60 m. ago ASX slides lower, Fed holds; ANZ posts $3.6b profit, Transurban to cut 300 jobs

The bourse opened slightly down, as US stocks are drifting in mixed trading after the Federal Reserve left its main interest alone, as was widely expected, but also warned about rising risks for the US economy.

Economics

2 h. ago WA news LIVE: Elderly pedestrian killed in Canning Vale crash

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Events

2 h. ago WA news LIVE: All eyes on the hills as Bullwinkel goes down to the wire

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Politics

2 h. ago The titan and the terrier: How Roger Cook outfoxed the brains behind a ‘commercial colossus’

Make no mistake, WA’s Premier gave a firm middle finger to National Rugby League bosses when he waited until they had settled into their flight to WA to announce the Perth Bears NRL deal.

Society

3 h. ago ASX set to edge up, Fed keeps rates on hold; ANZ posts $3.6b profit, Transurban to cut 300 jobs

US stocks are drifting in mixed trading after the Federal Reserve left its main interest alone, as was widely expected, but also warned about rising risks for the US economy.

Economics

3 h. ago Tan, fight, write: Nick Offerman and Megan Mullally’s guide to staying married

The Emmy Award-winning actors and real-life partners will touch down in Australia as part of Vivid Sydney, once Nick’s spray tan settles in.

Politics

5 h. ago Federal election results 2025 LIVE updates: Liberal elders back Ley for leader as Dutton stays silent; Major blow to Greens as leader Bandt set to lose Melbourne; Tight race in key seats

Follow live as we bring you all the news from the election aftermath and vote counting around Australia.

Politics

5 h. ago ASX set to edge up, Wall Street choppy as Fed keeps rates on hold

US stocks are drifting in mixed trading after the Federal Reserve left its main interest alone, as was widely expected, but also warned about rising risks for the US economy.

Politics

6 h. ago ‘It’s an honour’: Inside The Pitt with Australian actor Shabana Azeez

This Adelaide actor didn’t get into drama school. Now she’s on one of TV’s best shows, shadowing ER legend Noah Wyle. Here’s a look behind the scenes.

Politics

6 h. ago ‘They’re fakes’: Maison de Sabre founder condemns dupes as Sportsgirl pulls items

Just as there are Ferraris and there are Hondas, the Australian-based luxury accessories brand has said Australians shouldn’t accept dupe products.

Politics

6 h. ago ASX set to slip, Wall Street choppy as Fed keeps rates on hold

US stocks are drifting in mixed trading after the Federal Reserve left its main interest alone, as was widely expected, but also warned about rising risks for the US economy.

Politics

6 h. ago First conclave vote to elect new pope fails as black smoke emerges

More than 45,000 people gathered in St Peter’s Square to witness the time-honoured tradition which signified that no candidate had garnered the two-thirds majority needed to become the new pope.

Events

6 h. ago They wreaked havoc in Queensland. Now they’re bringing new life elsewhere

One of Australia’s greatest spectacles is playing out far from its big cities.

Politics

6 h. ago Basketball Australia to investigate conflict of interest claims in billionaires’ stoush

The governing body has been asked by the sport’s international federation to investigate claims of conflicts of interest made about NBL supremo Larry Kestelman.

Events

11 h. ago Nagi Maehashi, John Farnham and Richard Scolyer win at book awards

A week after a row over recipes, Nagi Maehashi’s Tonight beats Bake with Brooki at the Australian Book Industry Awards.

Events

16 h. ago Marnus firms for opening role as Australian squad for Test final takes shape

Marnus Labuschagne is favoured to join Usman Khawaja at the top of the order and tip out Sam Konstas when Australia faces South Africa to bid for back-to-back World Test Championship titles at Lord’s next month

Politics

16 h. ago Marnus firms to pip Konstas for opening role as Australian squad for Test final takes shape

Marnus Labuschagne is favoured to join Usman Khawaja at the top of the order and tip out Sam Konstas when Australia faces South Africa to bid for back-to-back World Test Championship titles at Lord’s next month.

Politics

16 h. ago Players union says Netball Australia bullying investigation wasn’t up to scratch

Former Firebirds player Remi Kamo has criticised an independent investigation that found her bullying allegations were not substantiated, but the governing body says the case is closed.

Events

17 h. ago Federal election results 2025 as it happened: Greens leader Bandt set to lose Melbourne; Dutton silent on Liberal leadership future; Kooyong race tightens

Follow live as we bring you all the updates on the election aftermath and vote counting around the nation.

Politics

17 h. ago Victoria hot seats LIVE results: Ryan’s lead over Hamer in Kooyong doubles overnight; Bandt on track to lose Melbourne seat; Wilson says Goldstein win proves teals ‘not an unstoppable force’

Follow all the results from the crunch Victorian seats that could decide the election.

Politics