8 h. ago More Hamas officials welcome Albanese’s recognition move, as PM warns against propaganda

Opposition Leader Sussan Ley said the Albanese government had “got it wrong” when it announced a plan to recognise a Palestinian state on Monday.

Events

9 h. ago Teachers are the backbone of society. So why do so few people apply?

The growing perception that the status of the teaching profession has declined is not helped by the low bar offered by university entrance requirements.

Society

9 h. ago More than 100 humanitarian groups call on Israel to end ‘weaponisation’ of aid

As aid groups accuse Israel of blocking aid on border, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reiterates the idea that Palestinians should simply leave Gaza.

Politics

10 h. ago One of Brisbane’s best small restaurants arrives at Fish Lane

Two of the city’s best young chefs now have a home fit for their talents. They’re cooking seasonally inspired local produce accompanied by Aussie wines.

Politics

16 h. ago Mark Best puts a fresh spin on Sydney Tower’s revolving restaurant

The former Marque chef is back at the top, serving sea urchin crumpets and Sauternes custard 81 floors above ground.

Politics

18 h. ago Israel pounds Gaza City, killing 123 Palestinians in 24 hours

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reiterated an idea – also floated by US President Donald Trump – that Palestinians should simply leave.

Politics

20 h. ago ‘A snap then a rumble’: Earthquake rocks Mornington Peninsula

The quake prompted more than 400 people to make reports to Geoscience Australia.

Politics

28 h. ago The ‘fragmented’ and costly rules putting our most vulnerable at risk

More than 2 million people work in the care economy. But poor systems mean “unsafe workers slip through the cracks”.

Politics

31 h. ago Hamas welcomes Albanese government's decision to recognise Palestinian state

Terrorist group Hamas has welcomed the federal government's decision to recognise a Palestinian state, claiming it vindicates the October 7 attacks.

Politics

31 h. ago I escaped a cult – for years I didn’t even realise I was in one

I have long hidden the shame that I was gullible enough to be lured into such a group. The perception people in cults are different to the rest of us needs to be challenged.

Politics

33 h. ago ‘Same issues since 2005’: People wrongly detained due to Home Affairs’ systemic failures

The department locked up one person for a year and a half before they were released, according to a report from the Commonwealth Ombudsman.

Politics

34 h. ago Albanese faces backlash after Hamas praises PM’s ‘courage’ on Palestinian recognition

Anthony Albanese said Hamas would be “totally opposed” to Australia’s recognition of Palestine. But the listed terrorist group says it is delighted by the move.

Politics

35 h. ago Middle Eastern restaurant turned away people wearing Palestinian scarves

Seven people have said Merivale’s Jimmy’s Falafel refused them entry after last weekend’s Harbour Bridge protest.

Politics

38 h. ago Hamas praises Albanese’s ‘courage’, claims credit for Palestinian recognition

Anthony Albanese said Hamas would be “totally opposed” to Australia’s recognition of Palestine. But the listed terror group says it is delighted by the move.

Politics

38 h. ago Voices from Gaza: Hear messages to Albanese saying ‘we have no time’

Three Gazans speak about the Australian government’s plan to recognise Palestinian statehood and how little it means for those on the ground.

Politics

38 h. ago ‘We have no time’: Listen to the voices from Gaza send a message to Albanese

Three Gazans speak about the Australian government’s plan to recognise Palestinian statehood and how little it means for those on the ground.

Politics

39 h. ago Gunmen disguised as Gaza aid workers ‘eliminated’ in drone strike, Israel says

The IDF said it carried out the airstrike on a group using a World Central Kitchen brandied-car after confirming with the US-based charity that the men had “no affiliation” with it.

Events

41 h. ago Marcus in the middle: AFL clubs zero in on uncontracted Saint

Like his high-profile teammate and housemate Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera, Marcus Windhager remains out of contract. With the Saints eyeing some big-name recruits, rivals have started circling the versatile midfielder.

Politics

44 h. ago Russia makes battlefield gains as Zelensky vows to keep land Putin covets

Moscow’s forces have rapidly gained ground in eastern Ukraine ahead of talks about a possible ceasefire, as Russian President Vladimir Putin demands territory in any deal with US President Donald Trump.

Politics

45 h. ago ‘Not married to one solution’: Trump won’t criticise Albanese’s Palestine state call

When asked specifically about Australia’s move to recognise a Palestinian state, a White House official indicated that while Trump was not going to do so himself, he had an open mind on the issue.

Politics