10 h. ago Teenager charged over underworld figure’s death in Sydney gangland shooting

The 19-year-old has been charged with the murder of Dawood Zakaria and the attempted murder of lawyer Sylvan Singh, who was injured in the Granville attack.

Events

10 h. ago First they topped the HSC. Now North Sydney Boys is raising the bar

The school has a growing number of students enrolled in extension English courses this year, defying a statewide slump as it sets the standard.

Politics

11 h. ago Disgraced doctor punted from peak body, placed on indefinite leave from Sydney hospital

In a move that could prompt action from health regulators, the Australian Orthopaedic Association has stripped Munjed Al Muderis of his membership.

Science

12 h. ago ‘He wants John gone’: Mayor ‘goaded’ council boss in fiery meeting

Ned Mannoun expressed frustration John Ajaka was “refusing to make the hard decisions” months before the CEO was abruptly sacked, an inquiry has been told.

Politics

13 h. ago Victim of fatal Sydney shooting named as search for gunman continues

The victim of a fatal shooting in Sydney's west last night has been identified as the search for the gunman continues.

Events

14 h. ago Opening nears for $2 billion motorway to Sydney’s new international airport

The 16-kilometre motorway will provide a critical link to the new Western Sydney Airport, as well as connecting to the M7 which is being widened to three lanes.

Economics

15 h. ago Man embraces family as he is acquitted of rape charge against Sydney Uni student

The 22-year-old cried and hugged his family after he was found not guilty of raping the then-18-year-old student following a party at St Paul’s College campus.

Society

15 h. ago Should council advertise on Kyle and Jackie O? Debate gets heated at City Hall

Labor argued the show doesn’t align with the values of ratepayers. LNP councillors described the push as “rank hypocrisy”.

Politics

17 h. ago Teenager arrested over underworld figure’s death in Sydney gangland shooting

The 19-year-old is expected to be charged with the murder of Dawood Zakaria, and the attempted murder of lawyer Sylvan Singh, who was injured in the Granville attack.

Events

17 h. ago Investigations continue after man shot dead in Sydney's west

Police are investigating two crime scenes in Sydney's west after a man was shot dead last night.

Events

18 h. ago Sydney has recorded its wettest August in 27 years, and there’s more rain coming

Not since 1998 has Sydney seen so much rain in August, with eleven days still left in the month.

Politics

18 h. ago Man killed in Sydney’s west identified while police hunt for gunman

Osama Momani, 22, was killed in a sleepy housing development on Tuesday night. He is the second person assassinated in a public place shooting this week.

Events

18 h. ago Redcliffe to host Softball World Cup, throwing curveball to Logan’s Olympic hopes

Redcliffe will host the 2027 Softball World Cup, setting up a fierce competition with Logan City Council in the latest gambit for diamond sports’ inclusion in the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games.

Politics

19 h. ago Brisbane news live: ‘Broad spell’ of rain hitting SEQ | Olympics venues get $3.4m federal boost | Council’s safety concerns over Palestine protest

Follow here for today’s news updates as they happen in Brisbane and beyond.

Events

21 h. ago Search continues for gunman after man killed in shooting in Sydney's west

The man was shot in a car last night, with the car later found to be set alight.

Events

22 h. ago ‘Radical left court’: Trump lashes delay to controversial BHP, Rio Tinto project

US President Donald Trump has weighed in on the latest development in a fight that has been going on for years.

Politics

22 h. ago Australia’s two biggest miners meet Trump over controversial copper plan

The US president has weighed in on the latest development in a fight that has been going on for years.

Politics

24 h. ago The backyard experiment that exposed the swaths who want help with gambling

Counsellor Gareth Wyatt is helping tackle gambling addiction among young men in the suburbs of Sydney.

Politics

24 h. ago The backyard experiment that exposed the swaths who are calling out for help

Counsellor Gareth Wyatt is helping tackle gambling addiction among young men in the suburbs of Sydney.

Politics

34 h. ago Revealed: The secrets behind Sydney’s top schools for HSC maths

Just three schools average above 90 for HSC mathematics, but the big improver in recent years is Concord High. Here’s their secret.

Politics