Illustration
Ex-Sydney childcare worker jailed for 'disturbing and depraved' child abuse
A painstaking victim identification process was undertaken by Australian Federal Police to establish his offending occurred at six of out-of-school hours...
Archive
Browse all published Newsiline story briefs in chronological order.
Illustration
Illustration
Mortgage broker forks out $16k to play tennis against the PM
A mortgage broker forked out $16,500 on Canberra’s night of nights to take his grudge about budget tax directly up to the prime minister in a tennis match...
Illustration
Venezuelans make desperate pleas for help a week after devastating double earthquake
Venezuelans in the coastal city of La Guaira are pleading for heavy machinery to assist in ongoing rescue operations more than a week after a double earth...
Illustration
'Grave breach of trust': Former principal sent to prison
A retired Tasmanian school principal has been sentenced to four years in prison for child sex abuse. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Austra...
Illustration
Icac is investigating a Sydney property developer and NSW Liberals over branch stacking allegations. Who is involved?
Anti-corruption body examining allegations Liberal figures accepted donations to recruit members and also received money from fugitive Toplace developer J...
Illustration
Fans hope to see Thunderbirds win netball grand final for third time
Among the devoted Thunderbirds fans making the journey to Melbourne for the grand final against the Vixens are the Rawlins family, including sisters Tess...
Illustration
Tasmanians warned of ‘loving Neil to death’ as 1,000kg seal’s antics feed ‘double-edged sword’ of fame
Large, potentially dangerous animals in some cases have to be euthanised if there is risky behaviour by the public, wildlife official says Follow our Aust...
Illustration
'Immense breach of human rights': WA strip searches double in three years
The number of people strip searched by police officers in Western Australia more than doubles in three years, leading some to label the practice a human r...
Illustration
A week after Venezuela's quakes, one missed call is keeping hope alive
Families are clinging to signs of life beneath the rubble as anger grows over Venezuela's earthquake response. Newsiline summarises this report from SBS N...
Illustration
Gun buyback deadline expires with most states still refusing to sign on
A federal government spokesperson indicated the scheme would still go ahead, citing the agreement of National Cabinet. Newsiline summarises this report fr...
Illustration
Pictures show interior of Trump's new Air Force One jet
The jet, gifted to the US government by Qatar has been retrofitted with Trump shaking off concerns over the cost. Newsiline summarises this report from AB...
Illustration
Solomon expects 'tap on shoulder' in Bombers coach race
James Hird's open ambitions have done little to sway Dean Solomon, with the interim Essendon coach yet to declare his future plans. Newsiline summarises t...
Illustration
Catholic Schools NSW chief to stand aside amid corruption probe
The head of the body governing the state's catholic schools will stand aside after he was named in a corruption probe investigating donations to the NSW L...
Illustration
Wettest year on record sees controversial and highly flammable weed 'explode'
As buffel grass explodes across Central Australia due to high rainfall, there are fears it will spread further east and threaten landmarks in South Austra...
Illustration
ATAR points bonus recommended to increase Asian language studies
A parliamentary report recommends a sweeping overhaul of Asian language education in Australia, saying the lack of knowledge is a sovereign risk to the co...
Illustration
Russia strikes in central Kyiv kill at least eight people and injure dozens
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy cut his Dublin trip short as the strikes trapped paramedics and drivers at an ambulance station. Newsiline summari...
Illustration
Why F1's rumour mill is speculating futures of Piastri and Verstappen
F1's rumour mill has been in overdrive in recent times about Oscar Piastri's future at McLaren, with his boss having to hose down suggestions the Australi...
Illustration
Big wildfires hit Greece and France
Firefighters have been tackling huge wildfires in parts of Greece and southern France. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and links...
Illustration
MP's company fined $555k over worker's quad bike death
The court heard the 82-year-old worker was not wearing a helmet and the quad had no rollover protection when the crash occurred. Newsiline summarises this...
Illustration
Former St Mary's Hostel site recognised as key Stolen Generations place
Former residents say the heritage listing of the St Mary's Hostel site in Alice Springs is an important step towards healing, truth-telling and rememberin...
Illustration
Where to watch the Socceroos take on Egypt in the World Cup knockouts
Australia's World Cup dream is on the line in a knockout clash with Egypt — and fans nationwide are preparing to watch together. Newsiline summarises this...
Illustration
Australia ranks third-highest for median wealth globally, UBS data shows
Australia holds the third-highest median wealth globally at $306,074, pipped at the post by Luxembourg and Belgium. Newsiline summarises this report from...
Illustration
NDIS fraud 'gaps remain open' as integrity report handed down
A Labor-led parliamentary inquiry into fraud in the NDIS has made 12 recommendations to improve the integrity of the scheme. Newsiline summarises this rep...
Illustration
Are parents reconsidering letting kids play footy over CTE risks?
How is the conversation about lasting brain disease from repeated head knocks on the sporting field impacting parents' decisions about what sports their c...
Illustration
Victorian government to review puppy farm laws amid 'loophole' concerns
The Victorian government will review animal welfare laws to tighten loopholes being "exploited" by puppy farmers. Newsiline summarises this report from AB...
Illustration
Qld ministers attend LNP fundraiser with up to $10k admission ticket
The LNP’s so-called Corporate Observers Program allowed donors to meet with ministers in allocated 15-minute appointments. Newsiline summarises this repor...
Illustration
Government moves to shore up fertiliser supply with $160m plant loan
Ryowa Group has received a loan for its outback Queensland Phosphate Hill asset as the federal and state governments move to ramp up domestic fertiliser p...
Illustration
‘Cruel’ algorithm-based aged care funding tool could have human override reinstated after Senate passes bill
Tool used to determine level of home support funding has frequently under-assessed people and left them without adequate care Follow our Australia news li...
Illustration
Arsonist with 'fixated discontent' jailed over $1.5m hotel fire
A judge has jailed a man who "embarked on a consistent campaign of terror" against his former business partner, including torching the complex containing...
Illustration
Adelaide gets 70 per cent of July rain in one day, farmer has 228.5 reasons to smile
The Bureau of Meteorology says metropolitan Adelaide has received 70 per cent of its median rainfall for July in a single day, as South Australian farmers...
Illustration
Wallabies fullback earns Test recall after 1,316-day exile
Jock Campbell emerges from almost four years in the international rugby wilderness to snare the prized fullback role for the Wallabies in their Nations Ch...
Illustration
Micro 'cockroach' drones help find earthquake survivors in Venezuela
A week after devastating twin earthquakes struck Venezuela rescue teams are using drones, dogs, cameras and specialised listening equipment to search for...
Illustration
Qld man charged over alleged offshore child abuse offences
A Sunshine Coast man is facing court today after being charged by the AFP with child abuse offences, including the alleged live online sexual abuse of chi...
Illustration
Quick hits: Feuding Belgians save the day, England's claims of 'disadvantage'
Belgium stars turn on each other before combining to save their team, England makes claims of "disadvantage", and DR Congo's goalkeeper gives it all he's...
Illustration
Thousands more Perth properties to be subdivided under major shake-up
Major planning changes will allow more Perth home owners to subdivide their properties in a bid to boost housing supply as the city continues to fall shor...
Illustration
Driver dies after crashing into fallen tree as storms lash parts of NSW
Wind gusts of about 100 kilometres an hour were recorded as severe storms hit the NSW Central West overnight with tragic consequences. Newsiline summarise...