4 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

11 h. ago Schmidt keeps faith with winning Wallabies, but with one major gamble

The Wallabies have made just two changes from the team who beat the Lions in Sydney but coach Joe Schmidt has rolled the dice on picking a solitary playmaker to meet the Springboks.

Politics

13 h. ago AFL teams and expert tips for round 23: Dons to unveil 15th debutant; Lion Doedee out injured

All the ins and outs for AFL round 23. Essendon, who confront St Kilda on Friday night, have named a 15th debutant for season 2025.

Sport

14 h. ago Trent Robinson loves Spencer Leniu’s aggression and intensity. But does he go too far?

The Sydney Roosters coach wants the firebrand forward to continue his demolition-derby approach, saying it is “good for our game”.

Politics

14 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

21 h. ago AFLW weekly update round one: Blues, Pies name teams; Coach’s ‘irrelevant’ call

Welcome to our AFLW blog for round one. Throughout the season, follow along for updates from every game, as well as news and analysis across the round.

Sport

38 h. ago As a player, I saw two of my coaches get sacked. This is how the Melbourne players will be feeling

It can’t be compared to any of life’s real tragedies, but I know from experience that there is a grieving process players go through when the axe falls on their coach.

Sport

42 h. ago ‘Enough is enough’: Combative Lyon ends press conference over contract questions

St Kilda coach Ross Lyon cut short his weekly press conference on Wednesday, as the Saints remain in the spotlight over their list management decisions and reports of player unrest.

Politics

52 h. 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

53 h. ago Shane Warne Stand rebuild still on the agenda; MCC members back rules to crack down on card fraud

Under new rules endorsed at the club’s annual general meeting, punishment, including expulsion, will be easier to enforce for people caught misusing their members’ cards.

Events

59 h. ago Melbourne Cricket Club members endorse rules to crack down on card misuse

Under new rules endorsed at the club’s annual general meeting, punishment, including expulsion, will be easier to enforce for people caught misusing their members’ cards.

Politics

63 h. ago ‘Follow him into battle’: The Wallabies enforcer inspiring teammates to fight their corner

Giant lock Will Skelton conspicuously went to war with the Lions in the recent series, and it may have provided the inspiration for the Wallabies to shock in South Africa as well.

Sport

69 h. ago Blues footy boss Lloyd to leave at season’s end but Wright says list bosses will stay

Carlton have made their first big move after backing in coach Michael Voss, choosing to part ways with football boss Brad Lloyd after seven years in the job, prompting new club chief executive Graham Wright to open up on a range of issues.

Politics

69 h. ago Springboks roll out alpha move on Wallabies by naming side three days early

Most coaches jealously guard their Test team until forced to name it, 48 hours before kickoff. Boks coach Rassie Erasmus named his 120 hours out from the game.

Politics

2 d. ago Blues make a move: Footy boss Lloyd to leave at season’s end

Carlton have made their first big move after backing in coach Michael Voss, choosing to part ways with football boss Brad Lloyd after seven years in the job.

Politics

3 d. ago Ben and Dino’s home was ‘pristine’. Then the ceiling tore apart from the wall

The housemates had less than 24 hours to move out after a massive crack emerged in their Marrickville home.

Politics

4 d. ago Second premiership coach withdraws from Demons’ race; Pies re

Adam Simpson has become the second AFL premiership coach to withdraw from the Melbourne coaching race, strengthening Nathan Buckley’s chances of claiming the position.

Politics

4 d. ago Blues target Suns forward; Second premiership coach withdraws from Demons’ race

Carlton have stepped up their pursuit of a Gold Coast forward, while Adam Simpson has become the second AFL premiership coach to withdraw from the Melbourne coaching race.

Events

4 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

4 d. ago Olympic organisers win 2032 trademark battle with local council

The Brisbane 2032 Organising Committee sought to protect a swathe of location-based trademarks, but one local council beat them to the punch.

Politics