Opera House rally 'can be done' safely despite risks A chief justice has referenced a deadly soccer crowd crush as organisers of a pro-Palestine rally argue crowds are easily managed for other unticketed events. AAP · Oct 8, 2025
Aussie aid activists bound for home after prison ordeal Seven Australian activists detained by Israel for trying to break a blockade to deliver aid are headed home as the government defends its quiet diplomacy. AAP · Oct 7, 2025
Defiant pro-Palestine vigils call for urgent ceasefire A pro-Palestine protest planned for the Sydney Opera House is headed to court while other vigils were staged on October 7 to mourn Gaza's war dead. AAP · Oct 6, 2025
A grief that never ends for Middle Eastern Australians For both Israeli and Palestinian Australians, Tuesday's second anniversary of the outbreak of war in the Middle East marks ongoing pain. AAP · Oct 3, 2025
Why you'll find Andrew atop a clock tower on Sunday While most of the country sleeps, one man and his crew of clock watchers do the important job of making our oldest clocks keep pace with our phones. AAP · Oct 3, 2025
War crimes trial could be years away for ex-SAS soldier National security concerns are threatening to delay a landmark war crimes trial for more than a year as a former soldier pleads not guilty to murder. AAP · Oct 3, 2025
Major change to IVF treatments for donors and families Families involved in an IVF bungle will be permitted to continue their treatment after a provider was found to be exceeding a donor limit. AAP · Oct 2, 2025
'Once in a century human': Jane Goodall's Aussie mark Scientist Jane Goodall, whose work on primates took her around the world, had a soft spot for a leading Australian zoo where chimps thrive. AAP · Oct 2, 2025
Green metals or bust: climate experts issue warning Demand for Australia's biggest fossil fuel exports is expected to drop in the coming years but producing green metals could provide a lifeline. AAP · Oct 1, 2025
'Tepid' Australia accused of emboldening Israel A failure to hold Israel to account for breaking humanitarian law as the death toll in Gaza soars has spurred a clarion call for action in Australia. AAP · Sep 30, 2025
Adult-centric systems failing young victims of violence Experts sound the alarm over child and youth victim-survivors of family violence falling through the cracks because of an adult-centric support system. AAP · Sep 30, 2025
State not doing its homework for home schooled students The education system has been found lacking in support for students learning outside the traditional classroom, such as remote settings and in hospital or jail. AAP · Sep 25, 2025
Public school students given access to specialised AI An AI bot that refuses to give direct answers will be offered to public school students in a bid to build technological and critical thinking skills. AAP · Sep 23, 2025
Charge up at no charge: EV pilot to test behaviour A major energy supplier will select 50 households to take part in a vehicle-to-grid technology trial that will charge up vehicles at no cost. AAP · Sep 22, 2025
AAP · Sep 22, 2025 Instagram's AI age-check targets Aussie teens A social media giant is using AI technology to identify users suspected to be younger than 18, and applying "teen account" settings to restrict content.
AAP · Sep 22, 2025 Surprise finding in public versus private school debate A new study of the academic and career achievements of Australian students could prompt parents to rethink where they send their kids to school.
AAP · Sep 22, 2025 Sandercock to take charge of struggling Wests Tigers Wests Tigers have announced their new NRLW head coach after Brett Kimmorley stepped down from the role following a poor 2025 campaign.
AAP · Sep 18, 2025 Bitter pill as drug testing is outlawed Pill testing has been banned in Queensland after strict new laws were passed in parliament by the state government.
AAP · Sep 16, 2025 A-League captain allegedly exploited ties in bet scam Former Macarthur Bulls soccer players who deliberately picked up yellow cards have pointed the finger at their captain for exploiting their relationship.
AAP · Sep 16, 2025 Doesn't bother me anymore: Hynes happy changing roles Nicho Hynes admits he used to feel the pressure to be a highlights-reel player, but his willingness to take the back seat if needed has helped Cronulla.
AAP · Sep 15, 2025 Kids to lose social media access but others will be OK Social media companies will have to detect and eject under-16s from their platforms, but this does not mean all users will have their ages checked.
AAP · Sep 15, 2025 'Does your head in': why the PM's office is closing Anthony Albanese will be moving to a different site for his electorate office in Sydney after the lease was brought to an end after almost 30 years.
AAP · Sep 14, 2025 Belgians break Australian hearts in Davis Cup classic Australia have suffered a 3-2 Davis Cup loss to Belgium for the fourth time in 18 years and have missed the quarter-finals for the first time since 2021.
AAP · Sep 13, 2025 Behind the lens of the Sydney Olympics, 25 years on Watched by 3.7 billion people, the Sydney Olympics holds iconic status in the Games' history and AAP chief photographer Dean Lewins was there to capture it.
AAP · Sep 13, 2025 Demon shocker leaves Australia in dire Davis Cup spot Australia must recover from 2-0 down for only the third time to reach the Davis Cup quarter-finals after being out-gunned by Belgium on a dramatic opening day.