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The unwritten code of healthcare is that doctors don’t strike. Until now | Ranjana Srivastava
Would you want to be treated by a hungry, distressed, sleep-deprived doctor? They need to be looked after – for their sake and oursThe night before public hospital doctors in Australia’s priciest state, New South Wales, went on a three-day strike to protest against pay and working conditions, I went to bed thinking what it must be like to be in their shoes.I would be nervous about the reaction from the public who might...
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Dutton promises Coalition would increase defence spending to 3% of GDP ‘within a decade’
Defence will again be in the spotlight with the Coalition promising an increase of defence spending of 3% by the end of the decade.
Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source:Leaders trade barbs and well-worn lines in unspectacular third election debate
In the third of a planned four leaders’ debates, the leaders played to their strengths, and took some shots at their opponent.
Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source:Election Diary: Dutton in third debate gives Labor ammunition for its scare about cuts
The third election debate saw again no real knock-outs, but as we draw closer to the election Dutton seems to be running out of time to land a serious blow.
Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source:Albanese accuses Dutton of ‘desperation’ in third debate marked by claims of lying
Coalition leader blames poor polling on Labor attack ads as they trade barbs over Medicare, nuclear and cost of living on Nine’s Great DebateWho won the third leaders’ debate? Five takeaways from Albanese v DuttonPolls tracker; election guide; full federal election coverageGet our afternoon election email, free app or daily news podcastPeter Dutton has blamed poor polling during the election campaign on Labor attack...
Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source:Dutton declared narrow winner of third debate – as it happened
This blog is now closedWho won the third leaders’ debate? Five takeaways from Albanese v DuttonAlbanese accuses Dutton of ‘desperation’ in third debate marked by claims of lyingPolls tracker; election guide; full federal election coverageAnywhere but Canberra; interactive electorates guideListen to the latest episode of our new narrative podcast series: GinaGet our afternoon election email, free app or daily news...
Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source:To truly understand Pope Francis’ theology – and impact – you need to look to his life in Buenos Aires
Latin America was core to Pope Francis’ theology. As pope he made significant contributions to the region.
Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source:Australia had a national reckoning over domestic violence, but where’s the focus this election?
Domestic and family violence hasn’t been a major election issue. While the major parties are starting to talk about it, it’s not enough.
Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source:The government has pledged $10 million for inclusive LGBTQIA+ health care. Here’s what that means
‘Inclusive, culturally safe’ care for LGBTQIA+ patients means more than just rainbow posters in the waiting room.
Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source:The election campaign reaches the pointy end as early voting opens - TLDR: Election 2025 - video
After a brief Easter weekend pause in campaigning, things are revving back up. And while there are two more leadership debates still to take place, voters are going to start switching off — early voting opened on Tuesday, and with the Australian Election Commission estimating around half of voters will cast their ballot early, the parties need to home in on their messaging asap. Krishani Dhanjicatches you up on the...
Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source:A landmark ruling will tackle the gender pay gap for thousands of workers
Before changes to the Fair Work Act, almost all attempts by unions to address gender pay inequity failed.
Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source:Tiny dips in sea level reveal flow of climate-regulating underwater waterfalls
Satellites can now track the deep ocean currents around Antarctica that could accelerate climate change.
Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source:What would Australia be willing to go to war over? This needs to be made clear
For our deterrence strategy to be effective, we need to be much clearer about our ‘red lines’ for going to war.
Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source:What would Australia be willing to go to war over? This needs to be made clear in our defence strategy
For our deterrence strategy to be effective, we need to be much clearer about our ‘red lines’ for going to war.
Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source:How will a new pope be chosen? An expert explains the conclave
The conclave – one of the most secretive processes in Christendom – is rooted in centuries of tradition.
Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source:Australia’s gen Z men aren’t monsters in the making – they just feel short-changed | Intifar Chowdhury
Instead of alarmism or shaming, we need to create spaces where young men feel heard, challenged and supportedGet our weekend culture and lifestyle emailFor years, we’ve looked at democracies like the US, Germany and South Korea, disturbed by what a nation divided along gender and generation lines could look like. Australia, by comparison, seemed less polarised, but new research hints that something’s starting to shift...
Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source:Whoever wins Australia’s election will need to work with the Senate. Here’s how it could look
The balance between left and right in the upper house may not swing wildly, but even one or two seats changing hands could prove crucialElection 2025 live updates: Australia federal election campaign Polls tracker; election guide; full federal election coverageAnywhere but Canberra; interactive electorates guideGet our afternoon election email, free app or daily news podcastThe Senate elected in 2022 had a clear...
Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source:Haka in the House: what will Te Pāti Māori’s protest mean for tikanga in parliament?
As the deadline approaches for Te Pāti Māori MPs to appear before the Privileges Committee, the place of tikanga in our democratic institutions is the real issue.
Published on: April 22, 2025 | Source:Biles wins record-fourth Laureus award while Mondo receives first
Gymnastics great Simone Biles ties with Serena Williams by winning her fourth Laureus Sportswoman of the Year award, while pole-vault legend Mondo Duplantis gets his first.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Councils under fire for promoting vaccine scepticism
Three local councils in South Australia have been passing motions questioning vaccines, but health experts say they are based on misinformation and heighten community risk.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Trump's shadow looms large over Australian and Canadian elections
Recent polls have shown the opposition leaders in Australia and Canada moving from a strong position to become election underdogs in recent months. There's one major contributing factor.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Climate 200-backed candidate branded 'unhinged' by Jacinta Price
Phil Scott was a prominent anti-fracking activist prior to running for the NT seat of Solomon, with Coalition frontbencher Jacinta Nampijinpa Price accusing him of behaving "like a petulant child".
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Which cardinals could become the next pope?
Speculation is swirling about who could be the new leader of the Catholic church. But the secretive nature of papal elections means it's hard to pick a single frontrunner.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Ratepayers 'grumpy' and 'disgusted' as FOGO efforts go to waste
Organic waste in several WA shires is going straight to landfill despite the tip tasked with processing it receiving significant funding to deal with FOGO.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Harvard sues Trump administration to stop $US2b funding freeze
The lawsuit filed in the federal court accuses the US government of attempting to "gain control of academic decision-making at Harvard".
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Alleged carjacker charged over fatal Sunshine Coast crash, shooting
A 41-year-old Tewantin man, allegedly behind yesterday's fatal crash and a string of carjackings, has been charged with 15 offences and is expected to appear in court today.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Helicopter rescue for woman injured in southern WA
The woman was with her children and heading to a popular fishing spot when she fell down a gully in Torndirrup National Park.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Getting your kids to practise their musical instrument might be easier than you think
Why musicians need to practise, how to get motivated and how to incorporate practice into your family’s daily routine.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Live: Threats to sack US Fed chair send Wall Street crashing
The ASX is poised for a nervous opening following the US Fed chair's future being questioned and Wall Street crumbling. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Wildlife carer spending $10k a year says cost is driving out volunteers
The number of sick or injured wildlife is rising in Victoria, but the number of people able to help them is rapidly decreasing and carers say animals are being "left to die".
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Could WA's golden goose be under threat from a giant iron ore deposit?
Iron ore is the lifeblood of Western Australia's economy, but the industry has a new competitor in the form of the Simandou mine in Guinea, holding one of the largest untapped high-grade deposits in the world.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Morning Mail: world mourns Pope Francis, drownings stun NSW, Pentagon ‘meltdown’
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. Australia’s 5 million Catholics are in mourning after the death of Pope Francis, who Anthony Albanese called their “devoted champion and loving father”. We have full reports and appreciations, plus analysis of who might succeed him. We examine the spate of drownings...
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Feral cats killing more native animals than previously thought
Research tracking released bilbies and bettongs in remote SA has found feral cats are their biggest killer.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Mollie O'Callaghan faces down 'most difficult period' to win gold
Mollie O'Callaghan beats out a stacked field to win the 100m freestyle title, as fellow Olympic medallists Cam McEvoy and Elijah Winnington claim gold on day one of the Australian Open Swimming Championships.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source:Rates will never be enough – councils need the power to raise money in other ways
New taxes are never popular. But unless central government gives local bodies the power to raise more than just rates, budgets will never cover costs.
Published on: April 21, 2025 | Source: