86 m. ago Retired couple win $1 million after purchasing second lottery ticket ever

A retired couple have won $1 million after purchasing their second lottery ticket ever.

Economics

1 hour ago ‘It’s gone’: With a home destroyed, fire evacuees can do nothing but hope

Those evacuated from the path of the Longwood bushfire huddled in caravans and vans, sheltering from the extreme heat, as they waited for news about their homes.

Events

2 h. ago ‘Everyone stood up’: Smith says Australia owned big moments in 4

Captain Steve Smith says Australia’s comprehensive Ashes triumph was due to simply playing “really good cricket” after his side held its nerve to win the fifth Test at the SCG.

Politics

4 h. ago Former high court judge confirmed as commissioner despite Frydenberg objections

Anthony Albanese has stared down resistance from former treasurer Josh Frydenberg and appointed Virginia Bell to lead a royal commission into antisemitism.

Events

5 h. ago Albanese soon to announce antisemitism royal commission, Virginia Bell to lead

Anthony Albanese is set to stare down resistance from former treasurer Josh Frydenberg and appoint former High Court justice Virginia Bell to lead a royal commission.

Events

5 h. ago Virginia Bell to lead Bondi killings royal commission despite Jewish community objections

Anthony Albanese is set to announce former High Court justice Virginia Bell to lead a royal commission into antisemitism, likely as soon as this afternoon

Events

5 h. ago Ashes player ratings: The stars, standouts and those with reputations in tatters

We rate every Australian and Englishman to take the field in another emphatic series win for the home side.

Politics

6 h. ago Khawaja out for six in final Test innings as Australia seal 4

Usman Khawaja’s fairytale finish at the SCG didn’t quite go to plan, but Australia got home in the fifth Ashes Test to seal a 4-1 series victory after a dramatic middle session.

Politics

7 h. ago Jessie Buckley wept and raged in Hamnet. She says it ‘woke me up’

Playing William Shakespeare’s untamed wife in a role that took out this week’s Critics Choice award left the Irish actress hungry for more.

Politics

8 h. ago ‘She’ll be kicking him home for us’: Buchanan eyeing fairytale win to honour tragic jockey

Trainer Kristen Buchanan hopes Stylebender, Bronte Simpson’s favourite horse, can produce a special effort in the race named after the late apprentice on Saturday at Wyong.

Events

8 h. ago Who is Teagan Croft? Meet the Aussie star cast as Rapunzel in Disney’s live

Taking on such a beloved role will probably shoot the actress from relative obscurity to mega-fame. So, what do we know about her so far?

Politics

8 h. ago Virginia Bell’s role in protest laws under scrutiny as Albanese weighs royal commission

Judgments handed down by former high court judge Virginia Bell and another contender, former Federal Court of Australia chief justice James Allsop, are under scrutiny as the government decides on a royal commissioner.

Events

9 h. ago Drinking with the enemy: The espresso cup blunder that enraged Tottenham fans

Spurs conceded a last-minute goal to lose 3-2 at Bournemouth - but it was the cup their coach drank out of that was the big talking point.

Politics

9 h. ago Ashes LIVE: Australia bowl out England to set up captivating final day at the SCG

The target has been set – Australia need 160 on the final day at the SCG to win the Ashes series 4-1.

Politics

9 h. ago Ashes LIVE: DRS strikes again, Head falls for 29 as Australia chase for victory at the SCG

The target has been set – Australia need 160 on the final day at the SCG to win the Ashes series 4-1.

Events

22 h. ago 2026 Brisbane International Highlights: Doumbia & Reboul v Kokkinakis & Kyrgios

Watch the match highlights as Doumbia & Reboul take on Kokkinakis & Kyrgios in Round 2 of the 2026 Brisbane International.

Politics

25 h. ago Why Trump’s Venezuela gambit will not change Beijing’s calculus on Taiwan

But it does give China a propaganda win to portray the US as the world’s rogue cop, while positioning itself as alternative global leader.

Politics

26 h. ago SCG Test day four as it happened: Bethell’s maiden century stalls Australia win

The fifth Ashes Test remains there for the hosts’ taking but Australia will be forced to bat again on day five after England’s 22-year-old No.3 racked up an unbeaten 142 in Sydney.

Politics

26 h. ago Bethell shines for England but Webster spins Australia to brink of victory

Youngster’s maiden first-class century was the backbone of a gritty England comeback, but three key wickets from recalled allrounder Beau Webster left Australia well-placed to chase victory on Thursday.

Politics

29 h. ago Dingle has 1600 people, 50 pubs, and one AFL star desperate to win a title

Dingle have been hoping premiership Cat Mark O’Connor could play in next week’s All-Ireland Senior Club Final. Now, they have their answer.

Politics