17 h. ago The jungle kings are shaken but still standing. The Pies will find them hard to bring down

The injury-hit Lions may not be in full health, but their game remains strong enough to worry Collingwood coach Craig McRae heading into another blockbuster MCG final between two of the competition’s powerhouses.

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18 h. ago Hoop dreams: Kingsley Just achieves a record for the most aerial hoop somersaults in one minute

Kingsley Just earns a listing in the new Guinness Book of Records for the most aerial hoop somersaults in one minute (male) with 57 somersaults. Achieved in June 2024 at Circus Nexus in Preston, Melbourne.

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19 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

21 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

29 h. ago How much you’ll pay for a trip from Sydney Airport to the city revealed

Travellers will be greeted with a flat fare from Kingsford-Smith International Airport to the CBD, joining cities such as New York and Paris, in a bid to stamp out rip-offs.

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36 h. ago The Dimma Effect: The Hardwick spray that inspired the Suns to seize their moment

Through their 15-year existence, the Gold Coast Suns had become a byword for mediocrity – but Damien Hardwick stands to be a transformative figure for the expansion club.

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37 h. ago Jury taken behind the scenes of famed outback pub in trial of former manager

The trial has heard allegations of drug-taking, forged payslips and sexualised banter as the Roebuck Bay Hotel’s former manager stands accused of rape and indecent assault.

Politics

48 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

68 h. ago Scott sorry for outburst at AFL employee, Smith apologises to photographer

Bailey Smith sent a text message saying sorry to a News Corp photographer after he verbally abused her at an open training session, while Chris Scott has also been forced in an apology.

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2 d. ago Smith apologises to photographer; Former umpire in court over Brownlow betting probe

Bailey Smith sent a text message apologising to News Corp photographer after he verbally abused her at an open training session on Wednesday. Meanwhile, former AFL umpire Michael Pell has faced court.

Events

3 d. ago Liberals scramble to reorganise state council as director resigns over disparaging remarks

Stuart Smith apologised for his comments, which mocked women and a Liberal colleague, and said he was resigning for the good of the party.

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3 d. ago Smith apologises to photographer; Bombers players will have major say on Merrett captaincy; Former umpire appears in court

Essendon chief Craig Vozzo has refused to guarantee Zach Merrett will remain as captain if he stays at the club, Jeremy Howe has a positive update for Pies fans, and former AFL umpire Michael Pell has faced court.

Events

3 d. ago Block Everything: France faces a financial crisis as it descends into chaos

Emmanuel Macron just appointed his fifth prime minister in two years to end a standoff in parliament that could worsen the country’s unsustainable finances.

Events

3 d. ago The only person who crossed the line at Geelong on Wednesday was Bailey Smith

It’s difficult to know why Smith chose to act as he did, but no defence is reasonable. Poor behaviour is poor behaviour. It’s not cool. He needs to keep working on being better.

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3 d. ago Liberal Party state director resigns after texts mocking women and MP

Stuart Smith apologised for his disparaging comments, saying he was resigning for the good of the party.

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3 d. ago In a city of many great restaurants, I had the most memorable meal of my life

In New Orleans, excellent meals are many – but an evening at one restaurant stands out.

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3 d. ago Cramped, chaotic: One of the world’s busiest airports can only get better

It might be one of the top 10 busiest airports in the world, but the facilities here are well short of international standards. Thankfully, upgrades are coming.

Transport

4 d. ago Photographer speaks after verbal abuse from Bailey Smith at Cats training

As Smith walked around the boundary, he took exception to the photographer who was standing in the stands and then doubled back to deliver another spray, asking her to delete the photos.

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4 d. ago Our future prosperity is bright. We’ve hidden an ace up our sleeve

Doomster economists predicting that our standard of living won’t improve much for decades are overlooking Australia’s superpower.

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5 d. ago How Mick Herron fell in love with Jackson Lamb and the Slow Horses

Mick Herron wanted to write a standalone novel. Then he found he had too much fun with the world and characters he had created.

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