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Man charged with Hamilton woman's murder
Police discovered the woman's body during a welfare check at a home on the Henty Highway in north Hamilton, 300 kilometres west of Melbourne, on Thursday.
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Colder nights behind vibrant colours of autumn leaves
Have you ever wondered why deciduous tree leaves transition through a rainbow of colours, instead of simply turning from vibrant green to dead brown?
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:How close can science bring us to the perfect beef breed?
When Angus cattle breeders set standards for meat quality almost 50 years ago, they started down the path to becoming one of the most dominant brands in beef. So is the next step perfection, or is it already as good as it gets?
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:What we know about alleged violent threats on SA school and events
An 18-year-old man was last week arrested and accused of threatening violent attacks on an SA school and public events, following what the premier described as the "probably the most complex and significant case" he had been briefed on. Here's a look at what we know.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Home favourite Paolini snaps 40-year drought with Italian Open triumph
Jasmine Paolini becomes the first Italian woman in 40 years to lift the trophy in Rome following a clinical straight-sets defeat of Coco Gauff.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Prisoners leave message telling guards escape was 'too easy'
Accused murderers are on the run after escaping prison with help from people on the inside, authorities say.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Can Australia make clothes again? The fashion council wants to find out
It has been decades since garment manufacturing flourished in Australia, but with rising pressures on the domestic fibre and fashion industry, a strategy is being developed to bring it back.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Prison cells unearthed below pool highlight Tasmania's convict past
Tiny cells unearthed below an old swimming pool in the Tasmanian town of Oatlands shine a light on the "miserable existence" endured by inmates who were once imprisoned at a colonial-era jail that stood on the site.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:There are trillions of them, and they're hard at work across Australia
Australia's native ants do an incredible amount of environmental and agricultural heavy lifting. Here are 10 of our mighty little workers.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Former SA Liberal staffer says she couldn't vote for Dutton-led party
Once a prospective SA Liberal candidate, Chelsey Potter says she feels disillusioned and "politically homeless" - and she's not alone.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:The sacked Aussie, the Italian fugitive and an F1 giant's Hail Mary
In the wild, wonderful and unpredictable world of Formula 1 racing, Alpine stand alone as the undisputed leader in chaos.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Crystal Palace seals historic FA Cup final win against Man City
Crystal Palace stuns Manchester City 1-0 in the FA Cup final to win the first major trophy of its 164-year history, thanks to a goal from local hero Eberechi Eze.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Farmers 'already pleased' with arid land rehabilitated with native seeds
Pastoralists in the far west of NSW are trialling new ways to manage arid landscapes by re-introducing native seeds to make the environment more rain-ready.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:'Did the best I could': Witnesses defend actions amid Bondi stabbing inquest
Multiple witnesses giving evidence at the coronial inquest into the April 2024 stabbing rampage have stressed the "benefit of hindsight" in revisiting their interactions with Joel Cauchi.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Aging residents who established mining towns struggle to stay
The pioneers who helped build Queensland's mining towns in the 1960s and 70s are reaching retirement, but aged care services remain thin on the ground.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Aussie Plapp rides solo to Giro d'Italia stage eight win
Luke Plapp triumphs in the latest stage of the Giro d'Italia, with a formidable solo effort on the 197-kilometre ride from Giulianova to Castelraimondo.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:'Unprecedented and alarming': Bird flu has morphed to wipe out seals
Australia is surrounded by the deadly H5N1 strain of bird flu. And it is morphing as sea animals and birds bring it ever closer to these shores.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Jason Roberts faces robbery lawsuit weeks after settling wrongful conviction
A Melbourne man wrongfully convicted of the notorious murders of two police officers β for which he last month secured a multi-million-dollar settlement β is now being sued over his role in an armed robbery.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Queensland still making its mark in Canberra despite Dutton's exit
A maroon footy kicked around Government House is one way to announce Queensland's presence in Canberra, writes Claudia Williams.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:How AI could soon be built into your bank card β and spend your money
Visa and Mastercard want to give artificial intelligence bots more control of Australians' bank cards, in a technological advancement they say could "revolutionise" shopping.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Albanese to meet Zelenskyy amid moves to secure release of Jenkins
As the government intensifies its efforts to free Australian man Oscar Jenkins from a Russian jail, Anthony Albanese is expected to meet Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Rome.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Piastri maintains his cool to take pole ahead of Verstappen at Imola
F1 championship leader Oscar Piastri keeps calm under pressure to put McLaren on pole position for the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Paying for peace and solitude: campers worry changes to NSW national park fees will discourage visits
NSW national parks want to institute flat rates for low and high seasons. But many campers are troubled by the proposed pricing structure changeGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAfter heβs got the fire at his campsite roaring, Andre Laudams likes to sit down and look up.βGetting to see the stars at night is one of the best things about camping,β the Sydneysider says. In the city, he is used to...
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Anthony Albanese has an opportunity to build a legacy of real reform. Will he take it? | Julianne Schultz
With overwhelming support from the Australian people, the enormity of this moment should not be underestimatedGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastIn a dramatic departure from normal practice, Mr Crisis and Ms Opportunity have arrived arm-in-arm at the Australian front door. Usually β remember the pandemic β Mr Crisis arrives unexpectedly and noisily and leaves Ms Opportunity sitting in the car...
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Ted OβBrien says Liberals need to reflect βmodern Australiaβ with more women in party
New deputy leader also signals he will be part of energy debate but stops short of saying whether nuclear reactors should remain policyGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastTed OβBrien says the Liberal party needs to expand to better reflect modern Australia, pledging to recruit more women and young people to help shape policy and stand for parliament.As the Coalition begins the long road back from...
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:If you get lost in rugged bush, these are the SES searchers whoβll be sent to track you. Just donβt call them elite
When a missing person strays into βtiger countryβ, the call goes out to the volunteers from the NSW State Emergency Serviceβs specialist BSAR unitA few months ago a man was liloing down the Wollangambe River, a few hours north-west of Sydney, when he slipped and broke his leg.Clinging to a riverbank and unable to climb to safety, the man happened upon some incredibly good luck. Or rather, the luck chanced upon him....
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:A bridge too far: Brisbane grapples with the multimillion-dollar cost of revitalising an icon
Cash-strapped council may seek to raise funds from rate-payers, state and federal governments, or road users to fix 85-year-old Story Bridge Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastWhen the ribbon was cut on Brisbaneβs Story Bridge on 6 July 1940 it was not an auspicious time to open a new bridge.Five days earlier, the infamous Tacoma Narrows Bridge had opened in Washington State.Sign up for Guardian...
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Sussan Leyβs mother dies days after pair share moment that she will forever βtreasureβ
Liberal party leader says her mother taught her the values of resilience, self-reliance and persistence, and she will βfeel this loss deeplyβSussan Leyβs mother has died days after her daughter became the first woman to lead the federal Liberal party.Ley paid tribute to her mother in a statement on her Facebook page on Saturday.Sign up for Guardian Australiaβs breaking news email Continue reading...
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Attacks on Australiaβs preferential voting system are ludicrous. We can be proud of it | Kevin Bonham
Itβs been argued the election would have had a different outcome with first-past-the-post voting. I cannot overstate how unsound this assumption isGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe Coalitionβs lopsided defeat in the 2025 federal election has been followed by a new round of attacks on preferential voting. No longer do anti-preferencing campaigners have the excuse that Labor βlostβ the...
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Police investigating after woman's suspicious death west of Brisbane
Two men, who both knew the woman, are helping police with their investigation.
Published on: May 16, 2025 | Source:Steph Gilmore plans 'revenge' after WSL Gold Coast Pro comeback loss
The eight-time world champion has all but confirmed we'll be seeing her back in competition next year following her quarter-final finish at the Gold Coast Pro.
Published on: May 16, 2025 | Source:Trump's Middle East tour showed the 'art of the deal' at its best and worst
Donald Trump's latest trip to the Middle East has revealed the US president's agenda for this often-troubled region.
Published on: May 16, 2025 | Source:Your pocket guide to the 2025 Eurovision grand final
The international spectacle that is the Eurovision Song Contest is wrapping up this weekend. Here's how to catch the grand final.
Published on: May 16, 2025 | Source:'Anything but that': Business leader begs Coalition not to reopen climate wars
Innes Willox says another net zero debate would "hobble" the Australian economy and undermine investment decisions.
Published on: May 16, 2025 | Source:Two rowing teams attempt world records crossing Indian Ocean
Two row boats have begun the journey from WA's north-west coast to Africa, in what crew members say is the ultimate physical and mental challenge.
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