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An Energy Institute report looking at bubbling methane emissions in a Queensland river finds the release of such gases could rise significantly with continued coal seam gas mining.

As the Western Christian and Orthodox churches celebrate, leaders have used their Easter messages to reflect on tragedies confronting the world with Pope Francis denouncing "oppressive regimes".

A head-on car crash about 100 kilometres north of Perth, which caused one vehicle to roll over, leaves one man in a critical condition and six others hospitalised.

Richmond coach Damian Hardwick made a little bit of history with his group against the Brisbane Lions, with the Tigers notching four wins on the trot to open a season for the first time since 1995.

In a ramshackle inner Sydney boarding house, surrounded by his collection of Adolf Hitler dolls, a 48-year-old unemployed neo-Nazi plies his trade as one of Australia's most aggressive online trolls.

Having withstood 14 years of violence, including broken bones, shattered teeth and death threats, Mary Fatima Katic finally left her abusive husband.

Under-pressure Collingwood coach Nathan Buckley claims his players "betrayed themselves" in Sunday's loss to St Kilda at Etihad Stadium.

NSW say they will continue to focus completely on themselves as they begin the long road to resurrecting their season from 15th spot on the Super Rugby ladder.

Police investigate a fire that destroyed a Launceston house where human remains, believed to be those of 24-year-old Tyson Timothy Clark-Robertson, were discovered last week.

Racing is a sport that lives on dreams and perhaps the biggest dream of all would be horses galloping down the Harbour Bridge.

With glassy eyes and unsteady voice, Matt Moylan fronted the media for the first time in two weeks and said he wanted to continue as Penrith captain. He said it. He certainly didn't insist it. He didn't put anything to bed.

A willing but by no means polished display from St Kilda has seen the Saints defeat Collingwood by 14 points on Easter Sunday at Etihad Stadium, ensuring Nathan Buckley is back under pressure.

So, when did the unpredictable Panthers become so predictable?

Harley Bennell's long-awaited return to AFL has hit another hurdle after he was removed from a flight on Saturday for being drunk.

Mark Jones says he has no regrets after he was sacked as Newcastle Jets coach on Sunday – other than being denied an opportunity to work with a stronger squad next season.

Of all the statistics Sydney FC have broken this season, the one that has been largely overlooked is perhaps the most impressive. Over the course of their 27 regular-season games, the Sky Blues conceded just 12 goals.

Waratahs coach Daryl Gibson believes it is important to keep a Japanese team involved moving forward.

Renowned comics lead a stellar field in this year's Barry Award.

Rio Tinto's Simandou mine nightmare has taken a colourful twist, with the mining giant dragged into a $10 billion court brawl between Israeli magnate Beny Steinmetz and fellow billionaire and hedge fund legend George Soros.

Proving there is plenty of life left in the old dog, Australian surfer Mick Fanning has powered into the third round of the Rip Curl Pro at Bells Beach.

Speculation had been rife that Donald Trump's administration would intercept a missile to show that it was prepared to finally solve the North Korea problem. In the end, there was no need.

The Rugby League Players' Association is seeking to revamp and take control of the game's agent scheme in a move that could tighten regulations around the conduct of powerful player managers.

In Ivan Cleary's ideal world, no players would be switching clubs mid-season. Then again nothing that has taken place at Wests Tigers lately has been ideal.

Richmond turned the clock back 22 years to match their last 4-0 season start after a big win over Brisbane at the Gabba.

It would appear we finally know what percentage of revenue NRL players are seeking in their current talks with the league.

Canterbury five-eighth Josh Reynolds has backed the club's pursuit of Aaron Woods but insists it shouldn't be at the expense of Bulldogs skipper James Graham.

​Two superb goals from Brett Holman have helped Brisbane overcome a two-goal deficit to beat Wellington Phoenix 4-3 and seal a home A-League final for the Roar.

Canberra Racing chief executive Peter Stubbs backs the Black Opal to remain strong regardless of Golden Slipper's movements.

Controversial call on Zieball's bump divides opinion, three's still a crowd in the ruck, a welcome return, and fair dues to the Dockers.

Hawthorn have had some huge moments. But this Easter Monday clash with Geelong at a packed MCG is, for different reasons, as important as any of them.

Brett Holman winds back the clock with two wonderful goals as Brisbane Roar pips Wellington Phoenix 4-3 in a classic at Lang Park.

Melissa McCarthy has returned to Saturday Night Live to reprise her impression of White House press secretary Sean Spicer, skewering his gaffe last week involving Hitler and the Holocaust.

Rising folk musician Monique Bartkowiak spent double for the flight to Canberra's National Folk Festival when she paid for a seat to carry her cello.

At long last, April the giraffe gave birth on Saturday to a long-overdue calf as more than a million people around the world watched live.

The Canberra Raiders board will meet next month and coach Ricky Stuart's contract could be on the agenda.

Police have been both pleased with and disappointed by the progressive road results.

A 51-year-old man jailed for committing indecent acts in front of a child was less than a month from being released when he escaped from a regional Victorian prison overnight, police say.

ACT Brumbies will see red after SANZAAR concedes possible sin-bin error in Melbourne Rebels loss.

Australian surfer Mick Fanning has celebrated Easter with a win over 11-time world champion Kelly Slater at the World Surf League event at Bells Beach.

A man has been flown to hospital after he was found unconscious in a fast-food restaurant's toilets.

Five Capital Football teams have secured their place in the fourth round of the FFA Cup.

Johnathon Patton buried his Manuka Oval demons to kickstart a massive week for both of Sydney's AFL clubs.

Cronulla's premiership defence looks in full swing after an impressive 28-2 win over the Panthers in Penrith.

An explosion in Syria has reportedly killed at least 100 people, including children, who were part of a bus convoy waiting to cross into government-held Aleppo.

Provincial police commander David Yapu has slammed the "unethical and unacceptable behaviour of the drunken soldiers" who went on a violent rampage at the Manus Island detention centre on Good Friday.

United will now ensure crews riding on its aircraft as passengers are booked at least 60 minutes before departure.

Canberra Raiders five-eighth Blake Austin backs Josh Papalii as the best backrower in the game.

St Patrick's Cathedral was a cultural melting pot of colour and diversity as hundreds of people poured through the wrought iron gates of the early gothic church for the annual Easter Sunday Mass.

The Pacific Motorway was reduced to one southbound due to a traffic crash.

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