1. Gladys Liu confirms being on China Overseas Exchange Association council

    The Liberal backbencher admits to previous membership of an organisation linked to China's foreign interference operations, less than 24 hours after saying she could not recall being a part of it.

  2. Military and government figures have been wargaming to prepare for climate change — they're worried

    The most powerful bureaucrats in Australia have been wargaming to prepare the country for "national-scale systemic climate risks" that could affect "the full spectrum of human activity".

  3. Three Australians arrested and detained in Iran

    In two cases that are understood not to be connected, three Australians are arrested and detained in Iran.

  4. Analysis: Trump never liked Bolton's warmongering — or his moustache

    The image-conscious President hesitated to hire the tough-talking hawk as his national security adviser. The relationship never got better, writes North America correspondent Conor Duffy.

  5. Why Apple's streaming TV service will be stiff competition for Netflix and Disney

    Apple has unveiled its top products for the year ahead, including a triple-camera iPhone and a TV streaming service set to undercut Disney, Netflix and HBO. Oh, and there's something for gamers too.

  6. 'Parole is a privilege': Russell Street Bomber Craig Minogue fails in High Court freedom bid

    The High Court upholds a Victorian law preventing Russell Street bomber Craig Minogue from being released unless he is about to die or too incapacitated to pose a threat.

  7. From Waleed Aly to Adut Akech: 'Casual racism' in the media is 'a constant problem'

    When a magazine illustrated a feature of her with an image of a different model, model Adut Akech said she was sure it'd happened to other people. She was right. Misidentification is a "constant problem" in the media — just ask Zindzi Okenyo, Ronny Chieng or Waleed Aly.

  8. Inside the devastation and heartache of razed Binna Burra lodge

    For 86 years the historic Gold Coast hinterland lodge was a beacon for bushwalkers, stressed executives and school children, but its chairman is now traumatised by the charred ruin with an uncertain future.

  9. Tax refunds more likely to go to the bank than the shops, Westpac survey finds

    Hopes of a tax cut-led retail recovery appear dented as Westpac's regular consumer sentiment survey shows the majority of people plan to save most of their refund rather than spend it.

  10. Finding ways to fight fire without water as crews face 'nightmare scenario'

    With dams and creeks bone dry in drought-stricken towns, firefighters are being forced to find ways to combat blazes that are almost impossible to extinguish.

  11. Massive delays in Perth after someone decided to deliver a bridge down a freeway in peak hour

    Main Roads apologises after a delay in moving a new pedestrian bridge causes peak hour chaos for thousands of city-bound motorists on the Mitchell Freeway.

  12. Scientists have identified world's most 'shocking' animal

    A newly discovered species of electric eel can produce an 860-volt electric shock, the most powerful shock produced by any known animal.

  13. Suburban residents furious to be offered NBN via satellite which is normally reserved for regional areas

    Former Powderfinger guitarist Ian Haug says the satellite internet connection he has been offered by the NBN is not sufficient for his recording studio. He is one of many Samford residents fighting for better NBN.

  14. Rocket siren forces Israel PM off stage during West Bank annexation speech

    Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is evacuated during a speech due to air-raid sirens, moments after announcing a plan to annex a part of the occupied West Bank if he wins in next week's national elections.

  15. Tayla Harris's kick immortalised in bronze statue unveiled in Melbourne

    Carlton AFLW player Tayla Harris says she hopes a statue of an iconic kick performed by her on the field will serve as a "message" and "turning point" for Australian society.

  16. Opinion: The key ingredient for success that no-one wants to talk about

    Work hard, fail often, have passion and persistence and learn from your mistakes: but there's one key ingredient of success missing from this list, writes Marnie Vinall.

  17. Woman who faced jail for going to football games dies after setting herself on fire outside court

    Sahar Khodayari, who was arrested after dressing in a wig and a coat in an attempt to watch her favourite football team, dies after she set herself alight in what has been seen as a protest against a ban on women in stadiums in Iran.

  18. Boris Johnson urged to strip former England cricketer Geoffrey Boycott of new knighthood

    There are calls for British Prime Minister Boris Johnson to strip former English cricket captain Geoffrey Boycott of his knighthood over a past domestic abuse conviction.

  19. Mr World pageant's Australian rep asked to remove Aboriginal flag from costume

    When Jony Berry represented Australia at an international modelling competition, he was asked to remove the Aboriginal flag from his costume.

  20. 'It is an epidemic': An astronomical rise in violence and a system struggling to cope

    The tale of Anna's four-year fight for freedom and protection for her family from a violent child rapist highlights a justice system battling to cope with a sharp surge in family violence.

  21. Queensland bushfire toll revealed as residents head home but threat remains

    The high temperatures and winds that have fanned severe bushfires in southern Queensland are easing, but some communities need to stay alert with more than 70 blazes still burning. Despite the reprieve, conditions are expected to worsen again on Friday.

  22. Study finds 'fake meats' could pose their own health risks

    Pork-free bacon, tofu-based sausages and other so-called "fake meats" on supermarket shelves are booming, but new research finds they may not be as healthy as their marketing would suggest.

  23. 'Badge of honour': Rise of the rescue pet sees huge drop in euthanasia rate

    Twenty years ago, cats and dogs in RSPCA animal shelters had a good chance of being put down. Today, it's a different story.

  24. Is loud sneezing controllable? There's more to it than just the size of the sneeze

    How is it that some people can let out a dainty outburst as quiet as a mouse while others sound like they're ripping a hole in the fabric of the universe? If you're a loud sneezer, you might find the answer a bit on the nose.

  25. Netflix documentary American Factory offers a nightmarish vision of the future of work

    The Sundance-acclaimed film, the first to be released by the Obamas' new film company, is a horror story from the frontlines of late capitalism.

  1. Military and government figures have been wargaming to prepare for climate change — they're worried

    The most powerful bureaucrats in Australia have been wargaming to prepare the country for "national-scale systemic climate risks" that could affect "the full spectrum of human activity".

  2. Three Australians arrested and detained in Iran

    In two cases that are understood not to be connected, three Australians are arrested and detained in Iran.

  3. Moorebank residents urged to stay inside as lavender oil burns in factory fire

    Emergency services continue to spray water onto a severely damaged chemical factory at Moorebank in an attempt to extinguish lavender oil burning inside.

  4. Analysis: Trump never liked Bolton's warmongering — or his moustache

    The image-conscious President hesitated to hire the tough-talking hawk as his national security adviser. The relationship never got better, writes North America correspondent Conor Duffy.

  5. Gladys Liu confirms being on China Overseas Exchange Association council

    The Liberal backbencher admits to previous membership of an organisation linked to China's foreign interference operations, less than 24 hours after saying she could not recall being a part of it.

  6. Why Apple's streaming TV service will be stiff competition for Netflix and Disney

    Apple has unveiled its top products for the year ahead, including a triple-camera iPhone and a TV streaming service set to undercut Disney, Netflix and HBO. Oh, and there's something for gamers too.

  7. 'Parole is a privilege': Russell Street Bomber Craig Minogue fails in High Court freedom bid

    The High Court upholds a Victorian law preventing Russell Street bomber Craig Minogue from being released unless he is about to die or too incapacitated to pose a threat.

  8. From Waleed Aly to Adut Akech: 'Casual racism' in the media is 'a constant problem'

    When a magazine illustrated a feature of her with an image of a different model, model Adut Akech said she was sure it'd happened to other people. She was right. Misidentification is a "constant problem" in the media — just ask Zindzi Okenyo, Ronny Chieng or Waleed Aly.

  9. Inside the devastation and heartache of razed Binna Burra lodge

    For 86 years the historic Gold Coast hinterland lodge was a beacon for bushwalkers, stressed executives and school children, but its chairman is now traumatised by the charred ruin with an uncertain future.

  10. Tax refunds more likely to go to the bank than the shops, Westpac survey finds

    Hopes of a tax cut-led retail recovery appear dented as Westpac's regular consumer sentiment survey shows the majority of people plan to save most of their refund rather than spend it.

  11. Finding ways to fight fire without water as crews face 'nightmare scenario'

    With dams and creeks bone dry in drought-stricken towns, firefighters are being forced to find ways to combat blazes that are almost impossible to extinguish.

  12. Massive delays in Perth after someone decided to deliver a bridge down a freeway in peak hour

    Main Roads apologises after a delay in moving a new pedestrian bridge causes peak hour chaos for thousands of city-bound motorists on the Mitchell Freeway.

  13. Scientists have identified world's most 'shocking' animal

    A newly discovered species of electric eel can produce an 860-volt electric shock, the most powerful shock produced by any known animal.

  14. Rocket siren forces Israel PM off stage during West Bank annexation speech

    Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is evacuated during a speech due to air-raid sirens, moments after announcing a plan to annex a part of the occupied West Bank if he wins in next week's national elections.

  15. 'It is an epidemic': An astronomical rise in violence and a system struggling to cope

    The tale of Anna's four-year fight for freedom and protection for her family from a violent child rapist highlights a justice system battling to cope with a sharp surge in family violence.

  16. Woman who faced jail for going to football games dies after setting herself on fire outside court

    Sahar Khodayari, who was arrested after dressing in a wig and a coat in an attempt to watch her favourite football team, dies after she set herself alight in what has been seen as a protest against a ban on women in stadiums in Iran.

  17. Tayla Harris's kick immortalised in bronze statue unveiled in Melbourne

    Carlton AFLW player Tayla Harris says she hopes a statue of an iconic kick performed by her on the field will serve as a "message" and "turning point" for Australian society.

  18. Boris Johnson urged to strip former England cricketer Geoffrey Boycott of new knighthood

    There are calls for British Prime Minister Boris Johnson to strip former English cricket captain Geoffrey Boycott of his knighthood over a past domestic abuse conviction.

  19. Let's talk about that credit card you haven't paid off

    Australians owe $45 billion on credit cards and the financial watchdog has taken a look at how much interest we're paying across more than 20 million accounts. The message — it's time to talk about paying that debt off.

  20. Opinion: The key ingredient for success that no-one wants to talk about

    Work hard, fail often, have passion and persistence and learn from your mistakes: but there's one key ingredient of success missing from this list, writes Marnie Vinall.

  21. Through the ash and smoke Harry spotted this baby wallaby

    Harry Bowling and Rural Fire Service volunteers were tackling a blaze near the family property in the NSW Northern Tablelands when they spotted a baby wallaby — one of the lucky animals that has survived in the area.

  22. Mr World pageant's Australian rep asked to remove Aboriginal flag from costume

    When Jony Berry represented Australia at an international modelling competition, he was asked to remove the Aboriginal flag from his costume.

  23. Study finds 'fake meats' could pose their own health risks

    Pork-free bacon, tofu-based sausages and other so-called "fake meats" on supermarket shelves are booming, but new research finds they may not be as healthy as their marketing would suggest.

  24. 'Forever in our hearts': Danny Frawley's family shocked and devastated by death

    The family of former AFL star and coach Danny Frawley say they are "totally shocked and devastated" by the loss of "a remarkable man who touched the lives of many", a day after he died in a car crash in western Victoria.

  25. Suburban residents furious to be offered NBN via satellite which is normally reserved for regional areas

    Former Powderfinger guitarist Ian Haug says the satellite internet connection he has been offered by the NBN is not sufficient for his recording studio. He is one of many Samford residents fighting for better NBN.

  26. 'Badge of honour': Rise of the rescue pet sees huge drop in euthanasia rate

    Twenty years ago, cats and dogs in RSPCA animal shelters had a good chance of being put down. Today, it's a different story.

  27. Queensland bushfire toll revealed as residents head home but threat remains

    The high temperatures and winds that have fanned severe bushfires in southern Queensland are easing, but some communities need to stay alert with more than 70 blazes still burning. Despite the reprieve, conditions are expected to worsen again on Friday.

  28. It's not illegal to sell dangerous products in Australia — some say it's time for change

    Risks uncovered include folding strollers that could potentially snag — and sever — little fingers, and cots where the bars were wide enough for a child to poke their head through and become stuck.

  29. Is loud sneezing controllable? There's more to it than just the size of the sneeze

    How is it that some people can let out a dainty outburst as quiet as a mouse while others sound like they're ripping a hole in the fabric of the universe? If you're a loud sneezer, you might find the answer a bit on the nose.

  30. Gladys Liu 'cannot recall' being on China Overseas Exchange Association councils

    Liberal backbencher Gladys Liu is being urged to address Parliament about multiple claims of her association with China's foreign influence operations.

  31. Netflix documentary American Factory offers a nightmarish vision of the future of work

    The Sundance-acclaimed film, the first to be released by the Obamas' new film company, is a horror story from the frontlines of late capitalism.

  1. Military and government figures have been wargaming to prepare for climate change — they're worried

    The most powerful bureaucrats in Australia have been wargaming to prepare the country for "national-scale systemic climate risks" that could affect "the full spectrum of human activity".

  2. 'Parole is a privilege': Russell Street Bomber Craig Minogue fails in High Court freedom bid

    The High Court upholds a Victorian law preventing Russell Street bomber Craig Minogue from being released unless he is about to die or too incapacitated to pose a threat.

  3. Construction worker dies in Ballarat wall collapse

    WorkSafe and police investigate the death of a construction worker who was demolishing a Ballarat home when he was killed in a wall collapse this morning.

  4. Analysis: Trump never liked Bolton's warmongering — or his moustache

    The image-conscious President hesitated to hire the tough-talking hawk as his national security adviser. The relationship never got better, writes North America correspondent Conor Duffy.

  5. Three Australians arrested and detained in Iran

    In two cases that are understood not to be connected, three Australians are arrested and detained in Iran.

  6. Gladys Liu confirms being on China Overseas Exchange Association council

    The Liberal backbencher admits to previous membership of an organisation linked to China's foreign interference operations, less than 24 hours after saying she could not recall being a part of it.

  7. Tayla Harris's kick immortalised in bronze statue unveiled in Melbourne

    Carlton AFLW player Tayla Harris says she hopes a statue of an iconic kick performed by her on the field will serve as a "message" and "turning point" for Australian society.

  8. Why Apple's streaming TV service will be stiff competition for Netflix and Disney

    Apple has unveiled its top products for the year ahead, including a triple-camera iPhone and a TV streaming service set to undercut Disney, Netflix and HBO. Oh, and there's something for gamers too.

  9. Boris Johnson urged to strip former England cricketer Geoffrey Boycott of new knighthood

    There are calls for British Prime Minister Boris Johnson to strip former English cricket captain Geoffrey Boycott of his knighthood over a past domestic abuse conviction.

  10. Rocket siren forces Israel PM off stage during West Bank annexation speech

    Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is evacuated during a speech due to air-raid sirens, moments after announcing a plan to annex a part of the occupied West Bank if he wins in next week's national elections.

  11. 'It is an epidemic': An astronomical rise in violence and a system struggling to cope

    The tale of Anna's four-year fight for freedom and protection for her family from a violent child rapist highlights a justice system battling to cope with a sharp surge in family violence.

  12. Inside the devastation and heartache of razed Binna Burra lodge

    For 86 years the historic Gold Coast hinterland lodge was a beacon for bushwalkers, stressed executives and school children, but its chairman is now traumatised by the charred ruin with an uncertain future.

  13. It's not illegal to sell dangerous products in Australia — some say it's time for change

    Risks uncovered include folding strollers that could potentially snag — and sever — little fingers, and cots where the bars were wide enough for a child to poke their head through and become stuck.

  14. Woman who faced jail for going to football games dies after setting herself on fire outside court

    Sahar Khodayari, who was arrested after dressing in a wig and a coat in an attempt to watch her favourite football team, dies after she set herself alight in what has been seen as a protest against a ban on women in stadiums in Iran.

  15. 'Forever in our hearts': Danny Frawley's family shocked and devastated by death

    The family of former AFL star and coach Danny Frawley say they are "totally shocked and devastated" by the loss of "a remarkable man who touched the lives of many", a day after he died in a car crash in western Victoria.

  16. From Waleed Aly to Adut Akech: 'Casual racism' in the media is 'a constant problem'

    When a magazine illustrated a feature of her with an image of a different model, model Adut Akech said she was sure it'd happened to other people. She was right. Misidentification is a "constant problem" in the media — just ask Zindzi Okenyo, Ronny Chieng or Waleed Aly.

  17. Tax refunds more likely to go to the bank than the shops, Westpac survey finds

    Hopes of a tax cut-led retail recovery appear dented as Westpac's regular consumer sentiment survey shows the majority of people plan to save most of their refund rather than spend it.

  18. Suburban residents furious to be offered NBN via satellite which is normally reserved for regional areas

    Former Powderfinger guitarist Ian Haug says the satellite internet connection he has been offered by the NBN is not sufficient for his recording studio. He is one of many Samford residents fighting for better NBN.

  19. Dujuan was almost thrown in prison at age 10, now he is speaking at the United Nations

    A 12-year-old Arrente and Garrwa boy will speak in front of hundreds in Geneva, calling on the Australian Government to raise the age of criminality to stop children as young as 10 being locked up.

  20. Massive delays in Perth after someone decided to deliver a bridge down a freeway in peak hour

    Main Roads apologises after a delay in moving a new pedestrian bridge causes peak hour chaos for thousands of city-bound motorists on the Mitchell Freeway.

  21. Scientists have identified world's most 'shocking' animal

    A newly discovered species of electric eel can produce an 860-volt electric shock, the most powerful shock produced by any known animal.

  22. Opinion: The key ingredient for success that no-one wants to talk about

    Work hard, fail often, have passion and persistence and learn from your mistakes: but there's one key ingredient of success missing from this list, writes Marnie Vinall.

  23. Mr World pageant's Australian rep asked to remove Aboriginal flag from costume

    When Jony Berry represented Australia at an international modelling competition, he was asked to remove the Aboriginal flag from his costume.

  24. Let's talk about that credit card you haven't paid off

    Australians owe $45 billion on credit cards and the financial watchdog has taken a look at how much interest we're paying across more than 20 million accounts. The message — it's time to talk about paying that debt off.

  25. Queensland bushfire toll revealed as residents head home but threat remains

    The high temperatures and winds that have fanned severe bushfires in southern Queensland are easing, but some communities need to stay alert with more than 70 blazes still burning. Despite the reprieve, conditions are expected to worsen again on Friday.

  26. Gladys Liu 'cannot recall' being on China Overseas Exchange Association councils

    Liberal backbencher Gladys Liu is being urged to address Parliament about multiple claims of her association with China's foreign influence operations.

  27. Study finds 'fake meats' could pose their own health risks

    Pork-free bacon, tofu-based sausages and other so-called "fake meats" on supermarket shelves are booming, but new research finds they may not be as healthy as their marketing would suggest.

  28. 'Badge of honour': Rise of the rescue pet sees huge drop in euthanasia rate

    Twenty years ago, cats and dogs in RSPCA animal shelters had a good chance of being put down. Today, it's a different story.

  29. Netflix documentary American Factory offers a nightmarish vision of the future of work

    The Sundance-acclaimed film, the first to be released by the Obamas' new film company, is a horror story from the frontlines of late capitalism.

  1. Queensland bushfire toll revealed as residents head home but threat remains

    The high temperatures and winds that have fanned severe bushfires in southern Queensland are easing, but some communities need to stay alert with more than 70 blazes still burning. Despite the reprieve, conditions are expected to worsen again on Friday.

  2. Finding ways to fight fire without water as crews face 'nightmare scenario'

    With dams and creeks bone dry in drought-stricken towns, firefighters are being forced to find ways to combat blazes that are almost impossible to extinguish.

  3. Inside the devastation and heartache of razed Binna Burra lodge

    For 86 years the historic Gold Coast hinterland lodge was a beacon for bushwalkers, stressed executives and school children, but its chairman is now traumatised by the charred ruin with an uncertain future.

  4. Public tip-offs lead to murder charge over Kalinga Park death

    A 34-year-old man is arrested and has his case adjourned in the Brisbane Magistrates Court, a week after the discovery of a woman's body in Kalinga Park.

  5. Military and government figures have been wargaming to prepare for climate change — they're worried

    The most powerful bureaucrats in Australia have been wargaming to prepare the country for "national-scale systemic climate risks" that could affect "the full spectrum of human activity".

  6. Gladys Liu confirms being on China Overseas Exchange Association council

    The Liberal backbencher admits to previous membership of an organisation linked to China's foreign interference operations, less than 24 hours after saying she could not recall being a part of it.

  7. Three Australians arrested and detained in Iran

    In two cases that are understood not to be connected, three Australians are arrested and detained in Iran.

  8. Analysis: Trump never liked Bolton's warmongering — or his moustache

    The image-conscious President hesitated to hire the tough-talking hawk as his national security adviser. The relationship never got better, writes North America correspondent Conor Duffy.

  9. Why Apple's streaming TV service will be stiff competition for Netflix and Disney

    Apple has unveiled its top products for the year ahead, including a triple-camera iPhone and a TV streaming service set to undercut Disney, Netflix and HBO. Oh, and there's something for gamers too.

  10. 'Parole is a privilege': Russell Street Bomber Craig Minogue fails in High Court freedom bid

    The High Court upholds a Victorian law preventing Russell Street bomber Craig Minogue from being released unless he is about to die or too incapacitated to pose a threat.

  11. From Waleed Aly to Adut Akech: 'Casual racism' in the media is 'a constant problem'

    When a magazine illustrated a feature of her with an image of a different model, model Adut Akech said she was sure it'd happened to other people. She was right. Misidentification is a "constant problem" in the media — just ask Zindzi Okenyo, Ronny Chieng or Waleed Aly.

  12. Tax refunds more likely to go to the bank than the shops, Westpac survey finds

    Hopes of a tax cut-led retail recovery appear dented as Westpac's regular consumer sentiment survey shows the majority of people plan to save most of their refund rather than spend it.

  13. 'Worst roll out in the country': Brisbane's outskirts furious over NBN connection

    Former Powderfinger guitarist Ian Haug says the satellite internet connection he has been offered by the NBN is not sufficient for his recording studio. He is one of many Samford residents fighting for better NBN.

  14. Massive delays in Perth after someone decided to deliver a bridge down a freeway in peak hour

    Main Roads apologises after a delay in moving a new pedestrian bridge causes peak hour chaos for thousands of city-bound motorists on the Mitchell Freeway.

  15. Scientists have identified world's most 'shocking' animal

    A newly discovered species of electric eel can produce an 860-volt electric shock, the most powerful shock produced by any known animal.

  16. Suburban residents furious to be offered NBN via satellite which is normally reserved for regional areas

    Former Powderfinger guitarist Ian Haug says the satellite internet connection he has been offered by the NBN is not sufficient for his recording studio. He is one of many Samford residents fighting for better NBN.

  17. Rocket siren forces Israel PM off stage during West Bank annexation speech

    Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is evacuated during a speech due to air-raid sirens, moments after announcing a plan to annex a part of the occupied West Bank if he wins in next week's national elections.

  18. Opinion: The key ingredient for success that no-one wants to talk about

    Work hard, fail often, have passion and persistence and learn from your mistakes: but there's one key ingredient of success missing from this list, writes Marnie Vinall.

  19. Tayla Harris's kick immortalised in bronze statue unveiled in Melbourne

    Carlton AFLW player Tayla Harris says she hopes a statue of an iconic kick performed by her on the field will serve as a "message" and "turning point" for Australian society.

  20. Woman who faced jail for going to football games dies after setting herself on fire outside court

    Sahar Khodayari, who was arrested after dressing in a wig and a coat in an attempt to watch her favourite football team, dies after she set herself alight in what has been seen as a protest against a ban on women in stadiums in Iran.

  21. Boris Johnson urged to strip former England cricketer Geoffrey Boycott of new knighthood

    There are calls for British Prime Minister Boris Johnson to strip former English cricket captain Geoffrey Boycott of his knighthood over a past domestic abuse conviction.

  22. Mr World pageant's Australian rep asked to remove Aboriginal flag from costume

    When Jony Berry represented Australia at an international modelling competition, he was asked to remove the Aboriginal flag from his costume.

  23. 'It is an epidemic': An astronomical rise in violence and a system struggling to cope

    The tale of Anna's four-year fight for freedom and protection for her family from a violent child rapist highlights a justice system battling to cope with a sharp surge in family violence.

  24. Let's talk about that credit card you haven't paid off

    Australians owe $45 billion on credit cards and the financial watchdog has taken a look at how much interest we're paying across more than 20 million accounts. The message — it's time to talk about paying that debt off.

  25. Study finds 'fake meats' could pose their own health risks

    Pork-free bacon, tofu-based sausages and other so-called "fake meats" on supermarket shelves are booming, but new research finds they may not be as healthy as their marketing would suggest.

  26. 'Forever in our hearts': Danny Frawley's family shocked and devastated by death

    The family of former AFL star and coach Danny Frawley say they are "totally shocked and devastated" by the loss of "a remarkable man who touched the lives of many", a day after he died in a car crash in western Victoria.

  27. 'Badge of honour': Rise of the rescue pet sees huge drop in euthanasia rate

    Twenty years ago, cats and dogs in RSPCA animal shelters had a good chance of being put down. Today, it's a different story.

  28. Is loud sneezing controllable? There's more to it than just the size of the sneeze

    How is it that some people can let out a dainty outburst as quiet as a mouse while others sound like they're ripping a hole in the fabric of the universe? If you're a loud sneezer, you might find the answer a bit on the nose.

  29. Netflix documentary American Factory offers a nightmarish vision of the future of work

    The Sundance-acclaimed film, the first to be released by the Obamas' new film company, is a horror story from the frontlines of late capitalism.

  1. 'It's an epidemic': An astronomical rise in violence sees a system struggle to cope

    The tale of Anna's four-year fight for freedom and protection for her family from a violent child rapist highlights a justice system battling to cope with a sharp surge in family violence.

  2. Three Australians arrested and detained in Iran

    In two cases that are understood not to be connected, three Australians are arrested and detained in Iran.

  3. Massive delays after someone decided to deliver a bridge down the Mitchell Freeway in peak hour

    Main Roads apologises after a delay in moving a new pedestrian bridge causes peak hour chaos for thousands of city-bound motorists on the Mitchell Freeway.

  4. Military and government figures have been wargaming to prepare for climate change — they're worried

    The most powerful bureaucrats in Australia have been wargaming to prepare the country for "national-scale systemic climate risks" that could affect "the full spectrum of human activity".

  5. Rocket siren forces Israel PM off stage during West Bank annexation speech

    Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is evacuated during a speech due to air-raid sirens, moments after announcing a plan to annex a part of the occupied West Bank if he wins in next week's national elections.

  6. Analysis: Trump never liked Bolton's warmongering — or his moustache

    The image-conscious President hesitated to hire the tough-talking hawk as his national security adviser. The relationship never got better, writes North America correspondent Conor Duffy.

  7. Why Apple's streaming TV service will be stiff competition for Netflix and Disney

    Apple has unveiled its top products for the year ahead, including a triple-camera iPhone and a TV streaming service set to undercut Disney, Netflix and HBO. Oh, and there's something for gamers too.

  8. Mother who murdered baby in fantasy gone wrong fails to avoid life jail term

    A judge has ruled a young West Australian mother who violently shook her baby daughter to death must serve a life jail term, with at least 13 years behind bars before she can be released.

  9. Tax refunds more likely to go to the bank than the shops, Westpac survey finds

    Hopes of a tax cut-led retail recovery appear dented as Westpac's regular consumer sentiment survey shows the majority of people plan to save most of their refund rather than spend it.

  10. 'Parole is a privilege': Russell Street Bomber Craig Minogue fails in High Court freedom bid

    The High Court upholds a Victorian law preventing Russell Street bomber Craig Minogue from being released unless he is about to die or too incapacitated to pose a threat.

  11. Treasurer guarantees homeowners' data will be secure as WA property database sold for $1.4b

    The WA Government announces the partial sale of property and land data agency Landgate for $1.41 billion upfront, with the money set to help fund redress for victims of historic sexual abuse.

  12. Let's talk about that credit card you haven't paid off

    Australians owe $45 billion on credit cards and the financial watchdog has taken a look at how much interest we're paying across more than 20 million accounts. The message — it's time to talk about paying that debt off.

  13. More than 100 guns 'destined for organised crime' seized by police after firearms shop heist

    WA Police seize about 70 handguns and 30 long arm rifles linked to the kidnapping of an elderly man and the robbery of a Perth gun store, with one suspect charged and a second believed to have fled the country.

  14. Spine-tingling research aims to collect data on WA's most feared predator

    Following a deadly shark attack in the region two years ago, an Esperance community group has launched a project it hopes will provide a rare insight into the behaviour of white sharks.

  15. From Waleed Aly to Adut Akech: 'Casual racism' in the media is 'a constant problem'

    When a magazine illustrated a feature of her with an image of a different model, model Adut Akech said she was sure it'd happened to other people. She was right. Misidentification is a "constant problem" in the media — just ask Zindzi Okenyo, Ronny Chieng or Waleed Aly.

  16. Woman who faced jail for going to football games dies after setting herself on fire outside court

    Sahar Khodayari, who was arrested after dressing in a wig and a coat in an attempt to watch her favourite football team, dies after she set herself alight in what has been seen as a protest against a ban on women in stadiums in Iran.

  17. Gladys Liu 'cannot recall' being on China Overseas Exchange Association councils

    Liberal backbencher Gladys Liu is being urged to address Parliament about multiple claims of her association with China's foreign influence operations.

  18. 'Badge of honour': Rise of the rescue pet sees huge drop in euthanasia rate

    Twenty years ago, cats and dogs in RSPCA animal shelters had a good chance of being put down. Today, it's a different story.

  19. Suburban residents furious to be offered NBN via satellite which is normally reserved for regional areas

    Former Powderfinger guitarist Ian Haug says the satellite internet connection he has been offered by the NBN is not sufficient for his recording studio. He is one of many Samford residents fighting for better NBN.

  20. Boris Johnson urged to strip former England cricketer Geoffrey Boycott of new knighthood

    There are calls for British Prime Minister Boris Johnson to strip former English cricket captain Geoffrey Boycott of his knighthood over a past domestic abuse conviction.

  21. 'Forever in our hearts': Danny Frawley's family shocked and devastated by death

    The family of former AFL star and coach Danny Frawley say they are "totally shocked and devastated" by the loss of "a remarkable man who touched the lives of many", a day after he died in a car crash in western Victoria.

  22. It's not illegal to sell dangerous products in Australia — some say it's time for change

    Risks uncovered include folding strollers that could potentially snag — and sever — little fingers, and cots where the bars were wide enough for a child to poke their head through and become stuck.

  23. Finding ways to fight fire without water as crews face 'nightmare scenario'

    With dams and creeks bone dry in drought-stricken towns, firefighters are being forced to find ways to combat blazes that are almost impossible to extinguish.

  24. Dujuan was almost thrown in prison at age 10, now he is speaking at the United Nations

    A 12-year-old Arrente and Garrwa boy will speak in front of hundreds in Geneva, calling on the Australian Government to raise the age of criminality to stop children as young as 10 being locked up.

  25. 11yo boy behind the wheel in crash that killed young girl, police say

    Investigators reveal that an 11-year-old boy was the driver of a vehicle that overturned and killed a young girl in northern WA at the weekend.

  26. Mr World pageant's Australian rep asked to remove Aboriginal flag from costume

    When Jony Berry represented Australia at an international modelling competition, he was asked to remove the Aboriginal flag from his costume.

  1. Military and government figures have been wargaming to prepare for climate change — they're worried

    The most powerful bureaucrats in Australia have been wargaming to prepare the country for "national-scale systemic climate risks" that could affect "the full spectrum of human activity".

  2. Gladys Liu confirms being on China Overseas Exchange Association council

    The Liberal backbencher admits to previous membership of an organisation linked to China's foreign interference operations, less than 24 hours after saying she could not recall being a part of it.

  3. Three Australians arrested and detained in Iran

    In two cases that are understood not to be connected, three Australians are arrested and detained in Iran.

  4. Analysis: Trump never liked Bolton's warmongering — or his moustache

    The image-conscious President hesitated to hire the tough-talking hawk as his national security adviser. The relationship never got better, writes North America correspondent Conor Duffy.

  5. Why Apple's streaming TV service will be stiff competition for Netflix and Disney

    Apple has unveiled its top products for the year ahead, including a triple-camera iPhone and a TV streaming service set to undercut Disney, Netflix and HBO. Oh, and there's something for gamers too.

  6. 'Parole is a privilege': Russell Street Bomber Craig Minogue fails in High Court freedom bid

    The High Court upholds a Victorian law preventing Russell Street bomber Craig Minogue from being released unless he is about to die or too incapacitated to pose a threat.

  7. From Waleed Aly to Adut Akech: 'Casual racism' in the media is 'a constant problem'

    When a magazine illustrated a feature of her with an image of a different model, model Adut Akech said she was sure it'd happened to other people. She was right. Misidentification is a "constant problem" in the media — just ask Zindzi Okenyo, Ronny Chieng or Waleed Aly.

  8. Inside the devastation and heartache of razed Binna Burra lodge

    For 86 years the historic Gold Coast hinterland lodge was a beacon for bushwalkers, stressed executives and school children, but its chairman is now traumatised by the charred ruin with an uncertain future.

  9. Tax refunds more likely to go to the bank than the shops, Westpac survey finds

    Hopes of a tax cut-led retail recovery appear dented as Westpac's regular consumer sentiment survey shows the majority of people plan to save most of their refund rather than spend it.

  10. Finding ways to fight fire without water as crews face 'nightmare scenario'

    With dams and creeks bone dry in drought-stricken towns, firefighters are being forced to find ways to combat blazes that are almost impossible to extinguish.

  11. Massive delays in Perth after someone decided to deliver a bridge down a freeway in peak hour

    Main Roads apologises after a delay in moving a new pedestrian bridge causes peak hour chaos for thousands of city-bound motorists on the Mitchell Freeway.

  12. Scientists have identified world's most 'shocking' animal

    A newly discovered species of electric eel can produce an 860-volt electric shock, the most powerful shock produced by any known animal.

  13. Mr World pageant's Australian rep asked to remove Aboriginal flag from costume

    When Jony Berry represented Australia at an international modelling competition, he was asked to remove the Aboriginal flag from his costume.

  14. Rocket siren forces Israel PM off stage during West Bank annexation speech

    Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is evacuated during a speech due to air-raid sirens, moments after announcing a plan to annex a part of the occupied West Bank if he wins in next week's national elections.

  15. Tayla Harris's kick immortalised in bronze statue unveiled in Melbourne

    Carlton AFLW player Tayla Harris says she hopes a statue of an iconic kick performed by her on the field will serve as a "message" and "turning point" for Australian society.

  16. Boris Johnson urged to strip former England cricketer Geoffrey Boycott of new knighthood

    There are calls for British Prime Minister Boris Johnson to strip former English cricket captain Geoffrey Boycott of his knighthood over a past domestic abuse conviction.

  17. Opinion: The key ingredient for success that no-one wants to talk about

    Work hard, fail often, have passion and persistence and learn from your mistakes: but there's one key ingredient of success missing from this list, writes Marnie Vinall.

  18. Woman who faced jail for going to football games dies after setting herself on fire outside court

    Sahar Khodayari, who was arrested after dressing in a wig and a coat in an attempt to watch her favourite football team, dies after she set herself alight in what has been seen as a protest against a ban on women in stadiums in Iran.

  19. 'It is an epidemic': An astronomical rise in violence and a system struggling to cope

    The tale of Anna's four-year fight for freedom and protection for her family from a violent child rapist highlights a justice system battling to cope with a sharp surge in family violence.

  20. Suburban residents furious to be offered NBN via satellite which is normally reserved for regional areas

    Former Powderfinger guitarist Ian Haug says the satellite internet connection he has been offered by the NBN is not sufficient for his recording studio. He is one of many Samford residents fighting for better NBN.

  21. Study finds 'fake meats' could pose their own health risks

    Pork-free bacon, tofu-based sausages and other so-called "fake meats" on supermarket shelves are booming, but new research finds they may not be as healthy as their marketing would suggest.

  22. Let's talk about that credit card you haven't paid off

    Australians owe $45 billion on credit cards and the financial watchdog has taken a look at how much interest we're paying across more than 20 million accounts. The message — it's time to talk about paying that debt off.

  23. 'Forever in our hearts': Danny Frawley's family shocked and devastated by death

    The family of former AFL star and coach Danny Frawley say they are "totally shocked and devastated" by the loss of "a remarkable man who touched the lives of many", a day after he died in a car crash in western Victoria.

  24. 'Badge of honour': Rise of the rescue pet sees huge drop in euthanasia rate

    Twenty years ago, cats and dogs in RSPCA animal shelters had a good chance of being put down. Today, it's a different story.

  25. Is loud sneezing controllable? There's more to it than just the size of the sneeze

    How is it that some people can let out a dainty outburst as quiet as a mouse while others sound like they're ripping a hole in the fabric of the universe? If you're a loud sneezer, you might find the answer a bit on the nose.

  26. Netflix documentary American Factory offers a nightmarish vision of the future of work

    The Sundance-acclaimed film, the first to be released by the Obamas' new film company, is a horror story from the frontlines of late capitalism.

  1. Military and government figures have been wargaming to prepare for climate change — they're worried

    The most powerful bureaucrats in Australia have been wargaming to prepare the country for "national-scale systemic climate risks" that could affect "the full spectrum of human activity".

  2. Gladys Liu confirms being on China Overseas Exchange Association council

    The Liberal backbencher admits to previous membership of an organisation linked to China's foreign interference operations, less than 24 hours after saying she could not recall being a part of it.

  3. Third man pleads guilty to manslaughter over bashing that left man dead on doorstep

    All three men charged over a bashing that killed Canberra man Bobby Allan, who died after collapsing at a neighbour's door seeking help for his injuries, plead guilty to manslaughter.

  4. Three Australians arrested and detained in Iran

    In two cases that are understood not to be connected, three Australians are arrested and detained in Iran.

  5. Analysis: Trump never liked Bolton's warmongering — or his moustache

    The image-conscious President hesitated to hire the tough-talking hawk as his national security adviser. The relationship never got better, writes North America correspondent Conor Duffy.

  6. 'Parole is a privilege': Russell Street Bomber Craig Minogue fails in High Court freedom bid

    The High Court upholds a Victorian law preventing Russell Street bomber Craig Minogue from being released unless he is about to die or too incapacitated to pose a threat.

  7. Analysis: Will sinking money into raising London Circuit be worth it? Probably

    The measurable economic benefits might not amount to much and the construction could be a nightmare for commuters, but it's what can't be measured that counts.

  8. Why Apple's streaming TV service will be stiff competition for Netflix and Disney

    Apple has unveiled its top products for the year ahead, including a triple-camera iPhone and a TV streaming service set to undercut Disney, Netflix and HBO. Oh, and there's something for gamers too.

  9. Rocket siren forces Israel PM off stage during West Bank annexation speech

    Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is evacuated during a speech due to air-raid sirens, moments after announcing a plan to annex a part of the occupied West Bank if he wins in next week's national elections.

  10. Inside the devastation and heartache of razed Binna Burra lodge

    For 86 years the historic Gold Coast hinterland lodge was a beacon for bushwalkers, stressed executives and school children, but its chairman is now traumatised by the charred ruin with an uncertain future.

  11. From Waleed Aly to Adut Akech: 'Casual racism' in the media is 'a constant problem'

    When a magazine illustrated a feature of her with an image of a different model, model Adut Akech said she was sure it'd happened to other people. She was right. Misidentification is a "constant problem" in the media — just ask Zindzi Okenyo, Ronny Chieng or Waleed Aly.

  12. Tax refunds more likely to go to the bank than the shops, Westpac survey finds

    Hopes of a tax cut-led retail recovery appear dented as Westpac's regular consumer sentiment survey shows the majority of people plan to save most of their refund rather than spend it.

  13. Finding ways to fight fire without water as crews face 'nightmare scenario'

    With dams and creeks bone dry in drought-stricken towns, firefighters are being forced to find ways to combat blazes that are almost impossible to extinguish.

  14. Massive delays in Perth after someone decided to deliver a bridge down a freeway in peak hour

    Main Roads apologises after a delay in moving a new pedestrian bridge causes peak hour chaos for thousands of city-bound motorists on the Mitchell Freeway.

  15. Opinion: The key ingredient for success that no-one wants to talk about

    Work hard, fail often, have passion and persistence and learn from your mistakes: but there's one key ingredient of success missing from this list, writes Marnie Vinall.

  16. Woman who faced jail for going to football games dies after setting herself on fire outside court

    Sahar Khodayari, who was arrested after dressing in a wig and a coat in an attempt to watch her favourite football team, dies after she set herself alight in what has been seen as a protest against a ban on women in stadiums in Iran.

  17. Boris Johnson urged to strip former England cricketer Geoffrey Boycott of new knighthood

    There are calls for British Prime Minister Boris Johnson to strip former English cricket captain Geoffrey Boycott of his knighthood over a past domestic abuse conviction.

  18. 'It is an epidemic': An astronomical rise in violence and a system struggling to cope

    The tale of Anna's four-year fight for freedom and protection for her family from a violent child rapist highlights a justice system battling to cope with a sharp surge in family violence.

  19. Mr World pageant's Australian rep asked to remove Aboriginal flag from costume

    When Jony Berry represented Australia at an international modelling competition, he was asked to remove the Aboriginal flag from his costume.

  20. Let's talk about that credit card you haven't paid off

    Australians owe $45 billion on credit cards and the financial watchdog has taken a look at how much interest we're paying across more than 20 million accounts. The message — it's time to talk about paying that debt off.

  21. Suburban residents furious to be offered NBN via satellite which is normally reserved for regional areas

    Former Powderfinger guitarist Ian Haug says the satellite internet connection he has been offered by the NBN is not sufficient for his recording studio. He is one of many Samford residents fighting for better NBN.

  22. It's not illegal to sell dangerous products in Australia — some say it's time for change

    Risks uncovered include folding strollers that could potentially snag — and sever — little fingers, and cots where the bars were wide enough for a child to poke their head through and become stuck.

  23. 'Forever in our hearts': Danny Frawley's family shocked and devastated by death

    The family of former AFL star and coach Danny Frawley say they are "totally shocked and devastated" by the loss of "a remarkable man who touched the lives of many", a day after he died in a car crash in western Victoria.

  24. Study finds 'fake meats' could pose their own health risks

    Pork-free bacon, tofu-based sausages and other so-called "fake meats" on supermarket shelves are booming, but new research finds they may not be as healthy as their marketing would suggest.

  25. 'Badge of honour': Rise of the rescue pet sees huge drop in euthanasia rate

    Twenty years ago, cats and dogs in RSPCA animal shelters had a good chance of being put down. Today, it's a different story.

  26. Is loud sneezing controllable? There's more to it than just the size of the sneeze

    How is it that some people can let out a dainty outburst as quiet as a mouse while others sound like they're ripping a hole in the fabric of the universe? If you're a loud sneezer, you might find the answer a bit on the nose.

  27. Queensland bushfire toll revealed as residents head home but threat remains

    The high temperatures and winds that have fanned severe bushfires in southern Queensland are easing, but some communities need to stay alert with more than 70 blazes still burning. Despite the reprieve, conditions are expected to worsen again on Friday.

  28. Public tip-offs lead to murder charge over Kalinga Park death

    A 34-year-old man is arrested and has his case adjourned in the Brisbane Magistrates Court, a week after the discovery of a woman's body in Kalinga Park.

  29. Gladys Liu 'cannot recall' being on China Overseas Exchange Association councils

    Liberal backbencher Gladys Liu is being urged to address Parliament about multiple claims of her association with China's foreign influence operations.

  30. Netflix documentary American Factory offers a nightmarish vision of the future of work

    The Sundance-acclaimed film, the first to be released by the Obamas' new film company, is a horror story from the frontlines of late capitalism.

  1. Military and government figures have been wargaming to prepare for climate change — they're worried

    The most powerful bureaucrats in Australia have been wargaming to prepare the country for "national-scale systemic climate risks" that could affect "the full spectrum of human activity".

  2. Tasmania Now: Worker's lucky escape in crane mishap, Ogilvie meets Labor to discuss future

    DAILY BRIEFING: A worker has been "narrowly missed" by a bolt falling from a crane at a Hobart worksite, and Madeleine Ogilvie meets with Labor to discuss her future.

  3. Three Australians arrested and detained in Iran

    In two cases that are understood not to be connected, three Australians are arrested and detained in Iran.

  4. Analysis: Trump never liked Bolton's warmongering — or his moustache

    The image-conscious President hesitated to hire the tough-talking hawk as his national security adviser. The relationship never got better, writes North America correspondent Conor Duffy.

  5. Why one of Australia's leading gay rights activists wants to keep these 'holy relics' safe

    Close to the heart of gay rights campaigner Rodney Croome are two flags made from the dresses of drag queens who fought police in the Stonewall riots in New York. They'll now be preserved in a collection of memorabilia documenting the battle to change society's views.

  6. Why Apple's streaming TV service will be stiff competition for Netflix and Disney

    Apple has unveiled its top products for the year ahead, including a triple-camera iPhone and a TV streaming service set to undercut Disney, Netflix and HBO. Oh, and there's something for gamers too.

  7. Rocket siren forces Israel PM off stage during West Bank annexation speech

    Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is evacuated during a speech due to air-raid sirens, moments after announcing a plan to annex a part of the occupied West Bank if he wins in next week's national elections.

  8. Mr World pageant's Australian rep asked to remove Aboriginal flag from costume

    When Jony Berry represented Australia at an international modelling competition, he was asked to remove the Aboriginal flag from his costume.

  9. Let's talk about that credit card you haven't paid off

    Australians owe $45 billion on credit cards and the financial watchdog has taken a look at how much interest we're paying across more than 20 million accounts. The message — it's time to talk about paying that debt off.

  10. Gladys Liu confirms being on China Overseas Exchange Association council

    The Liberal backbencher admits to previous membership of an organisation linked to China's foreign interference operations, less than 24 hours after saying she could not recall being a part of it.

  11. From Waleed Aly to Adut Akech: 'Casual racism' in the media is 'a constant problem'

    When a magazine illustrated a feature of her with an image of a different model, model Adut Akech said she was sure it'd happened to other people. She was right. Misidentification is a "constant problem" in the media — just ask Zindzi Okenyo, Ronny Chieng or Waleed Aly.

  12. Inside the devastation and heartache of razed Binna Burra lodge

    For 86 years the historic Gold Coast hinterland lodge was a beacon for bushwalkers, stressed executives and school children, but its chairman is now traumatised by the charred ruin with an uncertain future.

  13. Tax refunds more likely to go to the bank than the shops, Westpac survey finds

    Hopes of a tax cut-led retail recovery appear dented as Westpac's regular consumer sentiment survey shows the majority of people plan to save most of their refund rather than spend it.

  14. Gladys Liu 'cannot recall' being on China Overseas Exchange Association councils

    Liberal backbencher Gladys Liu is being urged to address Parliament about multiple claims of her association with China's foreign influence operations.

  15. Scientists have identified world's most 'shocking' animal

    A newly discovered species of electric eel can produce an 860-volt electric shock, the most powerful shock produced by any known animal.

  16. Massive delays in Perth after someone decided to deliver a bridge down a freeway in peak hour

    Main Roads apologises after a delay in moving a new pedestrian bridge causes peak hour chaos for thousands of city-bound motorists on the Mitchell Freeway.

  17. Tayla Harris's kick immortalised in bronze statue unveiled in Melbourne

    Carlton AFLW player Tayla Harris says she hopes a statue of an iconic kick performed by her on the field will serve as a "message" and "turning point" for Australian society.

  18. Boris Johnson urged to strip former England cricketer Geoffrey Boycott of new knighthood

    There are calls for British Prime Minister Boris Johnson to strip former English cricket captain Geoffrey Boycott of his knighthood over a past domestic abuse conviction.

  19. 'It is an epidemic': An astronomical rise in violence and a system struggling to cope

    The tale of Anna's four-year fight for freedom and protection for her family from a violent child rapist highlights a justice system battling to cope with a sharp surge in family violence.

  20. 'Forever in our hearts': Danny Frawley's family shocked and devastated by death

    The family of former AFL star and coach Danny Frawley say they are "totally shocked and devastated" by the loss of "a remarkable man who touched the lives of many", a day after he died in a car crash in western Victoria.

  21. Actions of woman jailed for illegally importing garlic were 'outstandingly dangerous'

    A woman who illegally imported garlic bulbs, marking them as "office supplies", and put Australia's agriculture sector at risk will spend at least two months in jail.

  22. Queensland bushfire toll revealed as residents head home but threat remains

    The high temperatures and winds that have fanned severe bushfires in southern Queensland are easing, but some communities need to stay alert with more than 70 blazes still burning. Despite the reprieve, conditions are expected to worsen again on Friday.

  23. Opinion: The key ingredient for success that no-one wants to talk about

    Work hard, fail often, have passion and persistence and learn from your mistakes: but there's one key ingredient of success missing from this list, writes Marnie Vinall.

  24. Study finds 'fake meats' could pose their own health risks

    Pork-free bacon, tofu-based sausages and other so-called "fake meats" on supermarket shelves are booming, but new research finds they may not be as healthy as their marketing would suggest.

  25. Woman who faced jail for going to football games dies after setting herself on fire outside court

    Sahar Khodayari, who was arrested after dressing in a wig and a coat in an attempt to watch her favourite football team, dies after she set herself alight in what has been seen as a protest against a ban on women in stadiums in Iran.

  26. Finding ways to fight fire without water as crews face 'nightmare scenario'

    With dams and creeks bone dry in drought-stricken towns, firefighters are being forced to find ways to combat blazes that are almost impossible to extinguish.

  27. 'Badge of honour': Rise of the rescue pet sees huge drop in euthanasia rate

    Twenty years ago, cats and dogs in RSPCA animal shelters had a good chance of being put down. Today, it's a different story.

  28. Is loud sneezing controllable? There's more to it than just the size of the sneeze

    How is it that some people can let out a dainty outburst as quiet as a mouse while others sound like they're ripping a hole in the fabric of the universe? If you're a loud sneezer, you might find the answer a bit on the nose.

  29. Netflix documentary American Factory offers a nightmarish vision of the future of work

    The Sundance-acclaimed film, the first to be released by the Obamas' new film company, is a horror story from the frontlines of late capitalism.

  1. Military and government figures have been wargaming to prepare for climate change — they're worried

    The most powerful bureaucrats in Australia have been wargaming to prepare the country for "national-scale systemic climate risks" that could affect "the full spectrum of human activity".

  2. 'Shots were fired': Jawoyn people reflect on hard-won handback thirty years ago

    When bitter politics threatened to derail the handback of Nitmiluk National Park to traditional owners, Katherine was a town divided. Thirty years on, the Jawoyn people are continuing to lead the way.

  3. Gladys Liu confirms being on China Overseas Exchange Association council

    The Liberal backbencher admits to previous membership of an organisation linked to China's foreign interference operations, less than 24 hours after saying she could not recall being a part of it.

  4. Three Australians arrested and detained in Iran

    In two cases that are understood not to be connected, three Australians are arrested and detained in Iran.

  5. App takes art off the walls and into the streets

    For the past three years, the Darwin Street Art Festival has enlivened the city's derelict laneways. This year, those artworks are coming to life, thanks to an augmented-reality app that transforms static images into three-dimensional animations. 

  6. Analysis: Trump never liked Bolton's warmongering — or his moustache

    The image-conscious President hesitated to hire the tough-talking hawk as his national security adviser. The relationship never got better, writes North America correspondent Conor Duffy.

  7. Why Apple's streaming TV service will be stiff competition for Netflix and Disney

    Apple has unveiled its top products for the year ahead, including a triple-camera iPhone and a TV streaming service set to undercut Disney, Netflix and HBO. Oh, and there's something for gamers too.

  8. 'Parole is a privilege': Russell Street Bomber Craig Minogue fails in High Court freedom bid

    The High Court upholds a Victorian law preventing Russell Street bomber Craig Minogue from being released unless he is about to die or too incapacitated to pose a threat.

  9. From Waleed Aly to Adut Akech: 'Casual racism' in the media is 'a constant problem'

    When a magazine illustrated a feature of her with an image of a different model, model Adut Akech said she was sure it'd happened to other people. She was right. Misidentification is a "constant problem" in the media — just ask Zindzi Okenyo, Ronny Chieng or Waleed Aly.

  10. Inside the devastation and heartache of razed Binna Burra lodge

    For 86 years the historic Gold Coast hinterland lodge was a beacon for bushwalkers, stressed executives and school children, but its chairman is now traumatised by the charred ruin with an uncertain future.

  11. Dujuan was almost thrown in prison at age 10, now he is speaking at the United Nations

    A 12-year-old Arrente and Garrwa boy will speak in front of hundreds in Geneva, calling on the Australian Government to raise the age of criminality to stop children as young as 10 being locked up.

  12. Tax refunds more likely to go to the bank than the shops, Westpac survey finds

    Hopes of a tax cut-led retail recovery appear dented as Westpac's regular consumer sentiment survey shows the majority of people plan to save most of their refund rather than spend it.

  13. Finding ways to fight fire without water as crews face 'nightmare scenario'

    With dams and creeks bone dry in drought-stricken towns, firefighters are being forced to find ways to combat blazes that are almost impossible to extinguish.

  14. Massive delays in Perth after someone decided to deliver a bridge down a freeway in peak hour

    Main Roads apologises after a delay in moving a new pedestrian bridge causes peak hour chaos for thousands of city-bound motorists on the Mitchell Freeway.

  15. Scientists have identified world's most 'shocking' animal

    A newly discovered species of electric eel can produce an 860-volt electric shock, the most powerful shock produced by any known animal.

  16. Suburban residents furious to be offered NBN via satellite which is normally reserved for regional areas

    Former Powderfinger guitarist Ian Haug says the satellite internet connection he has been offered by the NBN is not sufficient for his recording studio. He is one of many Samford residents fighting for better NBN.

  17. Rocket siren forces Israel PM off stage during West Bank annexation speech

    Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is evacuated during a speech due to air-raid sirens, moments after announcing a plan to annex a part of the occupied West Bank if he wins in next week's national elections.

  18. Opinion: The key ingredient for success that no-one wants to talk about

    Work hard, fail often, have passion and persistence and learn from your mistakes: but there's one key ingredient of success missing from this list, writes Marnie Vinall.

  19. Tayla Harris's kick immortalised in bronze statue unveiled in Melbourne

    Carlton AFLW player Tayla Harris says she hopes a statue of an iconic kick performed by her on the field will serve as a "message" and "turning point" for Australian society.

  20. Woman who faced jail for going to football games dies after setting herself on fire outside court

    Sahar Khodayari, who was arrested after dressing in a wig and a coat in an attempt to watch her favourite football team, dies after she set herself alight in what has been seen as a protest against a ban on women in stadiums in Iran.

  21. Boris Johnson urged to strip former England cricketer Geoffrey Boycott of new knighthood

    There are calls for British Prime Minister Boris Johnson to strip former English cricket captain Geoffrey Boycott of his knighthood over a past domestic abuse conviction.

  22. Mr World pageant's Australian rep asked to remove Aboriginal flag from costume

    When Jony Berry represented Australia at an international modelling competition, he was asked to remove the Aboriginal flag from his costume.

  23. 'It is an epidemic': An astronomical rise in violence and a system struggling to cope

    The tale of Anna's four-year fight for freedom and protection for her family from a violent child rapist highlights a justice system battling to cope with a sharp surge in family violence.

  24. Queensland bushfire toll revealed as residents head home but threat remains

    The high temperatures and winds that have fanned severe bushfires in southern Queensland are easing, but some communities need to stay alert with more than 70 blazes still burning. Despite the reprieve, conditions are expected to worsen again on Friday.

  25. Let's talk about that credit card you haven't paid off

    Australians owe $45 billion on credit cards and the financial watchdog has taken a look at how much interest we're paying across more than 20 million accounts. The message — it's time to talk about paying that debt off.

  26. Study finds 'fake meats' could pose their own health risks

    Pork-free bacon, tofu-based sausages and other so-called "fake meats" on supermarket shelves are booming, but new research finds they may not be as healthy as their marketing would suggest.

  27. 'Forever in our hearts': Danny Frawley's family shocked and devastated by death

    The family of former AFL star and coach Danny Frawley say they are "totally shocked and devastated" by the loss of "a remarkable man who touched the lives of many", a day after he died in a car crash in western Victoria.

  28. 'Badge of honour': Rise of the rescue pet sees huge drop in euthanasia rate

    Twenty years ago, cats and dogs in RSPCA animal shelters had a good chance of being put down. Today, it's a different story.

  29. Is loud sneezing controllable? There's more to it than just the size of the sneeze

    How is it that some people can let out a dainty outburst as quiet as a mouse while others sound like they're ripping a hole in the fabric of the universe? If you're a loud sneezer, you might find the answer a bit on the nose.

  30. Netflix documentary American Factory offers a nightmarish vision of the future of work

    The Sundance-acclaimed film, the first to be released by the Obamas' new film company, is a horror story from the frontlines of late capitalism.

Features

  1. Are you prepared if a bushfire threatens your area?

  2. Let's talk about that credit card you haven't paid off

  3. Lots of people are 'invisibly' volunteering. Does that include you?

  4. Analysis: We need to stop perpetuating the myth that children grow out of autism

  5. Manus Island refugee processing is coming to an end — but what happens now?

  6. 'They bought us as if we were sheep': Woman held captive by IS making new life in Australia

  7. Why one of Australia's leading gay rights activists wants to keep these 'holy relics' safe

  8. App takes art off the walls and into the streets

  9. The Storm-Lightning partnership shows how a strong culture can lead to sporting success

  10. 'I was just scared of telling them who they really are'

  11. The huge clue that makes us rethink women in the life of Jesus

  12. What do Australians really think about taking action on climate change?

  13. 'They'd have to go home as failures': Pressures to succeed driving international students to suicide

  14. When this ABC broadcaster was told she had 16 months to live, she screwed up her bucket list

  15. More than climate change driving Queensland fires, explain climatologists

  16. The red-hot question after destructive hinterland fire — can rainforests burn?

  17. Queensland's bushfire devastation captured in pictures

  18. Why people over 30 are still in share housing (and what it looks like)

  19. Analysis: Could Steve Smith break the Don's Ashes scoring record? It's not an entirely unreasonable suggestion

  20. Fact check: Do Australians lack protection against religious discrimination?

  21. 'Not just for the boys anymore': Dog challenge winner hopes to inspire more women to the farm

  22. Analysis: The question working dads can't answer is one women are very familiar with

  23. 'Stop ordering the butter chicken': When fussy eating signals a bigger problem

  24. We love the idea of genius but this trait is more likely to deliver success

  25. Lawrence Waterman just got a job at 72 — and is saving his company thousands to boot

  26. New Australian 'smartphone' series sends Twitter into a meltdown with too-real car crash

Features

  1. Are you prepared if a bushfire threatens your area?

  2. Lots of people are 'invisibly' volunteering. Does that include you?

  3. Analysis: We need to stop perpetuating the myth that children grow out of autism

  4. Manus Island refugee processing is coming to an end — but what happens now?

  5. 'They bought us as if we were sheep': Woman held captive by IS making new life in Australia

  6. Why one of Australia's leading gay rights activists wants to keep these 'holy relics' safe

  7. App takes art off the walls and into the streets

  8. The Storm-Lightning partnership shows how a strong culture can lead to sporting success

  9. 'I was just scared of telling them who they really are'

  10. The huge clue that makes us rethink women in the life of Jesus

  11. What do Australians really think about taking action on climate change?

  12. 'They'd have to go home as failures': Pressures to succeed driving international students to suicide

  13. When this ABC broadcaster was told she had 16 months to live, she screwed up her bucket list

  14. More than climate change driving Queensland fires, explain climatologists

  15. The red-hot question after destructive hinterland fire — can rainforests burn?

  16. Queensland's bushfire devastation captured in pictures

  17. Share housing beyond 30 can have benefits, but it's rarely a lifestyle choice

  18. Analysis: Could Steve Smith break the Don's Ashes scoring record? It's not an entirely unreasonable suggestion

  19. Fact check: Do Australians lack protection against religious discrimination?

  20. 'Not just for the boys anymore': Dog challenge winner hopes to inspire more women to the farm

  21. Analysis: The question working dads can't answer is one women are very familiar with

  22. 'Stop ordering the butter chicken': When fussy eating signals a bigger problem

  23. We love the idea of genius but this trait is more likely to deliver success

  24. Lawrence Waterman just got a job at 72 — and is saving his company thousands to boot

  25. New Australian 'smartphone' series sends Twitter into a meltdown with too-real car crash

Features

  1. Are you prepared if a bushfire threatens your area?

  2. 'They bought us as if we were sheep': Woman held captive by IS making new life in Australia

  3. Manus Island refugee processing is coming to an end — but what happens now?

  4. The huge clue that makes us rethink women in the life of Jesus

  5. The Storm-Lightning partnership shows how a strong culture can lead to sporting success

  6. What do Australians really think about taking action on climate change?

  7. Lots of people are 'invisibly' volunteering. Does that include you?

  8. App takes art off the walls and into the streets

  9. 'They'd have to go home as failures': Pressures to succeed driving international students to suicide

  10. When this ABC broadcaster was told she had 16 months to live, she screwed up her bucket list

  11. Why one of Australia's leading gay rights activists wants to keep these 'holy relics' safe

  12. The red-hot question after destructive hinterland fire — can rainforests burn?

  13. More than climate change driving Queensland fires, explain climatologists

  14. Queensland's bushfire devastation captured in pictures

  15. Share housing beyond 30 can have benefits, but it's rarely a lifestyle choice

  16. Analysis: Could Steve Smith break the Don's Ashes scoring record? It's not an entirely unreasonable suggestion

  17. Fact check: Do Australians lack protection against religious discrimination?

  18. 'Not just for the boys anymore': Dog challenge winner hopes to inspire more women to the farm

  19. Analysis: The question working dads can't answer is one women are very familiar with

  20. 'Stop ordering the butter chicken': When fussy eating signals a bigger problem

  21. We love the idea of genius but this trait is more likely to deliver success

  22. Lawrence Waterman just got a job at 72 — and is saving his company thousands to boot

  23. Even if you never read the T&Cs, at least watch out for these words

  24. Financial advisers share tips on how to avoid money traps and uncontrolled spending

  25. Your best photos of the week

  26. Two cans of beer per week and 40 words home in a month for Antarctic pioneers

  27. Analysis: Can Serena Williams ever surmount tennis's Mount Everest?

Features

  1. Are you prepared if a bushfire threatens your area?

  2. Lots of people are 'invisibly' volunteering. Does that include you?

  3. Analysis: We need to stop perpetuating the myth that children grow out of autism

  4. Manus Island refugee processing is coming to an end — but what happens now?

  5. 'They bought us as if we were sheep': Woman held captive by IS making new life in Australia

  6. Queensland's bushfire devastation captured in pictures

  7. More than climate change driving Queensland fires, explain climatologists

  8. The red-hot question after destructive hinterland fire — can rainforests burn?

  9. Why one of Australia's leading gay rights activists wants to keep these 'holy relics' safe

  10. App takes art off the walls and into the streets

  11. The Storm-Lightning partnership shows how a strong culture can lead to sporting success

  12. 'I was just scared of telling them who they really are'

  13. The huge clue that makes us rethink women in the life of Jesus

  14. What do Australians really think about taking action on climate change?

  15. 'They'd have to go home as failures': Pressures to succeed driving international students to suicide

  16. When this ABC broadcaster was told she had 16 months to live, she screwed up her bucket list

  17. Why people over 30 are still in share housing (and what it looks like)

  18. Analysis: Could Steve Smith break the Don's Ashes scoring record? It's not an entirely unreasonable suggestion

  19. Fact check: Do Australians lack protection against religious discrimination?

  20. 'Not just for the boys anymore': Dog challenge winner hopes to inspire more women to the farm

  21. Analysis: The question working dads can't answer is one women are very familiar with

  22. 'Stop ordering the butter chicken': When fussy eating signals a bigger problem

  23. We love the idea of genius but this trait is more likely to deliver success

  24. Lawrence Waterman just got a job at 72 — and is saving his company thousands to boot

  25. New Australian 'smartphone' series sends Twitter into a meltdown with too-real car crash

Features

  1. Anna has finally broken free after an unforgivable crime exposed a monster

  2. Opinion: The key ingredient for success that no-one wants to talk about

  3. Are you prepared if a bushfire threatens your area?

  4. Lots of people are 'invisibly' volunteering. Does that include you?

  5. Is loud sneezing controllable? There's more to it than just the size of the sneeze

  6. Analysis: We need to stop perpetuating the myth that children grow out of autism

  7. Manus Island refugee processing is coming to an end — but what happens now?

  8. 'They bought us as if we were sheep': Woman held captive by IS making new life in Australia

  9. App takes art off the walls and into the streets

  10. 'I was just scared of telling them who they really are'

  11. The huge clue that makes us rethink women in the life of Jesus

  12. Analysis: West Coast face a major adversary before they even get to the AFL grand final

  13. New dawn for an outback town with a dark past

  14. What do Australians really think about taking action on climate change?

  15. 'They'd have to go home as failures': Pressures to succeed driving international students to suicide

  16. When this ABC broadcaster was told she had 16 months to live, she screwed up her bucket list

  17. More than climate change driving Queensland fires, explain climatologists

  18. The red-hot question after destructive hinterland fire — can rainforests burn?

  19. Queensland's bushfire devastation captured in pictures

  20. Share housing beyond 30 can have benefits, but it's rarely a lifestyle choice

  21. Analysis: Could Steve Smith break the Don's Ashes scoring record? It's not an entirely unreasonable suggestion

  22. Fact check: Do Australians lack protection against religious discrimination?

  23. 'Not just for the boys anymore': Dog challenge winner hopes to inspire more women to the farm

  24. Analysis: The question working dads can't answer is one women are very familiar with

  25. 'Stop ordering the butter chicken': When fussy eating signals a bigger problem

  26. We love the idea of genius but this trait is more likely to deliver success

Features

  1. Are you prepared if a bushfire threatens your area?

  2. 'They bought us as if we were sheep': Woman held captive by IS making new life in Australia

  3. Analysis: We need to stop perpetuating the myth that children grow out of autism

  4. Manus Island refugee processing is coming to an end — but what happens now?

  5. The huge clue that makes us rethink women in the life of Jesus

  6. 'I was just scared of telling them who they really are'

  7. Luke Partington wins SANFL 2019 Magarey Medal as legends enter the Hall of Fame

  8. Why one of Australia's leading gay rights activists wants to keep these 'holy relics' safe

  9. What do Australians really think about taking action on climate change?

  10. 'They'd have to go home as failures': Pressures to succeed driving international students to suicide

  11. When this ABC broadcaster was told she had 16 months to live, she screwed up her bucket list

  12. More than climate change driving Queensland fires, explain climatologists

  13. The Storm-Lightning partnership shows how a strong culture can lead to sporting success

  14. You have a quirky house and want to sell it — do you hide its peculiarity or spruik it?

  15. 'We never hear the noise of children': The school set to have just three students

  16. Share housing beyond 30 can have benefits, but it's rarely a lifestyle choice

  17. Analysis: Could Steve Smith break the Don's Ashes scoring record? It's not an entirely unreasonable suggestion

  18. Fact check: Do Australians lack protection against religious discrimination?

  19. 'Not just for the boys anymore': Dog challenge winner hopes to inspire more women to the farm

  20. 'Stop ordering the butter chicken': When fussy eating signals a bigger problem

  21. The red-hot question after destructive hinterland fire — can rainforests burn?

  22. Queensland's bushfire devastation captured in pictures

  23. Lawrence Waterman just got a job at 72 — and is saving his company thousands to boot

  24. New Australian 'smartphone' series sends Twitter into a meltdown with too-real car crash

  25. Analysis: As power prices crash below zero, don't expect it to show up on your power bill

Features

  1. Are you prepared if a bushfire threatens your area?

  2. Analysis: Stuart has 'over-achieved' as Raiders coach, putting the club in strong stead

  3. Lots of people are 'invisibly' volunteering. Does that include you?

  4. Analysis: We need to stop perpetuating the myth that children grow out of autism

  5. Manus Island refugee processing is coming to an end — but what happens now?

  6. 'They bought us as if we were sheep': Woman held captive by IS making new life in Australia

  7. Why one of Australia's leading gay rights activists wants to keep these 'holy relics' safe

  8. App takes art off the walls and into the streets

  9. The Storm-Lightning partnership shows how a strong culture can lead to sporting success

  10. 'I was just scared of telling them who they really are'

  11. The huge clue that makes us rethink women in the life of Jesus

  12. What do Australians really think about taking action on climate change?

  13. 'They'd have to go home as failures': Pressures to succeed driving international students to suicide

  14. When this ABC broadcaster was told she had 16 months to live, she screwed up her bucket list

  15. Can the humble compost bucket help us get rid of rubbish bins altogether?

  16. More than climate change driving Queensland fires, explain climatologists

  17. The red-hot question after destructive hinterland fire — can rainforests burn?

  18. Queensland's bushfire devastation captured in pictures

  19. Why people over 30 are still in share housing (and what it looks like)

  20. Analysis: Could Steve Smith break the Don's Ashes scoring record? It's not an entirely unreasonable suggestion

  21. Fact check: Do Australians lack protection against religious discrimination?

  22. 'Not just for the boys anymore': Dog challenge winner hopes to inspire more women to the farm

  23. Analysis: The question working dads can't answer is one women are very familiar with

  24. 'Stop ordering the butter chicken': When fussy eating signals a bigger problem

  25. We love the idea of genius but this trait is more likely to deliver success

  26. Lawrence Waterman just got a job at 72 — and is saving his company thousands to boot

Features

  1. No mobile, Wi-Fi or bluetooth: This city wants to unplug to get smarter

  2. When this ABC broadcaster was told she had 16 months to live, she screwed up her bucket list

  3. What do Australians really think about taking action on climate change?

  4. The red-hot question after destructive hinterland fire — can rainforests burn?

  5. 'I was just scared of telling them who they really are'

  6. Queensland's bushfire devastation captured in pictures

  7. Are you prepared if a bushfire threatens your area?

  8. 'They bought us as if we were sheep': Woman held captive by IS making new life in Australia

  9. Share housing beyond 30 can have benefits, but it's rarely a lifestyle choice

  10. Huon pine trees live for 3,000 years but climate change could wipe them out in 50

  11. Analysis: Could Steve Smith break the Don's Ashes scoring record? It's not an entirely unreasonable suggestion

  12. Fact check: Do Australians lack protection against religious discrimination?

  13. The Storm-Lightning partnership shows how a strong culture can lead to sporting success

  14. 'Not just for the boys anymore': Dog challenge winner hopes to inspire more women to the farm

  15. Two cans of beer per week and 40 words home in a month for Antarctic pioneers

  16. 'Stop ordering the butter chicken': When fussy eating signals a bigger problem

  17. Analysis: The question working dads can't answer is one women are very familiar with

  18. 'We're losing our penguins': With 170 birds dead, there are fears colonies will be wiped out

  19. Meet the men chasing the Tasmanian tiger

  20. We love the idea of genius but this trait is more likely to deliver success

  21. Lawrence Waterman just got a job at 72 — and is saving his company thousands to boot

  22. New Australian 'smartphone' series sends Twitter into a meltdown with too-real car crash

  23. Analysis: As power prices crash below zero, don't expect it to show up on your power bill

  24. Analysis: Cats, Scott to feel the blowtorch after loss to Pies

  25. Even if you never read the T&Cs, at least watch out for these words

  26. Financial advisers share tips on how to avoid money traps and uncontrolled spending

Features

  1. Are you prepared if a bushfire threatens your area?

  2. Lots of people are 'invisibly' volunteering. Does that include you?

  3. Manus Island refugee processing is coming to an end — but what happens now?

  4. 'They bought us as if we were sheep': Woman held captive by IS making new life in Australia

  5. Why one of Australia's leading gay rights activists wants to keep these 'holy relics' safe

  6. App takes art off the walls and into the streets

  7. The Storm-Lightning partnership shows how a strong culture can lead to sporting success

  8. 'I was just scared of telling them who they really are'

  9. The huge clue that makes us rethink women in the life of Jesus

  10. What do Australians really think about taking action on climate change?

  11. 'They'd have to go home as failures': Pressures to succeed driving international students to suicide

  12. When this ABC broadcaster was told she had 16 months to live, she screwed up her bucket list

  13. More than climate change driving Queensland fires, explain climatologists

  14. The red-hot question after destructive hinterland fire — can rainforests burn?

  15. Queensland's bushfire devastation captured in pictures

  16. Why people over 30 are still in share housing (and what it looks like)

  17. Analysis: Could Steve Smith break the Don's Ashes scoring record? It's not an entirely unreasonable suggestion

  18. Fact check: Do Australians lack protection against religious discrimination?

  19. 'Not just for the boys anymore': Dog challenge winner hopes to inspire more women to the farm

  20. Analysis: The question working dads can't answer is one women are very familiar with

  21. 'Stop ordering the butter chicken': When fussy eating signals a bigger problem

  22. We love the idea of genius but this trait is more likely to deliver success

  23. Lawrence Waterman just got a job at 72 — and is saving his company thousands to boot

  24. New Australian 'smartphone' series sends Twitter into a meltdown with too-real car crash

  25. Analysis: As power prices crash below zero, don't expect it to show up on your power bill

  26. Even if you never read the T&Cs, at least watch out for these words

Analysis & Opinion

  1. Will raising London Circuit be worth it?

    The measurable economic benefits might not amount to much, but it's what can't be measured that counts.

    By Markus Mannheim

  2. Trump's beef with Bolton

    The image-conscious President and the tough-talking national security adviser were at odds from the start, writes North America correspondent Conor Duffy.

    By North America correspondent Conor Duffy in Washington

  3. The hidden ingredient for success

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