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Race to save Solomons' history as radio reigns supreme

Race to save Solomons' history as radio reigns supreme

Thousands of hours of audio capturing the history of Australian near-neighbour the Solomon Islands are being digitised to preserve the nation's history.

Veterans on frontline for algal bloom response

Veterans on frontline for algal bloom response

Veterans on frontline for algal bloom response

Veterans on frontline for algal bloom response

Defence force veterans are set to patrol Adelaide beaches, helping clean up thousands of marine creatures wiped out by a harmful algal bloom.

The country economy of flowers, focaccia and friendship

The country economy of flowers, focaccia and friendship

The country economy of flowers, focaccia and friendship

The country economy of flowers, focaccia and friendship

Roadside stalls selling flowers, eggs, fruit and even horse poo are fixtures in rural Australia, a long tradition that connects and feeds country communities.

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Tales of the jungle: how WWII's eyes and ears endured

Tales of the jungle: how WWII's eyes and ears endured

Facing the threat of Japanese invaders, World War II veterans who provided support to frontline troops were subjected to unbearable conditions.

Fair go or no go? Aussie workers face 'class ceiling'

Fair go or no go? Aussie workers face 'class ceiling'

People from disadvantaged backgrounds are often denied the chance to get ahead at work, despite Australia frequently being touted as a classless society.

Bye Bye Baby: Australian music pioneer Col Joye dies

Bye Bye Baby: Australian music pioneer Col Joye dies

One of Australia's pioneers of rock music has died after almost seven decades as a leading figure in the industry both as a performer and entrepreneur.

The subtle, everyday hurting of LGBTQI Australians

The subtle, everyday hurting of LGBTQI Australians

Casual homophobia is contributing to poorer mental health outcomes for the LGBTQI community and advocates are raising this issue as Pride Month begins.

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Bless your cotton jocks: town's cheeky bid to retailers

Bless your cotton jocks: town's cheeky bid to retailers

Bless your cotton jocks: town's cheeky bid to retailers

Bless your cotton jocks: town's cheeky bid to retailers

A social media campaign is highlighting the absurdity of being unable to buy a decent supply of socks and jocks in one of Australia's leading cotton regions.

Man becomes fastest runner to cross Australia on foot

Man becomes fastest runner to cross Australia on foot

Man becomes fastest runner to cross Australia on foot

Man becomes fastest runner to cross Australia on foot

British endurance athlete William Goodge is celebrating victory after ending a 35-day marathon journey across Australia on foot, smashing the world record.

Poignant salute to tragic heroes of historic 'babylift'

Poignant salute to tragic heroes of historic 'babylift'

Poignant salute to tragic heroes of historic 'babylift'

Poignant salute to tragic heroes of historic 'babylift'

The heroism of Australian women dedicated to saving war's most vulnerable victims has been remembered at a memorial service marking an unimaginable tragedy.

Mateship, bravery and tragedy unearthed in the outback

Mateship, bravery and tragedy unearthed in the outback

Mateship, bravery and tragedy unearthed in the outback

Mateship, bravery and tragedy unearthed in the outback

Drovers, soldiers, Indigenous trackers, scientists, artists and pioneering women are buried in outback cemeteries, their stories feared lost to time until now.

Life and contributions of 'community hero' celebrated

Life and contributions of 'community hero' celebrated

Life and contributions of 'community hero' celebrated

Life and contributions of 'community hero' celebrated

The first state memorial for a queer advocate has been held for David Polson AM, who participated in a record number of medical trials after contracting HIV.

International Women's Day plants message for future

International Women's Day plants message for future

International Women's Day plants message for future

International Women's Day plants message for future

International Women's Day will have a star-studded line-up of speakers at events across Australia, celebrating this year's theme of March Forward.

Adventurer embarks on next leg of long trek to legacy

Adventurer embarks on next leg of long trek to legacy

Adventurer embarks on next leg of long trek to legacy

Adventurer embarks on next leg of long trek to legacy

An Australian adventurer is preparing to resume her groundbreaking trek on a journey to become the first woman to walk the entire length of the Americas.

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How horses, pumpkins and corn flakes made a bush legend

A craft competition on the back of a cereal box, a deep love of horses and a quirky pumpkin festival have shaped one woman's life of service to rural Australia.

‘Perfect’ Mary clocks up Queeniversary in Denmark

Australian-born Danish Queen Mary has notched a flawless run in the first year since her husband Frederik ascended the throne, royal watchers say.

Bushwalker's tale of survival a 'miracle', rescuer says

The rescue of bushwalker Hadi Nazari in the Australian Alps after an almost two-week search has been described as a "miracle" by one of the men who found him.

Rescued hiker leaves hospital after 13-day alps ordeal

Bushwalker Hadi Nazari has been discharged from hospital after his rescue and is keen for more hikes but an expert has advice for anyone going to remote places.

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Australian conservator joins Antarctic odyssey

A young Australian conservator is about to head off on an Antarctic expedition, restoring artefacts and retracing the steps of legendary explorers.

Time magazine crowns Donald Trump 'Person of the Year'

Donald Trump rang the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange after being recognised for the second time by Time magazine as its Person of the Year.

‘Chart your fart’: call for Aussies to track their gas

Scientists want Australians to record the quality, quantity, aroma, loudness and duration of their emissions using a phone app for a gut health study.

Canine carnage: 10 dog attacks on posties each day

The alarming rate of dog attacks on posties has been revealed, with almost 1300 recorded in the past six months across the nation - an average of 10 a day.

Routine check-up saved man's life, huge tumour found

A Brisbane man had no idea he had a two kilo ticking time bomb lurking in his liver until a routine doctor's appointment found something was seriously wrong.

'Like the Opera House': the tiny halls that loom large

Country halls remain at the heart of small towns in times of both celebration and disaster, but their longevity largely depends on the kindness of locals.

First Nations designs head to India in art exchange

The Bábbarra Women's Centre returns to India to present their new exhibition, Karri-Djarrk-durrkmirri (we work together), in a cross-cultural-exchange program.

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