2 h. ago How is that an Aussie fair go, for the War Memorial to change the rules at half

I was surprised, and not surprised, that my book had been twice rejected by the Australian War Memorial as winner of the Les Carlyon Literary Award, despite being nominated by independent judges.

Events

7 h. ago From underwear to the runway: How Calvin Klein is back on top

A celebration of the brand’s heritage brought the A-list back to the front row in New York.

Politics

13 h. ago Brisbane vs Gold Coast AFL LIVE: Kings of the jungle rule as Lions dominate QClash final, set up Collingwood blockbuster

It’s the 30th and most important contest between the Lions and the Suns - the winner earning the right to take on the mighty Magpies in an MCG preliminary final. Follow along for all the action.

Sport

15 h. ago Brisbane vs Gold Coast AFL LIVE: Finals QClash lives up to the hype: Lions roar to life over bitter rivals

It’s the 30th and most important contest between the Lions and the Suns - the winner earning the right to take on the mighty Magpies in an MCG preliminary final. Follow along for all the action.

Sport

17 h. ago NRL 2025 LIVE updates: Sharks and Roosters prepare for elimination final in the Shire

The Sharks host the Roosters for Saturday’s second elimination final, after the Panthers set up a semi-final clash with victory in Auckland. Follow all the action.

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19 h. ago NRL 2025 LIVE updates: Panthers find their rhythm through Papali’i as reigning premiers take the lead

The Warriors host the Panthers in the first of this weekend’s elimination finals, before the Sharks go head-to-head with the Roosters. Follow all the action.

Politics

20 h. ago NRL 2025 LIVE updates: Panthers and Warriors clash in elimination final

The Warriors host the Panthers in the first of this weekend’s elimination finals, before the Sharks go head-to-head with the Roosters. Follow all the action.

Events

36 h. ago Converted hydro plant on Tasmanian lake continues to pump up the luxury

Pumphouse Point opened in 2015 to acclaim and awards, offering stunning accommodation in World Heritage-listed wilderness at the southern end of the Overland Track.

Politics

42 h. ago Australian War Memorial changes book prize rules to reject Ben Roberts

When the judges announced acclaimed journalist Chris Masters as the winner, it proved a step too far for the institution.

Events

47 h. ago Forget big nominees like Cate Blanchett, Australia has already won at the Emmys

The Australian and American versions of Love on the Spectrum have now won eight Creative Arts and International Emmys in three years.

Politics

47 h. ago Full list of nominees and winners at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards 2025

Severance, The Penguin, The Studio and The White Lotus swept this year’s nominations, with almost 100 nods between them.

Politics

48 h. ago Oscar buzz for Russell Crowe and other Toronto Film Festival highlights

From a gripping bus thriller to a tense recreation of the Nuremberg trials: the Toronto International Film Festival just started the run to awards season.

Culture

48 h. ago The Queensland school with the best (and healthiest) tuckshop meals

From hiding vegetables to playing with them, the state’s 2025 tuckshop recipe awards have produced a colourful line-up – and creative winner.

Politics

65 h. ago The stat you’ve never heard of: The secret herbs and spices behind Collingwood’s success?

This is the little-known performance measure that could brighten the smile of Collingwood fans as the Magpies chase a second flag in three seasons.

Politics

65 h. ago Panthers seek answers after To’o makes lewd public remarks about teammates’ partners

Penrith management have asked their star winger to explain comments on the club’s Instagram posts during the Panthers’ awards night.

Politics

67 h. ago Joey’s SECRET discussions confirm Turbo’s potential move: Immortal Behaviour Ep25

On another edition of Immortal Behaviour, Andrew Johns reveals the secret discussions he has had with Super League clubs over Tom Trbojevic’s potential move away from the NRL. The Eighth Immortal names who he thinks should play centre for Australia in the Ashes. Plus, a full deep dive preview of every Finals game of Week 1 of the 2025 NRL Finals.

Politics

2 d. ago ‘I told you so’ moment for Albo as $1b computer bet pays off

The very notion of the Albanese and Queensland governments being ahead of Nvidia or Macquarie at picking an IT winner feels both bizarre and a fluke.

Economics

3 d. ago Future of $86 million WA election contract up for discussion after October

WA’s elections boss will sit down with the recruitment agency tasked with hiring workers for the trouble-plagued 2025 poll after the local government elections in October.

Politics

4 d. ago Rugby league ditches rock ‘n’ roll for soul with grand final entertainment

American soul and country singer Teddy Swims will perform at the 2025 NRL and NRLW grand finals.

Sport

4 d. ago From Jimmy Barnes to Jimmy Barnes? The best and worst of the NRL grand final entertainment

American soul and country singer Teddy Swims will perform at the 2025 NRL and NRLW grand finals.

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