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'Midwits' and media bust-ups herald One Nation's arrival in SA parliament
One Nation broke its parliamentary silence to talk about culture wars and political barneys. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and...
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'Unusual' Greek island listed for half the price of average Aussie home
Makri Island, not far from mainland Greece, boasts almost 100 hectares of uninhabited Mediterranean beauty, but buyers be warned, this slice of paradise c...
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As a kid, Thitiwoot wanted to name a dino. He never knew it'd be this big
It started out as a bone sticking out of the mud next to a lake in Thailand — and now scientists say it's the biggest dinosaur ever found in South-East As...
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Labor's tax defence is backfiring with young voters
Labor is banking on younger generations, who are overwhelmingly wage earners, being more interested in owning their own home than pocketing higher profits...
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Rachel Ward gave up glamour for cows and a not-so-simple country life
With the country wind in her grey hair, cow dung on her boots and not a skerrick of make-up, former actor Rachel Ward has found her place, sharing her pas...
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Trump revives centuries-old doctrine that shaped US-Cuba relations
The Monroe Doctrine was once a core tenet of US foreign policy. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and links readers to the original...
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Ten mice in your bedroom: Visualising the scale of the mouse plague
A mouse plague is invading farms and homes in southern and Western Australia. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and links readers t...
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Economists welcome budget and reply, even if they don't like every policy
Five leading economists weigh in on the budget and reply debate, embracing many of the ideas raised while also arguing that "bigger tax reform is needed."...
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Hayden has lobbied for bike lanes for years. Now he's given up
Climate change, the cost-of-living crisis and healthy lifestyle goals should make active transport like cycling a no brainer. Newsiline summarises this re...
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Put away the dictionary. It's spelling bee time!
Know your way around a homonym? Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and links readers to the original publisher for the full story.
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Jamie-Lee Price thinks fake tan could solve a lot of netball's problems
Frustrated at netball's stagnation, this is what Jamie-Lee Price wants to see happen to keep her sport moving with the times. Newsiline summarises this re...
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Meet the women turning bicycle tyres and timber offcuts into furniture
These artists are carving out a niche in a traditionally male space, using recycled materials and offcuts to create beautiful furniture, and even making m...
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Auckland makes A-League history with grand-final triumph over Sydney
Auckland has become the first side from New Zealand to win an A-League Men championship after downing competition heavyweight Sydney 1-0 in a cagey season...
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PM defends negative gearing, capital gains tax changes at Labor conference
The prime minister became emotional at one point as he spoke at a Labor conference in Melbourne to defend the budget changes. Newsiline summarises this re...
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Samuel's visa status made him easier to exploit. A new project hopes to help migrants like him
Temporary visa holders experiencing workplace issues in NSW have a new place to turn to for help. Newsiline summarises this report from SBS News Australia...
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One Nation set to become federal opposition, poll predicts
One Nation would win dozens of seats if a federal election was held today, according to a major opinion poll. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC Ne...
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Live: Dragons looking for relief from worst start to a season in NRL history
St George Illawarra are 0-9 to begin the 2026 season and the desperate Dragons will be after a miracle when they take on the high-flying Warriors. Newsili...
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Caution and long-term thinking as budget adds to softening real estate market
After riding a post-COVID wave of booming prices, real estate agents say SA's housing market is starting to level out, as federal budget tax changes and r...
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Death toll jumps to 90 after Chinese coal mine blast
A gas explosion at a coal mine in northern China's Shanxi province has jumped to 90, state media reports. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News A...
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Charges withdrawn against artist for displaying Nazi symbols in artwork
The case has been dropped against an Australian artist charged with displaying Nazi symbols on an artwork depicting politicians and billionaires. Newsilin...
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Trump administration to end in-country applications for US permanent residency
It's just the latest step by the Trump administration to make legal immigration to the United States more difficult. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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Albanese joins coalition of nations calling for an end to Israeli settlement expansion in the West Bank
Australia joins the UK, Italy, France, Germany, Canada, Norway, the Netherlands and New Zealand in condemning illegal settlements Get our breaking news em...
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'Beautiful, kind, caring man' dies in hospital months after alleged bashing
Friends of Darwin man Martin Wiberg, 48, are remembering him as a "very gentle soul" after he died in hospital this week. Newsiline summarises this report...
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This economist predicted three World Cup winners. He's backed an underdog for 2026
The football fan has correctly predicted the World Cup winner since 2014. Newsiline summarises this report from SBS News Australia and links readers to th...
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Queensland jockey dies in hospital after training accident
Both of Shane McGovern's legs were amputated during a weeks-long stay in hospital. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and links read...
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Anthony Albanese visibly emotional after defending Labor’s capital gains tax and negative gearing changes
Prime minister launches impassioned argument in favour of much-maligned reforms announced in last week’s federal budget Get our breaking news email, free...
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Brent Harvey is about to lose his place in AFL history
Brent 'Boomer' Harvey has enjoyed being the AFL/VFL games record holder for the past decade, and says he could have played more if he'd accepted an offer...
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SpaceX launches biggest model of Starship megarocket
SpaceX has launched its biggest Starship yet as the company races against Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin for space exploration dominance. Newsiline summarises th...
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Live: Roos face Suns ahead of Pendlebury's record-breaking game
North Melbourne and Gold Coast go head to head before attention turns to the MCG, where Collingwood's Scott Pendlebury will break the V/AFL games record a...
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Why there's more talk of an AUKUS 'plan B'
Defence industry experts argue Australia should consider how to prevent a naval "capability gap" — or risk being left exposed. Newsiline summarises this r...
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Entrepreneur says the rich should stop complaining about tax changes
Start-up founders say the federal government's CGT changes may see investment in new businesses go offshore. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC New...
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Children's entertainer Danny Go!'s son dies of cancer aged 14
The popular children's YouTuber revealed the news after documenting the illness since it was diagnosed late last year. Newsiline summarises this report fr...
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The perfect warm winter salad using crisp-roasted artichokes and grains
Crispy artichokes and textural grain make this salad a satisfying dinner and excellent next-day lunch. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Just...
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Elon Musk and Sam Altman's rivalry moves from the courtroom to Wall Street
After Sam Altman and OpenAI's recent victory in a drawn-out legal battle with billionaire Elon Musk, the bitter rivalry between the former friends is now...
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Elon Musk's SpaceX launches upgraded Starship
Elon Musk's rocket company has launched its new Starship design to enable more frequent Starlink satellite launches and to send future NASA missions to th...
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Melbourne teenager becomes youngest Australian to summit Mount Everest
The 18-year-old's singular achievement comes as the number of climbers ascending to the world's tallest peak hits a record high. Newsiline summarises this...