3 h. ago Think you know First Nations music? This block party will blow your mind

Expect the unexpected when dozens of musicians and DJs take to stages across three Melbourne venues for the Uncle Archie Roach Block Party.

Politics

3 h. ago ‘Audacious, enthralling’: The Age Book of the Year shortlists announced

From a suburban Melbourne home to the rocky surface of the moon, these are the books vying for The Age Book of the Year.

Politics

13 h. ago An extra year under Schmidt is gold for the Wallabies. But will Kiss be ready for the World Cup?

The Wallabies have unveiled an unusual coaching handover that will extend Joe Schmidt’s tenure, but give Les Kiss just 14 months before a home Rugby World Cup.

Politics

13 h. ago ‘It’s certainly a blow’: Irvine injury rocks Socceroos’ World Cup qualifying hopes

First-choice players have been dropping like flies since Tony Popovic took on the top job last September. Star midfielder Jackson Irvine is the latest.

Events

27 h. ago Perth family’s house plans dealt double blow as builder goes bust – twice

A family’s dream of building their perfect home has been shattered – twice. But they are far from alone in WA’s increasingly perilous housing market.

Society

35 h. ago Darren Weir used to dominate Warrnambool. On Tuesday, he was in court

Former Melbourne Cup-winning trainer Darren Weir has argued to backdate his bans in the Supreme Court.

Events

38 h. ago Desperate Dutton turns to scare tactics in his own electorate

The opposition leader hopes to frighten and divide the community, writes David Grogan.

Politics

38 h. ago After struggling in stakes company, Island Dec chasing return to winner’s stall

Co-trainer Robert and Luke Price hope the 1100m race at Canterbury proves the perfect target.

Politics

51 h. ago Victoria’s hot seats LIVE updates: Turf war for signage space in Wills starts at 5am after blow up outside pre

We are now in the final week of the 2025 federal election campaign. Join our senior reporters on the road in key seats in Melbourne.

Events

68 h. ago Not so pitch perfect: Young voice concerns (and it’s not just the cost of living)

We spoke to 20 voters aged 25 and under about what they think of this election, the big issues and their hopes for the future.

Politics

2 d. ago Man charged with eight counts of murder after car ploughs into crowd in Vancouver

Eleven people died - the youngest aged only 11 - in an incident that has rocked Canada just as voters head to the polls to choose their next government.

Events

3 d. ago What do you do when your band is invited to open for Oasis? Grab a pint, of course

Brisbane indie-rock band Ball Park Music has been around for nearly two decades. But now, with an ARIA No. 1 and a tour with Oasis looming, they’ve never felt stronger.

Politics

3 d. ago Virginia Giuffre’s suicide draws line under Prince Andrew’s hopes of redemption

The death of Virginia Giuffre brings to a tragic close the most unedifying and damaging royal scandal in living memory.

Events

4 d. ago Death toll climbs, hundreds injured as massive explosion rocks Iranian port

The large blast shattered windows within a radius of several kilometres, Iranian media said, with footage shared online showing a huge cloud forming following the explosion.

Events

4 d. ago AFL 2025 LIVE updates: Clarko’s Roos show some fight after Power surge; Lions maul Saints; Pie learns injury fate

Follow along as the Saints face the Lions, the Power take on the Kangaroos and the Giants and Bulldogs square off in the AFL Saturday matches for round seven.

Events

4 d. ago AFL 2025 LIVE updates: Headaches for Clarko as Roos smashed in Power surge; Lions maul Saints; Pie learns injury fate

Follow along as the Saints face the Lions, the Power take on the Kangaroos and the Giants and Bulldogs square off in the AFL Saturday matches for round seven.

Events

4 d. ago Five first home buyers battle for $720,000 Moonee Ponds townhouse

A rare feature and affordable price range attracted nearly a half-dozen home buying hopefuls on auction day. It was one of 393 scheduled on Saturday.

Economics

4 d. ago ‘You don’t need to know’: Marshall refuses to explain Galvin recall

The Wests Tigers coach addressed the decision to reinstate Lachlan Galvin a week after dropping him to the NSW Cup – by refusing to address it.

Politics

4 d. ago ‘You don’t need to know’: Marshall refuses to explain decision to recall Lachie Galvin

The Wests Tigers coach addressed the decision to recall Lachlan Galvin a week after dropping him to the NSW Cup ... by refusing to address it.

Politics

4 d. ago Latrell Mitchell suspended for high tackle in another blow for Rabbitohs

South Sydney have been dealt another blow, with fullback Latrell Mitchell to miss at least one week after the judiciary charged him for his tackle of Sualauvi Fa’alogo.

Economics