40 m. ago Cricket’s soul is on the line, and no amount of money will bring it back

If Australian cricket goes down this path, will the Baggy Green become just another line in a sponsorship portfolio?

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2 h. ago ‘Made money from violence against women’: Women’s groups demand AFL ditch Snoop Dogg at grand final

Groups fighting to end violence against women say the rapper is a “dangerous” choice of headline act for the pre-game entertainment.

Sport

3 h. ago What the RBA governor’s struggle to get a room to focus on rates says about the economy

For three days, two dozen people will debate ways to lift the nation’s living standards as productivity growth remains sluggish. Failure cannot be an option.

Politics

3 h. ago The sad Beckhams split is a reminder to be a cheer squad not a jury

The people your children bring home may seem a bit random, but loving them is an investment in your family.

Politics

4 h. ago Brisbane news live: Queensland flu cases highest of year | Accused wife killer to answer curfew

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

Politics

5 h. ago Man charged after Sydney Airport gun drama rearrested over alleged Central Station assaults

Nicholas Teplin was bailed after a scuffle in which a police firearm was discharged at the airport on Wednesday. Now, he’s behind bars.

Events

5 h. ago They used to be hated. Now, Melbourne is throwing a party for these ‘sky puppies’

Melbourne’s “misunderstood” bats are finally getting the celebration they deserve at a festival centered around a beloved local landmark.

Politics

10 h. ago Young tradies like Dylan and western suburbs professionals have this challenge in common

In a special series on Melbourne’s west, The Age explores how to attract high-skilled jobs, get more youths into work and improve transport links.

Politics

10 h. ago Who will perform at this year’s AFL grand final? Take The Age quiz

How well do you know Melbourne and Victoria? Test your trivia and news knowledge with The Age’s weekly quiz.

Sport

17 h. ago Disappointed Cleary admits learning lesson from Storm defeat

Nathan Cleary reveals how the Penrith Panthers will learn from their mistakes against the Melbourne Storm to improve for the finals.

Events

20 h. ago Essendon champion joins Dees’ coach search; Winmar continues bid to co

An Essendon great will be on the panel charged with finding premiership coach Simon Goodwin’s replacement at Melbourne. Meanwhile, Nicky Winmar is continuing his push to be a co-lead plaintiff in a racism class action.

Sport

20 h. ago Charges laid after north shore teal candidate targeted in Liberal

Tina Brown, along with Philip Ruddock and his wife, has been threatened in a series of anonymous letters authored by a Liberal volunteer.

Events

21 h. ago Australia news as it happened: David Stratton dies; Albanese, Chalmers react to leaked treasury document; Midwife charged with manslaughter following allegedly unsuccessful home birth

Follow live as we bring you the news from Australia and beyond.

Politics

21 h. ago Man charged with rape and murder three decades after woman’s death

A 67-year-old man was arrested in Ararat and appeared before Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on Thursday.

Events

21 h. ago Teachers are the backbone of society. So why do so few people apply?

The growing perception that the status of the teaching profession has declined is not helped by the low bar offered by university entrance requirements.

Society

21 h. ago Australia news LIVE: David Stratton dies; Albanese, Chalmers react to leaked treasury document; Midwife charged with manslaughter following allegedly unsuccessful home birth

Follow live as we bring you the news from Australia and beyond.

Politics

23 h. ago Man charged with rape and murder of Victorian mother killed in 1994

A 67-year-old man has been charged with Samantha Mizzi’s rape and murder, more than 30 years after her death.

Events

23 h. ago Case collapses against retired cop charged over citizen’s arrest

Adam Sontag was charged with assault after attempting to apprehend a teenager he suspected of vandalism. The case against him has collapsed, while fresh footage reveals the same boy bashing another student.

Events

23 h. ago Case collapses against retired officer charged over citizen’s arrest

Adam Sontag was charged with assault after attempting to apprehend a teenager he suspected of vandalism.

Events

25 h. ago A production of Chekhov’s The Cherry Orchard is playing in Melbourne. Well, sort of

Experimental theatre group Pony Cam have taken Chekhov’s final play and put their own spin on it.

Politics