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Christmas miracle for family after stint in hospital

Christmas miracle for family after stint in hospital

There’s no place like home for Christmas, and for some families that wish has been granted, with their children spending the festive season at home.

Carols promise 'peace, love and tolerance' after Bondi

Carols promise 'peace, love and tolerance' after Bondi

Carols promise 'peace, love and tolerance' after Bondi

Carols promise 'peace, love and tolerance' after Bondi

A major Christmas carols concert has honoured the victims of the Bondi terror attack and pledged a night of community for a nation in mourning.

Assange files complaint against Nobel winner Machado

Assange files complaint against Nobel winner Machado

Assange files complaint against Nobel winner Machado

Assange files complaint against Nobel winner Machado

Julian Assange has filed a complaint accusing the Nobel Foundation of facilitating "war crimes" by awarding the Nobel Peace Prize to Maria Corina Machado.

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Family turns cancer tragedy into message of hope

Family turns cancer tragedy into message of hope

After losing their young son to a rare cancer, one family is hoping to transform their loss into something positive by drawing on his enduring spirit.

State library 'saved' as management back down from cuts

State library 'saved' as management back down from cuts

Outcry from prominent Australians to a state library restructure that would have resulted in workforce cuts has led to management withdrawing the proposal.

Double Golden Globe nomination for Aussie Jacob Elordi

Double Golden Globe nomination for Aussie Jacob Elordi

Australians Jacob Elordi, Sarah Snook, Joel Edgerton and Rose Byrne have all scored nominations in the 83rd Golden Globe Awards.

Rebel fashion contemporaries synced in blockbuster show

Rebel fashion contemporaries synced in blockbuster show

Two famed fashionistas whose pioneering designs tore up the rule book are showcased in an exhibition bringing the contrasting pair's works together in one show.

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'I love you Jodie': PM weds in intimate ceremony

'I love you Jodie': PM weds in intimate ceremony

'I love you Jodie': PM weds in intimate ceremony

'I love you Jodie': PM weds in intimate ceremony

In a ceremony attended by a small group of family and friends, Australia's prime minister has made history by marrying his partner while in office.

PM and Haydon's wedding signed, sealed, delivered

PM and Haydon's wedding signed, sealed, delivered

PM and Haydon's wedding signed, sealed, delivered

PM and Haydon's wedding signed, sealed, delivered

Anthony Albanese has wedded Jodie Haydon in front of a small gathering in the nation's capital, becoming the first prime minister to do so in office.

Ley laments domestic killings as 74 women dead in 2025

Ley laments domestic killings as 74 women dead in 2025

Ley laments domestic killings as 74 women dead in 2025

Ley laments domestic killings as 74 women dead in 2025

Opposition Leader Sussan Ley has continued her yearly tradition of naming every woman who died from violence in Australia, on the eve of an international event.

JFK's granddaughter reveals terminal cancer diagnosis

JFK's granddaughter reveals terminal cancer diagnosis

JFK's granddaughter reveals terminal cancer diagnosis

JFK's granddaughter reveals terminal cancer diagnosis

John F Kennedy’s granddaughter has revealed she has terminal cancer, with doctors delivering a grim estimate of how long the mother of two has left to live.

A worthwhile life: from toy king to wallaby saviour

A worthwhile life: from toy king to wallaby saviour

A worthwhile life: from toy king to wallaby saviour

A worthwhile life: from toy king to wallaby saviour

Despite a high-profile career selling toys to Aussie kids, a philanthropist says his most important legacy has been protecting a vulnerable native species.

Latest gender equality evidence given a new dimension

Latest gender equality evidence given a new dimension

Latest gender equality evidence given a new dimension

Latest gender equality evidence given a new dimension

A free resource will collate the latest research on gender equality and translate it into practical actions for businesses, governments, teachers and leaders.

The rural mum helping flip the school postcode lottery

The rural mum helping flip the school postcode lottery

The rural mum helping flip the school postcode lottery

The rural mum helping flip the school postcode lottery

Families in remote Australia have little choice but to send their kids to boarding school, a sometimes daunting path one advocate wants rural towns to embrace.

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Australia makes mince meat of beef industry at awards

At the end of a tumultuous year for the beef industry, Australian producers have taken out top categories at the World Steak Challenge in London.

Early warning app helping towns prepare for disaster

Data on school attendance, availability of tradies and access to community halls will help regional towns measure their resilience before disaster strikes.

Remote medic named NT Australian of the Year

A medical professional who works in remote areas has been named the Northern Territory Australian of the Year for 2026.

Nurse turned shearer awarded for busting rural stigmas

When a shearer heard of several deaths across her industry, she knew she had to start making mental health a priority in the nation's wool sheds.

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Dashing Duke crowned best boy in working dog challenge

A border collie who loyally stuck by his owner's side in the aftermath of devastating floods has been named top dog in a national competition.

How the honey jumble avoids extinction in the bush

The gingerbread treats missed by many Aussies have a new home at the nation's oldest ag exhibition, where biscuits and bouquets are the backbone of business.

Talking and tinkering townsfolk make for more wellbeing

Small communities are the key to a good life, according to a national survey that shows Australians are reporting greater overall wellbeing.

'God sent you': bravery saved town from mass tragedy

Residents of a leafy rural village were used to floods and thought they would be safe but a wall of water spared almost nothing and no one.

Aussie star has no interest in being one of the greats

Outlander: Blood of my Blood star Sam Retford delves into the moment that nearly led him to quit acting, and how he is not interested in being the best.

Feline good: Lions and Cats fans turn out to AFL parade

Diehard fans have turned out to show their support to their footy heroes ahead of the AFL grand final, with many confident their teams can get it done.

'Frustrating' chronic condition impacting Aussie women

Migraine sufferers say the condition is not "just a headache" and requires national attention because one in three Australian women is living with them.

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