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NZ is prepared to take ‘further action’ over the Gaza crisis – here are 5 options
A joint statement by NZ and 27 other countries opens a door for further action against Israel over Gaza. What domestic and international steps could be taken?
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Why the Australian Greens expelled their cofounder – podcast
Earlier this month the Greens officially terminated the membership of one of its founders. Drew Hutton, the expelled member, criticised the party as ‘authoritarian’, claiming it is silencing members who challenge its official policies on gender identity – but the party says it will not tolerate harmful commentary within its membership.Queensland state reporter Joe Hinchcliffe tells Nour Haydar why the Greens have...
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Albanese government to include YouTube in social media ban for under-16s
The Albanese government will include YouTube accounts in its ban on access to social media for those under the age of 16.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:View from The Hill: Albanese wants international cover before Australia recognises Palestine as a state
Albanese is not the first Labor Prime Minister to feel the heat over Palestine but now internal pressure is mounting for the government to go further.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Tim Wilson gives second first speech – as it happened
This blog is now closed‘Beyond comprehension’ for Israel to claim there is no starvation crisis in Gaza, PM saysGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastNationals net zero debate ‘total madness’: PocockWe can’t seem to stop talking about net zero in parliament, and independent senator (and known longtime climate action advocate) David Pocock says it’s “total madness” to see the path the Coalition is...
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:From futuristic design icon to environmental villain – the 80-year history of the plastic chair
Studying the evolution of the plastic chair provides unique insights into society’s shifting attitudes to plastic.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Air-dropping food into Gaza is a ‘smokescreen’ – this is what must be done to prevent mass starvation
States must exercise their full diplomatic leverage to pressure Israel to let aid in at the scale required to avert famine.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Minns government’s environmental integrity condemned as ‘nonexistent’ amid 40% surge in land clearing
Independent MP Jacqui Scruby says she saw ‘fresh koala scratchings on trees just metres from clear-felling’ in parts of proposed Great Koala national parkFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe Minns government has lost its way on environmental policy, according to the New South Wales opposition, the Greens and a member of the crossbench,...
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:The Greens’ expulsion of a co-founder is unlikely to jeopardise the party’s future
The expulsion of co-founder Drew Hutton shows transgender rights and safety are not negotiable for the party.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Sydney Writers Festival will program year-round, partnering with State Library of NSW. Is this ‘Sydney’s Wheeler Centre’?
Sydney’s new year-round program of literary events is budgeted at $1.5 million, creating over 300 paid opportunities for writers over 12 months.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Can a coalmining company reach net zero? | Fiona Katauskas
As long as it’s not too taxingSee more of Fiona Katauskas’s cartoons here Continue reading...
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Forget AI-generated music, this music was composed using DNA sequences
This researcher began writing DNA sequences to compose his own music. He hopes to inspire more people towards the space between STEM and the arts.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Albanese government substantially expands renewable energy scheme amid 2030 target concerns
Chris Bowen says Labor will increase size of its main climate and energy program by 25% to capitalise on falling cost of solar panels and batteriesFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe Australian government will substantially expand a renewable energy underwriting scheme as it aims to capitalise on the falling cost of solar panels and...
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:How real-time data can lead to better decisions on everything from NZ’s interest rates to business investment
New Zealanders have often been frustrated with crucial economic decisions being made using months’-old data. A new tool is starting to bridge that gap.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:A rare, direct warning from Japan signals a shift in the fight against child sex tourism in Asia
Japan’s warning wasn’t triggered by a government audit or diplomatic scandal. It came because a citizen saw concerning social media posts and decided to act.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Employers warn Labor’s push to lock in penalty rates is bad for business – but it’s not that simple
One in five Australians’ pay – especially for casuals, part-timers, women and younger workers – would be affected by Labor’s move on penalty rates and overtime.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:Coroner clears police, paramedics over Karratha pursuit death
A coroner finds Donald Ward's death following an abandoned police pursuit in Karratha in 2023 was an accident, with attending police and paramedics bearing no responsibility.
Published on: July 29, 2025 | Source:‘Are you joking, mate?’ AI doesn’t get sarcasm in non-American varieties of English
A new study shows large language models find it much harder to understand the nuances of Indian, British and Australian English.
Published on: July 28, 2025 | Source:Queensland premier says victims of crime down 5.7pc over six-month period
During last October's election campaign, Premier David Crisafulli promised to resign from the top job if there were not fewer victims of crime by the end the term.
Published on: July 28, 2025 | Source:The study giving robots to kids to encourage STEM careers
Researchers believe more students will chase a career in tech if they get hands-on experience at school. They are giving students coding classes, electronic tablets and remote cars to spark an interest in STEM.
Published on: July 28, 2025 | Source:100 years ago, a mind-bending idea was born that would prove Einstein wrong
When a German physicist returned from a health retreat 100 years ago, his ideas sparked a debate about reality, and gave rise to quantum mechanics — the "spooky" science of the very small.
Published on: July 28, 2025 | Source:England Euro 2025 hero reveals heartbreak that carried her through win
England goalkeeper Hannah Hampton — who played a key role in her team's Euro 2025 final win over Spain — pays tribute to her late grandfather.
Published on: July 28, 2025 | Source:Trump says he has not considered pardoning Epstein ally Maxwell
Ghislaine Maxwell's lawyer says she has not asked for anything from the US government in exchange for her new testimony about convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein but she would "welcome any relief".
Published on: July 28, 2025 | Source:Farmers call in air support after double-digit rainfall sweeps WA
Farmers in Western Australia's south-east are racing to fertilise their inundated fields, hoping the last week's heavy rain could set them up for harvest.
Published on: July 28, 2025 | Source:Wiebes wins chaotic sprint in Tour de France Femmes stage three
Lorena Wiebes prevails in a chaotic sprint to claim victory in the third stage of the Tour de France Femmes, with fellow Dutch rider Marianne Vos taking the overall lead.
Published on: July 28, 2025 | Source:Live: Australia responds to Trump's latest tariff threat
Australia will not change its position on US trade barriers despite US President Donald Trump threatening to double the baseline tariff. Follow live.
Published on: July 28, 2025 | Source:Live: European markets fall on EU-US trade deal, ASX set to slide
European stocks have ended lower and the ASX is set to follow as investors evaluate the tentative trade deal struck between the US and European Union. Follow the events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog.
Published on: July 28, 2025 | Source:Victoria has introduced the strongest form of native title. Here's how it works
Traditional owners in Victoria's north-west are the first in the state to be granted exclusive native title rights. But what does that mean and how will it work?
Published on: July 28, 2025 | Source:McKeown unfazed if she comes last at world titles
Five-time Olympic gold medallist Kaylee McKeown sets up a showdown with rival Regan Smith, while Australian teammate Alex Perkins climbs the podium in Singapore.
Published on: July 28, 2025 | Source:Morning Mail: Clare pledges childcare action, Harbour Bridge Gaza protest row grows, questions over Adani’s tax bill
Want to get this in your inbox every weekday? Sign up for the Morning Mail here, and finish your day with our Afternoon Update newsletterMorning everyone. The education minister, Jason Clare, has told Guardian Australia exclusively how he plans to use new powers as soon as possible to shake up the childcare sector after the shocking reports of abuse in Victoria and New South Wales.In other news, pro-Palestine...
Published on: July 28, 2025 | Source:Skipping a work break can cause us long-term harm
When the pressure is on, it's easy to skip a break to focus on work. But not taking breaks can quickly become a dangerous habit.
Published on: July 28, 2025 | Source:Councillor's push to drop 'quasi-religious' Acknowledgement of Country defeated
Councillor Louise Elliot's motion to move Acknowledgements of Country and Welcomes to Country practices out of formal council proceedings fails.
Published on: July 28, 2025 | Source:Homeowners take battle with the sea into their own hands
Property owners in the SA town of Pelican Point may be sceptical of predictions their town will be under water in 75 years but they are tired of waiting for authorities to act.
Published on: July 28, 2025 | Source:Child, 13, among 19 recent cases of self-harm in NT youth watch houses
Confidential Northern Territory police data shows there were nearly 20 cases of self-harm involving Indigenous teenagers in police station watch houses over a six-month period.
Published on: July 28, 2025 | Source:Victorian farmer says calves 'aren't used to' influx of rain
Welcome rain has brought smiles to farmers' faces and boosted water storages in Victoria.
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