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Child sex offender given 'disability pride' award after admin error
Repeat child sex offender Cameron Bloomfield was crowned as Victoria's "disability pride champion" in 2024, after a government department admin error. New...
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The NBA's new face is here and he is unlike anything we've ever seen
After years of searching, the NBA finally has its new face in Victor Wembanyama, and he is about to grace the league's biggest stage. Newsiline summarises...
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Breeder withdraws proposal for controversial Victorian puppy farm
An application for a proposed puppy farm in central Victoria has been withdrawn after lobbying by nearby residents and animal activists. Newsiline summari...
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Aussies embracing 'the stress' as they chase rugby 7s world title
An unbeaten tournament victory in Spain gives Australia a chance of claiming the men's World Championship, which will come down to this weekend's final ro...
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A year since the varroa mite entered Qld, honey bee colonies have collapsed
Beekeepers in Queensland say they are 'barely hanging on' a year after the varroa mite was detected in the state for the first time. Newsiline summarises...
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'Claw that drags you down': Despair as homeless crisis escalates
As governments work to meet the growing need for social housing, community groups are stepping up to meet the rapidly increasing demand for their services...
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Legal THC driving limit set for NSW a win for medicinal cannabis users
The Labor government plans to introduce a legal limit on the concentration of THC, a driver can have in their system if they have a prescription. Newsilin...
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Bridge ban under review as Nuyina's refuelling saga drags on
Authorities are considering whether it is feasible for Australia's Antarctic icebreaker to safely travel under Hobart's Tasman Bridge, as the Tasmanian go...
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Australia's economic slowdown is just beginning, the experts warn
The economy grew just 0.3 per cent in the first quarter, gross domestic product per capita went backwards, and interest rate rises and cost-of-living pres...
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Who could replace Hobart's outgoing lord mayor?
After eight years in the top role, Anna Reynolds has announced she will not seek re-election in October. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Au...
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Australians have a lot in common with the Pope when it comes to AI
Most Australians appear to distrust and dislike artificial intelligence despite using technology more than people in other countries. Newsiline summarises...
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Australia joins exclusive club granting access to advanced AI
Fresh access to AI deemed too dangerous for public release has ramped up pressure on the government to respond to possible risks. Newsiline summarises thi...
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'We're not greenies': Dive industry makes case for stronger ocean protections
Australia's dive industry has backed calls to expand no-fishing and no-drilling zones across the nation's oceans ahead of a federal review of marine parks...
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Why some homeowners like Meg are at risk of slipping into negative equity
The 46-year-old former "forever renter" believes her house is now worth less than what she paid for it and she is at risk of slipping into negative equity...
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Life-saving breast cancer and endometriosis drug to be discontinued
Patients have been left frustrated and scared after learning that a life-saving breast cancer and endometriosis drug is to be pulled from shelves in Austr...
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Quiz: Can you recognise these 10 classic Australian album covers?
Take a closer look at some of the biggest albums in Australian music and tell us what you see. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia an...
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Why healing from estrangement doesn’t always mean reconciliation
Experts say healing might involve reducing emotional distress and gaining clarity from the situation. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Austr...
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How Sean Baker went from high school AV guy to Oscar-winning director
From his humble beginnings to winning a bevy of big awards, including four Oscars, the filmmaker has forged a successful career by staying true to his gui...
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Australia’s battery-powered revolution: inside the 5 June Guardian Weekly
How to change the energy market from within. Newsiline summarises this report from The Guardian Australia and links readers to the original publisher for...
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US-Australia talks on AUKUS changes have been underway for 18 months
The changes announced over the weekend will see Australia buy three second-hand submarines, rather than two second-hand and one new. Newsiline summarises...
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'A little perturbed': Trump confirms expletive-laden phone call with Netanyahu
In an interview with a US podcast, the US president says he was frustrated that Benjamin Netanyahu was "constantly fighting with Lebanon". Newsiline summa...
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Sara fears her father will be deported from Australia to Nauru – a place of ‘final and lifelong punishment’
Youssef served time in jail for a string of offences. Newsiline summarises this report from The Guardian Australia and links readers to the original publi...
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NSW motorists who use medicinal cannabis may soon be able to drive without fear of major penalty
Premier Chris Minns says changes would balance road safety and a more practical approach for medicinal cannabis users Get our breaking news email, free ap...
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Saint Levant review – Palestinian pop star makes Australian debut to an ecstatic, sold-out crowd
Melbourne Town Hall Even slight hand gestures elicit screams from his rapturous fans, at a show that brings politics to the party – and ends with a cameo...
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Anti-abortion activists are trying to limit access in NSW – and they are just getting started
Obstetricians and gynaecologists say anti sex-selective abortions bill ‘predicated on misinformation’ and ‘underlying aim is to restrict access to abortio...
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A daughter’s plea to halt her father’s deportation to Nauru – podcast
When Australia’s high court ruled indefinite immigration detention unlawful in 2023, Sara’s* father returned home to Australia’s east coast after years in...
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Labor’s planned NDIS overhaul is ‘blunt and inequitable’, thinktank says
Proposed funding cuts ‘underpinned by dubious policy logic’, Grattan Institute says in scathing critique Get our breaking news email, free app or daily ne...
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AI slows hiring in some roles, but demand grows for human skills
A new economic report by consultancy firm Deloitte says the AI "winners" will be organisations that combine human and machine strengths, with recruiters s...
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Delhi hotel fire kills at least 21 people, injures dozens
Several people jumped out of the burning building to escape the flames, witnesses said, with residents dragging mattresses from a nearby store to try to b...
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Breaking: Head of Indonesian free school meals program arrested
The arrest of Dadan Hindayana comes a day after he was sacked, following an investigation into alleged corruption. Newsiline summarises this report from A...
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Trump threatens tariffs on 60 trading partners including UK and Canada over ‘forced labour’
Proposal for 10-12.5% levies, to also include EU, Taiwan and Australia, would allow US president to skirt court-imposed limits Donald Trump has threatened...
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Australia faces proposed 12.5pc US tariff over forced labour crackdown
Australia could be hit with a new US tariff after the Trump administration accused dozens of countries of failing to crack down on goods made with forced...
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Ukraine strikes St Petersburg, overshadowing Putin forum
An oil export terminal was hit hours before the Russian president's annual economic forum got underway. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Aus...
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Trump could slap Australia with 12.5% tariff for allegedly importing goods made by slave labour
Trade minister says Australia has ‘robust, comprehensive and world-leading legislation addressing forced labour and modern slavery’ Australia is among doz...
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Childcare worker sentenced to four years' jail for assaulting toddlers
Queensland childcare worker Edwina Ling has been jailed for four years after pleading guilty to more than 80 counts of assault involving three young child...
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Yacht intercepted by police off Exmouth allegedly carrying outlaw gang member
WA Police and Australian Federal Police intercepted a yacht off the coast of Exmouth in northern WA which allegedly had a Queensland fugitive on board. Ne...