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Sat, 20 Apr 2024 10:39:00 GMTChile's new icebreaker completes first week at sea
The new Chilean-built “Almirante Viel” icebreaker completed her first week of sea testing on Friday, it was reported in Santiago.
Mon, 15 Apr 2024 21:22:00 GMT
Falklands celebrate close bonds with BAS and RRS Sir David Attenborough
A year ago the Falkland Islands Governor Alison Blake CMG and members of the Falklands community were welcomed onboard the state of the art icebreaker RRS Sir David Attenborough. This week the Governor invited some of the crew ...
Mon, 15 Apr 2024 10:34:00 GMT
Argentine Air Force Saab 340B makes successful first flight to Marambio Base in Antarctica
The Argentine Air Force (FAA) has added the Swedish-built Saab 340B twin turboprop to the list of aircraft able to perform logistics missions to Antarctica after a successful first flight last week. The model is ideal for small...
Fri, 12 Apr 2024 10:12:00 GMT
Milei's recent presence in Ushuaia triggers sovereignty concerns in Chile
Mayor Claudio Radonich of the southern Chilean city of Punta Arenas insisted this week that his country had “deantarticulated” over the past 30 years and urged the political leadership to be much more “intense” in matte...
Wed, 10 Apr 2024 11:09:00 GMT
South Georgia: Invitation to submit proposals to act as Mint for Commemorative Coins
The Commissioner of the Government of South Georgia & the South Sandwich Islands has invited proposals to act as the Government’s Mint for the production of commemorative coins.
Australian Top Stories
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 02:22:26 +0000Man charged with murdering Molly Ticehurst was on bail for charges of rape, stalking, court hears
NSW man Daniel Billings has faced court charged with murdering childcare worker Molly Ticehurst, 28. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says the government will look at "every measure" to stop the "horrifying" rates of violence against women.
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Tue, 23 Apr 2024 07:27:05 +0000
Racism tainted investigation into 1987 deaths of Aboriginal teenagers, coroner finds
The NSW State Coroner finds racism tainted an "inexplicably deficient" police investigation into the 1987 deaths of two Indigenous girls.
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 06:43:59 +0000
Elon Musk's fight with Australian regulators isn't really about the Sydney church attack, or even free speech. It's about power
There has been no shortage of criticism from across the political aisle levelled at tech billionaire Elon Musk for refusing to take down graphic footage in a Sydney church. But this spat is about more than just free speech; it's about power....
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 07:59:07 +0000
A subterranean wonderland lies beneath the Nullarbor. A battle between energy and the environment looms in its future
The Nullarbor Plain is famous for being dry, flat and featureless — but it's a very different story beneath the surface, with an intricate cave system that has remained mostly untouched.
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 07:19:42 +0000
'Emotional moment' as spears taken by Captain Cook are returned to Indigenous community
Four spears stolen by Captain James Cook and his crew after he arrived at Botany Bay more than 250 years ago are handed back to traditional owners at a ceremony in England, in what is among the most significant repatriations of Indigenous ob...
Brisbane Times Headlines
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 19:00:00 +1000Does polyamory make you happier? Yes, but there may be a throuple of hurdles
Many who try polyamory feel they gain substantially from the effort. It seems they share more, with more people, and get more out of it. But there are dangers.
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 18:59:00 +1000
How do you start a business when somebody else owns your name? Use your nose
Following in the footsteps of other founders who have started over, beauty entrepreneur Jo Malone is striking gold a second time.
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 18:58:25 +1000
'Greedy' decision by Gai Vieria's insurance leaves couple rattled six years on from crash
Gai Vieria’s insurance company have slashed her therapy times six years after a police officer crashed into her, laving her with physical disabilities.
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 18:57:47 +1000
Insurance claim denied for worker with cancer
A construction worker struck down by cancer and COVID-19 is mounting a legal campaign after his insurance company refused to honour his lost wages.
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 18:57:13 +1000
Crown gets green light to run Sydney casino
Crown Sydney has been given the green light to operate its casino three years after it was found unsuitable to operate the venue following money laundering admissions.
Canberra Times
Dominion Post
Sun, 14 Jan 2024 16:00:00 GMTTenant who found neighbour hiding in ceiling cavity wins compensation
The man installed a security camera after a washing machine delivered to his home was stolen. But his problems were just beginning.
Mon, 15 Jan 2024 02:50:08 GMT
Wellington wind forces Air NZ flight to divert to Christchurch
The flight from Auckland was unable to land in the capital because of wind shear - a sudden change in the speed or direction of wind.
Sun, 14 Jan 2024 21:41:38 GMT
Kiwibank cuts home loan rates
Drops include popular two-year rate.
Mon, 15 Jan 2024 01:45:30 GMT
Māori King meets PM Christopher Luxon, days before national hui
Kiingi Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII met with PM Christopher Luxon and Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka on Monday.
Mon, 15 Jan 2024 03:21:01 GMT
Person killed in workplace incident by Abbey Caves in Whangārei
The Serious Crash Unit had been advised of the death, police said.
Independent Australia
Thu, 28 Dec 2023 16:00:00 +1000#7 TOP IA STORY OF 2023: Qantas dances the Irish jig on the 'Spirit of Australia'
This razor sharp November story on Qantas by venerated IA columnist Dr Lee Duffield was deservedly one of our most popular of 2023, coming in at seven. read now...
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 17:00:00 +1000
Mike Pezzullo sacked years too late: FLASHBACK 2023
On Monday night's episode of 7.30, former Home Affairs Secretary Mike Pezzullo admitted that he “made mistakes” and “let people down”. read now...
Thu, 18 Apr 2024 07:00:00 +1000
Court finds Lehrmann raped Higgins, MSM: Sure, but did she object enough?
The Federal Court finding that Bruce Lehrmann raped Brittany Higgins, though a huge step forward, will not reverse years of victim bashing, misogyny and rampant rape culture. read now...
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 14:00:00 +1000
The creature of caprice
This short story is an *IA Writing Competition (creative work category) entry. read now...
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 12:00:00 +1000
This Week in IA: The Bruce Lehrmann verdict
This week, the Bruce Lehrmann verdict is examined — the focus being the prevalent rape culture that surrounds the case within the mainstream Australian media. read now...
New Zealand Headlines
New Zealand National
New Zealand Pacific
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 13:07:46 +1200No clear winner as lobbying to form next Solomon Islands government intensifies
At this stage, it is next to impossible to predict the final form of the coalition government because MPs are not legally bound to political parties and can move freely between the different camps.
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 16:44:22 +1200
David Lambourne: Australia-born judge facing potential deportation from Kiribati
An Australian-born judge in Kiribati could well face deportation later this week after a tribunal ruling that he should be removed from his post.
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 10:48:27 +1200
'Not consulted': Cook Islands cryptocurrency bill 'reason for concern', justice minister says
Drumcliffe, a high-value debt collector specialising in international asset seizure, hired at least two Cook Islands-based lawyers to draft the Tainted Cryptocurrency Recovery Bill 2023.
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 15:24:09 +1200
PNG slow with reforms and ongoing restrictions to freedom of expression
Papua New Guinea is failing to meet its guarantees of human rights and civic freedoms, an international alliance of civil society groups warns.
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 11:25:49 +1200
Report into Maui fires disaster expounds timeline, 'acts of heroism'
Fire Safety Research Institute's Derek Alkonis says the investigation gives a forensic study into the fires. He says the next two reports are expected to give potentially incriminating evidence.
New Zealand RadioNZ
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 20:23:32 +1200Vera Ellen wins 2024 Taite Music Prize
Wellington artist Vera Ellen has won the prestigious Taite Music Prize for 2024.
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 19:00:38 +1200
'Life and death situation': Man with cancer had surgery cancelled last minute
Graeme was marked up and sitting in a hospital gown, ready for his cancer operation when he was told his surgery had been cancelled.
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 20:28:55 +1200
Live: New Zealand's best music honoured at Taite Music Awards
Tonight is the Taite Music Awards, honouring the best in NZ music and the best album of the year. Follow along with RNZ's live coverage.
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 19:33:29 +1200
Flooding victims agree changes to emergency management needed
An inquiry into the response to last year's catastrophic storms shows the government must move quickly to save lives and prevent further devastation, those affected say.
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 20:04:09 +1200
Proposed 21.4% rates rise hardest issue for problem-ridden Gore council
Councillors spent Tuesday going through a list of what it could cut to get the rates rise down from an initial 40 percent increase.
New Zealand Top Stories
New Zealand World
Otago Daily Times
Sat, 09 Mar 2024 04:21:23 +0000Person hospitalised with serious injuries following assault in Manurewa
One person has been transported to Middlemore Hospital.
Thu, 07 Mar 2024 22:36:36 +0000
Armed Offenders Squad callout at Christchurch motel
Armed police are currently attending an incident in Christchurch.
Fri, 16 Feb 2024 00:29:14 +0000
Waikato fatal police shooting: Sirens and gunshots shock ‘tight-knit’ community
Police said an armed man entered a stranger’s home.
Sun, 04 Feb 2024 00:26:47 +0000
Police launch investigation after man shot in Kaikohe, town’s second shooting in less than 24 hours
A man was bleeding heavily from what was believed to be a single gunshot wound to the leg.
Thu, 25 Jan 2024 02:39:40 +0000
Young girl found dead after being swept down Fiordland river
Police and search and rescue teams responded to the incident, along with a helicopter.
Planet Tonga
Sydney Morning Herald National News
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 19:01:53 +1000Truck driver pleads not guilty over Exford school bus crash
Jamie Gleeson, 50, will face a jury over seven counts of dangerous driving causing serious injury following the May 2023 collision with a bus carrying 45 children west of Melbourne.
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 18:58:25 +1000
'Greedy' decision by Gai Vieria's insurance leaves couple rattled six years on from crash
Gai Vieria’s insurance company have slashed her therapy times six years after a police officer crashed into her, laving her with physical disabilities.
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 18:57:47 +1000
Insurance claim denied for worker with cancer
A construction worker struck down by cancer and COVID-19 is mounting a legal campaign after his insurance company refused to honour his lost wages.
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 18:57:13 +1000
Crown gets green light to run Sydney casino
Crown Sydney has been given the green light to operate its casino three years after it was found unsuitable to operate the venue following money laundering admissions.
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 18:54:46 +1000
Unions call for wanding laws amid rise in knife crime
Unions are calling on the NSW government to urgently introduce new laws to allow police to conduct non-invasive knife searches following a surge in stabbings across the state.
Sydney Morning Herald World News
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 18:23:10 +1000Trump criminal trial hears opening statements
Donald Trump's criminal trial has began, with opening statements made to the jury.
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 17:34:44 +1000
Mass arrests at university campuses as pro-Palestine protests escalate in US
Crackdowns by police came after Columbia University cancelled in-person classes in response to tent encampments at its New York City campus last week.
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 16:46:54 +1000
Military helicopter crash kills 10 people in Malaysia
Two military helicopters have crashed mid-air in Malaysia, killing 10 people.
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 15:07:51 +1000
World of photos, April 24, 2024
The best photos from the international wire agencies as chosen by our picture editors.
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 11:57:42 +1000
Donald Trump historic criminal trial opens in New York
Former US president Donald Trump accused of paying hush money to adult film star at historic trial.
The Age
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTShorten veers left on treaty, boats
Bill Shorten has sparked a political storm over sudden policy moves that appeal to the Labor Left.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Course set for vote failure
Progressive politics is close to killing off the worthy idea of constitutional recognition of the indigenous peoples.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Labor props up budget with raids
Queensland Treasurer Curtis Pitt has ordered sweeping raids to prop up the cash-strapped state’s ailing budget.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Fears over Brexit wipe $30bn
Shares fell yesterday, wiping more than $30 billion in value, as investors braced for a British vote to leave the EU.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:15:00 GMT
‘Dole destiny’ for STEM grads
Efforts to increase the number of people studying science and maths are wrongheaded, says Productivity Commission.
The Australian
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTShorten veers left on treaty, boats
Bill Shorten has sparked a political storm over sudden policy moves that appeal to the Labor Left.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Course set for vote failure
Progressive politics is close to killing off the worthy idea of constitutional recognition of the indigenous peoples.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Labor props up budget with raids
Queensland Treasurer Curtis Pitt has ordered sweeping raids to prop up the cash-strapped state’s ailing budget.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Fears over Brexit wipe $30bn
Shares fell yesterday, wiping more than $30 billion in value, as investors braced for a British vote to leave the EU.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:15:00 GMT
‘Dole destiny’ for STEM grads
Efforts to increase the number of people studying science and maths are wrongheaded, says Productivity Commission.