The Indigenous craftsman who listens for singing trees In historic Yirrkala, where land rights once echoed in bark petitions, Ian Gurruwiwi listens for the tree that will become the next voice in his people's song. AAP · Aug 2
'Just a backbencher': minister defends charged MP role A senior Labor minister has defended the government's decision not to stand down an MP accused of assault from his role as a special envoy. AAP · Aug 2
Rock star Elder hails Gove mining closure as land win The end of mining at Gove is a chance to reclaim Yolŋu land, an Indigenous Elder says, and turn Rio Tinto's old fuel tanks into a national storage hub. AAP · Aug 1
Garma festival shows Yolngu culture in full colour As leaders talk policy at Garma, Yolngu men, women and children step onto the Bungul ground, using ochre, song and story to show Australians who they really are AAP · Aug 1
Australia leans on Indigenous culture in Pacific pacts Australia is drawing on First Nations ties in its Pacific diplomacy push as PNG and other islands' leaders back a culturally grounded regional agenda. AAP · Aug 1
Tiger Brown eyes more West Coast heroics Richmond can claim their third win of the season when they face West Coast and defender Tom Brown believes the young Tigers match up well. AAP · Jul 31
Breakaway Arnhem Land council shocks NT Indigenous body Yolngu leaders have launched the breakaway Dilak Land Council at Garma, stunning the Northern Land Council and reshaping the land rights fight in Arnhem Land. AAP · Jul 31
Cats part ways with premiership hero Stengle Geelong and Tyson Stengle have officially parted ways despite the small forward still having three years remaining on a bumper contract. AAP · Jul 31
Stunning kookaburra dance lights up Garma Festival A kookaburra-inspired dance at Garma weaves family, survival and joy into a powerful tribute to Aboriginal ancestors, capturing the festival spirit on Country. AAP · Jul 31
The sport axed by Victoria 2026 and salvaged by Glasgow Tinka Easton and Aoife Coughlan, who won gold in 2022, are relishing a chance to shine after their sport was axed then added to the 2026 Commonwealth Games. AAP · Jul 31
Didgeridoo rumble as Garma Festival bursts into life Under a bruised-purple Arnhem Land sky, 13 Yolngu clans have drenched the red dust in ochre, song and didgeridoo as the Garma Festival explodes into colour. AAP · Jul 30
Magpies coach throws support behind Hill as star exits Collingwood have confirmed Bobby Hill's departure from the club, while defending the premiership star who has been racially abused on social media. AAP · Jul 30
Jacinta Allan allies to quit politics after Labor coup Two key Victorian Labor frontbenchers have announced they will retire from politics at the next election after Jacinta Allan was deposed as premier. AAP · Jul 30
Labor to undergo scrutiny in building corruption probe A royal commission into alleged corruption in Victoria's construction sector will have powers to investigate the government itself. AAP · Jul 29
AAP · Jul 28 Door ajar for rail loop rethink as premier finds feet Australia's newest premier has revisited his past life and refused to rule out reviewing a signature transport project on his first full day in top job.
AAP · Jul 25 Richards, Bontempelli put Richmond to the sword The Western Bulldogs have moved to within percentage of the top six after thrashing Richmond by 57 points in a one-sided contest in Melbourne.
AAP · Jul 25 Fraser to consider next move in Carlton coaching race With just four rounds remaining and the Carlton coaching process underway, caretaker coach Josh Fraser admits the time is approaching to consider his future.
AAP · Jul 25 Defiant Hardwick backs Suns to rise from 'darkest days' Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick has drawn parallels between the Suns' nightmare nine-game losing streak and his experience at Richmond in 2016.
AAP · Jul 24 Silver Ferns keep focus in Glasgow amid future fears Amid growing fears about New Zealand's national netball league, captain Karin Burger says the Silver Ferns are staying focused at the Commonwealth Games.
AAP · Jul 24 Non-stop flight from Europe touches down in Australia "G'day, welcome to Melbourne": French airline crew have touched down in Australia after an historic 19-hour test flight.
AAP · Jul 24 Former accused killer fails to get last charge tossed There have been gasps in court as a man previously accused of murdering Melbourne teenager Isla Bell learnt he will still face trial on a lesser charge.
AAP · Jul 23 Hawthorn rise after low of Demons capitulation Hawthorn star Will Day has paid tribute to an in-depth review following a humiliating defeat that has helped the Hawks rediscover their mojo.
AAP · Jul 23 Jewish leaders want taxpayers to fund security needs Pressure is building on state and federal governments to step up their funding for Jewish security as an inquiry investigating anti-Semitism continues.
AAP · Jul 23 Carlton provide update on injured star forward Star Carlton forward Harry McKay has failed to participate during the Blues' main training session following a much-talked about knee injury.
AAP · Jul 22 Aussies spending over $500 a year on streaming services Australians are spending more than ever on streaming services, with one in 10 users supporting five or more platforms each month.