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Wed, 24 Mar 2021 07:31:23 +0000Christian Porter set to be stripped of AG role, Reynolds to lose Defence portfolio
Christian Porter is set to be stripped of the Attorney-General's portfolio as the Prime Minister seeks to cauterise the deepening crisis engulfing his government.
Tue, 23 Mar 2021 20:04:01 +0000Man who died after car became trapped in Sydney floods was on way to first day at new job
A 25-year-old man has died after he became trapped in a car in floodwaters in Sydney’s north-west. Authorities have described the death as a "tragic accident", after police confirmed the man called triple-0 and emergency services were se...
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 00:23:01 +0000Tasmanian Premier calls on PM to consider 'slut-shaming' accusation
MP Sue Hickey uses parliamentary privilege to accuse Liberal senator Eric Abetz of "slut-shaming" former Liberal staffer Brittany Higgins — with the senator "categorically denying the mischievous assertions".
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 04:31:21 +0000Body recovered from car found in floodwater identified as missing man David Hornman
The body of a man found in a submerged car in the flooded Canungra Creek on the Gold Coast hinterland is that of missing man David Hornman, police confirm.
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 07:11:14 +0000Michael Gudinski remembered as Australian rock industry pioneer
About 7,200 people have gathered in Melbourne to commemorate the life of Australian music icon Michael Gudinski who died earlier this month.
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 08:10:16 +0000Waterfalls cascade down Uluru after heavy rain
Wild weather spanning most of central and eastern Australia has caused stunning scenes at Uluru, with heavy rain creating large waterfalls on the rock.
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000MP Craig Kelly accused of ignoring allegations of misconduct by trusted advisor Frank Zumbo
Former Liberal MP Craig Kelly continues to stand by his right-hand man Frank Zumbo, despite mounting allegations the trusted political advisor sexually harassed young interns working at the electorate office.
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 00:26:28 +0000Charges against ATO whistleblower Richard Boyle could be dropped
Prosecutors are considering dropping charges against Australian Taxation Office whistleblower Richard Boyle.
Tue, 23 Mar 2021 19:00:00 +0000Mary's long COVID symptoms were debilitating. But then she got the vaccine
For those with long COVID, the disease is an endless, unexplained nightmare of debilitating symptoms. But a growing number of "long haulers" are reporting a surprising effect after vaccination.
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 04:24:31 +0000Accused killer mother said she 'wanted to put something' in son's drink, court told
Gold Coast mother Maree Crabtree, who is accused of killing two of her children for financial gain, had described her son as "a potato" with "no life" and said she "wanted to put something in his drink", a former neighbour has testified i...
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 03:52:55 +0000'We deserve better': As COVID-19 rips through my city, I fear I can't keep my family safe
I live with six others in Port Moresby, which is at the centre of PNG's COVID-19 outbreak. If one of us tests positive to this deadly virus, I am unsure how we will be able to isolate ourselves.
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 01:47:52 +0000This is what a container ship traffic jam looks like
The Ever Given container ship was en route to the Netherlands when it came into a spot of bother on one of the busiest shipping lanes in the world.
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 04:43:37 +0000'Grossly deceitful' grandfather jailed for sexual offences against multiple female family members
A man is sentenced to 18 years' jail for spinning a "tangled web" of "graphic and disturbing" paedophilia involving his daughter, stepdaughter and three step-grandchildren. Warning: This story contains details that some readers may find di...
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 00:49:04 +0000'Blokes don't get it right all the time': Morrison says focus must be on government's pledge for improvement
Prime Minister Scott Morrison says "blokes don't get it right all the time", but he's doing his best to address cultural issues in Parliament House.
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 04:45:05 +0000How do you fix the government's culture problems? Many people think quotas are the answer
The treatment of women within Parliament House is prompting people to ask if now is the time for the Liberal Party to implement quotas. Here's what that means.
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 06:50:37 +0000One of Queensland's most senior ministers has told Parliament she was groped by an international judge
Queensland's female MPs speak up about harassment in the House, with Health Minister Yvette D'Ath telling Parliament she was groped by an international judge at a conference two years ago.
Tue, 23 Mar 2021 19:11:06 +0000The awkward silence when you ask who the most senior woman is in Scott Morrison’s office
There's an awkward pause when members of the federal government are asked to name the most senior woman within Scott Morrison's office. For his Liberal predecessors, there were obvious answers, writes political correspondent Brett Worthing...
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 08:05:44 +0000Government lifts temporary pause on cashless welfare card trial
Nearly 4,000 people across Australia will be forced onto the trial of the federal government's controversial cashless welfare card after a temporary pause on new participants, due to the pandemic, was lifted by the Social Services Minister t...
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 07:09:38 +0000North Korea identified as 'key target market' by government-funded wool body
AWI chief Stuart McCullough says he'll amend a strategic document to make it clear that selling wool to North Korea – which is illegal – is "probably aspirational".
Tue, 23 Mar 2021 13:00:00 +0000Dead whale relieved of its heart in cultural burial ceremony
When a rare Blainville's beaked whale washed up on a Coffs Harbour beach, traditional owners brought a spiritual element to its burial.
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 06:24:56 +0000Anthony Mundine bids farewell for the last time
After almost 30 years in the spotlight, Anthony Mundine officially announces his professional sporting career is over — for good this time.
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 07:05:04 +0000Witness tells court Dru Baggaley hired him to drive boat in alleged drug smuggling attempt
A man caught allegedly trying to import $200 million worth of cocaine tells a Brisbane court he thought it was marijuana.
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 05:19:32 +0000Laura's Choice: Three generations of women grapple with voluntary assisted dying decision
Laura Henkel's last words were "make a good movie". It set her daughter Cathy and granddaughter Sam on a mission to honour her life by showing her journey toward voluntary assisted dying.
Tue, 23 Mar 2021 18:50:08 +0000Les Dowd is 'still scared s***less', 42 years after retracting a statement over what he saw the night of the Ghost Train fire
Multiple witnesses told police about suspicious circumstances around the Luna Park Ghost Train fire. But several tell ABC EXPOSED they felt pressured to change their statements.
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 02:39:17 +0000'Humiliated': Bachelorette says former Noosa councillor to blame as he cops $5,000 fine
A past star of The Bachelorette hits back at a former Noosa councillor, who was booted from the TV show over claims his words were edited to make him look bad.