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Friday 6 February 2026
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No jail time after dog left to die and lies to police
Nathan McKeown has been sentenced to community service over his dog's death and lies to police. Photo: Darren England/AAP PHOTOS
Rex Martinich

RBA raises cash rate to 3.85 per cent following inflation shock

Lucinda Garbutt-Young
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Mobile health pioneer named Queensland's Australian of the Year

Peter Angelopoulos
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Dr Rolf Gomes. Picture supplied.

Family arrives to farewell teenager who died on K'gari

Robyn Wuth
Dealing with Piper James' death is "just so hard," her distraught family says. Photo: Darren England/AAP PHOTOS
The $26,000 Bunnings flat-pack tiny home causing a click frenzy
Emily Rayner
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Elsewhere Pods' 4m outdoor studios bring comfort and luxury whilst maintaining a strong connection to the natural surroundings.Pic Bunnings
Murder accused to stand trial over bikie 'execution'
Rex Martinich
Eight men have been committed to stand trial for the murder of bikie Shane Bowden (right). Photo: Robyn Wuth/AAP PHOTOS
Heartbroken parents to fly in for teen's island tribute
Todd James says it has taken time to come to terms with daughter Piper's death. Photo: HANDOUT/Todd James
Laine Clark and Robyn Wuth
Updated
17 romantic Australian getaways you can still book for Valentine's Day
Carla Mascarenhas
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Spicers Tamarind Retreat. Picture by Demi Gavin / Tourism and Events Queensland

Ex-Roosters skipper spared more jail for drug offences

Former Sydney Roosters skipper John Tobin has avoided going back to jail for more drug offences. Photo: Darren England/AAP PHOTOS
Rex Martinich

Fiery plane crash kills two men, sparks airfield blaze

Robyn Wuth
Water bombers had to be called in to help control a bushfire caused by a fatal plane crash. Photo: Darren England/AAP PHOTOS

Dad says teen wouldn't want to see dingoes culled

Robyn Wuth
The father of Piper James, who was found dead on K'gari, says she wouldn't want dingoes culled. Photo: HANDOUT/Todd James
Exclusive
Women underrepresented in Australia Day honours due to 'years-long backlog'
Jenna Price
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Assistant Minister to the Prime Minister Patrick Gorman. Picture by
Family launches GoFundMe to bring teen's body home
Piper James' body was discovered on the shoreline surrounded by about 10 dingoes Photo: HANDOUT/Todd James
Andrew Stafford and Robyn Wuth
Why this 17-day voyage is the most luxurious way to see Cairns
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Cairns, Australia.

Blissful Aussie holiday town named among most welcoming places on the planet

Carla Mascarenhas • 31m ago
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Tourists at Noosa's Main Beach. Picture from Visit Noosa

Deadly disparity for Indigenous people under restraint

William Ton • 1hr ago
Aboriginals were more likely to experience a longer period of prone restraint, researchers found. Photo: Mark Evans/AAP PHOTOS

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No jail time after dog left to die and lies to police
Rex Martinich
Nathan McKeown has been sentenced to community service over his dog's death and lies to police. Photo: Darren England/AAP PHOTOS
RBA raises cash rate to 3.85 per cent following inflation shock
Lucinda Garbutt-Young
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Mobile health pioneer named Queensland's Australian of the Year
Peter Angelopoulos
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Dr Rolf Gomes. Picture supplied.
Family arrives to farewell teenager who died on K'gari
Robyn Wuth
Dealing with Piper James' death is "just so hard," her distraught family says. Photo: Darren England/AAP PHOTOS
Murder accused to stand trial over bikie 'execution'
Rex Martinich
Eight men have been committed to stand trial for the murder of bikie Shane Bowden (right). Photo: Robyn Wuth/AAP PHOTOS

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National

Senator calls for action on 'hateful' white supremacy

Independent senator Lidia Thorpe has been critical of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's response. Photo: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS
Aaron Bunch • 1hr ago

Australia-Indonesia to sign 'watershed' security pact

Tess Ikonomou • 2hrs ago
Anthony Albanese and Indonesia's Prabowo Subianto will sign a "watershed" security treaty in Jakarta Photo: Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS

Calls to end climate security secrecy as UK fesses up

Poppy Johnston • 2hrs ago
Crop failures, water insecurity and disease outbreaks are among the possible global climate risks. Photo: Nsw Drought Stock/AAP PHOTOS
Must-watch TV from all the clowns in Canberra
Opinion
Settle in. Picture Shutterstock
Garry Linnell • 2hrs ago
Bank chief faces grilling on first rate hike since 2023
Jacob Shteyman
MPs will grill Reserve Bank officials including governor Michele Bullock on their rate decision. Photo: Aap Image/AAP PHOTOS
Systemic changes urged after mass stabbing revelations
Miklos Bolza
NSW's coroner says the deaths have profoundly altered the lives of the victims' family and friends. Photo: Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS

AI war against 'one cent' family violence perpetrators

Kaaren Morrissey
AI is helping a major bank stop people from using digital payment platforms to perpetuate abuse. Photo: Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS

Tech behemoths lashed over child abuse protections

Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson
Major tech companies are being urged to do more to make their services safer for children. Photo: Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS

Sport

Does Volkanovski deserve to be called one of Australia's greatest athletes?

Analysis
Is Volk an Aussie GOAT? Pictures AAP, Shutterstock
Jason H. Tulio
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Wallaroos lock in Anzac clash as part of 10-Test year

Murray Wenzel
Australia and New Zealand will clash on Anzac Day in a women's rugby first. Photo: Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS
Branded Content

Powell: Long-time scorer for Bendigo United, 43 years and counting

James Buckley
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Robyn Powell has been the woman behind the scorebook for nearly half a century. Picture by Luke West

Goolagong: what you need to know about ABC drama on the Aussie tennis great

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Lila McGuire in action as Evonne Goolagong in the ABC's Goolagong. Picture by ABC

'Wake-up call': the world-first piece of clothing this Aussie inventor says will change the game

Grace Hamilton
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top left: image of prototype of the safety collar inside a regular polo. main image: Cricket bats are seen on the boundary fence during a short tribute in memory of Ben Austin (AAP Image/Con Chronis)
PropertyView

The $26,000 Bunnings flat-pack tiny home causing a click frenzy

Elsewhere Pods' 4m outdoor studios bring comfort and luxury whilst maintaining a strong connection to the natural surroundings.Pic Bunnings
Emily Rayner
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Open for inspection: The most luxurious listings on the market right now

January Jones
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The best properties to see this Saturday the 7th of February. Pic: Supplied.
Property

What experts say about the gold versus property debate

Nina Hendy
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The house or the gold: experts have their say on the difference in investing in both. Pics: Shutterstock
First the $8 million estate with a camel, now a farmstay resort with mini-pigs included
First the $8 million estate with a camel, now a farmstay resort with mini-pigs included
Emily Rayner
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Property
On a good wicket: The property portfolios of Australia's cricket World Cup stars
Brendan Crabb
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Mitch Marsh in action. Picture: Getty
One room at a time: How this Lego-style building model is saving Aussies thousands
January Jones
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Is this the end of the oversized, unaffordable family home? Pic: Barn Home Design and Build.

Why we can't get enough of Parisian cliches on the big screen

A scene from French class romp The Party's Over. Picture supplied
Sally Pryor
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Ask Fuzzy: Why do most seeds taste bitter?

Rod Taylor
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Animals, such as this parrot eating fruit, are the distribution agents that plants pay with fruit. Picture Shutterstock

The life, times and religion of Bluey

Sarah Lawson
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How Bluey is teaching us lessons we all need. Picture Ludo Studio
Opinion

The hidden cost of your 'clean and green' Christmas salmon

Adrian Meder
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Salmon faming operations in Macquarie Harbour. Picture Bob Brown Foundation

Inside Yotam Ottolenghi's surprisingly traditional Christmas feast

Amy Martin
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Yotam Ottolenghi shares his Christmas cooking tips. Pictures by Jonathan Lovekin, Elena Heatherwick

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Three ways Samsung is bringing 'AI companions' to improve your daily routine

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TM Roh (CEO and Head of Device eXperience (DX) Division, Samsung Electronics) presents Samsungs vision at CES 2026 in Las Vegas. Photo supplied.

Future-proofing your home: A guide to smarter energy

Elizabeth Habermann
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Harness the sun to power your future with clean, renewable energy. Picture Shutterstock
Branded Content

Why vaccination is your best investment against Bovine Ephemeral Fever (BEF)

Bovine Ephemeral Fever, more commonly known as three-day sickness, can devastate herds, cripple productivity and erode profits, but there is an easy prevention, vaccination with Zoetis' Ultravac BEF vaccine. Picture supplied
Sponsored Content

Perfect blend of coast and community: There's something special about Rainbow Beach

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Lucy Flory and Rick Huppleschoten have found GemLife Rainbow Beach to be a great pace of life after a career in Botswana. Picture supplied.

Community

The bold $10m vision to bring koalas back to Morton National Park

John and Peter have brought their two vastly different worlds together in creating the sanctuary. Picture supplied
Oliver Rodden

Christmas made easy: 'secret weapon' for handling difficult relatives

This expert says it's okay to leave family lunch early.
Carla Mascarenhas
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Can't stand the daughter-in-law, or perhaps Uncle Fred can speak his mind a little too much? Or maybe loneliness is a trigger over the holidays. Here's our guide on how to cope. Picture from Unsplash
Updated

Massive demand at Mint for new coloured poppy coins

Megan Doherty
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Bombala workmates Casey Skelton and Manny Cachia in pole position outside the Royal Australian Mint on Wednesday afternoon. Pictures by Megan Doherty
Watch

The 'wombat warrior', a 'formal-wear angel', and the mum healing a nation

How a mother's loss inspires a national kindness movement.
Desiree Savage
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Kathleen Moore; Tammy Robinson; Yolandi; and Danny Mayson-Kinder have been named as Australia's kindest women in 2025. Picture supplied

Lend a hand after the floods: devastated towns reach out for community help

Staff Reporters
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Volunteers helping out at a Rural Aid Farm Recovery Event. Picture supplied

Photos and Video

The army of Aussie students who hauled a Netflix blockbuster out of a 90m gorge

A porter team briefing for the film Apex in 2025. Picture Dan Lewis
Staff Reporters
Photos

The pictures which made us pause and captured the moments that mattered in 2025

Rachel Clark
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Bulli and Woonona locals making the most of the relentless rain with some "surfing" at Bulli Park. Wade Bissett on the left and Cody Hennessy on the right. Photo taken Thursday August 21, 2025 at Bulli Park. Picture by Anna Warr

'Rollercoaster': Former NRL player and his best mate win My Kitchen Rules

Eva Kolimar
Cronulla contestants Justin and Will, pictured with celebrity judges Manu Feildel and Colin Fassnidge, have won My Kitchen Rules (MKR). Picture supplied

Up, pup and away: teen and puppy aim to break solo flying record

Jimmy Parker
Teenage pilot Jennifer Hunt holds her four-month-old puppy Bella in front of her seaplane. Picture by Jimmy Parker

A new sheriff in town: sculpture set to rival other Aussie 'big things'

Samantha Newsam
Tamworth's newest 'big thing' stands at 14.4m tall. Picture by Peter Hardin

Comment

Must-watch TV from all the clowns in Canberra

Opinion
Settle in. Picture Shutterstock
Garry Linnell • 2hrs ago
Opinion

Disinformation worked in 2019. We can't let it happen again

Jenna Price
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Steve Bannon, left, and Clive Palmer, right. Pictures by Keegan Carroll, Shutterstock
Opinion

Think international law is pointless? Here's why we need it more than ever

Adam Triggs
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US President Donald Trump pictured alongside the International Criminal Court building and a gavel. Pictures AP, Shutterstock
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Blissful Aussie holiday town named among most welcoming places on the planet
Tourists at Noosa's Main Beach. Picture from Visit Noosa
Carla Mascarenhas • 31m ago
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15 new travel frontiers: spectacular places you never thought you would visit
Ute Junker • 1hr ago
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Uyuni salt flats in Bolivia. Picture by Getty Images
Two Ways to Go
Explore verdict: who does the best Lunar New Year celebrations: Sydney or Melbourne?
Amy Cooper and Mal Chenu
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Lunar new year crowds in Sydney's Chinatown. Picture by Destination NSW

I saw penguins, seals and whales on wildlife-rich islands hiding near Australia

King penguins on Macquarie Island. Picture by Getty Images
Louise Goldsbury
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The Big Question

Stop throwing money away: hidden travel fees you can delete from your next trip

Sarah Falson
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Picture by Getty Images
Hungry Traveller

Spritz, sights and bites: here's how to eat and drink your way through Venice

Catherine Best
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Cichetti at Momoleto. Picture by Catherine Best

Second Australian dies during Japan ski holiday in less than a week

Alex Mitchell
Another Australian has died at a Japanese ski resort after being separated from other skiers. Photo: Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS

High in the Japanese Alps, an easy walk hides a wilder story

Laura Waters
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Picture by Laura Waters
CarsGuide

Best Medium SUV Starting Under $130K announced! 2026 CarsGuide Car of the Year: BMW X3, Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Porsche Macan face off

CarsGuide
Best Medium SUV Starting Under $130K announced! 2026 CarsGuide Car of the Year: BMW X3, Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Porsche Macan face off
Byron Mathioudakis • 2hrs ago
CarsGuide

Best Ute Starting Under $85K revealed! 2026 CarsGuide Car of the Year: Kia Tasman, Ford Ranger and BYD Shark 6 in dual-cab duel to take top honours

Andrew Chesterton • 2hrs ago
Best Ute Starting Under $85K revealed! 2026 CarsGuide Car of the Year: Kia Tasman, Ford Ranger and BYD Shark 6 in dual-cab duel to take top honours
CarsGuide

Best Small Car Starting Under $80K announced! 2026 CarsGuide Car of the Year: Audi Q3, BMW X1 and Renault Megane E-Tech face off

Jack Quick • 2hrs ago
Best Small Car Starting Under $80K announced! 2026 CarsGuide Car of the Year: Audi Q3, BMW X1 and Renault Megane E-Tech face off
CarsGuide

Best Small Car Starting Under $50K announced! 2026 CarsGuide Car of the Year: MG S5 EV, Nissan Qashqai and Kia EV3 vie for the title

Chris Thompson • 2hrs ago
Best Small Car Starting Under $50K announced! 2026 CarsGuide Car of the Year: MG S5 EV, Nissan Qashqai and Kia EV3 vie for the title
CarsGuide

2026 CarsGuide Car of the Year overall winner revealed! Zeekr 7X, Hyundai Santa Fe, Kia EV3 and more duke it out for the title

Tim Nicholson • 2hrs ago
2026 CarsGuide Car of the Year overall winner revealed! Zeekr 7X, Hyundai Santa Fe, Kia EV3 and more duke it out for the title
The Senior

'Sad for me': ABC icon James Valentine retires amid cancer battle

Host of Afternoons on ABC Sydney Radio James Valentine has retired amid his ongoing battle with cancer. Picture by ACM
64-year-old steps back from broadcasting after three decades.
Phoebe Loomes
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The new 'highly transmissible' COVID-19 variant: what Aussies need to know

Carla Mascarenhas
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A visualisation of the Covid-19 virus. Picture from Unsplash / Fusion Medical Animation

The co-housing model helping older women secure homes - and age in place

Action groups are leading by example.
Lisa Edser
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Older Women in Housing (WINC) president Mary-Faeth Chenery (left) and Anneke Deutsch, Founding President (right). Ms Chenery said their co-housing project will be be a mix of pricing levels and include social housing as well as homes people can contribute a lower percentage towards. Picture supplied.
Queensland Country Life

How one western Queensland couple turned frustration into a national title

Mel Davies, The Ranch, Longreach with her stud White Dorper ewe, Snowpo, and her dam, Snow White, watching on. Picture by Sally Gall.
Sally Gall • 26m ago
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Horror start to 2026 for quad bike incidents prompts new calls for safety

Zac Braxton-Smith
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The number of quad bike injuries and fatalities across Queensland has seen no major downward movement since 2022. File picture.

Meet the 24yo butcher, who completed her four-year apprenticeship in 14 months

Bella Hanson
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Peter Denning with his daughter, Allie Denning, at their family butcher shop, Meat at Landsborough. Picture supplied.

Lifestyle

Blissful Aussie holiday town named among most welcoming places on the planet

Tourists at Noosa's Main Beach. Picture from Visit Noosa
Carla Mascarenhas • 31m ago
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15 new travel frontiers: spectacular places you never thought you would visit

Ute Junker • 1hr ago
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Uyuni salt flats in Bolivia. Picture by Getty Images

Renovating in 2026? Top five tips to avoid costly mistakes and lasting regrets

Your Home
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Engage a professional designer from the beginning. Pictures Jess Winterburn Media