1 hour ago Artist Julie Fragar wins Archibald Prize with portrait of best friend

Fragar sketched Flagship Mother Multiverse (Justene) in one sitting and then worked on it for three months. She plans to use the $100,000 prizemoney to buy an easel she hasn’t made herself.

Culture

9 h. ago Brandon Smith once mocked Latrell. Now they are good friends

One of the first people Brandon Smith called when weighing up a move to South Sydney was Latrell Mitchell, the club favourite – and forgotten NSW centre.

Politics

23 h. ago For every ‘footy dork’ there’s a Bailey Smith: Why my No.3 jumper is in good hands

The last thing we want is Smith rolling out the “one week at a time” junk the next time the Cats win a thriller.

Politics

26 h. ago 14 newish and moreish and midweek meals anyone can make in minutes

From a comforting meat-free Monday pasta to Friday night-friendly fried chicken, we’ve got your week of eating, and cooking, sorted.

Politics

27 h. ago Chooks, paparazzi and regrets: Behind the Cheese’s last hurrah in a ‘Roosters’ jersey

This is the closest Brandon Smith will come to wearing Roosters kit. And he can’t help but laugh at the “signing” stunt that took off as he prepares to switch clubs.

Politics

51 h. ago Brandon Smith set to join Dominic Young in Roosters’ departure lounge

Trent Robinson’s overhaul of the Roosters’ playing roster is continuing with South Sydney the likely beneficiary.

Politics

3 d. ago Cruel loophole targeted after outrage of cop bashed and left for dead

A police officer who barely survived a vicious brick bashing and only discovered her attacker’s potential prison release through a friend called for urgent change.

Events

3 d. ago Erin Patterson told online friends she was ‘hiding powdered mushrooms in everything’, court hears: Trial day five, as it happened

Erin Patterson’s estranged husband Simon will continue providing evidence in her murder trial. Follow our live blog.

Events

3 d. ago Erin Patterson told online friends her estranged husband was controlling and coercive, court told

The alleged mushroom cook killer also asked how to make beef Wellington in the weeks before the deadly lunch, members of a true crime chat group told the court on Monday.

Events

3 d. ago From spin class to corruption inquiry: Yoga pals at centre of schools ICAC hearing

It has been alleged that former Schools Infrastructure NSW chief Anthony Manning improperly hired friends and misallocated funds from school projects.

Politics

4 d. ago Erin Patterson trial LIVE updates: Accused regularly used mushrooms in kitchen; asked online friends for advice on cooking beef Wellington

Erin Patterson’s estranged husband Simon will continue providing evidence in her murder trial. Follow our live blog.

Politics

4 d. ago The trip was the wrong call, but the umpires didn’t cost the Pies victory

Patrick Dangerfield had a bigger say on Geelong beating Collingwood than the umpires did. So did the uppity Bailey Smith.

Politics

4 d. ago World leaders congratulate Albanese following landslide election victory

The White House has described Australia as a valued friend of the US as world leaders congratulate re-elected Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

Politics

5 d. ago Did Bont take the bait? Smith trades barbs with former skipper after Ballarat dig

On an election night of drama, the Magpies and Cats featured in an epic contest at the MCG, with Bailey Smith even having a crack at his former club – the Western Bulldogs – after the final siren.

Politics

5 d. ago Bontempelli bites back at Smith after crack at former club as Cats hang on in MCG thriller

On an election night of drama, the Magpies and Cats featured in an epic contest at the MCG, with Bailey Smith even having a crack at his former club – the Western Bulldogs – after the final siren.

Politics

5 d. ago Smith takes a swipe at the Bulldogs as Cats and Pies play out an MCG thriller

On an election night of drama, the Magpies and Cats featured in an epic contest at the MCG, with Bailey Smith even having a crack at his former club – the Western Bulldogs – after the final siren.

Politics

6 d. ago Why do zoomers hate these burgers? And what are they eating instead?

“Millennial burger joints” are being mocked online by Gen Z, who say ridiculous toppings, overpriced add-ons and inauthentic fit-outs are out. So what’s in?

Politics

6 d. ago Help! I’m pregnant and don’t want to look like a circus tent

Look to actor Jennifer Lawrence for the best baby-bump style: statement coats, blazers and jackets are your friend.

Politics

6 d. ago He evaded Beijing’s clutches. But this Adelaide lawyer is still a wanted man

A fake climate conference, friends in far-flung places a pro-democracy activist reveals the story of his dramatic escape from Hong Kong.

Politics

6 d. ago Roosters overcome Dolphins after losing Smith early to concussion

The Roosters and the Sharks were victorious on Friday night in the first 2025 magic round fixtures at Suncorp Stadium.

Politics