Top Stories Politics Courts General Finance Sport World FactCheck

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Support AAP with a free or paid subscription

Subscribe to AAP News Download our app

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Support AAP with a free or paid subscription

Subscribe to AAP News Download our app

Latest news: Human Interest

Ex-PM lauded over honours gong but not everyone's happy

Ex-PM lauded over honours gong but not everyone's happy

Scott Morrison, who led Australia through the COVID-19 pandemic, has been appointed a Companion of the Order of Australia in the King's Birthday Honours List.

Pacific solar pioneer, charitable Aussies earn gongs

Pacific solar pioneer, charitable Aussies earn gongs

Pacific solar pioneer, charitable Aussies earn gongs

Pacific solar pioneer, charitable Aussies earn gongs

The King's Birthday Honours include several Australians recognised for their service in the Pacific region, including work to spread renewable energy uptake.

'I got to where I am ... by working hard': story of law

'I got to where I am ... by working hard': story of law

'I got to where I am ... by working hard': story of law

'I got to where I am ... by working hard': story of law

Nick Kaldas' personal journey is one of confronting experiences and hard work, which has taken him around the world.

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Subscribe to AAP News

Already a member? Sign in here

Grit and determination characterises women honoured

Grit and determination characterises women honoured

Women in business, finance, education and law are recognised in the King's Birthday Honours List and some share their proudest career moments.

'Miracle' PM gets top gong in the name of the King

'Miracle' PM gets top gong in the name of the King

A controversial ex-prime minister, an Oscar winner and several academics are receiving one of Australia's top merits on the King's Birthday Honours List.

Aussie filmmaking royalty in the King's spotlight

Aussie filmmaking royalty in the King's spotlight

Baz Luhrmann is the nation's most commercially successful film director and Catherine Martin has won more Oscars than any other Australian.

Hard truths: pioneering coral researcher shines

Hard truths: pioneering coral researcher shines

Ove Hoegh-Guldberg never wanted to be proven right about the fate of coral reefs under a warming climate and is now being honoured for his discoveries.

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Subscribe to AAP News

Already a member? Sign in here

Women's trailblazer among batch of feted sports figures

Women's trailblazer among batch of feted sports figures

Women's trailblazer among batch of feted sports figures

Women's trailblazer among batch of feted sports figures

Nicole Livingstone says being a women's sport trailblazer is only part of the reason she's feted in the King's Birthday Honours.

The horse listener: a life spent teaching kids to ride

The horse listener: a life spent teaching kids to ride

The horse listener: a life spent teaching kids to ride

The horse listener: a life spent teaching kids to ride

Children who learn to ride and care for horses often turn into upstanding adults, according to a rural pony club legend.

Standing up for rights: a lifetime of advocacy honoured

Standing up for rights: a lifetime of advocacy honoured

Standing up for rights: a lifetime of advocacy honoured

Standing up for rights: a lifetime of advocacy honoured

After growing up under the control of mission life, this Wiradjuri Elder has spent her life advocating for her people.

Can-do boat crews make a splash at Beer Can Regatta

Can-do boat crews make a splash at Beer Can Regatta

Can-do boat crews make a splash at Beer Can Regatta

Can-do boat crews make a splash at Beer Can Regatta

Thousands have gathered at a popular city beach to watch crews on beer-can boats battle it out, pirate-like, to find and keep underwater treasure.

Lies, shame, apologies: mushroom cook's week as witness

Lies, shame, apologies: mushroom cook's week as witness

Lies, shame, apologies: mushroom cook's week as witness

Lies, shame, apologies: mushroom cook's week as witness

Erin Patterson's week in the witness box has led to admissions of lying, her personal shame and an apology for offensive messages about her in-laws.

Mushroom cook opens up on lies to police, in-laws

Mushroom cook opens up on lies to police, in-laws

Mushroom cook opens up on lies to police, in-laws

Mushroom cook opens up on lies to police, in-laws

Erin Patterson lied to her in-laws about cancer tests before cooking them a deadly lunch because they made her "feel loved", she has told a jury.

Period scenes set mood for Impressionist masterpieces

Period scenes set mood for Impressionist masterpieces

Period scenes set mood for Impressionist masterpieces

Period scenes set mood for Impressionist masterpieces

An exhibition of French Impressionist masterpieces from a Boston museum has returned to Australia after closing early in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Subscribe to AAP News

Already a member? Sign in here

Moment husband confronted mushroom cook over toxic meal

Erin Patterson has recalled fearing her children would be taken away after discovering she had served a poisonous beef Wellington meal to her in-laws.

Dating site accused of catfishing users with 'free' use

Dating site eHarmony allegedly misled customers with statements about the pricing, renewal and duration of its memberships, the consumer watchdog says.

'Betoota's got no talent': festival revives ghost town

The population of Betoota is set to go from zero to 500 when the tiny outpost hosts its first music festival at its storied outback watering hole.

'Chain of love': political leader farewells her mum

Liberal leader Sussan Ley has delivered an emotional farewell to her mother, paying tribute to the woman who taught her how to take on the world.

Access five free articles per month

Subscription Options

Already a member? Sign in here

Thousands still stranded as flood recovery ramps up

Thousands of people remain isolated while other flood-hit communities continue the clean up, with homes declared beyond repair as the premier meets farmers.

A ripper race to find Australia's hardest-working dog

The trusting bond between a farmer and a canine is central to farm life, with a national competition set to find the nation's top dog.

Consent education hits screens in fresh initiative

Australia is leading the way in consent education and a suite of resources aims to ensure young people can access information in a format that suits them.

New Liberal leader loses mum days after historic win

Days after celebrating her appointment as Australia's first female opposition leader, Sussan Ley is mourning the loss of her inspirational mother.

'Swagging it': tractor fanatics to trek across outback

It will take a fortnight for 10 tractor drivers to make the trip from Bourke to Birdsville going 23km/h, a long and slow journey for a good cause.

Multiverse of motherhood shines brightest in Archibald

A portrait addressing the juggle of motherhood, a day job and making art has taken out one of Australia's richest and most prestigious sector awards.

Cash splash on Mother's Day, as fewer take part

Millions of mums will be spoiled as their loved ones splurge near a billion dollars on gifts and experiences this Mother's Day.

Topics

Politics Australia Crime, Law and Justice New South Wales Victoria Queensland Economy, Business and Finance Arts, Culture and Entertainment Health Disaster and Accident Police Homicide Defence Energy Animal Sport Imperial and Royal Matters Social Issue Northern Territory Flood

No opinion, no spin, no agenda.

Support AAP News

Already a member?
Sign in here