4 h. ago As one newsroom legend passes, there are new ones in the making

The Herald lost one of its most celebrated alumni this week, with news that groundbreaking columnist David Dale had died. But there’s a new crop of talent making its mark.

Politics

4 h. ago AFL grand final tickets to cost more after price freeze ends

AFL fans will have to pay at least $10 more for a ticket to this year's grand final after the league announced it was breaking a six-year price freeze.

Economics

5 h. ago ‘Outlandish and weird’: How Netflix star Jenna Ortega and Tim Burton bonded on the dark side

The young star of Wednesday has joined a circle of big-name actors, such as Winona Ryder and Michael Keaton, to whom Burton turns again and again.

Politics

6 h. ago Fresh ASX record high approaches 9000 milestone; Ampol surges on $1.1b deal; Baby Bunting soars

The sharemarket has capped off a stellar five-day run, carried by energy, banking, and mining giants on Friday.

Economics

11 h. ago Banks drive ASX higher; Ampol surges after $1.1b deal; Baby Bunting soars

The sharemarket has moved higher, with Westpac again rising while Baby Bunting and Ampol jumped.

Economics

12 h. ago David Stratton’s colourful life: five stars for a revered figure in Australian film

The influence of the celebrated film critic and author went well beyond his gentle sparring with Margaret Pomeranz on SBS and ABC TV.

Politics

12 h. ago EPL predictions: The Premier League is back, you pick the winners

The new Premier League season kicks off on Saturday morning when Liverpool start their title defence against Bournemouth. Get your tips in here.

Politics

14 h. ago They used to be hated. Now, Melbourne is throwing a party for these ‘sky puppies’

Melbourne’s “misunderstood” bats are finally getting the celebration they deserve at a festival centered around a beloved local landmark.

Politics

18 h. ago ASX set to inch up, Wall Street flat after inflation update; $A weaker

Most stocks are falling on Wall Street after a disappointing report said inflation was worse last month at the US wholesale level than economists expected.

Economics

23 h. ago Schmidt sticks with winning Wallabies, but training mishap causes late playmaker chaos

In an otherwise settled side to meet the Boks, the Wallabies have named a veteran at five-eighth and may have to call on a halfback or winger to be his back-up at no.10.

Events

25 h. ago Schmidt keeps faith with winning Wallabies, but with one major gamble

The Wallabies have made just two changes from the team who beat the Lions in Sydney but coach Joe Schmidt has rolled the dice on picking a solitary playmaker to meet the Springboks.

Politics

29 h. ago Essendon champion joins Dees’ coach search; Winmar continues bid to co

An Essendon great will be on the panel charged with finding premiership coach Simon Goodwin’s replacement at Melbourne. Meanwhile, Nicky Winmar is continuing his push to be a co-lead plaintiff in a racism class action.

Sport

32 h. ago ‘I ran as fast as I’ve ever run’: Inside the Wallabies’ 1963 Ellis Park victory

John Williams’ stunning try sealed the Wallabies’ only Test victory at Ellis Park 62 years ago – and the 85-year-old can still remember every moment.

Politics

34 h. ago ‘The dream comes alive’: Australian Picklum closes in on world title with Teahupo’o title

Molly Picklum will go into the World Surf League Finals later this month seeded No.1 and strongly fancied to lift the world championship after victory in the Tahiti Pro.

Politics

36 h. ago ‘Something good is coming’: Man Utd primed to bounce back from horror season, says Fernandes

In an exclusive interview, Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes reveals why he said no to Saudi Arabia, and why he can sense an immediate response to the club’s wretched 2024/25 season under manager Ruben Amorim.

Politics

43 h. ago From secondhand shops to a sweet peach negroni, this Lego Masters star has Perth sorted

Alex Towler spends his workdays making Lego sculptures. It’s harder than it sounds, and sometimes you need to unwind, stat. Here are his top Perth picks.

Politics

52 h. ago Caps on foreign players, star payments under radical Shute Shield overhaul

The controversial points system in Sydney’s premier rugby competition, which generated endless rancour among rival clubs, has been scrapped after a major review.

Politics

53 h. ago Legends DEMAND change to exploited rule: Freddy & the Eighth Ep 23

NRL Legends Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns fire up over the exploited midair tackle rule and demand changes from the NRL. The Eighth Immortal gets absolutely roasted by a 99-year-old footy fan. Plus, Canberra Raiders Hooker Tom Starling joins the show to discuss the Raiders’ premiership hopes. All that and more on Freddy & the Eighth.

Politics

55 h. ago ASX declines as CBA and AGL shares slump; Miners, Tyro advance

The Australian sharemarket closed lower after the rally in the nation’s largest bank ran out of steam and the biggest power generator was tanking following underwhelming results.

Politics

55 h. ago New mapping push by Locksley set to unlock US rare earths riches

Locksley Resources is ramping up exploration at its Californian Mojave project, with a new mapping survey aiming to unlock critical rare earths and antimony potential.

Politics