5 h. ago Accused MCG gunman was ‘living like a gangster’ before footy security fail

Omar Salma had an earlier run-in with a security guard at the sporting mecca two weeks before allegedly bringing a gun to the Collingwood-Carlton clash.

Politics

7 h. ago Melbourne weather: Wild weather causes havoc as wall blown off Brunswick music venue

Wild winds and floodwaters are causing havoc across Melbourne, blowing a six-metre section of wall from a live music venue in Melbourne’s inner north and injuring a pedestrian. 

Politics

7 h. ago Melbourne weather: Peak hour traffic woes expected on Sydney Road after Brunswick building damage

Wild winds are causing havoc across Melbourne, blowing a six-metre section of wall from a live music venue in Melbourne’s inner north and injuring a pedestrian. 

Events

9 h. ago Don’t overthink it: This silly show may be what we need right now

Our reviewers give their verdict on the latest shows around town.

Politics

9 h. ago Erin Patterson murder trial day 37: Justice Christopher Beale continues judge’s charge; tells jury they are ‘not required to accept expert opinions’

The trial of Erin Patterson, accused of murdering three people with a poisonous mushroom meal, is in its final stage. Follow day two of the judge’s instructions to the jury.

Events

13 h. ago Western Bulldogs accused of childcare cash grab by angry parents

A popular community daycare centre fears they’ll be booted from their Whitten Oval facility after the footy club won council approval to bring in a commercial operator.

Society

15 h. ago WA news LIVE: Surviving passenger says driver’s sentence ‘way too short’ for crash that killed Nick Campo

Follow our live coverage here.

Events

15 h. ago WA news LIVE: Dockers lock away young star with contract extension

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Politics

17 h. ago Brisbane news live: Queensland demands GST reform as state faces years in the red

For today’s news updates in Brisbane and beyond as they happen, follow us here.

Politics

25 h. ago Trump scolds Israel and Iran as he accuses both of violating ceasefire

The US president reserved his harshest words for America’s special ally, Israel, and said the two countries had been fighting for so long they “don’t know what the f--- they’re doing”.

Politics

26 h. ago Trump lashes out at Israel and Iran as he accuses both sides of violating the ceasefire

US President Donald Trump unleashed a tirade against Israel and Iran before jetting off to the NATO summit, telling reporters both countries “don’t know what the f— they’re doing”.

Politics

29 h. ago Legends believe Reece Walsh has a chance for Game III: QLDER

QLD legends Wally Lewis and Darren Lockyer discuss the aftermath of Queensland's unexpected victory in Perth. Wally and Locky discuss potential changes to the side as they head down to Sydney for the decider. Will Ponga be able to keep his jersey out of the hands of Reece Walsh? The Maroons icons also discuss the upcoming week of Queensland footy.

Politics

29 h. ago In an era of wellbeing obsessions, I’ve become deeply sober un

Sure, we might be mitigating plenty of risk factors. But in the process of eliminating so many things from our lives, we also reduce connection, joy and humour.

Politics

29 h. ago Australia needs to find its courage because no matter what Trump says, this is not over

Trump has long framed himself as the anti-war, anti-national security state president. But this has never been true.

Politics

29 h. ago ‘Alligator Alcatraz’: Florida to build immigration detention centre in swampy Everglades

Florida’s attorney-general says the state will save money on security because the former airfield is surrounded by dangerous wildlife, including alligators and pythons.

Politics

29 h. ago ‘Alligator Alcatraz’: Florida’s $690m plan to help Trump’s immigration crackdown

The state is turning a swampy airfield into a new detention centre - and says it will save money on security because alligators and pythons will do the job.

Politics

30 h. ago One of Australia's most notorious killers has days left to live

One of Australia's most notorious killers Bradley John Murdoch only has days left to live and has been given special treatment for his final days.

Events

30 h. ago Trump ceasefire plan falters as Israel accuses Iran of launching more missiles

Israel’s defence minister said Tehran had violated the ceasefire just hours after it began but Iranian state media said reports of fresh missile strikes were false.

Events

30 h. ago Hardwick fined for flipping the bird; grandson of former AFL boss to make his debut

Damien Hardwick found himself in some hot water over vision aired on Fox Footy, while the Pies have called up marking forward Charlie West at an ideal time – while he is in white-hot form.

Politics

33 h. ago Erin Patterson murder trial day 36: Judge tells jury not to let feelings of prejudice or sympathy impact decision

The trial of Erin Patterson, accused of murdering three people with a poisonous mushroom meal, is in its final stage as Justice Christopher Beale is directing the jury. Follow his instructions here.

Events