9 h. ago ‘Like a Pied Piper’: Children were attracted to me, says alleged school predator

A former eastern suburbs teacher told police he had a “natural gift with children”. He allegedly used this “cult-like” image to commit serial child sexual abuse.

Politics

14 h. ago Musk’s bizarre child support battles shows he is a monumental tightwad

For a man determined to have as many children as possible, he appears set on paying them and their mothers as little as he can.

Politics

14 h. ago The NRL’s latest attempt to control the narrative has crossed a line

The governing body has already gagged coaches. Now it wants to know what the likes of Phil Gould, Paul Gallen and Gorden Tallis are going to say on TV.

Politics

27 h. ago AFL LIVE Saturday round four 2025: Lions get early jump on Tigers as fans face huge MCG security lines; Rankine denied in controversial Gold Coast finish

AFL round four launches into its Saturday program with a clash between Adelaide and Gold Coast, quite possibly the match of the round. That’s followed by Richmond versus Brisbane Lions and tonight, the clash between North Melbourne and Sydney.

Sport

38 h. ago Silver lining: Why this was the defeat Gout Gout didn’t know he needed

There are several good reasons the young sprint sensation’s second place behind Lachie Kennedy at the Maurie Plant Meet wasn’t the tragedy it might have seemed.

Politics

57 h. ago WA news LIVE: Perth man in court over online child abuse allegations; Boy left with broken jaw after alleged ‘head stomping’

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Events

57 h. ago WA news LIVE: Father of Ellenbrook coward punch victim calls for justice as alleged attacker released on bail; Perth man in court over online child abuse allegations

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Events

57 h. ago WA news LIVE: Weather warning for Perth as damaging winds roll in; Father of Ellenbrook coward punch victim calls for justice as alleged attacker released on bail

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Events

3 d. ago Hunt for man on bike who allegedly threatened mum and child with gun in Melbourne park

A mother and her 7-year-old daughter have been left terrified after a handgun was allegedly pointed at them in a Melbourne park.

Society

3 d. ago O’Shea confident Guineas form has Linebacker ready to shine in Doncaster

Randwick trainer John O’Shea believes Linebacker is well-placed to complete the Randwick Guineas-Doncaster Mile double.

Politics

3 d. ago First metro train rolls along the final stage of the M1 line

The 13-kilometre section of track between Sydenham and Bankstown in now due to open in 2026. Vision: Sydney Metro

Politics

3 d. ago First metro train rolls along the final stage of Sydney’s $21.6b line

The first metro journey marks the start of more than 6500 hours of testing which will determine when the line opens to passengers next year. 

Politics

4 d. ago Haas’ future at Broncos is clouded, and his decision will have a knock

The Broncos’ biggest star has remained coy on where he sees his future, but his next move will have ramifications down the player line.

Politics

4 d. ago Towels, mugs, linen: What fashion group Country Road isn’t struggling to sell

Homewares are a bright spot for the iconic Australian retailer that recorded a 71.7 per cent plummet in half-year profits in the midst of a major restructure.

Politics

4 d. ago When Jason Sangha was 12, an opponent threatened to kill him. He has some advice for Sam Konstas

Jason Sangha made himself a legendary figure with his mighty Shield-winning knock last week. But his path from a teenage sensation compared with Sachin Tendulkar has not been smooth.

Events

4 d. ago Metro passengers left hanging on as door stays open on driverless train

The dramatic incident occurred on a packed city-bound train on Sydney’s M1 metro line during peak hour on Wednesday morning.

Politics

4 d. ago The players at the centre of the AFL’s recruiting war, and five others to watch

These players to sign on the dotted line, and while that remains the case, they’ll be at the centre of trade talk in 2025.

Sport

4 d. ago Inviting drama: Should an AFL captain be meeting a rival coach?

These players are yet to sign on the dotted line, and they’ll be at the centre of trade talk in 2025. And with a club captain among their number, the chase is on.

Sport

5 d. ago Linebacker remains $6 Doncaster favourite after barrier draw

The Randwick Guineas winner will carry just 49kg and is set to jump from gate 11 with Zac Lloyd aboard in Saturday’s $4million feature at Randwick.

Politics

5 d. ago Gangland figure Tony Mokbel offers $500,000 in appeal freedom bid

Notorious gangland figure Tony Mokbel has offered a $500,000 surety to be released on bail, and will agree to stringent conditions including GPS tracking.

Politics