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Residents want mining protection for sand dunes that saved town from fire
Residents are questioning why Lancelin's iconic sand dunes are being mined for limesand when they acted as a "perfect fire barrier" during recent bushfires.
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90th-minute winner has Liverpool six points from Premier League glory
Premier League leader Liverpool has another wobble, losing a lead at Anfield before grabbing a late winner to be just two victories away from the title.
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:NSW Police don't always use body-worn camera. The watchdog wants that changed
Todd McKenzie's death is among a number of incidents behind calls by the head of the NSW Police watchdog for the force to embrace body-worn video.
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:Hobart stadium to be pulled out of planning process. What happens next?
After weeks of criticism, Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff decides to bypass the planning process for the Macquarie Point stadium. But he concedes there are still many issues to work through.
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:Aboriginal entrepreneurs harness ancient knowledge for new businesses
In far west New South Wales, two Aboriginal men are drawing on the traditional knowledge of their ancestors to generate a source of income.
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:Donald Trump 'fully fit' to serve as president, doctor says
The details of President Donald Trump's most recent physical exam are revealed, with his doctor saying he is "fully fit" to serve.
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:One woman dead and 10 taken to hospital after Brisbane crash
Police say a van appears to have crashed into the back of two stationary vehicles on Gympie Arterial Road at Bald Hills.
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:Inland port would improve freight movement with fewer trucks on the road
Western Australia's premier says Kalgoorlie-Boulder is unlikely to be transformed into an inland port unless the state's rail freight network is back in government hands.
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:Live: ASX set to rise after Wall Street rally on Fed's assurances
The ASX is set to rise after Federal Reserve bosses' assurances sparked a Wall Street rally. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog.
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:Twelve of Australia's tallest wind turbines will surround this retired couple's home
The Franz family moved to Diamondy, 280 kilometres north-west of Brisbane, for its tranquil nature, but now find themselves surrounded by looming towers.
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:Labor launches campaign in WA, but will it win over wary voters?
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese chose Perth to launch his election campaign for the second consecutive time, after the west helped Labor form a majority government in 2022. But WA voters will need more convincing this time around.
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:Mary Fowler suffers knee injury in FA Cup semifinal defeat
Matildas star Mary Fowler limps out of Manchester City's Women's FA Cup semifinal defeat to Manchester United with a right knee injury.
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:It was considered the art heist of the century. But who stole the Mona Lisa?
The Mona Lisa hasn't always been a huge tourist attraction. It turns out the most famous painting in the world owes its legend to a brazen Italian thief who stole it from the Louvre and vanished for more than two years.
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:Live: Tanya Plibersek laughs off awkward moment with PM
Tanya Plibersek laughs off the PM seemingly rejecting a hug from her at Labor's launch, insisting the pair are still friends. Follow live.
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:Morning Mail: academics cancel US travel plans, whatβs behind Gina Rinehartβs wealth, Oscar Piastri wins in Bahrain
Want to get this in your inbox every weekday? Sign up for the Morning Mail here, and finish your day with our Afternoon Update newsletterGood morning. Australian academics are tearing up their US travel plans amid fears they may be refused entry or detained under policy changes by the Trump administration.As US-led ceasefire talks falter, a Russian missile attack on a crowded city street in the Ukrainian city of Sumy...
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:Workers exposed to 'unbelievable' risks at plant where silos collapsed
Workers at a plant where two silos collapsed last year are at risk of serious injury or death, according to dozens of improvement notices issued by the NSW safety regulator.
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:Will streaming put an end to surprise indie hits at the box office?
Streaming may have increased distribution opportunities for emerging filmmakers, but with limited box office opportunities, is rags-to-riches-success a thing of the past?
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:Arsonists set fire to Pennsylvania governor's home, police say
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and his family are evacuated from their home in the middle of the night after an arsonist set fire to the residence, according to police.
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:Australia's remote desert mine plans for 40 more golden years
One of the country's most remote mines is getting a billion-dollar upgrade, taking gold production deeper into the Tanami Desert as gold prices hit record highs.
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:Two charged after boy killed in accidental shooting on rural NSW property
Emergency services were called to the property in Windellama, near Goulburn, after a firearm was accidentally discharged.
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:Most bike lanes in inner Melbourne have less than 40% tree cover β thatβll get worse, new maps show
Hot sunny days can make footpaths, bike lanes and city streets unbearable. If we want people to ditch the car, weβre going to need more trees, research shows.
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:Top unis have imposed new restrictions on campus protests. What does this mean for students, staff and democracy?
Over the past year, all of Australiaβs eight top research universities have increased restrictions on campus protests.
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:Think your specialist is expensive? Look at what others are paying
Specialistsβ fees are high, vary across specialties and across geographical regions. And you can search for whoβs charging what near you.
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:Productivity reform has been put in the too-hard basket for years. Hereβs why leaders leave it alone
Why have we seen so little action on productivity reform, one of the biggest drivers of increasing living standards? And what can you do about it?
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:Strongmen, Daggy Dads and State Daddies: how different styles of political masculinity play into Australian elections
Modern politics tends to attract certain masculinity types. They are on show again in the 2025 federal election.
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:Post-election tax reform is the key to reversing Australiaβs growing wealth divide
Several options are available for meaningful tax reform, that would make Australia a fairer place for all generations. All it will take is some political courage.
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:Six people wielding gel blasters shot by Queensland police
Gel blasters look identical to handguns, shotguns and rifles, making it hard even for officers to tell the difference between a toy and a real gun.
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:Rain set to ease in Queensland ahead of Easter weekend
Queensland's record-breaking rain is set to ease as the Easter weekend approaches, but some residents in the north are isolated following the weekend's deluge.
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:Olyslagers adopts 'bold' approach to claim sixth national high jump title
Two-time Olympic silver medallist Nicola Olyslagers throws caution to the wind in attempting to break her national high jump record at the Australian Athletics Championships in Perth.
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:SA nurse banned after committing 'serious' professional misconduct
A South Australian nurse has been reprimanded by South Australia's Civil and Administrative Tribunal after admitting to fabricating documents in a bid to gain employment.
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:Trump's order on showerheads seems trivial but it's a subtle power grab
It seems only a matter of time before Donald Trump uses a crisis and the National Emergencies Act to bring about a revolution in the United States.
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:How it felt to watch an outback levee break and damage entire town
With an upstream gauge out of action, Thargomindah had no way of knowing how much destruction a torrent of floodwaters would have on the outback community. One local, who witnessed the levee break, says that's not good enough.
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:Gout Goutβs winds of change whip Australian athletics into frenzy
Tailwinds are robbing the teenage sprint sensation of astonishing times but his rise is part of a wider shiftOn Saturday night at the Subiaco hotel in the inner suburbs of Perth, a 17-year-old had a dinner with a group of adults. He ordered a steak. Medium, as is his preference.But this was no ordinary meal, no ordinary teenager. The behaviour of the old pubβs other patrons β some offering glances, some even coming up...
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:How rich is Gina Rinehart, and how much will she earn in the time it takes to read this article?
Australiaβs wealthiest person rakes in billions from her iron ore mines. We look at how she makes her money β and how she spends itExplore the series: Gina: power, privilege and influenceListen to episode three Gina: Love and moneyGet our afternoon election email, free app or daily news podcastGina Rinehart has been the richest person in Australia for years, making billions from her iron ore mines.But just how rich is...
Published on: April 13, 2025 | Source:Gina episode 3: Love and money - podcast
Gina Rinehart has been Australiaβs richest person for the last six years in a row. But where does her money come from?In episode three we unpack the bitter rivalries, court battles and family conflicts behind the Hancock fortune β and consider a fundamental question: is Rinehart a mining heiress or is she a self-made mining magnate? We then look at her crowning achievement to date in her time at the helm of Hancock...
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