The swift parrot’s distinctive call was recorded dozens of times in a patch of Tasmanian forest. Then the forest was logged
Scientists estimate the endangered bird’s population has slumped to about 750. But the logging agency responsible for clearing its habitat said it acted lawfully Sign up for climate and environment…
‘Doesn’t make sense to hold on to a combustion engine’: used EV prices rise as Australia’s fuel crisis hits
Stock runs low as oil crunch increases enthusiasm for electric vehicles Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast When a used vehicle rolls into a car…
Aboriginal child moved 1,700km from remote NT community should be returned, family court rules
Judge says boy should go back to his community to learn about stories and rituals ‘that can only be taught on country’ Get our breaking news email, free app or…
Australian Human Rights Commission investigates racial discrimination complaint against NSW government
Investigation comes after South Asian Muslim and caste-oppressed Hindu community representatives lodged formal complaint Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast The Australian Human Rights Commission…
Australia news live: BoM says cyclone Maila may approach Queensland; Chris Bowen calls for Hormuz reopening
Follow today’s news live Watch American sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson win her Stawell Gift heat The Paris Olympic 100m silver medallist started from scratch but powered past the field with ease.…
Iran strikes Kuwait’s oil infrastructure before Opec+ supply talks
Members reportedly agree a rise of 206,000 barrels a day in May, but move symbolic while strait of Hormuz is effectively closed Middle East crisis – live updates Iranian drones…
‘Unhinged madman’: US politicians react to Trump’s expletive-laden threat to Iran
Marjorie Taylor Greene and Bernie Sanders among those responding with alarm to Trump writing ‘open the fuckin’ strait, you crazy bastards’ Middle East crisis – live updates Some US politicians…
Middle East crisis live: Tehran warns Trump over strait of Hormuz threat; Netanyahu suggests Israel helped US rescue airman
US president tells Iran: ‘Open the Fuckin’ Strait, you crazy bastards, or you’ll be living in Hell’; Israeli PM says Trump ‘expressed his appreciation for Israel’s help’ Trump warns Iran…
‘Relentless’: National Gallery of Victoria exhibition celebrates motherhood
This new NGV exhibition examines historical images of maternity alongside works by real artists made during the throes of motherhood Get our weekend culture and lifestyle email When asked about…
The kindness of strangers: I was taken aback by a rude remark. Then it hit me – she was absolutely right
I vividly remember thinking how out of line the shopkeeper was. But as I thought more about what she said, I realised she’d done me a favour Read more in…