58 m. ago How is that an Aussie fair go, for the War Memorial to change the rules at half

I was surprised, and not surprised, that my book had been twice rejected by the Australian War Memorial as winner of the Les Carlyon Literary Award, despite being nominated by independent judges.

Events

83 m. ago Welcome back, Ange: Postecoglou taunted by Arsenal fans as Forest hammered

The Australian manager had to endure chants of “sacked in the morning” from the Gunners faithful after his team’s 3-0 loss.

Sport

13 h. ago Two Australian men charged over alleged gun trafficking offences

Two Australian men are accused of supplying guns to an Indonesian rebel group that kidnapped a NZ pilot.

Politics

13 h. ago Watch: Scintillating Torrie Lewis breaks national record to make semi

Australian sprint queen Torrie Lewis broke her own national record in the 100 metres in the toughest heat imaginable at the World Championships, advancing through to the semi-finals.

Politics

23 h. ago Australians arrested over alleged plot to arm rebels who kidnapped Kiwi pilot

The two men, from Queensland and NSW, also allegedly discussed sourcing Australian military weapons for the West Papua insurgents. 

Events

29 h. ago Torrie Lewis was the face of Australian athletics before Gout. But she can’t imagine how he feels

Unable to walk from an Achilles injury in April, Torrie Lewis has raced herself to fitness. Now the woman who was the face of Aussie athletics before handing the baton to Gout Gout is primed for the world athletics championships in Tokyo.

Politics

29 h. ago Inside Australia’s most dangerous lab: The fortress built to fight the world’s deadliest viruses

A sprawling complex of ultra-high-security labs, the Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness sits right at the border between humans and the masses of animal viruses that would love to infect us. The labs have never been busier.

Events

29 h. ago How indie darling film studio A24 stays on top and what it can teach Australian filmmakers

Since 2012, the one-time start-up has released more than 170 films and picked up 21 Oscars along the way, sending its value to $US3.5 billion.

Society

29 h. ago Her mum is now 94 – but Wild Swans author Jung Chang can’t visit her in China

The bestselling Chinese-British writer on why her books are banned in China, the “incredible evil” of Mao Zedong – and China’s mission to dominate the world.

Politics

34 h. ago One of Australia’s iconic outback drives will stir your soul

This iconic outback driving route takes you through a wilderness of worn-down mountains and yawning gorges. Here are seven of its highlights.

Politics

34 h. ago This Australian ship takes European river cruising to a new level

An almost a century-old hand at international and domestic travel has unquestionably raised the level and quality of design for river ships with this new offering.

Politics

38 h. ago Joh’s cops arrested their drummer ‘because he was black’. Forty years on, these punk icons are back

The Dead Kennedys’ 1983 visit to Brisbane is the stuff of legend. Now, fans are abuzz once more as the punk pioneers return.

Events

38 h. ago Iconic venue hosting global stars one step closer to reopening

An iconic venue that has hosted global stars is one step closer to reopening.

Politics

40 h. ago Australian War Memorial changes book prize rules to reject Ben Roberts

When the judges announced acclaimed journalist Chris Masters as the winner, it proved a step too far for the institution.

Events

42 h. ago Charlie Kirk’s influence on Joel Jammal and Australian conservative Christian politics

Conservative Christian Joel Jammal says he greatly admired American conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

Politics

45 h. ago Forget big nominees like Cate Blanchett, Australia has already won at the Emmys

The Australian and American versions of Love on the Spectrum have now won eight Creative Arts and International Emmys in three years.

Politics

57 h. ago ‘Hangover style’: How Ange Postecoglou’s Premier League party restarted

The Australian coach has vowed to go on the attack in his new job at Nottingham Forest, declaring that he wants to bring exciting football to the game and is aiming for a trophy within a year.

Politics

63 h. ago SA premier meets with 'warm and conversational' King Charles

South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas has met with King Charles, who he said was "very warm and conversational".

Events

63 h. ago Opposition parties slam brakes on proposed grand prix change

A government decision to shelve its proposed extension of the Albert Park race period may leave in breach of its Formula 1 contract. 

Politics

63 h. ago Scoop in September LIVE: How Ginnivan turned the tables on the media

Follow Scoop in September for news, fresh views and whispers during footy finals.

Politics