| Workers killed as fireworks factory explodes An explosion at a fireworks factory in north-eastern China has left 13 people dead and another 148 injured. abc.net.au |
Mining dispute over Lake Torrens area An indigenous group says mineral exploration could damage an important cultural site in SA's north. abc.net.au |
China threatens new action in Japan boat row China's premier has threatened "further actions" if Japan fails immediately to release a trawler captain, with Beijing staging its highest-level intervention yet in a bitter row between Asia's biggest powers. abc.net.au |
Queensland swimmers head to Games The Queensland quota of the Australian swimming team is on its way to India despite growing international concerns about preparations for the Commonwealth Games. abc.net.au |
'Action, not inquiry' needed to combat Indigenous suicides Aboriginal medical services say more programs to build Aboriginal children's sense of identity are needed to address high suicide rates. abc.net.au |