Busselton set for new social housing, despite backlash
The WA Planning Commission signs off on a proposed social housing development in Busselton, overruling local backlash. ⌘ Read more

Meet the historians making sure video games get their facts right
A new study has found that players who engage in historic games like Assassin’s Creed or Age of Empires are driven to keep learning after they put down the controller. So historians are stepping up. ⌘ Read more

Japanese spacecraft goes down during attempted Moon landing
Japanese company ispace says it has not been able to contact its uncrewed Moon lander Resilience since its lunar touchdown attempt. ⌘ Read more

After stripping forest, feral deer eat $100k worth of farm greens
Feral deer eat their way through almost an entire crop of greens at a fledgling vegetable-growing business north of Melbourne. ⌘ Read more

More private guards flagged as NT’s bulging prison network grows
The NT’s corrections minister has flagged more private guards may be contracted to manage a under-pressure prison network, but has shut down union concerns the system will be privatised in its entirety. ⌘ Read more

Trauma surgeon describes ‘enormous’ daily e-scooter toll in hospital
Royal Perth Hospital’s head of trauma services says preventable e-scooter injuries are having lifelong effects on a huge number of patients, as the friend of a man who died after being hit by an e-scooter says his death was avoidable. ⌘ Read more

Live: Government reviews US beef policy in bid to secure tariff compromise
The federal government is reviewing strict biosecurity laws to allow US-slaughtered beef into Australia in an effort to secure the removal of Donald Trump’s tariffs. Follow live. ⌘ Read more

JPs ‘keep the world ticking’ but are clocking off in larger numbers
Authorised to certify documents such as birth certificates, statutory declarations and wills, justices of the peace provide an important service free of charge. But Victoria does not have enough. ⌘ Read more

Gauff ends Boisson’s dream run to reach French Open final
Coco Gauff ends Lois Boisson’s dream run at the French Open, advancing to the final where she will play world number one Aryna Sabalenka. ⌘ Read more

‘My body was for God’: Being queer in an ultra-Orthodox Jewish community
Sara Glass’ life was controlled by her husband and her rabbi. She had to fight her way out before she could embrace her sexuality. ⌘ Read more

Concern missing middle housing proposal could see ‘hodgepodge’ development
The ACT government architect insists proposed changes to planning rules allowing denser development in Canberra’s suburbs will help “mums and dads” as much as big property developers. ⌘ Read more

Japan had torn the Socceroos apart, but one magic moment changed the narrative
Nobody will confuse the Socceroos’ victory over Japan as anything other than the most desperate of smash-and-grab victories. But in the end, in the vibe-fuelled world of international football, does that even matter? ⌘ Read more

The curious case of South Australia’s law and order budget
Despite saying South Australia doesn’t have a law and order problem, the Malinauskas government has delivered a budget which spruiks funding for law and order, including a $172 million spend to increase the state’s police force. ⌘ Read more

Victoria’s ski season kicks off amid tough conditions in the mountains
Businesses tied to Victoria’s alpine attractions say they need a good snow season after successive tough years. ⌘ Read more

Temporary tips needed as record floods leave behind mountains of waste
NSW councils rush to clean up an “enormous” volume of waste left behind by floods that devastated the NSW Mid North Coast and Hunter. ⌘ Read more

Greyhounds die from injuries before Queensland track officially opens
The new track was spruiked as having animal welfare at its core, but several dogs have died as a result of injuries at the venue during pre-opening trials. ⌘ Read more

Magistrate to hand down Hillcrest jumping castle tragedy decision today
The magistrate’s decision may end one chapter of the Hillcrest tragedy, but the case will remain before the courts, with a coronial inquest and civil lawsuit still to play out. ⌘ Read more

Polar invasion to bring long weekend of wind, rain and snow
South-east Australia will collectively shiver this long weekend as a mass of polar air from sub-Antarctic waters brings several days of showers, highland snow and well below average temperatures. ⌘ Read more

Patterson responds to prosecution accusations in mushroom murder trial
Health issues “planted” and mushrooms weighed to determine fatal doses. Here’s how accused triple-murderer Erin Patterson responded to a number of accusations the prosecutions put forward during cross-examination. ⌘ Read more

Terrier-sized ‘woolly’ rat caught on camera for first time
A species of giant rat, the size of a small terrier, has been documented in New Guinea’s highlands for the first time. ⌘ Read more

‘No solar, no problem’: Trial allows trading between solar homes and those without
For all Australia’s success in adopting rooftop solar, millions of people are missing out. Now a new trial is aiming to overcome that divide through trading. ⌘ Read more

Trump ‘disappointed’ in Musk as feud over ‘big, beautiful bill’ escalates
The US president accused the Tesla boss of criticising his sweeping tax and spending legislation as it proposes cutting consumer tax credits for electric vehicles. ⌘ Read more

Trump and Xi hold long-awaited call, ‘focused almost entirely on trade’
The US president posted on Truth Social that a phone call with his Chinese counterpart lasted an hour and a half and “focused almost entirely on trade”. ⌘ Read more

BBC journalists held at gunpoint and strip searched by IDF, broadcaster claims
The BBC says its team of journalists and crew were “tied up, blindfolded, strip searched, interrogated and threatened.” ⌘ Read more

Pregnancy warning to women taking ‘skinny jabs’ like Ozempic and Mounjaro
The warning comes after the agency received 40 reports relating to unintended pregnancies while using such weight loss drugs. ⌘ Read more

Putin ready to help Trump on Iran nuclear negotiations
Russian President Vladimir Putin has told US President Donald Trump that he is ready to use Russia’s close partnership with Iran to help with negotiations over Iran’s nuclear programme. ⌘ Read more

Breaking: Two charged over murder of Queensland teenager
The housemates of missing Queensland teenager Pheobe Bishop have been charged with her murder. ⌘ Read more

Australian bare-knuckle fighting event denied for Perth
The WA Combat Sports Commission declines an application for professional bare-knuckle boxing fights. ⌘ Read more

Live: Socceroos take on Japan with World Cup qualification on the line
The Socceroos face Japan at Perth Stadium, with automatic World Cup qualification still on the line. Follow all the action in our live blog. ⌘ Read more

Australian man arrested for drug possession in Bali
An Australian man has been arrested in Bali on suspicion of drug possession, Indonesian authorities say. ⌘ Read more

Miner bids to explore one of Australia’s most poisonous landscapes
An iron ore company wants to explore for minerals at the WA site of one of Australia’s worst industrial disasters. ⌘ Read more

Broome domestic violence support hub open after years of delays
The Kimberley has the worst domestic violence rates in WA and it is hoped that the newly opened facility will help to turn the tide. ⌘ Read more

Live: Hawks hoping to break losing streak as Dogs eye spot in top eight
The Western Bulldogs will attempt to leapfrog Hawthorn in the top eight. Follow live. ⌘ Read more

NSW workers’ comp reforms delayed after Liberals side with unions
The NSW Coalition sides with unions to delay the Labor government’s workers’ compensation reforms over a measure that would have made it harder to claim long-term compensation for psychological injuries. ⌘ Read more

Live: NRL issues coach final warning over targeted ref criticism
Gold Coast Titans coach Des Hasler has received his final warning from the NRL after he singled out a match official last weekend. Follow live. ⌘ Read more

A-ha frontman Morten Harket diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease
A-ha lead singer Morten Harket shared the news of the diagnosis on the band’s website revealing he’s already undergone several rounds of brain surgery. ⌘ Read more

Snowy start to NSW ski season as traders ‘nervous’ about warm winter
Snow is expected to fall in NSW for the official start of ski season this weekend, despite fears warmer forecasts could spoil conditions over winter. ⌘ Read more

With Jeremy Rockliff toppled, Labor and the Greens have plenty to explain
Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff may have just been forced out of the top job, but the man who brought him down will have plenty to answer for, writes Adam Langenberg. ⌘ Read more

‘Can cause overdose’: Dangerous drug cocktail found in counterfeit Xanax
A public health alert is issued after a dangerous drug cocktail is found circulating in Canberra for the first time, sold as a counterfeit prescription anxiety medication. ⌘ Read more

‘Tip of the iceberg’: First round of job cuts announced by ANU
As the Australian National University grapples with its dire financial position, the first of several rounds of job cuts has been announced as the institution seeks to save $250 million by the end of the year, including $100 million from salaries. ⌘ Read more

Breaking: Israeli PM Netanyahu says bodies of two hostages retrieved from Gaza
The Israeli prime minister revealed the bodies of Judy Weinstein-Hagi and Gadi Hagi have been retrieved from Gaza by Israeli forces. ⌘ Read more

Why is Gen Z obsessed with blind boxes?
The blind-box market is worth billions of dollars per year, and the most successful players in this industry thrive on loyal fans, social media and some clever marketing tactics. ⌘ Read more

Liberal men still struggle to read the room when it comes to women
This week in politics the parliament has achieved gender parity despite tone-deaf commentary, an independent triumphed after a recount and Dorinda Cox changed her tune. ⌘ Read more

Trump orders probe into Joe Biden’s alleged use of ‘autopen’
Donald Trump says the alleged conspiracy — a cover-up of Joe Biden’s cognitive decline — marks “one of the most dangerous and concerning scandals in American history”. ⌘ Read more

‘Time for action’: Australian healthcare workers sign open letters on Gaza
One of the letters to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese calls on the government to apply “sustained diplomatic pressure to lift the blockade” on Gaza for medical supplies, food and water. ⌘ Read more

Sunwater directed to start work on $4.4 billion Paradise Dam rebuild
Farmers in Queensland’s Bundaberg region are cautiously optimistic after the government ordered Sunwater to start early works rebuilding a beleaguered water source. ⌘ Read more

Tasmanian premier forced out of the top job after marathon no-confidence debate
Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff has lost the no-confidence motion, with a majority of MPs voting against him, effectively costing him the job. ⌘ Read more

Final texts between dad and allegedly murdered son revealed in court
Nineteen-year-old Charlie Gander made Christmas plans with his father days before his body was found in a burnt-out car in northern Victoria, the Supreme Court has heard. ⌘ Read more

How a chance meeting in 1971 sparked a 50 year love story
In 1971, Vincenzo Pandolfi’s life changed when a chance meeting introduced him to “the light of his life”, Elaine. Even in the face of illness and heartbreak, the enduring power of their love continues. ⌘ Read more

Queensland College of Wine Tourism rescued from closure
Business leaders will work to ensure the Queensland College of Wine Tourism will thrive after months of uncertainty about its future. ⌘ Read more

Live: Treasurer Stephen Mullighan set to deliver SA budget
South Australia’s Premier Peter Malinauskas and Treasurer Stephen Mullighan are handing down their last budget before the 2026 state election. Follow our live updates. ⌘ Read more

Bogie triple-murder trial delayed to assess 400,000 pages of evidence
The trial of a north Queensland grazier accused of killing three of his neighbours has been delayed a month before its start as the defence seeks more time to assess evidence, including 400,000 pages of data. ⌘ Read more

Is this ‘once-in-a-generation’ mini city the Rosehill Racecourse solution?
Half an hour south-west of the Rosehill Gardens Racecourse lies a large swathe of industrial land, ripe for rezoning, Liverpool City Council argues. ⌘ Read more

Pets will no longer be considered property in family law disputes
The Family Law Amendment Act 2024 provides a new framework for determining ownership of the family pet in property settlements. ⌘ Read more

Drug smuggler sentenced to 17 years’ jail after Queensland cocaine bust
Mark Anthony Dumenil has been jailed for 17 years after playing a “key role” in smuggling more than 26 kilograms of cocaine into Queensland from Colombia inside a shipping container. ⌘ Read more

Erin Patterson testifies that she did not intend to kill relatives
Accused triple-murderer Erin Patterson has testified that she did not intentionally kill her relatives by putting death cap mushrooms in their meals. ⌘ Read more

Kamasi Washington collaborates with his 4yo daughter and an anime master
Ahead of his latest Australian tour, the jazz maestro explains how anime and his four-year-old daughter have inspired his latest work. ⌘ Read more

Man jailed for four years over stabbing of ‘good Samaritan’ former reality TV contestant
A man who “savagely” attacked and stabbed former Bachelorette contestant Paddy Colliar, who was working as a topless waiter at a 60th birthday party, has been jailed for at least four years. ⌘ Read more

Council cans peer-reviewed flood study, questioning ‘supposed science’
An independent flood study flagging high-risk areas in Victoria’s south-west is abandoned after councillors decide they do not trust the data. ⌘ Read more

Charge dropped against US conspiracy theorist linked to Wieambilla attack
Donald Day Jr — who regularly communicated with Wieambilla killers Gareth, Stacey, and Nathaniel Train — is facing charges relating to making alleged threats and violating firearms laws. ⌘ Read more

Man accused of attempted murder with machete denied bail
Police charged the 30-year-old with attempted murder after a man’s fingers were cut off by a machete. His application for bail was refused. ⌘ Read more

Breaking: 21 years’ jail for father whose abuse led to daughter’s multiple personalities
The Newcastle man has been sentenced to 21 years in prison after a trial that involved a daughter giving evidence as different personalities. ⌘ Read more

What can be done about the ‘new world’ of extreme weather?
Farmers say the recent floods in NSW were unprecedented and exhausting, but some stop short of blaming climate change. ⌘ Read more

Hanson-Young says ‘honourable’ move is to quit after Cox defects
The Greens senator says her former colleague’s decision to party hop is unfair on voters, and has accused the prime minister of hypocrisy for welcoming her. ⌘ Read more

Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill is causing a rift among Republicans. Here is what is in it
A rift is brewing within the US Republican Party as President Donald Trump attempts to muscle his Big, Beautiful Bill through Congress. ⌘ Read more

Where to find free art as ‘behemouth’ Dark Mofo festival kicks off
Tasmania’s iconic winter festival gets underway today, with free experiences hidden across Hobart in disused churches, basements and even a Freemasons lodge. ⌘ Read more

How ‘traveller-friendly’ is your credit or debit card?
When it comes to planning an overseas trip, deciding how you’re going to access your money can seem overwhelming. Experts outline your options. ⌘ Read more

Once brothers in arms, Cleary and Luai set for first meeting as NRL foes
Nathan Cleary and Jarome Luai drove Penrith to unfathomable heights together but now the two will face off in the NRL for the first time with both their seasons at a crossroads. ⌘ Read more

Breaking: City of Perth to suspend e-scooter hire after pedestrian death
The City of Perth says it will suspend the hire of e-scooters from midday today, following the death of a 51-year-old pedestrian who was struck in the CBD by a hired e-scooter. ⌘ Read more

Run It Straight shows that ‘bodies are disposable, pain is performative’
As this trend spreads, concerns are growing about the risks of brain injuries and the intense pressure on young men to prove themselves. ⌘ Read more

Liberal leaders hit back at party figure’s ‘bizarre’ comments about women
Alan Stockdale, who was brought in as an external administrator to run the troubled NSW division, said women in the party were “sufficiently assertive”. ⌘ Read more

Live: Erin Patterson to continue to give evidence in murder trial
Accused killer Erin Patterson faces more questions on the witness stand at her triple-murder trial. She’s accused of killing three relatives by serving them a meal that contained death cap mushrooms. Follow the trial live. ⌘ Read more

Live: Tasmanian premier’s future set to be decided
A no-confidence motion in Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff is threatening his political future as leader of the minority Liberal government. Follow live. ⌘ Read more

Liberal Party weighing up legal challenge in Sydney seat after 26-vote loss
Still not conceding defeat, the Liberal Party is weighing up whether to challenge Gisele Kapterian’s narrow loss in Bradfield in court. ⌘ Read more

Major aged care provider to cut more jobs ahead of government reforms
Blue Care says the impact of aged care reform means some roles are no longer viable or required as it makes job cuts aimed at “operational sustainability”. ⌘ Read more

Djokovic to face Sinner in blockbuster French Open clash
Three-time champion Novak Djokovic keeps up his quest for a record-breaking 25th major singles title, advancing to the French Open semifinals where he will face top seed Jannik Sinner. ⌘ Read more

Housing demand drives forestry companies’ shift from blue gum to pine
As Australia looks to meet housing construction targets, companies in SA and Victoria’s Green Triangle are investing more heavily in softwood timber. ⌘ Read more

Economists say Trump’s new steel and aluminium tariffs could have dire impacts
Donald Trump’s increased tariffs on steel and aluminium products imported into the United States are now in effect, meaning foreign importers face 50 per cent levies on top of their current costs. ⌘ Read more

Mother of missing WA fisherman pleads for answers
Julie Deery says her life has become a nightmare since her son, Corrie Feehan, disappeared off the WA coast more than five weeks ago. ⌘ Read more

Housemate of missing teenager Pheobe Bishop released without charge
James Wood, 34, was arrested yesterday in connection with the disappearance of Pheobe Bishop, who has not been seen or heard from since May 15. ⌘ Read more

Live: Aussie dollar rises above 65 US cents as RBA rate cut predicted for July
The dollar has been hovering back up around 65 US cents for the last month. Meanwhile, new figures show mining exploration investment in Australia is at its lowest level in years. Follow the day’s events and insights as they happen with our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. ⌘ Read more

Finnish coach apologises after accidentally naming retired 51-year-old
The Finnish women’s football team coach apologises after accidentally naming a retired 51-year-old in a game against Serbia. ⌘ Read more

Residents say council push to develop green space ‘concerning’
Port Lincoln residents push back against a proposal from their council to develop five parcels of land for housing. ⌘ Read more

Mother and son charged over break-in spree targeting Sydney businesses
A 42-year-old woman is accused of coordinating dozens of break-ins targeting businesses across Western Sydney, with her 18-year-old son also charged over the alleged spree. ⌘ Read more

The Luke Bateman backlash highlights publishing’s diversity problem
When former Canberra Raiders player and farmer Luke Bateman joined TikTok, he went viral for his love of fantasy novels. A month later he announced a book deal, but the news has generated controversy. ⌘ Read more

The tragic reason Walter Eddison never answered his telephone
The Eddison family suffered terrible loss during World War II. A plaque near a Canberra shopping centre car park offers an insight into that moment in history. ⌘ Read more

Gippsland residents fear erosion measures no match for rising tides
The Victorian government spent more than $500,000 earlier this year on protective works that have already failed to stop erosion in a coastal community. ⌘ Read more

SA’s 2025 budget has come dressed in a police uniform. Here’s why
With a state election only nine months away, the Malinauskas government is keen to use this budget to spruik its law and order credentials. ⌘ Read more

Biggest 3D tapestry in Australia took 10,000 hours to make
One clear, bold vision and thousands of hours of specialised, meticulous work have resulted in Welcome to Country, a groundbreaking tapestry soon to go on show in Melbourne’s west. ⌘ Read more

Queensland Health investigating locally acquired malaria cases
A second locally acquired malaria case was recently identified in the Torres Strait Islands. ⌘ Read more

Cold front expected to bring frost to southern Queensland
Icy temperatures are forecast for parts of southern Queensland, with the rest of the state also preparing for cooler weather. ⌘ Read more

Not a ‘talkfest’: What is happening with Aboriginal treaty in NSW?
Discussions will get underway in the coming months with New South Wales Aboriginal communities across the state being asked: do they want a treaty? ⌘ Read more

Drones can be ‘anywhere, anytime’: Ukraine attack marks new era in warfare
Military analysts say Ukraine’s audacious attack on Russian air bases marks the next phase in tactical drone warfare, and all countries — including Australia — need to take note. ⌘ Read more

South Korea’s new president has to mend rifts after months of chaos
Lee Jae-myung takes office on the back of the highest voting turnout in recent elections, which followed three different interim presidents, protests and legal battles that exposed rifts in one of Asia’s most successful democracies. ⌘ Read more

‘Lawnmower in the sky’: Drone delivery trials ramp up
Drone deliveries aren’t attracting many complaints but experts say that’s not a sign of public endorsement due to the difficulty of lodging a grievance. ⌘ Read more

‘Cost is significant’: NSW government defends inaction on broken mental health system
The problems in the system have been laid out and there’s a growing chorus of voices demanding urgent action before more lives are lost. ⌘ Read more

Defence chief’s warning ramps up pressure on Albanese ahead of US visit
Australia’s defence chief has issued a very deliberate warning about the dangerous outlook facing Australia. ⌘ Read more

Putin vows revenge for Ukraine’s drone attack, Trump warns after phone call
The US president and his Russian counterpart spoke for more than an hour but Donald Trump said it was “not a conversation that will lead to immediate peace”. ⌘ Read more

Age of Dead Sea Scrolls pinned down with the help of AI
A new study has used AI to decipher the age of the Dead Sea Scrolls, potentially rewriting what we know about when some of the world’s most precious biblical texts were created. ⌘ Read more

Australia and EU revive trade talks but agriculture still a sticking point
A pact with the bloc was “about building economic resilience in a rapidly changing global environment,” Don Farrell said. ⌘ Read more