4 h. ago Scientists find strongest evidence yet of life on an alien planet

In a potential landmark discovery, scientists examining an alien planet’s atmosphere have detected the chemical fingerprints of gases that on Earth are produced only by biological processes.

Science

10 h. ago The best heckles, riskiest jokes and strangest moments from this year’s comedy festival

After a month packed with shows, our reviewers have come together to pick out the best (and most memorable) moments from this year’s comedy festival.

Politics

20 h. ago Mayor suspended just six months after election denies he made staff feel unsafe

Whittlesea Mayor Aidan McLindon, a former Freedom Party candidate, called a press conference outside Victorian parliament to fiercely deny the allegations.

Politics

29 h. ago Thousands of WA drivers caught flouting road rules by new cameras

More than 60,000 incidents have been detected by the cameras since January, with the Road Safety Commission warning drivers to stop the “disturbing and upsetting” behaviour as the Easter long weekend approaches.

Events

34 h. ago AI will revolutionise the stock market, but not in the way you think

The new tech can process vast amounts of data, detect patterns invisible to the human eye, and execute trades at lightning speed. But that’s not its main advantage.

Politics

34 h. ago Billionaire’s bid to build a lake in six weeks spirals into 18

Mike Cannon-Brookes wanted a new lake with a wildlife island sanctuary. Instead, the work left his neighbours’ properties with contaminated water supplies.

Politics

43 h. ago Driver accused of hitting Sam Kerr’s gran plans to fight charges

A Perth driver accused of hitting soccer star Sam Kerr's grandmother has indicated he will fight the charges.

Events

44 h. ago Drivers stung $30m in six months by mobile detection cameras

Drivers have been strung with more than $30 million in fines in six months after being busted by Adelaide’s mobile phone detection cameras.

Politics

44 h. ago Eddie Jones returned to Coogee Oval in Japan colours. He got quite the reception

Same ground, different shirt. Eighteen months on, former Wallabies coach Eddie Jones returned to Coogee in charge of Japan’s under-23 team.

Politics

47 h. ago Incredible moment elephants spring into action to protect calves during earthquake

The highly intelligent and social animals can feel sound through their feet, with cameras catching the herd scrambling to shield their young when they became alert to a threat.

Politics

48 h. ago Goodbye, pet: TV’s iconic detective gets the ending she deserves

The final episode of a beloved show can produce mixed emotions, but this two-part Vera special is a fitting tribute to a beloved character.

Politics

48 h. ago Revealed: The flaw in process that allowed guns into MCG, and how security will be tightened

Patrons will have a wand run over them by security any time a concern is identified as part of tighter security processes at the MCG, after two men allegedly carried guns into this month’s Carlton-Collingwood game.

Politics

58 h. ago Brisbane suburbs where 5G struggles – and why your reception bars can’t be trusted

There are dozens of pockets across the city where people have frequent mobile service failure and calls dropping out – and the bars on their phones could be lying to them. Here’s why.

Politics

68 h. ago Kerry Greenwood had two burning ambitions in life. She achieved them both

The sharp mind and kind heart behind the long-running Miss Fisher series died late last month. Here, Kerry Greenwood’s partner of 40 years pays tribute to the iconic author.

Events

2 d. ago Caught on camera: Perth bouncers given bail over alleged ‘prolonged’ assault of patron

Enver and Nezir Ibrahimovic were arrested at Scarborough’s Lookout Bar on Sunday night after their alleged heavy-handed dealing with a patron which allegedly included kicking his head.

Events

3 d. ago Driver accused of smashing into Greens politician in Brisbane pleads guilty

At the time of her arrest, police alleged that Rani Lowry had been speeding more than 20 kilometres over the limit, and had been told by her passenger to slow down.

Politics

3 d. ago Could one clue solve the mystery of a man’s body found in a Victorian river 53 years ago?

A coronial inquest couldn’t determine how the man died, but detectives say a ring found on his left hand could be key to cracking the case open.

Politics

3 d. ago Could one clue solve the mystery of a man’s body found in a country river 53 years ago?

A coronial inquest couldn’t conclusively determine how the stranger died, but detectives say a unique signet ring found on his left hand could be the key to cracking the case.

Politics

3 d. ago ‘Five MCGs’ worth of people’: Yayoi Kusama exhibition breaking records at NGV

Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama’s exhibition at the NGV has drawn huge numbers of people during its four-month run.

Politics

4 d. ago Woman raped by man pretending to be rideshare driver speaks out as attacker jailed

A Perth woman raped by a man pretending to be a rideshare driver on a night out three years ago has bravely spoken about her story in a warning to other women.

Events