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'Almost certainly new' species of giant earthworms found in SA
A South Australian ecologist has been tracking giant earthworm sightings for 30 years, despite the species not officially existing in the state. Newsiline...
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England beat Argentina in thriller after late TMO call
England hold on to beat Argentina in a chaotic match in the Nations Championship after the hosts have a last-gasp try controversially ruled out in Santiag...
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New energy scheme adding to bills, SA government admits
A new SA government energy scheme set to collect almost $44 million from electricity users this financial year has been described by a critic as a "hidden...
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'We didn't give up': Afghan women's refugee cricketers celebrate ICC decision
Five years since fleeing Afghanistan after the Taliban returned to power, the country's women's refugee cricket team has secured a pathway to compete at t...
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Northants claim third T20 Blast title after beating Hants
Northamptonshire Steelbacks win their third T20 Blast title after a titanic tussle with Hampshire Hawks in an enthralling Edgbaston final. Newsiline summa...
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Ex-tradie in the running for Australia's best small bar prize
Taran Howard opened up his small bar in Sydney's inner west last September. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and links readers to...
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Darline Graham's career centered disability. Now she could help shape national policy
To former colleagues and the disability advocates who have worked with her, there is little doubt in Darline Graham's capabilities. Newsiline summarises t...
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Rice fires England into early lead against France
Captain Declan Rice gives England an early lead, scoring in the third minute against France in the World Cup third-place play-off at Miami Stadium. Newsil...
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'Not particularly fond of him': McIlroy blasts American over Open drama
Golf champion Rory McIlroy takes aim at Bryson DeChambeau after the American causes a delay in tee times being released. Newsiline summarises this report...
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Inquiry hears of CFMEU's political influence and intimidation in Queensland
The inquiry heard claims former senior public servants and industry figures faced aggressive union tactics. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News...
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The Houdini of Boggo Road escaped the prison in 1946. He shouldn't have taken a friend
In 1946, Arthur 'Slim' Halliday recruited two associates, scaled the walls of Boggo Road Gaol for a second time, hopped in a taxi and vanished. Newsiline...
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Bid to fix stubborn Murray River sand slug 'hamstrung' by competing demands
The Murray Darling Basin Authority is finalising its study on what to do about an increasing river impediment amid a First Nations call to find common gro...
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Australia's Herbert makes miracle shot but falls to fourth at The Open
Australia's Lucas Herbert makes one of the shots of The Open, but loses his day two lead to fall to fourth. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News...
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Tandy bitterly disappointed by South Africa drubbing
Steve Tandy commended his side's efforts but could not hide his disappointment with Wales' Nations Championship loss to South Africa. Newsiline summarises...
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I'll lose my bowel because my pain was dismissed until my husband spoke up
An operation left Donna Davies in constant pain but she only felt believed when her husband spoke up. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Hea...
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Australia's coal capital is preparing for what once seemed 'unimaginable'
A once-in-a-lifetime change is taking place on the sites of old coal-fired power stations. Newsiline summarises this report from SBS News Australia and li...
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Musos fear payday super rules could ruin live music industry
Two long-running Australian jazz festivals have been cancelled, with organisers blaming new superannuation rules. Newsiline summarises this report from AB...
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Hungary's president signs amendment ending his own term
An ally of former PM Viktor Orban has signed a constitutional amendment ending his own term as head of state. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsc...
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From 40 cartographers to two: Street directories nearing end of the road
While sales of the once-ubiquitous street directories have fallen dramatically since their peak in the 1980s, they still have a niche market. Newsiline su...
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Live: Golden boot and third place up for grabs as France faces England
France and England are playing for pride and third place in the World Cup, as Kylian Mbappe and Harry Kane make final bids for the golden boot. Newsiline...
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Josh Kerr of Britain breaks 27-year-old world record in the mile
Kerr announced his bid to break the world record months in advance, and pulled off the plan in London on Saturday. Newsiline summarises this report from N...
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Andy Burnham to scrap digital ID to focus on cost of living
A spokesperson for the incoming prime minister says his Government would “put its focus where people need it right now”. Newsiline summarises this report...
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Thunderstorms will clear wildfire smoke from Northeast ahead of World Cup final, meteorologists say
Warnings of unhealthy air quality remained in effect Saturday across a wide swath of the United States. Newsiline summarises this report from PBS NewsHour...
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Australia’s fuel tax break slowing BHP’s decarbonisation, mining giant’s investors warned
Removal of tax credit would incentivise electrification of truck and rail fleets, Australian Centre for Corporate Responsibility says Get our breaking new...
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ANU accused of ‘hysterical’ response to students using AI to cheat as unis scramble to ‘secure’ assessments
Australia risks ‘shipping’ intellectual capability overseas if educational rigour not restored, experts warn Get our breaking news email, free app or dail...
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When Pauline Hanson and Tommy Robinson met, hatred was a given. More disturbing was the spectacle
One Nation’s polling popularity is proof positive we live in an upside-down world which surpasses substance and vaults reason Pauline Hanson’s podcast wit...
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The community laundry working to reduce heart disease in the Northern Territory
Access to a working laundry is one of the easiest ways to reduce rates of scabies, which is widespread in many remote Indigenous communities and can incre...
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Chemtrails to Covid: Malcolm Roberts’ conspiracy theory beliefs under scrutiny amid One Nation surge in polls
The Queensland senator’s appearances on fringe podcasts includes statements on a global elite, the UN, the climate crisis and support for Vladimir Putin G...
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Albanese’s AI speech was a good start. Now Australia must confront these bigger questions | Julianne Schultz
The PM’s vision must look beyond datacentres and copyright to questions of capability, security and public benefit Get our breaking news email, free app o...
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There will be disagreement at next week’s Labor conference – but don’t expect the feuds of the past
It’s hoped a deliberate demonstration of ‘constructive unity’ by the party will entrench the public’s perception of Labor stability The Labor national con...
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Canefields to ocean to rolling hills: vision splendid of 135km northern NSW rail trail short-changed
Despite the backing of councils in a region in dire need of support, the federal government has rejected a $42m grant request to complete the trail’s 54km...
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How brighter, safer headlights may cause problems for other drivers
Bright LED headlights improve visibility for motorists and make them significantly safer at night, but what about the driver coming the other way? Newsili...
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Fleetwood still dreaming of winning an open Open
Local favourite Tommy Fleetwood is five shots behind Open leader Sam Burns after two late bogeys threaten to crush his Birkdale dreams. Newsiline summaris...
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Messi received like royalty in New York ahead of World Cup final, but no-one matches Knicks
Argentina's Lionel Messi has received rock star reception in New York City ahead of the World Cup final against Spain, but how much of a lasting impact wi...
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Exercise Pitch Black 2026 war games take flight
Military aircraft and aviators from 20 countries land in Darwin ahead of Exercise Pitch Black 2026, with the biennial war games poised to begin. Newsiline...
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Retired police returning to duty to fill officer shortages
Hundreds of former officers have applied to fill recruitment shortages with Victoria Police in a move aimed at releasing officers "trapped" at their desks...