Adelaide Festival board quits over author removal backlash
Adelaide Writers' Week faces collapse as chair and directors resign after removing Palestinian author Randa Abdel-Fattah, sparking mass withdrawals. Premier defends decision.
Adelaide Writers' Week faces collapse as chair and directors resign after removing Palestinian author Randa Abdel-Fattah, sparking mass withdrawals. Premier defends decision.
Perth Scorchers face another contentious catch decision against Adelaide Strikers, days after a similar controversy cost them a match. Full details and fallout here.
Over 30 authors boycott Adelaide Writers' Week after staff reject board's decision to remove a Palestinian author. High-profile names including Michelle de Kretser and Zadie Smith withdraw. Read the full story.
Adelaide Writers' Week is under threat of collapse as nearly 100 writers withdraw over a sponsorship controversy. Discover the crisis facing Australia's premier literary festival.
John Michael Kaleel, 69, has been extradited from Australia to Los Angeles to be sentenced for child sexual abuse. He fled after his conviction. Read the full story.
The Adelaide Festival board has removed Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah from its 2026 Writers' Week lineup, citing cultural sensitivity. A major backer has withdrawn support. Read the full story.
The Queensland Government faces accusations of greenwashing and hiding the environmental impact of a new $3.6bn Olympic stadium at Brisbane's Victoria Park. Critics warn of catastrophic heritage loss. Read the full story.
Pressure mounts for UltraEdge tech after a controversial Snicko call on the final day of the Ashes. England's frustration boils over as another DRS drama unfolds at the SCG. Read the full details.
Canberra teachers speak out on daily physical assaults and disruptive behaviour in ACT public high schools, as reported incidents surge. Education Minister acknowledges more must be done.
A Frederick Irwin Anglican School teacher faces charges of sexual penetration and possessing child exploitation material. The alleged abuse occurred between 2024 and 2025.
A 33-year-old teacher from a Perth Anglican school faces multiple charges over alleged persistent sexual conduct with a teenage boy. She will appear in court later this month.
A 33-year-old WA teacher faces multiple charges for alleged persistent sexual abuse of a male student. She will appear in Mandurah Magistrates Court on January 27.
Brisbane Roar has slammed Central Coast Mariners' interim coach Warren Moon for his 'disgrace' comments after a heated A-League match. The club denies misconduct and is seeking legal advice.
Former US President Donald Trump has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize for his role in the historic Israel-Gaza peace agreement. Read the full story on the controversial award.
Pop star Nicki Minaj has vanished from Instagram following backlash over comments made alongside Charlie Kirk's widow at a US conservative festival. Details on the fallout here.
Central Coast teacher Mia Sheppard, known as 'Crunchy', is spending eight weeks working as an elf in Santa's Lapland workshop. Discover her magical journey from the Australian summer to the Arctic winter.
The Australian-Irish community mourns the sudden death of beloved teacher and athlete Sarah Halpenny in Melbourne. A fundraiser has surpassed $300,000 AUD.
Wollongong PE teacher Phil Saunders has had all charges against him dismissed in local court. Read the magistrate's detailed reasoning and the emotional courtroom outcome.
Alex Carey is central to fresh Ashes controversy as DRS and Snicko decisions spark fury from England. Get the full details on the latest firestorm.
The owner of Snicko technology accepts full responsibility for an operator error that may have denied England Alex Carey's wicket. England consider a formal protest as Carey scores 106.
Townsville school community bids an emotional farewell to beloved teacher aide Julie Waters after her remarkable 41-year career. Read the heartwarming story.
England's bowling coach confirms plans to escalate concerns over Snicko technology to cricket's governing body after Alex Carey's controversial century in Adelaide. Read the full story.
Alex Carey scored a century on Day 1 of the Adelaide Ashes Test after a controversial DRS decision. He admits he thought he hit the ball. Read the full story.
Norlane's Natasha Singh has been named Geelong's Best Kindergarten Teacher for 2025. Discover her inspiring journey and teaching philosophy that won over the community.
Perth Lord Mayor Bruce Reynolds is under fire for controversial remarks about workplace culture. Can he recover from this messaging misstep? Read the full analysis.
A critical Santa shortage in Western Australia has agencies issuing an SOS for teachers and coaches. With under three weeks to go, find out how the festive season is at risk and who's stepping up.
A Gold Coast councillor's $24,000 MG hatch win using a corporate credit card has ignited a debate on council expense policies. Discover the fallout and calls for reform.
Spotify's 2025 Wrapped campaign has infuriated users with its bizarre 'Your Listening Age' feature. Discover how the algorithm calculated ages and why it's causing such an uproar.
Perth mum Indy Clinton's viral video about changing her toddler's birthday from December 18 to 12 has ignited a fierce online debate. Discover why December babies are divided.
A 51-year-old relief teacher in Adelaide has been charged with child sexual offences, prompting letters to parents from multiple schools. The man is on bail and due in court next year.