4 h. ago Australia faces $13 billion hit as Trump’s tariffs wreak havoc

Uncertainty caused by President Donald Trump’s tariff war will slow the global economy, a global wake-up call insists.

Politics

7 h. ago The magistrate who sentenced Noah Balta has embarrassed the AFL

The magistrate has effectively doubled the Richmond player’s suspension, and exposed the AFL for failing to read the play in terms of community sentiment on the case.

Politics

9 h. ago Nash sent directly to the AFL tribunal for Miers hit; Smith learns fate

Hawthorn midfielder Conor Nash will have to cool his heels for several weeks after his round-arm on Gryan Miers which left the premiership Cat concussed, while Bailey Smith has learnt his fate over two incidents.

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10 h. ago Tom Trbojevic back for struggling Sea Eagles, Roosters drop Young

After three matches on the sidelines, Manly star Tom Trbojevic is back for the crucial clash against Penrith.

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12 h. ago ‘Unprovoked’ assault: The verdict is in, and Balta will not appeal

Noah Balta will not be allowed to leave his house for the next three months between the hours of 10pm and 6am as part of an 18-month correctional service order imposed by Magistrate Melissa Humphreys for an unprovoked assault outside Mulwala Water Ski club.

Events

12 h. ago NSW hit by nearly a million lightning strikes in wild weather night

NSW hit by nearly a million lightning strikes in wild weather night. A total of 878,269 lighting strikes were detected within a 600km radius of Sydney, according to Weatherzone.

Events

15 h. ago ‘That was real class’: Why Mitchell Moses reminds Eddie Jones of an English rugby legend

The former Wallabies coach could not have been more impressed by the Eels star in his comeback match against Wests Tigers.

Sport

15 h. ago Video shows man removing Liberal branding from truck that hit voting centre

The early voting centre in Sydney’s northwest is closed today as authorities assess the damage.

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15 h. ago Sex, spies and a stalker: The campaign to pardon the woman at heart of infamous scandal

Christine Keeler’s story is so notorious it featured in the Netflix hit The Crown and helped usher the Swinging Sixties into Britain. Her son just wants to clear her name.

Politics

16 h. ago Balta to miss matches after being hit with curfew for assault

A three-month curfew has been imposed on Noah Balta that will prevent the Richmond defender from playing in the club’s Anzac Day clash.

Events

21 h. ago This hit comedy show is performed by a cast of famous horses

After pocketing five-star reviews and a slew of awards at the 2024 Edinburgh and Adelaide Fringe festivals, British comedian Elf Lyons is bringing her cast of famous equine characters to Sydney.

Events

21 h. ago Trump stands by defiant Hegseth, blames ‘fake news’ for Signalgate 2.0

The US president is under growing pressure to sack his most controversial cabinet pick, but both men have so far portrayed the scandal as an unjustified “hit” by disgruntled former employees.

Politics

30 h. ago Cats won’t rein in Smith as Nash set to face MRO for Miers hit

Hawthorn were ruing their skill level after a nail-biting loss to Geelong, with midfielder Conor Nash likely to face the tribunal on Wednesday.

Events

32 h. ago Bulldogs out of Galvin race as two players raise fresh concerns about Tigers

Phil Gould says Canterbury will not chase Lachlan Galvin’s signature as the Tigers are hit with further complaints from disgruntled players.

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32 h. ago Bulldogs out of Galvin race as fresh player concerns raised about Tigers

Phil Gould says Canterbury will not chase Lachlan Galvin’s signature as the Tigers are hit with further complaints from disgruntled players.

Politics

45 h. ago In the game of the father: How Calsher’s Hawks honour his dear dad

As Calsher Dear nears a comeback to warm Hawthorn hearts, his teammates take on Geelong in an Easter Monday match that stands as tribute to his dad, the late Norm Smith medallist Paul Dear.

Politics

45 h. ago The selection loophole that could help James O’Connor stage an incredible Wallabies comeback

The 64-Test veteran continued his impressive season by nailing a match-winning kick for the Crusaders, and adding to calls for him to meet the Lions.

Politics

45 h. ago The Dear family and Hawks hope Easter Monday can follow in the Big Freeze’s footsteps

As Calsher Dear nears a comeback to warm Hawthorn hearts, his teammates take on Geelong in an Easter Monday match that stands as tribute to his dad, the late Norm Smith medallist Paul Dear.

Politics

63 h. ago Woman fighting for life after alleged assault in coastal Victoria town

A woman has been airlifted to hospital and a man is in custody after an alleged serious assault in Barwon Heads.

Events

2 d. ago A physical beast with the mental game to match: At 21, Sam Darcy could already be the AFL’s best

If there’s an AFL footballer who embodies the mantra of boxing legend Muhammad Ali – to “float like a butterfly, sting like a bee” – it’s this son of a former Bulldogs gun.

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