How ‘banned’ beaches helped define our culture
By Anna Clark
While the beach and swimming culture might feel like an intrinsic part of “Australianness”, this hasn’t always been the case.
For many of us,
Read more28 January 2026Community
Research unlocks why some people get bad colds
Scientists are closer to understanding why some people get bad colds and others don’t.
Research released this week by the Yale School of Medicine shows your chances of
Read more27 January 2026
Can we trust the bots for health advice?
By Julie Ayre, Adam Dunn and Kirsten McCaffery
Many of us already use generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT for health advice. They give quick,
Read more27 January 2026
Bradman’s Baggy Green attracts record auction price
One of legendary cricketer Sir Donald Bradman’s rare Baggy Green caps was sold at auction today for $460,000.
Lloyds Auctions said it was the highest price ever
Read more26 January 2026
Foodies feast on the 7 food trends of 2026
The prestigious Michelin food guide has released its seven biggest food trends of 2026.
This year the revered restaurant inspectors say there is a general shift towards
Read more26 January 2026
Brisbane welcomes more than 500 new citizens
Brisbane Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner has welcomed more than 500 new citizens from 64 countries in a massive Australia Day citizenship ceremony at City Hall today.
The
Read more26 January 2026
Pioneering astronaut is 2026 Australian of the Year
The first Australian to qualify as an astronaut under the country’s space program – Katherine Bennell-Pegg – has been named as the 2026 Australian of the
Read more26 January 2026
Lighting a candle of hope in a day of mourning
The National Day of Mourning for the victims of the December 14 Bondi Beach shootings will be marked today with a minute of silence and lights in the sky.
Everyone is
Read more22 January 2026
Research opens door for future anti-aging drugs
New research could help pave the way for future drugs to counter the effects of aging.
A Queensland team has discovered a new “stress reduction role” for a naturally
Read more22 January 2026
Toxic tattoo ink needs a rethink
Tattoo ink sold in Australia does not meet international safety standards and contains toxic metals and carcinogenic materials, according to a study published in the
Read more21 January 2026