2 h. ago ‘Pull the right lever and kids laugh like drains’: Andy Griffiths on his comedic formula

The acclaimed children’s author on surviving as a punk rocker, becoming sex-literate and why kids find bodily functions so hilarious.

Politics

16 h. ago ‘Not a time for silence’: More than 30 authors quit Bendigo Writers Festival

The festival is due to start this weekend but the opening night gala and the closing event have been cancelled along with a number of other sessions.

Culture

19 h. ago Cat with a murky history takes author to prestigious children’s book prize

The winners of the much-loved Children’s Book Council of Australia awards have been revealed.

Culture

19 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

22 h. ago WA news LIVE: WA Police investigate school shooting threat; Wastewater survey reveals WA tops nation for meth use

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Events

36 h. ago Tougher laws on vaping, illegal tobacco may struggle to hold back the tide

A Herald investigation shows the extent of illegal tobacco and vaping across inner Sydney.

Events

36 h. ago Authors ditch Bendigo Writers Festival over freedom of speech concerns

The festival’s code of conduct says speakers must “avoid language or topics that could be considered inflammatory, divisive, or disrespectful”

Culture

37 h. ago Charges laid after north shore teal candidate targeted in Liberal

Tina Brown, along with Philip Ruddock and his wife, has been threatened in a series of anonymous letters authored by a Liberal volunteer.

Events

39 h. ago Genius Childcare boss fined for handling proceeds of crime as investigators chase missing millions

Darren Misquitta escaped conviction but his legal woes may be just beginning as investigators search for missing millions from his childcare empire and allege breaches of company law.

Events

44 h. ago The cult author who refuses to play by the book world’s rules

Yellowface author Rebecca F. Kuang won’t stick to anyone’s pigeonhole.

Culture

44 h. ago ‘Masterclass on how not to run an incident response’: Runcorn train crash delays passengers

Queensland Rail said it was investigating how the truck came to be positioned on the level crossing.

Events

47 h. ago Assault charges after beachfront erosion fight turns violent

A Central Coast councillor and her husband have been charged after community debate over a proposed seawall turned violent.

Events

50 h. ago Al Muderis spent $19,000 on media advice. Then he ignored it

The disgraced surgeon hired a crisis PR firm as this masthead’s investigation went to air before pursuing a failed, costly defamation action.

Economics

64 h. ago Police investigating after beachfront erosion fight turns violent

A beachfront homeowner fighting erosion and a Central Coast councillor have accused each other of assault after debate around a proposed seawall turned violent.

Events

4 d. ago Revealed: How playful whales and dolphins socialise with each other

Scientists thought dolphins “harassed” whales. It turns out they’re just playing together – and the love is mutual.

Politics

4 d. ago Authorities investigating jet skiers who barrelled through dolphins

Authorities are investigating after two jet skiers came perilously close to a pod of dolphins off a popular Adelaide beach.

Events

4 d. ago Billy Slater blasts NRL handling on Trainer controversy: Billy Slater Podcast: Ep23

Billy Slater unpacks a round of big results, giving his take on the Roosters' dominant performance and why the Dolphins are "starting to feel the pinch." He shares a strong opinion on the referees' handling of the four sin bins in that game and weighs in on the ongoing "trainer-gate" controversy, arguing the NRL needs to "police it more." Billy also discusses the Broncos' injury crisis, the Bulldogs' long-term strategy, and why the Warriors' season is "starting to become desperate."

Politics

4 d. ago WA news LIVE: Greens claim guinea pig killings show WA prison system is broken

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Events

4 d. ago WA news LIVE: English backpacker who killed Perth pedestrian while on a scooter pleads guilty

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Events

4 d. ago WA news LIVE: WA Police investigating three shootings over weekend

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Events