Breaking: Teal independent wins ultra-tight blue-ribbon Sydney seat after recount
Independent Nicolette Boele has won the Sydney electorate of Bradfield, after a protracted count and full recount in the seat.
The first film from Succession's creator is rage bait in movie form
While Jesse Armstrong gave the frequently abhorrent Roy family some nuance, the bumbling billionaire characters in his directorial debut are flat as a pancake.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06-04/mountainhead-review-jesse-armstrong-succession/105374190
'Completely wrong': Mitchell rejects claims Hawthorn was dishonest about Sicily's injury
After swiping at what he called a "storm in a tea cup" last week, Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell is forced to backtrack on his comments regarding his captain's injury.
Police suspend search for Pheobe Bishop after three weeks missing
Police say they are no longer conducting "physical searches" for the 17-year-old, but they are investigating several lines of enquiry.
Breaking: Australia's economic growth slows more than expected
Australia's economy grew by 0.2 per cent in the March quarter, and 1.3 per cent through the year, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06-04/march-quarter-gdp-2025-australia/105374368
World Cup hero 'on the radar' for Matildas recall
New Matildas coach Joe Montemurro will start contacting players ahead of his first matches in charge, including one of the faces of the 2023 Women's World Cup.
Farmhand's camera captures rural Australian stories
Homeschooled and growing up on a farm, Ellie Morris hopes photography skills honed since she was a child will help people see the beauty rural Australia has to offer.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06-04/ellie-morris-photography-perenjori/105371112
Live: No-confidence motion in Tasmania's premier
A no-confidence motion in Tasmanian premier Jeremy Rockliff appears set to succeed. Follow the coverage live.
Colorado fire-bomb suspect's family being held for deportation
Federal agents are investigating "to what extent" Mohamed Sabry Soliman's family knew about the attack, and if they provided any support.
'Everyone needs joy': Gala celebrates women affected by domestic and family abuse
An event, designed to create a space of connection and celebration, has been held in Greater Hobart for women with lived experience of domestic and family abuse.
Live: Erin Patterson to face more questions in triple-murder trial
Erin Patterson will give evidence for a third day in her triple-murder trial in Morwell. She's accused of murdering three relatives by serving them a meal that contained poisonous mushrooms. Follow the trial live.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06-04/blog-erin-patterson-trial-wednesday-june-4/105374160
This internationally award-winning Australian film has no script
Fwends is a uniquely Australian story that follows two 20-somethings who travel interstate to revive their long-distance friendship.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06-04/fwends-sophie-somerville-sydney-film-festival/105366812
After 67 years of patrols, long-serving lifesaver hangs up the cap
Col Laing became a surf lifesaver in 1958 and went on to found a club at a hotspot for rescues, but is now ready to leave North Entrance beach patrols to the younger generations.
Breaking: RAMS sued over allegations of dodgy home loans
ASIC has accused the now-defunct Westpac brand of breaching its obligations under credit laws and engaging in "widespread unlicensed conduct" between June 2019 and April 2023.
Tasmanian MPs set to receive a pay rise, but they remain the lowest-paid
The Tasmanian Industrial Commission has determined a $30,000 increase to the base salary of state politicians, which will take effect from July — unless MPs vote against it.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06-04/pay-rise-tasmanian-politicians/105371566
'It's fake: How police busted illegal tobacco, drugs ring
Police allege the audacious plan to smuggle almost half a tonne of drugs and 20 million illegal cigarettes was masterminded by a cleanskin western Sydney man with no criminal record.
When is the King's Birthday public holiday? Depends on where you live
Many Australians have a long weekend coming up thanks to the King's Birthday public holiday on Monday.
Liberal Lee Jae-myung projected to win South Korea's snap presidential election
The election comes after six months of turmoil sparked by a shock martial law briefly imposed by former leader Yoon Suk Yeol.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06-03/lee-jae-myung-wins-south-korean-election/105373314
At least 27 Palestinians killed near Gaza aid site, health authorities say
The Israeli military said its forces had opened fire on a group of people who had left designated routes near the US and Israeli backed food distribution site.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06-03/at-least-27-palestinians-killed-near-gaza-aid-site/105372844
NT leader rejects 'uneducated' calls for external death in custody inquiry
Northern Territory Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro has ruled out an independent investigation into the death in custody of an Aboriginal man in Alice Springs last week.
Paid CFA firefighters start work bans after failed pay negotiations
Firefighting operations will be disrupted across regional Victoria as CFA union members take industrial action after six months of stalled pay talks.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06-03/cfa-protest-pay-rise-victoria-firefighters-union/105356960
Coroner to investigate death of mother charged with murdering 3yo daughter
The 32-year-old was awaiting trial at Brisbane Women's Correctional Centre after being charged with the murder of her daughter, three-year-old Sophia Rose.
E-scooter rider accused of drunken crash denied bail as man fights for life
A 24-year-old woman visiting Western Australia faces court in Perth and is remanded in custody after allegedly critically injuring a man in an e-scooter crash over the weekend.
Queensland eyes eco-tourism boom with ambitious 20-year plan
From rejuvenating the Great Barrier Reef islands to launching 45 new eco-tourism experiences, a bold strategy will position Queensland as a green travel destination - but the price tag remains unclear.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06-02/queensland-government-unveils-news-tourism-plan/105365352
Overwhelmed domestic violence services fight for funding despite budget boost
The NSW government announced this month's budget would fund more resources to support victim-survivors navigating the justice system.
Farmers restore nature to help river smashed by agriculture and drought
Authorities say farmers revegetating the banks of the Hopkins River is crucial to saving the key south-west Victorian catchment, which is grappling with the impacts of climate change, drought and intensive agriculture.
Lambie tells of surprise at Labor's federal election comeback
In her first interview since the election, Jacqui Lambie has told of her surprise at Labor's electoral turnaround, her flagging health, and her determination to keep Tasmanian issues on the national stage.
'Stain on this nation.' Exhibition calls out Indigenous incarceration rates
The over-representation of Indigenous people in Australia's jails is at the centre of a new and powerful art exhibition at Melbourne's Heide Museum of Modern Art. It's curator says it's a "call to action".
One of Queensland's biggest power generators back online after explosion
One of Queensland's biggest coal-fired power generators is operational again after it was forced offline in April following another explosion.
22yo woman dies in Darwin hospital after alleged domestic violence attack
A 22-year-old woman has died at Royal Darwin Hospital 10 days after an alleged domestic violence attack. A man has been charged as police continue to investigate.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06-02/nt-woman-dies-following-domestic-violence-incident/105365032
Live: More witnesses testify in Erin Patterson murder trial
Erin Patterson's triple murder trial continues in Morwell. She's charged with three counts of murder over the deaths of three relatives who died from after eating a meal she prepared containing death cap mushrooms. Follow the trial live.
How Ukraine pulled off its 'extremely complex' drone attack on Russia
Ukraine's security services says they have destroyed 34 per cent of Russia's air missile carriers with a bold drone attack. Here's what we know.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06-02/ukraine-drone-attack-on-russian-air-bases-explained/105364708
Drivers slam 'astronomical delay' of WA road duplication project
Work on a 17 kilometre stretch of road in Western Australia's South West is still going, five years after it began.
Three men hospitalised after stabbing in Adelaide hotel
Police are investigating a stabbing at a CBD hotel in the early hours of Monday morning, where three men, believed to be known to each other, have been hospitalised with stab wounds.
'Basketball-sized' meteor lights up Sydney sky
The mysterious green flash ripped through the skies about 6pm last night.
Pope blesses the peloton as Brit claims historic Giro d'Italia victory
The peloton rides through the Vatican as Simon Yates finally claims the Giro d'Italia after years of close calls.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06-02/giro-ditalia-simon-yates-wins-2025-event/105364902
Life-changing cataract surgery restores eyesight to hunt again
In the Top End, cataracts often go untreated for years, becoming dense and leathery. A roving surgery team is tackling the backlog and restoring sight to remote Indigenous patients.
Alcaraz applauded for sportsmanship after handing Shelton a point
Carlos Alcaraz hands a point to opponent Ben Shelton after admitting his hands came off his racquet during a rally.
Crowds attend Sydney vigil for young Warlpiri man's death in custody
The 24-year-old Yuendumu man died last week after being restrained by police officers on a supermarket floor following an altercation.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06-01/sydney-yuendumu-vigil/105363244
Darwin's 'melting pot' key to success for award-winning music producer
Since first picking up a guitar as a teenager, James Mangohig has gone on to collaborate with stars like Jessica Mauboy and win an ARIA award with fellow Northern Territory artist Emily Wurramara.
Live: Fyfe back for Freo for vital clash with Suns on the Coast
The Dockers travel to the Gold Coast looking to break into the top eight with a win over the high-flying Suns, before GWS hosts Richmond and the struggling Swans have a must-win game against the Crows. Follow all the action in our live blog.
Gangland figure, lawyer critical after shooting at traffic lights
Two men are fighting for life after the third shooting in a fortnight linked to simmering underworld tensions in Sydney.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-05-26/lawyer-and-alameddine-associate-shot-in-granville/105335558
Breaking: Police respond to incident at Melbourne shopping centre
Police are responding to an incident unfolding at Northland Shopping Centre in Melbourne's north.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-05-25/northland-shopping-centre-incident/105334604
Supermarkets face disruptions as NSW flood recovery begins
Power is returning and some roads are reopening, but food supplies remain tight in parts of flood-hit NSW.
Bulldogs coach Beveridge tight-lipped about Cornes 'confrontation'
Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge's tense relationship with commentator Kane Cornes reaches a flashpoint in a heated exchange at Kardinia Park.
Djokovic secures first win on clay in 2025, chasing 100th tour title
Novak Djokovic secures his first clay court victory of the 2025 season as the 24-time grand slam champion eases into the Geneva Open quarterfinals.
Risk grows for WA's dugongs as marine heatwave continues
Dugongs in the Exmouth Gulf may be forced to range out for greener pastures, as the ongoing marine heatwave smashes critical seagrass habitats.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-05-19/dugongs-at-risk-from-wa-marine-heatwave/105052588
Smugglers selling kava for $1,000 a kilo in remote Aboriginal communities
Kava smuggling into the Northern Territory's remote Indigenous communities is on the rise, with local leaders fearing the black market price of the drink is draining family finances and fuelling social problems.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-05-13/kava-smuggling-bust-northern-territory-arnhem-land/105275152
Accused cancer scammer has sentence delayed, wants to pay money back
A Perth boxer who falsely claimed she had cancer to solicit more than $37,000 in donations does not know how to pay the money back, a Perth court hears.
'Deep dissatisfaction' drives Bendigo's heavy swing against Labor
Labor MP Lisa Chesters has won a fifth term as member for Bendigo but has lost the seat's safe status.
Gen Z comedian Sez brought in a millennial to un-spiral her show
You may not know her name, but with more than 7 million likes on TikTok, you have almost definitely seen Sez's face on your phone.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-05-07/chit-chat-sez-comedian/105263302
'Let's move beyond it': Bulldogs' Beveridge not focusing on Ugle-Hagan
Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge won't buy into speculation Jamarra Ugle-Hagan might not be seen at AFL level again after the forward took leave from the club.
Socceroos suffer injury blow ahead of crucial World Cup qualifiers
Jackson Irvine has confirmed he will miss the Socceroos' final two World Cup qualifiers to undergo foot surgery.
Video shows boat flipping at 322kph while trying to break speed record
Two people survive a high-speed boat crash after it flips into the air and nosedives into the water at an annual race in the US.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04-30/speedboat-flips-at-322kph-in-arizona/105232208