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The most fascinating traveller I have ever met
Meet Marco Brey, a traveller who goes to places few others dare to tread – but not for Instagram fame. ⌘ Read more
Renewable energy boost turns up heat on existing power plants
The energy industry is warning greater co-ordination is needed to ensure new supplies are built in time for more coal-fired power plant closures. ⌘ Read more
Jim’s Politics? Mowing mogul launches April 1 political party
Franchise tycoon Jim Penman confirms the political launch was a “lark” – but insists Victoria’s housing crisis is no joke. ⌘ Read more
Australia and Israel’s relationship hits new low after aid worker killed in Gaza
Australian Zomi Frankcom was among four foreign aid workers killed in an Israeli airstrike while providing food assistance in Gaza. ⌘ Read more
A $361 steak, $10,000 on massages: ex-Seven producer details alleged Lehrmann expenses
Taylor Auerbach, a former producer at Seven, has claimed a raft of expenses were covered by the network as it negotiated an interview deal with Bruce Lehrmann. ⌘ Read more
Superquiz and Target Time, Wednesday, April 3
Trivia buffs: test your knowledge with today’s interactive superquiz and target. ⌘ Read more
AFL makes call on Hawkins’ change room phone use; Tiger Baker’s one-game ban stands
The AFL has dealt Geelong an official warning after star forward Tom Hawkins was seen accessing a mobile phone during a break in play. Meanwhile, Richmond have suffered another blow at the tribunal ahead of Gather Round. ⌘ Read more
Dutton whacks ‘supine’ CEOs in pitch to working class
The Coalition leader’s speech comes at an important moment for an opposition that faces questions about its economic agenda and remains behind in the polls. ⌘ Read more
Best of cartoons, April 3, 2024
The news of the day as interpreted by our talented artists, illustrators and cartoonists. ⌘ Read more
The latest illustrations from artist Simon Letch
Gallery of illustrations by the Sydney Morning Herald artist. ⌘ Read more
The latest illustrations from artist Matt Golding
Illustrations by the artist from The Age. ⌘ Read more
Best of cartoons, April 3, 2024
The news of the day as interpreted by our talented artists, illustrators and cartoonists. ⌘ Read more
Family of teen who died in youth detention demand change
The family of Cleveland Dodd, who died in youth detention, are demanding change. ⌘ Read more
Man found dead after Perth house fire
A man has been found dead after a fire tore through a house in Perth. ⌘ Read more
Lycra verging on the ridiculous
When will the cycle of pomposity end? ⌘ Read more
Jury verdicts suppressed in Perth restaurant owner’s rape trial
A jury’s decision relating to the charges against a Perth restaurant owner accused of sexually assaulting eight women has been suppressed by the courts on Tuesday afternoon. ⌘ Read more
The silver lining to Splendour’s demise
While sad, the demise of Splendour in the Grass does have an upside, especially for … ahem … more mature music fans in Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
Tom Burgess ribs big brother Sam
South Sydney prop Tom Burgess had a playful dig at Sam Burgess, who left his coaching role with the Rabbitohs in 2023. ⌘ Read more
There’s some ‘subconscious bias’ against Ginnivan on frees: ex-Hawthorn coach
Hawthorn forward Jack Ginnivan has not been given frees for high contact that he deserves because of what looks like “subconscious bias” by umpires, according to Peter Schwab. ⌘ Read more
Ten wins bombshell bid to reopen defence in Lehrmann case
Federal Court Justice Michael Lee will allow Ten to call former a Seven producer to give evidence as part of its defence to Bruce Lehrmann’s defamation case. ⌘ Read more
Taking a wrecking ball to the MCG a terrible waste
Readers react to attempts to rebuild and repurpose Melbourne landmarks, and horrific reports on life inside Gaza. ⌘ Read more
Dragons tell Lomax he can leave
The Dragons have given polarising star Zac Lomax permission to leave the club at the end of the 2024 season. ⌘ Read more
Crows injury woes grow
Adelaide Crows face mounting problems ahead of Gather Round. ⌘ Read more
Netball bosses quiz Swifts star over online transgender comment
Samantha Wallace-Joseph commented on an Instagram headline which insinuated US President Joe Biden had declared Easter Sunday as Transgender Day Of Visibility. ⌘ Read more
AFL makes call on Hawkins’ change room phone use; Tiger Baker’s one-game ban stands
The AFL has dealt Geelong an official warning after star forward Tom Hawkins was seen accessing a mobile phone during a break in play. Meanwhile, Richmond have suffered another blow at the tribunal ahead of Gather Round. ⌘ Read more
‘The race is on’: Australia’s urgent mission to tap global green markets
Australian governments will need to spend taxpayers money soon to build the industries of the future, says former Labor minister Greg Combet. ⌘ Read more
New Queensland police specialist squad rolled out
Queensland police’s new specialist squad Operation Whiskey Legion has been rolled out. ⌘ Read more
Driver in court over deadly Hervey Bay crash
A driver has faced court over a deadly crash in Hervey Bay over the Easter weekend. ⌘ Read more
Queensland premier facing backlash from Olympic champions
The Queensland premier has shut down backlash from Olympic champions over his decisions ahead of Brisbane 2032. ⌘ Read more
Weather system tracking north into Queensland
A weather system bringing storms is tracking north into Queensland. ⌘ Read more
Woman’s body found in Fortitude Valley home
A woman’s body has been found in a home in Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley. ⌘ Read more
Woman found dead in Fortitude Valley apartment complex
Police demanded access to an apartment and found the woman’s body inside. ⌘ Read more
Billy asks for hip-drop leniency after young guns binned - Billy Slater Podcast: Ep04
Billy gives a unique take on the hip drop tackle, his high appraisal for Benji Marshall and the Tigers, and what position RTS should play.
Plus, we get an update on Cam Munster’s injury. ⌘ Read more
Yes campaign groups received millions more in donations than No side for Voice referendum
The electoral commission has released figures detailing the sums received and expended by political parties and lobby groups involved in last year’s referendum campaign. ⌘ Read more
Maroons Legends name the successors to Cameron Munster & Daly Cherry-Evans: QLDER - EP05
Wally Lewis and Darren Lockyer name who the favourites are to succeed Cameron Munster and Daly Cherry-Evans in the Maroons halves. Locky believes the Cowboys were their own demise because they got too 'ahead of themselves'. Wally gives high praise to Isaiya Katoa and his elite potential. Plus, t ... ⌘ Read more
Dozens of extra flights added ahead of Gather Round
Dozens of extra flights have been added to ensure fans can arrive in time for Gather Round ⌘ Read more
Ambulance ramping hits record highs at two Adelaide hospitals
Ambulance ramping at the Royal Adelaide and Queen Elizabeth hospitals has hit record highs. ⌘ Read more
Australia and Israel relationship hits new low after aid worker killed in Gaza
Australian Zomi Frankcom was among four foreign aid workers killed in an apparent Israeli airstrike while providing food assistance in Gaza. ⌘ Read more
Car ploughs into Adelaide pizza shop
A car has ploughed into a pizza shop in Adelaide, sending boxes flying. ⌘ Read more
Man accused of running down cop refuses to face court
A man accused of running down an SA cop in an alleged attempted murder has refused to appear in court. ⌘ Read more
Tributes flow for Melbourne men who drowned rescuing toddler from hotel pool
Dharmvir Singh, who died trying to save his daughter, has been remembered as a happy-go-lucky dad. His father Gurjinder Singh, 65, also died during the rescue. ⌘ Read more
Not all medication is ‘pregnancy-safe’. So how do you calculate the risks?**
For those dealing with chronic health conditions, the choice to continue or stop taking medication during pregnancy can be complicated. ⌘ Read more
How to nail a pay rise request? For women, it’s the $26,393 question
One of the most popular myths as to why women are paid less is that we’re too polite to ask for a pay rise. But research paints a very different picture. ⌘ Read more
Where Victoria’s latest IT blowouts are biting the budget hardest
Newly revealed cost overruns are expected to top $100 million across state government agencies. ⌘ Read more
‘Selfless’ aid worker killed in Gaza had travelled the world helping others
Zomi Frankcom spent the last five years of her life providing food to displaced people hit by earthquakes, cyclones and war. ⌘ Read more
Kremlin rejects claims its behind mysterious illness striking US diplomats
The Kremlin has rejected a report that a Russian intelligence unit was behind the mysterious illness, dubbed "Havana Syndrome", afflicting US diplomats and spies. ⌘ Read more
Landmark aged care laws could be delayed for another year
Landmark reforms of the aged care sector could be delayed for another year, leaked documents show. ⌘ Read more
Man drowns in Lake Parramatta
A man has died while swimming with friends in Lake Parramatta in Sydney's west. ⌘ Read more
Driver who killed toddler Skye Sassine to be released on parole
The driver who killed toddler Skye Sassine during a 2009 police chase in Ingleburn will be released on parole. ⌘ Read more
Australian weapons deal with Germany set in motion
German military giant Rheinmetall will build 100 Boxer heavy weapon carrier vehicles at its Australian base in Ipswich. ⌘ Read more
As it happened: Australian aid worker reportedly killed in Gaza while providing food assistance; poorly behaved politicians face docked pay, suspension
An Israeli airstrike has destroyed the consular section of Iran’s embassy in Syria, and politicians who misbehave could be suspended or have their pay docked under new laws proposed. ⌘ Read more
Aviation firefighters to stop work at major airports in two weeks
Aviation firefighters are planning to stop work for four hours across Australia's major airports in two weeks' time. ⌘ Read more
Australian aid worker killed in Gaza airstrike
An Australian aid worker has been killed in an airstrike in Gaza. ⌘ Read more
Ten wins bid to reopen defence in Lehrmann defamation case
Network Ten has won its bid to present additional evidence in the Bruce Lehrmann defamation case. ⌘ Read more
Police urge drivers to be careful after weekend of crashes
NSW Police have urged drivers to be careful on the road after eight people were killed in crashes over the Easter long weekend. ⌘ Read more
Australia and Israel relationship hits new low after aid worker killed in Gaza
Australian Zomi Frankcom was among four foreign aid workers killed in an apparent Israeli airstrike while providing food assistance in Gaza. ⌘ Read more
Lomax set to meet Eels as Dragons release him from final two years
The St George Illawarra star will be on the move at the end of 2024, and could even leave sooner if a suitable player swap with a rival club is arranged. ⌘ Read more
Yes campaign groups received millions more in donations than No side for Voice referendum
The electoral commission has released figures detailing the sums received and expended by political parties and lobby groups involved in last year’s referendum campaign. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Australian aid worker reportedly killed in Gaza while providing food assistance; poorly behaved politicians face docked pay, suspension
An Israeli airstrike has destroyed the consular section of Iran’s embassy in Syria, and politicians who misbehave could be suspended or have their pay docked under new laws proposed. ⌘ Read more
Why boxing has a better record on concussions than the footy codes
The football codes, on the other hand, continue to deny scientific findings and to promote full contact versions of their sports for young children. ⌘ Read more
Wild weather places lives at risk in Victoria with more rain expected
The big clean-up is underway across Victoria after the state was hit by wild weather and record rainfall. ⌘ Read more
Victorian men who drowned in Gold Coast swimming pool remembered
Family and friends of the two Victorian men who tragically drowned at Surfers Paradise have gathered at the families Clyde north home to pay their respects. ⌘ Read more
State government under fire amid fight to expose secret documents
The state government is fighting to keep hundreds of documents on the bungled hotel quarantine program secret. ⌘ Read more
Watch live: Ten wins bombshell bid to reopen defence in Lehrmann case
The Federal Court is hearing an urgent bid by Network Ten to reopen its defence and call a new witness in the former Liberal staffer’s defamation case. ⌘ Read more
Half of Melbourne’s famous live music venues could soon be dead
Melbourne was once declared the live music capital of the world. But the city’s live music venue owners warn an inquiry into the struggling sector will come too late. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Australian aid worker reportedly killed in Gaza while providing food assistance; poorly behaved politicians face docked pay, suspension
An Israeli airstrike has destroyed the consular section of Iran’s embassy in Syria, and politicians who misbehave could be suspended or have their pay docked under new laws proposed. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Australian aid worker reportedly killed in Gaza while providing food assistance; poorly behaved politicians face docked pay, suspension
An Israeli airstrike has destroyed the consular section of Iran’s embassy in Syria, and politicians who misbehave could be suspended or have their pay docked under new laws proposed. ⌘ Read more
Race-by-race preview and tips for Newcastle on Wednesday
All you need to know to pick a winner in Wednesday’s eight-race card. ⌘ Read more
Plastic surgeons lose legal challenge in cosmetic industry crackdown
Doctors had argued new guidelines went beyond the powers of the Medical Board of Australia. But a judge said the board had taken public safety into account. ⌘ Read more
Parker’s Wildcard play is Well Timed at Newcastle
Emerging prospect Well Timed “is coming good at the right time” to qualify for the $1 million Polytrack Provincial-Midway Championships Final at Newcastle on Wednesday. ⌘ Read more
Melbourne to enjoy mild autumn weather after the Easter Monday deluge
The Bureau of Meteorology forecasts the maximum and minimum temperatures for April to June will probably be higher than usual for most of Australia. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Australian aid worker reportedly killed in Gaza while providing food assistance; poorly behaved politicians face docked pay, suspension
An Israeli airstrike has destroyed the consular section of Iran’s embassy in Syria, and politicians who misbehave could be suspended or have their pay docked under new laws proposed. ⌘ Read more
Councils must resist noisy NIMBYs
Sydney desperately needs a savvy debate about development. The rejection of extended trading hours at the Palm Beach eatery, The Joey, shows how hard that can be. ⌘ Read more
Drone dives deep to uncover ocean secrets in Rottnest’s ship graveyard
A gigantic shipwreck twice the size of a blue whale has been found just off the coast of Western Australia. ⌘ Read more
Watch live: Ten questions whether Lehrmann leaked 2300 pages of Higgins texts
The Federal Court is hearing an urgent bid by Network Ten to reopen its defence and call a new witness in the former Liberal staffer’s defamation case. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Australian aid worker reportedly killed in Gaza while providing food assistance; poorly behaved politicians face docked pay, suspension
An Israeli airstrike has destroyed the consular section of Iran’s embassy in Syria, and politicians who misbehave could be suspended or have their pay docked under new laws proposed. ⌘ Read more
Indonesia only told of mass cattle deaths days after ship had left
Indonesia says it would have liked to know earlier that 151 animals died on a transport vessel from Darwin. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Australian aid worker reportedly killed in Gaza while providing food assistance; poorly behaved politicians face docked pay, suspension
An Israeli airstrike has destroyed the consular section of Iran’s embassy in Syria, and politicians who misbehave could be suspended or have their pay docked under new laws proposed. ⌘ Read more
Brisbane bank branch manager charged with fraud
A National Australia Bank employee who was in charge of one of Brisbane’s busiest branches has been accused of fraud. ⌘ Read more
Police urge drivers to be careful after weekend of crashes
NSW Police have urged drivers to be careful on the road after eight people were killed in crashes over the Easter long weekend. ⌘ Read more
Fly over Palm Beach's waterfront
The Joey can't serve dinner due to complaints from neighbours 700 meters away. ⌘ Read more
Cost of fast fashion is too high
Clothing is responsible for 10 per cent of greenhouse gas emissions – more than cement or steel, and way more than aviation – not to mention a mountain of landfill. If we are to reach net zero emissions, we must all take our cue from these girls and recycle what’s in our wardrobes. ⌘ Read more
Police urge drivers to be careful after weekend of crashes
NSW Police have urged drivers to be careful on the road after eight people were killed in crashes over the Easter long weekend. ⌘ Read more
State government under fire amid fight to expose secret documents
The state government is fighting to keep hundreds of documents on the bungled hotel quarantine program secret. ⌘ Read more
Wild weather places lives at risk in Victoria with more rain expected
The big clean-up is underway across Victoria after the state was hit by wild weather and record rainfall. ⌘ Read more
Judge to hear Ten’s last-ditch bid in Lehrmann case
The Federal Court is hearing an urgent bid by Network Ten to reopen its defence and call a new witness in the former Liberal staffer’s defamation case. ⌘ Read more
Victorian men who drowned in Gold Coast swimming pool remembered
Family and friends of the two Victorian men who tragically drowned at Surfers Paradise have gathered at the families Clyde north home to pay their respects. ⌘ Read more
Four teens charged after alleged home invasions after police chase
Two boys and two girls have been charged over an alleged crime spree in Melbourne. ⌘ Read more
Man drowns in Lake Parramatta
A man has died while swimming with friends in Lake Parramatta in Sydney's west. ⌘ Read more
Australian aid worker killed in Gaza airstrike
An Australian aid worker has been killed in an airstrike in Gaza. ⌘ Read more
Court to decide on reopening Lehrmann defamation case
The Federal Court will decide whether to reopen the Bruce Lehrmann defamation case as Network Ten asks to present new evidence. ⌘ Read more
How an Italian province made it affordable to have a family
Italy has one of the lowest birthrates in Europe except for one province that has emerged as a parallel procreation universe. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Australian aid worker reportedly killed in Gaza while providing food assistance; poorly behaved politicians face docked pay, suspension
An Israeli airstrike has destroyed the consular section of Iran’s embassy in Syria, and politicians who misbehave could be suspended or have their pay docked under new laws proposed. ⌘ Read more
Why Celestial Legend is worth the weight loss for Tyler Schiller
Jockey Tyler Schiller is confident he will be lean and mean despite shedding over three kilos to ride second favourite Celestial Legend in Saturday’s Doncaster Mile. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Australian aid worker reportedly killed in Gaza while providing food assistance; poorly behaved politicians face docked pay, suspension
An Israeli airstrike has destroyed the consular section of Iran’s embassy in Syria, and politicians who misbehave could be suspended or have their pay docked under new laws proposed. ⌘ Read more
WA urged to roll up as government rolls out free flu jabs
The West Australian government has announced free flu vaccines for residents older than six months for the third year in a row. ⌘ Read more
Perth man accused of filming women in change rooms, gyms
The man has been charged with two counts of indecent acts in public and is due to appear before court. ⌘ Read more
Geelong warned over AFL mobile phone rules
The AFL has dealt Geelong an official warning after star forward Tom Hawkins was seen accessing a mobile phone during a break in play at the Easter Monday clash. ⌘ Read more
Underwater drone discovers massive hundred-year-old shipwreck in Western Australia
An underwater drone called Hydrus, sent to the treacherous depths of the Rottnest ship graveyard, discovered a gigantic shipwreck. Footage: Advanced Navigation & Curtin University HIVE. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Australian aid worker reportedly killed in Gaza while providing food assistance; poorly behaved politicians face docked pay, suspension
An Israeli airstrike has destroyed the consular section of Iran’s embassy in Syria, and politicians who misbehave could be suspended or have their pay docked under new laws proposed. ⌘ Read more