5 h. ago Federal Reserve cuts US interest rates in another divided vote

The central bank reduced its key interest rate for the third time in a row but signalled that it may leave rates unchanged in the coming months, a move that could attract ire from President Donald Trump.

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6 h. ago First Look: Cleo is Melbourne’s new summer hotspot replacing rooftop bar Mid Air

The fresh concept on the 12th floor of Russell Street hotel Hyde Melbourne Place boasts a Med-leaning menu led by a former Cutler and Society chef.

Politics

6 h. ago Honest Gareth: the politician who admits he wasn’t up to the job

Gareth Graham, a retired paramedic team manager from Ambulance Victoria, has quit his job as Alpine Shire mayor 10 days after he was elected.

Politics

13 h. ago Queensland’s top cop taken to industrial referee over new senior job

A police union has lodged a complaint against Steve Gollschewski, claiming it was not properly consulted over a new senior job in his office.

Politics

16 h. ago ‘Just leave it alone’: Nossal calls for VicHealth to be spared from government cuts

One of Australia’s greatest scientists has called the decision to abolish the health promotion agency “a misguided cost-saving measure”.

Politics

16 h. ago Wells’ Kirribilli comeback mixes social media crusade with crisis management

Hiding under the Doona was not an option for Anika Wells today. So she showed up. Did her job. Powered on. Answered questions. Apologies were not on the agenda.

Events

68 h. ago From Tim Tam to Four’N Twenty: Aussie icons enjoy government sweeteners

The federal government’s $15 billion National Reconstruction Fund is typically associated with funding cutting-edge local ventures, so why is it tipping money into biscuits and pies?

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3 d. ago What Jofra Archer said to Steve Smith that prompted cutting one

Jofra Archer saved his quickest spell of the series when it mattered least in Australia’s meagre run chase of 65 but escalated his rivalry with Steve Smith.

Politics

3 d. ago Could this town solve Sydney’s waste problem? Locals don’t think so

A plan to generate electricity by burning 600,000 tonnes of Sydney’s waste near a western NSW town has locals worried about their health and livelihoods.

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4 d. ago The $265 million commute: How urban sprawl is costing Melbourne

Outer-suburban residents generate 14 times more carbon emissions to get around than those in the inner city, according to research that shows better transport links between housing and jobs would cut emissions by 80 per cent.

Economics

4 d. ago 2025 Australian Open golf LIVE: Smith drops to second after late bogey as Scott, Lee fire late

Rory McIlroy grabbed three birdies in his last four holes to make the cut at the Australian Open on Friday, while Portugal’s Daniel Rodrigues and Denmark’s Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen set the pace at Royal Melbourne. Follow our LIVE coverage.

Events

4 d. ago 2025 Australian Open golf LIVE: Smith sinks massive eagle to take lead as McIlroy plots final round comeback

Rory McIlroy grabbed three birdies in his last four holes to make the cut at the Australian Open on Friday, while Portugal’s Daniel Rodrigues and Denmark’s Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen set the pace at Royal Melbourne. Follow our LIVE coverage.

Sport

4 d. ago 2025 Australian Open golf LIVE: McIlroy prays rain will stop, can see low score on final day as Smith, Herbert fire

Rory McIlroy grabbed three birdies in his last four holes to make the cut at the Australian Open on Friday, while Portugal’s Daniel Rodrigues and Denmark’s Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen set the pace at Royal Melbourne. Follow our LIVE coverage.

Sport

4 d. ago 2025 Australian Open golf LIVE: The banana peel that caused a McIlroy double bogey; Aussie Lee struggling

Rory McIlroy grabbed three birdies in his last four holes to make the cut at the Australian Open on Friday, while Portugal’s Daniel Rodrigues and Denmark’s Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen set the pace at Royal Melbourne. Follow our LIVE coverage.

Politics

4 d. ago 2025 Australian Open golf LIVE: The discarded banana peel that caused a Rory McIlroy double bogey

Rory McIlroy grabbed three birdies in his last four holes to make the cut at the Australian Open on Friday, while Portugal’s Daniel Rodrigues and Denmark’s Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen set the pace at Royal Melbourne. Follow our LIVE coverage.

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4 d. ago 2025 Australian Open golf LIVE: Drizzle and cooler temperatures for ‘moving day’ at Royal Melbourne

Rory McIlroy grabbed three birdies in his last four holes to make the cut at the Australian Open on Friday, while Portugal’s Daniel Rodrigues and Denmark’s Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen set the pace at Royal Melbourne. Follow our LIVE coverage.

Politics

5 d. ago This simple urine test could change the lives of thousands of women like Marnie

The diagnosis time for endometriosis, one of the most common diseases among women, could be cut from years to weeks with a revolutionary new test.

Politics

5 d. ago Emma Lovell murder case heads to High Court after teen killer’s sentence cut

Queensland’s attorney-general sought to overturn the decision to cut the killer’s 14-year sentence, which will now be reconsidered.

Events

5 d. ago ‘I can’t remember the last time I had one’: McIlroy shows he is human with swing and miss

The Northern Irish star had an air swing on the par-five 14th at Royal Melbourne and made bogey, sending waves of fear around the course that he could miss the cut.

Events

5 d. ago Five ways to cut back on your drinking (without even trying)

The festive season can be a “perfect storm” for overdoing it on booze. Here’s how to stay on track while still enjoying a drink.

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