Sydney train commuters start working week with threats of more disruptions
Sydney train commuters are bracing for more delays and cancellations, that could be worse than the disruptions experienced on Friday amid uncertainty over staffing numbers.
Households banking on rate cuts as RBA holds first meeting of year
Millions of households are hoping financial relief is closer than ever as the RBA meets for the first time this year, where it is widely expected to cut interest rates.
Emily thought her teenage son was at boxing camp. He was hanging out with Neo-Nazis
These families never imagined their loved ones would be drawn to Neo-Nazi groups. Now they're fighting to get them back and begging the government to help.
Australian immigration is a mess, controlled by business and universities
It seems beyond either the wit or the political muscle of Australia's political leaders to set an immigration target, let alone to meet it.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02-17/government-set-immigration-target-housing/104942448
Hillcrest tragedy criminal case nears end as families return to court
In November last year, the Devonport Magistrates Court heard two weeks of detailed evidence into how the Hillcrest Primary School tragedy unfolded. The accused and the victims' families return to court today as lawyers make their closing submissions.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02-17/hillcrest-update-jumping-castle-tragedy-ruling/104928130
Constant violence and abuse means this nurse hates coming into work
Mental health nurse Amanda once felt intense anxiety when driving into work, but after several years of frequent assaults, her dread has morphed into anger.
Delays expected as Australian soldier challenges loss of war medals
At least one commanding officer has challenged Defence Minister Richard Marles's decision to strip commanders of medals over the conduct of soldiers in Afghanistan.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02-17/afghanistan-war-crimes-stripped-medals-challenge/104940774
Three service station staff assaulted during crime sprees in Melbourne
Crime squad detectives are investigating two separate armed robbery sprees that took place in the city's east and south-east last night.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02-16/melbourne-armed-robbery-sprees/104943082
Man's body pulled from surf at popular beach in northern New South Wales
A police report will be sent to the coroner after a man's body was found in surf at Bluff Beach, north of Grafton.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02-16/iluka-drowning-report-to-nsw-coroner/104943022
How endurance athletes train in hot, humid conditions
Athletes competing and training in hot, humid climates are faced with a different set of challenges, and with a warming climate, experts say learning to adapt is key.
Resignations and anger as industry reacts to artist dropped from event
Industry resignations and anger have followed the shock decision by Creative Australia to drop artist Khaled Sabsabi from one of the world's most prestigious cultural events.
How men from two ends of the world have claims to cricket's ramp shot
Two men, from opposite ends of the world, within the space of two years both dared to change cricket, by hitting the ball where most thought it could not be hit.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02-16/the-history-of-the-ramp-shot-in-cricket/104932908
Labor matches Coalition ban on foreign housing investment
A two-year ban on the foreign purchase of existing Australian homes is now bipartisan policy.
Col and Laura are a couple, but she still wears another man's wedding ring
When Laura and Colin's partners died suddenly from the same condition, they were shocked to find themselves falling in love while still grieving.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02-16/meet-the-people-finding-love-after-grief-/104666442
With so much personal data, rental applicants can be picked on 'vibes'
Progress is being made to better protect renters' data and make applications fairer, but experts say it may not be enough to shift the power imbalance between estate agents and tenants.
When taking on Trump, perhaps Albanese could take a page out of Canada's book
Nobody is suggesting the prime minister needlessly antagonise the US president but whether he likes it or not, Anthony Albanese's future on tariffs is in Donald Trump's hands.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02-16/albanese-tariff-in-donald-trump-hands/104938868
Why a female priest stays when so many women have left the church
Maori and Indigenous All Stars share spoils across razor-tight NRL exhibitions
The Maori hold out the Indigenous to win a low-scoring men's All Stars clash, hours after the Indigenous claimed a last-gasp win in the women's clash through a late penalty.
Uncertainty mounts over Shane Patton's role as Victoria police chief
Shane Patton's future as Chief Commissioner of Victoria Police has become increasingly uncertain amid mounting reports that his contract will not be renewed.
Prime minister promises law change to protect salmon farms
Anthony Albanese has written to the salmon industry to confirm laws will be introduced that will protect salmon farms on Tasmania's west coast.