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The women dubbed ‘ISIS brides’ returning to Australia from Syria, reigniting political debate

Two women and four children who are Australian citizens have returned to Australia after managing to smuggle themselves out of Syria.

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What I learned about healing after surviving the Rwanda genocide

From surviving the Rwanda genocide to rebuilding her life in Australia, Frida uses her voice to inspire healing, compassion and unity.

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‘I was 170th on their list’. What are the health impacts for families who can’t access daycare?

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Afghan Women’s Refugee Team to return to international football, fighting for freedom

The FIFA-backed Afghan Women’s Refugee Team is about to fly out to Dubai for its first chance of international football for four years.

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Kirsty Muddle appointed CEO of Ogilvy for Australia and New Zealand

Experienced business leader Kirsty Muddle has been appointed CEO of creative agency Ogilvy for Australia and New Zealand.

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What I learned about healing after surviving the Rwanda genocide

From surviving the Rwanda genocide to rebuilding her life in Australia, Frida uses her voice to inspire healing, compassion and unity.

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Afghan Women’s Refugee Team to return to international football, fighting for freedom

The FIFA-backed Afghan Women’s Refugee Team is about to fly out to Dubai for its first chance of international football for four years.

Employers push to strip penalty rates from remote admin workers, amid concerns from unions

‘Laser focus’: Krissy Barrett declares leadership agenda as she becomes first woman to lead the Australian Federal Police

Japan’s likely first female PM Sanae Takaichi has ‘Iron Lady’ ambitions

Problem-first innovation: How ACU’s Jessie Technology is revolutionising data capture in aged care

Groundbreaking survey reveals period concerns are driving Australian girls away from sport

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First woman archbishop of Canterbury can’t preside over communion in hundreds of churches

I used to call people out on the internet, thinking I was being noble. Then something changed.

Kylea Tink appointed new CEO of Foodbank Australia

Mum Walk: How one mum’s simple idea is tackling the motherhood connection crisis

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British officials name suspect in deadly synagogue attack in Manchester

AI ‘actor’ Tilly Norwood sends Hollywood into a spin

A royal commission wasted? Labor’s reforms fail to address systemic issues in aged care

Taylor Swift has branded herself a showgirl. These hardworking women have a long and bejewelled history

58 people diagnosed every day: A personal call to action on breast cancer awareness

10 new homes open in Western Sydney to support women escaping domestic violence

Trailblazer for women in conservation: Dr Jane Goodall dies, aged 91

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Employers push to strip penalty rates from remote admin workers, amid concerns from unions

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The women dubbed ‘ISIS brides’ returning to Australia from Syria, reigniting political debate

Latest news

María Corina Machado is the Nobel Peace Prize winner we need in 2025

RFK Jr says circumcision and Tylenol cause Autism — and once again, mothers cop the blame

Child famine has reached the highest level in Gaza, with tens of thousands of kids affected – new study

Paralympic Champions reflect 25 years after Sydney Games

Man who appealed Gisele Pelicot rape conviction has prison sentence increased

‘Not Her Husband’s Achievement’: Sky News slammed for gendered coverage of first female Archbishop of Canterbury

Kirsty Muddle appointed CEO of Ogilvy for Australia and New Zealand

Employers push to strip penalty rates from remote admin workers, amid concerns from unions

Podcast: What the Budget means for women

What I learned about healing after surviving the Rwanda genocide

‘I was 170th on their list’. What are the health impacts for families who can’t access daycare?

Afghan Women’s Refugee Team to return to international football, fighting for freedom

Kirsty Muddle appointed CEO of Ogilvy for Australia and New Zealand

What I learned about healing after surviving the Rwanda genocide

Afghan Women’s Refugee Team to return to international football, fighting for freedom

Employers push to strip penalty rates from remote admin workers, amid concerns from unions

‘Laser focus’: Krissy Barrett declares leadership agenda as she becomes first woman to lead the Australian Federal Police

Japan’s likely first female PM Sanae Takaichi has ‘Iron Lady’ ambitions

Problem-first innovation: How ACU’s Jessie Technology is revolutionising data capture in aged care

Groundbreaking survey reveals period concerns are driving Australian girls away from sport

First woman archbishop of Canterbury can’t preside over communion in hundreds of churches

I used to call people out on the internet, thinking I was being noble. Then something changed.

Kylea Tink appointed new CEO of Foodbank Australia

Mum Walk: How one mum’s simple idea is tackling the motherhood connection crisis

It’s 2025. Why are mums still being told to hide?

British officials name suspect in deadly synagogue attack in Manchester

AI ‘actor’ Tilly Norwood sends Hollywood into a spin

A royal commission wasted? Labor’s reforms fail to address systemic issues in aged care

Taylor Swift has branded herself a showgirl. These hardworking women have a long and bejewelled history

58 people diagnosed every day: A personal call to action on breast cancer awareness

10 new homes open in Western Sydney to support women escaping domestic violence

Trailblazer for women in conservation: Dr Jane Goodall dies, aged 91

Ageism is impacting productivity. This is how we fix it.

Kirsty Muddle appointed CEO of Ogilvy for Australia and New Zealand

Employers push to strip penalty rates from remote admin workers, amid concerns from unions

Ageism is impacting productivity. This is how we fix it.

From our Partners

Problem-first innovation: How ACU’s Jessie Technology is revolutionising data capture in aged care

Mum Walk: How one mum’s simple idea is tackling the motherhood connection crisis

How genetic testing is empowering the path to parenthood

Podcast: What the Budget means for women

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Q&A – Side effects of Breast Cancer Treatment

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