Oscars to move to free streaming on YouTube in 2029
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced the Oscars will quit its links with a US broadcaster and move to YouTube in 2029.
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The one tweak that could grow your super by $200,000
A major superannuation fund says a lack of engagement with your super fund can have huge financial consequences come retirement time.
Childcare worker used kids to make sex abuse material
A failed police officer who was moonlighting as a childcare worker has admitted taking explicit images of children as young as four while in his care.
Residents brace for high heat and extreme fire threat
Residents in a state capital face total fire bans and extreme conditions after blazes threatened outer suburban homes with scorching temperatures ahead.
PM seeks advice on perks as furore builds over claims
Anthony Albanese has asked the parliamentary expenses watchdog for advice on travel entitlements as the opposition ramps up calls for a minister to resign.
Smelter’s future secured but cost to taxpayers unclear
Australia's largest aluminium smelter has been handed a government lifeline to ensure it keeps running beyond 2028 amid spiralling energy costs.
Call to end police OC spray use after landmark finding
An activist's six-year battle against a state over its use of capsicum spray at protests has culminated in a landmark finding that police committed battery.
‘Not a victory’: Brittany Higgins bankrupted by ex-boss
Ex-senator Linda Reynolds' bid to have Brittany Higgins bankrupted has succeeded, but the former politician says it's not a victory.
Mine site emissions new battlefield in coal climate war
Coalminers and environmentalists are clashing over a climate report on the sector finding net-zero emissions targets are unlikely to be hit at the current pace.
‘Not ready’: investors chop down deforestation action
National Australia Bank shareholders have rejected resolutions related to deforestation, but its chairman says he has concerns about the practice.
Australia ‘stained’ by its treatment of child offenders
Australia has been slammed for its juvenile justice laws as UN experts sound the alarm over the growing number of people in prison without a sentence.
‘Overwhelming despair’: boat driver’s tears for fiancee
A man seen naked and drunkenly swerving his speedboat before a catastrophic collision that killed his fiancee has broken down in tears as he avoided jail.
Reality TV star facing reality of life behind bars
Trying to avoid charges of unsafe helicopter operating has led to jail for reality TV star Matt Wright on charges of trying to pervert the course of justice.
‘Holding the tide back’: doctor’s plea for health deal
The federal and state governments are being urged to come together to reach a funding agreement for overwhelmed public hospitals.
One mum’s baby bundles become life-changing charity
A pack of newborn clothes posted online and a conversation with a social worker were the beginnings of a charity focused on Indigenous mums and their babies.
Hot and cold: diverging weather risks fires starting
Hot conditions in the west and stormy weather impacting the east of Australia is putting a strain on firefighters battling bushfires.
Modified e-bikes cop another rail ban over safety risks
Converted e-bikes will no longer be allowed on a major rail network, with one state government blaming "after-market add-ons" for causing fires.
Price gouging ban will drive up costs: supermarkets
Lower grocery bills are being promised with a price gouging ban but supermarket giants and retailers say shoppers will be the ones to bear the brunt of costs.
Koala ‘misinformation’ cry as population counts soar
Fresh data reveals Australia's koala count could be much higher than previously thought, as a contentious park to protect the species is called into question.
How Indigenous culture is enriching preschoolers’ days
Parents and children are learning together at one preschool, which has embedded Indigenous language and culture into each day's events.
‘100 out of 10 pain’: the common summer health scourge
Causing excruciating pain, kidney stones can be years in the making - but they're also more likely to hit sufferers in the warmer months.
Rule-breaking AG to repay taxpayers for family holiday
Australia's top law officer will reimburse taxpayers after a family holiday was ruled outside guidelines, but Treasurer Jim Chalmers says she should not resign.
History-making miracle premmie continues to defy odds
Tiny Charlie Jones has made history as one of the smallest premature babies in the country - tipping the scales at just 360 grams.
Budget update to reveal Australia’s fiscal fortunes
The federal treasurer says he's booked another $20 billion in savings in the budget update, but is keeping mum on whether that means a smaller deficit.
Tears flow as community mourns Bondi massacre victims
A devastated community is mourning those killed in a shooting rampage at Bondi Beach as loved ones of the victims say they have been robbed of their happiness.
Savings found in budget update as blowouts add up
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has revealed billions of dollars in savings as other projects in the budget blow out amid "grave" concerns over its bottom line.
Pacific workers stay silent to keep their jobs
Pacific workers in Australia to fill key labour shortages are at risk of exploitation and have a widespread fear of retaliation.
Families’ relief as Snowtown killer’s parole overturned
Notorious Snowtown killer James Vlassakis' parole approval has been overturned by a retired judge, who said his crimes were "gross" and "disgustingly unusual".
Exploding batteries spark probe to stop deadly cost
The deaths of three people and countless fires caused by exploding lithium-ion batteries have prompted a coronial inquiry into how to reduce the risks.
Reiner’s son ‘responsible’ for parents’ deaths: police
Rob Reiner's son Nick has been charged over the deaths of the Hollywood filmmaker and his wife Michele Singer Reiner.
Fierce defence of police as nation mourns Bondi dead
Police officers who responded to the Bondi terror attack have been strongly backed by their premier as further details emerge about the perpetrators.