Kerr ruled out of playing with Matildas against South Korea
Matildas coach Tom Sermanni hoped to have his inspirational captain back in the fold for upcoming friendlies against South Korea, but Sam Kerr's English club has vetoed the plan.
Fears possible Olympic site in croc country won't meet competition standards
Rowing Australia wants an urgent assessment of any rowing site chosen for the 2032 Olympics, as the Queensland government prepares to unveil its final venues plan tomorrow.
Rain strands traveller in Simpson Desert with authorities seeking others
Heavy downpours in the Simpson Desert have left a man stranded in his vehicle while authorities make enquiries about another group of travellers.
Man accused of drug importation ordered ice on 'dark web', court hears
The trial of a man accused of attempting to import methamphetamine from America through the mail hears allegations he planned to organise the shipment on the dark web.
Essendon coach slams players' 'totally unacceptable' effort
Brad Scott is expecting an immediate response from his players and refuses to use inexperience as an excuse in the wake of a humiliating loss to Adelaide at the weekend.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-24/afl-brad-scott-essendon-bombers-struggles-ben-mckay/105089626
Australia crew unharmed after sail wing collapses before SailGP race
Australia suffered the dramatic wing collapse as they approached the line to begin seventh fleet race of the event.
Girls with rare genetic conditions kept from school after funding rejection
The parents of South Australian twin girls with conditions that mean they regularly need resuscitating vow to fight an NDIA decision to refuse a request for more support from registered nurses.
Smart ticketing rolls out in Brisbane. Here's what you need to know
Commuters can now forget the go card and tap on and off their Brisbane City Council buses and metro services using a credit card, debit card or smart device, such as a mobile phone.
At this shed in Canberra, women are overcoming their fear of power tools
When Sunita Kotnala first came to Canberra, there was no women's shed, something she felt was needed. Now she helps other women gain the confidence to use power tools and make things with their hands.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-24/womens-shed-founder-helps-fear-of-power-tools/105082550
Calls for 4WD ban on the Australian beaches being 'pummelled to death'
A global study finds there is "no environmentally safe level" of four-wheel drive use on beaches, prompting calls to severely limit access.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-24/call-for-four-wheel-drive-ban-aussie-beaches/104990150
SA government 'cannot commit' to baby death inquest recommendation
The SA government says it "cannot commit" to stamping out a practice that enables child protection authorities to formally "close" cases of suspected abuse or neglect because there aren't enough staff to investigate them.
Ukrainian women speak out about rise in gender-based violence during war
Hundreds of women share their experiences for a new UN report revealing years of full-scale war in Ukraine has significantly intensified gender-based violence inside and outside the home.
NSW 'dodged a bullet' but Alfred put towns centimetres from disaster
The Bureau of Meteorology forecast potential flooding on 14 rivers in northern NSW in the wake of ex-Cyclone Alfred. While only four actually did experience a major flood, data shows that several more were close, though all river heights were eclipsed by the catastrophic floods of early 2022.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-24/nsw-ex-tropical-cyclone-alfred-river-data-flooding/105074596
Canadian prime minister calls snap election, days after being sworn in
The contest is expected to be dominated by Canada's increasingly tense relationship with US President Donald Trump, who has labelled the country America's "51st state".
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-24/new-canadian-pm-calls-snap-election/105087074
What to expect from tomorrow's federal budget speech and where to watch it
The release of the budget will inevitably involve a lot of political talk, but the government's plan will impact your financial situation in one way or another.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-24/when-is-federal-budget-2025-why-does-it-matter/105081304
'What are they thinking?' Lions question midday start time for Eagles clash
The decision to start the AFL clash between the Lions and Eagles at midday in late March in Brisbane is questioned by coach Chris Fagan and club legend Jason Akermanis.
'Breakthrough' stroke treatment app to be rolled out nationally by 2027
Paramedics attending to Garry Tierney consulted a neurologist within minutes about his stroke via an app that aims to speed up assessments and tailor care.
Cash-strapped PNG government criticised for 'grand shopping list' of ideas
Seventy projects outlined in a confidential PNG cabinet document include acquiring a luxury island in partnership with a Congolese rapper, exploring the potential for a world-class Formula 1 track, creating a "Silicon Valley style hub" for entrepreneurs and setting up a spy agency with training from Israel.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-24/png-government-wish-list/105082434
Meet the 61yo potato farmer who outran the world’s best athletes
Australians love an underdog and in 1983, Cliff Young transfixed the nation when he beat the world’s best to shuffle to victory from Sydney to Melbourne. His legend endures.
Victorian Premier defends mammoth SRL project after federal scrutiny
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan says the Suburban Rail Loop is still within budget, as she addresses concerns from residents who say early construction works on the rail tunnel have made them sick.