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‘He’s a legend right?’: The French teen superfan driving de Minaur at Roland-Garros
A 14-year-old Parisian named Paul has become Alex de Minaur’s lucky charm at the French Open and will be there for the Demon’s practice session and his quarter-final against Alexander Zverev. ⌘ Read more
List of professionals wanted for fast-tracked migration
Jobs and Skills Australia has released a draft list of professions to be fast-tracked through migration as the country faces skills shortages. ⌘ Read more
Two cyclists injured after allegedly struck by car
Two cyclists are in hospital after a crash on Sydney's Northern Beaches. ⌘ Read more
After an eight-year fight, 12-storey Camberwell tower gets green light
The commercial and residential development will shoot up at Camberwell Junction, a move that could pave the way for more high-rises in the area. ⌘ Read more
‘They were grown men with guns. I was in my PJs’: The crises where police aren’t wanted
Police should be relegated to back-up support for mental health workers or not respond at all to call-outs for severely mentally ill people in crisis, a major state inquiry has concluded. ⌘ Read more
The race to stop people destroying evidence of alien life
Looting and scientific vandalism on Earth has scientists worried we could destroy evidence of extraterrestrial life before we even find it. ⌘ Read more
Miranda Otto on the Ladies in Black – and the lost art of customer service
The Australian actor plays one of the new characters in the ABC TV series, which is the third spin-off from Madeleine St John’s 1993 novel, The Women in Black. ⌘ Read more
Chris Minns unveils new mental health funding
NSW Premier Chris Minns has revealed $111 million of new mental health funding. ⌘ Read more
Rare look at Australia’s ‘vital’ marine research vessel
The CSIRO has granted news cameras a rare glimpse into the nation's most important marine research vessel. ⌘ Read more
P&O to be merged into Carnival Cruise Line
Australian cruise line brand P&O is about to disappear, with its parent company announcing it will be folded into Carnival Cruise Line early next year. ⌘ Read more
Redman out of Essendon’s blockbuster against Blues; Tigers make call on Dusty’s 300th celebration
The Tigers have decided if Dustin Martin will play on Thursday night, while star Essendon midfielder Darcy Parish has suffered a setback in his return from a calf injury. ⌘ Read more
Country Road faces staff exodus over new investigations, as boss stays put
Staff members at the fashion retailer have expressed anger that chief executive Raju Vuppalapati will stay in the role after an external investigation into the handling of complaints. ⌘ Read more
As a visiting Frenchwoman, Australian men are not at all what I expected
Living in Melbourne and working in hospitality, one cultural difference with France was immediately apparent: men’s behaviour towards women. ⌘ Read more
Grudges seriously harm our health. Here are four ways to let them go
If you sense it’s time to let go of a grudge, here’s how to go about it. ⌘ Read more
As it happened: Construction trades miss out on fast-tracked immigration; MPs react to minimum wage decision
The housing crisis in Australia persists, but yoga instructors have beaten some construction trades to a spot on the government’s draft priority skills list for migrants. Plus, federal parliament sits today. Follow live here. ⌘ Read more
Sport Integrity Australia intervenes in ice skating scandal
Sport Integrity Australia has appointed its own integrity officer to the peak body of ice skating to oversee a spate of complaints plaguing the sport. ⌘ Read more
Can businesses go cashless? They can – but a new law would change that
Despite the rapidly declining use of cash, small business owners are opting to accept physical tender in a bid to keep customers happy. But the cost is high. ⌘ Read more
Explicit excellence shows value of traditional ways
Explicit teaching is now being recognised, as it should always have, as the most effective learning method for the vast majority of students. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Construction trades miss out on fast-tracked immigration; MPs react to minimum wage decision
The housing crisis in Australia persists, but yoga instructors have beaten some construction trades to a spot on the government’s draft priority skills list for migrants. Plus, federal parliament will sit today. Follow live ... ⌘ Read more
Mokbel’s man spared deportation yet again in detainee blame game
The federal government first chose not to cancel Kevin Farrugia’s visa in 2005, when the Maltese-born criminal was initially convicted for his work for the notorious drug baron. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Construction trades miss out on fast-tracked immigration; MPs react to minimum wage decision
The housing crisis in Australia persists, but yoga instructors have beaten some construction trades to a spot on the government’s draft priority skills list for migrants. Plus, federal parliament will sit today. Follow live ... ⌘ Read more
‘Don’t stop moving’: How Maroons can overcome 224kg Blues advantage
Queensland is taking on a NSW forward pack that, in some ways, has their measure. What do the stats say about the contest up front? ⌘ Read more
Byford killing in front of child ‘dreadful domestic violence case’: premier
A 33-year-old man stands accused of bludgeoning his mother to death on Sunday evening in her Byford home, leaving a child witness to call police as she died. ⌘ Read more
Al Muderis presented as ‘some sort of Dr Frankenstein’, his lawyer says
Sue Chrysanthou, SC, told the Federal Court that angry former patients were not “accurate historians” of their experience during the marathon defamation case. ⌘ Read more
P&O Cruises to sail into sunset with Carnival nabbing the fleet
One of the country’s best known cruise line brands, P&O Cruises Australia, will shut down in March next year, leaving many of its ships to be operated by parent company Carnival Corporation. ⌘ Read more
Dad’s plea for concussed son to give boxing ‘a rest’ before brain bleed death
George Diamond had weeks of concussion symptoms after a head knock at his boxing gym, but despite the concerns of family he returned to the ring. ⌘ Read more
O’Shea backs UK import to go back-to-back at Warwick Farm
Trainer John O’Shea has high hopes for promising import Inquiring Minds and is looking for the lightly raced galloper to build on his solid last start win when he returns to Warwick Farm on Wednesday. ⌘ Read more
Race-by-race preview and tips for Warwick Farm on Wednesday
All you need to pick a winner or three in Wednesday’s eight-race feature meeting. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Construction trades miss out on fast-tracked immigration; MPs react to minimum wage decision
The housing crisis in Australia persists, but yoga instructors have beaten some construction trades to a spot on the government’s draft priority skills list for migrants. Plus, federal parliament will sit today. Follow live ... ⌘ Read more
‘Can’t get story straight’: Confusion over plan to allow foreigners to serve in ADF
Defence Minister Richard Marles sidestepped questions about whether permanent residents from autocracies such as China would be allowed to serve in the ADF. ⌘ Read more
Big miners, energy sector drag ASX to a loss
The Australian sharemarket slid on Tuesday, reflecting a mixed trading session on Wall Street after a US manufacturing report suggested its economy is slowing. ⌘ Read more
Modi’s alliance races to majority but falls short of landslide
A third Modi term with a slim majority for the BJP could introduce some uncertainty after his decade-long authoritative rule. Counting continues. ⌘ Read more
McAfee slammed for controversial comment
Pat McAfee has been slammed for a controversial comment about WNBA star Caitlin Clark. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Construction trades miss out on fast-tracked immigration; MPs react to minimum wage decision
The housing crisis in Australia persists, but yoga instructors have beaten some construction trades to a spot on the government’s draft priority skills list for migrants. Plus, federal parliament will sit today. Follow live ... ⌘ Read more
Rare look at Australia’s ‘vital’ marine research vessel
The CSIRO has granted news cameras a rare glimpse into the nation's most important marine research vessel. ⌘ Read more
Housing under threat: The plan to kill off Sydney’s signature density policy
The NSW opposition will take the extraordinary step of trying to axe the state government’s key plan for increasing housing supply in Sydney. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Construction trades miss out on fast-tracked immigration; MPs react to minimum wage decision
The housing crisis in Australia persists, but yoga instructors have beaten some construction trades to a spot on the government’s draft priority skills list for migrants. Plus, federal parliament will sit today. Follow live ... ⌘ Read more
WA news LIVE: Parent in Blackface wins best dressed at Perth school fundraiser; Byford murder accused to front court
Follow our live coverage here. ⌘ Read more
Southbank sculptures to be removed and put to pasture on a farm
Two sculptures that have overlooked the Yarra for two decades will be removed by Crown casino operators and sent to a farm on the Mornington Peninsula. ⌘ Read more
Brisbane News Live: Calls for first-home concessions on more properties; Bus driver charged over crash that killed Tia Cameron
The latest news in and around Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
He was lost to AFL … briefly. Now a shock Wallabies call-up could beckon
A pair of Wallabies bolters have renewed their Reds contracts ahead of a do-or-die battle that could cement their cases for higher honours. ⌘ Read more
Accused killer Justine Stein cross-examined over Charlise Mutten's death
The man accused of murdering nine-year-old Charlise Mutten has been cross-examined on the stand. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Construction trades miss out on fast-tracked immigration; MPs react to minimum wage decision
The housing crisis in Australia persists, but yoga instructors have beaten some construction trades to a spot on the government’s draft priority skills list for migrants. Plus, federal parliament will sit today. Follow live ... ⌘ Read more
Brisbane News Live: Calls for first-home concessions on more properties; Bus driver charged over crash that killed Tia Cameron
The latest news in and around Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
Brisbane News Live: Calls for first-home concessions on more properties; Bus driver charged over crash that killed Tia Cameron
The latest news in and around Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
Modi, accused of stoking Hindu-Muslim division for votes, ahead in early count
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party-led alliance is on track for a clear majority after early vote counting. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Construction trades miss out on fast-tracked immigration; MPs react to minimum wage decision
The housing crisis in Australia persists, but yoga instructors have beaten some construction trades to a spot on the government’s draft priority skills list for migrants. Plus, federal parliament will sit today. Follow live ... ⌘ Read more
Chris Minns unveils new mental health funding
NSW Premier Chris Minns has revealed $111 million of new mental health funding. ⌘ Read more
P&O to be merged into Carnival Cruise Line
Australian cruise line brand P&O is about to disappear, with its parent company announcing it will be folded into Carnival Cruise Line early next year. ⌘ Read more
Auric to home in on intriguing gold target in WA Goldfields
Auric Mining has unveiled gold hits up to 1m at 6.08g/t from 82m at its Spargoville project in WA – at a target wedged between two known high-grade deposits. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Construction trades miss out on fast-tracked immigration; MPs react to minimum wage decision
The housing crisis in Australia persists, but yoga instructors have beaten some construction trades to a spot on the government’s draft priority skills list for migrants. Plus, federal parliament will sit today. Follow live ... ⌘ Read more
‘A death warrant’: Public slams new Powerhouse plans
The vast majority of 126 public submissions are opposed to the redevelopment of the now shuttered Powerhouse Museum in Ultimo. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Construction trades miss out on fast-tracked immigration; MPs react to minimum wage decision
The housing crisis in Australia persists, but yoga instructors have beaten some construction trades to a spot on the government’s draft priority skills list for migrants. Plus, federal parliament will sit today. Follow live ... ⌘ Read more
Shorten’s $310,000-a-year writer pens at least 170 speeches - but no zingers
Senate estimates revealed that Julianne Stewart, a speechwriter for former prime ministers, was hired by Services Australia on a two-year contract valued at $620,000. ⌘ Read more
Brisbane News Live: Calls for first-home concessions on more properties; Bus driver charged over crash that killed Tia Cameron
The latest news in and around Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
Will Furiosa’s box-office struggles mean the end of Mad Max?**
George Miller’s latest film has struggled for a second weekend in cinemas around the world. What does it mean for the future of the franchise? ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Construction trades miss out on fast-tracked immigration; MPs react to minimum wage decision
The housing crisis in Australia persists, but yoga instructors have beaten some construction trades to a spot on the government’s draft priority skills list for migrants. Plus, federal parliament will sit today. Follow live ... ⌘ Read more
SEQ’s housing shortage won’t be fixed soon. These two numbers explain why
The crisis in housing can be summed up by two figures: the number of new lots the south-east needs each year, and how many are actually being approved. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Construction trades miss out on fast-tracked immigration; MPs react to minimum wage decision
The housing crisis in Australia persists, but yoga instructors have beaten some construction trades to a spot on the government’s draft priority skills list for migrants. Plus, federal parliament will sit today. Follow live ... ⌘ Read more
‘He’s a legend right?’: The French teen superfan driving de Minaur at Roland-Garros
A 14-year-old Parisian named Paul has become Alex de Minaur’s lucky charm at the French Open and will be there for the Demon’s practice session and his quarter-final against Alexander Zverev. ⌘ Read more
How eight workers took seven hours to turn Matildas soccer field into an Origin cauldron
WATCH: Time-lapse footage has captured eight ground staff literally washing away any memories of the Matildas and getting Accor Stadium ready for the NSW Blues. ⌘ Read more
Scott’s 23-year streak in major strife as fellow Aussie sinks star
Adam Scott hasn’t missed a major tournament since 2001 but ice-cold nerves from a compatriot in a US Open qualifying event may have ended the run. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Construction trades miss out on fast-tracked immigration; MPs react to minimum wage decision
The housing crisis in Australia persists, but yoga instructors have beaten some construction trades to a spot on the government’s draft priority skills list for migrants. Plus, federal parliament will sit today. Follow live ... ⌘ Read more
World of photos, June 5, 2024
The best photos from the international wire agencies as chosen by our picture editors. ⌘ Read more
WA news LIVE: Parent in Blackface wins best dressed at Perth school fundraiser; Byford murder accused to front court
Follow our live coverage here. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Construction trades miss out on fast-tracked immigration; MPs react to minimum wage decision
The housing crisis in Australia persists, but yoga instructors have beaten some construction trades to a spot on the government’s draft priority skills list for migrants. Plus, federal parliament will sit today. Follow live ... ⌘ Read more
Auric to home in on intriguing gold target in WA Goldfields
Auric Mining has unveiled gold hits up to 1m at 6.08g/t from 82m at its Spargoville project in WA – at a target wedged between two known high-grade deposits. ⌘ Read more
A bike, some shoes and CCTV: How police tracked down alleged Coffs Harbour killer
The “random” alleged murder of 21-year-old surfer Kye Schaefer shocked the beachside town and triggered a public appeal. ⌘ Read more
Let’s not be tossers to our foreign students. Looking at you, Randwick
We’ve opened our doors to international students, but not our hearts. Now a Sydney council has joined the pile-on. ⌘ Read more
These chilling voicemails prove Islamophobia is thriving – despite one senator’s callous dismissal
Reports of Islamophobia have increased by 1300 per cent. Yet according to Senator Sarah Henderson, there’s nothing to it. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Construction trades miss out on fast-tracked immigration; MPs react to minimum wage decision
The housing crisis in Australia persists, but yoga instructors have beaten some construction trades to a spot on the government’s draft priority skills list for migrants. Plus, federal parliament will sit today. Follow live ... ⌘ Read more
The verdict on Rupert Murdoch’s wedding sneakers: ‘I do’ or ‘I don’t?’**
The bride wore high heels and the groom wore sneakers. We asked experts whether billionaire businessman Rupert Murdoch was on fashion’s fast track or running off-course. ⌘ Read more
‘Can’t get story straight’: Confusion over plan to allow foreigners to serve in ADF
Defence Minister Richard Marles sidestepped questions about whether permanent residents from autocracies such as China would be allowed to serve in the ADF. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Construction trades miss out on fast-tracked immigration; MPs react to minimum wage decision
The housing crisis in Australia persists, but yoga instructors have beaten some construction trades to a spot on the government’s draft priority skills list for migrants. Plus, federal parliament will sit today. Follow live ... ⌘ Read more
Byford killing in front of child ‘dreadful’ domestic violence case: premier
A 33-year-old man stands accused of bludgeoning his mother to death on Sunday evening in her Byford home, leaving a child witness to call police as she died. ⌘ Read more
‘I’m innocent’: Greg Lynn’s plea to cops when charged with murder over missing campers
In a recorded interview played to a Supreme Court jury, the former pilot said he knew he was on police’s radar for the disappearance of Russell Hill and Carol Clay. ⌘ Read more
Brisbane News Live: Calls for first-home concessions on more properties; Bus driver charged over crash that killed Tia Cameron
The latest news in and around Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Construction trades miss out on fast-tracked immigration; MPs react to minimum wage decision
The housing crisis in Australia persists, but yoga instructors have beaten some construction trades to a spot on the government’s draft priority skills list for migrants. Plus, federal parliament will sit today. Follow live ... ⌘ Read more
The Spandex senator
Jane Hume even shocked herself during a Senate Estimates hearing in Canberra ⌘ Read more
Burrow's final message
The BBC released the last message from league legend Rob Burrow after his death on Monday. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Construction trades miss out on fast-tracked immigration; MPs react to minimum wage decision
The housing crisis in Australia persists, but yoga instructors have beaten some construction trades to a spot on the government’s draft priority skills list for migrants. Plus, federal parliament will sit today. Follow live ... ⌘ Read more
Ten great books to cosy up with this winter
The seasonal scene won’t be complete without a good read to warm the soul. ⌘ Read more
Austin isn’t a show about autism, but it gets the depiction just right
We first met Michael Theo in Love on the Spectrum. Now he’s one of the stars (and a script consultant) of the sweetly farcical comedy Austin. ⌘ Read more
Second time lucky? The Qatar decision scar has barely healed. Now it’s about to be reopened
This time Qatar has a lot more support in its corner for gaining extra flights to Australia. A conga line of competition economists and a bevy of tourism operators will be watching closely. ⌘ Read more
McLaren driver bodyslams rival in chaotic IndyCar race
McLaren's Theo Pourchaire lost control of his car before slamming into the side of Junco Holinger Racing's Agustin Canapino. ⌘ Read more
FCA chair Brendan Green member address
Brendan Green addresses members about Matthew Monaghan's departure from the organisation. ⌘ Read more
‘Less worthy men have seen me in far less’: Senator’s gymwear revelation
Liberal senator Jane Hume and ASIC chairman Joe Longo share a gym, but not the same taste in activewear. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Construction trades miss out on fast-tracked immigration; MPs react to minimum wage decision
The housing crisis in Australia persists, but yoga instructors have beaten some construction trades to a spot on the government’s draft priority skills list for migrants. Plus, federal parliament will sit today. Follow live ... ⌘ Read more
Longmire calls for AFL to consider limits
John Longmire has called for the AFL to consider imposing limits on contract lengths amid the signing trend. ⌘ Read more
Modi on track for re-election, alliance dominates early vote count
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party-led alliance is on track for a clear majority after early vote counting. ⌘ Read more
Burrow's final message
The BBC released the last message from league legend Rob Burrow after his death on Monday. ⌘ Read more
King River knuckles down on new Top End gold targets
King River Resources has completed 11 reverse-circulation drillholes for 1824m at two of the company’s Langrenus targets at its Tennant Creek project in the NT. ⌘ Read more
Crocodiles and the world’s deadliest snake evacuated from Melbourne factory after fire
Firefighters evacuated hundreds of reptiles from the Jurassic Jungle warehouse in Melbourne’s east. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Construction trades miss out on fast-tracked immigration; MPs react to minimum wage decision
The housing crisis in Australia persists, but yoga instructors have beaten some construction trades to a spot on the government’s draft priority skills list for migrants. Plus, federal parliament will sit today. Follow live ... ⌘ Read more
WA news LIVE: Parent in Blackface wins best dressed at Perth school fundraiser; Byford murder accused to front court
Follow our live coverage here. ⌘ Read more
Brisbane News Live: Calls for first-home concessions on more properties; Bus driver charged over crash that killed Tia Cameron
The latest news in and around Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
Former Virgin boss named new chair of Crown Resorts
John Borghetti will take the chair as the casino operator has passed its regulatory hurdles and now has to find a way to become financially profitable. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Construction trades miss out on fast-tracked immigration; MPs react to minimum wage decision
The housing crisis in Australia persists, but yoga instructors have beaten some construction trades to a spot on the government’s draft priority skills list for migrants. Plus, federal parliament will sit today. Follow live ... ⌘ Read more
Racing execs up for grabs as Tigers hunt for Gale replacement
A second racing chief executive has joined the open market as Richmond continue their search to replace Brendon Gale, after Josh Blanksby announced on Tuesday he was standing down as Melbourne Racing Club CEO. ⌘ Read more
As tax cuts loom, donating to charity shouldn’t just be for the rich
It’s not just millionaires looking to charitable giving ahead of 30 June. Here’s how you can make the most of it. ⌘ Read more