3 h. ago This AFL pick swap was part of North Melbourne’s grand plan. But now they’re on the verge of unwanted history

The Roos bet on themselves to not still be treading water when they sent their 2025 first-round draft pick to Richmond for the Tigers’ No.27 selection last year and their second-rounder this year.

Politics

5 h. ago Trump team backs down in stoush over police takeover in Washington, DC

Officials in the US capital took the Trump administration to court after it tried to put a federal official in charge of the city’s police department.

Events

8 h. ago How 177 bombs came to rest under a children’s playground in England

When builder Steven Parkinson started digging up a children’s playground in his picture postcard town of Wooler, he had no idea that the ‘suspicious object’ he found was only the beginning.

Events

8 h. ago Trump team backs down in stoush over Washington DC police takeover

Officials in the US capital took the Trump administration to court after it tried to put a federal official in charge of the city’s police department.

Events

11 h. ago Late goals, Jota tributes and racism claim as Liverpool win English Premier League opener

The reigning champions were pushed hard by Bournemouth but Chiesa and Salah stepped up to seal a 4-2 win two months after the shock death of teammate Diogo Jota.

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13 h. ago There are plenty of shows talking footy – this one takes on the AFLW

Broadcaster and former player Kate McCarthy says the time is right to build on the momentum of the women’s game.

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13 h. ago EPL 2025 LIVE updates: Liverpool FC take on Bournemouth in highly anticipated English Premier League season opener

Liverpool open their title defence against Bournemouth two months after the shock death of star forward Diogo Jota. Follow all the action.

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13 h. ago ‘Pull the right lever and kids laugh like drains’: Andy Griffiths on his comedic formula

The acclaimed children’s author on surviving as a punk rocker, becoming sex-literate and why kids find bodily functions so hilarious.

Politics

20 h. ago Roosters bash the Bulldogs black and blue to sound finals alarm

Kiwi prop Naufahu Whyte led from the front with a double and Daniel Tupou scored a hat-trick as thet Roosters belted the Bulldogs on Friday night.

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21 h. ago NRL 2025 LIVE: Roosters putting on a masterclass against Bulldogs

The Dragons endured a wild first half injury toll in Auckland ahead of the Roosters’ battle with the Bulldogs. Follow all the action.

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22 h. ago Essendon Bombers vs St Kilda Saints LIVE: Dons take surprise lead as Lyon vents on social media over rain hitting Marvel surface

The AFL reaches its penultimate round as Essendon and St Kilda face off at Marvel Stadium before Brisbane and Fremantle battle for finals spots in Perth. Follow along for live updates and post match reactions.

Events

23 h. ago Trump’s latest Olympic edict effectively closes US border to transgender athletes

US President has already made clear his views on transgender participation in sport, but his latest executive order takes things to a dystopian new level.

Politics

23 h. ago ‘Defiantly beautiful’ image of First Nations youth challenges us all

Hoda Afshar’s winning entry in the National Photographic Portrait Prize is a powerful statement on controversial laws.

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23 h. ago NRL 2025 LIVE: Three Dragons knocked out in clash with Warriors

The Dragons are out to keep their slim finals hopes alive, before the Roosters fight for a top eight spot when they face the Bulldogs. Follow all the action.

Events

25 h. ago NRL 2025 LIVE updates: Warriors face Dragons; Bulldogs take on Roosters

The Dragons are out to keep their slim finals hopes alive, before the Roosters fight for a top eight spot when they face the Bulldogs. Follow all the action.

Events

27 h. ago From ‘ambitious and clueless’ to history makers: NRLW trio first to hit 50 games

Keeley Davis, Isabelle Kelly and Ali Brigginshaw will become the first NRLW players to reach the 50-game milestone this weekend after eight seasons of the women’s game.

Events

30 h. ago Cat with a murky history takes author to prestigious children’s book prize

The winners of the much-loved Children’s Book Council of Australia awards have been revealed.

Culture

30 h. ago David Stratton’s colourful life: five stars for a revered figure in Australian film

The influence of the celebrated film critic and author went well beyond his gentle sparring with Margaret Pomeranz on SBS and ABC TV.

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31 h. ago The sad Beckhams split is a reminder to be a cheer squad not a jury

The people your children bring home may seem a bit random, but loving them is an investment in your family.

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37 h. ago Royal Randwick lined up for Pope visit on a bumper weekend for Sydney

Anthony Albanese invited Pope Leo XIV to a major Catholic gathering in Sydney in 2028 and planning is under way for a papal Mass if he takes up the offer.

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