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After 154 years, the first woman is chosen to lead this major art gallery

Maud Page, the gallery's deputy director, will take on the top job next week, following the resignation of outgoing director Michael Brand in October, after 13 years.

Published: 5h agoFri 21 Mar 2025 at 6:19amSource: ABC ArtsTopic: Libraries, Museums and Galleriesby Hannah Story

41yo accused of spraying 'vile' graffiti on Sydney school and homes

Police allege the man targeted two homes, a Jewish school and a shopping centre with antisemitic graffiti.

Graffiti tagged on the side of a building with police tape in the foreground.

Published: 8h agoFri 21 Mar 2025 at 3:25amSource: ABC NewsTopic: Crimeby Esther Linder

Man charged over allegedly smuggling Dural caravan suspect out of Australia

The man is alleged to have helped Sayet Erhan Akca sail from Australia to Thailand in late 2023 to escape drug importation charges.

Sayet Erhan Akca standing in a gym in a black singlet

Published: 3h agoFri 21 Mar 2025 at 8:36amSource: ABC NewsTopic: Courtsby Lia Harris and Grace Whiteside

Police investigation into TikTok comment uncovers threat to second mosque

NSW Police are investigating a threat made to a mosque in Padstow that references the Christchurch massacre a day after Lakemba Mosque received a similar threat.

Hundreds of Muslims outside Lakemba mosque, with the Palestinian flag flying on the front gate.

Published: 2h agoFri 21 Mar 2025 at 10:13amSource: ABC NewsTopic: Terrorismby Jesse Hyland

Owners of historic theatre threaten legal action against Sydney Metro

Owners of the Roxy Theatre in Parramatta have threatened legal action against Sydney Metro for blocking the development of the near-century old building.

The 'Roxy' sign at the top of the Roxy Theatre.

Published: 13h agoThu 20 Mar 2025 at 11:11pmSource: ABC NewsTopic: Urban Development and Planningby Joshua Boscaini

'Speaks for itself': Assault charge against PNG minister dropped

Jimmy Maladina had been accused of assaulting a woman in Sydney but prosecutors have dropped the charge.

Published: YesterdayThu 20 Mar 2025 at 11:33amSource: ABC NewsTopic: Law, Crime and Justice

Socceroos taking 'strides forward' towards securing World Cup qualification

The Socceroos remain a work in progress, according to coach Tony Popopvic, after a posting a 5-1 win over Indonesia in their latest World Cup qualifier in Sydney.

Nishan Velupillay celebrates a Socceroos goal against Indonesia.

Published: 17h agoThu 20 Mar 2025 at 7:11pmSource: ABC NewsTopic: Socceroosby Henry Hanson and Amanda Shalala

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With every loss you're closer to a win

Andrew Moore, Luke Lewis and John Gibbs dissect the Storm win over the Panthers, preview the Warriors against Roosters game and then look ahead with Billy Moore to the Queensland match up.

Sydney Roosters players congratulate Dominic Young on a try against the Warriors in an NRL game.

Duration: 27 minutes 44 seconds

Source: ListenTopic: NRL

Race and Racism: policies impact on minorities

This week we take you to the Adelaides Writers Week. I sit down with award-winning American Journalist Wesley Lowrey and Reconciliation Australia’s co-chair Kirstie Parker to help us explore the intersections of race, history, and politics.

Duration: 54 minutes 5 seconds

Source: ListenTopic: Indigenous Culturewith Larissa Behrendt

The Bunnies can't wait to get hold of Brandon Smith

South Sydney Rabbitohs forward Jai Arrow joined Andrew Moore, Ryan Hoffman and Ian Cohen for a preview of the Bunnies clash at Shark Park on Saturday night against Cronulla.

Brandon Smith of the Sydney Roosters runs with the football during an NRL game.

Duration: 1 hour

Source: ListenTopic: NRL

Do we need a MAFS intervention?

Channel 9's MAFS, aka Married at First Sight, is a ratings winner with a problematic track record. This season, even NSW Police have gotten involved — looking into a door-punching incident between 'groom' Paul and 'bride' Carina.

A bride and groom dancing in a candlelit room.

Duration: 41 minutes 36 seconds

Source: ListenTopic: Televisionwith Beverley Wang and Hannah Reich

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Dutton says Trump would be his first visit if elected as PM

Dutton draws on his previous experience working with the US administration to argue that he could handle US President Donald Trump.

Duration: 35 seconds

Source: ABC News

Courtroom packed for first appearance of nurses who allegedly threatened Israeli patients

Two Sydney nurses who allegedly threatened Israeli patients in an online video remain on bail with both cases adjourned after their first court appearance today.

Sydney Nurses Face Court: Man in a black hoodie and sunglasses wraps his arms around woman to shield her from media and cameras

Duration: 1 minute 41 seconds

Source: ABC News

Sydneysiders who apprehended man on stabbing spree in 2019 awarded for their bravery

Five years on from Mert Ney's stabbing attack in Sydney, the five men who apprehended the murderer on the street are being awarded for their bravery.

Bravery Recognised: Police pin man to the ground (left), two men photographed wearing firefighter uniforms (right)

Duration: 1 minute 55 seconds

Source: ABC News

Sydney nurses face court for alleged threats to Israeli patients

Two Sydney nurses charged over a video in which they allegedly threatened Israeli patients have appeared in court for the first time.

Sydney Nurses Charged: Men in hoodies shield a woman as she enters her car (left), man outside court with media (right)

Duration: 2 minutes 7 seconds

Source: ABC News

Features

Can this new ramp help people like Sophie access the sea?

Sophie Geeves loves going to the beach but says it is inaccessible for people with physical disabilities. But that may change with a new portable motorised ramp on offer.

A girl in pink swimmer sits in a beach chair on a ramp.

Source: ABC Radio SydneyTopic: People With Disabilityby Isabella Michie

Why are so many dead seadragons washing up on the Northern Beaches?

Northern Beaches residents were shocked to find dead sea dragons washed up on local beaches earlier this week, and marine experts are concerned.

Source: ABC Radio SydneyTopic: Marine Biologyby Isabella Michie

Iconic Luna Park Sydney Wild Mouse ride reopens after restoration project

The heritage-listed Wild Mouse at Sydney’s Luna Park has undergone a massive multi-million-dollar upgrade after over 60 years of bringing cheer to people in the harbour city.

young boy in white tshirt on red roller coaster ride

Source: ABC Radio SydneyTopic: Outdoor Recreational Activitiesby Sally-Anne Young

Melanoma research to continue unabated as Richard Scolyer's brain cancer returns

Professor Richard Scolyer tells ABC Radio Sydney that a clinical trial is the next step for his melanoma research, but will be prioritising family now that his cancer has returned.

Professor Richard Scolye sits in from of a local radio sign.

Source: ABC Radio SydneyTopic: Cancerby Isabella Michie

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Australia Votes: Your Vote, Your Say

This election, the ABC is asking you to be part of the conversation.

Text reads: Your Say. Tell us what's on your mind this election. Have your say here.

Published: 27 Feb 2025Thu 27 Feb 2025 at 3:05amSource: Radio

Pompeii Exhibition Giveaway

Step inside Pompeii and discover life in the ancient city before the fateful eruption of Mount Vesuvius almost 2,000 years ago.

Published: WedWed 19 Mar 2025 at 5:46amSource: ABC SYDNEY

Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru Giveaway

Experience one of the most extraordinary gold collections to ever travel the world at the immersive exhibition, Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru.

promotional image for the Machu Picchu exhibition at the Australian Museum with a gold mask on a blue background

Published: WedWed 19 Mar 2025 at 5:45amSource: ABC SYDNEY

Henry 5 Giveaway

Bell Shakespeare's new production of Henry 5 is showing at the Sydney Opera House this March and April.

Published: 12h agoFri 21 Mar 2025 at 12:03amSource: ABC SYDNEY

NSW Sport

Fri Fix: Usman vs QLD cricket, McAvaney on Coventry IOC appointment, Cleary concussion

Usman Khawaja vs Queensland cricket is the most unexpected feud of 2025 and we have the latest chapter. The opener has delivered a comprehensive breakdown of his version of events and you'll want to hear it.

Usman Khawaja speaks at a Queensland Cricket media conference.

Duration: 15 minutes

Source: ListenTopic: Sport

Sub-zero temperatures can't cool an 'infectious' love for cricket

Cricket in the Snowy Mountains is being rejuvenated by a group of passionate and talented Indian and Pakistani players — even in the dead of winter.

A man holding a cricket ball out in front of him. It's a sunny day with clouds in the sky.

Duration: 2 minutes 25 seconds

Source: ABC South East NSWTopic: Cricket

Socceroos taking 'strides forward' towards securing World Cup qualification

The Socceroos remain a work in progress, according to coach Tony Popopvic, after a posting a 5-1 win over Indonesia in their latest World Cup qualifier in Sydney.

Source: ABC NewsTopic: Socceroos

Saving tennis or grabbing power?

Legitimate concerns about revenue share and workload or a push for control and money? A players association co-founded by Novak Djokovic has filed legal action aimed at disrupting the structure of tennis. Nick Kyrgios is among the signatories.

Nick Kyrgios and Novak Djokovic embrace after 2022 men's Wimbledon final.

Duration: 14 minutes 57 seconds

Source: ListenTopic: Sport

NSW News

Mother's boyfriend known to cause harm before toddler's death, inquest hears

The inquest into a 14-month-old's death after he suffered multiple injuries has heard his mother's boyfriend was known by the Department of Communities and Justice.

Source: ABC RiverinaTopic: Courts

After 154 years, the first woman is chosen to lead this major art gallery

Maud Page, the gallery's deputy director, will take on the top job next week, following the resignation of outgoing director Michael Brand in October, after 13 years.

Source: ABC ArtsTopic: Libraries, Museums and Galleriesby Hannah Story

'You can die': NSW power outage inquiry hears outback horror stories

Residents in the state's Far West, including some relying on medical equipment who feared for their lives, tell politicians about the impacts of rolling blackouts last year.

Woman sitting in a bedroom facing the camera holding the mask of a CPAP machine.

Source: ABC Broken HillTopic: Regional Communitiesby Josh Mercer and Oliver Brown

41yo accused of spraying 'vile' graffiti on Sydney school and homes

Police allege the man targeted two homes, a Jewish school and a shopping centre with antisemitic graffiti.

Source: ABC NewsTopic: Crimeby Esther Linder

National News

Labor to expand 'Help to Buy' shared equity scheme before it begins

Income and property price caps for the housing scheme are set to rise as part of next week's federal budget.

For sale sign on Queenslander-style house that needs renovating in a street in Brisbane.

Published: 43m agoFri 21 Mar 2025 at 11:30amSource: ABC NewsTopic: Housing Policyby Tom Lowrey

West Australian man found guilty of raping 7yo girl

The 58-year-old man, who the ABC cannot legally identify, sexually assaulted the girl between 2015 and 2017.

Green lawn and a straight path lead to steps to an old fashioned building

Published: 3h agoFri 21 Mar 2025 at 9:08amSource: ABC KimberleyTopic: Crimeby Rosanne Maloney

Mother's boyfriend known to cause harm before toddler's death, inquest hears

The inquest into a 14-month-old's death after he suffered multiple injuries has heard his mother's boyfriend was known by the Department of Communities and Justice.

Published: 4h agoFri 21 Mar 2025 at 8:05amSource: ABC RiverinaTopic: Courts

Queensland's first pill testing festival saved by venue shift

Organisers of the Rabbit's Eat Lettuce festival had to scramble after being denied access to their previous site with just weeks to go.

A DJ performing a concert on stage in front a castle covered in lights

Published: 4h agoFri 21 Mar 2025 at 7:59amSource: ABC Southern QldTopic: Carnivals and Festivalsby Peter Sanders

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After 154 years, the first woman is chosen to lead this major art gallery

41yo accused of spraying 'vile' graffiti on Sydney school and homes

Man charged over allegedly smuggling Dural caravan suspect out of Australia

Police investigation into TikTok comment uncovers threat to second mosque

Owners of historic theatre threaten legal action against Sydney Metro

'Speaks for itself': Assault charge against PNG minister dropped

Socceroos taking 'strides forward' towards securing World Cup qualification

With every loss you're closer to a win

Race and Racism: policies impact on minorities

The Bunnies can't wait to get hold of Brandon Smith

Do we need a MAFS intervention?

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Dutton says Trump would be his first visit if elected as PM

Courtroom packed for first appearance of nurses who allegedly threatened Israeli patients

Sydneysiders who apprehended man on stabbing spree in 2019 awarded for their bravery

Sydney nurses face court for alleged threats to Israeli patients

Can this new ramp help people like Sophie access the sea?

Why are so many dead seadragons washing up on the Northern Beaches?

Iconic Luna Park Sydney Wild Mouse ride reopens after restoration project

Melanoma research to continue unabated as Richard Scolyer's brain cancer returns

Australia Votes: Your Vote, Your Say

Pompeii Exhibition Giveaway

Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru Giveaway

Henry 5 Giveaway

Fri Fix: Usman vs QLD cricket, McAvaney on Coventry IOC appointment, Cleary concussion

Sub-zero temperatures can't cool an 'infectious' love for cricket

Socceroos taking 'strides forward' towards securing World Cup qualification

Saving tennis or grabbing power?

Mother's boyfriend known to cause harm before toddler's death, inquest hears

After 154 years, the first woman is chosen to lead this major art gallery

'You can die': NSW power outage inquiry hears outback horror stories

41yo accused of spraying 'vile' graffiti on Sydney school and homes

Labor to expand 'Help to Buy' shared equity scheme before it begins

West Australian man found guilty of raping 7yo girl

Mother's boyfriend known to cause harm before toddler's death, inquest hears

Queensland's first pill testing festival saved by venue shift

Other ways to listen

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