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Melbourne Rebels to continue fight for survival after winning rescue vote
A private equity-backed consortium has put forward a deal to save the debt-laden Super Rugby club. ⌘ Read more
Former lawyer faces court over cocaine charge
A former big-name lawyer has faced court after being charged with trafficking cocaine inside frozen chickens. ⌘ Read more
Super Rugby LIVE: Waratahs stunned as Hurricanes pile on early tries
The Waratahs have it all to play for in the Kiwi capital as they face the competition’s toughest test. They can still make the finals … or finish last. ⌘ Read more
Judge tells murderer to 'stop the crocodile tears'
A bodybuilder who stabbed his partner to death while her young daughter tried to stop him has been told to "stop the crocodile tears" by a judge. ⌘ Read more
WA news as it happened: Collie coal posts huge profit jump; second released WA detainee allegedly re-offends
Everything you need to know, about what happened today in WA. ⌘ Read more
AFL 2024 round eight LIVE updates: Carlton Blues, Collingwood Magpies square off at MCG
Follow along for all the major moments and post game reactions as Carlton and Collingwood square off at the MCG. ⌘ Read more
Giles takes swipe at community protection board as pressure builds over handling of detainees
The immigration minister has taken a veiled swipe at a government-appointed panel of experts who gave advice about a former detainee who is then alleged to have committed a violent assault. ⌘ Read more
Giles under fire after PM concedes community protection board failed to protect community
Immigration Minister Andrew Giles has taken a veiled swipe at a government-appointed panel of experts who gave advice about a former detainee who is then alleged to have committed a violent assault. ⌘ Read more
Hundreds of security guards for Services Australia after stabbing
Hundreds of security guards have been announced for Services Australia after a worker was stabbed in Melbourne. ⌘ Read more
Three arrested after stolen car chase on M1
Three people have been arrested after a dramatic stolen car chase caused chaos on Brisbane’s M1 during peak hour. ⌘ Read more
WA news live: Collie coal posts huge profit jump; second released WA detainee allegedly re-offends
Everything you need to know, about what happened today in WA. ⌘ Read more
Women aren’t just dying, they’re being deliberately injured too
The only nurse working at a family violence crisis centre has noticed a horrendous trend. ⌘ Read more
Super Rugby LIVE: Waratahs stunned as Hurricanes pile on early tries
The Waratahs have it all to play for in the Kiwi capital as they face the competition’s toughest test. They can still make the finals … or finish last. ⌘ Read more
Parched Philippine dam reveals centuries-old town, luring tourists
The country, like others in South-East Asia, is sweltering through a heat wave. ⌘ Read more
WA news live: Collie coal posts huge profit jump; second released WA detainee allegedly re-offends
Everything you need to know, about what happened today in WA. ⌘ Read more
Super Rugby LIVE: Waratahs stunned as Hurricanes pile on early tries
The Waratahs have it all to play for in the Kiwi capital as they face the competition’s toughest test. They can still make the finals … or finish last. ⌘ Read more
As it happened: Brisbane on Friday, May 3
For the news from in and around Brisbane today, follow us live. ⌘ Read more
AFL blocks move to induct Carey as NSW hall of fame legend
League boss Andrew Dillon delivered the news personally to Carey on Friday morning in a phone call, saying it would be inappropriate for him to receive such an honour at a time when the AFL was taking a stance honouring victims of violence against women. ⌘ Read more
From Ascot to Hawkesbury, Berkshire Shadow brings the best of British form
Australian Bloodstock will look to bring more milers like Berkshire Shadow to Australia with ambitions to win the King Charles Stakes and Big Dance. ⌘ Read more
World of photos, May 4, 2024
The best photos from the international wire agencies as chosen by our picture editors. ⌘ Read more
Super Rugby LIVE: Waratahs stunned as Hurricanes pile on early tries
The Waratahs have it all to play for in the Kiwi capital as they face the competition’s toughest test. They can still make the finals … or finish last. ⌘ Read more
Shereen’s partner pleaded for help when she went missing. He now admits he killed her
The body of mother-of-two Shereen Kumar was found near her Dural home after an extensive police search. ⌘ Read more
Super Rugby LIVE: Waratahs stunned as Hurricanes pile on early tries
The Waratahs have it all to play for in the Kiwi capital as they face the competition’s toughest test. They can still make the finals … or finish last. ⌘ Read more
Flemington wall worsened Maribyrnong flooding – but it won’t be torn down
The wall raised water levels for at least 240 homes in Maribyrnong during 2022’s downpour, including some homes that likely would have avoided inundation if it had not been built. ⌘ Read more
NRL round 9 LIVE: Manly Sea Eagles v Canberra Raiders at 4 Pines Park
The Eagles can consolidate their top-four spot with a second Friday night home win on the trot as Canberra look to bounce back from a 40-0 Sharks shellacking. ⌘ Read more
Super Rugby LIVE: Waratahs stunned as Hurricanes pile on early tries
The Waratahs have it all to play for in the Kiwi capital as they face the competition’s toughest test. They can still make the finals … or finish last. ⌘ Read more
Race-by-race preview and tips for Hawkesbury on Saturday
Everything you need to know to find a winner at the stand-alone meeting. ⌘ Read more
Hurricanes score after steamrolling Waratahs scrum
The Hurricanes muscles the Waratahs, winning the scrum against the feed before Billy Proctor scored the opening try. ⌘ Read more
Macquarie chief takes $7.6m pay hit as profits fall
Many of the investment behemoth’s top executives have had their pay cut by millions as green investments and lower commodity prices weighed on fiscal 2024 profits. ⌘ Read more
ASX closes green as Wall Street jumps; Apple surges on earnings
The S&P/ASX 200 has climbed, reflecting US’ rally that trimmed the majority of their losses for the week, while Apple released its numbers after the closing bell. ⌘ Read more
Super Rugby LIVE: Waratahs stunned as Hurricanes pile on early tries
The Waratahs have it all to play for in the Kiwi capital as they face the competition’s toughest test. They can still make the finals … or finish last. ⌘ Read more
Super Rugby LIVE: Waratahs aim to get season back on track against Hurricanes
The Waratahs have it all to play for in the Kiwi capital as they face the competition’s toughest test. They can still make the finals … or finish last. ⌘ Read more
‘Utterly committed’: New ‘quad’ emerges to push back on China
Australia, the US, Japan and the Philippines have made a show of strength against China’s growing assertiveness in the Indo-Pacific. ⌘ Read more
Brisbane news live: Boom held back by tight housing: Mayor | Mum found to be ‘risk of injury’ before child deaths
For the news from in and around Brisbane today, follow us live. ⌘ Read more
WA news live: Another former Perth immigration detainee arrested; Arrests made in Mexico over missing Perth brothers
Follow our live coverage here. ⌘ Read more
‘Utterly committed’: New ‘quad’ emerges to push back on China
Australia, the US, Japan and the Philippines have made a show of strength against China’s growing assertiveness in the Indo-Pacific. ⌘ Read more
Flemington Racecourse flood wall raised water levels during 2022 floods, report finds
A report has found the Flemington Racecourse flood wall raised water levels during 2022 floods. ⌘ Read more
Young girl’s brave act trying to save mum from fatal stabbing
A 10-year-old repeatedly disarmed bodybuilder Sven Lindemann as he dragged her mother through the house and stabbed her mother in a jealous rage. ⌘ Read more
Second WA detainee allegedly re-offends months after High Court release
The man is accused of aggravated burglary. The discovery of his case comes amid ongoing controversy over the release of another former detainee. ⌘ Read more
Picanha beef skewers with cheese-stuffed flatbreads
Fire up the barbie. We’re heading to Flavour Town. ⌘ Read more
My recent crossword sparked beef. Was my food clue a trifle fishy?**
With words always gaining new meanings, setting crosswords is no piece of cake. ⌘ Read more
Dutton says there’s a ‘strong argument’ for domestic violence royal commission
“I think there’s a strong argument for a royal commission if we know that it’s going to produce the evidence,” the opposition leader said. ⌘ Read more
Super Rugby LIVE: Waratahs aim to get season back on track against Hurricanes
The Waratahs have it all to play for in the Kiwi capital as they face the competition’s toughest test. They can still make the finals … or finish last. ⌘ Read more
Man charged over ClubNSW data breach
A man has been arrested and charged over a ClubNSW data breach, which exposed the driver's licences of over 1 million Australians. ⌘ Read more
Former immigration detainee charged with aggravated burglary
Another former immigration detainee has been charged with aggravated burglary. ⌘ Read more
Melbourne's public housing towers class action dismissed
A legal battle to halt the demolition of Melbourne's public housing towers has been dismissed but residents will continue their fight. ⌘ Read more
Judge tells murderer to 'stop the crocodile tears'
A bodybuilder who stabbed his partner to death while her young daughter tried to stop him has been told to "stop the crocodile tears" by a judge. ⌘ Read more
Manly CEO vows ‘never again’ after budding player’s death
The CEO of NRL club Manly has declared ‘never again’ after an inquest found Keith Titmuss likely died from exertional heat exhaustion following a training session. ⌘ Read more
Barbecued cevapi skewers with herb and quinoa tabbouleh
This dish delivers big flavours, and all the thrill of the grill, in a hurry. ⌘ Read more
AFL blocks move to induct Carey as NSW Hall of Fame legend
The AFL learned on Thursday that Wayne Carey was to be inducted as a legend at a function to be held at the SCG on Friday night. ⌘ Read more
When a TV show on a real-life story covers big ideas, do small glitches matter?**
Plus: get ready for the weekend with these fresh diversions. ⌘ Read more
How to tackle that neighbour who won’t scoop dog poop
Revenge is a dish best served with a perfectly timed water sprinkler, writes our Modern Guru. ⌘ Read more
Leg it to the shops: There’s a run on stockings
On 2024 runways, tights are no mere accessory – in fact, they’re often an outfit’s hero. ⌘ Read more
Brisbane news live: Boom held back by tight housing: Mayor | Mum found to be ‘risk of injury’ before child deaths
For the news from in and around Brisbane today, follow us live. ⌘ Read more
Nick and Camilla Speer almost double their money on $27.5m Portsea beach house
The society couple bought the glamorous beachfront villa for about $13.5 million four years ago and did a cosmetic renovation. ⌘ Read more
Three arrested in Mexico amid search for missing Australians
Three people have so far been arrested as the search continues for two Perth brothers missing in Mexico. ⌘ Read more
Oldies but goodies: 10 of your favourite childhood recipes to cook next week
No twists, no fancy flourishes, just the retro favourites that bring extra comfort as the nights get nippier. ⌘ Read more
Australian passengers have one major complaint about cruises. This ship solves it
On behalf of a nation of espresso-sipping extremists, Silversea’s Silver Muse is doing god’s work in the caffeinating department. ⌘ Read more
Strong link found between regular exercise and better health for women over 50
Scientists have found a "significant link" between regular exercise and improved physical health for women later in life. ⌘ Read more
Emergency cabinet meeting called over domestic violence
An emergency meeting was called between ministers, the federal government and police over recent alleged violent crimes against women. ⌘ Read more
Manly CEO vows ‘never again’ after budding player’s death
The CEO of NRL club Manly has declared ‘never again’ after an inquest found Keith Titmuss likely died from exertional heat exhaustion following a training session. ⌘ Read more
Super Rugby LIVE: Waratahs aim to get season back on track against Hurricanes
The Waratahs have it all to play for in the Kiwi capital as they face the competition’s toughest test. They can still make the finals … or finish last. ⌘ Read more
A force of nature with a wry smile: Lang Walker remembered
Billionaire and philanthropist Lang Walker was remembered as a transformative force in Australia’s urban landscape at a memorial service at Sydney Town hall on Friday. ⌘ Read more
PM concedes community protection board failed to protect the community
Immigration Minister Andrew Giles has gone to ground as pressure mounts over the alleged assault by a former immigration detainee. ⌘ Read more
Public housing towers class action case dismissed, but judge throws lifeline
The legal fight against the demolition of Melbourne’s high-rise public housing towers has been dealt a major blow. ⌘ Read more
NSW has promised serious action on domestic violence. So, why the wait?**
The female members of Chris Minns’ cabinet are optimistic that years of inaction on domestic violence is about to change. Let’s hope they are right. ⌘ Read more
It’s a dog day as the Archibald Prize delivery deadline looms
It’s the final call for entries to this year’s Archibald, Wynne and Sulman prizes at the Art Gallery of NSW. ⌘ Read more
‘Be very careful’: Swimming boss warns against Olympic protests after China scandal
Australian swimmers planning to protest in Paris following the Chinese doping scandal have been told to think hard before doing so by Swimming Australia boss Rob Woodhouse. ⌘ Read more
A glorious debut novel with shades of Zadie Smith and George Saunders
After winning the 2016 Vogel’s Literary Award with a collection of short stories, Murray Middleton spent eight years on his first novel. ⌘ Read more
The letters between two great writers revealing their hidden stories
Years of correspondence between Shirley Hazzard and Elizabeth Harrower reveal much about their unusual friendship. ⌘ Read more
This book takes you on the run across colonial NSW. Danger lurks at every corner
In the sequel to her novel Benevolence, Julie Janson has produced a gothic historical novel that does justice both to the sorrow and the story of what Aboriginal Australia suffered in the 19th century. ⌘ Read more
Nick and Camilla Speer almost double their money on $27.5m Portsea beach house
The society couple bought the glamorous beachfront villa for about $13.5 million four years ago and did a cosmetic renovation. ⌘ Read more
‘Business class? It’s not us’: Inside the Mariners’ 100,000km Asian odyssey
They’ve flown almost three times around the world – all in economy class. The Mariners’ incredible AFC Cup journey is one of the best stories in Australian sport right now. ⌘ Read more
This retro cafe is all about ’90s vibes and honest food with 101 per cent heart
Affordable sandwiches, sunset-coloured walls and sweet bakes are the order of the day at Suntop Plaza in Brunswick East. ⌘ Read more
How Indigenous people got zilch from a billion-dollar mining bonanza
The ‘stark reality’ of economic exclusion imposed on Victoria’s First Peoples has been laid bare in evidence presented to the Yoorrook Justice Commission. ⌘ Read more
Young girl’s brave act trying to save mum from fatal stabbing
A 10-year-old repeatedly disarmed bodybuilder Sven Lindemann as he dragged her mother through the house and stabbed her mother in a jealous rage. ⌘ Read more
The teenage guns following in the Matildas’ footsteps
The future of women’s soccer in Australia will be on show in Saturday’s A-League Women’s grand final between Melbourne City and Sydney FC, with girls’ participation numbers booming. ⌘ Read more
Police allege private bail program faked GPS tracking for suspected gangland client
An accused lieutenant in the tobacco wars was released on bail on the condition he wear a tracking bracelet, but police allege it was nothing more than a watch. ⌘ Read more
Before Blair Witch, prior to Paranormal, The Woman in Black chilled theatregoers
Theatre’s most successful ghost story enjoys a life after death in this national tour starring John Waters and Daniel MacPherson. ⌘ Read more
Meekatharra cracker: Krakatoa runs on niobium find
This week’s Bulls N’ Bears Runner of the Week is … Krakatoa Resources. Its shares jumped 130 per cent to join Adisyn, Canterbury Resources and Pivotal Metals. ⌘ Read more
Six simple words that could fire the gun on the next election
The federal budget, if you pay close attention, could reveal Labor’s hand – and its plan to be sensible but boring. ⌘ Read more
Morrison broke a taboo with anxiety, but he’s broken a bigger one in his book
Former prime minister Scott Morrison made Christian faith part of his electoral pitch. His new memoir does not fully dispel the criticism that he called on it at his convenience. ⌘ Read more
‘Utterly committed’: New ‘quad’ emerges to push back on China
Australia, the US, Japan and the Philippines have made a show of strength against China’s growing assertiveness in the Indo-Pacific. ⌘ Read more
Police appeal for help locating missing girl from Melton
Police are appealing to the public for help locating missing teenager Olioli from Melton South. ⌘ Read more
Melbourne Rebels to continue fight for survival after winning rescue-bid vote
The Melbourne Rebels will continue their bid for survival in a victory for the club’s former directors. ⌘ Read more
Flemington Racecourse flood wall worsened Maribyrnong disaster, report finds
The controversial flood wall, which increased water levels by up to three centimetres for 240 homes during the 2022 inundation, won’t be torn down. ⌘ Read more
10 ways to cook beef cheeks
If you have ever ended up with dry and stringy meat in your stew, swap to beef cheeks. “No matter what you do, you can’t ruin them,” says Good Food food reviewer Terry Durack ⌘ Read more
Rozelle Interchange 2.0: Former RTA boss warns more traffic chaos is coming
A repeat of the Rozelle Interchange-type fiasco is looming on the Warringah Freeway, north of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, a parliamentary hearing has been told. ⌘ Read more
Barrichello's massive Imola crash
Rubens Barrichello suffered the first massive crash of the 1994 San Marino Grand Prix weekend during Friday qualifying. ⌘ Read more
Brisbane news live: Boom held back by tight housing: Mayor | Mum found to be ‘risk of injury’ before child deaths
For the news from in and around Brisbane today, follow us live. ⌘ Read more
A reverse Notting Hill? How Anne Hathaway elevated the streaming rom-com
Looking for something slicker than Anyone But You, and saucier than Notting Hill? This movie is for you. ⌘ Read more
The Mariners’ incredible AFC Cup journey
The Central Coast team have travelled 100,000km on their way to the final of the tournament in Oman. ⌘ Read more
Perth Glory captain Natasha Rigby announces shock retirement
Perth Glory skipper Natasha Rigby has announced her shock retirement but she hopes the financial instability that cut her career short won’t be a problem for future generations. ⌘ Read more
We were off in search of lost youth… until age got the better of us
Fungal infections and a dodgy knee have scuppered the annual old boys’ adventure. ⌘ Read more
How Roosters could scupper Rabbitohs rebuild
Andrew Johns explains how the Roosters could ruin their old enemy South Sydney's attempt to rebuild their NRL roster. ⌘ Read more
Mayor of Sydney’s biggest council dies on flight home from China
Tony Bleasdale, a Labor Party veteran, was returning from a delegation to cities in South Korea and China when he died. He was 77. ⌘ Read more
Three arrested, burnt-out ute found as Mexican police search for Australian brothers
A torched vehicle has been found as Mexican authorities search for Perth brothers Jake and Callum Robinson. ⌘ Read more
Australian news LIVE: New Zealand deputy prime minister fires back in Bob Carr spat
Follow the latest national news live. ⌘ Read more
Wild first aid: Orangutan applies medicinal plant to treat facial wound
Animals have been known to eat certain plants to alleviate stomach discomfort, but scientists had never seen one apply a makeshift bandage to heal a wound before. ⌘ Read more
‘This can’t happen again’: Titmuss died after ‘inappropriate’ training session
A coroner has handed down his findings into the death of the former Manly rugby league player, with the Sea Eagles boss vowing it must never be repeated. ⌘ Read more