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‘It’s a tough time for him’: Roosters condemn Terrell May muckrakers
The front-rower has been praised for his resilience after being the subject of online scuttlebutt over a viral video, 72 hours after the arrest of his younger brother. ⌘ Read more
The AI light trick triggering your primal survival instincts to drive faster
Motorists are travelling through the Burnley Tunnel a minute quicker since the installation of moving green “pacemakers” lights that tap into your instinct to flee. ⌘ Read more
Historic headstones destroyed by vandals at cemetery
Historic headstones dating back a century have been destroyed by vandals who smashed up a cemetery in South Australia. ⌘ Read more
Supermarket comes under fire at a parliamentary inquiry
Woolworths came under fire at a parliamentary inquiry as it defended accusations of price gouging. ⌘ Read more
Man charged over alleged murder was released from immigration detention
A man charged over an alleged murder in a Brisbane park had been released from immigration detention weeks earlier. ⌘ Read more
Fury from Israel and Hamas after ICC issues arrest warrants
There has been an immediate and angry reaction from Israel and Hamas to the International Criminal Court's attempts to pursue their leaders for alleged war crimes. ⌘ Read more
RAAF plane lands in New Caledonia to bring home 300 stranded Aussies
A Royal Australian Air Force plane has landed in New Caledonia to bring 300 Australians stranded on the South Pacific island home. ⌘ Read more
Leaked emails reveal extent of ambulance ramping in Queensland
Leaked emails have revealed the extent of an ambulance ramping crisis at a Queensland hospital. ⌘ Read more
Bid to block sensitive evidence from Wieambilla shooting inquest
Queensland police are trying to block sensitive evidence from the Wieambilla shooting inquest, a prehearing has heard. ⌘ Read more
Missing camper’s wife speaks at Greg Lynn’s murder trial
The wife of missing camper Russell Hill said she thought his affair with fellow camper was over until the couple disappeared. ⌘ Read more
Melbourne grandmother takes legal action after tram injuries
A Melbourne grandmother has launched legal action against Yarra Trams after she was injured while onboard a tram in 2021. ⌘ Read more
$500k reward to help solve pregnant mum's 1998 murder
Police have offered a $500,000 reward to help solve the mystery of a pregnant mother's murder in 1998. ⌘ Read more
Trial to test if medical cannabis affects driving
A government-funded trial in Victoria will test if medicinal cannabis impacts driving. ⌘ Read more
Former North Melbourne star Tarryn Thomas charged with harassment
Former North Melbourne star Tarryn Thomas has been charged with harassment. ⌘ Read more
Woman slashed on the arm in St Kilda
A woman was slashed in the arm in what seems to be a random knife attack in the Melbourne suburb of St Kilda. ⌘ Read more
Swans star Parker suspended for six weeks following ugly VFL clash
Luke Parker will miss six matches after the VFL tribunal found he had failed in his duty of care in a challenge that left an opponent with facial fractures and concussion. ⌘ Read more
Australians growing more concerned about cost of living
A new report shows Australians are feeling more concerned about the cost of living and inflation, despite the federal budget being well-received. ⌘ Read more
Young golfer fights for right to compete
A young golf lover is putting up a fight to play at her local club after a new rule barred her from competing. ⌘ Read more
Link found between anxiety and Alzheimer’s, study finds
People suffering from anxiety disorders could be more likely to develop Alzheimer's disease, an Australian study has claimed. ⌘ Read more
Carlton stars join Tottenham fanfare but avoid breaking the ‘No Sherrin’ rule
Carlton players ventured down to AAMI Park for Tottenham’s open training, but didn’t break the ‘No Sherrin’ rule. ⌘ Read more
What next for woeful Waratahs?**
Stan Sport's Tim Horan and Cameron Shepherd react to Darren Coleman's parting with the NSW Waratahs ⌘ Read more
Driver trapped after truck crashes into Sydney house
Emergency services are working to free the driver of a truck that crashed into a house at Bexley in Sydney's south. ⌘ Read more
Telstra to axe up to 2,800 jobs in organisational change
Telstra will cut almost 3,000 roles from its workforce in an organisational change that will see it 'reset' its enterprise business. ⌘ Read more
Energy market operator warns of blackouts as renewable projects delayed
The country's energy market operator has warned of future power blackouts across the state thanks to major delays the delivery of transmission lines and renewable projects. ⌘ Read more
ANZ banking app users experiencing difficulties
ANZ customers have reported issues with the bank's app and internet banking. ⌘ Read more
Vivid Sydney ready to light up the city
Vivid Sydney is starting this week, with stunning light installations and vibrant experiences available to Sydneysiders and tourists. ⌘ Read more
The Australian city with a better quality of life than Sydney or Melbourne
An international comparison of 1000 cities shows Melbourne ahead of Sydney as the place to be. But one city has a much better quality of life than either. ⌘ Read more
The number of Indigenous AFL players has plunged from 87 to 71. It’s going to get worse
Recruiters tell me the number of Indigenous AFL players is likely to fall to the mid-60s next year due to retirements and a lack of talent coming through, and worsen from there. ⌘ Read more
Nova Peris quits republican movement over Gaza split with co-chair Craig Foster
The Olympic champion and former Labor senator says it is untenable to continue to work with Foster after what she described as his “inaccurate and divisive” comments against Israel. ⌘ Read more
Burglaries, stealing, drug taking, but former immigration detainee is released again
Kimbengere Gosoge is the first immigration detainee to be sentenced for breaching the conditions of his release from detention last year. ⌘ Read more
From Cold Chisel to Hotspur: ‘Big Ange’ calls the tune
Ange Postecoglou is back at home, but he is a long way from where he started. It’s been a ride like no other in Australian sport. ⌘ Read more
Dutton shows woeful lack of empathy for our veterans
Fulminating over the Albanese government’s increase in the number of public service employees, many of whom were employed to address the backlog of veterans’ claims left in limbo by the Morrison government, Dutton shows a woeful lack of empathy for those who have served and sacrificed much for this country and deserve the respect of each and every one of us. ⌘ Read more
Brothers jailed over ‘cowardly’ stabbing death
One of the pair was sentenced to life in prison over the death of a 27-year-old father in the heart of Surfers Paradise. ⌘ Read more
Australia backs ICC’s role but says ‘no equivalence between Israel and Hamas’**
If the international court were to find Israel’s prime minister and defence chief as well as three Hamas leaders guilty of war crimes, they would not be allowed into Australia. ⌘ Read more
First-class cricketer and son of an ex-Dockers gun to debut for Magpies as De Goey out with ‘fresh injury’**
Collingwood have introduced two players with sporting pedigrees to make their debut on Friday night with Jordan De Goey to miss against Fremantle. ⌘ Read more
World of photos, May 22, 2024
The best photos from the international wire agencies as chosen by our picture editors ⌘ Read more
Race-by-race preview and tips for Warwick Farm on Wednesday
Everything you need to know to pick a winner on a seven-race card. ⌘ Read more
Baker and Parr set to strike gold again at Warwick Farm
The formidable combination of trainer Bjorn Baker and jockey Josh Parr looks set to strike again with impressive colt Shalaa Gold at Warwick Farm on Wednesday. ⌘ Read more
The King picks a Queensland line-up: QLDER - Ep12
In this episode of QLDER The King picks his Queensland Origin side for Game 1 in Sydney and debates its merits with selector Darren Lockyer. Locky takes us inside the selection meetings with coach Billy Slater in the lead-up to Origin. The boys discuss Wayne Bennett's move back to the Rabbitohs over the Eels and who looks closer to winning a Premiership and Locky's confiden ... ⌘ Read more
As it happened: Brisbane on Tuesday, May 21
The latest news in and around Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
The Australian city with a better quality of life than Sydney or Melbourne
An international comparison of 1000 cities shows Melbourne ahead of Sydney as the place to be. But one city has a much better quality of life than either. ⌘ Read more
Thomas to be barred from football if fresh charges are proven
Sacked North Melbourne footballer Tarryn Thomas was charged by police on Tuesday for alleged harassment and breaching a court order. ⌘ Read more
Camper’s widow tells murder trial of affair ultimatum, a husband’s vow and radio silence
Russell Hill’s wife packed a bag for her husband’s camping trip and never saw him again. She has told a jury about their marriage, his affair and the silence that led her to call in police. ⌘ Read more
Vivid Sydney ready to light up the city
Vivid Sydney is starting this week, with stunning light installations and vibrant experiences available to Sydneysiders and tourists. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Telstra to cut up to 2800 jobs; ICC seeks arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders
Follow today’s national news headlines with our live blog. ⌘ Read more
ASX slides amid mixed Wall Street start to the week
The Australian sharemarket benchmark index finished in the red, even after most US stock indices ticked higher overnight after a quiet day of mixed trading. ⌘ Read more
Zelensky pushes allies to step up and fight war that ‘no one even notices’**
On the fifth anniversary of his inauguration, the comedian-turned-wartime leader concedes his allies need to push so-called “red lines” and get more involved. ⌘ Read more
Eat the rainbow with this chard and orzo salad with crispy feta
The combination of wholesome green leaves, crisp, salty feta and the nutty, spicy Middle Eastern condiment dukkah make this robust pasta salad irresistible. ⌘ Read more
Brisbane News Live: Qld voters turn away from Labor; $126k ministerial trip
The latest news in and around Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
Driver trapped after truck crashes into Sydney house
Emergency services are working to free the driver of a truck that crashed into a house at Bexley in Sydney's south. ⌘ Read more
ANZ banking app users experiencing difficulties
ANZ customers have reported issues with the bank's app and internet banking. ⌘ Read more
Energy market operator warns of blackouts as renewable projects delayed
The country's energy market operator has warned of future power blackouts across the state thanks to major delays the delivery of transmission lines and renewable projects. ⌘ Read more
Brisbane News Live: Qld voters turn away from Labor; $126k ministerial trip
The latest news in and around Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
Government urged to ban AI-generated election materials
There are fears deepfakes of Anthony Albanese or Peter Dutton could be used to spread misinformation ahead of the next federal election. ⌘ Read more
Fraser-McGurk, Short eye warm-up games amid IPL crunch
Young IPL sensation Jake Fraser-McGurk and Big Bash League dominator Matt Short will have the chance to showcase their skills in a pair of World Cup warm-up games as part of a threadbare Australian squad. ⌘ Read more
Telstra to axe up to 2,800 jobs in organisational change
Telstra will cut almost 3,000 roles from its workforce in an organisational change that will see it 'reset' its enterprise business. ⌘ Read more
The red flags that triggered an AVO against suspected murder-suicide killer
The man suspected of killing himself and his two-year-old son had fronted a court three months ago over his controlling and coercive behaviour. ⌘ Read more
Camper’s widow tells murder trial of affair ultimatum, a husband’s vow and radio silence
Russell Hill’s wife packed a bag for her husband’s camping trip and never saw him again. She has told a jury about their marriage, his affair and the silence that led her to call in police. ⌘ Read more
‘I’ll be ready’: Why Broncos guns could soon be heated rivals
Amid a logjam for a centre spot in the State of Origin, two teammates have announced their cases for respective recalls. Have your say on who should win the race. ⌘ Read more
Labor’s backing for gas growth ‘not like the Coalition’: King
The federal government has doubled down on its support for increased gas production, with Resources Minister Madeleine King labelling calls for no large new gas projects “useless”. ⌘ Read more
‘Fresh injury’: Collingwood star De Goey will miss Fremantle game
Collingwood dynamo Jordan De Goey won’t face Fremantle and could potentially be sidelined for longer after suffering an abdominal strain in the Magpies’ dramatic win over Adelaide. ⌘ Read more
Superannuation calculator: Find out how much you’ll have when you retire
Your superannuation is one of the most important investments you’ll make in your lifetime. Get on top of it with our new superannuation calculator. ⌘ Read more
The little luxuries households are skipping as they plan to bank their tax cuts
The Reserve Bank is relieved that many households have increased their savings as interest rates rose, but hospitality is feeling the brunt. ⌘ Read more
‘It appears we’re heading to trial’: Reynolds, Higgins, Sharaz fail to reach peace deal
WA Liberal Senator Linda Reynolds is at the Supreme Court in Perth as Brittany Higgins and her partner David Sharaz are expected to beam in from France for mediation in their defamation row. ⌘ Read more
Nova Peris quits republican movement over Gaza split with co-chair Craig Foster
The Olympic champion and former Labor senator says it is untenable to continue to work with Foster over what she described as his “inaccurate and divisive” comments against Israel. ⌘ Read more
Police double reward in hunt for killer of pregnant Brisbane mum
Elizabeth “Liz” Henry was 30 years old, and four months’ pregnant with her seventh child, when her naked body was found. ⌘ Read more
‘I haven’t got too many close friends in that team’: Alex Carey opens up on Ashes abuse
At times in England, following his stumping of Jonny Bairstow, Alex Carey was reluctant to venture out in public. With limited contacts among the England team, he became an overnight Ashes villain; a role he’s learned to live with. ⌘ Read more
Bugger! Now Kylie’s closing. I’m fed up, but who can blame her?**
The hospitality industry is in its direst predicament for decades and even the most successful restaurants have tighter margins now. ⌘ Read more
Police seek delay in investigation into William Tyrrell’s foster mother
Last year, police recommended charges against William Tyrrell’s foster mother to the director of public prosecutions. On Tuesday they asked that prosecutors pause their review of the evidence. ⌘ Read more
‘I’m an old bloke, I was excited’: Ex-cop says sex with teen inside police station was consensual
A week after allegedly raping the 19-year-old while investigating her complaint, Glen Coleman messaged: “The final offer. $700 for two hours. Either way, this will be the end”. ⌘ Read more
The little luxuries households are skipping as they plan to bank their tax cuts
It’s welcome news for a Reserve Bank board that actively considered lifting rates to counter stubborn inflation. ⌘ Read more
‘Day of Shame’: Sunak apologises for Britain’s infected-blood scandal
A six-year inquiry has found the deaths of about 3000 people and infection of some 30,000 others could have mostly been avoided. The PM has vowed compensation. ⌘ Read more
Happy 50th birthday Brad – you’ve received the most Eels-style present ever
From club member number 2911828, here’s a tribute to the former Eels coach on his birthday. ⌘ Read more
The booming kick set to be top pick in the mid-season draft
Meet Jasper Scaife, the forward with an infamous work ethic whose WAFL coach thinks he has such a booming kick he could be a punter in the NFL if he doesn’t make it in Australian rules footy. Plus, check out the list of players who will undertake medical testing at clubs’ request ahead of next week’s mid-season draft. ⌘ Read more
Why Telstra needs to sack 10 per cent of its workforce
The good news for chief executive Vicki Brady is that the mobile division continues to motor on nicely. She needs this motor to purr like a kitten. ⌘ Read more
ASX slides amid mixed Wall Street start to the week
The Australian sharemarket benchmark index is lingering in the red, even after most US stock indices ticked higher overnight after a quiet day of mixed trading. ⌘ Read more
The Australian city with a better quality of life than Sydney or Melbourne
A new international comparison of 1000 cities shows Melbourne ahead of Sydney as the place to be. But one city has a much better quality of life than either. ⌘ Read more
I know pseudo remedies won’t cure my winter cold. But they make me feel special
We’re currently experiencing a unique hell of virus soup, and despite knowing what we need to do to get better, following doctor’s orders feel painfully pedestrian. ⌘ Read more
‘Maybe I was wrong’: Former Bulldogs skipper lifts lid on Ciraldo methods
Raymond Faitala-Mariner faces Canterbury on Thursday for the first time since leaving the club and has spoken about challenging Cameron Ciraldo’s training methods. ⌘ Read more
‘Mummy, no’: Charlise’s alleged killer claims he heard girl scream
A jury has listened to prison calls between Justin Stein and his mother after he was charged with murdering his partner’s nine-year-old daughter. ⌘ Read more
WA’s lack of progress on ‘vital’ carbon capture underwhelms minister
WA’s energy minister told the oil and gas industry it could “go the way of the dinosaurs” if it continued to vent greenhouse gases into the atmosphere freely. ⌘ Read more
UK PM offers official apology after damning report on tainted blood scandal
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Monday offered his government's apologies to the victims of the tainted blood scandal. ⌘ Read more
Edwards’ slams down viral dunk
Anthony Edwards slammed one down on Utah’s John Collins during the regular season. ⌘ Read more
Tarryn Thomas charged over alleged harassment
Sacked North Melbourne footballer Tarryn Thomas was charged by police on Tuesday for alleged harassment and breaching a court order. ⌘ Read more
‘I’m not bitter’: Arthur opens up on Eels sacking
The former coach has broken his silence on his dismissal from the club. ⌘ Read more
Barrett makes first big call as Moses’ Origin hopes dashed
Parramatta’s interim coach could have had the club’s best player back straight away in the post-Brad Arthur era, but Moses will miss another week as his Origin chances evaporate. ⌘ Read more
We’ll remember you: Australian singer Frank Ifield
Ifield’s The Wayward Wind (That I Love You) kept the Beatles’ Please Please Me out of number one. ⌘ Read more
Missing campers murder trial loses juror to illness
The trial of former airline pilot Gregory Lynn over the alleged murders of Russell Hill and Carol Clay will press on after a juror was excused during the second week of evidence. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Telstra to cut up to 2800 jobs; ICC seeks arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders
Follow today’s national news headlines with our live blog. ⌘ Read more
Red’s body on the line for Wallabies chance, Super Rugby charge
Josh Flook has backed himself to play through the pain as a Wallabies jersey beckons and the Queensland Reds plot a road-trip to the Super Rugby Pacific title. ⌘ Read more
This is what good financial planning really looks like
You might ask what a two-month sojourn in New York has to do with personal finance, but good planning goes well beyond just the numbers. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Telstra to cut up to 2800 jobs; ICC seeks arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders
Follow today’s national news headlines with our live blog. ⌘ Read more
‘Stay tuned’ as Lions’ hype man promises more
Kai Lohmann has teased at more goal celebrations but pledged to knuckle down, too. ⌘ Read more
Why ‘Roaring Kitty’ is the poster child for next-generation investors
After a long period of calm, all it took to reignite the meme stock flames was a cryptic post last week from GameStop investor “Roaring Kitty”. ⌘ Read more
Already binged Bridgerton? Here are seven other great period dramas to watch
If you’ve already worked your way through Netflix’s juicy drama, get your fill of corsets, cravats, and torrid love affairs with these other period drama shows. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Telstra to cut up to 2800 jobs; ICC seeks arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders
Follow today’s national news headlines with our live blog. ⌘ Read more
‘It’s time they admit they got it wrong’: Reynolds fronts court ahead of second round of peace talks
WA Liberal Senator Linda Reynolds is at the Supreme Court in Perth as Brittany Higgins and her partner David Sharaz are expected to beam in from France for mediation in their defamation row. ⌘ Read more
Microsoft introduces AI PC era with direct shots at Apple’s MacBook
Laptops carrying the CoPilot+ badge are faster and longer lasting than the MacBook Air, Microsoft says, as it showcases ARM-powered Surface devices. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Telstra to cut up to 2800 jobs; ICC seeks arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders
Follow today’s national news headlines with our live blog. ⌘ Read more
Adam Liaw’s golden syrup dumplings
Dumplings poached in golden syrup and served with lashings of cream? What’s not to love! ⌘ Read more