Is Australia's economy on track for a 'soft landing'? The budget papers say it is
The forecasts in the federal budget paint a rosy picture of the future, claiming the mythical "soft landing" is "increasingly likely" for Australia's economy.
Macquarie Point stadium roof in doubt, as cricket raises 'significant concerns'
Cricket authorities have penned a bombshell letter to the Tasmanian government expressing reservations about the stadium's roof in its current design, saying the "stadium is unlikely to be conducive to hosting test matches" while requesting a return to the drawing board.
The real problem at the heart of this budget isn't a tax cut — it goes deeper
Even as the invoices from a more volatile world start arriving, Australia's government is tinkering while Rome smoulders.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-26/jim-chalmers-federal-budget-sustainability/105093162
2025 QMAs a family affair for Troy Cassar-Daley and Christine Anu
Country music legend Troy Cassar-Daley has made history at tonight's Queensland Music Awards winning its first ever publicly-voted Album of the Year award for Between The Fires.
How can you stay safe on a fast boat in Bali?
The death of an Australian tourist on a snorkelling boat that capsized near Bali once again raises concerns over boat safety for tourists.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-25/indonesia-bali-speed-boat-safety-australian-killed/105087664
Police had no power to remove licence from elderly man before fatal crash, inquest told
An inquest has heard an elderly man who died after driving on the wrong side of a highway in 2019 was pulled over by police weeks earlier. The officer says he believes the man was "incapable of driving on the road at the time", but could not stop him from driving.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-25/sa-driving-inquest/105092756
Ruby Wax on her infamous interviews with Donald Trump and OJ Simpson
Comedian Ruby Wax says Donald Trump “hated” her so much, he threw her off his plane in a notorious interview.
Alleged crime figure denied bail despite 'draconian' jail conditions
Masood Zakaria, who was extradited back to Australia over his alleged involvement in a 2021 murder, will remain in Goulburn Correctional Centre after his bail request was denied.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-25/masood-zakaria-denied-bail-draconian-monitoring/105093360
What does 23andMe's collapse mean for customers' data?
The genomic testing company says the way it stores data hasn't changed and any new buyers would have to follow the "applicable law" about security.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-25/23andme-bankruptcy-customer-data-saliva-samples-/105092050
Disability advocacy service in administration as 'urgent' assessment underway
One of the state's largest disability advocacy services has gone into administration and an "urgent assessment of its operations and financial position" is underway.
Drought conditions worsen in parts of Victoria despite downpour
Paddocks in Victoria's north and east have been replenished by a big dump of rain, but some farmers fear the regions that need it most are going without.
Shockingly relevant play is restaged 50 years after it was written
Classic Australian play The Removalists has been restaged half a century after it was written, and it reveals a shocking relevance to today.
Ex-All Black presses claim to face Lions as Wallabies skipper stands tall
A former All Blacks prop is in the frame to be wearing Wallabies colours against the British and Irish Lions, while Harry Wilson shows his leadership value in the latest round of Super Rugby Pacific, writes Luke Pentony.
Small town violence: When leaving feels like your only option
Bec says the initial assault paled in comparison to navigating the court system in regional Australia and dealing with her aggressor in a tiny town.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-25/escaping-violence-small-town-surf-assault/105061250
Here's everything we know about what's in today's pre-election budget
It was the federal budget that almost didn't happen, but the government is set to deliver its fourth budget tonight before voters head to the polls by mid-May. Here's every announcement that we already know about.
'My brother deserved better': Delay to start of Clinton Austin inquest
The coroner was due to start hearing evidence into the death in custody but lawyers for operators at Loddon Prison have argued against the admissibility of allegations against healthcare staff.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-25/clinton-austin-inquest-aboriginal-death-in-custody/105090022
Environmental laws set to be scaled back in parliament's final days to save salmon jobs
Federal Labor will push through legislation today that could derail a legal battle over salmon farming's impact on an endangered ray and safeguard the industry's future in Tasmania.
WA Liberals claim victory in Kalamunda, giving them seven lower house seats
The WA Liberals look set to become the state's official opposition party once again, after claiming victory in a seventh seat, by less than 100 votes.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-24/wa-liberals-claim-victory-in-seat-of-kalamunda/105086020
'Miracle' rescue for missing 6yo found clinging to tree in flash flood
The family of a boy with autism who went missing from a remote Kimberley community on the weekend have thanked everyone involved in his safe return after a community-wide search.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-24/missing-six-year-old-boy-rescued-wa-north-warmun/105088216
Ray Hadley gives evidence at Taipan inquiry over broadcast about crash
An inquiry into the deaths of four defence members in a helicopter crash off Queensland's coast has become heated, as an unlikely witness took the stand.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-24/qld-taipan-inquiry-ray-hadley-helicopter-crash/105089388