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'I miss her': Kumanjayi Little Baby laid to rest

'I miss her': Kumanjayi Little Baby laid to rest

A five-year-old girl allegedly abducted and murdered outside a remote community has been farewelled by hundreds of mourners dressed in pink.

Heartbreak as stars pay tribute to mentor Johnny Young

Heartbreak as stars pay tribute to mentor Johnny Young

Heartbreak as stars pay tribute to mentor Johnny Young

Heartbreak as stars pay tribute to mentor Johnny Young

Singers who launched their careers on Young Talent Time are honouring their much-loved former host Johnny Young, who helped them find their voice on TV.

Baby Lyla born after police station driveway delivery

Baby Lyla born after police station driveway delivery

Baby Lyla born after police station driveway delivery

Baby Lyla born after police station driveway delivery

A late-night dash turned into a driveway delivery when a quick-thinking officer at a police station helped deliver baby Lyla in the back seat of a car.

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Five teens arrested over violent dating app assaults

Five teens arrested over violent dating app assaults

Police have arrested five teenagers following accusations they ambushed and assaulted men after they were lured to meet them on dating apps and social media.

Senator surfer on political waves caught and missed

Senator surfer on political waves caught and missed

Greens senator Peter Whish-Wilson says he has worked hard to elevate ocean health on the political agenda, ahead of his retirement from federal parliament.

Farm hand's first plane ride after run-in with a roo

Farm hand's first plane ride after run-in with a roo

A young ringer is recovering after a kangaroo crashed into his leg on an outback station, a freak accident he and emergency workers will never forget.

From corporate to country, singer is wild as the wind

From corporate to country, singer is wild as the wind

Australia's highest-selling female country artist has risen to the top after making a difficult decision to quit her high-paying day job and follow her dream.

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Saving lives, playing gigs all in a country practice

Saving lives, playing gigs all in a country practice

Saving lives, playing gigs all in a country practice

Saving lives, playing gigs all in a country practice

A doctor who moved to the country to save up for a sailing trip is still working in the bush 40 years later, a career path he encourages others to explore.

How mates, music and murals helped town make a comeback

How mates, music and murals helped town make a comeback

How mates, music and murals helped town make a comeback

How mates, music and murals helped town make a comeback

A small town has a new pub, a tourism gong and rising house prices four years after a flood, proving the power of community connection in disaster recovery.

Fans kick on after teen arrested at Socceroos live site

Fans kick on after teen arrested at Socceroos live site

Fans kick on after teen arrested at Socceroos live site

Fans kick on after teen arrested at Socceroos live site

Thousands of fans have packed Melbourne's Federation Square to support the Socceroos, with one person arrested for allegedly setting off a flare in the crowd.

Aussies snub convention as cost of dying skyrockets

Aussies snub convention as cost of dying skyrockets

Aussies snub convention as cost of dying skyrockets

Aussies snub convention as cost of dying skyrockets

More Australians are turning to online fundraisers to help cover the rising cost of a loved one's funeral, raising $28 million in the previous year alone.

'Human composting' bill promises a new way to be buried

'Human composting' bill promises a new way to be buried

'Human composting' bill promises a new way to be buried

'Human composting' bill promises a new way to be buried

Ashes to ashes, dust to plant feed: an Australian state is edging closer to a greener alternative to traditional burials dubbed "a bit weird" by its premier.

Norwegian crown princess' son found guilty of rape

Norwegian crown princess' son found guilty of rape

Norwegian crown princess' son found guilty of rape

Norwegian crown princess' son found guilty of rape

The son of Norway's crown princess has been sentenced to four years in prison for rape.

Permanent memorial to honour lives lost in Bondi attack

Permanent memorial to honour lives lost in Bondi attack

Permanent memorial to honour lives lost in Bondi attack

Permanent memorial to honour lives lost in Bondi attack

A memorial for the 15 victims of the Bondi terror attack is set to be installed as part of an $8.3 million funding package to help the Jewish community recover.

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'Play on': record Big Freeze crowd honours Daniher

A record Big Freeze crowd has filled the MCG for the annual Collingwood-Melbourne King's Birthday AFL clash to honour the late, great Neale Daniher.

Putting back the pieces, flood hero finds solace in art

After helping save up to 40 of his neighbours and friends from a destructive flash flood, an ex-truck driver has turned to sculpture to heal and help others.

Traditional trade uncovers magic in the humble chair

One of Australia's few remaining upholsterers unravels family histories, memories and nostalgia as she refurbishes chairs in her regional backyard studio.

'Very special to us': stockman's final journey home

An Aboriginal stockman whose remains have been stranded in a museum for decades is going home, as his family began a solemn journey to return him to Country.

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Friends forever: volunteers 'get more than you give'

Volunteering is helping women find and sustain friendships, with charitable endeavours combating loneliness and becoming a vital social lifeline for many.

Queer youth seek connection in wake of social media ban

Australia's landmark social media ban is having a mixed impact on queer youth who have often used the platforms to connect and find like-minded people.

'Love is the glue': spotlight on single mothers

A Mother's Day campaign aims to shine a light on single mums whose strength, care and contribution are often under-recognised and unrewarded.

Australia's story of spear versus gun needs telling

Australians need to know thousands of Aboriginal people died defending Country with spears, says one of the activists who founded the Aboriginal Tent Embassy.

'Mystery man' revealed in Paralympian's teary reunion

Champion Paralympian Alexa Leary has come face-to-face with the doctors who helped give the popular swimmer a second chance at life after a horror crash.

Art and creativity tackle taboos in remote communities

Public health advocates say long term funding and commitment is needed to achieve Closing the Gap targets and improve outcomes for Indigenous people.

Hit cake-swap event plates up for Australian debut

A globally popular cake swap picnic event is being held in Australia for the first time, with about 1600 cakes on show - and yes, there are seconds.

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