Australian adoptees call for inquiry in wake of Korean adoptions scandal
After a scathing report into South Korea's decades-long baby export program, Australians have launched a petition urging the federal government to investigate the adoptions of about 3,600 children since 1978.
Barwon Prison inmates evacuated and staff hospitalised following gas leak
Inmates and staff have been evacuated from an area in the maximum security Barwon Prison following a suspected carbon monoxide leak.
Replacement Liberal candidate a director of 'misleading' pro-gas group
The Liberal Party's replacement for its dumped candidate in the NSW seat of Whitlam is a director of a pro-gas group accused of misleading voters ahead of next month's federal election.
Panthers look to end losing streak by turning smalls wins into big victories
With Penrith looking to avoid a fifth-straight loss on Thursday night, the four-time defending premiers will try to rediscover their best form in their upcoming clash with the Dolphins.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04-08/penrith-panthers-losing-four-games-dolphins-nrl/105151074
From 'keep calm' to 'nuclear option', here's how countries are responding to US tariffs
Donald Trump's near-universal tariffs have world leaders scrambling to figure out how best to secure a deal with the US, with White House aides saying the president is open to striking "great deals".
Live: Politicians discuss Trump-proofing Australia's fragile economy on Q+A
Tonight Q+A journeys to Casula in Sydney’s outer south-west where solutions on transport, housing, health, education and Trump-proofing Australia’s fragile economy will all be discussed.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04-07/q-a-live-blog-april-7-cost-of-living-trump-tariffs/105146090
Outback bakers struggle to make a profit in face of rising costs
Alice Springs bakery owners say they were down $14,000 last year after increases to freight and ingredients costs were compounded by staffing issues.
Coalition commits $840m to get trucks off major SA freeway
The opposition leader has promised to pour more money into a freight bypass estimated to divert trucks from metropolitan Adelaide.
Man accused of Brisbane stabbing murder remanded in custody
A 22-year-old man charged over an alleged stabbing murder of a 39-year-old man in Brisbane's inner north on Sunday has been remanded in custody after a court hearing.
Senior NSW police officer suspected Dural caravan was 'manipulation of the justice system'
The NSW Deputy Police Commissioner has told an inquiry he expressed his suspicions that an explosives-laden caravan was not a legitimate terrorism plot against a Sydney synagogue from the very beginning.
How IVF debt can add to the grief of being childless not by choice
Any debt linked to fertility treatment can be a painful reminder for childless people that life didn't go as they planned. And it's often not just financial debt they are left with, either.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04-07/dealing-with-ivf-debt-when-you-re-childless/105018638
WA's oldest surviving WWII prisoner of war dies aged 106
Arthur Leggett, Western Australia's oldest surviving World War II army prisoner of war who fought against the Italian army in Libya in the battles of Bardia and Tobruk, dies in Perth.
Missing mum confirmed dead after human remains discovered
Forensic testing has confirmed that human remains found in south-west Queensland belonged to missing mum Tayla Spies.
Kath felt lost after losing her leg, but meeting other amputees helped
When Kath Tanner's leg was amputated after a bus crash in London she felt "frustrated" by a lack of information. Now she's helping others navigate the difficult process.
Banana growers scramble to rescue cyclone-damaged fruit
An estimated 1.6 million kilograms of bananas have been damaged or destroyed in NSW because of ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
Man sailing around the world in boat he built in his driveway
Dan Turner is ticking off a childhood "bucket list" dream as he races around the world in a boat he built during COVID lockdowns.
'Hang tough': Trump's initial 10 per cent tariff takes effect
Donald Trump's 10 per cent "baseline" tariff has come into effect at US seaports, airports and customs warehouses, with some higher tariffs to begin next week.
Labor to pledge $2.3 billion to subsidise home batteries
The federal Labor Party is seeking to win over voters with a new energy pitch aimed at reducing the cost of living.
Coalition softens plan to force public servants back into office
Peter Dutton has partially walked back his party's plan to force federal public servants back into the office full time, now saying the edict will only apply to Canberra-based workers.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04-05/dutton-walks-back-public-service-wfh-plan/105141758
Glorious outback puppet show keeps Dreamtime stories alive
An entire community helps bring to life a giant puppet show, telling ancient stories of creation, in Western Australia's northernmost town.