7 h. ago Christine owned a home. Then she separated and can’t buy back in. She’s not alone

The 56-year-old can’t rent-vest, her ex couldn’t buy her out and buying a family home is no longer an option.

Politics

23 h. ago A production of Chekhov’s The Cherry Orchard is playing in Melbourne. Well, sort of

Experimental theatre group Pony Cam have taken Chekhov’s final play and put their own spin on it.

Politics

31 h. ago Amazon launches its own ‘trusted’ version of Temu in Australia. Here’s what we know

Amazon is introducing Haul, which will sell thousands of products under $25 to go head to head with ultra-cheap online retailers Temu and Shein.

Politics

48 h. ago The type of negatively geared landlords who lose the most money

Some owners of an investment property are losing $6900 per year, but others have managed to lose less.

Politics

3 d. ago Divots, fines and injuries: Why Souths fans should avoid storming field if Johnston breaks record

Alex Johnston is a chance to break Ken Irvine’s try-scoring record on Saturday. Souths fans should avoid storming the Allianz Stadium pitch – for their own safety.

Events

3 d. ago Landmark court victory came in yet another case that should never have been heard

Dr Munjed Al Muderis’ case was the latest example of how a dozen money-driven defamation lawyers have made a cottage industry of extracting fees from rich clients only to score a spectacular own goal.

Events

3 d. ago Melbourne Star to return after new deal brings dormant attraction back to life

The Melbourne Star Observation Wheel will return next year after the owners inked a new deal to bring the dormant attraction back to life.

Politics

5 d. ago Billionaire’s heiress buys $3.1m pad with family help, lists it for $19m

Granted, the home was transformed into a stunning five-bedder after the live music venue owner bought it in 2012.

Economics

6 d. ago ‘It paid in the end’: The family that bankrolled AC/DC – and still owns its catalogue

When a low-key Sydney family sold Albert Productions to music giant BMG nine years ago, it retained ownership of its prize jewel: AC/DC’s music catalogue.

Politics

6 d. ago Dogs on planes: What you need to know about Virgin’s new furry

Allowing pets in the cabin comes as more people see cat and dog ownership as providing a sense of family. 

Politics

6 d. ago Every second counts: Bush galloper set to go past Tom Melbourne’s mark

Homebred mare Dollar Magic has been runner-up 14 times in 28 starts, but prizemoney of $559,690 has eased any frustrations for her trainer and part-owner.

Politics

6 d. ago In her own voice: Court releases Erin Patterson’s police interview

A video extract of an interview with the mushroom killer has been released to the public for the first time.

Events

7 d. ago Sydney’s $7m bid to steal the trackside glitz and glamour from Melbourne

Sydney is launching its own trackside version of the Melbourne Cup carnival’s corporate and celebrity mecca in the latest chapter in interstate racing rivalry.

Events

7 d. ago Sydney’s answer to the Birdcage, Base Camp aims to take The Everest to next level

Sydney is launching its own trackside version of the Melbourne Cup carnival’s corporate and celebrity mecca in the latest chapter in interstate racing rivalry.

Politics

7 d. ago Firebombed business owner target of $1 million extortion ploy by bikies

A Melbourne bikie gang firebombed boxer turned businessman David Deicke’s businesses in Mentone and Laverton, and warned his family home in Brighton is next.

Events

8 d. ago The rogues’ gallery behind Labor’s flagship ‘top’ deal for workers

The first multi-employer bargaining agreement is riddled with business owners facing claims multimillion-dollar tax debts and offensive social media posts.

Politics

8 d. ago A seized $500 million Russian super yacht is up for sale amid fight over who actually owns it

The yacht comes complete with a helipad and a beauty salon and is the first US sale of a Russian luxury ship since the start of Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine. But there is a legal fight over who will get the proceeds.

Economics

9 d. ago Resources department paid $187k to industry figure for 25 days’ work

The arrangement with Ian Davies, who led a gas producer owned by Gina Rinehart, was revealed during parliamentary estimates – along with a donation to the LNP in his name.

Politics

9 d. ago Rupert Murdoch shows Trump his own version of the ‘Art of the Deal’

How do you woo a US president who is suing you for $US10 billion? Rupert Murdoch offered a masterclass in carrot, stick and artful deflection. 

Politics

9 d. ago Repeat offenders: Why the NRL came down hard on Panthers trainers

Penrith trainers have now been involved in six separate incidents since 2021, which is why the NRL punished their latest misdemeanour so heavily.

Politics