88 m. ago Wells spent nearly $9000 of taxpayer money to bring husband to three AFL grand finals

Sports Minister Anika Wells spent close to $9000 on family reunion flights and travel entitlements so her husband could attend three AFL grand finals with her.

Economics

2 h. ago The country golf course aiming to lure McIlroy and be Australia’s Augusta

The exclusive club north-east of Melbourne already attracts some of the biggest names in Australian golf to its annual invitational. Now, it’s chasing an even bigger profile.

Politics

5 h. ago Wells billed taxpayers to fly husband to two Boxing Day Tests, three Grand finals

Sports Minister Anika Wells spent close to $9000 on family reunion flights and travel entitlements so her husband could attend three AFL grand finals with her.

Economics

6 h. ago This week was supposed to be a triumph for Wells. Instead, it is a trial

While the polls are still terrible for the Coalition, the developing furore over Sport and Communication Minister Anika Wells’ use of expenses is a reminder of how quickly politics can change gears.

Politics

9 h. ago Won’t listen. Won’t change. This England team are up their own backsides

This Australian team was there to be beaten. But after just two Tests, England now need a miracle.

Politics

13 h. ago Detained in China, Cheng Lei missed ‘being a human’. One defiant act helped her survive

The Australian journalist and author, who was incarcerated in Beijing in 2020 for three years, on enduring prison, embracing life – and keeping perspective.

Events

13 h. ago Wells billed taxpayers to fly husband to two Boxing Day Tests

Sports Minister Anika Wells charged taxpayers more than $4000 in flights for her husband to join her at two Boxing Day Tests and at a Sydney event at the PM’s residence.

Economics

14 h. ago Papaya rules: Piastri wins McLaren battle, but Norris the drivers’ crown over Verstappen

Oscar Piastri will have to wait to become just the third Australian to win the F1 world title – his teammate Lando Norris doing just enough to claim the 2025 crown.

Politics

16 h. ago Formula 1 2025 finale: Piastri wins the McLaren battle, but Norris wins the war and drivers’ crown

Oscar Piastri will have to wait to become just the third Australian to win the F1 world title – his teammate Lando Norris doing just enough to claim the 2025 crown.

Events

17 h. ago Formula 1 2025 finale: Piastri leads after a stunning move on Norris that set Abu Dhabi alight

Oscar Piastri’s dream of becoming just the third Australian to win the F1 world title could be realised tonight, but it’ll take some luck. Follow the dramatic season conclusion live.

Politics

18 h. ago Formula 1 2025 finale: Piastri looks to come from the clouds to win his first F1 crown

Oscar Piastri’s dream of becoming just the third Australian to win the F1 world title could be realised tonight, but it’ll take some luck. Follow the dramatic season conclusion live.

Politics

19 h. ago Player ratings: The Aussie with a perfect 10 and the Englishman who embodies Bazball without brains

The second Test at the Gabba delivered many moments that will go down in Ashes history. We rate every Australian and English player from an unforgettable match.

Politics

19 h. ago Formula 1 2025 finale: All eyes on Abu Dhabi as Piastri looks to make history

Oscar Piastri’s dream of becoming just the third Australian to win the F1 world title could be realised tonight, but it’ll take some luck. Follow the dramatic season conclusion live.

Politics

21 h. ago How $2b could be redirected from the NDIS and help 230,000 more people

As health ministers prepare to meet, this blueprint says they don’t need to spend more to fix a gaping hole in support for 230,000 people with debilitating mental illnesses.

Politics

23 h. ago The putt that sunk Cameron Smith – and his Australian Open hopes

Royal Melbourne played host to a dramatic finish to the Australian Open on Sunday as Cam Smith missed a five-foot putt on the final hole to hand Denmark’s Rasmus Neergard-Peterson a one-shot victory.

Politics

23 h. ago The putt that sank Cameron Smith – and his Australian Open hopes

Royal Melbourne played host to a dramatic finish to the Australian Open as Cam Smith missed a five-foot putt on the final hole to hand Denmark’s Rasmus Neergard-Peterson a one-shot victory.

Politics

23 h. ago Health Minister still reviewing report on child gender services, as more than 400 sign petition

A review into Queensland’s gender services for young people was finalised a week ago, but the health minister said he is yet to finish reading it.

Politics

24 h. ago Coalition vote crashes to record low, One Nation surges amid housing anger: poll

Exclusive polling shows support for Pauline Hanson’s party has risen to a record high as fears over the housing market and infrastructure fuel frustration over immigration.

Events

30 h. ago Australian Open golf 2025 Live Coverage: Cameron Smith, Adam Scott and Rory McIlroy battle at Royal Melbourne

Masters champion Rory McIlroy and Australia’s best male golfers are playing for the biggest prize in Australian golf.

Politics

30 h. ago Australian Open golf 2025 Live Coverage: Smith slips as Rasmus roars into outright lead

Masters champion Rory McIlroy and Australia’s best male golfers are playing for the biggest prize in Australian golf.

Politics