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Queensland police charge 16 further people over out-of-control hooning event
A further 16 people face more than 50 offences, including assaulting police and dangerous driving. ⌘ Read more
Flight from Melbourne to Bali forced to turn around due to a disruptive passenger
Hundreds of Jetstar passengers wake up in Melbourne after their Bali-bound plane was forced to turn back. ⌘ Read more
The astonishing hedonism, excess and love of two great actors
The lives of Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor were devoted at times to each other but always to indulgence. ⌘ Read more
Sydney Opera House or armadillo? This new stadium looks very familiar
A new baseball stadium in Las Vegas is being compared to the design of one of Australia’s most famous landmarks. But is it an accident or intentional? ⌘ Read more
Victoria is the fines capital, expected to rake in almost $1b this financial year
No other Australian jurisdiction is as dependent on fines for cash, but the state government faces pressure to scale back its punitive approach to revenue-raising. ⌘ Read more
High press, high reward: Did the Swans give the footy world a blueprint for beating Collingwood?**
Having a plan is one thing, being able to execute is another. But on Friday night, the Swans borrowed a tactic used successfully by the Brisbane Lions last year, and their high press again brought the Magpies unstuck. ⌘ Read more
‘It’s so unlikely, yet so perfect’: Wild child Robert Irwin calls the shots
He’s been on camera for almost his entire life, but stepping into the co-hosting role on I’m a Celebrity … Get Me Out of Here is a whole new adventure. ⌘ Read more
ASX eyes flat start, tech giants push Wall Street higher
US stocks are rising ahead of a busy week for central banks around the world that could dictate where interest rates go. ⌘ Read more
Asset seizures loom after Trump fails to secure bond for $US454 million judgment
The case, brought by New York state Attorney General Letitia James in September 2022, is one of several legal travails the businessman-turned-Republican candidate faces ⌘ Read more
The world’s biggest tech firms are enabling the most nauseating crimes imaginable
The big internet companies are not even doing “the bare minimum” to protect our societies from the mass-scale paedophilia and terrorist incitement flourishing on their sites. ⌘ Read more
‘Be consistent’: Call for Gazans to receive same visas as Ukrainians after Putin invasion
Palestinian advocates are urging the Albanese government to grant the same rights to people fleeing the war in Gaza as Ukrainians received after Russia’s invasion. ⌘ Read more
Bye-bye, free bays? City of Perth mulls abolishing parking perks, raising fees
The City of Perth council could soon abolish its free nighttime parking incentive and impose an 11.5 per cent increase to its fees after officers concluded the perk was becoming too costly. ⌘ Read more
Airline review: Flying with Europe’s most notorious carrier is excruciating
A flight with Ryanair is to be endured rather than enjoyed – cheap cross-continental trips come with some of the tightest seats in the sky. ⌘ Read more
Here’s why I hate using Google Maps when I’m travelling
I ignore hectoring instructions and commanding blue lines and choose my own route based not on efficiency, but pleasure. ⌘ Read more
Locking up children is not the answer, Premier Minns
Children who commit offences bear responsibility for their actions. But what’s being proposed in NSW will make things worse, not better. ⌘ Read more
Perth’s rental madness: $320pw for a back-garden shed
Pictures of this granny flat’s interior tell one story. The virtual tour video tells another. And together they indicate a crisis. But is there a silver lining? ⌘ Read more
Cruel summer for Perth renters as indoor temperatures hit 37 degrees
Claire Phelan doesn’t invite people to her home. She finds it humiliating that she has to live in unbearable heat. ⌘ Read more
Seven magical things you’ll discover at Spain’s astonishing Alhambra
This sprawling palace complex is one of Europe’s most visited monuments, but you can escape the tour groups and see its more tranquil side. ⌘ Read more
‘I can’t find a place to live’: Unlikely alliance to help workers like Lou
Lou Housego is a registered nurse who works on the north shore. But the 67-year-old may be forced out of Sydney. ⌘ Read more
‘BS on every level’: Why Benji has been caught in the crossfire
The Tigers are fuming about what they believe is a deliberate attempt to undermine Benji Marshall from a disgruntled ex-employee who has never seen eye-to-eye with the coach. ⌘ Read more
Forget museums or palaces, snooping in other people’s homes is more interesting
I’d much rather visit a place that was a real home, one that has its living history preserved. That’s why snooping in famous dead people’s homes is one of my favourite things to do. ⌘ Read more
Was it really hotter inside than out this summer? 100 renters found out
A hot summer, a rental crisis and a cost of living crisis left some homes ranging from uncomfortable to nearly unliveable. ⌘ Read more
Cuddly teddy bear to cold-blooded hitman: Why there will never be another JWH
Jared Waerea-Hargreaves could have a new kitchen with the $28,750 in NRL fines he’s accrued ahead of his 300th game. But then, if he’d always stayed on the right side of the law, he wouldn’t be Jared Waerea-Hargreaves. ⌘ Read more
Can a new relationship survive mismatched texting styles?**
If one person loves texting all day while the other would prefer a phone call, can love still blossom? ⌘ Read more
Nothing magical about GST carve-up: States want four-year forecasts
State treasurers are pressing for key changes to the way the GST is allocated so they know how much money they receive. ⌘ Read more
TikTok lags on extremism as MPs call out graphic content on platform
TikTok is the only social media giant not signed up to a global anti-extremism pact. ⌘ Read more
RecipeTin Eats shares your new favourite midweek chicken breast recipe (and simple, vibrant Greek salad)
Greece is the word when a fragrant lemon and oregano dressing meets grilled chicken and a colourful salad. ⌘ Read more
W hotel may be mind-blowing inside and out, but its restaurant still needs fine tuning
It’s great to have W back in Sydney after nearly 20 years. So does its ambition translate to the dining experience at BTWN? ⌘ Read more
This under the radar newcomer is one of Melbourne’s best cocktail bars, right now
Bloody delicious cocktails. Hyper-elevated bar snacks. Friendly staff. All this wine bar needs is a crowd. ⌘ Read more
Superquiz and Target Time, Tuesday, March 19
Trivia buffs: test your knowledge with today’s interactive superquiz and target. ⌘ Read more
Best of cartoons, March 19, 2024
The news of the day as interpreted by our talented artists, illustrators and cartoonists. ⌘ Read more
The latest illustrations from artist Cathy Wilcox
The latest work by the acclaimed Sydney Morning Herald editorial cartoonist. ⌘ Read more
Best of cartoons, March 19, 2024
The news of the day as interpreted by our talented artists, illustrators and cartoonists. ⌘ Read more
The latest illustrations from artist Andrew Dyson
Some of his best work. ⌘ Read more
The latest illustrations from artist Matt Golding
Illustrations by the artist from The Age. ⌘ Read more
Best of cartoons, March 19, 2024
The news of the day as interpreted by our talented artists, illustrators and cartoonists. ⌘ Read more
Man faces court after woman, 22, allegedly murdered
A man has faced court accused of murdering a 22-year-old woman in a random attack in Perth. ⌘ Read more
A chip off the old flock
Baa humbug! ⌘ Read more
O’Connor declares comeback intent as Reds prime for Wallabies takeover
A former Wallabies star believes he is not a spent force on the global stage, as he declares a Queensland takeover is looming at the top. ⌘ Read more
On two fronts, Crisafulli’s week of wins shows the LNP’s hard road ahead
The state Opposition Leader has ticked-off a key pledge for party renewal and taken a seat from Labor within days. Focus now turns to the biggest looming test. ⌘ Read more
Don’t gulp: The GLP – a combined Labor-Greens party – is inevitable
It doesn’t take a crystal ball to see the 124-year-old Labor Party is in terminal decline in Queensland and eventually in wider Australia. ⌘ Read more
Once fit for a Queen, this stadium will need more than Matilda’s wink
The former QEII Stadium in Nathan is set to become Queensland sporting legend again. It worked for Brisbane once, could it work again? ⌘ Read more
‘Leave it to the experts’: LNP plans to take stadium decision-making out of politicians’ hands
The Queensland opposition blasts the Miles government for ignoring the recommendations of a review into Brisbane 2032 Olympic venues, but is yet to confirm its position on a key proposal. ⌘ Read more
Thanks for the memories: Barnaby bids bye-bye to Braddon
Former deputy prime minister Barnaby Joyce has sold out of the Canberra neighbourhood where he had late-night encounter with a planter box. ⌘ Read more
Rivals interested in Panthers star after cryptic post
Taylan May could be set to leave the Panthers with several clubs interested. ⌘ Read more
'Show respect': Gus' message to Latrell
Phil Gould delivered an ultimatum to Latrell Mitchell after a controversial start to the season. ⌘ Read more
Tigers CEO hits out at Benji critics
Shane Richardson was not left impressed by commentary around Benji Marshall's coaching style. ⌘ Read more
"He has been terrible": Gal's verdict on Ilias
Paul Gallen has delivered a brutal truth on the form of Lachlan Ilias. ⌘ Read more
I’m the child of an addict, and advocates of safe injecting rooms are naive
Readers react to the push by city churches to save the lives of drug users, and the lack of transparency over reserve prices for housing auctions. ⌘ Read more
Inside the ABC’s call to take Lattouf off air
An hour-by-hour look at the events surrounding journalist Antoinette Lattouf’s removal from her five-day stint on ABC Radio. ⌘ Read more
Pangai Jnr spotted with Broncos rival
Tevita Pangai Jnr has been captured hanging around Dolphins figures. ⌘ Read more
Liberal fury at the antics of Alex, the anti-woke senator
Within 24 hours of rolling his senior South Australian colleague for top spot on the state Senate ticket, conservative firebrand Alex Antic was on the attack. ⌘ Read more
Bolt from the blue: Nisbet’s Socceroos call-up has been a long time coming
The Mariners midfielder’s career has been slowly gathering steam since that August night in 2018 when he and Usain Bolt stood side by side at Central Coast Stadium. ⌘ Read more
‘They can win the series’: Eales makes bold Wallabies call as Lions tickets snapped up
The Wallabies have slumped to 10th in the world, but the last man to captain them to a series win over the British and Irish Lions remains optimistic ahead of next year’s clash. ⌘ Read more
Keary KO raises back-line conundrum for Roosters’ rugby-bound stars
The veteran half will observe the NRL’s 11-day concussion stand-down as Trent Robinson weighs up replacement options that could result in rising star Joseph Suaalii going back to the bench. ⌘ Read more
Queensland government spurns report's recommendation to demolish Gabba
Premier Steven Miles has backflipped on his commitment to accept all a report's recommendations into venues for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games. ⌘ Read more
Sex offenders gain access to children through Aboriginal meeting places
Registered sex offenders have signed up as members of Aboriginal meeting places that run cultural tours for children, raising community fears that abusers can get access to kids. ⌘ Read more
Australia’s $63.6b shopping cart: Here’s how your generation spends money online
Australians are shopping more frequently but making smaller purchases, as cost of living pressures force consumers to balance their budgets. ⌘ Read more
The unwanted: High Court to determine the fate of another 127 in limbo
The detainees from Iran, Iraq and Sudan are at the heart of a new test for the government in its attempts to defend the detention regime. ⌘ Read more
Union savaged at Qantas’ illegal outsourcing compensation case
The Transport Workers Union has been told to prioritise its members instead of tweeting as Justice Michael Lee takes it to task for “wasting the court’s time”. ⌘ Read more
New spray offers hope for people with common sleep condition
Aussie researchers offer hope to millions affected by the common and debilitating condition. ⌘ Read more
The detail in the Devil: Why the AFL’s newest club fought so hard for its name
The inaugural chairman of the AFL’s 19th club said he was always going to fight American corporate juggernaut Warner Bros. Discovery for the use of the Devils’ moniker. ⌘ Read more
Adelaide supermarket named world’s best
A supermarket in the Northern suburbs of Adelaide has been named the best in the world. ⌘ Read more
Doctors could get more expensive
Doctors are warning it's going to become even more expensive to see them if upcoming changes to payroll tax aren't dropped. ⌘ Read more
My suburb was meant to be the ‘Toorak of the north’. It didn’t quite get there
Ivanhoe might sound like a place of nobility but its colloquial name tends to dampen notions of upper-class superiority. ⌘ Read more
Is cotton always best? What to know when buying ‘sustainable’ fashion
Are natural fibres always superior to synthetic ones when it comes to sustainability? It’s complicated. ⌘ Read more
The exclusive – but growing – group no one wants to be part of
Three years after being jailed in Iran, I am calm and unflappable. But the anger is still there. I know because my relationship to anger has changed so dramatically. ⌘ Read more
‘It didn’t work. That’s why I never tried it again’: Weir faces tribunal on animal cruelty charges
Darren Weir attempted to corrupt the outcome of the 2018 Melbourne Cup by using an electronic device on his sole runner Red Cardinal a week before the race, the Victorian Racing Tribunal heard on Monday. ⌘ Read more
Man rushed to hospital as car bursts into flames
A man has been taken to hospital after escaping from his crashed car, just before it burst into flames in Adelaide. ⌘ Read more
Woman ‘did stretches before robbery’**
'Flexible burglar' filmed doing stretches before she allegedly robbed bakery. ⌘ Read more
How a specialist Qantas team prevented a Taylor Swift disaster
Qantas has revealed how its specialist team works behind the scenes to manage extreme weather events - even for Taylor Swift shows. ⌘ Read more
Labor frontbencher says the US is not our closest ally
The opposition is calling for Trade Minister Don Farrell to apologise to the United States after he declared New Zealand was Australia’s most trusted partner. ⌘ Read more
Pesutto says he won’t be ‘sued out of a job’ as he braces for two more defamation claims
A year to the day after an anti-trans rights rally was gatecrashed by neo-Nazis, the state opposition leader faces further defamation action linked to the rally aftermath. ⌘ Read more
Uber to hand taxi drivers compensation
Uber will hand cabbies one of the biggest compensation payouts in Australian history after a lawsuit. ⌘ Read more
Senior NSW planning official cleared of wrongdoing by ICAC
The official was stood down after Liberal Party frontbencher Alister Henskens alleged there was a “strong circumstantial case” she had bought a $3.8 million home based on access to planned housing reforms. ⌘ Read more
Dozens of children strip-searched by police over summer
NSW Police strip-searched children, including 12 and 13-year-olds, in the four months after the Minns government promised to review the practice, an FOI request has revealed. ⌘ Read more
Woman pulls three drowning strangers from ocean
A brave woman has risked her life to pull three drowning strangers from the water off an unpatrolled beach near Apollo Bay, in Victoria. ⌘ Read more
Man dies after falling from hot air balloon in Melbourne
A man has plunged to his death from a hot air balloon, landing on a busy street in Preston, Melbourne. ⌘ Read more
‘Beyond comprehension’: Victoria’s hot air balloon industry reeling after tragedy
The popular hot air balloon industry has been rocked by tragedy after a man fell to his death in Melbourne’s northern suburbs. ⌘ Read more
Lawyer killed in alleged hit and run metres away from home
A lawyer left dead on the road metres away from his home in Sydney after an alleged hit and run. ⌘ Read more
Federal government to fight detainees' release in court
The federal government will fight the release of detainees in detention in High Court. ⌘ Read more
Tasmania’s first AFL club logo and colours unveiled
The AFL’s 19th franchise had its official name and colours released on Monday, the league welcoming the Tasmania Devils to the fray ahead of their 2028 debut. ⌘ Read more
Airport strike feared to impact Easter travel plans
Australia’s airport firefighters are voting whether to stop work across Easter, potentially impacting Easter travel plans nationwide. ⌘ Read more
As it happened: Labor plans new immigration defence; TikTok faces new calls for ban
The federal government will move to block the release of more immigration detainees by mounting a new defence in the High Court. ⌘ Read more
As it happened: Brisbane on Monday, March 18
The latest news in and around Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
Soldier killed in Sydney military drill remembered as 'gold standard'
Lance Corporal Jack Fitzgibbon was remembered as 'gold standard' at his funeral service. ⌘ Read more
Israeli forces ‘deep inside’ Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza
Hamas released a statement saying the attack by heavily armed Israeli troops, drones and tanks at dawn amounted to a “war crime”. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Labor plans new immigration defence; TikTok faces new calls for ban
The federal government will move to block the release of more immigration detainees by mounting a new defence in the High Court. ⌘ Read more
More than 800 ‘good-looking’ people rescued from love scam centre
Those trapped were forced to send “sweet nothings” to their victims, peppering them with questions about their day and meals, until they could be convinced to part with money. ⌘ Read more
Punters hoping luck of Irish will turn for import at Hawkesbury
Cormac T looks set to break through in the TAB We’re On Maiden Plate (1800m) after starting his Australian career three weeks ago. ⌘ Read more
Race-by-race preview and tips for Tuesday meeting at Hawkesbury
Everything you need to make your selections for the NSW feature meeting. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Labor plans new immigration defence; TikTok faces new calls for ban
The federal government will move to block the release of more immigration detainees by mounting a new defence in the High Court. ⌘ Read more
We were two blokes arguing over shade ownership. Who do you think won?**
Other beachgoers looked on with a mix of delight and discomfort as the debate raged. ⌘ Read more
Wighton reveals 'swear jar' rule after Latrell interview
Latrell Mitchell's infamous Triple M interview has brought about an initiative at Souths training. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Labor plans new immigration defence; TikTok faces new calls for ban
The federal government will move to block the release of more immigration detainees by mounting a new defence in the High Court. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Labor plans new immigration defence; TikTok faces new calls for ban
The federal government will move to block the release of more immigration detainees by mounting a new defence in the High Court. ⌘ Read more
Fearful prison staff moved at-risk bikie from support unit before his death, inquest told
Despite self-harming in front of staff, Finks boss Brent Reker was moved out of a mental health support unit and into a cell without a psychiatric assessment because medical staff feared him. ⌘ Read more
Australia Post's price hike won't be opposed, ACCC confirms
The ACCC has confirmed it won't oppose Australia Post's price hike to its letter services. ⌘ Read more
Alleged thief stretches before breaking into Melbourne bakery
An alleged thief was caught on camera stretching before breaking into a bakery in Melbourne. ⌘ Read more
Adam Liaw’s chocolate and vanilla mousse
This two-tone mousse is a great make-ahead dessert for your Easter lunch or dinner party. ⌘ Read more