58 m. ago How Charlie Kirk’s social media machine rewired a generation’s politics

When news broke that Taylor Swift was engaged, Charlie Kirk took to TikTok: “Submit to your husband, Taylor. You’re not in charge,” he said in a video viewed 7.5 million times. It shows how Kirk harnessed the attention economy to build a political empire that has shattered the left’s grip on young voters.

Politics

96 m. ago Federal government to spend $12 billion on AUKUS submarines facility

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will today announce the government is spending $12 billion on a new submarine facility south of Perth.

Economics

5 h. ago ‘Time to stop talking and start building’: The plan for 8000 new homes along Parramatta Road

Thousands of new homes could be delivered along one of the city’s most important corridors, after the state government announced a new partnership with a Sydney council.

Politics

10 h. ago How champion’s loss ignited a breakout Lion, and put title hopes in his hands

Once retiring champion Joe Daniher announced he would be hanging up the boots, Logan Morris felt the weight of expectation thrust onto his shoulders. 

Politics

10 h. ago Hoop dreams: Kingsley Just achieves a record for the most aerial hoop somersaults in one minute

Kingsley Just earns a listing in the new Guinness Book of Records for the most aerial hoop somersaults in one minute (male) with 57 somersaults. Achieved in June 2024 at Circus Nexus in Preston, Melbourne.

Politics

10 h. ago On a Roll: Kingsley Just in 2014 setting the Guinness world record for most consecutive rolls by an aircraft

On a Roll: Kingsley Just in 2014 setting the Guinness world record for most consecutive rolls by an aircraft (987) over Lethbridge, Victoria.

Politics

15 h. ago Scuffles break out as four competing rallies converge on Melbourne

Chaotic scenes unfolded on the streets of Melbourne on Saturday as agitators from largely peaceful protests that drew thousands of people clashed in the CBD.

Politics

17 h. ago AFLW weekly LIVE round 5: Magpies end Sydney’s perfect start; Demons conquered in boilover

Welcome to our weekly AFLW blog for round five. Throughout the season, follow along for updates from every game, as well as news and analysis across the round.

Politics

17 h. ago ‘Why should we ignore the children of Gaza?’ Hospital slammed after cancelling panel on children in war

The Royal Children’s Hospital’s abrupt cancellation of the session has been met with dismay by doctors.

Events

17 h. ago ‘Why should we ignore the children of Gaza?’ Hospital slammed for pulling panel on children in war

The Royal Children’s Hospital’s abrupt cancellation of the session has been met with dismay by doctors.

Events

18 h. ago AFLW round 5: Magpies end Sydney’s perfect season start; Teams and expert tips

Welcome to our weekly AFLW blog for round five. Throughout the season, follow along for updates from every game, as well as news and analysis across the round.

Sport

25 h. ago As bombs rained down, Nikita fled his home. Now he’s written a grand interstellar adventure

Kids’ Own Publishing is celebrating 20 years of helping children write and illustrate picture books.

Events

29 h. ago The secret advice on underquoting buried by the Victorian government

Data submitted to the government’s buried property market review shows homes selling for more than 100 per cent over the top of the guide.

Politics

29 h. ago Treaty is a substantial step towards reconciliation and justice

The establishment of a treaty between the state government and First Peoples is welcome. Reconciliation will never come without bold political action and genuine leadership.

Events

34 h. ago Teens to be sent to bootcamp, police given new powers under Liberal crime plan

Troubled youths would be sent to a bootcamp-style program under a $100 million election promise from the Victorian Liberals.

Events

40 h. ago Australian War Memorial changes book prize rules to reject Ben Roberts

When the judges announced acclaimed journalist Chris Masters as the winner, it proved a step too far for the institution.

Events

43 h. ago Thousands studied nursing because we paid for their degrees. Now, their jobs have vanished

More than 2000 graduate nurses and midwives will be unable to find jobs next year, up from about 350 last year.

Politics

43 h. ago Rock star players, margaritas, a blossoming romance: This footy team is the hottest ticket in town

Other clubs can only dream of their crowds. There is a lot for other clubs, including big Victorian ones, to learn from what the Swans have done right.

Sport

43 h. ago Gas giant faces ‘strict’ pollution limits to protect ancient rock art

Environment Minister Murray Watt has announced his final approval to extend one of Australia’s biggest fossil fuel projects for decades.

Politics

46 h. ago Police officers accused of negligent manslaughter of tradie identified

Sergeant James Fitzgerald and Constable Alexander Papanastassis have faced court for the first time over the death of builder Luke Briggs in Hoppers Crossing last year.

Events