Five years on from one of Australia’s largest earthquakes, locals recall a memorable day
Today marks five years since a town in WA’s far north was struck by a 6.6-magnitude earthquake, on par with the largest recorded in Australia. ⌘ Read more
The resurrection of the Epenarra Saints
For 11 years the Epenarra Saints were a forgotten team at the end of a far-flung road. But humming car radios, sideline conversations, scampering camp dogs – as about 50 players kick up dirt on the Saints’ red oval – signal the club’s resurrection. ⌘ Read more
Shots fired at Trump rally in Pennsylvania
Shots are fired and Donald Trump has been escorted to a vehicle at a rally event in Pennsylvania. ⌘ Read more
Joel was a conspiracy theorist who believed medicine was evil. Then his sister needed it to stay alive
Four former conspiracy theorists held beliefs that governed almost every aspect of their lives. Then, for each of them, a powerful trigger made them change their minds. Their stories offer insight into life inside the rabbit hole — and hope for escaping it. ⌘ Read more
‘Legacy of broken promises’: Clients say this $1.2 billion disability employment program is failing them
Many people with disability are frustrated with the $1.2 billion program that’s supposed to help them find jobs. Now it’s getting an overhaul. ⌘ Read more
Push for more eco-friendly fashion opens up new market opportunities for Aussie farmers
As more eco-conscious fashionistas move away from fast fashion, a new trade deal with India has created more market potential for Australia’s sustainable cotton and wool industry. ⌘ Read more
Richard Simmons, American fitness guru, dies aged 76
American fitness guru Richard Simmons has died aged 76. ⌘ Read more
Aussie Kyriacou leads Evian Championship ahead of final round
Chasing her first victory at a major, Stephanie Kyriacou posts seven birdies to help establish a one-shot lead heading into the fourth round of the Evian Championship. ⌘ Read more
Bunnings changes packaging of lead products after concerns customers and staff exposed
Work safety authorities in at least three states called into the hardware giant, amid fears customers and workers have been put at risk by inappropriate handling of the potentially hazardous material. ⌘ Read more
Unstoppable Pogačar wins Tour de France stage 14 in Pyrenees
Tour de France overall leader Tadej Pogačar times his attack to perfection and rides solo to victory on stage 14, a 152-kilometre trek from Pau to Saint-Lary-Soulan. ⌘ Read more
What’s going on when we say the wrong name? Neuroscientists explain what might have happened with Biden’s ‘Trump’ gaffe
US President Joe Biden has made a series of unfortunate name mistakes in the past week, including introducing Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as “President Putin”. Brain scientists say referring to someone by the wrong name is a common mental slip due to the way our memory is categorised. ⌘ Read more
A new technique helped solve the Sandy Point mystery — investigators now have more unsolved cases in their sights
Investigators used a new technique to identify 95-year-old human remains found in the water at Sandy Point in Gippsland. The forensic breakthrough has raised hopes that more cold cases could soon be solved. ⌘ Read more
From a bubonic plague sex romp to bimbos in space: Here’s everything you need to watch this month
Five new shows to watch this July, from a sexy adaptation of Giovanni Boccaccio’s classic collection of novellas, to Asher Keddie falling for a scammer, to a Russian rooftopper love story. ⌘ Read more
Mastermind behind Super Netball’s best backline to coach next generation of Diamonds
Shamera Sterling-Humphrey, Latanya Wilson and Matilda Garrett have caused headaches for shooters this season. But they wouldn’t be the defenders they are today without the help of Adelaide Thunderbirds assistant Cathy Fellows. ⌘ Read more
Retirement on hold for doctor, 76, as he faces prospect of being left to treat 6,000 patients on his own
There are fears GP cash incentives worth $40,000 in Victoria and Queensland are luring trainees away from the New South Wales country towns which desperately need them. ⌘ Read more
Brussels sprouts bounce back as Australia’s surprise new favourite veggie
The humble sprout is surging in popularity, with research showing that the highly nutritious brassica bud is Australia’s fastest-growing vegetable in terms of value in the past 12 months. ⌘ Read more
These kids had the guts to front up to my quiz show. Reckon you’re smarter?
Look, I’m being nice this week. You can have a crack at answering the questions from Hard Quiz Kids … but know if you get them wrong it’ll be extra embarrassing. ⌘ Read more
Ever seen a gall on a tree? That’s the plant version of cancer
While cancer doesn’t affect plants like it does us, it can have costly implications for farmers and other growers. ⌘ Read more
Sickness or injury is not usually on the itinerary. So what happens if you need a medical evacuation?
Rebecca Ode was injured in Bali almost a fortnight ago. Her family fundraised enough to cover her six-figure evacuation flight home, but the cost was just the beginning. ⌘ Read more
‘Invasive animal’ or ‘sacred native’? The fight to save the dingo is heating up
Traditional owner and fourth-generation grazier Joshua Henry was raised to see dingoes as a threat to cattle. Now his views have changed and he’s adding his voice to calls to ban the killing of dingoes. ⌘ Read more
England and Spain will go head-to-head for the Euro 2024 final. Here’s what to know
England and Spain are one step away from claiming the Euro 2024 championship. If you’re only just tuning in, here’s what to know ahead of kick-off. ⌘ Read more
While the days are getting longer, this is why it’s the coldest time of the year
Despite the varying climate, the capitals – outside of Darwin – all have one thing in common. They’ve just shivered through what is historically their coldest week on the calendar. So does it mean the worst of the cold weather is now over? ⌘ Read more
Thinking about yoga? Here’s what to ask yourself when searching for a style
Yoga in Australia has evolved from traditional styles into a studio culture with plenty of choices, which means finding the right one can be tricky. ⌘ Read more
Live: Matildas face Canada in final friendly before Paris Olympics
With the Paris Olympics just around the corner, the Matildas have one last friendly to iron out the kinks against Tokyo gold medallists Canada. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Wallabies pip Wales to extend Schmidt’s winning start
The Welsh, who smashed the Wallabies at last year’s World Cup, to continue the Eddie Jones-led nightmare, slumped to a ninth-straight defeat. ⌘ Read more
Live: Wimbeldon set to crown a new champion as Krejčíková takes on Paolini
Wimbledon will crown a new queen as one-time French Open champion Barbora Krejčíková of Czechia takes on Italy’s French Open runner up Jasmine Paolini in the ladies singles final. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan and his wife acquitted of illegal marriage charges
The couple were sentenced to seven years in prison in February when a court found them guilty of breaking Islamic law. ⌘ Read more
Man arrested in UK after human remains found in dumped suitcases
A man has been arrested in England after human remains were found inside two suitcases and further human remains discovered at a property in London. ⌘ Read more
Renowned Australian radio presenter Ron E Sparks dies aged 72
Ron E Sparks began his radio career in the 1970s, working at top-rating stations including Triple M and WSFM. He is being remembered as a “legend of the airwaves”. ⌘ Read more
Two 18-year-old men dead after fire in Townsville
Police are investigating a suspicious house fire in Townsville that killed two 18-year-old men. ⌘ Read more
Why the Lang Park magic might not be enough for Queensland in State of Origin decider
Queensland has an imposing record at home in State of Origin deciders, but Maroons coach Billy Slater is adamant that the power of Lang Park alone won’t be enough to defeat New South Wales. ⌘ Read more
Rihanna and Justin Bieber kick off Ambani-Merchant wedding festivities with star-studded pre-parties
With pre-parties featuring performances by pop stars Rihanna and Justin Bieber, the wedding of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant was never going to be a low-key affair. ⌘ Read more
Serious allegations against the CFMEU a day after construction union boss Setka quits
Nine newspapers are alleging underworld figures have been given high-paid roles within the Victorian branch of the construction union. ⌘ Read more
Dozens dead after Israel scales back Gaza City offensive against Hamas
Israeli forces have pulled back from parts of Gaza City overnight, after a fierce, week-long offensive that met with Hamas resistance. ⌘ Read more
Live: Hawks host top-four Fremantle in Launceston, Swans look to halt slide against North
The Hawks eye an upset against the top-four Dockers in Tasmania, and the ladder-leaning Swans look to get back on track against the Kangaroos, kicking off a big Saturday of football. Follow all the action in our live blog. ⌘ Read more
A small bus is helping residents of some of Australia’s most remote communities to return home safely
The connection between Kalgoorlie and Western Australia’s outback is a critical one for remote community residents. ⌘ Read more
Meta lifts restrictions on Trump’s Facebook and Instagram accounts
The social media company says it has a responsibility to ensure Americans can hear from nominees for the US presidency. ⌘ Read more
From chasing thieves to working 16-hour days, former tobacco farmers have rich memories of life on the land
A fortnightly gathering over the past four decades has slowly rolled these former tobacco farmers — once isolated, a world away from their Italian homes — into a family. ⌘ Read more
Daredevil drifter’s burnouts and 200kph corner slides are turning heads for all the right reasons
A graceful slide into a corner at around 200 kilometres an hour is just another night behind the wheel for this Queensland race car driver. Ben Barnes’ burnouts and epic drifts are taking Australian race tracks by storm. ⌘ Read more
Man dies after boat capsizes in rough seas while trying to cross the Tweed River bar
One man is dead and another man has been rushed to hospital after their boat overturned in rough seas while trying to cross the Tweed River bar in southern Queensland. ⌘ Read more
Albanese tells Russia to ‘back off’ after embassy criticises spying allegations
Anthony Albanese has accused the Kremlin of spying “around the world” after the arrests of two Australian citizens on espionage charges. ⌘ Read more
This massive woolshed is crumbling after two decades of disuse. Volunteers fear it will be lost in the next big wind storm
Toganmain, in the New South Wales Riverina, is regarded as one of Australia’s most significant woolsheds, and holds the record for the most sheep shorn in a single month. But the woolshed is at risk of being lost. ⌘ Read more
Retired detective puts very Aussie spin on Irish bagpipes
Jack Brennan says playing the Irish bagpipes helped him through the stress of a 39-year career investigating crime. Now retired, he’s making the complicated pipes, with a very Australian flavour. ⌘ Read more
‘I was born 100 years too late’: Col and her vintage wagon ride back in time for Cobb & Co mail delivery
The Queensland woman is training her horses to travel 76-kilometres through dust and dirt to retrace the path of Australia’s last horse-drawn mail run. ⌘ Read more
Two people killed in car crash on NT’s Tanami Road
Northern Territory Police are investigating a car crash that killed two people on the Tanami Road in the central desert region on Friday. ⌘ Read more
Report reveals 100,000 Melbourne homes were vacant in 2023
There are 100,000 properties sitting vacant in Melbourne during a housing crisis, and it speaks to “deep inequality”, a new report says. ⌘ Read more
From small towns to the big time, Australia’s Olympic surfing team set for Paris and Tahiti gold
Australia has 34,000 kilometres of coastline and over 10,000 beaches, so it’s no surprise that its small seaside towns are fertile breeding grounds for excellent surfers. ⌘ Read more
House fire leaves two people dead in Melbourne’s east
Police are investigating the cause of a house fire in Melbourne’s east that has claimed the lives of two people. Thirty firefighters battled the blaze in Donvale. ⌘ Read more
England cricket great Anderson retires with one final flourish
James Anderson signs off from international cricket with his 704th and final Test wicket, ending a glittering 21-year career during England’s emphatic win over West Indies. ⌘ Read more
How ‘death planning parties’ are shifting the taboo around funeral planning
Tasmanian woman Dee Stokes planned her twin sister’s funeral and knows how difficult it can be. She’s trying to change societal perceptions on what send offs look like, starting with a party at the pub. ⌘ Read more