58 m. ago Awkward scenes in Simon Goodwin’s kitchen, and a power play in the boardroom

President Brad Green intends to hang on to the Demons’ presidency until December, raising questions about the planned handover to former MCC president Steven Smith.

Events

5 h. ago 'No victim mentality': Critta's message after loss to Roosters

Stephen Crichton speaks to Nine's Emma Lawrence after the Bulldogs' 32-12 defeat to the Roosters.

Events

7 h. ago The Sydney Morning Herald journalists scoop the pool at Kennedy Awards

Our journalists led the field at the 2025 Kennedy Awards, taking home several major awards, including for the exposure of high-level corruption in the construction industry.

Events

10 h. ago The double act that gave Sydney Girls High its secret debating weapon

They’ve won contest after contest speaking in front of hundreds – but just don’t call these girls public speakers.

Politics

14 h. ago Vegan activist Tash Peterson fights to attend UK festival in face of bankruptcy woes

Controversial vegan activist Tash Peterson is not letting bankruptcy and the removal of her passport get in the way of flying overseas to speak at “the world’s biggest vegan camp out”.

Politics

25 h. ago A teacher, schemer, dreamer but Des Hasler definitely isn’t paranoid

The Gold Coast mentor has surfed every cultural wave in his 20 years as a coach. And despite a disappointing season, he’ll be back at the helm for the Titans in 2026.

Society

32 h. ago Schmidt keeps faith with winning Wallabies, but with one major gamble

The Wallabies have made just two changes from the team who beat the Lions in Sydney but coach Joe Schmidt has rolled the dice on picking a solitary playmaker to meet the Springboks.

Politics

34 h. ago Trent Robinson loves Spencer Leniu’s aggression and intensity. But does he go too far?

The Sydney Roosters coach wants the firebrand forward to continue his demolition-derby approach, saying it is “good for our game”.

Politics

35 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

35 h. ago Essendon champion joins Dees’ coach search; Winmar continues bid to co

An Essendon great will be on the panel charged with finding premiership coach Simon Goodwin’s replacement at Melbourne. Meanwhile, Nicky Winmar is continuing his push to be a co-lead plaintiff in a racism class action.

Sport

36 h. ago Sacked Transport official recalls dealings with alleged mastermind of kickback scheme

The former Transport department staffer has told an anti-corruption inquiry about how he first became involved in the kickback arrangements in 2019.

Politics

38 h. ago Collett counting on Nashville Jack to be on song in Rosebud as he eyes another century

Jockey Jason Collett is hoping Nashville Jack can help him keep the momentum going from a stellar season in Sydney.

Politics

42 h. ago AFLW weekly update round one: Blues, Pies name teams; Coach’s ‘irrelevant’ call

Welcome to our AFLW blog for round one. Throughout the season, follow along for updates from every game, as well as news and analysis across the round.

Sport

42 h. ago The good, bad and potentially ugly of Trump’s remote rendezvous with Putin

A telling moment in Donald Trump’s news conference this week speaks to the dynamic between him and the Russian leader – and it doesn’t bode well for Ukraine.

Politics

49 h. ago Warning from Washington: Speak out about Chinese threat or risk AUKUS subs

Policymakers in Washington are getting nervous that the Albanese government is “less vocal about what the problem is” compared with predecessors, experts say.

Events

59 h. ago As a player, I saw two of my coaches get sacked. This is how the Melbourne players will be feeling

It can’t be compared to any of life’s real tragedies, but I know from experience that there is a grieving process players go through when the axe falls on their coach.

Sport

63 h. ago ‘Enough is enough’: Combative Lyon ends press conference over contract questions

St Kilda coach Ross Lyon cut short his weekly press conference on Wednesday, as the Saints remain in the spotlight over their list management decisions and reports of player unrest.

Politics

66 h. ago Voices from Gaza: Hear messages to Albanese saying ‘we have no time’

Three Gazans speak about the Australian government’s plan to recognise Palestinian statehood and how little it means for those on the ground.

Politics

66 h. ago ‘We have no time’: Listen to the voices from Gaza send a message to Albanese

Three Gazans speak about the Australian government’s plan to recognise Palestinian statehood and how little it means for those on the ground.

Politics

3 d. ago Albanese is crying poor, but we’re losing billions a year from untaxed gas

In Norway, they tax their oil and gas industry heavily and give their kids free higher education. Here, we do the opposite.

Economics