8 h. ago Australians love their councils – but still want to get rid of them

We rely on them for roads and rubbish collection – and a new poll shows people think councils are our best level of government.

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8 h. ago Board members quit Adelaide Festival as dumped writer calls in lawyer

Pressure to reinstate Palestinian-Australian author Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah to the line-up of one of the country’s best-loved writers’ festivals is mounting.

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13 h. ago The data doesn’t lie: it’s getting hotter and fossil fuels are fanning the flames

The big question for me is how do I keep my kids safe? The good news is that we are not powerless.

Politics

21 h. ago One rule to ring them all: What changes would you make to our favourite sports?

Every sport has at least one rule that aggravates fans. If our journalists had the power to change one rule to improve their sport, here’s what they would do.

Sport

21 h. ago Everyone’s mum loves The Chase – but this quiz has unexpected fans too

“Quiz, as a genre, is having a moment,” says Matt Parkinson (aka Goliath), one of the original Chasers.

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32 h. ago LIVE Melbourne derby Big Bash: Sam Harper smashes six into top level of Marvel as Stars chase 167

Follow along live as the Melbourne Renegades host their cross-town rivals, the Stars, from Marvel Stadium.

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37 h. ago My love letter to ye olde postie Will he mind if I email it?

Letter writers and coin collectors of the world unite! Our analogue days are numbered.

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46 h. ago This $30bn investment is a form of gambling. But young buyers love it

Nostalgia can be a powerful driver of demand and value, even when the economy is worsening, helping boost the value of these unusual investments.

Economics

53 h. ago ‘I thought the worst had happened’: WA mum’s pool nightmare sparks summer warning

New data reveals the number of children treated for injuries at Perth Children’s Hospital’s emergency department last month, with one family’s story serving as a warning to others.

Events

56 h. ago An open marriage isn’t for everyone, but here’s how it works for us

For the most part, we’re like any other couple, except that sleep with other people. What does it take to maintain such a relationship? Well, more commitment than you might think.

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58 h. ago Star British author Zadie Smith joins dozens of authors boycotting Adelaide Writers’ Week

Local and international writers have pulled out of one of the country’s best-loved writers’ festivals after Palestinian-Australian Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah was removed from its program.

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59 h. ago After a ‘rough patch’, Watford fans are singing the name of Socceroos’ teen star again

Nestory Irankunda made an instant name for himself when he arrived at the English club. But after losing his starting place, things are looking up again for the prodigiously talented 19-year-old.

Sport

2 d. ago Travel quiz: Which city has overtaken Tokyo as the world’s biggest?

Are you an expert traveller? Test your knowledge with this week’s quiz.

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3 d. 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.

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3 d. 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.

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3 d. ago ‘I use it with belief’: Sydney Festival headliner defends show that refers to ‘genocide’

The Crown star Khalid Abdalla says Nowhere is about the desire for a better world for everyone and is not a threat to Jewish safety.

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3 d. 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.

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3 d. 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

3 d. ago Love turned this playwright into a criminal. His response will surprise you

Homosexuality was taboo when Danish Sheikh was growing up in India. At this year’s Midsumma Festival, he explores what happened next.

Events

3 d. ago Ashes LIVE: England look to extend lead as Australia prepare to chase victory at SCG

Centurion Jacob Bethell returns to the crease on the final day of the series with England 119 runs in front and two wickets in hand – and Australia keen to get stuck into the run chase.

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