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True blue Aussie brands revealed

Some of Australia’s most iconic brands are now owned by foreign companies but there are some remain Aussie-owned. Here are some leading local labels and why it matters

SportAn hour ago

Cricket saving lives in South Africa

In a poor place – where boys and girls can get caught up in crime and are overexposed to hardship – cricket has become a powerful weapon for overcoming childhood poverty in South Africa

Health

What makes a healthy milk drink?

The huge rise in food allergies and intolerances has transformed milk into a ‘choose your own adventure’ beverage – but how do plant-based milks compare with cow’s milk for healthy kids?

EXCLUSIVESociety and Culture

Aussie teens make great mates

A new report shows most Aussie teenagers feel they can make new friends easily, however, a close look at the data shows many kids face challenges they can’t control – both here and across the globe

POLLSport

Double dare Deanne’s downhill bid

Female jockey Deanne Panya will swap racing silks for skateboard sneakers as she prepares to represent Australia at the World Skate Games and hurtle downhill on a longboard at 100km/hr

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Society and Culture

What drove awful act against MP?

When a senseless, violent incident against one of Australia’s most respected and decent politicians occurs, cartoonist Mark Knight says we have to ask what was steering the attacker’s behaviour

Sport

Dylan Alcott enters Hall of Fame

‘If you could tell a younger Dylan this was happening, I don’t think he’d believe you’: Tennis champion is welcomed into Sport Australia Hall of Fame with six other sporting greats

Technology

Are you ready for a smartphone?

When it comes to digital readiness, age isn’t the only thing that matters. Most Aussie tweens lack some important skills needed for safely using a smartphone – here’s why you may not be ready yet

VIDEOScience and Technology

Musk’s kids pledge after flying car

The world’s richest man Elon Musk has made another surprising announcement just days after unveiling his amazing flying car – and this one could see 72 million kids share in the wealth of AI

Health

Five simple ways kids can connect

Even small moments of bonding can boost mental and physical wellbeing, according to experts, so let’s embrace Mental Health Month’s theme, because ‘A Little Connection Goes a Long Way’

Money

‘Torturous twist’ of monetary policy

Mark Knight suggests it’s back to the Dark Ages for Aussies on the rack financially, stretched to the limit by RBA interest rate hikes and high inflation, as government spending drives up prices

Explainers

Could my fridge really get hacked?

Hundreds of supermarkets recently had their fridges hacked, leading to thousands of products spoiling, but could this happen at home? Experts say many of our everyday devices are at risk

Environment

Tiny Fijian bee faces extinction

A very wee bee the size of a grain of rice was discovered just two years ago in the trees of the island nation. But researchers believe that 99 per cent have already vanished – what is happening?

VIDEOSport

Kids’ big day out at Bathurst 1000

Two lucky lads in lanyards soaked up the motorsports scene, saw plenty of action on track and enjoyed all the fun things for young fans to see and do when Supercars burned into Mount Panorama

VIDEOArts

Boy’s bird song wins hearts

Major Aussie artists are obsessed with the toe-tapping bird song written by an eight-year-old boy that has become a ‘little bit of a flag’ for human creativity

VIDEOSociety and Culture

Duchess speaks out for girls’ rights

Meghan Markle has shared a heartwarming home video featuring daughter Lilibet on the International Day of the Girl (October 11) while announcing new work to give more girls access to education

History

The secret plot that fooled Hitler

A dumped body with a forged identity and a fake plot to invade two nations – it’s the WWII deception plot credited with saving thousands of lives. Find out how the secret was revealed

Health

Chemicals found in our fresh food

A new report shows some supermarket staples contain traces of pesticides. Find out which foods Aussie families stock up on each week may be tainted and how to reduce your exposure

Sport

‘Hidden’ gems in Games emblems

The Brisbane 2032 Olympic emblems have been unveiled six years ahead of Australia’s third ever Games. What special shapes can you spot in the highly symbolic designs?

Arts

What’s on these spring holidays

The sun is out, the flowers are blooming and there are a million things to do! Check out our favourite school holiday activities across the capitals this spring