Despite wet weather, the Macedonian Orthodox community in Wollongong gathered for the annual Vodici ceremony at Belmore Basin. Anthony Rudeski retrieved the cross, believed to bring a lifetime of luck.
A 69-year-old Geelong woman suffered a broken hip in a violent assault following a pro-Palestine protest. Police are investigating the alleged attack. Read the full story.
European leaders reject US tariff blackmail over Greenland purchase. Emergency talks underway as Trump threatens 25% tariffs on eight nations. Full story on the escalating transatlantic crisis.
The ACT government is reviewing its anti-vilification laws, proposing criminal penalties for extreme hate speech to protect Jewish, Muslim, and LGBTIQA+ communities. Read the details.
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A proposed space launch facility on Cape York faces delays as traditional owners raise concerns and funding remains uncertain. Will this project get off the ground?
Step back in time with a visual journey through the Geelong Gallery's pivotal 1980s and 1990s period. Discover the exhibitions and events that shaped the city's cultural heart. Explore the history now.
A rising Melbourne composer will debut a new orchestral work celebrating Cairns' 150th anniversary. The piece, 'The Reef and the Rainforest,' honours the region's heritage. Discover the story behind this unique musical tribute.
The fate of Newcastle's historic lifeboat Victoria II and 8500 other maritime treasures is uncertain as the Newcastle Maritime Museum's lease expires. Discover the heroic history at risk.
The Trump administration's pivot on Iran intervention reveals a pattern of high-stakes rhetoric followed by retreat, driven by US naval shortages and a new Arctic focus. Read the analysis.
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WA columnist Ben Harvey unleashes his definitive list of 100 modern irritations he wants abolished. From QR menus to influencer culture, read his full rant.
A hidden Cold War nuclear bunker is exposed by erosion on England's coast and could fall into the sea within days. A stark reminder of coastal threats familiar to Australia.
The much-loved Ngarrama event, a free night of Indigenous culture and reflection, is back for its fifth year in Newcastle's King Edward Park on January 25, 2026. Join the community celebration.
Major UK border changes from February 2026 will impact Australian dual citizens. Learn about the new ETA scheme, passport requirements, and your options to avoid being denied boarding.
Explore the tragic history and resilient rebirth of Guernica, the Basque town infamously bombed in 1937, and discover its poignant memorials and peaceful present.
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The Prince and Princess of Wales lead with solo engagements on women's sport and rural mental health, while Prince Andrew's move from Royal Lodge signals a royal shift. Discover the latest.
Perri Conti has lodged a formal complaint with Queensland's Human Rights Commission against the Youth Justice Department following the death of her son, Cleveland Dodd. Read the full story.
Discover the untold 1970s story of Perth's St Mary's Cathedral, where folk and rock music revolutionised Catholic Mass, creating a cultural phenomenon that divided and inspired.
The death of French icon Brigitte Bardot at 91 prompts columnist Ian Warden, 80, to reflect on ageing, nostalgia, and the indelible mark of a first childhood pin-up. Read his poignant personal essay.
As bushfires and floods devastate communities, a new push calls for a levy on fossil fuel companies to cover the soaring costs of climate disasters, funded by a $30 per tonne carbon pollution charge.
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Geelong's Bailey Ettridge details his remarkable journey from local footy to a punting scholarship with the prestigious Oregon Ducks in US college football. Discover his story.
The 2026 Adelaide Writers' Week has imploded, leaving thousands of books in warehouse limbo. Discover the fallout for authors, publishers, and the iconic literary festival's future.
Kate Whiteman, who accused US brothers Oren and Alon Alexander of sexual assault, has died. Her death comes weeks before their high-profile criminal trial begins.
As Australia rushes new hate speech laws and a royal commission into anti-Semitism, experts warn we are failing to learn from the 1991 inquiry into racist violence. Will history repeat itself?
WA is the only state without specific anti-vilification laws. Brian Grieg demands urgent reform to protect LGBTQI+, Jewish, and Muslim communities from rising hate speech.
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South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas refuses to apologise to author Randa Abdel-Fattah after her festival invitation was revoked and reinstated. The controversy sparks legal action and a debate on free speech.
Hundreds gathered at the Iranian embassy in Canberra, chanting for democracy and defacing signs. Police monitored as diaspora members called for international action amid a blackout in Iran.
A 14-year-old girl with special needs was found living in squalor, abandoned by her parents who moved 90km away. A note with 87 tallies detailed her mother's refusals to help. Read the shocking details.
The Adelaide Festival Corporation has reinstated Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah to Writers' Week and apologised after her controversial exclusion caused mass boycotts and the 2026 program's collapse.
Iconic Australian slang like 'hard yakka' is disappearing from daily use. Experts warn that without active effort, our unique linguistic heritage could be lost for good. Read why we need to give our lingo a fair go.
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Former minister Amanda Vanstone argues the cancellation of Adelaide Writers Week was not a free speech issue, but a result of protestors inflicting damage. Read her full analysis.
