18 h. ago ‘Just wrong’: State government seeks to draft public servants into WFH campaign

Public law expert William Partlett likens the Allan government’s latest WFH ploy to the behaviour of a party cartel.

Politics

28 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

32 h. ago A teacher, schemer, dreamer but Des Hasler definitely isn’t paranoid

The Gold Coast mentor has surfed every cultural wave in his 20 years as a coach. And despite a disappointing season, he’ll be back at the helm for the Titans in 2026.

Society

43 h. ago More Hamas officials welcome Albanese’s recognition move, as PM warns against propaganda

Opposition Leader Sussan Ley said the Albanese government had “got it wrong” when it announced a plan to recognise a Palestinian state on Monday.

Events

43 h. ago Opposition, former LNP premier raise questions over top doc hiring

Campbell Newman and Labor don’t often see eye-to-eye. But both want answers over the chief health officer recruitment process after revelations about political signage at the first pick’s home.

Politics

46 h. ago Babies, bombs and world titles: Inside Australia’s greatest day at Teahupo’o

Eighteen-month-old Zen Robinson jumped in the water as 10-foot bombs hit the reef nearby, while Molly Picklum went whale-watching with her greatest rival, then dominated one of the world’s heaviest waves.

Events

48 h. ago ‘The dream comes alive’: Australian Picklum closes in on world title with Teahupo’o title

Molly Picklum will go into the World Surf League Finals later this month seeded No.1 and strongly fancied to lift the world championship after victory in the Tahiti Pro.

Politics

61 h. ago ‘Ridiculous regulation’: Labor makes housing central to economic summit

As new data reveals homeownership becoming a more distant dream, slashing housing red tape is firming as an area in which new policies will follow Labor’s economic roundtable.

Politics

3 d. ago Outbid by Russell Crowe 20 years ago, a hotel mogul is again interested in the Rabbitohs

Russell Crowe thwarted his dream of buying the Rabbitohs two decades ago, but Jerry Schwartz could be keen for another crack if the Oscar winner wants to sell.

Politics

3 d. ago Sydney Uni student allegedly raped by young man after college party

A court heard the 18-year-old complainant was so drunk she could “hardly stand up” before the alleged attack – and that it was filmed.

Society

3 d. ago Albanese is crying poor, but we’re losing billions a year from untaxed gas

In Norway, they tax their oil and gas industry heavily and give their kids free higher education. Here, we do the opposite.

Economics

3 d. ago Sydney University student allegedly raped after St Paul’s College party

A court heard the 18-year-old complainant had no recollection of the incident until she later found footage of it.

Society

4 d. ago Australia news LIVE: Netanyahu ‘in denial’ of Gaza suffering, says Albanese; Ley ‘never’ would have moved to recognise Palestine

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Politics

4 d. ago Australia news as it happened: Albanese announces plan to recognise Palestinian state; Jewish, Palestinian groups, opposition, Netanyahu slam Australia

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced that Australia intends to recognise Palestinian statehood.

Politics

4 d. ago Recognising Palestine is a distraction. We need sanctions to stop Israel killing my people

While I watch my homeland be exterminated, recognition is as hollow as the condemnations Western leaders have offered as Israel’s crimes escalate.

Politics

4 d. ago Recognising Palestine is a distraction. We need sanctions to stop my people being killed

While I watch my homeland be exterminated, recognition is as hollow as the condemnations Western leaders have offered as Israel’s crimes escalate.

Events

4 d. ago Australia news LIVE: Albanese announces plan to recognise Palestinian state; Jewish, Palestinian groups, Opposition, Netanyahu slam Australia

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Politics

4 d. ago ‘On board with Coalition or quit’: Speakman fires warning to colleagues

NSW Liberal Leader Mark Speakman has taken a stand against his detractors, insisting he will remain leader and defining the party as proudly YIMBY.

Events

4 d. ago Australia news LIVE: Albanese announces plan for recognition of Palestinian state; Jewish, Palestinian groups, Opposition all react, saying they’re unimpressed; Netanyahu slams Australia

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

Politics

5 d. ago Caslick’s World Cup dream dashed as star convert ruled out with injury

After pausing her star sevens career to have a crack at making the 15-a-side World Cup, Charlotte Caslick has been cruelly denied by an ankle injury.

Events