5 h. ago How thousands of Melbourne’s empty homes are dodging millions in tax

A tax on vacant properties was supposed to help boost housing supply, but the state government is struggling to find thousands of dwellings that should be liable for the charge.

Economics

15 h. ago ‘Second to none’: Wright hails Suaalii as Wallabies scrap for Lions spots

Wallabies fullback Tom Wright has heaped praise on the returning Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii and the rising competition for spots as Australia begin their final push toward the Lions series.

Politics

15 h. ago Iran puts Trump ‘the gambler’ on notice as US warns against choking crucial oil shipping route

Iran’s parliament has endorsed the closure of the Strait of Hormuz following the bombing of its nuclear facilities, as US leaders say the strikes are an opportunity for Tehran to return to the negotiating table.

Events

16 h. ago Freed immigration detainee charged with murder over Age photographer’s death

A former immigration detainee has been charged with murder over the alleged fatal assault of former Age photographer Dominic O’Brien.

Events

16 h. ago Freed immigration detainee charged with murder over former Age photographer’s death

A former immigration detainee has been charged with murder over the alleged fatal assault of former Age photographer Dominic O’Brien.

Events

19 h. ago Brisbane news as it happened: Man charged over Brisbane bus driver attack; The latest on the crisis in the Middle East; AC/DC reveal Australian tour details

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Events

20 h. ago Rooster out for six weeks after cannonball tackle referees missed

The NRL match review committee has issued one of the highest graded charges of the season after match-day officials missed the dangerous tackle.

Events

23 h. ago ‘He’s in our best 17’: Broncos star’s plea for Cobbo to return and remain

As Selwyn Cobbo stayed on the Broncos’ outer, he was outshone by two teammates in reserve grade. But one star revealed why the off contract flyer must remain.

Politics

23 h. ago Sydney accountant charged with laundering money for alleged crime boss

The accountant facilitated money laundering and fraud on behalf of members of the Alameddine organised crime network, police will allege.

Events

23 h. ago Accountant charged with laundering money for alleged crime boss

The accountant facilitated money laundering and fraud on behalf of members of the Alameddine organised crime network, police will allege.

Events

23 h. ago Accountant charged with laundering money for senior crime figure

The accountant facilitated money laundering and fraud on behalf of members of the Alameddine organised crime network, police will allege.

Events

24 h. ago ‘People want new experiences’: Manly’s Sake to shut as hospo giant changes direction

The operator of the beachside spot will also close El Camino, while the business puts greater focus on “unique venues” and pulls back on its Bavarian chain.

Politics

25 h. ago Sydney accountant charged with laundering money for organised crime network

The accountant facilitated money laundering and fraud on behalf of members of a high-profile organised crime network, police will allege.

Events

25 h. ago WA news LIVE: Driver charged over fatal bus crash outside RAC Arena

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Events

25 h. ago Sydney accountant charged over alleged role in organised crime network

Police footage shows Strike Force Eeley detectives arresting the 43-year-old accountant and executing a search warrant at a taxation office in Sydney's CBD.

Events

27 h. ago Brisbane news live: Man charged over Brisbane bus driver attack; The latest on the crisis in the Middle East; AC/DC reveal Australian tour details

For today’s news updates as they happen in Brisbane and beyond, follow us here.

Events

28 h. ago ‘Economic suicide’: US warns Iran as it moves to choke crucial oil shipping route

Iran’s parliament has endorsed the closure of the Strait of Hormuz following the bombing of its nuclear facilities, as US leaders say the strikes are an opportunity for Tehran to return to the negotiating table.

Events

29 h. ago ‘Astonishing result’: How super funds are faring amid Trump tariff volatility

As the end of the financial year looms, analysts expect the third year in a row of positive returns from retirement savings funds.

Politics

53 h. ago Why my husband’s howl over back pain could happen 4 million times around Australia

An increasing number of people are calling triple zero for ambulances to take them to emergency departments for back problems. It’s not always the right answer.

Politics

53 h. ago Months later, still no solution for state’s mental health crisis

There will be a predicted 20 per cent undersupply of psychiatrists by 2048, as more people are diagnosed with and seek treatment for mental health conditions.

Events