7 h. ago Liberal deputy leader Sam Groth announces retirement from state politics

The former tennis star and Nepean MP will not contest the state election in November after “some very personal reflection”.

Politics

8 h. ago Why Kokkinakis ‘teared up’ over emotional comeback victory with Kyrgios

The battered-and-broken former teenage idols reprised their triumphant Australian Open partnership by winning their opening match at the Brisbane International on Sunday.

Technology

10 h. ago The LNP vowed to cap its outlay on consultants to fund promises. It’s still spending

Our two-part investigation into the government’s use of private consultants has found significant continued spending and wound-back oversight.

Economics

11 h. ago Crossbench demand commission as sporting greats blast government inaction

A slew of independent MPs have called for a royal commission into antisemitism, as Labor remains opposed to the growing push for a federal inquiry.

Politics

11 h. ago Crossbench MPs demand commission as sporting greats blast government inaction

A slew of independent MPs have called for a royal commission into antisemitism, as Labor remains opposed to the growing push for a federal inquiry.

Politics

11 h. ago ‘Prime targets’: The punters ‘washing’ tens of millions and the bosses in the firing line

A mega-club has admitted in court documents that it allowed suspicious customers to continue to play after flagging them with the financial crimes watchdog.

Politics

16 h. ago Kyrgios and Kokkinakis victorious in emotional comeback in Brisbane

The battered-and-broken former teenage idols reprised their triumphant Australian Open partnership by winning their opening match at the Brisbane International on Sunday.

Politics

25 h. ago Sydney Test LIVE updates: Root, Brook steer England back on track; no spinner big talking point

The Ashes comes to an end in Sydney as Australia look to end the series on a high in Usman Khawaja’s final Test match. Play begins at 10.30am, follow all the action live.

Politics

26 h. ago ‘Winning the State of Origin’: Health minister hails Queensland’s record doctor intake

As Queensland breaks the record for new medical interns, Tim Nicholls has urged people to get their flu vaccination, which now comes in a nasal spray.

Politics

35 h. ago Most researchers miss out on innovation grants while medical fund sits on $25b

Nine in 10 Australian researchers had their “ideas grant” applications rejected last year, even as Australia’s medical investment fund sits on $5 billion more than it was designed to hold.

Events

40 h. ago Prominent sports stars add to push for Bondi royal commission

The statement signed by more than 60 sports stars, including Ian Thorpe, Grant Hackett, Lleyton Hewitt, Scott Pendlebury and Isaac Heeney, said: “This is not the Australia we represented.”

Events

46 h. ago Qld hands over first $25m for Eagle Farm grandstand before loan terms are signed

The government appears to have put the horse before the cart, announcing the first instalment of a $100m Brisbane Racing Club loan while repayment details are still “being worked through”.

Politics

46 h. ago ‘Entertainment, regardless of winning or losing’: Kyrgios knows his role in latest comeback

The former world No.13 spoke candidly to this masthead, saying he needs to lower his ego and doesn’t want to outstay his welcome.

Politics

59 h. ago Just six months ago, Albanese was seen as untouchable. Now some say he’s politically shrunk

The prime minister’s reputation as a canny strategist is under fire as he resists calling a royal commission.

Politics

69 h. ago As new year unfolds, we will celebrate Victoria’s successes and speak plainly of its flaws

As we enter this election year, there is no shortage of intractable issues facing Victoria.

Politics

2 d. ago Calls for royal commission into Bondi terror attack grow louder

Calls for a royal commission into the Bondi terror attack are growing louder and harder for the prime minister to ignore.

Events

2 d. ago ‘Utter darkness’ of antisemitism must be examined, says Melbourne archbishop

The Australian Catholic Bishops Conference has joined the growing numbers calling for a federal inquiry into antisemitism, but stopped short of advocating for a royal commission.

Politics

3 d. ago The pokie king and the public land grab to expand a Sydney shopping centre

Iris Capital says its proposal hinges on it taking over laneways so the development can have more room for a gambling den.

Politics

3 d. ago Minister ‘working every day’ as flood disaster strikes state’s north

The disaster recovery minister had booked leave for shortly before Christmas, when regions in North Queensland copped a year’s worth of rain.

Events

3 d. ago Australia’s biggest industry groups demand an antisemitism royal commission

The Business Council of Australia has backed prominent captains of industry who petitioned Albanese to reverse his stance on a national inquiry following the Bondi terror attack.

Events