Illustration
Book tells story of Timorese asylum seekers' daring escape to Darwin
Jose da Costa's escape from Indonesian-occupied East Timor in 1995 has been detailed in a new book launched at the Northern Territory Writers Festival thi...
World
Latest stories in this category.
Illustration
Illustration
How Mr Skelly offers 'vulnerable connection' to love, death and grief
An animation series tackling themes of grief, regret, love and gratitude has attracted an online fanbase of millions — and reflects the artist's search fo...
Illustration
Australia news live: Aukus nations to develop uncrewed vehicles to protect undersea cables; Hanson says she could be PM
Marles tells Shangri-La Dialogue delegates that ‘seabed is a battlefield’. Newsiline summarises this report from The Guardian Australia and links readers...
Illustration
Trump says he will headline US birthday event himself after artists drop out
Several musical performers scheduled to appear in the celebration have cancelled, citing concerns about its association with the US president. Newsiline s...
Illustration
Man charged with arson after house destroyed north of Brisbane
Police will allege a 36-year-old man used accelerant to start a fire at a house in Clontarf yesterday. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Aust...
Illustration
New Aukus drone subs to protect critical undersea cables as Marles warns: ‘seabed is a battlefield’
Minister tells Singapore defence summit undersea internet cables are being cut at an unprecedented rate, with Australia acutely vulnerable Get our breakin...
Illustration
A planning rule wouldn't bend so the lights at this Canberra oval had to
If the six light poles skirting Mauka Oval look like they're on a lean, it's because they are. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia an...
Illustration
Last Australian knocked out of French Open as Gauff's title defence ended
Aryna Sabalenka ends Australia's campaign at the French Open with a straightforward win over Daria Kasatkina, while Coco Gauff joins the slew of big names...
Illustration
The 'bread and butter' of a local court: More than 20 names on the traffic list
From hoons to drink drivers to people driving without a licence, one magistrate is trying to make sure the people brought before her know how quickly thin...
Illustration
Uni students tackle 60yo Agent Orange chemicals in Sydney waterway
More than 50 years after the Vietnam War, students are working to remove Agent Orange remnants from a waterway connected to Sydney Harbour, where the chem...
Illustration
Unlikely material behind Whitsundays artist's fashion collection
In the front yard of her home in the picturesque Whitsundays, Felicity Chapman strips the last pieces of flesh and sinew from a strip of barramundi skin t...
Illustration
As NZ cracks down on gang members, one pastor is trying to heal them
In a country where there now more gang members than police officers, a former gang member turned Christian pastor is trying to turn things around for othe...
Illustration
Life and death in the outback: Why Australians are still dying in the bush
Kelly’s son and ex-husband died "stupid" deaths in the Australian outback. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and links readers to t...
Illustration
After making headlines at 15, Mohamed Semra is now making history
At just 27, Mohamed Semra is not your average mayor. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and links readers to the original publisher...
Illustration
Australia’s truckies were already struggling to survive. Then the fuel crisis hit
Truck drivers like Frank Black rely on diesel – and lots of it. Newsiline summarises this report from The Guardian Australia and links readers to the orig...
Illustration
An industry targeting Australia’s ageing population is growing, but can AI deliver more humanity in aged care?
While companion robots are being introduced and virtual experiences hope to ‘take loneliness away’, one expert agrees tech should never replace the human...
Illustration
Australia’s best photos of the month – May 2026
Nullarbor outback golf, a political shake-up and the best beards contest are all part of the Guardian Australia’s best photos from around the country Cont...
Illustration
Six-year-old Sienna’s parents have fought the NDIS every year of her life for funding that keeps her alive
Sienna has cerebral palsy, cannot talk and needs her lungs suctioned every few minutes. Newsiline summarises this report from The Guardian Australia and l...
Illustration
The Sunday read: what the NDIS cuts reveal about Australia’s ‘warped’ priorities - podcast
It’s been more than two weeks since the Albanese government handed down the federal budget and the criticism has not stopped. Newsiline summarises this re...
Illustration
Forming a party wouldn’t make independents less independent. It would strengthen a centrist bloc
A party structure could help independents better work together on common ground, while retaining the very thing that made them attractive in the first pla...
Illustration
Why 'irresponsible' dumping of mercury caused evacuations in outback town
An outback town's hospital, service station and school were affected when students discovered vials of mercury at the tip. Newsiline summarises this repor...
Illustration
How clay-court chaos is a return to the norm at the French Open
All the key favourites are now out of the men's draw at the French Open, but then again, this tournament has always been just a little bit different. News...
Illustration
Smoke engulfed their cities. Did it make their children sick?
Years after bushfires covered their cities in smoke, mothers are left wondering if their children's chronic illnesses began with what was in the air befor...
Illustration
How Tiananmen Square vigils in Hong Kong have become unlawful
In May, Hong Kong's High Court began hearing closing arguments in the case of two democracy activists charged with inciting subversion for organising a ca...
Illustration
Police beat a woman in a Sydney street. Their own camera captured their cruelty
The family of a woman brutally assaulted by police in Sydney has fought to have body-worn camera vision released, in the hope officers will be better trai...
Illustration
'Hush hush': How one footy club welcomed back a sex offender
When a man who sexually assaulted a minor on a post-season football trip was welcomed back to the club with open arms, Megan decided she was done. Newsili...
Illustration
After five days in a dark cave, a scienist emerged with life-changing insights
Spending big money to do nothing in the dark is on the rise. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and links readers to the original pu...
Illustration
As Jane Austen turns 250, four new productions take on Pride and Prejudice
In a modern-day cost-of-living crisis, the classic 1817 novel's tale of inheritance and wealth still rings true. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC...
Illustration
Former teachers' pets, rejoice. Guy Montgomery's spelling quiz is back
Welcome back to your Sunday morning quiz with everyone's favourite word wonderboy. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and links read...
Illustration
Liverpool sack manager Arne Slot after underwhelming season
The Dutchman won the Premier League title in his first season, but failed to live up to expectations the following year as Liverpool finished fifth. Newsi...
Illustration
AUKUS partners unveil plan to develop underwater drones
The US, Australia and United Kingdom have unveiled a new "signature" project to develop cutting edge weapons systems and sensors for underwater drones as...
Illustration
Who might make or miss out on Popovic's Socceroos World Cup squad?
Several Socceroos remain locked in a battle for places as Popovic nears his World Cup squad call. Newsiline summarises this report from SBS News Australia...
Illustration
Autism may be as common in women as men. Yet many go undiagnosed
Autism has long been seen as a condition affecting boys. Newsiline summarises this report from SBS News Australia and links readers to the original publis...
Illustration
Young motorbike rider critical after crash at motocross event
A 14-year-old boy has suffered life-threatening injuries in a collision with another motorbike rider at a junior titles event in Victoria's west. Newsilin...
Illustration
Breaking: Four Laos villagers freed from cave, two remain missing
The four villagers crawled out of the cave just after 3pm local time, after water levels were able to be drained from the cave's flooded sections. Newsili...
Illustration
Australian flotilla participants join ICC case, alleging abuse in Israeli custody
Eleven Australians were detained by Israel while on board a flotilla attempting to deliver aid to Gaza. Newsiline summarises this report from SBS News Aus...