Fears Hobart public breast screening funding only covers building, not staff
The Tasmanian government has set aside millions of dollars for a brand new public diagnostic breast-imaging clinic, but staff say it hasn't provided enough money to run the actual service.
The 'perfect' egg takes 32 minutes to cook, study suggests
The idea of a perfectly cooked egg is subjective, but Italian scientists think they have cracked a method for optimising flavour and texture in both yolk and whites.
ACT budget deficit blows out to almost $1 billion
ACT Treasurer Chris Steel unveils his first mid-year budget update, forced to reveal the bottom line is in a worse position than was forecast.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02-06/act-budget-deficit-billion-dollars-health-spending/104904282
Suspect at large after man shot with homemade gun on the Gold Coast
A suspect is at large after a man was shot with a homemade pipe gun on the Gold Coast.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02-06/man-shot-with-homemade-gun-tallebudgera-valley/104906144
'The crown has filed for divorce': Treaty tensions rock Waitangi Day
Waitangi Day in New Zealand is marked by controversy as Māori leaders condemn a proposed bill to redefine the Treaty of Waitangi, sparking protests and political tensions.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02-06/waitangi-day-overshadowed-by-treaty-controversy/104904766
Laos has not accepted AFP offers to aid methanol poisoning investigation
Laos has failed to accept "consistent" offers by Australian Federal Police to assist the investigation into the methanol poisoning deaths of Australian teenagers Bianca Jones and Holly Bowles.
'Unacceptable': Closure of bail-monitoring company to be investigated
A private company that uses GPS tracking to monitor offenders released into the Victorian community on bail has suddenly closed, with Victoria Police confirming eight "current matters" are impacted by the shut down.
Many of these old yachts are still lost, can you help find them?
It is believed about 26 Derwent-class yachts were built in their heyday, but several are still unaccounted-for. The largest contingent of the historic boats will race at this weekend's Australian Wooden Boat Festival.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02-06/derwent-class-racing-yachts-in-tasmania/104864224
Huon pine estimated to be 3,000 years old at risk in Tasmanian bushfire
A grove of ancient trees, including Tasmania's oldest-known Huon pine tree, has come under threat by an ongoing bushfire.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02-06/huon-pine-grove-under-threat-by-tasmanian-bushfires/104901486
Up to two years prison in NSW for racist acts under proposed laws
The Minns government has proposed law changes to respond to the wave of racist acts across the state, including giving officers more powers, despite the recommendations of a nine-month review published last year.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02-06/nsw-government-hate-speech-laws-antisemtic-attacks/104902252
Albanese's careful, polite rejection of Trump finds an unusual ally
Heads are best kept below the parapet for now, in what's already proving to be a more difficult environment to navigate than the first Trump presidency.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02-06/donald-trump-gaza-anthony-albanese-tariffs/104901276
Police charge two men after alleged 'firearms incident' in Darwin
NT police have charged two men who were arrested after an alleged "firearms incident" in Darwin's northern suburbs on Monday.
'Scared, worried, angry, offended': How Greenland sees a Trump takeover
When it comes to Donald Trump's ambitions to take control of Greenland, the message from the island's minister for trade and business is abundantly clear: "We are not for sale."
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02-05/naaja-greenland-donald-trump/104900026
Australia to host new global wheelchair rugby tournament in Adelaide
Australia's Steelers are coming home to host the inaugural Wheelchair Rugby World Challenge in Adelaide.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02-05/sa-wheelchair-rugby-world-challenge-in-adelaide/104898498
Key takeaways from the Trump and Netanyahu press conference
In a press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, US President Donald Trump announced a surprising plan for the Middle East and the future of Gaza. These are the key takeaways.
Opposition ramps up against controversial WA luxury beach development
WA Liberal and Greens politicians have banded together to join residents in their fight to stop a hotel and 61 holiday homes being built along a pristine stretch of coastline.
'Even Jesus was known to flip a few tables': Faith leads UFC stalwart back to fighting
Jimmy Crute had to let go of fighting to learn what he was without it. But now, after finding God and a new outlook on life, he is ready for a blockbuster return to the Octagon at UFC 312.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02-05/jimmy-crute-to-make-comeback-at-ufc-312/104899610
When will interest rates fall and how much you could save?
There could soon be relief for households with a mortgage, with economists predicting an interest rate cut when the Reserve Bank board meets in February. If rates do fall, it will be the first time since 2020. So, what could it mean for your repayments?
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02-05/reserve-bank-interest-rate-home-loan-explained/104894318
Do you really need a top sheet in bed?
Beyond personal preference, we asked experts if there are any benefits to using a top sheet when it comes to hygiene, and how often you need to clean your sheets.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02-05/experts-on-whether-you-need-a-top-sheet-in-bed/104794934
Spain football coach tells Rubiales trial he didn't discuss Hermoso kiss
The Spanish men's football coach Luis de la Fuente told Madrid's high court that he did not discuss the controversial kiss with national federation officials after it happened.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02-05/article-rubiales-jenni-hermoso-trial-latest-040225/104897766