'Forensic investigation' launched after woman charged with drug importation linked to companies that reportedly received Australian and PNG government funds
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First official portrait of King Frederik and Queen Mary of Denmark released since ascending the throne
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Archie Moore wins prestigious Golden Lion award at the Venice Biennale, in world-first for Australian artist
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-21/venice-biennale-2024-archie-moore-australia-wins-golden-lion/103750620
Quick Glance: Historic Victory for Archie Moore at the Venice Biennale
- Australia secures gold at the Venice Biennale, known as the 'Olympics of the art world' and the oldest international art biennial.
- Archie Moore, a First Nations artist, is honored with the prestigious Golden Lion for the best national pavilion - a first for an Australian.
- Transforming the traditional white cube of the Australia pavilion, Moore created a massive family tree using blackboard paint and chalk over the past two months.
- Following the Biennale closure, the installation will be reproduced at QAGOMA in Brisbane in November.
HECS indexation is expected to be 4.7 per cent. Check how much extra you could be paying with our calculator
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Elon Musk vows to fight Australian injunction to hide church attack videos on X: Billionaire accuses Canberra of censorship over calls to remove footage of ...
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Papua New Guinea leader responds to Biden comment, saying nation undeserving of cannibalism label
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Quick Glance: Biden's Controversial Cannibalism Remark Offends PNG Leader
- US President Joe Biden's remarks about his uncle's fate in Papua New Guinea during World War II offended Prime Minister James Marape, causing a diplomatic rift.
- Marape's statement highlighted that Biden seemed to suggest his uncle was consumed by cannibals, challenging the nation's reputation.
- During Australian PM Albanese's visit to PNG, he emphasized the strong defense ties and partnership between the two countries.
- White House press secretary Jean-Pierre defended Biden's comments, stressing the significance of honoring his uncle's sacrifice for the country.
Could Australia ban X (formerly Twitter) or is it untouchable? The worst-case scenario for Elon Musk
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-25/elon-musk-x-versus-australia-on-sydney-church-stabbing-video/103761694
The 'Future Made in Australia' plan for solar panels relies on a crucial ingredient: Help from China
abc.net.au/news/science/2024-04-24/australia-need-chinas-help-for-solar-sunshot-manufacturing-plan/100954734
Arisa Trew wins Laureus action sport award after Australian teen's 720 as a 13-year-old
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-23/arisa-trew-wins-laureus-sport-award-for-world-first-trick/103756646
Australian Journalist Says She Was Pushed Out of India: Avani Dias said that she had been denied a visa renewal for weeks because of her reporting on the Sikh ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/world/asia/india-australia-journalist-avani-dias.html
Australia's Katherine Bennell-Pegg graduates from European Space Agency astronaut program
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-23/australian-katherine-bennell-pegg-graduates-astronaut-program/103756002
Priscilla, Queen of the Desert sequel announced 30 years after beloved film's original release
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-21/priscilla-queen-of-the-desert-sequel/103750672
'Obvious' Sydney killer targeted women - Australian police: Joel Cauchi, 40, fatally stabbed six people in a crowded Sydney shopping centre on Saturday.
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Quick Glance: Bondi Junction Shopping Centre Stabbing Victims
- Faraz Tahir, 30, fatally stabbed while working as a security guard by Joel Cauchi, 40.
- Five women and one man were killed, including Tahir, 30.
- Victims identified include Faraz Tahir, Ashlee Good, Dawn Singleton, and Jade Young.
- Three individuals remain critical, eight are stable, and one victim has been discharged.
Former NRL player Terry Hill dies aged 52: Terry Hill, one of the best centres in Australian rugby league in the 1990s, has died aged 52.
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-24/former-nrl-player-terry-hill-dies-aged-52/103764528
Many dead, "others still struggling": Mass strandings of pilot whales in Australia
n-tv.de/wissen/Massenhaft-Grindwale-in-Australien-gestrandet-article24900087.html
Heartbreak High is a global hit. So why aren’t there more Aussie shows like it?: Despite the series’ global runaway success, the future of rich Australian ...
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Australian sprinter Torrie Lewis wins her Diamond League debut in the women's 200m, beating Sha'Carri Richardson
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-21/aussie-sprint-ace-torrie-lewis-roars-to-diamond-league-win/103750470
Double J is 10 years old. Here are 10 highlights from its first decade: Ten years ago, the ABC launched a brand-new radio station aimed at music lovers who ...
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-26/double-j-10th-birthday-10-highlights-music-myf-warhurst-zan-rowe/103765170
Pen pal program helps war widows find friendship and revive the art of letter writing
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-24/war-widows-find-friendship-through-pen-pal-program/103753296
Rafael Nadal bows out at Barcelona Open to Australian Alex de Minaur as fans farewell Spanish great
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-18/rafael-nadal-loses-to-alex-de-minaur-at-barcelona-open/103738216
Quick Glance: Rafael Nadal's Exit from 2024 Barcelona, Defeat to Alex de Minaur in Second Round
- The 12-time champion couldn’t replicate his first-round performance, exiting the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell against the fourth-seeded Aussie.
- Nadal's comeback at the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell concluded in the second round on Wednesday on the unseeded icon's home court.
- De Minaur, seeded fourth in Barcelona, defeated the living legend in a straight-set victory to advance to the third round.
- Overall, Nadal managed just 11 winners to 42 unforced errors, while De Minaur played the cleaner match with 21 to 26, respectively, awaiting the Aussie in the third round will be either No. 16 seed Arthur Fils or Daniel Altmaier.
Regurgitator: Invader review – the new stuff is as good as the old stuff: The Australian band are back on form with one of their finest albums ...
theguardian.com/music/2024/apr/26/regurgitator-invader-album-review
Ian Parmenter, chef and host of ABC TV's Consuming Passions, dies aged 79: Best known as the TV host of Consuming Passions and a long-time advocate for the food ...
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-15/consuming-passions-host-ian-parmenter-dies/103708514
The Surprise: secret Bluey episode drops around the world amid panic the cartoon is ending
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New long Bluey episode The Sign is full of hidden Easter eggs. Here's nine you might've missed
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-14/bluey-special-episode-the-sign-easter-eggs/103684680
Actress, crew see off big marine visitor: Big Jeff, Oamaru’s elephant seal visitor, had a special guest yesterday. English-Australian actress Miriam Margolyes ...
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Australian supermarket axes self-serve tills: A Brisbane supermarket has decided to axe its self-serve checkouts forever due to one very sad reason.
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Biden’s tale of cannibals in Papua New Guinea met with bemusement and criticism: The US president said his uncle 'got shot down in New Guinea' ...
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Quick Glance: Biden's Cannibal Story Causes Confusion in Papua New Guinea
- Joe Biden's claim that his uncle was eaten by cannibals in Papua New Guinea during World War Two has sparked confusion and criticism in the country.
- Official war records state that Finnegan died in a plane crash in the Pacific Ocean, with no mention of cannibalism or the plane being shot down.
- Analysts in Papua New Guinea consider Biden's comments unsubstantiated and poorly judged, especially as the US aims to strengthen ties with the country and counter Chinese influence in the region.
- Some residents were simply baffled by the remarks, while others found them unhelpful and damaging to Papua New Guinea's reputation, particularly after Biden cancelled a planned trip to the country last year.
Violinist Emily Sun on becoming custodian for one of the world's rarest violins: Australian violinist Emily Sun has become the custodian of "The Adelaide" ...
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Janet King actor Marta Dusseldorp talks to Virginia Trioli on ABC TV's Creative Types
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-23/marta-dusseldorp-creative-types-virginia-trioli-bay-of-fires/103734718
Elective surgery wait times almost double in 20 years as patients wait longer in emergency
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-19/elective-surgery-wait-times-almost-double-in-20-years/103742480
History Trust SA launches campaign to restore long-lost Priscilla, Queen of the Desert bus
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-12/bid-to-restore-priscilla-queen-of-the-desert-bus/103699136
9-1-1 Season 7’s Best Moments (So Far), From Buck and Tommy’s First Kiss to Maddie’s Wedding Day Surprise
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Federal government commits $160 million for creation of national firearms register
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-27/federal-government-commits-funding-for-firearms-register/103774904
How Stephen Fry ended up hosting the Australian version of Jeopardy!: The popular quiz-show relies on quick-fire answers, though in person the polymath writer ...
smh.com.au/culture/tv-and-radio/how-stephen-fry-ended-up-hosting-the-australian-version-of-jeopardy-20240419-p5fl4z.html
Damien Guerot, who fought off Bondi Junction attacker with bollard, to be granted permanent residency, lawyer says
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-16/damien-guerot-bollard-man-bondi-junction-attack-visa/103728858
Quick Glance: French 'Bollard Man' Granted Permanent Residency After Heroic Act
- The French man known as 'bollard man' for bravely confronting Joel Cauchi during a stabbing attack in Bondi Junction will be granted permanent residency by the federal government, as confirmed by his lawyer.
- A widely circulated video on social media captured Damien Guerot holding a shopping center bollard to stop the knife-wielding Cauchi, leading to the decision to grant him permanent residency.
- His lawyer, Belinda Robinson, mentioned that the official documentation for his permanent residency was expected to arrive soon, following an online petition to recognize his heroic actions.
- Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton commended Mr. Guerot for his extraordinary bravery and willingness to protect others in danger, highlighting his character as an example of the values they cherish.
Cannibals ate my uncle?! Joe Biden's latest gaffe will hopefully be one of his last before US presidential election – Scotsman comment
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Earthquake of magnitude 6.2 strikes New Britain Region, Papua New Guinea -GFZ: An earthquake of 6.2 magnitude struck the New Britain Region in Papua New Guinea ...
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BOM's first winter forecast of 2024 declares it could be one of Australia's warmest on record
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-12/nsw-winter-forecast-one-of-warmest-on-record/103697742
Anzac Day is this Thursday. Here's where to watch a service and how to make Anzac biscuits
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-22/anzac-day-dawn-service-times-anzac-biscuit-recipes/103739492
Northern communities rattled after Chinese boat arrivals walked into Australia's unfenced Truscott air base
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-24/chinese-boat-arrivals-air-base-western-australia/103742276
Molly the magpie reunited with 'best friend' after public outcry: A Queensland couple have been granted a licence to care for the bird, which they illegally took ...
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Quick Glance: Reunion of Molly the Magpie and Peggy the Staffy
- Molly, the magpie, has finally returned home to the Gold Coast after a 45-day odyssey and has reunited with her unlikely best friend, Peggy the Staffy.
- Queensland's Department of Environment, Science, and Innovation (DESI) made the announcement, signaling the end of the gripping saga.
- Independent veterinary experts have determined that Molly is 'highly habituated' and may have developmental issues, making her unsuitable for rehabilitation or return to the wild.
- Juliette Wells and Reece Mortensen demonstrated their commitment to Molly's well-being by meeting the conditions outlined in the licensing process, including refraining from the commercial exploitation of the bird or its image, participating in wildlife carer training, and collaborating with DESI to ensure Molly's ongoing care and enrichment.
WWII veteran dies on way to dawn service: A World War II veteran died while travelling to a dawn service this morning.
news.com.au/national/south-australia/wwii-veteran-john-atkinson-dies-in-shock-accident-while-travelling-to-dawn-service/news-story/c9a22d22951f92acf3e5e996ed1c678e
From Australian kelpies and pugs to English bulldogs and labradors, learn more about the dogs of Bluey
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-21/meet-the-dogs-of-bluey/103730460
Worshippers watch as a bishop is stabbed at Sydney church: Australian police say a knife attack in Sydney against two clergymen is being treated as terrorism ...
apnews.com/article/australia-church-stabbing-0fd1e9d4ae21915d16318456d1e58bc7
Quick Glance: Bishop's Premonition and Stabbing Incident
- A well-known Sydney bishop, stabbed during a sermon, had been warned of a potential attack on his life in recent weeks.
- The attack on Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel, allegedly by a 15-year-old, occurred at the Christ the Good Shepherd Church in Wakeley on Monday night following a sermon where the bishop mentioned that his death was imminent.
- The bishop clarified that his potential passing would not be an attempt to escape or avoid life, but rather a conscious desire to be with God.
- A 15-year-old boy was arrested after the attack on the bishop and three other men during a service at an Assyrian Orthodox church in Sydney's southwest. The bishop was taken to the hospital with multiple stab wounds and is currently in stable condition.
Travelling solo? Three Australian women share their experiences and tips for going it alone
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-13/solo-travelling-abroad-women-experiences-tips/103608696
Australia's six-way contest for three spots in the women's marathon for the Paris 2024 Olympics
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-26/six-way-contest-three-spots-womens-marathon-paris-2024-olympics/103768154
Australians with ADHD say they struggle to join the defence force, now there are calls for change
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-16/people-with-adhd-struggle-to-join-australia-armed-forces/103553606
Mollie O'Callaghan beats Ariarne Titmus to win 200m freestyle title at Australian swimming championships
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-21/o-callaghan-goes-low-in-200m-olympics-tune-up/103750504
One fateful night, Keith Payne saved 40 lives. Now he's calling for help to save others
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-23/qld-last-surviving-vc-keith-payne-marks-anzac-day/103750708
Australia's uniform for Paris Olympic Games opening ceremony unveiled: The outfits that Australia's Olympians will wear into the opening ceremony of the Paris ...
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-17/australian-paris-olympic-games-uniform-unveiled/103733320
The growing awareness of the impact and importance of Gurkha and Sikh troops during World War I
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-24/anzac-day-gallipoli-gurkhas-sikh-ww1-memorial/103758572
LGBTQIA+ seniors have limited choices for aged care. Julie Peters went searching for options
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-22/ageing-fabulously-compass-julie-peters-queer-trans/103682908
Chapter to be redacted in Australian version of Rebel Wilson's memoir due to legal reasons
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-26/rebel-wilson-memoir-rebel-rising-legal-issues-chapter-redacted/103772432
Quick Glance: Rebel Wilson's Memoir Published in UK with Redacted Passages
- The UK edition of Australian actor Rebel Wilson's memoir will be published with redacted passages concerning her experience on set with Sacha Baron Cohen.
- HarperCollins mentioned that they have blacked out part of a page in the UK edition along with other small sections for legal reasons.
- Rebel Wilson's memoir, Rebel Rising, is set to be released in the UK this week following its earlier release in the US.
- Baron Cohen's representatives rejected the allegations of bad behavior on set and applauded the removal of Wilson's defamatory claims from the UK edition of the book.
Australians are having fewer babies – experts say it could have more consequences than we realise
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-18/australia-fertility-rate-could-predict-the-next-five-years/103692844
Albanese's 'brotherly' Kokoda trek with Marape showed uncommon warmth at a time of frosty geopolitics elsewhere in the Pacific
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-27/albanese-kokoda-trek-marape-showed-uncommon-warmth/103772556
The AM radio crackles, cockatoos caw and the Murray River red cliffs glow at Kulcurna's ode to the fallen
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-25/kulcurna-anzac-dawn-service-murray-river-north-west-nsw/103769478
Boer War letters from Indigenous Australians show it wasn't entirely a 'white man's war'
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-24/indigenous-soldiers-send-letters-home-during-boer-war/103751276
The forgotten follow-up to Romper Stomper that is finally getting its moment in the sun
theage.com.au/culture/movies/the-forgotten-follow-up-to-romper-stomper-that-is-finally-getting-its-moment-in-the-sun-20240416-p5fk7l.html
Young researcher leads identification of new sauropod dinosaurs in outback Queensland
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-12/new-dinosaurs-identified-winton-researcher-scans-hundreds-bones/103695864
Mayura Station's Wagyu steak with 60 per cent marbling crowned Grand Champion : A Wagyu steak with "a satisfying silky mouthfeel" and 60 per cent marbling has ...
abc.net.au/news/rural/2024-04-12/mayura-station-wagyu-steak-grand-champion/103699120
Alliance of peak Australian Islamic groups calls for revision of national terrorism laws
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-26/peak-australian-islamic-groups-revision-terrorism-laws-stabbing/103771484
URGENT: Pope will travel to Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, East Timor and Singapore in longest trip of papacy
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Quick Glance: Pope's Extensive Trip to Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, East Timor, and Singapore
- Pope Francis is set to embark on a journey to Indonesia, East Timor, Papua New Guinea, and Singapore in September, marking the longest trip of his papacy.
- Despite concerns about his health, the Pope intends to undertake this trip, highlighting key religious and political aspects in the visited countries.
- The visit will shed light on the significance of the Pope's presence in these regions, addressing issues such as sexual abuse scandals in East Timor, religious diversity in Indonesia, and societal challenges in Papua New Guinea.
- By visiting these nations, Pope Francis aims to engage with diverse religious communities, emphasizing messages of tolerance, unity, and global peace.
The Masters Apprentices bassist and founding member, Gavin Webb, dies after cancer battle
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-17/the-masters-apprentices-bassist-gavin-webb-dies/103734350
Wisden names Pat Cummins the leading cricketer in the world as Ashleigh Gardner also earns acknowledgement
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-16/wisden-names-pat-cummins-the-leading-cricketer-of-year/103728160
Kokoda Track in 'worst condition' in more than 30 years amid falling tourist numbers
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-23/kokoda-track-tourism-decline-disrepair-png-papua-new-guinea/103743934
Elderly farmer David Morris finds love while volunteering to drive cancer patients to treatment in Victoria
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-15/volunteering-leads-to-marriage-retired-victorian-farmer-and-wife/103663486
What can the government do about X's refusal to take down violent videos?: Amid the rise of misinformation, disinformation and a reported increase in violent ...
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-23/what-can-the-government-do-about-x/103752600
Ariarne Titmus wins 400m freestyle, Cameron McEvoy takes out 50m freestyle at Australian swimming championships
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-20/titmus-mcevoy-fire-at-australian-swim-titles/103748868
‘Devil comet’ to wow Aussies this weekend: Australian stargazers are in for a treat this week, as the rare ‘Devil Comet’ becomes visible in Australian skies ...
news.com.au/technology/science/space/comet-12p-ponsbrooks-aka-devil-comet-to-wow-australian-skies-this-weekend/news-story/3077bf6b9781bf69ab0056a3cdcbdfb2
Quick Glance: Return of the 'Devil Comet' after 71 Years
- The green, horned 'Devil comet' is now visible in Australian skies, offering a once-in-a-lifetime chance to see a unique celestial body.
- The comet, whose nucleus has a 34km diameter, has been likened to Halley's comet due to its molecular structure and was nicknamed 'Devil comet' due to eruptions from its nucleus.
- The 'Devil comet,' also known as 12P/Pons-Brooks, becomes more visible as it gets closer to the sun due to its hot icy core and gas trail. It will be at its brightest on 22 April, but finding it might be challenging as it competes with the full moon.
- Experts suggest initially spotting the comet with binoculars or a telescope, although it will also be visible to the naked eye. It is considered a piece of history and special due to its brightness.
Anthony Albanese to attend Anzac Day dawn service at Isurava, saying 'we will never forget' people of PNG
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-24/pm-gives-dawn-service-address-at-isurava-png/103766126
Australian Foreign Minister raises recognising Palestinian state: Analysis - Penny Wong looks beyond the Israel-Gaza war in advancing her party's long-held ...
rnz.co.nz/news/world/513981/australian-foreign-minister-raises-recognising-palestinian-state
Caloundra Music Festival cancelled as 'tough' economy claims another major event: The Australian music industry has suffered another damaging blow after the ...
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-16/caloundra-music-festival-cancelled-sunshine-coast/103728384
Navy veteran and survivor Brian Hopkins revisits HMAS Voyager collision, considers legacy and value of service
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-25/navy-veteran-survivor-voyager-brian-hopkins-legacy-hmas-voyager/103732834
Beloved Aussie TV chef has died: Beloved Australian TV personality and chef Ian Parmenter has died.
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15+ Broadcast-TV Series Have Yet to Be Renewed — Which Do You Most Want Saved? Vote Here!
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02 Spies in the Outback | Politics, pressure and protest : As the Cold War enters the 70s, it becomes clear that Pine Gap is really a spy base with eyes on the ...
abc.net.au/listen/programs/expanse/politics-pressure-and-protest/103760610
Mary River's rare, endangered species numbers are falling, but scientists aren't giving up
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-25/mary-river-release-program-rare-and-endangered-species/103752518
The ABS won't be asking about ethnicity at the next census. Why do some experts say it's important?
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Terrorism is 'exactly' what women and children experience in family violence, Rosie Batty says
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-25/rosie-batty-family-violence-terrorism/103767924
New albums released in April, from Maggie Rogers, Emma Donovan, Vampire Weekend and more
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Foreign boat numbers spike as government ramps up enforcement on northern coast: The latest government data shows another spike in foreign fishing boats coming ...
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