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Multiple injured after serious head-on crash in Melbourne
Multiple people have been injured following a serious crash in Melbourne. ⌘ Read more
US forced to remove Gaza aid pier as Israel’s Rafah offensive expands
Israel pummelled the same area where strikes triggered a deadly fire days earlier in a camp for displaced Palestinians. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Wong demands Israel cease Rafah attacks; Albanese government to introduce EPA law to parliament
Federal parliament will sit on Wednesday as the Labor government prepares to introduce new environmental legislation and the foreign minister responds to the ongoing Israel-Hamas war in Gaza. ⌘ Read more
ASX set to fall as Wall Street slides lower; Nvidia jumps
The ASX is set to open in the red with Wall Street lower across the board after resuming trade following a long weekend. ⌘ Read more
The double-level aeroplane seat is back, with a twist
Take a look at Chaise Longue's first-class double-level aeroplane seat prototype. ⌘ Read more
US forced to remove Gaza aid pier as Israel’s Rafah offensive expands
Israel pummelled the same area where strikes triggered a deadly fire days earlier in a camp for displaced Palestinians. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Wong demands Israel cease Rafah attacks; Albanese government to introduce EPA law to parliament
Federal parliament will sit on Wednesday as the Labor government prepares to introduce new environmental legislation and the foreign minister responds to the ongoing Israel-Hamas war in Gaza. ⌘ Read more
Major traffic delays amid Sydney car crash
A six-car crash has backed up traffic more than 10 kilometres in Sydney's south-west. ⌘ Read more
Bolt-action shotgun police say killed camper shown to jury
A ballistics expert has told a jury the shotgun police allege was used to murder camper Carol Clay would be difficult to fire accidentally. ⌘ Read more
Three charged over alleged $2.2 million e-tag fraud
Three men have been charged in Sydney over an alleged $2.2 million e-tag fraud scheme. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Wong demands Israel cease Rafah attacks; Albanese government to introduce EPA law to parliament
Federal parliament will sit on Wednesday as the Labor government prepares to introduce new environmental legislation and the foreign minister responds to the ongoing Israel-Hamas war in Gaza. ⌘ Read more
Fresh blow in bid to have NRL star’s father deported home to Australia
The father of NRL star Payne Haas is accused of being at the “centre” of a failed drug smuggling attempt in Indonesia. ⌘ Read more
Brisbane News Live: Brisbane households warned of rate rises; Payne Haas breaks silence
The latest news in and around Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
Two tobacco shops firebombed in Melbourne
Two tobacco stores have been firebombed in Melbourne. ⌘ Read more
Major traffic delays amid Sydney car crash
A six-car crash has backed up traffic more than 10 kilometres in Sydney's south-west. ⌘ Read more
Michelsen spews over 'tough' umpire call
American Alex Michelsen complained about a close line call against the Aussie, which turned out to be right. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Wong demands Israel cease Rafah attacks; Albanese government to introduce EPA law to parliament
Federal parliament will sit on Wednesday as the Labor government prepares to introduce new environmental legislation and the foreign minister responds to the ongoing Israel-Hamas war in Gaza. ⌘ Read more
‘Two-bit big shot’: Robert De Niro unleashes on Donald Trump outside hush money trial
As closing arguments began in the former president’s historic trial, the Hollywood star made a surprise appearance in Lower Manhattan. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Wong demands Israel cease Rafah attacks; Albanese government to introduce EPA law to parliament
Federal Parliament will sit on Wednesday as the Labor government prepares to introduce new environmental legislation and the foreign minister responds to the ongoing Israel-Hamas war in Gaza. ⌘ Read more
De Minaur cruises into French Open second round
Aussie star Alex de Minaur cruised into the second round of the French Open with an easy win against Alex Michelsen in Paris. ⌘ Read more
National weather forecast for Wednesday May 29
National weather forecast for Wednesday May 29. ⌘ Read more
Foreign Minister Penny Wong calls on Israel to halt its military campaign in Rafah
Penny Wong demands instant ceasefire as Israel continues Rafah ground offensive. ⌘ Read more
Hush money trial of former US president Donald Trump nears its end
New York court hears closing arguments in the Donald Trump hush money trial. ⌘ Read more
China at forefront of major defence conference in Canberra
Defence Minister says he is concerned about China's recent military drills off Taiwan, but seeks strong relations with the country. ⌘ Read more
Woman arrested after man allegedly stabbed to death in Sydney
A homicide investigation is under way after a man was allegedly stabbed to death at a Sydney home. ⌘ Read more
Walsh opens up on Carrigan bromance
An emotional Reece Walsh teared up while telling media about his close bond with Broncos teammate Pat Carrigan. ⌘ Read more
Israel’s Rafah offensive expands, fresh strikes kill at least 37 Palestinians
Israel pummelled the same area where strikes triggered a deadly fire days earlier in a camp for displaced Palestinians. ⌘ Read more
Three freshly shucked spots to get ‘crazy good’ seafood and sushi (at an affordable price)
Including a pint-sized city oyster bar, nigiri to take away in Footscray and a pop-up from an ex-Kisume chef. ⌘ Read more
ASX set to fall as Wall Street retreats on return from break; Nvidia jumps
The ASX is set to open in the red with Wall Street lower across the board after resuming trade following a long weekend. ⌘ Read more
When do I need to start worrying about the $3m super tax?**
If your super balance is over the $3 million mark, where it will soon be subject to higher tax, there are some key dates to be aware of. ⌘ Read more
Want schools? Build housing: Premier dangles the carrot to Sydney
The Minns government will tie funding for key local infrastructure to councils which meet and beat new five-year housing targets. ⌘ Read more
Australia’s fashion world record that no one should be proud of
Fed a diet of fast fashion, Australian consumers buy more new clothes than any other country. And more steps are needed to tackle waste. ⌘ Read more
Revealed: How Sydney’s housing push will be watered down
A “policy refinement paper” obtained by the Herald reveals several land zones will be excluded from the forthcoming low- and mid-rise housing policy, among other concessions to local councils. ⌘ Read more
It could cost you thousands, so how do you pick a good super fund?**
Many of us don’t think twice about what super fund we get put in, but poor performance can cost you thousands. Here’s what you should look out for. ⌘ Read more
Yes, you can save money and still enjoy life. Here’s how
Common finance advice seems to suggest saving money should be a slog, whereas the opposite is actually true. ⌘ Read more
Nearly half of Australian school students failed this science test. Can you pass?**
The latest National Assessment Program report in science literacy found about a third of year 6 students say they do not have science lessons every week. ⌘ Read more
Five ways to save money in one of the world’s most beautiful places
Exotic Seychelles is known for not being wallet-friendly. But there are ways to sunbathe, sip on Takamaka rum and save in five easy steps. ⌘ Read more
Benedict Cumberbatch finds the perfect role in missing child thriller
British writer Abi Morgan recreates the crumbling New York City of the 1980s in a psychological thriller filled with complex characters and issues. ⌘ Read more
‘Patty’s not allowed to remarry’: Harriet Dyer’s imaginary from-the-grave command
The 35-year-old actor and screenwriter on unusual sex ed, how she’d like to die – and Taylor Swift. ⌘ Read more
Two weeks after the budget, I’ve realised I missed its most surprising revelation
The budget papers include a long statement spelling out what’s wrong with housing with a candour I’ve not seen before. ⌘ Read more
Everyone at my brand-new job got a pay rise, except me. When can I ask for one?**
When you’re new to a role, timing is everything when it comes to asking for a salary adjustment, says Dr Kirstin Ferguson. ⌘ Read more
Jumbo rent rises tipped in Perth due to 12-month limit on increases
One property analyst says the rental crisis is largely the fault of rising taxes combined with failed government policies and interference in the free market. ⌘ Read more
‘Straight from the Gina Rinehart playbook’: Plibersek lashes Dutton’s mining project pledge
The opposition leader is promising to slash green tape for resources projects, which has prompted Tanya Plibersek to accuse him of writing policies for mining magnates. ⌘ Read more
Like Vegas meets Disney: Mega-resort is impressive, but I won’t be returning
Once an illicit playground for the elite, mega-resort Sun City now has different challenges. ⌘ Read more
Stuck in the sand: Perth’s got 2000 homes approved, but no one to build them
There are nearly 2000 homes approved in Perth that have not yet been started, which experts say is an abnormal lag – but there are signs the backlog may soon ease. ⌘ Read more
Victoria’s $12 billion ‘credit card’ for policies not listed in the budget
Treasurer Tim Pallas has been handed a $12.1 billion “credit card” to spend next financial year without being scrutinised through the budget or parliament. ⌘ Read more
Emergency departments are busier than ever. Here’s how your hospital stacks up
Emergency waiting times at two of the state’s biggest hospitals have skyrocketed as the health system buckles under “unprecedented pressure”. ⌘ Read more
Nine tries in four starts: Will Wallabies unleash the ‘Junkyard Dog’?**
Reds rookie Tim Ryan has become a cult hero with a series of sizzling tries that have to be seen to be believed. And he is NSW’s problem this week. ⌘ Read more
Seven big myths we tell tourists about Australia, busted
Melbourne has the best coffee and Sydney has the best weather? We’re giving visitors to this country the wrong information. ⌘ Read more
John Poynton on the pressure of a legacy and getting on the wrong side of a media mogul
The man widely considered one of Perth’s most successful corporate advisors talks flying, the pressure of a legacy, and his fear that he “wasn’t very bright”. ⌘ Read more
No-fuss Demon exacts revenge to breeze into second round at Roland-Garros
Alex de Minaur is the first Australian into the second round at Roland-Garros after a five-hour rain delay and watching five compatriots exit the claycourt major on the first two days. ⌘ Read more
Superquiz and Target Time, Wednesday, May 29
Trivia buffs: test your knowledge with today’s interactive superquiz and target. ⌘ Read more
Proportion of WA students completing year 12 drops to shocking low
The number of students in government schools staying until year 12 has plummeted over the past decade, and Western Australia has dropped more than any other. ⌘ Read more
Victoria has thousands of empty public housing dwellings
A new report also shows the state has only added about 300 new public homes in the past eight years. ⌘ Read more
‘I went white’: How Jurbo reacted to captaincy news
New NSW Blues coach Jake Trbojevic revealed he was walking his dog with his fiance Alex when he got the call from coach Michael Maguire. ⌘ Read more
Leniu breaks silence on racism scandal
Spencer Leniu hasn’t spoken publicly since copping an eight-game ban for the slur against Ezra Mam. ⌘ Read more
Proposed changes to WA gun laws after double murder
WA’s police commissioner wants gun laws changed to help cops fight domestic violence. ⌘ Read more
Major breakthrough in sexual assault cold case
There has been a major breakthrough in a sexual assault cold case due to new DNA technology. ⌘ Read more
WA pharmacies to be able to resupply contraceptive pill
Pharmacies across WA will be able to resupply the contraceptive pill in a bid to ease pressure on GPs. ⌘ Read more
Man stabbed to death in Matraville, woman arrested
Police have arrested a woman after a man was fatally stabbed at a property in Matraville in Sydney’s eastern suburbs. ⌘ Read more
Best of cartoons, May 29, 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
The latest illustrations from artist Matt Golding
Illustrations by the artist from The Age. ⌘ Read more
‘I’ve maintained my innocence all along’: Fagan welcomes potential court hearing into racism saga
Brisbane Lions coach and former Hawthorn staffer Chris Fagan says he’d welcome the chance to tell his side of the story of the Hawks’ racism saga in court. ⌘ Read more
Best of cartoons, May 29, 2024
The news of the day as interpreted by our talented artists, illustrators and cartoonists. ⌘ Read more
Daughter of Perth double murder claims she and mum begged police for help
Ariel Bombara, daughter of Perth murderer Mark Bombara, says she begged police for help before her dad shot dead her mum’s best friend and her daughter. ⌘ Read more
Satisfaction in Byron
Waiting on a friend at Wategos. ⌘ Read more
Home Affairs boss admits her department didn’t warn Giles on detainee visa challenges
The immigration minister has been under fire over a directive he issued last year that has been linked to several tribunal decisions allowing visa holders to stay despite committing serious crimes. ⌘ Read more
Home Affairs boss admits her department didn’t warn Giles on detainee visa challenges
The immigration minister has been under fire over a directive he issued last year that has been linked to several tribunal decisions allowing visa holders to stay despite committing serious crimes. ⌘ Read more
Sydney University’s pledge to review defence ties rejected by student campers
The university said its offer to review its defence ties was more comprehensive than ones accepted by other encampments across Australia ⌘ Read more
New hope for kids who suffer from stubborn sore throats
SA scientists have developed new vaccines for kids who suffer from stubborn sore throats. ⌘ Read more
Port Adelaide set to be without skipper for Carlton clash
Port Adelaide is set to be without skipper Conor Rozee for its clash with Carlton. ⌘ Read more
Convicted drug dealer suing SA Police
A convicted drug dealer is suing South Australia Police, claiming he was assaulted during an arrest. ⌘ Read more
Man, 90, among four attacked at hospital
A 90-year-old man is among four people who were attacked outside Modbury Hospital in Adelaide. ⌘ Read more
Killer who drowned disabled wife dies
A killer who drowned his wife in an Adelaide pond has died in custody. ⌘ Read more
Sting of the North: Statehood may be a double-edged sword
History shows it’s not that easy to create a new Australian state. So how easy would it be for a North Queensland to be welcomed into the Commonwealth fold? ⌘ Read more
Home Affairs boss admits her department didn’t warn Giles on detainee visa challenges
The immigration minister has been under fire over a directive he issued last year that has been linked to several tribunal decisions allowing visa holders to stay despite committing serious crimes. ⌘ Read more
Brisbane households warned of rate rises amid $127m council revenue slump
A lack of building activity has been blamed for a slump in Brisbane City Council’s cash reserves from $500m to $50m. And the opposition fears ratepayers will pick up the slack. ⌘ Read more
I’ll never forget the vile abuse at that footy field
Readers react to the accusations of racism in the AFL clubs, as well in comments by ABC journalist Laura Tingle. ⌘ Read more
The ‘zombie’ housing projects linked to Sydney’s housing crisis
Sydney property prices are at record highs and rental vacancies at historic lows, but new homes are struggling to get off the ground. ⌘ Read more
Pressure mounts on Israel after airstrike kills dozens of civilians
Pressure is being turned up on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after airstrikes in southern Gaza killed dozens of displaced civilians. ⌘ Read more
‘I’m really blessed’: Marsh’s return as World Cup captain after 14 years
Mitchell Marsh lifted a World Cup trophy as under-19s captain in 2010. After almost disappearing as an international player, he has the chance to do it again. ⌘ Read more
‘If anyone thinks I’m a racist, I can’t control that’: Leniu opens up on Vegas fallout
NSW debutant says he isn’t expecting retaliation from Brisbane teammates of Ezra Mam in the Origin opener, but won’t back down from the confrontation against the Maroons. ⌘ Read more
Crime boss’ prison outbursts fuelled by belief he was being targeted
George Marrogi embarked on an almost year-long tirade that included cell fires and spraying a guard with faeces, but he won’t serve extra jail time. ⌘ Read more
1.2 million homes needed, but construction workers not yet on ‘core skills’ visa list
Migrants who are plumbers, roof tilers, painters and other building trades are at risk of not being eligible for a core skills visa. ⌘ Read more
End-of-financial-year sales start early
Retail stores have kicked off their end-of-financial-year sales early. ⌘ Read more
Airport Rail brawl coming to a head with mediator on track to deliver report
Deputy Premier Ben Carroll says it’s time to get the $13 billion project done, and has pledged to stay in parliament until a promised train station in his electorate is built. ⌘ Read more
‘I’m a bleeder’: Weitering nurses leg injury, Power delay call on their skipper
Jacob Weitering has been nursing corkie issues but is ready to marshal the defence as the Blues seek to make history in Adelaide on Thursday, coming as Port Adelaide wait to make a call on the fitness of their captain. ⌘ Read more
Charlise Mutten's mother breaks down while denying shooting daughter
Charlise Mutten’s mother has sobbed in court as she denied her former fiance's claims that she murdered her daughter and covered it up ⌘ Read more
Sydney hospital unveils $65 million mental health facility for veterans and first responders
A hospital in Sydney's north-west has undergone a $65 million redevelopment to provide specialised mental health care to first responders and veterans. ⌘ Read more
At least 2000 feared dead in Papua New Guinea landslide
As many as 2000 people are feared dead after a huge landslide buried a village in Papua New Guinea. ⌘ Read more
Could NRL star’s father be deported home to Australia? Indonesia says ‘no’**
The father of NRL star Payne Haas is accused of being at the “centre” of a failed drug smuggling attempt in Indonesia. ⌘ Read more
‘It shocked me’: The series of events that ended Michelle Payne’s riding career
The first woman to ride the winner of the Melbourne Cup has revealed why she is walking away from a career that made her a household name. ⌘ Read more
The first Australian to undergo cryopreservation is now on ice. This scientist says he won’t come back
A Sydney man who died earlier this month lies frozen in liquid nitrogen at a regional cryogenics facility. But will he ever be resurrected? ⌘ Read more
Like Jane Austen with Asian people: Kevin Kwan’s new novel
The author of Crazy Rich Asians returns with another outrageous comedy of manners, family and money. So much money. ⌘ Read more
The end of men like Darren Wick is coming. Here’s how I know
The end of such men is coming through legislation. And it’s accelerating because of the alleged behaviour of men like Wick. ⌘ Read more
Penrith star pleads not guilty to domestic violence charges
Penrith player Taylan May has pleaded not guilty to domestic violence charges. ⌘ Read more
Study claims to find link between tattoos and cancer
A new study has suggested that having tattoos could be a risk factor for lymphoma, a kind of cancer. ⌘ Read more
Desperate search after woman gives birth near river before vanishing
Police are pleading for a mother to come forward after a placenta and umbilical cord were found beside a river in Sydney’s Inner West. ⌘ Read more
People escape major Sydney house fire
Ten people have managed to escape a house fire that spread to two properties in Sydney's south. ⌘ Read more