18 h. ago How is that an Aussie fair go, for the War Memorial to change the rules at half

I was surprised, and not surprised, that my book had been twice rejected by the Australian War Memorial as winner of the Les Carlyon Literary Award, despite being nominated by independent judges.

Events

23 h. ago Not just Harry and Lachlan. What if all of generation next fail to succeed?

From the royal family to the Murdochs to Nepal, the next generation is restless. And then there’s climate change.

Politics

46 h. ago Inside Australia’s most dangerous lab: The fortress built to fight the world’s deadliest viruses

A sprawling complex of ultra-high-security labs, the Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness sits right at the border between humans and the masses of animal viruses that would love to infect us. The labs have never been busier.

Events

47 h. ago Her mum is now 94 – but Wild Swans author Jung Chang can’t visit her in China

The bestselling Chinese-British writer on why her books are banned in China, the “incredible evil” of Mao Zedong – and China’s mission to dominate the world.

Politics

53 h. ago Adelaide vs Hawthorn AFL LIVE: Ginni plays the villain, Gunston shines as Crows make embarrassing finals exit

Not since 1983 had the top side bowed out in straight sets, but that all changed on a nightmare night for Adelaide in the city of churches.

Sport

53 h. ago Mitchell speaks on Merrett saga; Gunston torments the side that drafted him

Not since 1983 had the top side bowed out in straight sets, but that all changed on a nightmare night for Adelaide in the city of churches.

Politics

57 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

60 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

63 h. ago ‘I’m always under persecution’: Palmer defends himself in fraud case

Billionaire Clive Palmer’s human rights might have been impeded in his Queensland fraud case because prosecutors failed to disclose documents against him for years, a magistrate has ruled. 

Politics

64 h. ago Raised in rugby, unmissable in league: Why is Nawaqanitawase so good?

The freedom of rugby has made Marky Mark a human highlight reel in the NRL, and the most watchable man in either code.

Sport

64 h. ago ‘Change agent’: Meet Nuno Matos, the no nonsense CEO whipping ANZ into shape

ANZ’s new boss has big plans, and the career banker is delivering a tough message, despite some grumblings.

Politics

64 h. ago From world’s most liveable city to ‘Gotham’: How crime is changing Melbourne

The critics say random searches concentrate on marginalised groups, but it is the marginalised who are overwhelmingly the victims. We are killing them with kindness.

Events

3 d. ago Opposition parties slam brakes on proposed grand prix change

A government decision to shelve its proposed extension of the Albert Park race period may leave in breach of its Formula 1 contract. 

Politics

3 d. ago Life on Mars? Queensland scientists help find the biggest clue yet

Queensland researchers may have played a part in one of the most important scientific discoveries in human history – life on another planet.

Politics

3 d. ago ‘Carbon bomb’ gas plant extended for decades as Pacific begs for emissions cuts

Environment Minister Murray Watt will reveal the conditions for gas giant Woodside’s 40-year expansion as early as Friday.

Events

3 d. ago ‘Carbon bomb’ gas plant to be extended for decades as Pacific begs for emissions cuts

Environment Minister Murray Watt will reveal the conditions for gas giant Woodside’s 40-year expansion as early as Friday.

Events

3 d. ago Albanese quickly changes shirt after fashion faux pas at crucial summit

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was caught in an awkward moment when he arrived at a crucial summit with Pacific Island leaders in the wrong shirt.

Politics

3 d. ago ‘No armies, no budgets’: The quiet power of the planet’s most private peacemakers

Since 2007, a group of retired political giants and humanitarian leaders founded by Nelson Mandela have met up to tackle global existential threats.

Politics

4 d. ago Malcolm Blight remains Crows last and only premiership coach

Malcolm Blight looks likely to remain the Crows' last and only AFL premiership coach unless something changes quickly

Politics

4 d. ago ‘Getting the chop after 40 years’: The Reddit threads of disgruntled ANZ staffers

Social media posts from ANZ Bank staff have provided an unfiltered view of how Nuno Matos’ change agenda is being received in parts of the bank.

Politics