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Thereโs a new ban on vaping in childcare centres, but what else do we need to keep kids safe?
Education Minister Jason Clare has announced new rules to improve childcare safety. Next week, state and federal ministers will consider what else they can do.
Published on: June 17, 2025 | Source:
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Regime change wouldnโt likely bring democracy to Iran. A more threatening force could fill the vacuum
Israel has made clear its desire for regime change in Iran. But if the supreme leader is toppled, the next government would not likely be any friendlier to the West.
Published on: June 17, 2025 | Source:Donald Trump leaving G7 summit early, snubbing planned meeting with Anthony Albanese
Liberal senator called PMโs failure to meet with US president an โabject failureโAustralia news live: latest politics updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastDonald Trump is leaving the G7 summit in Canada a day early, skipping meetings with leaders including Anthony Albanese as he returns to Washington amid escalating war in the Middle East.The White House press secretary, Karoline Leavitt,...
Published on: June 17, 2025 | Source:Building our way out of social housing unaffordability may no longer be possible | Hal Pawson
Australia is still spending nowhere near enough to decisively reverse decades of neglect. Winding down tax breaks might be the answerGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastFew would deny that social and affordable housing is in short supply in Australia. The โsocialโ part of this refers to homes rented out by public housing departments and not-for-profit community housing providers to very...
Published on: June 17, 2025 | Source:Why is there so much concern over Iranโs nuclear program? And where could it go from here?
The latest attacks have come amid growing concern over Iranโs nuclear program, prompting questions over what this means for the global non-proliferation regime.
Published on: June 17, 2025 | Source:Jim Chalmers faces โcaptainโs callโ over Abu Dhabi bid for Australian oil and gas giant Santos
Board expresses support for offer but deal depends on regulatory approvals and treasurerโs tick-offAustralia news live: latest politics updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastJim Chalmers may need to make a โcaptainโs callโ on whether to approve the takeover of the Australian oil and gas giant Santos by the investment arm of an Abu Dhabi state-owned entity, according to analysts, amid...
Published on: June 17, 2025 | Source:The Middle East is a major flight hub. How do airlines keep passengers safe during conflict?
Keeping passengers safe is airlinesโ highest priority. But rerouting flights to avoid conflict zones can create disruptions and increase operating costs.
Published on: June 17, 2025 | Source:Dopamine can make it hard to put down our phone or abandon the online shopping cart. Hereโs why
Dopamine is most known for its role in short-term pleasure.
Published on: June 17, 2025 | Source:Cape York deserves World Heritage status โ and Queensland may need it to become a global leader in tourism
The Queensland government has halted a World Heritage nomination bid put forth by Labor last year. Itโs next steps could greatly impact the capeโs future.
Published on: June 17, 2025 | Source:Colonisation cleared 95% of these woodlands โ Indigenous cultural burning is bringing it back
New research shows how Western science can support cultural burning to deliver benefits across cultures โ as well as for nature.
Published on: June 17, 2025 | Source:In view of Trumpโs review of AUKUS, should Australia cancel the subs deal? We asked 5 experts
A โblueprintโ for defence cooperation or an โaffrontโ to Australian sovereignty? Expert opinion is mixed on the benefits and risks of AUKUS.
Published on: June 17, 2025 | Source:Judy Davis gives a singularly vivid performance in The Spare Room โ but the play falls short
In Belvoirโs new adaptation of The Spare Room, Judy Davis lights up the stage. But the production does not match Davisโ star performance.
Published on: June 17, 2025 | Source:Australians in the bush want tougher penalties on crime. Hereโs why โ and whatโs needed now
As political debate over law and order grows, leaders must address the divide in how city and country Australians view crime and punishment.
Published on: June 17, 2025 | Source:What is โcognitive shufflingโ and does it really help you get to sleep? Two sleep scientists explain
Is there any science behind this TikTok trend? Cognitive shuffling attempts to mimic the thinking patterns good sleepers typically have before drifting off.
Published on: June 17, 2025 | Source:New research shows Australians see influencers as major sources of misinformation
The latest Digital News Report shows Australians are still avoiding traditional media, but are highly sceptical of social media players.
Published on: June 17, 2025 | Source:Australia news live: Trump leaving G7 summit early, dashing Albaneseโs hopes for meeting on Aukus and tariffs
Follow todayโs news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastSouth Australia says support for Santos takeover bid will be contingent on โthe stateโs best interestโSantos, Australiaโs second-largest gas producer, has early backing from its board for a $30bn takeover bid by a consortium led by the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company. Shares in the oil and gas giant have soared on the news, but the deal...
Published on: June 17, 2025 | Source:Why does my phone sometimes not ring when people call? A communications expert explains
If your phone frequently doesnโt ring, there are a few steps you can take to solve the problem.
Published on: June 16, 2025 | Source:Donald Trump leaving G7 meeting early, snubbing planned meeting with Anthony Albanese
Trumpโs press secretary announces early departure โbecause of whatโs going on in the Middle EastโAustralia news live: latest politics updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastDonald Trumpโs press secretary has confirmed he will leave the G7 summit in Canada a day early, snubbing leaders including Anthony Albanese before planned talks.White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said the...
Published on: June 16, 2025 | Source:Gulf ghost net patrols fear tide turning in fight to save remote beaches
It's rubbish season in northern Australia, when tonnes of plastic and discarded fishing nets wash ashore in the Gulf of Carpentaria. But the future of funding for clean-up patrols is unclear.
Published on: June 16, 2025 | Source:Breaking: Tasmanian police officer shot dead named as 'respected' constable
Tasmania's police commissioner names the officer fatally shot on Monday while on duty as Constable Keith Anthony Smith, a 25-year veteran of the police service.
Published on: June 16, 2025 | Source:Wetland restoration is seen as sunk cost โ but new research shows why it should be considered an investment
Traditional cost-benefit analyses treat wetland restoration as a one-off expense with fixed returns. New research shows this misses long-term climate and biodiversity benefits.
Published on: June 16, 2025 | Source:Vet finds seven greyhounds from same kennel dehydrated before race
An animal welfare group says greyhound racing is riddled with systemic failures as the industry body investigates a case of seven dehydrated dogs.
Published on: June 16, 2025 | Source:The villain of this Gold Coast-set thriller is 'like the dark side of Steve Irwin'
The Australian director of Dangerous Animals always loved Jaws, but felt like the animals were hard done by. In his new Gold Coast-set shark thriller, they're not the bad guys.
Published on: June 16, 2025 | Source:Pilbara pastoralist says farmers need to 'fly the flag' with unified lobby
Forming a united food producers lobby group "won't be a cheap exercise" but it is necessary to achieve results, those behind the fresh push say.
Published on: June 16, 2025 | Source:'Weak' Maroons tactic leaves Blues enforcer unconcerned ahead of Origin II
Blues enforcer Payne Haas says Queensland's tactic of avoiding kicking to Spencer Leniu is one that has left him unfazed ahead of Origin II.
Published on: June 16, 2025 | Source:Accused Minnesota assassin stalked homes of two other Democrats, prosecutors say
The man charged with killing one Minnesota politician and wounding another visited the homes of other Democrats on his alleged hit list, according to prosecutors.
Published on: June 16, 2025 | Source:After 50 years this Queensland-designed steam train is back on the rails
The BB18 1/4 1037 steam locomotive, now named Peter Ford, is on the rails again after more than 25 years of volunteer restoration work in Mackay and Toowoomba.
Published on: June 16, 2025 | Source:Criminals who 'post and boast' to face two extra years in jail in Victoria
A bill will be introduced to state parliament today to increase the jail time for criminals who post about their offences on social media.
Published on: June 16, 2025 | Source:Fresh legal challenge launched against Woodside's North West Shelf extension
Yet another legal challenge has been lodged against a contentious gas plant extension in WA's north, arguing the state's previous environment minister failed to properly consider the emissions produced by customers burning gas produced at the plant.
Published on: June 16, 2025 | Source:Break-in suspect facing murder charge after body found, police say
A 30-year-old woman arrested and hospitalised following a break-in in Adelaide's east is expected to be charged with the murder of a 65-year-old man whose body was found at a nearby unit, police say.
Published on: June 16, 2025 | Source:Morning glory in the outback shining on for Indigenous tourism boom
Battling disaster after disaster, outback Queensland has been doing it tough. But one Indigenous tourism business in the Gulf is more determined than ever to showcase its country.
Published on: June 16, 2025 | Source:Live: Global stocks rise despite Middle East conflict
US stocks regained ground on Wall Street overnight and ASX futures indicate the local market could follow. Oil prices gave up some of their recent gains. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog.
Published on: June 16, 2025 | Source:Tip shop makes change after parents upset at 'unfair' prices for specialist items
When Bridget Lockley and her partner saw their local tip shop selling a bike for children with special needs, what could have been an opportunity instead left them outraged.
Published on: June 16, 2025 | Source:Aussie loses at Queens after having just hours to prepare for clash with Danish star
Chris O'Connell and Alex Bolt are both sent packing at Queens, with O'Connell losing to Holger Rune after having mere hours to prepare.
Published on: June 16, 2025 | Source:Permanent pill testing site announced for Fitzroy
The Victorian government has announced the location of the state's first permanent pill testing centre.
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