15 h. ago Two teens suffer slash wounds in machete attack near Luna Park

Police are investigating after two teens were wounded following an altercation with a group wielding machetes near Luna Park in St Kilda on Sunday night.

Events

27 h. ago Girls once used this room to learn how to please their husbands – not any more

An ancient traditional space used to prepare teenagers for marriage is being revived, but with a modern twist.

Politics

32 h. ago Financial ignorance isn’t bliss – it’s a serious, dangerous problem

Despite more women working than ever before, household responsibility for finances still falls to men.

Politics

47 h. ago ‘The most beautiful moment’: Jacarandas bloom early in Sydney

The purple reign has begun again across town, with the trees a perfect backdrop for Instagram photos.

Politics

51 h. ago Trump cools on ‘incredible’ weapons for Zelensky in wake of Putin call

The Ukraine president is keen to get some of America’s most dangerous missiles but Trump has moved to re-engage with Vladimir Putin.

Politics

55 h. ago Contract criminals with no links to their victims are hired online. Innocent people are being killed

Sydney’s underworld is importing more drugs and guns than ever and it is also becoming more tech-savvy.

Events

56 h. ago Black market for DIY transgender drugs sparks health warning

Getting hormones without a doctor’s prescription is increasingly popular – but doctors warn the practice is illegal and not safe.

Events

65 h. ago Nowhere to train to be forensic psychiatrist after embattled hospital deemed too dangerous

Withdrawing the training posts from the hospital for mentally ill prisoners throws the pathway to become a forensic psychiatrist into disarray.

Science

2 d. ago Mey day, Mey day: This is the horse we expect to win the Caulfield Cup

An English galloper and an Italian jockey loom as the biggest danger to Jamie Melham’s date with destiny.

Politics

3 d. ago Fans camp out for 18 hours for limited edition Christmas Bluey coins

Fans have camped out for 18 hours in the hope of snapping up limited edition Christmas Bluey coins.

Politics

3 d. ago This LGBTQI bar wants to limit lesbian patrons like me: I’m not surprised

News of a new Sydney club originally called Pink Pony has reignited the conversation about the lack of permanent lesbian spaces in Sydney.

Politics

4 d. ago Prince Andrew ‘saw sex with me as his birthright’, Virginia Giuffre’s book claims

The royal’s late accuser makes the claims in a bombshell memoir set to be released next week.

Politics

4 d. ago Bomb pipes, ‘terrorist handbook’ and 50 stolen snakes allegedly discovered in 21

The alleged raft of dangerous items triggered a visit from the bomb squad. Police found the snakes kept in plastic storage containers in a spare room.

Events

4 d. ago Trump says he is considering strikes on Venezuela, raising pressure on Maduro

After a series of US strikes on alleged drug consignments at sea, there are reports the CIA has been authorised to carry out covert operations inside Venezuela.

Politics

4 d. ago Albanese, Thorpe lead tributes as Titmus retires from swimming

After months of speculation – and over a year out of the pool since the Paris Olympics – Ariarne Titmus confirmed her decision to call time on her competitive career in an emotional Instagram video.

Politics

4 d. ago Dangerous drug alert issued after second Queensland death in a week

As Schoolies and festival season approach, experts fear the proliferation of synthetic opioids will claim more lives.

Politics

4 d. ago $260m worth of drugs seized and multiple arrests in safehouse raids

Officers seized a stash of drugs, weapons and ammunition as well as almost half a million in cash.

Economics

4 d. ago As it happened: Trump demands Hamas return hostage bodies to Israel, six Palestinians killed by Israeli fire; Instagram limits teens to PG

Follow along as we bring you the latest live news updates from Australia and beyond.

Events

4 d. ago Police probe suspected international crime boss’ links to Sydney day care kill plot

Australian man Daniel Rodney Badger has emerged as a key suspect in Sydney’s ongoing drug-related conflicts.

Events

4 d. ago Frances died at this dangerous intersection two years ago, but it is yet to be fixed

A coroner has urged Maribyrnong council to improve safety at the road outside the much-criticised Josephs Road precinct in Footscray.

Politics