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WA Storm Cuts Power to Thousands as Wild Weekend Weather Continues
- Wild weather, including strong winds and heavy rainfall, has caused widespread power outages affecting at least 30,000 customers in Western Australia. - Emergency services have responded to hundreds…
Inhumane conditions at ICE detention camp, lawsuit says
- A lawsuit alleges inhumane conditions and human rights abuses at the largest U.S. immigration detention center, Camp East Montana. - Three deaths have occurred at the facility, operated by ICE and D…
Iran weekly briefing: Trump demands changes to peace plan
- Iran's lead negotiator stated Tehran will not sign any deal that doesn't secure Iranian rights, awaiting "tangible results" from negotiations. - US President reportedly demanded more amendments to a…
Roadside stalls boom in South Australia, with one online group reaching 45,000 members
- Roadside stalls selling baked goods and flowers are booming in South Australia's Adelaide Hills. - A dedicated Facebook group for these stalls has attracted over 45,000 members, fostering community …
Australian Man's Ribs Broken, Lung Punctured in Police Custody; Officers Charged Him With Assault
- Brad Kellson suffered fractured ribs and a punctured lung after being repeatedly kneed by a police officer during an arrest in Blacktown, Australia. - Police charged Kellson with assaulting police a…
Virgin Australia customers have one month to use COVID travel credits
- Virgin Australia customers have until June 30 to use COVID-19 flight credits, which must also be used for flights by that date. - The airline states over 90% of credits have been claimed, with remai…
Dozens killed by blast in rebel-held Myanmar village
- A blast in a rebel-held village in Myanmar killed over 45 people, according to rescue workers and media. - The explosion, believed to be from accidental detonation of mining explosives, injured abou…
Brisbane Olympic stadium construction to proceed as heritage applications rejected
- Federal authorities rejected two heritage protection applications for Brisbane's Victoria Park ahead of Olympic stadium construction. - The decision comes despite protests and a broken election prom…
Team 'astonished' as rider kicked out of Giro d'Italia Women
- Lorena Wiebes, winner of the first stage of the Giro d'Italia Women, was disqualified for riding a bike that was underweight. - Her team, SD Worx-Protime, expressed astonishment and questioned the a…
Thousands without power as intense storm lashes Western Australia
- An intense storm has caused widespread power outages across Western Australia, affecting thousands of homes. - The storm brought strong winds and heavy rainfall, with more severe weather expected. -…
Gaming clubs offer remote Western Australia a new way to connect
- Gaming clubs are emerging as popular social hubs in remote Western Australia, offering alternatives to traditional sports. - In Kununurra, a weekly board game night attracts up to 50 people, fosteri…
Love Story: Reconnecting with the One That Got Away
- Carlie Davies reconnected with her teenage crush, Shannon Giles, two decades after they first met. - They had a close friendship in high school, occasionally dating and hooking up, and always "held …
Dozens arrested as Paris Champions League celebrations turn violent
- Dozens of people were arrested in Paris after celebrations for Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League title win turned violent. - Some fans attempted to storm a police station, vandalized shops, and…
Trump to headline 250th anniversary fair after musicians cancel
- US President Donald Trump will deliver a major speech at the Great American State Fair in Washington DC after several musical acts canceled their performances. - Trump criticized the withdrawing art…
Australian Dance Theatre's new work RISE uses the sun as its stage
- Australian Dance Theatre's new contemporary dance performance, RISE, uses the rhythm of the rising sun as its set and lighting. - The production, led by Indigenous artistic director Daniel Riley, ai…
Socceroos' Final World Cup Selection Showdown Against Mexico
- The Australian national football team, the Socceroos, will play their final match before the 2026 World Cup squad selection against Mexico. - Coach Tony Popovic has named a near full-strength starti…
Budget won't be to blame if house prices fall, housing minister says
- Housing Minister Clare O'Neil stated the government's federal budget will not be the primary cause of any potential 10% drop in house prices. - Analysts from Morgan Stanley and Westpac predict the b…
Under-strength Australia undone by debutant in first Pakistan ODI
- Debutant spinner Arafat Minhas starred with bat and ball, leading Pakistan to a five-wicket victory over Australia in the first ODI. - Minhas took 5-32 and hit the winning six as Pakistan successful…
Tasmanian Minister Madeleine Ogilvie Resigns After Admitting to Misleading Parliament
- Madeleine Ogilvie resigned as a minister in Tasmania after admitting to misleading parliament. - She had previously stated she was not involved in any Supreme Court matters, but later clarified she …
Should Taxpayers Fund Security for Politicians Amid Rising Threats in WA?
- Western Australian politicians are debating whether taxpayers should fund security for elected officials due to rising threats. - The Australian Federal Police reported a 63% increase in threatening…
Book tells story of Timorese asylum seekers' daring escape to Darwin
- A new book, "The Good Sea," chronicles the daring 1995 escape of 18 Timorese asylum seekers to Darwin, Australia. - The journey took six nights on a small fishing boat, the Tasi Diak, with no life j…
Mr Skelly: Artist finds global connection exploring love, death, and grief with animated skeleton
- American artist Christian Watson, based in Tasmania, creates art using an animated skeleton character named Mr Skelly. - Watson animates the skeleton over videos of his family, overlaying drawings o…
Man charged with arson after house destroyed north of Brisbane
- A 36-year-old man has been charged with arson as a domestic violence offense after a house was destroyed in Clontarf, north of Brisbane. - Police allege the man used accelerant to start the fire, wh…
Queensland Court Uses Harrowing Crash Videos to Deter Traffic Offenders Amid Rising Road Toll
- Queensland's road toll has increased significantly this year, with 111 deaths by early May, a 24-person rise from the same period last year. - A magistrate uses a harrowing video of car crash afterm…
Sydney students tackle Agent Orange chemicals in waterway
- University students are removing Agent Orange chemical remnants from a Sydney waterway. - The chemicals, including dioxins, originated from a Union Carbide plant that produced herbicides for the Vie…
PSG wins thrilling shootout for back-to-back Champions League crowns
- Paris Saint-Germain defeated Arsenal 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in extra time to win the Champions League final. - The victory marks PSG's second consecutive Champions League title, solidifyi…
New Zealand cracks down on gangs, pastor seeks to heal
- New Zealand has banned gang patches and insignia in public spaces as part of a crackdown on gang activity. - Prime Minister Christopher Luxon stated that gangs are no longer above the law. - Pastor …
Grieving mother retraces steps into outback where son and ex-husband died, urges PLB use
- Kelly Townsend is traveling to the remote Murchison region of Western Australia to find the site where her son and ex-husband died. - James Townsend and Ray Dempsey died in 2024 after becoming disor…
After nearly 80 years, the actors in this film have finally been understood
- The 1949 film "Bitter Springs" featured over 100 Indigenous actors who improvised their dialogue in the Pitjantjatjara language. - For nearly 80 years, the Anangu actors' words were untranslated, se…
How clay-court chaos is a return to the norm at the French Open
- The French Open at Roland-Garros is experiencing unusual chaos, with top contenders like Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, and Novak Djokovic out of the tournament. - This unpredictability opens the do…
Periods stopped Vanessa participating in sport and she's not alone
- Disabled athletes, particularly women, are disproportionately skipping sports due to challenges managing menstruation, according to new research. - A study found 68% of disabled girls and women regu…
As Jane Austen turns 250, four new productions take on Pride and Prejudice
- Four new Australian theatre productions are adapting Jane Austen's "Pride and Prejudice" for contemporary audiences. - These adaptations explore themes relevant to modern Australia, such as the hous…
After five days in a dark cave, a scientist emerged with life-changing insights
- Bioengineer Kiana Aran underwent a five-day sensory deprivation experience in a "darkness cabin" in Poland as a scientific experiment. - She aimed to study the effects of removing external stimuli o…
US won't let China impose 'hegemony' in Asia, Hegseth says
- U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth vowed the Trump administration would prevent China from establishing "hegemony" in Asia. - Hegseth urged allies in Europe and Asia to increase their defense spend…
Hindley conquers 'epic' day to climb onto Giro podium
- Jai Hindley moved into third place at the Giro d'Italia after a challenging queen stage in the Dolomites. - He praised his teammate Giulio Pellizzari for his selfless support during the stage. - Hin…
'Ridiculous increases': Cattle market surges amid rain
- Cattle prices surged significantly this week due to rain in key Australian production areas, particularly New South Wales. - The Eastern Young Cattle Indicator reached its highest level since 2022, …
Australia's marathon queen thought she might never walk again
- Kaz Thorburn, an Australian woman told she would never play sports or have children, has completed 551 marathons, the most by any Australian. - After undergoing spinal fusion surgery at age 12 for s…
Pam Bondi refuses to answer Trump-Epstein questions in congressional probe
- Former U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi declined to answer congressional questions regarding Donald Trump's knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's activities. - Bondi also refused to confirm if Trump directe…
Karate teacher's 'hair pulls and chokeholds' combat gender-based violence
- A 12-year-old girl in Australia, Savannah Last, was inspired to join a self-defense program after being attacked by teenagers. - The Guardian Girls Karate program teaches practical skills like hair …
Western Australia Eyes Defense Manufacturing Hub for Coal Heartland
- Western Australia's government is exploring transforming its coal mining heartland in Collie into a defense manufacturing hub. - The proposal, announced by Premier Roger Cook, aims to create jobs an…
US judge orders removal of Trump name from Kennedy Center
- A US judge ordered the removal of President Donald Trump's name from the Kennedy Center and blocked its planned closure. - Trump announced his administration would transfer control of the center to …
'Like I'd been ripped off': Life after a Parkinson's diagnosis at 41
- Hayley Milne was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson's disease at age 41, a condition typically affecting older individuals. - The diagnosis significantly impacted her life, forcing her to stop wor…
Trump concludes meeting on potential Iran deal without announcing decision
- President Trump concluded a meeting with advisors on a potential Iran deal but made no announcement. - The proposed deal reportedly aimed to extend the Iran ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz…
David Szalay wonders whether AI could write hockey smut
- Hungarian-British author David Szalay discussed his Booker Prize-winning novel "Flesh" and the challenges of articulating the "unsayable." - Szalay shared his thoughts on Australian literature, reco…
Australian shell company frontman faces US extradition on money laundering charges
- An Australian man, Ian Taylor, faces extradition to the US on money laundering charges. - Taylor allegedly helped set up offshore shell companies linked to Mexican drug cartels and North Korean arms…
'Perfect storm' for corruption: IOC petition targets Brisbane's 2032 Olympic stadium plan
- A petition with 10,000 signatures was presented to the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in Lausanne, Switzerland, opposing Brisbane's 2032 Olympic stadium plan. - The petition argues the propos…
New Isuzu D-MAX pickup arrives in Argentina, touting strength and robustness
- Isuzu has launched its new generation D-MAX pickup in Argentina, aiming to compete on strength and robustness in a market where pickups are historically significant. - The D-MAX, with over five mill…
Mount Isa mum calls for more support after birth of premature twins
- A mother from Mount Isa, Australia, faced a challenging pregnancy with premature twins, requiring an emergency flight to Townsville for specialized care. - She spent months away from her older daugh…
WHO: 223 suspected deaths, 906 cases in Ebola outbreak
- The World Health Organization reports 906 suspected Ebola cases and 223 suspected deaths in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). - The outbreak of the Bundibugyo strain has spread to Uganda, with…
Gambling Ads to Remain Visible to Australian Kids Despite New Laws
- Australian draft laws aim to restrict gambling advertising, but critics argue they don't go far enough to protect children. - Gambling ads could still appear during half-time and weather delays in s…
Tony Abbott elected unopposed as Liberal Party president
- Tony Abbott has been elected unopposed as the new president of the Liberal Party. - He stated his priorities are rebuilding the party and helping Opposition Leader Angus Taylor win the next election…
Queensland prisoner loses appeal to freeze eggs
- A Queensland prisoner, Rachel Smith, lost her appeal to have her eggs frozen while in custody. - The Corrective Services Act prohibits prisoners from applying for assisted reproductive technology. -…
Victorian MP's office sorry for mistakenly saying alleged koala killer had died
- A Victorian MP's office mistakenly announced the death of a man under investigation for animal cruelty. - The man was investigated for allegedly dragging a koala by a rope behind his vehicle, leadin…
Eels reveal Moses injury outlook ahead of Origin II
- Parramatta Eels are hopeful their star playmaker Mitchell Moses will be fit to play against the Canterbury Bulldogs on June 8. - Moses missed the State of Origin opener due to a hamstring injury, ru…
Pilot survives fiery plane crash after crawling 2km for help
- An Australian pilot survived a plane crash after his engine failed and caught fire, crawling 2 kilometers to get help. - Investigators could not determine the cause of the engine failure because the…
Canberra man accused of ramming, shooting at car denied bail
- A Canberra man accused of ramming and shooting at another vehicle has been denied bail by the ACT Magistrates Court. - Police allege the 20-year-old drove a Ford Focus erratically and fired a gun at…
Breaking: Blue Origin rocket explodes on launch pad during test
- Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket exploded on the launch pad during a test. - The incident occurred during a hot-fire test, causing a large fireball. - Jeff Bezos stated the company would rebuild and r…
Live: Celebration of ABC presenter James Valentine's life to get underway
- A public memorial service is being held at Sydney's Town Hall to celebrate the life of ABC presenter James Valentine. - Valentine, who died at age 64 after a cancer diagnosis, had a 30-year career w…
Stars to honor John Farnham at Melbourne tribute concert for cancer charity
- A tribute concert for Australian music legend John Farnham will be held at Melbourne's Rod Laver Arena on September 20. - The event, titled 'The Songs of John Farnham: A Living Legend,' will feature…
'Everyone thought Sinner would win': French Open upset stuns tennis world
- World number one Jannik Sinner suffered a stunning upset at the French Open, losing to the 56th-ranked Juan Manuel Cerúndolo in the second round. - Sinner, who had been on a 30-match winning streak …
New Fence on Former Premier's Property Angers Neighbors, Sparks Wildlife Concerns
- A new fence on former Victorian premier John Brumby's property has drawn criticism from neighbors who call it a "deathtrap" for kangaroos. - Local residents report seeing dead kangaroos near the fen…
Controversial Sunshine Coast housing development gains federal environmental approval
- A large housing development on Queensland's Sunshine Coast has received federal environmental approval. - The Aura South development by Stockland plans to build up to 12,000 homes, despite previous …
Kasatkina to face top seed Sabalenka at French Open after second-round win
- Daria Kasatkina defeated Susan Bandecchi 7-5, 7-6 (13/11) to advance to the third round of the French Open. - Top seed Aryna Sabalenka overcame a scare to beat France's Elsa Jacquemot 7-5, 6-2. - Ka…
'Stunning' weekend for south-east Queensland before cool change
- South-east Queensland can expect a 'stunning' weekend with clear skies and cooler temperatures. - This follows days of dreary conditions caused by a low-pressure system. - Coastal wind warnings rema…
Major wine retailer sells vineyards amid industry squeeze
- Endeavour Group, a major Australian wine retailer, is selling vineyards and closing a bottling plant as part of a business transformation. - The company cites industry-wide pressures and aims to foc…
Need for mine's hybrid power plant 'embarrassing', says outback MP
- A global energy company is building Australia's largest off-grid renewable power plant for a copper mine in Queensland. - The 72-megawatt hybrid facility will integrate solar, battery storage, and t…
Bushfire outlook shows increased risk in parts of NSW and WA
- Bushfire season may start earlier in parts of Western Australia and New South Wales due to warmer and drier winter forecasts. - Fire authorities are urging residents to prepare their properties now,…
Hopes inquest into Hillcrest jumping castle tragedy will begin in September
- A coronial inquest into the deaths of six children in a 2021 jumping castle tragedy in Tasmania is expected to begin in September. - The inquest was delayed due to a prior criminal case, which concl…
'Unsafe and late': What it's like catching a bus in this regional city
- A Cairns grandmother faced safety concerns and long waits using public transport after her car became unavailable. - She was stranded for two hours at a bus stop at night, later learning of alleged …
Former Parkway Drive merch manager who had sex with minor avoids jail
- Jed Daniel Gordon, former merchandise manager for Parkway Drive, avoided jail time for having sex with a minor. - He was sentenced to a three-year community corrections order and 300 hours of commun…
Globe-trotting gangster's social media taunts 'incredibly valuable' to police
- Fugitive gangster Anthony Pele has taunted rivals on social media from overseas while evading police on a murder warrant. - Pele is wanted for a 2023 shooting in Sydney that killed a bystander and i…
Social media group calls for change while exposing inequality in sport
- The Instagram account 'Not All Clubs' exposes inequality in sports by sharing user-submitted stories of discrimination and neglect. - Co-founder Ripley highlights issues like inadequate facilities, …
Esperance on cusp of expanding biofuel industry
- Esperance, Western Australia, is emerging as a key center for a potentially large biofuel industry, primarily using canola. - The region exports 90% of its 1 million tonnes of annual canola producti…
Legal action filed over federal government's land clearing decision
- An environmental group has filed a lawsuit against the federal environment minister in Australia. - The group argues the minister unlawfully decided not to assess plans to clear nearly 3,000 hectare…
Wettest May weather in decades as El Niño takes a rain check
- Australia is experiencing one of its wettest Mays on record, with multiple low-pressure systems bringing heavy rainfall. - Parts of northeastern New South Wales and southeastern Queensland are expec…
Brothers torn apart by Stolen Generations policies share their story
- Brothers Allen Edwards and Iain Seymour met after being separated for 55 years due to Stolen Generations policies. - Their mother, Avis Gale, was taken from her family as an infant and later separat…
Teenager stabbed during fight at Melbourne shopping centre
- A teenager was stabbed during a fight at the Highpoint Shopping Centre in Melbourne's west. - Police responded to reports of a group of youths fighting near the cinema. - The victim sustained non-li…
Sembrant pulls off the upset: 'Can threaten everyone'
- AIK secured a surprising 2-1 victory over reigning champions Häcken in the Damallsvenskan league, ending Häcken's six-game winning streak. - Veteran defender Linda Sembrant scored the winning goal i…
'We need to talk about sex': Young people call for sex ed to grow up
- A large study in Australia reveals that one in five teenagers aged 14-18 have experienced unwanted sex, and 18% faced physical violence from a partner. - Sex education programs in schools are highli…
Fears Melbourne man met with foul play on trip to India
- A Melbourne woman fears her father, Sunil Sharma, may have met with foul play after disappearing in India. - The 66-year-old Australian citizen was in Amritsar, Punjab, to prepare an investment prop…
Why this empty room has the internet terrified
- The internet phenomenon known as 'The Backrooms,' originating from a 2019 4chan post, is now inspiring a film by director Kane Parsons. - The Backrooms concept involves unsettling, empty yellow room…
FIFA faces investigation over World Cup's 'impossibly high' ticket prices
- New York and New Jersey attorneys-general are investigating FIFA over high ticket prices and alleged misleading seat locations for the 2026 World Cup. - Subpoenas were issued to FIFA, seeking detail…
PM's Response to Truth-Telling Process 'Hugely Significant,' Advocates Say
- Prime Minister Anthony Albanese met with Indigenous leaders and advocates at Parliament House following a 'Walk for Truth'. - The walk concluded with the delivery of an open letter, signed by over 1…
Maugean Skates Released into Tasmanian Wild After Captive Breeding Program
- Two Maugean skates have been released into the wild in Tasmania after over two years in captivity. - The skates contributed to research, with the female laying eggs that produced about 80 hatchlings…
Measles cases rise in Australia; health experts urge vigilance
- Measles cases in Australia have risen to 102 this year, up from 78 in the same period last year, prompting health experts to advise public vigilance. - Many cases are linked to travelers returning f…
Police 'reservations' about expanding powers of Jewish security groups
- NSW Police have "considerable reservations" about granting more powers to private Jewish security groups. - Deputy Commissioner David Hudson testified at the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Soc…
Concussion saw Macy lose her 'spark', but a new trial helped her recover
- A 15-year-old girl named Macy Watson experienced significant psychological and social struggles after sustaining a concussion. - Her mother, Jo, found a trial concussion clinic at The Royal Children…
The Extraordinary Legacy of a Trailblazing Female Driving Instructor
- Margaret Greenslade, who died in February, is being remembered for her pioneering work as one of Australia's earliest female driving instructors. - She began her career in July 1963 and may have bee…
Town sites closed for testing after kids find liquid mercury vials at tip
- Scientific officers are testing for liquid mercury contamination in Cunnamulla, a town in southwest Queensland, Australia. - The chemical was found in vials at the local tip by children who then too…
Toxic bait use forces closure of West Australian agricultural college amid mouse plague
- A West Australian agricultural college closed on May 20 after toxic mouse bait spread, leading to a "carpet of dead mice." - Students described mice infesting classrooms, dining areas, and even car …
Brad Scott wanted Essendon to trade Zach Merrett, confirms Harley Reid offer
- Ousted Essendon coach Brad Scott revealed he wanted Zach Merrett traded to Hawthorn last year. - Scott also confirmed the club considered a large contract offer for West Coast star Harley Reid. - Fo…
Australian underdog stuns former world number one at French Open
- Australia's Adam Walton upset former world number one Daniil Medvedev at the French Open. - Walton, ranked 97th, won the five-set match after receiving a wild card invitation. - He will face America…
Drug court offers Brandie a way out after two decades of addiction
- Brandie McGrady, after nearly two decades of drug addiction, found a path to recovery through Dubbo's specialist drug court. - The 12-month program requires participants to admit their offense and c…
Iran calls latest US strikes 'bad faith' sign as internet slowly restored
- Iran denounced US strikes in its southern region as a sign of "bad faith" and a violation of a ceasefire, warning of consequences. - The US military called the strikes defensive, targeting missile l…
'Generational shift' to unify ACT public school system amid funding woes
- A review found ACT public schools face significant funding pressures and operate like "independent small businesses." - The review recommended a "one public education system" approach to reform the …
Tasmania's Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary to Star in New Paramount+ Docuseries
- Tasmania's Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary will be featured in a new docuseries on Paramount+. - The series, titled 'The Animal Sanctuary,' will follow the sanctuary's director, Greg Irons, and his team…
Drones Fall From Sky During Sydney Vivid Light Show; Investigation Launched
- Nearly 90 drones crashed into Sydney Harbour during the Vivid light show on Monday night. - The company behind the display blamed radio interference, while the Australian Transport Safety Bureau is …
Reception hours slashed at police stations in Melbourne's outer-north
- Victoria Police is reducing public reception hours at four police stations in Melbourne's outer north, starting this weekend. - The police force argues the change will allow for more officers to be …
Grants allocated for soybean and rice trials in Mossman
- New grants totaling $300,000 have been allocated for soybean and rice trials in Mossman, Far North Queensland. - The funding aims to help the region transition to new agricultural industries followi…
Unexpected DNA test results can be life-changing; here's how to cope
- Up to 40 million people have taken ancestry DNA tests, often leading to unexpected discoveries about family history. - These results can cause intense emotions like shock, grief, and confusion, chal…