we get here? ⌘ Read more
Gerard Depardieu trial a test for post-#MeToo France
The French actor is facing trial in Paris after being accused of sexual assault by two women, allegations he has denied. ⌘ Read more
Rugby league's history of violence against women explored in new doco
In just over an hour's run time, The Skin in the Game documentary ambitiously explores the big issues that plague rugby league and broader Australia, with Marlee Silva's own family story at its heart. ⌘ Read more
'Age is just a number' as Vonn creates skiing history
Lindsey Vonn becomes the oldest female alpine skiing medallist in a World Cup race just 11 months after having a partial knee replacement and six years after retiring. ⌘ Read more
Pilbara python filmed swallowing pigeon whole
Surprised residents in WA's north-west called in the snake catcher when they found a 1.5-metre-long python devouring an unfortunate bird. ⌘ Read more
The surprising health benefits linked to having a baby at 35 and older
There are several evidence-based advantages associated with late-age births — for both mum and bub — and experts say we should be talking about them more. ⌘ Read more
Woman dies after being hit by Transperth bus in East Perth
Police are appealing for information after a woman who stepped onto the road was struck by a Transperth bus on the Causeway in East Perth, suffering fatal injuries. ⌘ Read more
Outback rain a 'cocky's dream' but a nightmare for flood-hit Queensland
After a hot, dry summer residents in outback Queensland are celebrating the weekend's rainfall. But on the north coast, more rain could prove to be disastrous. ⌘ Read more
Friends of teens who died from methanol poisoning welcome safety campaign
Friends of two Melbourne teenagers who died after drinking alcohol tainted with methanol while overseas last year say a new safety campaign by the Australian government is an important step forward. ⌘ Read more
Town's beloved 100yo venue like a 'Swiss Army knife'
From fancy balls to supporting impoverished mining families, being razed by fire to launching local film premieres, an arts venue in regional Victoria has endured for a century. ⌘ Read more
Expelled South African ambassador says US sanction a 'badge of dignity'
Ebrahim Rasool tells supporters his persona non grata status is a "badge of dignity" after his US expulsion. ⌘ Read more
Queensland signs $2.8b school funding deal
Queensland will join other states in a deal to make up the "funding shortfall" for public education, with an extra $2.8 billion from the Commonwealth over the next decade. ⌘ Read more
Inside a remote island community's bicycle revolution
Bicycles just weren't a thing on Thursday Island until a grassroots campaign with the backing of an enterprising mayor sparked a cultural shift. ⌘ Read more
From timber and potatoes to tourism, Penguin celebrates 150 years
This year the small north-west town of Penguin celebrates its 150th anniversary. What started as a settlement trading timber and potatoes by sea has turned into a bustling tourist town. ⌘ Read more
Travis Head hands Ashes rival Jofra Archer a record-breaking smashing in IPL
Big-hitting Travis Head has launched his IPL season with a 21-ball half-century, while making life a record-breaking misery for an Ashes rival. ⌘ Read more
Stuart furious with referee after Raiders defeat
Ricky Stuart says the NRL's crackdown on obstruction is over after Canberra was on the wrong end of a questionable bunker ruling. ⌘ Read more
CCTV footage captures daylight shooting of man in suburban Melbourne
Victoria Police release CCTV footage that shows the moment a man was shot in Melbourne's north in broad daylight. ⌘ Read more
Schools cutting camps due to teacher time-in-lieu, operators say
Once a rite of passage, overnight excursions for students are becoming increasingly rare. ⌘ Read more
Teens in residential care say turning 18 can be a confusing and scary time
The Northern Territory has the highest rate of kids in care in Australia. For those leaving care at 18 years old, it can be a confusing and scary time. ⌘ Read more
Live: Lambie blasts 'ridiculous' $150 power price promise
The Tasmanian senator blasts the government's plan to dish out another round of energy relief, questioning why the plan wasn't means tested. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Untold stories about flying doctors' early days revealed
The Royal Flying Doctor Services hopes an exhibition in Broken Hill will keep the organisation alive and draw more tourists to the outback city. ⌘ Read more
Live: ASX set to slip ahead of federal budget, Wall Street closes flat
Having made solid gains last week, the ASX looks likely to lose ground ahead of tomorrow's federal budget. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. ⌘ Read more
Smart ticketing rolls out in Brisbane. Here's what you need to know
Commuters can now forget the go card and tap on and off their Brisbane City Council buses and metro services using a credit card, debit card or smart device, such as a mobile phone. ⌘ Read more
At this shed in Canberra, women are overcoming their fear of power tools
When Sunita Kotnala first came to Canberra, there was no women's shed, something she felt was needed. Now she helps other women gain the confidence to use power tools and make things with their hands. ⌘ Read more
Calls for 4WD ban on the Australian beaches being 'pummelled to death'
A global study finds there is "no environmentally safe level" of four-wheel drive use on beaches, prompting calls to severely limit access. ⌘ Read more
Rental crisis worsens in NSW town as storm renders homes uninhabitable
It was already difficult to find a place to rent in Harden before a blast of extreme weather took a dozen homes off the market. ⌘ Read more
Ukrainian women speak out about rise in gender-based violence during war
Hundreds of women share their experiences for a new UN report revealing years of full-scale war in Ukraine has significantly intensified gender-based violence inside and outside the home. ⌘ Read more
We're at a turning point in world history but our leaders are distracted
While Australian politicians argue about power bill relief and non-existent nuclear power stations, pressing issues like the great US retreat, global warming and AI are being ignored. ⌘ Read more
NSW 'dodged a bullet' but Alfred put towns centimetres from disaster
The Bureau of Meteorology forecast potential flooding on 14 rivers in northern NSW in the wake of ex-Cyclone Alfred. While only four actually did experience a major flood, data shows that several more were close, though all river heights were eclipsed by the catastrophic floods of early 2022. ⌘ Read more
Canadian prime minister calls snap election, days after being sworn in
The contest is expected to be dominated by Canada's increasingly tense relationship with US President Donald Trump, who has labelled the country America's "51st state". ⌘ Read more
What to expect from tomorrow's federal budget speech and where to watch it
The release of the budget will inevitably involve a lot of political talk, but the government's plan will impact your financial situation in one way or another. ⌘ Read more
'What are they thinking?' Lions question midday start time for Eagles clash
The decision to start the AFL clash between the Lions and Eagles at midday in late March in Brisbane is questioned by coach Chris Fagan and club legend Jason Akermanis. ⌘ Read more
'Breakthrough' stroke treatment app to be rolled out nationally by 2027
Paramedics attending to Garry Tierney consulted a neurologist within minutes about his stroke via an app that aims to speed up assessments and tailor care. ⌘ Read more
Cash-strapped PNG government criticised for 'grand shopping list' of ideas
Seventy projects outlined in a confidential PNG cabinet document include acquiring a luxury island in partnership with a Congolese rapper, exploring the potential for a world-class Formula 1 track, creating a "Silicon Valley style hub" for entrepreneurs and setting up a spy agency with training from Israel. ⌘ Read more
Former wards of the state face 'triggering' prospect of returning to care
Frank Golding is one of an estimated 500,000 former foster children and wards of the state, many of whom are now facing the worrying prospect of returning to managed care in their twilight years. ⌘ Read more
Labor cuts back on consultants, but new spending to exceed savings
Labor's total savings are less than a quarter of its new bulk billing incentive, one of several new spends the Coalition has matched. ⌘ Read more
Meet the 61yo potato farmer who outran the world’s best athletes
Australians love an underdog and in 1983, Cliff Young transfixed the nation when he beat the world’s best to shuffle to victory from Sydney to Melbourne. His legend endures. ⌘ Read more
A sharehouse was run by a 'sublandlord' company. It could be unlawful
Hobart tenant Katie found out the "sublet agreement" she had signed with a company called Arx Pty Ltd could be invalid — and she had no tenancy rights in Tasmania. ⌘ Read more
Putin doesn't want to take 'all of Europe', US envoy says
European nations have rushed to boost defence spending in recent weeks, who fear the US is seeking to turn its back on them to pursue a deal with Russia. ⌘ Read more
Pope Francis makes first public appearance ahead of leaving hospital
Pope Francis made his first public appearance in more than five weeks, waving from a balcony at Rome's Gemelli hospital before his expected discharge from the facility on Sunday. ⌘ Read more
Gaza death toll from Israel's bombardment surpasses 50,000, health ministry says
The Palestinian Ministry of Health in Gaza says more than 50,000 people have been killed by Israel's bombardment and invasion of the Gaza Strip. ⌘ Read more
Istanbul mayor charged with corruption amid protests in Türkiye**
Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu is formally arrested and charged with corruption, after a fourth night of mass protests sparked heavy clashes with riot police in Türkiye. ⌘ Read more
Wanted man arrested a week after body found in shallow grave in Sydney
A 24-year-old man is taken into custody as part of an investigation after the body of John Birch was discovered last week at a property in Glenorie. ⌘ Read more
Upgrade for Australia's Bushmasters to counter growing drone threat
The company that builds the protected mobility vehicles has unveiled a high-tech upgrade to combat the threat of armed drones, used with devastating effect in Ukraine. ⌘ Read more
'Class act': Delly gives NBL finals MVP to victorious Hawks opponent
Melbourne United's Matthew Dellavedova is named MVP of the NBL Championship Series but hands it over to Will Hickey of the victorious Illawarra Hawks. ⌘ Read more
De Minaur to face teen sensation after good day for Aussies in Miami
Australian Alex de Minaur will likely have the crowd against him for his next match at the Miami Open, facing a showdown with 18-year-old superstar Joao Fonseca. ⌘ Read more
Aussies go 1-2 in high jump at indoor world championships
Nicola Olyslagers defends her indoor high jump world championship, with fellow Australian Eleanor Patterson second in Nanjing, China. ⌘ Read more
Victorian Premier defends mammoth SRL project after federal scrutiny
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan says the Suburban Rail Loop is still within budget, as she addresses concerns from residents who say early construction works on the rail tunnel have made them sick. ⌘ Read more
Residents evacuated from Newcastle apartment block due to siege
Residents say they heard shots being fired from within the Woodbine Street unit earlier today. ⌘ Read more
Live: Addo-Carr makes Eels debut against club who sacked him last year
Josh Addo-Carr plays his first NRL match since his suspension last year over failed roadside drugs tests. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Piastri starting Chinese grand prix on pole, one week after heartbreak at home
Australian Oscar Piastri will begin a Formula 1 grand prix from pole position for the first time on Sunday in China, seeking the third win of his career. ⌘ Read more
Hanif Kureishi fell off a chair and broke his neck. From his rage came a 'spark of life'
Hanif Kureishi does not pretend his new life is anything but often hellish and a profoundly unwelcome shock. But he has also been moved and sustained by new discoveries about connection, creativity and love. ⌘ Read more
Toddler drowns on rural property in Victoria's north
Ambulance Victoria has confirmed that a young child has drowned in a dam near Nagambie in Victoria's north. ⌘ Read more
These pups could become Australia's priciest working dogs
Liz, who holds the record as the nation's most expensive border collie working dog, is adjusting well to her new role as doting muster mum. ⌘ Read more
Police praised for 'composure' after crashing into suspect in Paris
The car chase ended with the driver losing control of his car and smashing into a traffic light and three pursuing police vehicles hitting his vehicle, prosecutors say. ⌘ Read more
Live: Premiers look to heap pain on wobbly West Coast at the Gabba
Fresh off an 87-point demolition by the Suns, West Coast travels to Brisbane to take on the AFL premiers. Later, North Melbourne host the Demons, and Fremantle take on the Swans in Perth. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
UK orders probe into 'energy resilience' after fire near Heathrow Airport
The British government has ordered an investigation into the country's "energy resilience" after a fire shut Heathrow Airport for almost a day. ⌘ Read more
'No ambiguity' on Coalition spending and migration cuts but specifics unconfirmed
Angus Taylor confirms the Coalition plans to reduce overall government spending growth and temporary migrant numbers, but says figures will be finalised after Tuesday's budget. ⌘ Read more
Meet the man who makes dessert wine in the desert
Many people are surprised to find a winery more than 800 kilometres inland from Western Australia's coast, but veteran Kalgoorlie winemaker Geoff Paynter says they shouldn't be. ⌘ Read more
'Good times, good people': Old mates say goodbye to historic saleyards
Greg, Barry, and Leo have farewelled their town's last livestock saleyards after working for a combined 169 years of service there. ⌘ Read more
Gillian died on her own terms, but advocates say others face barriers
Gillian White swam every day, even when she was sick with terminal cancer. When she could no longer swim, she decided the time was right to say farewell. ⌘ Read more
Australian snowboard cross duo Lambert and Baff reach World Cup podium
With the World Championships taking place next week, Australia's Adam Lambert and Josie Baff produce promising form at the final lead-up event in Austria. ⌘ Read more
Rum makers take over historic milk factory as Aussie spirits go global
Rum distillers are taking over a 1940s milk factory in the Hunter Valley, as the industry looks to go large in the international market. ⌘ Read more
Hot air balloons tow kayakers and boarders in 'world's slowest water sport'
Every year during the Canberra Balloon Spectacular, the event attracts not just those on land but also those on the water. ⌘ Read more
Gun owners concerned about lack of information ahead of new laws
There are concerns a lack of communication from WA Police means gun owners are missing out on critical information, one week before new firearms laws come into effect. ⌘ Read more
Why a Whyalla steelworks snapshot reveals 'more than we anticipated'
New details about the state of the Whyalla steelworks were revealed in a legal document this week. Here's what we learned. ⌘ Read more
'Tough time' for businesses delays expansion of ACT leave scheme
An expansion to the ACT's portable long service leave scheme, which allows those in casual or insecure work to access the entitlement even if they switch employers, is being put on hold amid the ongoing cost-of-living crisis. ⌘ Read more
Amid weather 'whims', Tassie grape growers expect a bumper harvest
While growers say they are always anxious about the risk of smoke taint from bushfires and burn-offs, conditions in Tasmania are ripening for a bumper wine grape harvest this year. ⌘ Read more
Noir television is taking hold in Tasmania
Australian writer and producer Vicki Madden is bringing the Scandinavian noir style to Australian screens. What makes Tasmania so well-suited to the genre? ⌘ Read more
Rebecca went from survival mode to self-care when facing food insecurity
Rebecca Buckley is getting creative to keep food on the table amid skyrocketing expenses. As more people face food insecurity in the cost-of-living crisis, researchers warn it can lead to disordered eating. ⌘ Read more
'Shedding the past': How celebrating her divorce helped Leigh move on
Psychologists say a ritual or celebration can help a person move forward from a difficult phase of their life. ⌘ Read more
Calls for reform as police officers charged with DV granted bail by colleagues
Concerns have been raised about the bail process for NSW Police officers charged with domestic violence-related offences, with a former magistrate saying the decision should be made independently of police. ⌘ Read more
Think you're smart? Show us what you've got
You just couldn't stay away, could you? Let's see how poorly you do this week. It’s time to play, HARD! ⌘ Read more
Voters spell out what they want from politicians — and it boils down to 'a fair go'
We asked voters across the country to tell us what issues concern them most at the upcoming federal poll. ⌘ Read more
Hull and Robinson add to Australia's medal tally at world indoor titles
Jess Hull and Ky Robinson win bronze medals for Australia at the World Athletics Indoor Championships in Nanjing, China. ⌘ Read more
Squatter Tina needed shelter, Premier Chris Minns promised bulldozers
A short walk from the heart of Lismore are a bunch of homes among the gum trees on a dead end road called Pine Street. They call it a community, but the law calls it illegal. ⌘ Read more
The president vs the judge: Deportations test Trump's respect for law
Donald Trump's attacks on the judiciary pre-election, as he personally fought criminal prosecution, was one thing. But the way it's escalating from the White House is stress-testing the separation of powers. ⌘ Read more
These crimes were hidden for generations. Now Australia's having a moment of truth
Australia has a painful past. For the first time, the country has been grappling with recording the stories of that history in a truth-telling commission. ⌘ Read more
Integrity watchdog boss steps aside from six defence investigations
The head of the National Anti-Corruption Commission continues to hold senior roles in the Army Reserves six months after a misconduct finding was made against him. ⌘ Read more
Uncertainty over Australian Abrams tanks donated to Ukraine
Operations stall at a logistics hub in Poland that is expected to soon receive Australian Abrams tanks donated to Ukraine's war effort. ⌘ Read more
Under-the-radar Australian team out for 2028 glory in returning Olympic sport
After an 80-year hiatus, lacrosse is returning to the Olympic program in time for 2028. Members of Australia's women's team say there has never been more excitement surrounding the sport. ⌘ Read more
Keir Starmer was struggling in the polls. Then he met Donald Trump
Struggling to gain traction at home after taking the top job, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's performance on the international stage has been received differently. ⌘ Read more
How a fiery Princess Anne talked her way out of being kidnapped in 1974
At the age of 24, a brash and fiery Princess Anne was called "her royal rudeness" by the British tabloids. But when a man brandishing two guns tried to kidnap her outside Buckingham Palace, Anne's sharp tongue helped save her life. ⌘ Read more
Coalition loses some momentum as 'thought bubbles' float into the policy void
Peter Dutton's misstep on the referendum is far from fatal but it comes alongside other hints the Coalition's campaign has stumbled in recent weeks. ⌘ Read more
Israel strikes Lebanon in response to cross-border rocket fire
Israel strikes Lebanon in retaliation for rockets targeting Israel, killing two, including a child, in the heaviest exchange of fire since the ceasefire with the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah. ⌘ Read more
Labor promises to shave $150 off energy bills in fresh election pledge
The federal government will extend its energy bill subsidies until the end of 2025 as it frames its re-election pitch to voters around the cost of living. ⌘ Read more
Pope Francis set to make his first appearance in five weeks
Pope Francis will offer a blessing to the public from his hospital room window in Rome on Sunday. ⌘ Read more
Federal government asks for explanation of Victoria's Suburban Rail Loop funding plan
Federal minister Clare O'Neil says the Victorian government has to explain its funding needs beyond the $2 billion it has promised for the state's $34.5 billion rail loop project. ⌘ Read more
Innocent family 'caught in crossfire' of drive-by shooting in Sydney's west
A woman and four young children were left "shaken" after shots were fired at their house, but police say they not the intended target. ⌘ Read more
Trump revokes security clearances for Biden, Harris and Clinton
US President Donald Trump rescinds the security clearances of former Democratic rivals Joe Biden, Kamala Harris and Hillary Clinton, as well as several other officials. ⌘ Read more
Ingles handed first NBA start since 2022 so autistic son can see him play
Just days after Joe Ingles's son made it through his first live NBA game, Minnesota coach Chris Finch starts the 37-year-old so his family can see him play. ⌘ Read more
Sudanese army seizes presidential palace after two years of civil war
Sudan's army retakes the Republican Palace in the capital Khartoum, marking a significant gain for the military after two years of civil war. ⌘ Read more
Lewis Hamilton achieves first win as Ferrari driver
After a lacklustre debut weekend for the Scuderia in Melbourne, seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton has converted Friday's sprint pole into a terrific win in Shanghai. ⌘ Read more
Live: Walsh in trouble for shoulder charge on Origin winger
Brisbane superstar Reece Walsh is facing a fine for his shoulder charge on Murray Taulagi. Meanwhile, Cronulla and South Sydney begin Saturday's NRL matches with a clash at Shark Park. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Attempted kidnapping of young woman walking home prompts public appeal
Police are appealing to the public to help identify a young male who attempted to kidnap a woman after she got off a bus in suburban Melbourne on Wednesday night. ⌘ Read more