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WA news LIVE: Man charged with attempted murder over Gooseberry Hill DV stabbing
Barely recovered from the last supply chain crisis, WA’s getting a new one; the million dollar club’s got new members; and there’s a new instalment in our People of Perth series. ⌘ Read more
Driver charged after cyclists injured in horror northern beaches crash
Two avid cyclists were seriously injured when they were hit by a car on Sydney’s northern beaches. ⌘ Read more
Perth man charged over Gooseberry Hill DV stabbing
A Perth man has been charged with attempted murder over the stabbing of a woman in Gooseberry Hill last night. ⌘ Read more
Injured Djokovic withdraws from French Open
Jannik Sinner will be the new men's world No.1 after Novak Djokovic withdrew from the French Open with injury. ⌘ Read more
Brisbane News Live: The parking rule catching out Brisbane drivers; How Maroons can nullify Blues advantage
The latest news in and around Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Dodgy NDIS spending exceeds $2 billion; Universities warn federal government student crackdown could cost 4500 jobs
The National Disability Insurance Scheme’s integrity head has revealed at least 5 per cent of the scheme – more than $2 billion – was being spent in error. Plus, the international rankings of Aust ... ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Dodgy NDIS spending exceeds $2 billion; Universities warn federal government student crackdown could cost 4500 jobs
The National Disability Insurance Scheme’s integrity head has revealed at least 5 per cent of the scheme – more than $2 billion – was being spent in error. Plus, the international rankings of Aust ... ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Dodgy NDIS spending exceeds $2 billion; Universities warn federal government student crackdown could cost 4500 jobs
The National Disability Insurance Scheme’s integrity head has revealed at least 5 per cent of the scheme – more than $2 billion – was being spent in error. Plus, the international rankings of Aust ... ⌘ Read more
Freddy, Munster preview Origin game one
Former Blues coach Brad Fittler and injured Maroons star Cameron Munster preview the first men's State of Origin game of 2024. ⌘ Read more
Privacy watchdog sues Medibank over cyber hack
The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner alleges Medibank breached privacy laws and exposed its customers to risk of identity theft, extortion and financial crime. ⌘ Read more
MLB star gets ejected then slams own team
New York Mets pitcher Jorge López threw his glove into the crowd following his ejection then followed that up with a post-game rant for the ages. ⌘ Read more
Modi’s party wins Indian election but with smaller majority
India’s opposition Congress party called the opposition alliance’s strong showing in the polls a “win for democracy”. ⌘ 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
Magnet fishers reel in cash-stuffed safe
James Kane has used a powerful magnet to fish all manner of junk from New York City waterways, but he says the stacks of US$100 bills he pulled from a safe were something else entirely. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Dodgy NDIS spending exceeds $2 billion; Universities warn federal government student crackdown could cost 4500 jobs
The National Disability Insurance Scheme’s integrity head has revealed at least 5 per cent of the scheme – more than $2 billion – was being spent in error. Plus, the international rankings of Aust ... ⌘ Read more
Mark Butler says NDIS rort revelations 'outrageous'
Health Minister Mark Butler says stopping the mass rort of the NDIS is a top government priority. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Dodgy NDIS spending exceeds $2 billion; Universities warn federal government student crackdown could cost 4500 jobs
The National Disability Insurance Scheme’s integrity head has revealed at least 5 per cent of the scheme – more than $2 billion – was being spent in error. Plus, the international rankings of Aust ... ⌘ Read more
Modi’s coalition clinches parliamentary majority in India’s election
India’s opposition Congress party called the opposition alliance’s strong showing in the polls a “win for democracy”. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Dodgy NDIS spending exceeds $2 billion; Universities warn federal government student crackdown could cost 4500 jobs
The National Disability Insurance Scheme’s integrity head has revealed at least 5 per cent of the scheme – more than $2 billion – was being spent in error. Plus, the international rankings of Aust ... ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Dodgy NDIS spending exceeds $2 billion; Universities warn federal government student crackdown could cost 4500 jobs
The National Disability Insurance Scheme’s integrity head has revealed at least 5 per cent of the scheme – more than $2 billion – was being spent in error. Plus, the international rankings of Aust ... ⌘ Read more
ASX set for a flat start after choppy trading on Wall Street
The Australian sharemarket is poised for a lacklustre start as US indexes reversed early losses after the latest US jobs data showed a slowing in the world’s largest economy. ⌘ Read more
Brisbane News Live: The parking rule catching out Brisbane drivers; How Maroons can nullify Blues advantage
The latest news in and around Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
Djokovic pulls out of French Open, De Minaur avoids clash with world No.1
Djokovic aggravated a right knee problem during his win over Francisco Cerundolo, which was reported less than 24 hours later to be a torn medial meniscus. ⌘ Read more
National weather forecast for Wednesday June 5
National weather forecast for Wednesday June 5. ⌘ Read more
Opening arguments begin in firearms trial of US President Joe Biden's son, Hunter
Hunter Biden's gun possession trial underway, with prosecutors giving opening statements. ⌘ Read more
Woman throws milkshake at British politician Nigel Farage
UK politician Nigel Farage had a milkshake thrown in his face after his election campaign launch. ⌘ Read more
Tougher regulations ahead for buy now, pay later industry
New users of the buy now, pay later industry will have to undergo credit checks in a shake-up of the industry. ⌘ Read more
Revealed: Where every Australian university sits in global rankings
A Sydney university has reached an all-time high while three Australian universities are in the top 20. ⌘ Read more
Crown Princess Victoria joined by son Prince Oscar on royal engagement
Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden was joined by her eight-year-old son, Prince Oscar, on an official royal engagement. ⌘ Read more
‘Being a defender wasn’t going to cut it’: The numbers behind the Demon’s world-class weaponry
Alex de Minaur’s transformation from admired also-ran into world-beating top-10 star has captured the attention of a sporting nation. This is how he has done it. ⌘ Read more
Gauff reaches semis at Roland-Garros
Coco Gauff has reached the semi finals at the French Open, coming from behind to defeat Ons Jabeur. ⌘ Read more
Qantas says 22-hour direct flights to Europe, US still on track
Qantas boss Vanessa Hudson says global manufacturing delays won’t derail the airline’s plan to launch direct flights to London and New York in 2026. ⌘ Read more
The tiny NSW country town that has produced three Blues
The mayor of Temora could not be prouder of the three Blues with links to the Riverina town – but resisted introducing a public holiday for Origin. ⌘ Read more
Your must-hear gigs for June
Here’s our pick of the gigs to catch in a packed month of music ⌘ Read more
‘He’s Batman and I’m Robin. I want to be Batman’**
With Nathan Cleary, Jarome Luai formed one of the modern game’s great halves pairings. But he has always been the sidekick rather than the main man. Now, he’s ready to take the lead. ⌘ Read more
Adding to your super early can help you buy a first home. Here’s how
Even a small extra contribution from your income to your super now can make you thousands of dollars richer in retirement. So why don’t more people do it? ⌘ Read more
We’re done with travel, should we shift our super into pension mode?**
Shifting your super from accumulation mode to pension mode can have tax benefits, but you’ll be forced to withdraw some each year. ⌘ Read more
How to make sure you’re getting good financial advice
There’s a lot of mistrust of financial professionals, and it’s not totally unfounded, but there are ways to make sure you’re getting good advice. ⌘ Read more
‘My mouth fell open’: Finding the real Bali beyond the influencers
Away from the posers, lads in bucket hats and end-of-season footballers, this Indonesian island’s natural beauty astounds. ⌘ Read more
This wondrous Bali resort is a work of art
There are few resorts in Bali that manage to be both luxurious and authentically sustainable, but this one does. ⌘ Read more
The medieval version of the EU is gorgeous and free from tourist crowds
The cities in the former Hanseatic League in Northern Europe provide one delight after another. ⌘ Read more
‘We were left in limbo’: Childcare boss accused of not paying workers on time
Tara Harper, a former educator at a Genius childcare centre, resigned after just five months, saying she could not live with the uncertainty of not being paid on time. ⌘ Read more
‘Swimming saved my life’: Perth seniors dish the dirt on keeping fit
The benefits of exercise for the elderly is a hot topic. Here’s four retirees in their seventies and eighties who are still pushing their bodies and loving life. ⌘ Read more
Which of Australia’s favourite ski fields will survive by 2080?**
If global emissions remain high, skiing and snowboarding will disappear in Australia by 2080 at all but two resorts. If emissions are rapidly reduced, snow sports will remain strong throughout the Australian Alps. ⌘ Read more
Adam Hills is so popular he turns down offers from the royal family
The Spicks and Specks host is a huge star in the UK – and also a serious athlete. ⌘ Read more
‘He’s like Christopher Columbus’: The dorky passion of NSW captain Jake Trbojevic
The Manly lock’s love of rugby league and life is exactly what the Blues need heading into Origin I. ⌘ Read more
Tougher rules on Gen Z’s favourite credit coming soon
Buy now, pay later providers including Afterpay, Zip and Klarna will be brought under the Credit Act in changes that have been a long time coming. ⌘ Read more
The secret to finding la dolce vita? Staying in the same place for a month
The sweetest staycation: setting up a home base for four weeks in the heart of Rome’s Trastevere neighbourhood. ⌘ Read more
Blondie were the darlings of punk. It just took us a while to realise
Chris Stein thought he’d gone back three decades when he and Debbie Harry brought their band to Australia. ⌘ Read more
Sister Act became a musical, but someone forgot to tell Whoopi Goldberg
Award-winning composer Alan Menken remembers the first time he met Whoopi Goldberg and explains why his “Razzie” didn’t really worry him. ⌘ Read more
My boss talks in corporate-speak riddles. Am I obliged to join in?**
Making sure people can understand what you’re saying is more important than any corporate jargon, says Dr Kirstin Ferguson. ⌘ Read more
A review system for criminal cases is a crucial protection worth consideration
The Age’s investigation of the Robert Farquharson case puts a strong argument for an independent body similar to the Criminal Cases Review Commission in Britain and New Zealand. ⌘ Read more
I haven’t lived on this Pacific island for 40 years – but it’s as if I never left
For this former local, returning to the Cook Islands means scooting about, breathing in sweet air – and being related to everyone (including a former PM). ⌘ Read more
Why the Australian housing market is worse than our overseas peers
While building more homes is a part of the solution, experts say there are other measures that could bring property prices down. ⌘ Read more
Sydney’s old trains get $450m to keep them in service for extra 12 years
Used on rail lines across the city, the 55-strong Tangara fleet was originally meant to be retired by 2027. ⌘ Read more
Bridge too far: Yoga teachers say migration need is a stretch
Jobs and Skills Australia has defended placing yoga instructors on its draft core skills migration list, while several building trades don’t make the cut. ⌘ Read more
Biden enacts immediate cap on asylum seekers at US-Mexico border
The US president has taken his toughest action yet to curb the country’s immigration crisis by temporarily stopping migrants from seeking asylum when border crossings surge. ⌘ Read more
Farage struck by milkshake at UK election campaign launch
Two people were arrested after the divisive populist figure had a drink thrown over him while launching his candidacy in Clacton. ⌘ Read more
Traditional dining etiquette rules are dead, so here’s what to do (or not) instead
Elbows on table? Don’t worry about it. The time is right to lighten up a bit at restaurants. Just try not to be late. ⌘ Read more
Superquiz and Target Time, Wednesday, June 5
Trivia buffs: test your knowledge with today’s interactive superquiz and target. ⌘ Read more
Redman out of Essendon’s blockbuster against Blues; Two-game ban stands for young gun Reid
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
Rare earths miner Northern Minerals hit by hackers
The stolen information includes the miner’s corporate, operational and financial information, as well as some details of current and former employees and some shareholder information. ⌘ Read more
Best of cartoons, June 5, 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 Cathy Wilcox
The latest work by the acclaimed Sydney Morning Herald editorial cartoonist. ⌘ Read more
The latest illustrations from artist Andrew Dyson
Some of his best work. ⌘ Read more
The latest illustrations from artist Matt Davidson
A selection of his best work. ⌘ Read more
Best of cartoons, June 5, 2024
The news of the day as interpreted by our talented artists, illustrators and cartoonists. ⌘ Read more
Treat us like mining: Universities warn of 4500 job cuts over student crackdown
Universities say they face a $500 million funding shortfall and are calling for the sector to be given the same bipartisan support as the mining industry. ⌘ Read more
Redman out of Essendon’s blockbuster against Blues; Two-game ban stands for young gun Reid
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
Aussie Rules legend John Todd dies
Legendary Aussie Rules player and coach John Todd has died. ⌘ Read more
Thefts of items from cars on the rise
Thefts of cars and the items inside them is on the rise across Victoria ⌘ Read more
Nanny service accused of fleecing Perth families
A nanny service meant to help Perth families find au pairs is accused of fleecing them by tens of thousands of dollars. ⌘ Read more
Man charged with murdering mum faces court
A Perth man charged with killing his own mother has faced court for the first time. ⌘ Read more
Bunkering down for a bin fight
While preserving the art of course drinking. ⌘ Read more
As it happened: WA news on Tuesday, 4 June
Follow our live coverage here. ⌘ Read more
SA budget to offer savings for first home buyers
There will be more savings for first home buyers in South Australia’s budget this year with stamp duty to be waived again for those looking to build. ⌘ Read more
This parking rule is catching drivers out. Now there’s a push to alter it
Thousands of Brisbane residents have been fined for parking illegally in suburban streets. Should the rule be changed? ⌘ Read more
‘The school feels bad’: True story of bullying is touring Qld region where it occurred
Fourteen, the stage version of Shannon Molloy’s memoir of extreme bullying, is also touring other towns where its message of hope is needed most. ⌘ Read more
Airtrain debacle shows the pitfalls of privatised public transport
Airtrain should serve as a cautionary tale for governments: cede control of vital public infrastructure at your peril. ⌘ Read more
Crichton opens up on 'sweet' NSW recall
Angus Crichton's return to the State of Origin arena for the Blues will be "even sweeter" after a difficult 18 months. ⌘ Read more
Woman knocked off e-scooter in Melbourne
Police are searching for a man who knocked a woman off an e-scooter in Melbourne. ⌘ Read more
Afterpay co-founder points to Gen Z, Millennials’ growing economic clout
The cost-of-living crisis has fuelled greater demand for buy now, pay later products – especially from younger Australians – says Block executive Nick Molnar. ⌘ Read more
They gain from the demise of cash and yet we pay
Readers react to the push to keep cash alive, the “drift” towards the teals, and the good bloke defence. ⌘ Read more
SA budget to offer savings for first home buyers
There will be more savings for first home buyers in South Australia’s budget this year with stamp duty to be waived again for those looking to build. ⌘ Read more
Teen driver pleads guilty over death of top cop's son
A teenager has pleaded guilty to causing the death of SA Police Commissioner Grant Stevens' son Charlie by careless driving. ⌘ Read more
Woman knocked off e-scooter in Melbourne
Police are searching for a man who knocked a woman off an e-scooter in Melbourne. ⌘ Read more
Half of all Aussie homes at serious risk to natural disasters
New research has found half of all Australian homes are at risk to natural disasters. ⌘ Read more
New plan to change drivers licences in Queensland
The Queensland government is set to announce a change to drivers licence fees. ⌘ Read more
Townsville mayor calls for council to be dissolved
Embattled Townsville Mayor Troy Thompson has called for the entire city council to be dissolved. ⌘ Read more
Convicted wife killer fighting for appeal
Wife killer Andrew Cobby is challenging his conviction over flawed forensic evidence. ⌘ Read more
Third Victorian farm in quarantine over bird flu
A third Victorian poultry farm is in quarantine over a bird flu outbreak. ⌘ Read more
Russell Crowe unloaded on Cameron McInnes. A decade on, he is true Blue
McInnes was right at the beginning of his NRL career when Crowe sprayed him in front of his teammates. It was to kick-start the most unlikely journey to a NSW jersey. ⌘ Read more
Family of bus crash victim Tia Cameron speak
The family of Brisbane bus crash victim Tia Cameron have spoken. ⌘ Read more
Vaccine reduces death, risk of redeveloping melanoma
A melanoma vaccine has been found to reduce the risk of cancer recurrence or death by 49 per cent over three years, researchers have found. ⌘ Read more
Gas line ruptures near Sydney TAFE and hospital
About 200 people were evacuated from a North Sydney Hospital and TAFE after a gas line is believed to have been ruptured by an excavator. ⌘ 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
New app offers bargain on bakery treats being thrown out
A new app is launching in Sydney that offers customers the chance to buy discounted baked goods that would otherwise be thrown out at the end of the day. ⌘ Read more
Australian to be honoured as Normandy D-day anniversary draws near
The name of the first Australian to be killed on Juno Beach on D-day, Richard Pirrie, will be inscribed on a memorial in Normandy. ⌘ Read more
Unique clouds seen for kilometres over Sydney
A unique weather phenomenon was seen stretching across kilometres of the NSW skyline. ⌘ Read more