2 h. ago One rule to ring them all: What changes would you make to our favourite sports?

Every sport has at least one rule that aggravates fans. If our journalists had the power to change one rule to improve their sport, here’s what they would do.

Sport

3 h. ago Four overlooked Victorian beach towns that won’t break the bank

For those prepared to drive past Anglesea or the Mornington Peninsula, delightful seaside spots offer value for money.

Politics

15 h. ago Waller mare cruises home in $500k Lakes to break Australian drought

Premier trainer Chris Waller won the $500,000 Lakes again, this time with a drought-breaking effort from Chica Mojito.

Politics

16 h. ago In pictures: Heartbreak and bravery on the front lines of Victoria’s bushfires

Victorians in fire-ravaged towns across the state are grappling with immense loss, as major bushfires continue to pose a threat.

Events

38 h. ago Albanese has acted at last but attacking commissioner is Trumpian

The announcement of a federal royal commission into the Bondi Beach shootings is our best chance to stop terror attacks.

Events

39 h. ago Baker pair close to their best for shot at $500,000 Lakes at Wyong

Warwick Farm trainer Bjorn Baker believes Darby Racing six-year-olds Amor Victorious and Robusto are shaping up well for the Wyong feature on Saturday.

Politics

40 h. ago The dream trees of my childhood were calling. The abyss would have to wait

After a terrifying drive, I finally understood why Yosemite’s giants stayed with me.

Politics

61 h. ago ‘There’s no chance of controlling this fire’: Home destroyed as catastrophic conditions loom

Emergency warnings have been issued for towns east of Seymour and for a bushfire burning east of Wodonga in the state’s far north-east.

Events

61 h. ago ‘There’s no chance of controlling this fire’: Homes destroyed as catastrophic conditions loom

Emergency warnings have been issued for towns east of Seymour and for a bushfire burning east of Wodonga in the state’s far north-east.

Events

62 h. ago Lakes favourite gives Bullock early drive for Championships chances

Top country jockey Aaron Bullock is focused on staying in top shape for Know Thyself and other exciting prospects heading into Championship qualifiers.

Politics

67 h. ago ‘She’ll be kicking him home for us’: Buchanan eyeing fairytale win to honour tragic jockey

Trainer Kristen Buchanan hopes Stylebender, Bronte Simpson’s favourite horse, can produce a special effort in the race named after the late apprentice on Saturday at Wyong.

Events

69 h. ago This $10 sandwich is one of our favourite breakfast muffins in Melbourne

Warkop’s second outpost is in a convenient CBD location for work lunches.

Politics

3 d. ago ‘Order the crispy pork with extra chilli’: Chef Alejandro Saravia’s favourite bistros, bars and banh mi

The Peruvian-born, Melbourne-based chef reveals his top food finds, tracing a delicious path through the cities he has called home: Sydney, Paris, and beyond.

Politics

3 d. ago Melburnians are friendlier than Sydneysiders – except when they drive

Merging in Melbourne is murder: as soon as you indicate, the car beside will almost always speed up to block you.

Events

3 d. ago Melburnians are friendlier than Sydneysiders – but on the road they are lunatics

Merging in Melbourne is murder: as soon as you indicate, the car beside will almost always speed up to block you.

Events

3 d. ago Aussie woman's update after surprise find in Cadbury Favourites box

A WA woman named Poppy has shared an update after her surprise find inside a box of Cadbury Favourites.

Politics

4 d. ago Snowden reckons Infusion ready to bounce back at Warwick Farm

Four-year-old mare finished well back as a $4 chance at Randwick last start, but trainer Peter Snowden puts that down to bad luck rather than lack of ability.

Events

4 d. ago The man in the cage: 15 years inside Melbourne’s most famous nightclub

There have been no bodies under the pool table, but DJ Mike Callander lifts the lid on the legends – and explains why this club has been an enduring city favourite.

Politics

6 d. ago Rick Stein on the best fish and chips in Australia and it’s not from his restaurants

The celebrity chef says his favourite beach sums up everything he’s come to love about Australia.

Politics

6 d. ago Left an item on the plane? Do this to boost your chance of a reunion

My wife and I were in Delhi airport when she realised she’d left her iPad on the flight we’d just left. There followed a frantic session.

Politics