6 h. ago Phil Gould has slammed the NRL salary cap for decades. Now he can finally change it

The NRL’s decision to invite the Canterbury boss to help overhaul the salary cap is significant because few people in the history of the game have been more critical of it.

Politics

10 h. ago ‘I don’t lose sleep about it’: Tana Umaga on two decades of O’Driscoll controversy

Former All Blacks captain became public enemy No.1 for Lions fans in 2005 after an infamous spear tackle that ended Brian O’Driscoll’s tour. Twenty years on, he’s set to coach against them.

Politics

30 h. ago Albanese’s class of 2025 tightens prime minister’s grip on Labor Party

Labor’s thumping election win delivers a boost for the PM in his party room, but the political certainties of decades past look to be over.

Politics

45 h. ago Qantas’ new route to Pacific paradise a winner (but Jetstar pulls out)

Despite the four-hour time lag, with a restful sleep on this overnight flight you can hit the beach running.

Politics

67 h. ago ‘A lot at stake’: Tesla launches its driverless robotaxis on the streets of Austin

Tesla launched its long-awaited robotaxi service following almost a decade of hype from Elon Musk, kicking off a precarious new era for the carmaker.

Economics

69 h. ago Too little sleep is bad for your health, but too much could be worse

Do you regularly enjoy more than nine hours’ kip a night? A new study reveals you could be doing yourself more harm than good.

Politics

3 d. ago Burst of springlike weather forecast after parts of NSW colder than Antarctica

A little winter warmth is coming our way after the solstice saw some of the iciest mornings in decades.

Politics

3 d. ago Cattle, cars and missing gold bars: How a life of luxury collapsed into bankruptcy

Craig Astill enjoyed all the trappings of success built over decades. Now the Melbourne-based investor faces serious questions over debts of more than $10 million and alleged misconduct.

Events

5 d. ago Geelong vs Brisbane AFL LIVE: ‘Whiteout’ hits Geelong to honour Dangerfield’s 350th as Lions lose Gardiner in late change

Geelong and Brisbane face off at GMHBA Stadium in Geelong. Follow along live for all the major moments and post game reactions.

Events

6 d. ago Nintendo pulls off an incredible expansion with open world Mario Kart

The first new entry in more than a decade, Mario Kart World delivers fresh and delightful road tripping, ideal for family game nights and weekend hangouts.

Politics

6 d. ago Heidelberg West rallies against council plan to close its run

The disadvantaged community of Heidelberg West faces the imminent closure of its public swimming pool, which has been left to deteriorate for decades.

Politics

6 d. ago Iran ruler’s iron grip has lasted almost four decades. Who is the man Israel wants to kill?

Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is deeply sceptical of the West, but is willing to bend when the survival of the Islamic republic is at stake.

Politics

6 d. ago An extraordinary shift in Israeli aggression, and the total redrawing of power in the Middle East

For nearly two decades, Israel avoided all-out war with its biggest enemies. Its broad assault on Iran highlights a shift in strategy.

Politics

6 d. ago How Israel completely transformed the balance of power in the Middle East

For nearly two decades, Israel avoided all-out war with its biggest enemies. Its broad assault on Iran highlights a shift in strategy.

Politics

7 d. ago Ousted CFMEU leaders lose High Court challenge to take back union

The High Court threw out the case on Wednesday in a unanimous decision after former union members attempted to wrest back control.

Politics

8 d. ago Childcare centres for children with autism to close within weeks

Critical Queensland child care centres that have provided specialist support to kids living with severe autism for two decades will close within weeks.

Politics

8 d. ago This council overcharged up to $12m in parking fines for a decade. Here’s how to get your money back

Merri-bek City Council will launch the refund scheme for 11 different types of parking fines after an administrative error resulted in motorists paying at least $40 more than permitted.

Economics

8 d. ago No motive, just panic: Defence team contends mushroom cook Erin Patterson was content, not a killer

Inside courtroom four in Morwell, Patterson, on trial for murder, listened intently as her defence barrister, his voice straining, began to lay bare what she stands to lose. Follow our live updates.

Events

8 d. ago Melbourne council to repay millions in overcharged parking fines

A Melbourne council has confessed to overcharging drivers with parking fines for more than a decade.

Economics

8 d. ago Council overcharged up to $12.4m in parking fines for a decade. Here’s how to get your money back

Merri-bek City Council will launch the refund scheme for 11 different types of parking fines after an administrative error resulted in motorists paying at least $40 more than permitted.

Economics