How long does potted citrus take to fruit? Much longer than you think
Growing citrus trees in pots is an easy way to start a homegrown orchard, whether you're renting or looking to add some colour to a courtyard or balcony.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04-05/how-long-does-potted-citrus-take-to-fruit/105074728
Super Netball could grow its status by investing in player merch
The Australian netball league is excited to have lured New Zealand import Grace Nweke across the ditch, but the sport is missing an opportunity to raise its profile and commercial status without individual player merchandise to sell.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04-04/player-merch-not-available-in-super-netball/105138140
This tiny island has been slugged with Trump's tariffs. Its residents don't know why
Locals on tiny Norfolk Island have been left "scratching their heads" at the prospect of being slugged with tariffs by US President Donald Trump.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04-04/norfolk-island-donald-trump-tariffs-confusion/105136688
How the end of daylight saving could improve your sleep
Experts say the clocks turning back an hour this Sunday is good news for our sleep.
Rain threatens Myanmar rescue effort as earthquake death toll exceeds 3,000
As the number killed in the devastating earthquake continues to rise and rescue efforts continue, forecast rain threatens to further worsen a desperate situation in Myanmar.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04-04/myanmar-earthquake-kills-thousands-rain-forecast/105135910
'Brutal' and 'unfounded': Europe vows to retaliate against Trump's tariffs
The German government says Donald Trump "buckles under pressure" and would water down his trade war with the European Union if he's met by a unified response from the continent.
Head South is a love letter to New Zealand's post-punk scene
Partially an ode to the legendary Flying Nun Records, Head South is also a deeply personal coming-of-age story, inspired by its director's teen years.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04-03/head-south-new-zealand-benee-jonathan-ogilvie/105121162
How chef Brian Cole juggles late nights, stressful shifts and fatherhood
Brian Cole says his mother wanted him to become a doctor or a lawyer. He became a chef instead.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04-03/how-perth-chef-brian-cole-unwinds/105123866
WA premier says US tariffs will trigger 'double down' on local manufacturing
Roger Cook says sweeping tariffs placed on all foreign imports into the US are prompting the WA government to "double down" on its strategy to manufacture locally.
Trump is the ultimate crash-through politician. Are tariffs his brick wall?
Donald Trump says his Liberation Day trade tariff bonanza will bring in a "golden age" for America but the self-confidence and psychology behind them will be tested in coming months, Americas editor John Lyons writes.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04-03/trump-tariffs-roil-the-world-/105131244
Businessman accused of sexual assault loses 'unacceptable' bail relaxation bid
An Adelaide businessman accused of sexually assaulting nine women over two decades has been ordered to stand trial, and lost a request to have his home detention bail conditions relaxed.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04-03/solomon-farah-pleads-not-guilty-to-sexual-assaults/105133048
Can you solve the code on this new $1 coin?
The Mint has released a $1 coin for the centenary of the Royal Australian Corps of Signals, complete with a secret encoded message.
Live: Donald Trump to reveal size and scope of US tariffs
America's trading partners, financial markets, Australian exporters and political leaders are bracing for an announcement from the US President, who is due to speak at the White House this morning. Follow live.
'Do I eat or do I make art?' Australian artists among worst-paid workers
A new study of more than 900 Australian artists and arts workers has found poor working conditions and pay are widespread throughout the industry.
Where Trump’s tariffs could hit the hardest and where Australia stands
US President Donald Trump is set to unveil a new round of sweeping tariffs today. Here's which countries do the most trade with America, how they could be impacted and where Australia fits.
Rare white penguin found on SA beach in emaciated state
Little penguin Pearl is so rare she is first of her type seen by an academic who has been studying her species for a decade.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04-02/rare-leucistic-little-penguin-found-sa-beach/105127966
Australian who lost leg in battle says he will fight for Ukraine again
Casey Gadaleta from Caboolture is "waiting to get back" to Ukraine, after losing a limb while fighting for the country's armed forces in February.
Australia wanted to make Meta and X pay. That might upset Donald Trump
Australia's News Media Bargaining Code has been name-checked in the annual US Foreign Trade Barriers report, making it a target for Donald Trump's looming "liberation day" tariffs.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04-02/media-bargaining-code-tariffs-trump/105124278
Is it better to pay extra money into your mortgage, super or elsewhere?
The best place to put any extra money will depend on a few things, including how well you sleep at night when you have debt.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04-02/best-option-extra-money-mortgage-super-investment/105107396
Breaking: Reserve Bank leaves interest rates on hold at April meeting
The RBA board has kept its cash rate target unchanged at 4.1 per cent this month, after delivering its first cut since November 2020 at its Feburary meeting.