9 h. ago I’m 86 – this bill to restrict voluntary assisted dying is cruel and callous

Susan Carter’s bill to allow NSW aged care providers to restrict or deny access to voluntary assisted dying is discrimination at its very worst.

Politics

15 h. ago Worker dies after rescue from partially collapsed medieval tower in Rome

Rescuers had faced a complex task as they tried to use a first-floor window to get near the trapped worker.

Events

16 h. ago Diane Ladd, triple Oscar nominee and mother of Laura Dern, dies at 89

The actress starred in a number of films with her daughter, and both were nominated for Oscars for one of them, Rambling Rose.

Politics

17 h. ago ‘Do you want to die?’ Knifeman asked victim as he stabbed him six times

Stephen Crean confronted a “pretty angry” knife-wielding assailant on a British high-speed train with nothing but his fists.

Events

17 h. ago ‘Do you want to die?’ Victim reveals what knifeman asked while stabbing him six times

Stephen Crean confronted a knife-wielding assailant on a British high-speed train with nothing but his fists.

Events

46 h. ago ‘True gentleman’: Panthers pay tribute to club icon John Farragher

The former front-rower, who suffered a life-changing spinal injury playing for Penrith in 1978, has died aged 68.

Politics

48 h. ago ‘Cruel beyond belief’: The legislative push upsetting expert doctor

A dozen NSW upper house MPs are behind a move to change voluntary assisted dying laws. They face a High Court challenge if they proceed.

Politics

2 d. ago My friend may have died, but I only have to remember her and she is there

All Souls’ Day is a time to remember those who have gone. When I hear a few bars of Beethoven, my friend is with me.

Politics

2 d. ago ‘You’re going to die like a yellow rat!’: The moment war hero Weary Dunlop snapped

As a dreaded disease swept through the prison camp, surgeon Weary Dunlop battled to save the life of a newly married, 22-year-old sailor.

Events

3 d. ago Ann Cleeves: My husband died eight years ago, but he left me a special gift

The bestselling author of the Vera Stanhope novels says she started writing after she fell pregnant, but it took 20 years for commercial success to come.

Politics

3 d. ago Fancy a brain boost? A dietitian recommends this popular sushi ingredient

Chef Vincent Lim shares his day on a plate.

Politics

4 d. ago Australia vs India T20 LIVE: ‘The Bison’ tees off as Australia make their charge against India after MCG goes silent for Ben

Australia and India will face off in front of 90,000 fans in a T20 clash at the MCG following a tragic week in cricket. Follow along for the pregame tribute to Ben Austin who died this week in a training incident, live updates and analysis.

Politics

4 d. ago Australia vs India T20 LIVE: Inglis takes a stunning catch to leave India reeling against Australia after MCG goes silent for Ben Austin

Australia and India will face off in front of 90,000 fans in a T20 clash at the MCG following a tragic week in cricket. Follow along for the pregame tribute to Ben Austin who died this week in a training incident, live updates and analysis.

Politics

4 d. ago Australia vs India T20 LIVE: India rocked early after Hazlewood’s stunning start; MCG goes silent for Ben Austin

Australia and India will face off in front of 90,000 fans in a T20 clash at the MCG following a tragic week in cricket. Follow along for the pregame tribute to Ben Austin who died this week in a training incident, live updates and analysis.

Politics

4 d. ago Community mourns woman killed by lightning strike on Sunshine Coast

Finley Bone, 21, was struck by lightning and died while at the Cooroy Sporting Complex.

Events

4 d. ago Australia vs India T20 LIVE: World’s best Twenty20 sides go head

Australia and India will face off in front of 90,000 fans in a T20 clash at the MCG following a tragic week in cricket. Follow along for the pregame tribute to Ben Austin who died this week in a training incident, live updates and analysis.

Politics

4 d. ago A video sent by Bellizzi Studios to people who enter their social media competitions

In a video sent to competition entrants the company highlights the story of a woman whose dog has died.

Technology

4 d. ago Plans to honour the life of a young cricketer who died in training mishap

There are plans to honour the life of Ben Austin at today's T20 match between Australia and India at the MCG.

Politics

5 d. ago Family 'shocked and saddened' by death of cruise ship passenger on Lizard Island

The family of a woman who was left behind on a Great Barrier Reef island and died - has spoken about the lack of care and common sense surrounding the solo traveller's death.

Events

5 d. ago ‘Here we go, lads’: The radiant life and tragic death of a beloved Gully boy

Those who knew and loved him best are struggling to piece together those final, tragic moments: the casual banter and practice – then the ball that changed everything.

Events