9 h. ago ‘Someone will get hurt’: Zoe Daniel feared for her safety in toxic election campaign

As she packs up her electoral office, the former MP reflects on an election that left her flanked by police and worried someone would attack her home.

Politics

12 h. ago ‘Boys who love a scrap’: Concern over the rise of backyard fight clubs

Footage of the unsanctioned event has emerged as former world boxing champion Anthony Mundine presses the NSW government to approve bare knuckle boxing.

Politics

12 h. ago The growing Sydney suburb haunted by the homes that never were

It’s a job site that has been deserted for 13 years – with no clear end to the impasse in sight.

Politics

22 h. ago Amazon boosts Australian investment to $20 billion to meet AI, data demands

The global tech giant will boost its investment in Australia to $20 billion by 2029 to meet surging demand for access to artificial intelligence, web storage and hosting, and more.

Economics

23 h. ago How Payne Haas helped end Laurie Daley’s first spell in charge of NSW

Payne Haas once helped the Queensland Maroons prepare for an Origin game by playing the role of Andrew Fifita in training. He wishes he never had.

Politics

28 h. ago End of tax breaks for hybrid vehicles drives row over future of EVs

A fringe benefits tax exemption on sales of some hybrid electric vehicles ran out on March 31. Since then, sales have plummeted.

Economics

30 h. ago Pallister shines as Jack misses Dolphins cut for world championships

After a week of tough racing in Adelaide, Australia has named its squad for the world swimming championships in Singapore. One big name Olympian has missed out.

Events

31 h. ago North Melbourne vs Fremantle LIVE: Larkey kicks truly as Roos mount late comeback against Dockers in Perth; Jezza says Cats have Smith’s back

Alastair Clarkson’s men are putting up a huge fight in the west. Earlier, the Cats annihilated the Bombers and the Giants stunned the Lions at the Gabba

Politics

36 h. ago Four years ago, 800 teenagers left school. Then, they were tracked

Disadvantaged students’ pathways to a career are typically non-linear in the years after leaving school, a study has found.

Politics

36 h. ago ‘I’ve got that dog in me, bra’: Why Luai’s inclusion is a big win for Blues

Jarome Luai was impossible to miss at his comeback training session with NSW – and Mitchell Moses’ replacement will bring a new dimension to Laurie Daley’s side.

Politics

36 h. ago Old king coal is spluttering as power plants age out of usefulness

Fossil fuels are still the dominant source of electricity, but the owners of coal plants are increasingly unlikely to spend money to make them reliable.

Politics

39 h. ago Still worried about Spencer? Kick it to us then, NSW pair tell Maroons

Blues enforcer Spencer Leniu was furious when Queensland dodged him at kick-off in Origin I. Max King and Stefano Utoikamanu are more than happy to run it hard back at them.

Politics

43 h. ago Who gets the pet – and other big changes for divorcing couples

Separating couples fighting in court over the family pet and the division of assets face a new legal landscape following landmark changes that started this week.

Politics

47 h. ago Inside the Sydney apartments where every living room has a sunny view

This block changed shape to make sure every apartment in the block got a view and at least two hours of sunlight in winter. That makes it rare.

Politics

47 h. ago To defend itself, Australia mustn’t kowtow to its rivals. Or its allies

With Donald Trump in the White House, AUKUS under review and China stalking our seas, Australia must develop independent capability, quickly.

Politics

53 h. ago Heartbreak Hawks earn comeback win over Crows as Newcombe kicks the winner

The Hawks struggled early but found a way to fightback and steal the win after Jai Newcombe’s goal with just minutes remaining.

Politics

54 h. ago Hawthorn vs Adelaide LIVE: Heartbreak Hawks earn comeback win over Crows as Newcombe kicks the winner

Follow along for all the major moments and reactions as the Hawks and Crows play in Launceston tonight.

Politics

57 h. ago The ‘special’ talent who snubbed rugby to pledge future to Benji and the Tigers

Wests Tigers officials are tipping Heamasi Makasini – the only 17-year-old to make the NSW U19 Origin side – to make his NRL debut this season

Sport

58 h. ago PM’s meeting with Trump in doubt as Middle East conflict escalates

Anthony Albanese has warned Australians to avoid the Middle East as he visits Fiji before heading to the US and the G7 meeting in Canada.

Politics

59 h. ago End to train chaos in sight as workers ordered to vote on wage deal

The government and rail unions reached an in-principle agreement, but one union tried to block a vote. A decision on Friday cleared the path for it to go ahead.

Society