Organisers hit right notes to boost piano’s popularity
The organisers of a prestigious piano competition have founded a new organisation to promote the instrument across Australia.
Arts Culture and Entertainment
‘Nothing to cover up’: surgeon denies ‘illegal’ clinics
An Australian medical pioneer of prosthetic limb implants has faced a court grilling over his allegedly illegal and unethical consultations with US patients.
Digital dilemma for remote Indigenous communities
Low incomes and poor infrastructure have left remote First Nations communities among the most digitally excluded people in the country.
It’s a picture-perfect way to have eyes on the prize
An image of three sisters taken by photographer Rochelle James has beaten thousands of other entries to win a $15,000 prize.
Suing surgeon failed but is not a monster, lawyer says
The news outlets sued by Munjed Al Muderis reported in the public interest what happened when his surgeries failed, their lawyer says.
Roberts-Smith ‘knew murder claims were true as he sued’
Former SAS soldier Ben Roberts-Smith is battling newspapers that reported war crimes allegations against him over the cost of his failed defamation case.
Star surgeon’s standing scarred by ‘malignant’ reports
High-profile surgeon Munjed Al Muderis has sued Nine over stories claiming he was negligent towards patients who received his prosthetic limb implants.
Hey boy Hey girl, Chemical Brothers return to Australia
UK duo The Chemical Brothers are bringing their block rockin beats back to Australia with shows in Brisbane, Sydney and Geelong.
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Female scientists overlooked in school curriculums
Australian science subjects place an "inaccurate" emphasis on the work of male, European scientists, prompting calls to rework senior school curriculums.
Bruce Lehrmann denies false sex abuse claims are ‘rare’
Expert analysis claiming that false sexual assault complaints aren't common will be opposed by Bruce Lehrmann's lawyers in his cases against two broadcasters.
First Nations Artist’s Century-Old Piano Takes Centre Stage in Brisbane
A 117-year-old piano, hand-painted by Cairns First Nations artist Susan Reys, recently made headlines in Brisbane. The piano, first found at an auction in Cairns, was featured in an orchestra performance. Its unique design and history showcase the artist's talent and cultural stories.
High stakes as billionaire’s crypto gambling firm sued
Stake, a crypto gambling firm backed by hip hop star Drake, has been accused of trading off the reputation of a trading and investment firm with the same name.
Seven’s small win in Ben Roberts-Smith costs battle
Seven has been offered a delay in producing thousands of documents in an ongoing spat over who pays the costs of Ben Roberts-Smith's failed defamation lawsuit.
Murdoch’s News Corp suffers sharp decline in profit
Despite a heavy drop in profitability for the financial year, News Corp has "sound reasons for optimism" as the Murdoch-owned company seeks to leverage AI.
Murdoch’s News Corp cops huge hit to full-year profits
Despite a heavy drop in profitability for the financial year, News Corp bounced back in the second half and sees "auspicious conditions" ahead.
National tour lifts the lid on wonders of ancient Egypt
The finest treasures from ancient Egypt will be on display for Australians to wonder at, with a major exhibition based in the Netherlands touring the country.
Paul McCartney gets back to Australia with stadium tour
Former Beatle Paul McCartney is touring Australia for the first time in six years, ready to rock Down Under with his Got Back Tour.
Public interest beats truth, ABC tells defamation trial
The ABC has said journalists have a public interest in reporting alleged war crimes by Australians whether those claims were later shown to be true or not.
Sonia Kruger wins Gold Logie
Sonia Kruger has taken home the Gold Logie at the 63rd TV Week Logie Awards, hosted by Sam Pang.
Host Sam Pang packs the zingers as Logies get under way
Sam Pang is hosting the 63rd TV Week Logie Awards, where Lego Masters' Hamish Blake is up for a third Gold Logie.
From Beyonce to rural Oz, choir brings songs of hope
South Africa's Soweto Gospel Choir will tour regional Australia from August, bringing culture and entertainment to communities that sometimes miss out.
Former commando lashes ‘shoddy’ ABC war crime reports
News articles claiming commandos executed a hogtied Afghan prisoner in 2012 have been slammed as "shoddy, uncorroborated, reckless" reporting.
Top journalists to provide evidence in Lehrmann case
High-profile journalists Peter FitzSimons and Laura Tingle will provide evidence in the defamation action brought by former Liberal staffer Bruce Lehrmann.
Rare book featuring great southern land goes to auction
A 15th century book featuring one of the earliest acknowledgements of Australia's existence will go to auction at the Melbourne Rare Book Fair.
Rare book featuring great southern land goes on sale
A 15th century book featuring one of the earliest acknowledgements of Australia's existence will be for sale at the Melbourne Rare Book Fair.
War crime claims ‘improbable’, says Ben Roberts-Smith
In his challenge to court findings he engaged in war crimes, ex-SAS corporal Ben Roberts-Smith says the claims are improbable and based on unreliable evidence.
War crime claims improbable, says Ben Roberts-Smith
In his challenge to court findings he engaged in war crimes, ex-SAS corporal Ben Roberts-Smith says the claims are improbable and based on unreliable evidence.
Van Onselen loses Network Ten contract breach lawsuit
Peter van Onselen breached his contract with former employer Network Ten when he wrote a column criticising their business prospects and management.
ABC revives defence in ex-commando’s defamation case
An ex-commando's defamation case against the ABC will go to trial as a defence dropped in a "farce" by the public broadcaster two days ago has been reinstated.
An ugly duckling’s explosive take on Swan Lake
The world's best-known ballet will take on a new life as a chaotic display of acrobatics when a circus company Circa premieres its reimagining of Swan Lake.
Women modernists stand in for postponed APY lands show
An exhibition of Australian women modernists will go on show following the postponement of a major Aboriginal art display due to allegations of interference.