Cairns man dedicates his life savings to helping local kids thrive
ABC News Australiaby Rosanne Maloney26d ago
In short: Cairns man Rob Hodge invested his own money and passion into creating a program to help at-risk youth.
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top 94%Hottest day to hit three Aussie cities
PerthNowby David Hannant26d ago
Parts of Australia to see temperatures 15C above average Winter is truly in Australia’s rear view mirror with parts of the country set to soar up to 15C above average this week.
Wallaroos collapse against France as bus fire delays game
ABC News Australia26d ago
Australia's Wallaroos have been left frustrated by a potentially massive Test win that got away as undisciplined France somehow escaped with a 29-26 win after being 19 points down and reduced at...
Photographers' vision for struggling town creates portrait of success
ABC News Australiaby Lachlan Ford26d ago
In short: A pair of photographers rebranded their remote town to inspire their community following years of drought.
The vital public transport service you've probably never heard of
ABC News Australiaby Larissa Ham26d ago
It has helped generations of Victorians and visitors through two global pandemics, migration waves, vastly changing times and a recent V/Line shutdown.
'Absolute cracker looking' flower explodes in 'super bloom' across outback
ABC News Australiaby Olivia Mason26d ago
In short: Rainfall has prompted a super bloom of Sturt's desert peas across large parts of South Australia and New South Wales.
Government grants: 'park barrelling' or pledge-keeping?
PerthNowby Ben McKay26d ago
Government grants: 'park barrelling' or pledge-keeping? In the fortnight since it was unearthed and aerated by the Centre for Public Integrity, the federal government's invite-only $560 million...
Israeli strikes kill three people in Gaza
PerthNowby Nidal al-Mughrabi26d ago
Israeli strikes kill three people in Gaza Israeli airstrikes have killed at least three Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.
Aboriginal man's fight for justice after alleged historical abuse at hospital
ABC News Australiaby Nakari Thorpe26d ago
Uncle Benjamin 'BJ' Cruse says he has lived with a lifetime of trauma stemming from a few days in hospital.
Cronulla's last step in the NRL finals always seems their longest
ABC News Australiaby Nick Campton26d ago
Fri, 11 Sept, 7:50 pm, Final score, Rabbitohs 10, Knights 20 Sometimes the last step of the journey to a premiership is the longest, and for Cronulla it seemingly gets longer all the time.
How music and art can help victim-survivors 'feel human again'
ABC News Australiaby Emma Johnson26d ago
In short: A Brisbane music program has helped women and children transitioning out of homelessness "reconnect with parts of their identity".
As EV popularity rises, is Australia equipped to manage e-waste?
ABC News Australiaby Chelsea Malunga26d ago
In short: Figures from the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries show more than 27,000 battery electric vehicles were sold nationally in August.
Farrer GP labels immigration plans a 'circus' amid fears of doctor deserts
ABC News Australiaby Andrew Mangelsdorf26d ago
In short: A GP from the One Nation-held electorate of Farrer has criticised the party's plans to clamp down on immigration.
Lions to take one big advantage into grand final showdown with Freo
ABC News Australia26d ago
The Lions can join the legendary Brisbane team of 2001-03 and Hawthorn from 2013-15 as modern-day teams to go back-to-back-to-back if they beat minor premier Fremantle at the MCG next Saturday.
Aspiration, dislocation and isolation in tough times
PerthNowby Katelyn Catanzariti26d ago
Aspiration, dislocation and isolation in tough times Australians still want a home of their own, financial security and the freedom to enjoy life.
Olympic contenders put rowing course to the test in state regatta
ABC News Australiaby Aaron Kelly and Vanessa Jarrett26d ago
In short: Rowing and canoe sprint events are scheduled to be held on the Fitzroy River during the 2032 Brisbane Games.
Eucalyptus industry fights back against fake oil, cheap imports
ABC News Australiaby Tim Lee26d ago
The air is awash with the distinctive aroma of eucalyptus. There is no smell so evocative of Australia.
Spectacular lookout reopens six years after 'nuclear bomb' bushfire
ABC News Australiaby Lani Oataway26d ago
In short: The popular Pulpit Rock lookout in the Blue Mountains was scorched in the Black Summer bushfire. It has reopened after a six-year closure, thanks to more than $4.5m in restoration work.
'Miracle' baby born healthy after mother's chemotherapy
ABC News Australiaby Madeline Grace26d ago
In short: A Sunshine Coast mother was diagnosed with advanced blood cancer at 14 weeks pregnant and started intensive chemotherapy while 15 weeks pregnant.
Cheap smartphone add-on pinpoints hidden cameras to shut down spies
New Atlasby Maryna Holovnova26d ago
With technology advancing by the day, protecting our privacy is getting harder. Hidden cameras are one of the biggest public concerns.