6 h. ago ‘I discovered things I had no idea about!’: The factory visit that surprised Dr Karl

In season two of his ABC series, the popular scientist uncovers the history of even more Australian products.

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6 h. ago It’s renowned for wine, but this NZ region has another highlight

It might be globally renowned for its wine, but this hidden gem on New Zealand’s South Island is also a haven for hikers and mountain bikers.

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30 h. ago If you have a problem with thong bikinis, the problem is you

From surf lifesavers to Love Island stars, the thong is a practical beach staple – so why are we only clutching our pearls when women wear them?

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30 h. ago Where we went in 2025: The most popular destinations for Australians

Despite wars, changing entry requirements and a weak dollar, Australians’ love of travel showed no sign of slowing down in the past year.

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30 h. ago The Yasawa Islands are a popular destination in which Pacific country?

Are you an expert traveller? Test your knowledge with this week’s quiz.

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38 h. ago Dozens of people feared dead after fire rips through Swiss resort bar during NYE celebrations

The tragedy struck a bar in the Crans-Montana ski resort, which is popular with tourists.

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41 h. ago Fatalities reported as fire rips through Swiss resort bar during NYE celebrations

Police said more than 100 people were in the building in the luxury resort town, which is popular with tourists.

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53 h. ago Drums, bells and fireworks: How the world is ushering in 2026

South Pacific countries were the first to bid farewell to 2025. New Zealand’s capital, Auckland, held a fireworks display 18 hours before the ball drop in New York’s Times Square.

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69 h. ago Lone protester stares down security forces as growing unrest rattles Iran

Footage of the man in Tehran has gone viral as protests spread rapidly across the country, fuelled by a rare alliance between two groups.

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69 h. ago ‘Death to the dictator’: Biggest protests in years erupt across Iran

Footage of a lone protester staring down security forces in Tehran has gone viral as protests spread rapidly across the country, fuelled by a rare alliance between two groups.

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3 d. ago How to get a harbourside garden, even if you don’t live near the water

Garden designer Anthony Wyer says think of your garden like a house – “full of rooms”, each of which is a destination for a particular activity.

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3 d. ago South Africa’s ‘French corner’ is the ultimate gourmet escape

An hour from Cape Town, the Franschhoek wine valley’s reputation as the country’s food capital is well earned, but it’s not the only reason you should go.

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3 d. ago ‘You decide your destiny’: Why Michael Vaughan is urging Khawaja to bow out in Sydney

Ashes-winning captain has weighed into the debate over Usman Khawaja’s future, and warned England they need to win well at the SCG to prove Bazball still has a pulse.

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3 d. ago ‘Nothing worries me’: Trump waves off China’s biggest war games near Taiwan

Aircraft and warships have encircled Taiwan, as China carries out its most extensive exercises ever around the island, days after the US approved a record arms deal with Taipei.

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6 d. ago ‘I was in a state of shock’: MCC stands by curator after two

The MCG’s reputation as the best Test pitch in the country has taken a battering after staging just the 27th two-day Test in the format’s 148-year history.

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7 d. ago Australian childcare providers call out crippling federal government mandate

Childcare services across the country say they're crippling under pressure, after a federal government mandate to ensure staff are better paid.

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7 d. ago Aussie childcare services call out federal government's mandate

Childcare services across the country say they're crippling under pressure after a federal government mandate to ensure staff are better paid.

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7 d. ago New poll shows crackdown on hate speech popular among voters post Bondi attack

A new poll shows voters are in support of hate speech crackdowns following the terror attack at Bondi Beach.

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7 d. ago Roper hopes to honour Bronte Simpson with country rides at Randwick

Wyong apprentice Anna Roper has been among those rocked by the loss of Bronte Simpson on Monday, and she hopes to honour her friend with a win on Saturday.

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8 d. ago The year Brisbane’s property market leapfrogged past Melbourne

But as the Queensland capital sheds its “big country town” tag, the question looms large: is relief in sight for cash-strapped buyers?

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