‘A big deal’: the military drills showing Tokyo’s growing focus on deterring China
Combat-ready Japanese troops are being deployed in the Philippines for the first time since Japan’s occupation of the country during World War II
· Seong Hyeon Choi
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· Patrick Brischetto
Qantas flight diverted after strong smell reported
A Qantas plane bound for Perth landed unexpectedly at Adelaide Airport with paramedics on standby after passengers and crew noticed a strong smell.Paramedics were on standby as the plane landed just before midnight, breaking city's curfew but landed safely at about 11.40pm yesterday.They were called to assess about …
· Sarah Swain
Australia v Malawi: Fifa Series women’s international football friendly – live
Updates as Matildas play Scorchers in Kenya
· Joanna Khan
Three dead after horror crash in Perth
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Champions cruise over in Brisbane
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Two men stabbed in Melbourne home invasion
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· Patrick Brischetto
Kate begged for help for drug addiction. It took eight months before it came
For weeks, Kate* kept her bags packed, convinced the phone call that would change her life would come at any minute.
· Marta Pascual Juanola
Britain beats Australia to advance to Billie Jean King Cup finals
Italy’s Elisabetta Cocciaretto, right, serves to Japan’s Moyuka Uchijima during the Billy Jean King Cup match between Italy and Japan in Velletri, Italy, Friday April 10, 2026. (Alfredo Falcone/LaPresse via AP)
In times of need, Canberra usually phones the US. Albanese instead called Beijing
Anthony Albanese has long admired the success story that is Singapore, the city-state that transformed from an impoverished island into one of the wealthiest societies on earth in a single generation.
· Paul Sakkal
Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific and HK Express cut some flights as jet fuel prices rise
Cathay reduction affects flights mainly on regional routes, along with some services to Australia, South Asia and South Africa, from May 16 to June 30
· Wynna Wong
Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific and HK Express cut some flights as jet fuel prices rise
Cathay reduction affects flights mainly on regional routes, along with some services to Australia, South Asia and South Africa, from May 16 to June 30
· Wynna Wong
Hull’s historic triple bid over after post-crash withdrawal
Jessica Hull’s bid to become the first Australian woman to win national titles in the 800m, the 1500m and the 5000m is over after the Olympic silver medallist withdrew from the 800m due to soreness.
· Iain Payten
Firearms seized after police chase in Sydney
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Man dies in Brisbane house fire
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Two stabbed in Melbourne home invasion
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Albanese didn’t return with shiploads of diesel. That doesn’t mean his Singapore visit wasn’t a success
Having received assurances from Singapore over refined fuels, diesel supply will surely be next on the prime minister’s agenda
· Josh Butler
Perth flair: Raiders hold off Rabbitohs in classic at Optus Stadium
South Sydney came agonisingly close to overcoming a 20-point deficit – and the loss of fullback Jye Gray – before succumbing to a Canberra outfit that snapped a four-game losing streak.
· Adrian Proszenko
Fans living it up in Adelaide for Gather Round but future of event uncertain
GWS Giants fans Peter and Dylan Higgs enjoy a beer at the Cathedral Hotel in North Adelaide. (ABC News: Sarah Maunder)
· Eugene Boisvert
Lees closes on special mark with Sydney Cup upset on memorable day
Newcastle trainer Kris Lees went to 19 group 1 wins, just one behind his late father Max, with a thrilling front-running effort from $51 chance Changingoftheguard in the $2 million Sydney Cup (3200m).
· Craig Kerry
Three men arrested, weapons seized after police chase in Sydney's west
Officers chased the men on foot after ramming their car. (ABC News)
Baker tips Perfumist for sweet smell of success despite heavy weight
ATC Australian Derby-winning trainer Bjorn Baker will chase further success on Sunday when he sends talented mare Perfumist to contest the Peter Milling & Company ‘Peter Milling Memorial’ Wellington Showcase Cup (1700m).
· John Schell
How ICC prosecutor dumped war crime investigation into Australian command
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· Stuart McCarthy
‘There’s people dying for your petrol’: while Israel bombs Beirut, Lebanese Australians feel outrage and fear
Religious and community leaders are urging the Australian government to take a harder stance on Israel as it continues to bombard Lebanon
· Caitlin Cassidy
Hollingsworth sensationally reinstated as national champion, after initial DQ
Claudia Hollingsworth (right) was behind Jess Hull when the Olympic silver medallist tripped and fell in the closing stages. (AAP: Dean Lewins)
· Amanda Shalala
He gave a fortune to Victorian children, but lies in an unmarked grave
William Gillies loved literature and the beauty of the natural world, and he wanted the children of Victoria and their families to appreciate the finer things, too.
· Tony Wright
Sydney Sweeney gets major James Bond endorsement from top Hollywood director
Sydney Sweeney’s rumored connection to the James Bond franchise is doing more than fueling fan chatter — it’s reinforcing her reputation as one of Hollywood’s most bankable rising stars.
· Fox News
Man dead as house destroyed in fire in Brisbane's south
Emergency services were called to the house on the corner of Foote and Annear streets in Acacia Ridge just after 1pm. (ABC News)
Devin Carter anota 29 puntos y guía a Kings a victoria 124-118 ante Warriors
Devin Carter, de los Kings de Sacramento, realiza una clavada ante los Warriors de Golden State, el viernes 10 de abril de 2026 (AP Foto/Scott Marshall)
· Josh Dubow
Australia crash out of BJK Cup after Britain secure 3-0 upset with doubles win
Jodie Burrage and Harriet Dart beat Storm Hunter and Ellen Perez 6-3, 6-4
· Australian Associated Press
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Chantelle Al-Khouri is a reporter with ABC News in Sydney. She was a political reporter at Parliament House. She has also worked as a reporter in the Canberra newsroom and at Triple J's Hack.
Champion Molly Picklum falls short in Bells Beach decider
The iconic Bells Beach trophy has continued to prove elusive for Molly Picklum with Australia’s world champion falling short in the final against Gabriela Bryan.
· Melissa Woods
The Age photos of the week, April 11, 2026
Founder and artistic director Andy Freer and puppets, Thylacine from The Swamp and Kelly from the Boom Family. The Melbourne arts organisation Snuff Puppets which makes, and creates shows featuring, giant puppets, might have to close after Creative Victoria stopped funding it.Credit:Justin McManus
· Danie Sprague
Shuttered Laos ‘distillery’ implicated in methanol deaths denies responsibility
Vientiane: A woman involved with a business implicated in the Laos methanol poisonings that killed two Australian backpackers and four others in 2024 claims the operation is innocent and that it never actually distilled its own spirits.
· Zach Hope
Is Sydney Writers’ Festival screwing its writers? This isn’t fiction
April 11, 2026 — 1:30pm
· Melissa Mantle
‘He’s an unreal golfer:’ Day backs Cam Smith after major struggles continue
Augusta, Georgia: Jason Day rallied around fellow Australian Cameron Smith and backed the former British Open winner to rediscover top form after two lacklustre Masters rounds ensured Smith would miss a sixth consecutive cut at the majors.
· Evin Priest
‘We’re in a phenomenal stage’: Aussie athletics boss hails new golden age for sport
On one of the most dramatic nights in the recent history of Australian athletics, it said plenty about the sport’s growing strength that one of its highest profile stars wasn’t even at the track on Friday night.
· Iain Payten
Heathers the Musical review – dark teen comedy is hammy fun, if thoroughly defanged
Arts Centre Melbourne, then touring AustraliaThis candy coloured musical has a bombastic pop-rock score and great stage design, but it erases the grey that made Heathers such a strange and compelling film
· Giselle Au Nhien Nguyen
The potato fields and huts that point to Victoria’s enduring love affair with the spud
In times of economic pressure, as we are experiencing now, Louisa Dunn notices an increased enthusiasm among customers for the potatoes grown on her family farm.
· Benjamin Preiss
Meghan, Duchess of Sussex “can’t wait” for Sydney retreat, host says
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Kamala Harris 'thinking about' another run for president
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· Nick Pearson
Thousands across New Zealand preparing to evacuate as Cyclone Vaianu closes in
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· Joseph Sahyoun
Anisa Nandaula: No Small Talk review – chatty fun with rising star of Australian comedy
Melbourne international comedy festivalThe Ugandan-Australian standup has amassed a significant following online with her almost aggressively bubbly audience interactions
· Alexandra Neill
Ben Roberts-Smith exhibit at Australian War Memorial updated after arrest
An exhibit dedicated to Victoria Cross recipient Ben Roberts-Smith at the Australian War Memorial has been updated to reflect the criminal charges the soldier is facing over the alleged murders of unarmed Afghan civilians and prisoners.
· Nick Newling
Live: Roos meet Lions at Gather Round, Bombers search for first win
A big Saturday of football sees Gather Round spread across Adelaide Oval, the Barossa and suburban Norwood.
· Luke Pentony
Shakeup for WA as major wool handler and seller shifts to Melbourne
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· Kate Forrester
Maja deadlifts 205kg. She wants more Brisbane women to give it a go
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· Brittney Deguara
Two people seriously injured in Melbourne home invasion
Two male occupants were stabbed during a home invasion at Greenvale on Friday night. (ABC News)
Soroka poncha a 10; Sewald deja varada la carrera del empate y Diamondbacks superan 5-4 a Filis
Alek Thomas, de los Diamondback de Arizona, salta hacia el dominicano Geraldo Perdomo para celebrar la victoria ante los Filis de Filadelfia, el viernes 10 de abril de 2026 (AP Foto/Chris Szagola)
· Dan Gelston