20 h. ago Fremantle’s traffic bridge is closing soon. Here’s what it means for your commute

Fresh from celebrating the end to one of the biggest public transport shutdowns in Perth’s history, the government is readying itself for another major logistical challenge.

Politics

40 h. ago These luxury homes ripped up their tennis courts to make way for ripper gardens

Home owners in some prestigious pockets are ripping out their tennis courts in a move that values preservation over expansion.

Events

52 h. ago Dream of moving to Europe? These women share what life is really like as an expat

From a life of sunny days to minus-18, moving to the other side of the world has more challenges than the weather. But plenty of pluses, too.

Politics

52 h. ago The power of negative thinking: Why ancient stoicism is a popular tool for modern living

Small acts like sleeping without the fan and leaving your phone at home can help us tackle life’s bigger challenges.

Politics

3 d. ago Smartphone detox: I spent five days without my phone and here’s what I learned

The challenge was to complete five common daily tasks without a smartphone. Just how difficult is it?

Technology

3 d. ago Nowhere to train to be forensic psychiatrist after embattled hospital deemed too dangerous

Withdrawing the training posts from the hospital for mentally ill prisoners throws the pathway to become a forensic psychiatrist into disarray.

Science

3 d. ago The luxury Queensland suburbs where house prices doubled in five years

The typical home in some neighbourhoods will set buyers back $3 million, and mansions can cost almost 10 times as much.

Politics

3 d. ago Tame Impala is back with his first new album in five years. So what is it like?

Kevin Parker’s affinity with techno and acid house comes to the fore on Deadbeat, which includes some of his most experimental and challenging tracks yet.

Politics

4 d. ago Gangland boss George Marrogi plotted wild helicopter escape from prison

A foiled plot to use a chopper and luxury yacht to escape from maximum security prison is among a litany of prison violations committed by the crime boss, who wants his conditions eased behind bars.

Events

4 d. ago Sussan Ley champions Liberal history of backing migrants, in challenge to conservatives

In a statement celebrating the 81st anniversary of the party, Ley said the Liberals must seek to win the votes of all “modern Australians”.

Events

5 d. ago Video catches moment truck crashes into notorious Brisbane rail bridge

Cleveland line train services were halted for more than an hour on Wednesday after the truck’s load hit the bridge.

Events

5 d. ago White Lotus without the awful people: the new trend for luxury writers’ retreats

You can find dozens of upmarket “writers’ retreats” online, offering wannabe authors with deep pockets glamorous adventures where writing is just part of what’s on offer.

Events

6 d. ago There’s a rude awakening (and no dining) on board this sleeper train

A ride on the comfortable Sofia-Istanbul Express includes a dramatic border crossing in the middle of the night.

Politics

6 d. ago Grand dame of Brisbane pubs reopens – and it’s all change out back

This bayside classic has been reimagined with a new beer garden and a $2m kitchen featuring a woodfired oven and a Josper rotisserie and grill. Take a look.

Politics

6 d. ago The $50m grand Melbourne home that could soon be knocked down

The residence on one of Melbourne’s most sought-after streets could soon be replaced with a luxury apartment development.

Politics

7 d. ago New poll delivers bleak outlook for ‘terminal’ Battin leadership

Opposition Leader Brad Battin is not facing an imminent leadership challenge, but there is growing momentum to overthrow him.

Politics

7 d. ago Not quite a ghost town: The Australian destination with just four residents

This remote outback town was once home to a thriving population. Now, its ghosts outnumber its residents – until the train pulls in.

Politics

7 d. ago ‘It’s tricky’: Why this jazz legend compares his art to table tennis

Guitarist Bill Frisell is still surprised every time he plays – but keeping that going is a challenge.

Politics

7 d. ago Family beats three doctors to $8.1m luxury Sydney home at auction

The unit owner will be upsizing to a home with low maintenance garden, half a basketball court, infinity swimming pool, and a cinema room.

Economics

9 d. ago It’s a classic, but this lumbering brute of a ballet remains a hard work

This restaging of Kenneth MacMillan’s Manon by The Australian Ballet is big, busy and beautifully drilled, but still presents a challenge.

Politics