6 h. ago The Victorian towns poised to benefit from critical minerals deal

Developing rare earth elements could boost the state’s economy and job market, but farmers warn a mining ramp-up also puts our food bowl at risk.

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6 h. ago Barnaby Joyce’s defection was months in the making, say senior Nationals

The former Nationals leader’s potential switch to One Nation was in train for months before it was revealed publicly last week.

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8 h. ago Seafood platters to parmas: The Mornington food favourites of local funnyman Jimmy Rees

The popular entertainer shares his favourite places to eat around his regional Victorian home, plus his go-to spots around Australia.

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10 h. ago Sovereign citizens, preppers and gangsters arrested in police firearms blitz

Hundreds of weapons were seized during the week-long crackdown that came after a spate of gun violence in Sydney.

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10 h. ago Forbidden question about Xi looms as party officials meet in Beijing

Speculation about the future of the president is censored in China, but this week the world will be looking for clues.

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12 h. ago Pezet considers joining Eels then Broncos in unique NRL deal

In-demand playmaker Jonah Pezet could be poised to play for three clubs in three years under an unusual arrangement.

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13 h. ago Miners send ASX higher after Wall Street rally; Rare earths stocks soar

Rare earths stocks are up strongly as investors pile into the sector after Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and US President Donald Trump signed their landmark critical minerals deal.

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15 h. ago Miners send ASX higher after Wall Street rally; Rare earths stocks rally

Rare earths stocks rose sharply in early trade after Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and US President Donald Trump signed their landmark critical minerals deal.

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15 h. ago Everything you need to know from the SMH Good Food Guide 2026 Awards

Catch up on all the action, hats, finalists and winners from the Sydney Morning Herald Good Food Guide Awards.

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18 h. ago ASX to open higher after Wall Street rally; Rare earths stocks in focus

The Australian sharemarket is set for gains this morning after Wall Street pulled US stocks near their records overnight thanks to cooling trade tensions and solid company results.

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21 h. ago I swore I’d never fly this airline again. Ten years later, I’m back on board

Croatia Airlines’ overhead bins can’t fit wheelie bags, the food is overpriced and don’t bother flying business class – the seats are the same as economy.

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30 h. ago Xi and Trump are growing more alike. But only one can win this global power struggle

A pivotal moment in geopolitics occurred last week. It was a day when America quaked and China prevailed. But like Trump, Xi’s going after the enemies within.

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30 h. ago My sister and I saw the collapse of care at a public hospital

I’m a Sydney GP. My sister once won a nurse of the year award. But what we witnessed over a week at a public hospital shocked us both.

Events

34 h. ago What happens when some of the NRL’s biggest stars spend a week in Tonga

The Tongans kick-started their Pacific Championships campaign by returning to the Pacific island – and this is what happened.

Economics

36 h. ago Experts warn of ‘excessive bleeding’ for victims of rat poison

Health authorities are continuing to search for the source after five people were hospitalised in the Brisbane area in the past week.

Events

37 h. ago From queer woodchopping to Samoan satire, this festival is pure joy

This year’s Liveworks Festival is a broad showcase of alternative arts, including dance, digital, theatre, talks and photographic works.

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45 h. ago ‘At one point we weren’t invited’: The push for runway diversity

A new wave of stylists at Melbourne Fashion Week are prioritising inclusivity alongside creativity.

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68 h. ago The key card Albanese can play to keep Trump on side in Oval Office

Avoiding a “Zelensky moment” or the humiliation of South Africa’s Cyril Ramaphosa will be a top priority for the prime minister as he walks into the White House this week.

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69 h. ago Libra: This week eliminate the fluff and be amazed at what you achieve

Free weekly forecast in life, love and career from renowned astrologer, Hedy Damari.

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69 h. ago Dietitians shun many powders and boosters, except this one that beats some food sources

Also, which collagen is better: marrow or powder?

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