9 h. ago This report said the Devils’ stadium shouldn’t be built. Here’s what it missed

The Tasmanian Planning Commission released a report that advised against building the stadium that the Devils require to enter the AFL in 2028. It threatens to reignite a debate that could cause real harm in the community.

Events

11 h. ago Woman charged with manslaughter after two children die in house fire

A woman has been charged with manslaughter after two children were killed in a house fire in Melbourne's north-east last year.

Society

11 h. ago Brisbane lord mayor tears up speech to deliver impassioned plea

Adrian Schrinner made a last-minute change to his “Vision for Brisbane” speech to call for an end to political extremism.

Politics

11 h. ago The Vegetable Plot that’s hard to ‘beet’ for young audiences

A new dad’s brainwave to keep playing music but at family-friendly times has spawned a beloved children’s group with fans worldwide.

Politics

12 h. ago Catholic primary schools have seen huge jumps in NAPLAN maths results

A change in the way Catholic primary school children are taught has boosted their numeracy scores, and it’s the same system Victoria’s public schools will follow.

Politics

14 h. ago ‘There must be something going on’: Hird backs wantaway Dons skipper Merrett

Essendon great James Hird has called for an end to the “rubbish” rumours about disgruntled Bombers captain Zach Merrett and believes the situation is still salvageable for both player and club.

Politics

16 h. ago How Australia’s climate target could stack up against the rest of the world

So far, 31 countries have announced their 2035 emissions-reduction targets, but only two have released targets consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees.

Events

19 h. ago Charlie Kirk assassination suspect appears in court via video, wearing protective vest

Prosecutors brought an aggravated murder charge that could result in the death penalty against Tyler Robinson and outlined evidence, including an alleged text message confession to his partner.

Events

23 h. ago Children’s Guardian calls for evidence to be released after sacking

Children’s Guardian Steve Kinmond was dismissed for “misbehaviour”. He is calling for his evidence to be made public.

Politics

23 h. ago Perth mum who faked kids’ cancer and fled WA also faces fraud charges over east

Sarah Jayne Kelly was denied bail on Tuesday, weeks ahead of being sentenced for offending that included repeatedly falsely claiming her children had a raft of medical issues.

Politics

31 h. ago Woman charged over fatal house fire that killed two children

Three young children were pulled from the burning home in Melbourne’s north-west last year.

Events

32 h. ago ‘Your positions will no longer be required’: Plans to shut down uni degrees revealed

Staff were called to a meeting on Tuesday and told about the plans, to be officially unveiled tomorrow morning, which would “disestablish” the UTS school of education.

Politics

34 h. ago Peninsula produces first uranium yellowcake at Wyoming plant

Peninsula Energy has rolled out its first drum of uranium yellowcake at its Wyoming Lance project, in sync with US calls to increase the nation’s uranium reserve.

Politics

36 h. ago Perth day care worker on trial over allegations he touched two children

Robert David Reti, 39, is accused of indecently dealing with a four-year-old and a six-year-old at two separate day care centres in Lesmurdie and Banksia Grove in 2023.

Society

36 h. ago Keeping pace with a gifted child: Are schools letting them down?

It may seem like they have won the academic lottery but parents of gifted children can struggle to find the right support to allow their child to thrive.

Politics

40 h. ago Super Retail boss Anthony Heraghty sacked over misleading the board

A year and a half after allegations of an undisclosed relationship, and amid other claims of misuse of company funds and a culture of workplace bullying, the $4 billion retailer has capitulated.

Politics

40 h. ago Super Retail boss sacked, loses bonuses, in fallout from alleged office romance

A year and a half after allegations of an undisclosed relationship, and amid other claims of misuse of company funds and a culture of workplace bullying, the $4 billion retailer has capitulated.

Politics

40 h. ago Super Retail boss sacked, $9m bonus cut in fallout from alleged office flame

A year and a half after allegations of an undisclosed relationship, and amid other claims of misuse of company funds and a culture of workplace bullying, the $4 billion retailer has capitulated.

Politics

40 h. ago Super Retail boss sacked, $9m bonus cut in fallout from alleged relationship

A year and a half after allegations of an undisclosed relationship, and amid other claims of misuse of company funds and a culture of workplace bullying, the $4 billion retailer has capitulated.

Politics

41 h. ago ASX rises as miners advance; Super Retail falls after sacking CEO

The Australian sharemarket opened slightly higher on Thursday, led by the mining heavyweights, after Wall Street set more records overnight.

Politics