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The Brisbane creeks with 4000 microplastics in just a kilo of sludge
Two popular Brisbane creeks have more than 4000 tiny pieces of plastic per kilogram of sediment, posing a serious possible health threat, a new study has found.
· Julius Dennis
Tiananmen vigil activists await verdict after Hong Kong security trial
From left to right at center, Albert Ho Chun-yan, Lee Cheuk-yan and Chow Hang-tung, all wearing masks and carrying candles, march in Victoria Park on June 4, 2020. This was the last vigil held in the park to commemorate victims of the Tiananmen crackdown on that day in 1989. (Photo by Kenji Kawase)
· Staff Writer
Peter Hollingworth, former governor-general and retired Anglican bishop, dies at 91
Australia’s 23rd governor-general, Dr Peter Hollingworth, has died aged 91.
· Alexander Darling
‘It was something I had to do’: The night Haumole won over his Blues brothers
NSW enforcer Haumole Olakau’atu admits his decision to join a wild sideline melee from off the bench during the Origin decider at Suncorp Stadium in 2024 was “silly”.
· Christian Nicolussi
CFMEU scandal ‘semantics’ further proof of zero-tolerance furphy
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Queensland doctor allegedly sexually assaulted 15 women
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John Travolta flags Australian visit after donating ‘majestic’ Boeing 707 to museum
Cannes: When John Travolta heard that his debut film as director, an hour-long fairytale about a boy’s first trip in a plane, was going to be invited to the Cannes Film Festival, he says he “wept like a baby”.
· Stephanie Bunbury
Contaminated booze that killed teens found in Australian liquor stores
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These students finally found education that worked for them. Now their program is ending
Families in Melbourne’s north-east have been left distraught by their school’s decision to cut its alternative Montessori program.
· Caroline Schelle
Bitter taste: Opposition says taxpayer-funded dinners have become blatantly political
Premier Jacinta Allan’s personal staff decide whether non-government politicians are seen and heard at taxpayer-funded, multicultural events, government communications reveal.
· Chip Le Grand
Notorious Australian serial killer unmasked for the first time
Auto news: Public electric car charging cables cut and stolen at shopping centre
· Joseph Sahyoun
Lotto extension was in the works months before laws allowed it
A secret plan to award the state’s lottery operator a multi-decade licence extension was hatched by the state government at least six months before the law was changed to allow the deal to go through.
· Kieran Rooney
Notorious Australian serial killer unmasked for the first time
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Live frog surprises housemates in Australian farmer's lettuce bag
When Australian farmer Rhys Smoker announced he’d found a live frog in a bag of lettuce, his housemates didn’t believe him.
Amplia takes aim at billion-dollar pancreatic cancer drug market
For everyday punters looking at medical technology companies, the best opportunities often come from identifying a drug that makes other multi-billion-dollar treatments work better. That is the main idea behind Melbourne-based medical company Amplia Therapeutics.
· Murray Ward
BBL in India? Clubs express interest as Cricket Australia awaits final approval
Brisbane Heat back plans to open Big Bash League in Chennai
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Virgin Australia cuts corporate staff as costs spiral for airlines
Virgin Australia has laid off a number of employees in corporate roles, the latest sign of contraction in the aviation industry as it grapples with higher costs triggered by the Middle East war.
· Chris Zappone
Pocock urges CGT changes as Albanese laughs off AI meme campaign
Independent senator warns budget reform could drive tech investment offshore, as PM thanks startups for ‘very flattering’ images
· Josh Butler
Profit ‘aspiration’ or target? WA energy minister cops grilling over future of Synergy
West Australian Energy Minister Amber-Jade Sanderson has faced a budget estimates grilling over the future of state-owned energy provider Synergy, labelling attempts to return the utility back to a profit-earning entity as an aspiration, before quickly changing the term to “target”.
· Michael Philipps
Australia’s $11billion upgrade to keep subs afloat waiting for AUKUS
Australia’s ageing Collins-class submarines will receive $11 billion worth of upgrades starting next month, as the navy extends their lifespan while waiting for the arrival of its first nuclear submarines from the United States.
· James Massola, Brittany Busch
Gas giants’ $11.2m ad blitz before government killed off windfall profit tax idea
The energy industry flooded Australia with advertising arguing against a 25 per cent tax on oil and gas exports, increasing its media expenditure by half compared to a year before, as the proposed policy gained a groundswell of support in the early months of 2026.
· Calum Jaspan
‘It’s not too late’: Judge implores agreement in rugby legal scrum
The judge hearing the landmark lawsuit brought by the directors of the now-defunct Victorian Super Rugby franchise against Rugby Australia (RA) has warned both sides to settle the case before reputations are ruined and costs blow out.
· Sarah Danckert
Hancock mining riches battle shifts to fight over mammoth legal bill
A massive legal battle that pitted Australia’s richest person Gina Rinehart against two rival mining dynasties over iron ore riches has reignited, but this time it’s over legal costs.
· Aaron Bunch
Cricket Australia’s cloud deal at centre of ‘contracts-for-mates’ imbroglio
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· Joel Jenkins
Brisbane council depot land bought for women’s shelter
A section of a council depot in Brisbane’s north will be transformed into community housing for women following an increase in those seeking refuge from domestic violence.
· William Davis
Horse owner fined $10k for claiming he’d never met the man who’d been married to his sister for 20 years
Amer Abdulaziz Salman was better known in Australia by his horses.
· Danny Russell
Young ‘superspreaders’ targeted in bid to avoid repeat of deadly flu season
The state’s nasal spray flu vaccination program will expand to target more young superspreaders in a bid to stave off another deadly flu season, as figures show Queenslanders remain hesitant to get vaccinated.
· Courtney Kruk
Jayson Gillham: ‘Furious’ MSO executive complained about ‘crappy situation’ after Australian pianist’s Gaza comment, trial hears
Melbourne Symphony Orchestra’s then chief operating officer, Guy Ross, tells court he was concerned for Jewish colleague
· Nino Bucci
Gas giant warns Labor on risk of ‘Argentina-style’ industry collapse
One of Australia’s largest gas producers warns the Albanese government risks replicating failures that led to the decline of the industry in Argentina if it curbs gas exports too aggressively and kills off investment in future domestic sources of supply.
· Nick Toscano
Dodgy booze that killed teens found in local liquor stores
Property News: Australia's most expensive streets, and how much it costs to live in them.
· April Glover
Colt Emerson conecta jonrón en su 1er hit en las mayores; Marineros vencen 6-1 a Medias Blancas
Colt Emerson, derecha, de los Marineros de Seattle, recibe un baño por parte de su compañero de equipo J.P. Crawford, para celebrar la victoria sobre los Medias Blancas de Chicago, el lunes 18 de mayo de 2026, en Seattle. (AP Foto/Lindsey Wasson)
Are e-bikes the biggest threat to Sydney pedestrians? Here’s what the figures show
May 19, 2026 — 3:51pm
· Nigel Gladstone
James Tedesco is about to do something Daley, Johns and Hayne couldn’t for NSW
In the weeks that followed James Tedesco’s NSW Origin debut, the fullback spoke about needing to lift his own game if he wanted to keep the No.1 jersey from previous owner Jarryd Hayne.
· Christian Nicolussi
What 3000 more homes around Bondi Junction could look like
About 3000 homes would be built around a revamped Oxford Street Mall, under a Sydney council’s plan to lock in Bondi Junction as the civic and commercial heart of the eastern suburbs.
· Megan Gorrey
Australian medical college leader suspended from position over alleged health and safety breach
Dr Sharmila Chandran suspended until 20 September as Royal Australasian College of Physicians agrees to work with regulator to meet its obligations
· Donna Lu
Hundreds of Aussies infected with rare, deadly disease in 'biggest outbreak in decades'
A resurgence of an almost-eradicated, highly contagious disease in the Northern Territory has now spread across three state borders, in what federal Health Minister Mark Butler has described as a "very concerning" development.The Northern Territory has recorded 133 cases of diphtheria to date, prompting a major push…
· Lara Pearce
Australian taxpayers to pay $11bn to extend lifespan of ageing Collins-class submarines amid Aukus delay
HMAS Farncomb had been due to be retired this year, but is now expected to operate until about 2036
· Tom Mcilroy
BYD surges, Toyota falters as oil crisis boosts EVs in Australia
BYD has enjoyed sharp sales growth in Australia as drivers seek relief from a cost-of-living crisis and rising fuel prices. © Reuters
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The Sydney bus route shake-up that could lead to even longer queues
Residents along part of a key Sydney transport corridor are upset about a looming shake-up to bus services they fear will leave more commuters queuing for longer at stops during peak periods.
· Matt O'Sullivan
Australian lawmaker denounces Israel's 'kidnapping in international waters'
Australian Greens Senator Mehreen Faruqi criticised the Australian government’s response to Israel’s interception of a humanitarian flotilla bound for Gaza, accusing Israeli forces of carrying out “piracy and kidnapping in international waters”.
· Middleeasteye
One line in the state budget has pushed back this dangerous level crossing removal by years
Locals living near a dangerous level crossing in Melbourne’s south-east say they were caught off guard by the state government’s decision to quietly push back much-needed removal works by three years.
· Gemma Grant
ARIA winner TISM causes $18,000 in damage to Sydney Opera House
Tue 19 May 2026 at 2:57pm
· Al Newstead
‘Biggest diphtheria outbreak’ in decades spreads into Queensland, SA and WA
Health minister Mark Butler says vaccines are being rushed into NT communities, with one suspected death
· Melissa Davey
Canberra urges humane treatment for Australians held after Gaza flotilla raid
Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade said it was urgently seeking confirmation about the welfare of Australians believed to have been detained after Israeli forces intercepted Gaza-bound flotilla vessels in international waters on Monday.
· Middleeasteye