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‘No one knew what was happening’: new research shows how domestic violence harms young people’s schooling
One young woman told the study she could not do any homework at home because ‘it’s not a safe environment for me’.
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Is black mould really as bad for us as we think? A toxicologist explains
We still hear black mould in our homes described as toxic. But it’s the allergies and asthma they trigger we should be more worried about.
Published on: June 05, 2025 | Source:We tracked 13,000 giants of the ocean over 30 years, to uncover their hidden highways
Almost 400 scientists from around the world came together to understand the movements of large marine mammals, using 30 years of satellite tracking data.
Published on: June 05, 2025 | Source:Resident-to-resident aggression is common in nursing homes. Here’s how we can improve residents’ safety
An inquest is investigating the deaths of eight aged care residents at six facilities in 2021. All occurred after resident-to-resident aggression.
Published on: June 05, 2025 | Source:Friday essay: let’s rethink Australia’s national security – and focus on fairness and climate action, not blind fealty to the US
We do not have to weather whatever Trump’s America throws at us, hoping in vain for rare scraps of benevolence. There is another way, writes Emma Shortis.
Published on: June 05, 2025 | Source:‘Deadly’ sports diplomacy: why Australia’s Indigenous people must be a part of our sports strategy
First Nations games predate the Ancient Greek Olympics by tens of thousands of years – this history should be reflected in Australia’s sports diplomacy strategy.
Published on: June 05, 2025 | Source:Making it easier to build a granny flat makes sense – but it’s no solution to a housing crisis
Rule changes to allow larger granny flats follow a well-established pattern in New Zealand: modest reforms to address big and complicated problems.
Published on: June 05, 2025 | Source:‘We just sit here’: the broken men Australia’s offshore detention regime left behind in Papua New Guinea
Samad Abdul is among the last of more than 2,000 people who passed through the illegal system. Prevented from leaving PNG, he says his life is wasting awayAustralia news live: latest politics updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast“Manus is closed. Detention is over, but we are detained still. We are here still, people are suffering a lot still. Every day we get worse, we are dying a little...
Published on: June 05, 2025 | Source:Tasmania could go to an election just 16 months after its last one. What’s going on?
In spectacular political theatre that’s spanned two days, the parliament passed a vote of no confidence in Premier Jeremy Rockliff.
Published on: June 05, 2025 | Source:Grattan on Friday: Albanese will need some nuance in facing a female opposition leader
Albanese has been in Parliament for nearly 30 years, but with Australia’s first female opposition leader will have to find new footing.
Published on: June 05, 2025 | Source:Virgin Australia is coming back to the share market. Here’s what this new chapter could mean
The listing is a huge milestone for private equity firm Bain Capital, which acquired the airline in crisis five years ago.
Published on: June 05, 2025 | Source:Day of high drama in Tasmanian politics – as it happened
This blog is now closedLiberal premier Jeremy Rockliff to request Tasmania election after no-confidence voteGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastMore from Climate Change Authority chief Matt Kean yesterdayIn his speech at the Australian Museum, Matt Kean also briefly referred to the Climate Change Authority’s work advising the Albanese government on a 2035 emissions reduction target.Some political...
Published on: June 05, 2025 | Source:Lidia Thorpe urges Albanese to ‘do his homework’ as PM insists Dorinda Cox allegations have been ‘dealt with’
Independent senator – who made complaint about Cox – says Labor needs to take bullying allegations in the workplace seriouslyAustralia news live: latest politics updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastLidia Thorpe has urged Anthony Albanese to “do his homework” on bullying allegations against Greens turned Labor senator Dorinda Cox, claiming the prime minister was “wrong” to publicly declare...
Published on: June 05, 2025 | Source:Tasmanian parliament passes vote of no confidence in premier Jeremy Rockliff – video
The Tasmanian parliament’s lower house has passed a vote of no confidence in the Liberal leader. The motion – moved by the Labor leader, Dean Winter – was backed by the Greens and three other crossbenchers. The speaker, Labor’s Michelle O’Byrne, gave a casting vote to pass the motion 18-17Liberal premier Jeremy Rockliff expected to push for early Tasmania election after losing no-confidence vote Continue reading...
Published on: June 05, 2025 | Source:Ten Tasmanian devil joeys discovered during pouch check of endangered marsupials – video
Researchers at Aussie Ark have found 10 Tasmanian devil joeys during the first pouch check of the endangered marsupial's 2025 breeding season, which runs from February to June each year. Continue reading...
Published on: June 05, 2025 | Source:The Top End’s tropical savannas are a natural wonder – but weak environment laws mean their future is uncertain
A new report reveals the perilous state of nature in the Top End of the Northern Territory. Here’s how to arrest the decline of threatened species and habitat.
Published on: June 05, 2025 | Source:The Potter Museum of Art relaunches with the outstanding 65,000 Years, a Short History of Australian Art
The re-opening of the Potter Museum of Art is an art event of major proportions – with the architectural clout to match.
Published on: June 05, 2025 | Source:GPs asking men about their behaviour in relationships could help reduce domestic violence
GPs can engage men who are at risk of perpetrating family violence – and prevent them harming their families. Here’s how.
Published on: June 05, 2025 | Source:Victorian principals will soon be able to expel students for out-of-school behaviour – is this a good idea?
New rules prompt schools to respond to harmful behaviour after hours. This makes them responsible for students after the bell and beyond.
Published on: June 05, 2025 | Source:Jack Ball wins the Ramsay Art Prize among a who’s who of Australian young contemporary artists
The A$100,000 prize, awarded every two years, is open to artists under 40. The 22 artists on display point to a vibrant contemporary art scene.
Published on: June 05, 2025 | Source:AFP should take over NT police investigation into Kumanjayi White’s death, Labor MP says
Marion Scrymgour says Aboriginal people have been ‘shaken’ by revelations of inquest into Yuendumu shooting of Kumanjayi WalkerWarning: This article contains racist language and names of Indigenous Australians who have diedAn Albanese government MP based in Alice Springs has called for Australian federal police to take over the criminal investigation into the death of Kumanjayi White, an Aboriginal man who died last...
Published on: June 05, 2025 | Source:Moderate Liberals say the party has a choice – be a far-right rump run by octogenarians or move to the centre | Anne Davies
Alan Stockdale’s comments about ‘assertive women’ have thrust the battle for control of the NSW division back into the spotlight – and it’s not pretty viewingGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe latest extraordinary chapter in the saga involving the NSW division of the Liberal party underscores how much work they have to do before again being considered a viable alternative government.With the...
Published on: June 05, 2025 | Source:Final counting shows polls understated Labor in 2025 election almost as much as they overstated it in 2019
The polls told us that Labor had recovered to an election-winning position, but they understated the magnitude of that win.
Published on: June 05, 2025 | Source:Resignation of PM’s press secretary highlights gaps in NZ law on covert recording and harassment
Criminal law struggles to keep up with predatory uses of the technology for ‘image-based sexual abuse’. It’s time to step back and build future-proof protections.
Published on: June 05, 2025 | Source:Escape to space with the ultra-rich, or live frugally amid eco-disaster? Jennifer Mills imagines a divided near future
Salvage is a heartbreaking, life-affirming Australian dystopia that centres human connection – as the rich search for ways to escape and the poor salvage what they can.
Published on: June 05, 2025 | Source:Local solution to Closing the Gap – council takes pioneering new approach to Indigenous disadvantage
Tamworth Council is the first to sign a Close the Gap agreement with local Aboriginal groups. Could it be a template for other regional areas to follow?
Published on: June 05, 2025 | Source:The pursuit of eternal youth goes back centuries. Modern cosmetic surgery is turning it into a reality – for rich people
Kris Jenner’s ‘new’ face sparked myriad headlines about how she can look so good at 69. It’s the latest iteration of our obsession with people who appear ageless.
Published on: June 05, 2025 | Source:One year ago, Australia scrapped a key equity in STEM program. Where are we now?
Science, technology, engineering and maths are still not an equal playing field for all. Here’s what needs to change.
Published on: June 05, 2025 | Source:Run It Straight shows that 'bodies are disposable, pain is performative'
As this trend spreads, concerns are growing about the risks of brain injuries and the intense pressure on young men to prove themselves.
Published on: June 05, 2025 | Source:Musk vs Republicans leaves Trump to wonder if he's created a monster
The anger with Donald Trump's "big, beautiful bill" is taking many creative forms of Elon Musk's X account. It's a different story on Trump's Truth Social.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Live: Erin Patterson to continue to give evidence in murder trial
Accused killer Erin Patterson faces more questions on the witness stand at her triple-murder trial. She's accused of killing three relatives by serving them a meal that contained death cap mushrooms. Follow the trial live.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Live: Tasmanian premier's future set to be decided
A no-confidence motion in Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff is threatening his political future as leader of the minority Liberal government. Follow live.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Liberal Party weighing up legal challenge in Sydney seat after 26-vote loss
Still not conceding defeat, the Liberal Party is weighing up whether to challenge Gisele Kapterian's narrow loss in Bradfield in court.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Major aged care provider to cut more jobs ahead of government reforms
Blue Care says the impact of aged care reform means some roles are no longer viable or required as it makes job cuts aimed at "operational sustainability".
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Djokovic to face Sinner in blockbuster French Open clash
Three-time champion Novak Djokovic keeps up his quest for a record-breaking 25th major singles title, advancing to the French Open semifinals where he will face top seed Jannik Sinner.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source: