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Queensland Audit Office criticises Townsville council rail yard project
The audit office finds governance and reporting weaknesses in a council-owned company, which was created without approval from the Queensland treasurer. N...
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Australia news live: Surge in EV demand and fuel diplomacy push sends trade surplus to nine-year low
Jump in imports narrowed Australia’s goods trade surplus to $1.1bn in June quarter. Newsiline summarises this report from The Guardian Australia and links...
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Homelessness a visible crisis on Canberra's streets
Homelessness services in Canberra are reporting an increase in demand for support as people struggle under cost-of-living pressures. Newsiline summarises...
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Richmond is facing a rebuild riddle — can it afford to stay the course?
Six years on from the last of three premierships in four seasons, Richmond is at a fork in the road. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Austra...
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UEFA doubles down on FIFA boycott threat as Infantino pressure grows
UEFA retains its threat to boycott FIFA competitions in the wake of the failed plan to sell stakes in the World Cup, while England's FA withdraws support...
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St Kilda drafted a 27yo who couldn’t kick. She ended up as captain
Hannah Priest was drafted at 27-year-old as a cross-code athlete and ended up captaining the club for six seasons. Newsiline summarises this report from A...
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Police hunt pair over 'senseless' machete attack on teenager
A boy was hacked with machetes by two males who stole his $10,000 e-bike in an attack in Melbourne's east in June. Newsiline summarises this report from A...
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Live: Pocock accuses gambling lobby of trying to discredit former NRL player
David Pocock has accused the gambling lobby of trying to discredit a former NRL players testimony to a Senate inquiry into Labor's gambling advertising le...
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Long-awaited Gold Coast light rail extension taking passengers from Sunday
The Queensland government has confirmed passengers will be able to board the stage 3 light rail connecting Broadbeach to Burleigh Heads. Newsiline summari...
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US Senator Mitch McConnell released from rehab centre after fall in June
The former Republican leader in the Senate has faced questions over his long absence, with critics calling for more detail on his condition or for him to...
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Broadcasting veteran Charlie King retires after 32 years with the ABC
After more than three decades with the ABC, sports commentator Charlie King is hanging up the headphones and heading into retirement. Newsiline summarises...
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BOM orders an inquiry after tumultuous 12 months, but will it restore trust?
Farmers say the BOM has lost the trust of those who need weather information for critical and expensive business decisions such as spraying, fertilising,...
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'Rattled' Charleville community vows to unite after 'violent' crime
Murweh Shire Mayor Shaun Radnedge says the community will band together despite the devastating "violent" crime that has left a woman and a man dead. News...
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Outgoing Sydney Opera House CEO bids farewell after 14 years
Louise Herron says leading the iconic Sydney Opera House for more than a decade has been the "most incredible honour and privilege". Newsiline summarises...
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After murder-suicide police chief asks 'did we get it right?'
The actions of police in the lead-up to last week's murder-suicide involving a mother and her two young children will be considered as part of investigati...
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'Bad Smoke' protest song stands up to tobacco industry
Smoking is the most preventable cause of death for First Nations people. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and links readers to the...
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Queensland's Ekka embracing the future as it marks 150 years
The organisers of Brisbane's famous Ekka insist the event's beloved "country" feel can be maintained, despite increasing development around the showground...
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Australian team pulls off 'extraordinary' midwinter rescue in Antarctica
The temperature on the icy continent was a frosty -43 degrees Celsius when an Australian crew evacuated a polar expeditioner after an "urgent request for...
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'Coded to Chinese': Hongkongers unable to list their ancestry on census night
People with Hong Kong heritage are frustrated that their ancestry will not be recognised as distinct from Chinese in the upcoming Australian census, despi...
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'Massive mountain to climb': Duniam's departing advice for Liberals
Liberal senator Jonathon Duniam surprised voters by announcing his resignation from politics at a time his party faces an "existential threat" from One Na...
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Battle for Victoria sends important signals to federal players
Victoria's election on November 28 has taken on a drama and significance we wouldn't have anticipated a year ago. Newsiline summarises this report from AB...
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Hackers leak sensitive Victorian court data to dark web
The ABC understands some of the leaked data includes highly-sensitive details, such as the names of parties in family violence intervention order hearings...
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Arsenal shortage felt in Ukraine as US juggles 'different priorities'
Ukraine has reported that it could not defend itself against a recent barrage of ballistic missiles from Russia, which analysts say comes down to the US w...
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Resting or tanking? Why your AFL club may not win before finals
As finals hopes fade for some AFL teams, some question whether it's better to lose now to win later. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Austra...
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'Created something beautiful': Wildflower meadows are taking over cities
You may have spotted more native plants popping up in your local park or on the side of the road. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia...
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Australian lithium miners want more value from Chinese-dominated battery supply chain
Until recently, Australian lithium miners were digging up their ore and selling to China for processing into battery materials. Newsiline summarises this...
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Growing number of Labor MPs call for tougher gambling reforms
The Albanese government faces internal pressure to strengthen its gambling reforms, with more MPs calling for sweeping amendments. Newsiline summarises th...
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Men's behaviour change groups could soon face new rules
Programs range from one day sessions in schools educating boys on respectful relationships to months-long programs working with men who have abused their...
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Developer tried to end affordable housing period early at Sydney complex
A property developer that describes itself as a leader in the national push to build cheap homes has been trying to scale back affordable housing at some...
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How Australians on JobSeeker are living on $68 a day
Despite calls to increase the base rate of JobSeeker payments in this year's federal budget, there has been no change and experts say it means the cost of...
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Eat you greens this August thanks to these seasonal picks
From baby broccoli to gai lan, these are the vegetables (and fruit) to look for this month. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and l...
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Friday news quiz: A bored prince, Jetstar's new fee and a stunning view of… something
Please ensure your seat is upright and, if you can still afford it, stow your bag in the overhead compartment: this quiz is ready for take-off. Newsiline...
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Israel charges settler over Palestinian activist's killing in rare indictment
It is the first case of its kind in more than seven years amid a rise in settler violence in the West Bank. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News...
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‘We expected it, but now it’s here’: on the frontline of Australia’s bird flu outbreak, people are distressed
As Australia prepares for the H5 bird flu to potentially rip through hundreds of species, residents of the Limestone Coast are already seeing the impacts...
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Alan Jones on Trial: a ‘fearful’ friendship and ‘generous’ payments – podcast
The criminal trial of veteran broadcaster Alan Jones has begun, almost two years after he was arrested over multiple counts of indecent assault and sexual...
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Minns said he wouldn’t ‘gloat’ about Icac hearings into the Liberals. Instead, he’s quietly taken out the trash
Amid revelations that could damage the Liberals’ state election hopes, the NSW government dropped key documents on three contentious issues Get our breaki...