1 hour ago Middle East oil giant abandons $30 billion bid for Australia’s Santos

Consortium led by Abu Dhabi National Oil Company’s foreign investment arm, XRG, has walked away from a deal, just days before the deadline for a binding deal.

Economics

2 h. ago Police treating missing WA man's disappearance as suspicious

Police are treating the disappearance of Perth man Jayden Selfe as suspicious.

Events

3 h. ago Where did all the Brisbane festivals go? Down the road to the Gold Coast

News that yet another music festival is leaving Brisbane has caused outrage among fans. And it doesn’t augur well as the city gears up for the Olympics.

Politics

3 h. ago Woman arrested after allegedly hitting Safety Bay teen on dirt bike

A driver has been charged after a teenager on a dirt bike was critically injured while riding with friends.

Events

3 h. ago On the environment, failure to act does not protect the future

Age readers respond to this week’s report on the effects of climate change on Australia.

Politics

4 h. ago Premier schmoozes in Shanghai as Victoria launches drive to double Chinese visitors

The state has launched a $43 million advertising campaign as it targets an annual 800,000 Chinese tourists by 2029.

Politics

4 h. ago A $100m fund to improve West Melbourne streets has paid for tram stops and streetscapes kilometres away

Residents say money intended to improve liveability when the new West Gate Tunnel opens has instead been spent on dangerous traffic changes and upgrades in other areas.

Politics

4 h. ago The Reject Shop rebrand is killing something that only works in Australia

To a teenager of the 1980s, The Reject Shop held a gravitational pull. Walking in those doors with my bumbag jangling with coins, I knew I’d find something cheap, fun, and totally necessary.

Events

4 h. ago Business sweeteners on the table as government prepares to unveil climate target

The federal government is set to court industry support as it announces an upgraded emissions reduction target, while the Coalition’s net zero fight ramps up.

Politics

4 h. ago Mushroom killer facing more time in jail as sentence appeal looms

Mushroom cook killer Erin Patterson could be facing more time behind bars as Victoria's top prosecutors weigh up whether to appeal her sentence.

Events

4 h. ago Conman allegedly targeting locals in Porepunkah shooting scam

Police are investigating reports of a man allegedly claiming to be collecting donations on behalf of the Thompson and De Waart-Hottart families.

Events

5 h. ago Why the Bombers may not get a draft bonanza if they lose Merrett to their bitter rivals

The Bombers remain steadfast that Zach Merrett will not be traded under any circumstances, and rivals are struggling to see a scenario where the club will receive commensurate compensation for parting with him.

Events

5 h. ago World news LIVE: Trump to meet King Charles at Windsor Castle and lay wreath at Queen’s tomb

Follow our blog for live updates of Trump’s visit to London.

Politics

5 h. ago Building a home feels like ‘death by a thousand revisions’. New reforms could change that

While councils have expressed concern about the impact on their ability to manage their own suburbs, home renovators will be able to get DAs approved quicker.

Events

6 h. ago ‘NSWP edition of Game of Thrones’: The bitter succession fight to become state’s top cop

Not even Macquarie Street can rival the toxicity within the top levels of NSW Police. Frontrunner Mal Lanyon’s leadership ambitions have hit choppy water.

Politics

6 h. ago Bone discovered in backyard as police probe cold case disappearance

An unidentified bone has been discovered in a South Australian backyard after police excavated the property as a part of a fresh search for the remains of a missing woman.

Events

6 h. ago Papua New Guinea and Australia fail to reach defense agreement

Both leaders remain hopeful that a deal between the two nations will eventually be signed

Events

6 h. ago Road rage attack in Sydney’s west leaves two teens hospitalised

A suspect is still on the run following a road rage attack in Lakemba last night that left two teenagers in hospital.

Events

6 h. ago Charlie Kirk’s alleged shooter charged, faces dealth penalty

The alleged killer of Charlie Kirk has faced court for the first time since the conservative podcaster was killed last week.

Events

6 h. ago WA news LIVE: WA politician reveals he is an anonymous sperm donor during surrogacy bill debate

Follow our live coverage here.

Politics