7 h. ago School teacher accused of sexually assaulting five students pleads guilty

The primary school teacher allegedly sexually assaulted a child every day for two terms.

Society

7 h. ago School teacher who sexually assaulted five students pleads guilty

The primary school teacher sexually assaulted one of his victims every day for two terms.

Society

8 h. ago Man allegedly sexually assaulted elderly woman after helping carry her shopping

The woman was allegedly assaulted after a man offered to help with her shopping trolley before forcing his way into her home.

Events

11 h. ago Snake catcher cops bite on the face while wrangling two pythons

Hervey Bay Snake Catcher doesn't blame the python that bit him on the nose during a two-snake job last week.

Politics

11 h. ago Police release CCTV after elderly woman allegedly sexually assaulted

The woman was allegedly assaulted after a man offered to help with her shopping trolley before forcing his way into her home.

Events

11 h. ago Crossbench MPs in talks with Labor, Coalition over Speaker’s job

In a hung parliament, giving the Speaker’s job to an independent MP would give a major party back a precious vote.

Politics

18 h. ago My boss is sexually harassing me, but I love my job. What can I do?

No job is worth putting up with harassment from an employer in any form, and what they’re doing is illegal, says Dr Kirstin Ferguson.

Events

18 h. ago Steamy love letters and happy face ‘emoji’ reveal hidden side of explorer

To mark the anniversary of Matthew Flinders’ wedding in 1801, a tranche of love letters will go on display at the State Library of NSW from April 17.

Politics

18 h. ago Schools urged to fight back against bickering, online harassment and toxic gossip in parents’ WhatsApp groups

Parents’ WhatsApp chat groups have become so “diabolically bad” for schools that experts are urging educators to fight back through the courts and the teachers’ union is calling for state government intervention.

Events

30 h. ago ‘They love this place’: Grandparents’ daily visit to north shore fishing spot turns to tragedy

The Dunias visited Manns Point almost every evening for years. On Monday, their daily ritual turned to tragedy.

Politics

35 h. ago Alleged ringleader of cocaine bricks gang must give fingerprints, court rules

Prosecutors sought to match the 37-year-old former construction boss to a high-definition image of a hand shared in a group chat.

Politics

42 h. ago Three Things I Love: ‘FIFO’ model reveals her favourite parts of Perth

Her day job involves frequent-flying – to Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. But she’s got strong reasons to stay living in the west, and she shares them here.

Politics

3 d. ago ‘You do hear it’: Ben McKay responds to the critics, and Bronx cheers from Bombers fans

The 202-centimetre man mountain was crucial in the win over Melbourne. He praised Essendon’s support in helping him deal with criticism, and spoke of his love for twin brother Harry.

Events

3 d. ago ‘I could have died’: Jail time for strangulation to be doubled under Qld plan

In calling for tougher penalties, the Queensland Law Reform Commission says sexual strangulation has been normalised – especially among young people.

Events

3 d. ago In the biggest job in the world, Trump is looking like a very small man

As everyone else gets yippy – JPMorgan’s Jamie Dimon warned of a recession – the president seems to be enjoying centre stage, toying with the strings like a cat.

Politics

3 d. ago Aries: Many of you will be ready to take the next step in your relationship

Free weekly forecast in life, love and career from renowned astrologer, Hedy Damari.

Politics

3 d. ago ‘I’ve got the credentials to do the job’: Goodwin stands firm after Dons whip Dees

At half-time, the 45,000-plus crowd without Essendon allegiances were entitled to wonder if it was possible to get a refund for entry. This wasn’t Essendon’s fault.

Politics

4 d. ago 'It is not an ode to Trump': Jacinta Price on public service job cuts

Senator Jacinta Price responds to a question about the 'department of government efficiency' which looks at the amount spent on public service jobs.

Politics

5 d. ago Could Melbourne pinch the NRL grand final from Sydney? Here’s how Storm boss says it can happen

Storm chief executive Justin Rodski believes if his club can create a marquee game at the MCG, it could be a precursor to hosting the NRL grand final.

Events

5 d. ago Dining solo? Put down the book and follow this essential advice instead

There’s plenty of reasons to love dining alone, not having to share your meal being just one of them. Just don’t apologise about doing it.

Politics