11 h. ago $27m war chest: The independents who raised the most money at the election

Candidates with the biggest financial war chests failed to get elected at the May election, as Climate 200 and individual donors poured a record $27 million into community independent campaigns.

Politics

13 h. ago ‘Cockroach’ warning by America’s top banker sparks fears about the financial system

A recent spate of corporate failures has raised concerns of a financial bubble created by non-bank lenders.

Events

28 h. ago Inside the allegedly toxic rescue service, masked by a ‘god amongst men’ reputation

Staff at Westpac Rescue have allegedly been left broken amid claims of sexual harassment, bullying and victimisation within the iconic organisation.

Politics

32 h. ago Move over Hollywood’s Walk of Fame: Tribute to Sydney’s storytellers gets new chapter

Sydney’s Writers’ Walk is to be extended, and a founder says the door could be left open to celebrate songwriters, as well as playwrights and authors.

Politics

35 h. ago ‘Don’t kiss the Muppets’: Life lessons from Broadway great Bernadette Peters

Peters performs the work of Stephen Sondheim and other classic show tunes in her one-off performance during Brisbane’s queer culture festival, Melt.

Politics

35 h. ago What do Americans really think about Australia? What I found raises a big problem

If you ask Australians, they don’t trust Trump’s America, but believe they need an alliance with it more than ever. Which raises bigger, more unsettling questions.

Politics

44 h. ago Joanna Lumley: My son was born from an affair. His father and I have remained close

The Absolutely Fabulous star also shares her views on King Charles, Barry Humphries, and her secret to everlasting love.

Politics

3 d. ago Even surrounded by an orchestra, Lime Cordiale’s charisma shines through

The collaboration was unexpected but hearing a new take on the band’s beloved songs was an illuminating experience.

Politics

4 d. ago Mum who faked son's cancer diagnosis admits to $11k deception

A mother who faked her six-year-old son's cancer diagnosis has pleaded guilty to charges linked to the deception.

Science

4 d. ago Trump says he is considering strikes on Venezuela, raising pressure on Maduro

After a series of US strikes on alleged drug consignments at sea, there are reports the CIA has been authorised to carry out covert operations inside Venezuela.

Politics

4 d. ago Neighbours heard screams before mum, son and friend died in Gladstone house fire

Jordana Johnson and her son Jordan Norris, along with his friend Chazz Mather, are believed to be the victims of the blaze. 

Events

5 d. ago ‘It’s a restraint of trade’: Lawyer raises concerns about NRL’s 10

League bosses have vowed to impose heavy sanctions on players and agents who hold talks with the breakaway rugby competition R360. But that may not be the end of the story.

Society

5 d. ago Facing other parents’ judgment, I put my baby into childcare at four months

Where most parents take a year out with their babies, our son began childcare early because, as the old saying goes, it takes a village.

Society

5 d. ago Australia’s biggest banker is staying put – but how long is too long?

Commonwealth Bank’s chairman has raised the spectre of Matt Comyn’s rule at the largest bank in the country coming to an end. But he’s not going anywhere until at least 2028.

Politics

5 d. ago Sydney gay club forced to change name after community backlash

A club to be named after Chappell Roan’s song Pink Pony Club has faced fierce criticism over its co-opting of the lesbian anthem.

Politics

5 d. ago ‘Chilling effect’: Concerns raised over Racing NSW conduct at Rosehill inquiry

The state’s privileges committee has raised “serious concerns” about the organisation’s conduct but found insufficient proof that it interfered with witnesses. 

Politics

6 d. ago Released hostage, Bar Kupershtein, reunited with his family in Israel

Bar Kupershtein is finally reunited with his family in Israel, including his wheelchair-bound father whose only wish was to stand to embrace his son.

Politics

6 d. ago Hottest 100 of Australian Songs helps Triple J to its best ratings in two years

The youth radio station has posted its best result since 2023, thanks to the Hottest 100 of Australian Songs countdown.

Politics

7 d. ago Mother of accused killer forced to give evidence against her own son

Belinda Torney told a court her son punched his neighbour, Cobram woman Emma Bates, in the head three times before she was found dead at home.

Events

7 d. ago Red flags and red herrings: This revenge dramedy will leave you guessing

Playful and unpredictable, this five-part British series raises many good questions about how we view victims of deceit.

Politics