The Observer
Saturday 13 June 2026
Autistic teens caught in middle of NDIS funding dispute
Disability advocate Eliza Tait says she struggled after being diagnosed with autism four years ago. Photo: Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS
Duncan Murray

'I cannot escape': mother's anguish at abusive carer

Former child carer David William James pleaded guilty to 11 charges related to child abuse material. Photo: Rocco Fazzari/AAP PHOTOS
Will Nicholas
Opinion

How a familiar taste can unlock a dementia patient's love-filled past

Anna Johnston
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For ageing Australians, Anna Johnston writes, food is about 'far more than nutrition. It connects us to family, culture, and tradition. It reminds us who we are'. Picture by Shutterstock

Abusive parents banned from school grounds in new laws

Nick Wilson
Abusive parents will be banned from school grounds under expanded measures. Photo: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS
Smart money moves into duplexes and dual occupancies thanks to new housing incentives
Nina Hendy
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Duplex demand is on the up according to major building players. Pic: Shutterstock
The surprising shipping container loved by locals and city slickers alike
Tim Grey
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The surprising shipping container loved by locals and city slickers alike
The small stretch of country road causing huge problems
A major highway has been closed for three months, with alternative routes proving problematic. Photo: Steven Saphore/AAP PHOTOS
Stephanie Gardiner
Young and Regional
The 'storm in a teacup' helping first home buyers climb the property ladder
Bailey Forbes
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Nick Hanson. Picture supplied
Opinion

My life is about to become terrifyingly difficult. At least the budget will be in better shape

Jeramy Hope, inset, fears for what life will look like if NDIS cuts are doled out in Jim Chalmers' next budget. Pictures by Keegan Carroll, Shutterstock, supplied
Jeramy Hope
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The wicked equation families are left to solve when you die

Jenna Price
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Wills are vitally important. Not having one can create serious problems when you die. Picture Shutterstock

Teens' mental health worsening due to social media

Allanah Sciberras
Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s has been in place for half a year. Photo: Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS
NDIS reforms on rocky ground at end of snap inquiry
Zac de Silva
NDIS advocacy groups have criticised the federal government's proposed changes. Photo: Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS
'No agreement': states take aim at Labor over NDIS cuts
Federal minister Mark Butler is facing heavy criticism from the states over planned NDIS reforms. Photo: Susie Dodds/AAP PHOTOS
Tess Ikonomou, Andrew Brown and Zac de Silva
Funding mission aims to offers hope for arthritis cure
Sebastian Tan
Arthritis Australia says the loss of personal income for sufferers will hit $2.6 billion by 2030. Photo: Diego Fedele/AAP PHOTOS
Opinion

Beyond numbers: The hidden security test facing modern migration

Clive Williams • 1hr ago
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The key to social cohesion in a multicultural society is more than just tolerance. Picture by Shutterstock

Autistic teens caught in middle of NDIS funding dispute

Duncan Murray
Disability advocate Eliza Tait says she struggled after being diagnosed with autism four years ago. Photo: Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS

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Tax changes spark house listings boom but fewer rentals

Rental listings have shown large annual falls across all capital cities. Photo: Michael Currie/AAP PHOTOS
Lucinda Garbutt-Young

Fuel price pain might remain despite talk of Iran peace

Zac de Silva
Anthony Albanese and Chris Bowen have set expectations their fuel excise cut will wind up from July. Photo: Susie Dodds/AAP PHOTOS

'I cannot escape': mother's anguish at abusive carer

Will Nicholas
Former child carer David William James pleaded guilty to 11 charges related to child abuse material. Photo: Rocco Fazzari/AAP PHOTOS

Murderers jailed for 58 years after bikie gunned down

Miklos Bolza
Killing a man over two stolen cars is conduct the community would find shocking, a judge has said. Photo: Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS

Reporter dragged into fraudster's widower 'shove' case

Miklos Bolza
Anthony Koletti is accused of shoulder-barging a 73-year-old woman and knocking her to the ground. Photo: Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS

Sport

Massive interest in GRNSW's 2026 Puppy Auction

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2025s GRNSW Auction was a major success. This years is just three weeks away. Picture supplied

'I'm insufferable': a dad's shock diagnosis and a footy story that's really about a father and son

Glen Humphries
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Queensland lifting the State of Origin shield is something Marooned author Darren Groth (pictured right) loves to see.
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Grafton community is ready for the 2026 Thunderbolt on Saturday, June 20

The brilliant Badgers Beast who won the 2025 Ladbrokes Thunderbolt in record time. Picture supplied.
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GRNSW renews partnership with Mark Hughes Foundation

GRNSW chief executive Steve Griffin presented Mark Hughes with a cheque for $120,000 from the industry in 2025. Picture supplied
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Record numbers nominated for GRNSW's upcoming 2026 Puppy Auction

Michael Cowley
Breeders and buyers and getting excited about the upcoming GRNSW Puppy Auction on June 28. Picture supplied
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Property

'Under the radar' Peter Stutchbury architectural masterpiece listed in the Hunter Valley

Property
Vista House at 1929 & 1977 Paynes Crossing Road, Paynes Crossing, is listed with Marcus Lloyd-Jones of Modern House. Picture supplied
Jade Lazarevic
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Smart money moves into duplexes and dual occupancies thanks to new housing incentives

Nina Hendy
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Duplex demand is on the up according to major building players. Pic: Shutterstock

ATO's new holiday home tax rule: is it time for you to sell?

Nina Hendy
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The tax changes for holiday homes could force owners to contemplate whether the holiday house is worth hanging onto. Pic: Shutterstock
Budget changes loom: where to find high-yield regional homes under $600k now
Investors thinking ahead about where established property still makes sense will increasingly be looking at cash flow rather than tax treatment says Ray White Group head of research Vanessa Rader. Pic: Supplied
Vanessa Rader
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Dragons half Kyle Flanagan aiming for a win off the field as home's asking price revealed
Brendan Crabb
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Kyle Flanagan (pictured) has listed his home for sale. Pictures: Adam McLean, Cotality
Selling your investment property? Avoid these common and costly mistakes
Mark Chapman
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The decisions that matter most are often the ones made six, twelve or even twenty-four months before the sale. Pic: Shutterstock

New Pentagon UFO files describe glowing orbs over US

US President Donald Trump's government has released its third batch of UFO-related files. Photo: AP PHOTO
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Ukraine seeking more foreign fighters, Zelenskiy says

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Ukraine's military says about 10,000 volunteers from more than ​70 countries have joined the army. Photo: AP PHOTO

Gosford has long been a gateway town - but this hotel changes everything

Sarah Maguire • 1hr ago
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The view from Astra.
Opinion

Beyond numbers: The hidden security test facing modern migration

Clive Williams • 1hr ago
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The key to social cohesion in a multicultural society is more than just tolerance. Picture by Shutterstock

Salute to the cat comrades who provided war-time comfort

Jodie Stewart • 2hrs ago
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J.G Harrison cradles a kitten at the Victorian military training camp at Broadmeadows in October 1916. Picture Australian War Memorial

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Snuffle truffles, learn pottery and discover distilleries in Eat Play Stay

Cover picture: Mitchies Jetty and Cafe in Merimbula. Picture Destination NSW
Emily Gibbs
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How NSW's electricity upgrade is creating regional careers

Swapping mines for wind farms: Kacee found her new careers in the NSW energy shift. Picture EnergyCo
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A simple gift: Fred's vision to end avoidable blindness lives on today

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Blaise can finally see after having successful eye surgery, made possible by generous gifts left in wills. Picture supplied

Community

It's whale watching season. Your expert guide to the spectacular humpback highway

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A humpback breaching the surface near Forster, NSW. Picture Destination NSW

'Too expensive to keep alive': NDIS cuts push MS patients to crisis point

Replacing crucial medical therapies with unsuitable supports.
Anna Houlahan
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Sign outside an NDIS office. File picture

The strict rule inside a retirement village workshop changing young lives

Crafting one-of-a-kind hope for young families in need.
Anna Houlahan
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Brian Bell in the Mitre Joint workshop at Oran Park Village. Picture supplied

Why two friends in their 70s set up camp chairs outside this cafe

WATCH: A bit of 'land lingo' helped these women make a difference.
Anna Houlahan
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Cathy Powell (left) and Colleen White (right) sit beside their Orange Sky van. Picture supplied

Meet the property investors choosing to rent their homes to a survivor

And why it's safer than you think with similar tax concessions.
Carla Mascarenhas
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After initial concerns, retirees Robert and Loretta Woolford are very happy to lease their investment property to a survivor. Picture supplied

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Gosford has long been a gateway town - but this hotel changes everything

The view from Astra.
Sarah Maguire • 1hr ago
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Who's most likely to end up getting long-COVID symptoms?

Emma Horn Bec Pridham
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LONG-COVID: Surveys of COVID-19 patients around the world indicate a stronger link between some genetic precursors and long-COVID development. Picture: FILE
Opinion

Beyond numbers: The hidden security test facing modern migration

Clive Williams • 1hr ago
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The key to social cohesion in a multicultural society is more than just tolerance. Picture by Shutterstock
Opinion

How a familiar taste can unlock a dementia patient's love-filled past

Anna Johnston
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For ageing Australians, Anna Johnston writes, food is about 'far more than nutrition. It connects us to family, culture, and tradition. It reminds us who we are'. Picture by Shutterstock

How a young family is navigating regional healthcare a bit differently

Chelsea Wilson
Aimee and Matt Pearson like many people have had challenges navigating a regional health care system. Picture by Mark Jesser

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Beyond numbers: The hidden security test facing modern migration

Opinion
The key to social cohesion in a multicultural society is more than just tolerance. Picture by Shutterstock
Clive Williams • 1hr ago
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Opinion

How a familiar taste can unlock a dementia patient's love-filled past

Anna Johnston
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For ageing Australians, Anna Johnston writes, food is about 'far more than nutrition. It connects us to family, culture, and tradition. It reminds us who we are'. Picture by Shutterstock
Opinion

We gave up flirting when we all began scrolling

Garry Linnell
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We gave up flirting when we all began scrolling
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Gosford has long been a gateway town - but this hotel changes everything
The view from Astra.
Sarah Maguire • 1hr ago
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6 best travel deals of the week: fly one way to the Gold Coast from just $24
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The Gold Coast. Picture by Unsplash
A three-year ticking clock makes this the ultimate time to visit Norfolk
Anna Houlahan
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Royal Engineers Office, a historic building in Kingston, Norfolk Island, that now serves as a visitor information centre. Picture supplied

Massive domestic flight sale unlocks cheaper school holiday travel

Kids playing on a beach. Picture by Annie Spratt/Unsplash
Anna Houlahan
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I ditched the highways between Sydney and Melbourne - and found Australia's heart

Mark Daffey
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Colbinabbin silo art by Tim Bowtell. Picture by Mark Daffey

Window, aisle or middle? New survey finally settles Australia's great aeroplane seat debate

Sarah Falson
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Are you team aisle, window or middle? Picture by Suhyeon Choi/Unsplash

How kookaburra wings in Florida changed my entire view on travel

Mal Chenu
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Authentic experiences can lie in the everyday rhythm of life, like a canoe in the Amazon. Picture by Shutterstock

The great burger coup: how one Australian city hijacked USA's most iconic dish

Anna Houlahan
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Café Margaret5's burger ranked third in the global list for 2026. Picture supplied
CarsGuide

This Holden is the right car for today

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This Holden is the right car for today
Stephen Ottley
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The car brands beating the Chinese

Tom White
The car brands beating the Chinese
CarsGuide

Five smallest cars in Australia

Laura Berry
Five smallest cars in Australia
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'Fun-to-drive hybrid': Big Mazda CX-5 plan

Byron Mathioudakis
'Fun-to-drive hybrid': Big Mazda CX-5 plan
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'Undriveable': Chinese brand slams rival

Andrew Chesterton
'Undriveable': Chinese brand slams rival
The Senior

From UHF monitors to the boardroom: lessons from 4th-gen dairy farmer

Moroney said their is a wealth of opportunities for women in the dairy industry. Picture supplied
Karen Moroney speaks candidly about the industry she loves.
Carla Mascarenhas
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This 82-year-old Sydney retiree has a genius recipe hack

Peter reveals the AI hacks changing lives.
Phoebe Loomes
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Author Peter Thorpe is de-mystifying AI for seniors, saying the technology can help eveyrwhere from the kitchen to the doctor's office. Picture by Phillip Biggs, inset supplied

'Health gap': booking a doctor's appointment is leaving many behind

The hidden crisis facing older Australians as healthcare moves online.
Carla Mascarenhas
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Rachel Sinanan is conducting a survey on digital health literacy amongst people over the age of 45. Picture supplied
The Land

'The market couldn't be any better': Gundagai weaners match strong prices

Angus Wright, Elders, with John and Elliot Lindley, Gundagai and their pen of 16 Angus steers, 403kg, which were awarded best presented pen of steers and sold for $$2190. Picture by Helen De Costa
Alexandra Bernard
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'Dearer across the board': Carcoar steers surge past 700c/kg in winter sell-off

Alexandra Bernard
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KMWL agents Ryan Browne and Thomas Eyles at Carcoar where prices were dearer across the board. Picture supplied by Luke Whitty, KMWL.

Lifestyle tranquility in a scenic undulating terrain with natural bushland

Mark Phelps
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Overcliffe is within easy reach of Stanthorpe, Warwick and Tenterfield. Picture supplied

Gosford has long been a gateway town - but this hotel changes everything

The view from Astra.
Sarah Maguire • 1hr ago
No comments
Updated

6 best travel deals of the week: fly one way to the Gold Coast from just $24

Staff Writers
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The Gold Coast. Picture by Unsplash

A three-year ticking clock makes this the ultimate time to visit Norfolk

Anna Houlahan
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Royal Engineers Office, a historic building in Kingston, Norfolk Island, that now serves as a visitor information centre. Picture supplied