14 h. ago Soil tests lift Whitebark SA gas, hydrogen and helium gas play

Whitebark Energy’s soil gas survey demonstrated elevated micro-seepage of methane, helium and natural hydrogen at its Rickerscote prospect in South Australia.

Events

63 h. ago A coroner wants Unit 18 shut ‘urgently’. Roger Cook says it’s ‘the best solution we have at the moment’

Coroner Philip Urquhart said the “harrowing” evidence he heard about Cleveland Dodd’s final days at Unit 18 was some of the “saddest I have presided over”.

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67 h. ago ‘Reminiscent of 19th century jails’: Coroner calls for ‘urgent’ closure of WA youth detention wing after inmate’s suicide

Coroner Philip Urquhart said the “harrowing” evidence he heard about Cleveland Dodd’s last days was some of the “saddest I have presided over”.

Events

4 d. ago Wendell Sailor arrested after obstructing traffic and resisting arrest

Football legend Wendell Sailor is under arrest over an incident in which he obstructed traffic in Wollongong late on Friday night.

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4 d. ago Former NRL star Wendell Sailor arrested over allegations of obstructing traffic and resisting arrest

Football legend Wendell Sailor is under arrest over an incident in which he allegedly obstructed traffic in Wollongong late on Friday night.

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4 d. ago Lady Gaga returns to Melbourne – and her pop glory – with gothic, melodramatic opera

After emerging atop a giant birdcage, the megastar writhes in a sandpit filled with skeletons, is brought back to life by demonic nurses and plunges the stage into smoke and emerald green.

Politics

5 d. ago Diabetic driver in bid to dodge Daylesford pub crash inquest

A driver with diabetes who ploughed into and killed five people outside a pub in regional Victoria will object to giving evidence at an inquest.

Events

6 d. ago Former Labor government was warned of CFMEU ‘bias’ in major project policy

During her second day of inquiry evidence, AWU boss Stacey Schinnerl also detailed a key public servant’s relationship with a CFMEU chief.

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6 d. ago Key safety regulator figure had ‘close personal relationship’ with former CFMEU president, inquiry told

During her second day of evidence on Thursday, AWU boss Stacey Schinnerl said the relationship amounted to a “direct line to the CFMEU”.

Politics

6 d. ago He considers himself to be the best rapper of all time. Could he be right?

Performing in Melbourne last night, Kendrick Lamar demonstrated a level of confidence and artistry beyond that of his peers.

Politics

7 d. ago Mushroom murder trial expert gives evidence in Sea World chopper crash inquest

The toxicologist who testified in Victoria's mushroom murders trial was amongst a panel of forensics experts giving evidence.

Events

7 d. ago ‘Threat on my life’: Key union leader details CFMEU pressure campaign

Queensland’s Commission of Inquiry has heard further evidence of a violent turf war for civil construction sites – and lack of help from one major contractor.

Politics

7 d. ago ‘This is my child. Do not do this’: Mum reveals foul abuse from CFMEU

The Commission of Inquiry has heard evidence of abuse directed at a female union boss and details of the violent turf war.

Politics

8 d. ago Football presenter collapses live on TV before international match

Football commentator Laura Woods collapsed while covering England’s friendly against Ghana on ITV.

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8 d. ago Ricky Nixon found guilty of selling footballs with fake player signatures

Ricky Nixon has been found guilty of selling AFL footballs with fake player signatures.

Sport

8 d. ago Premiership Demons give evidence in football forgery case against Ricky Nixon

Melbourne captain Max Gawn was one of six AFL players who donned gloves and inspected footballs in court as part of the case against the former player agent.

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8 d. ago CFMEU inquiry LIVE updates: Union leaders called as witnesses for Queensland probe’s second hearing block

Hearings will resume into the CFMEU inquiry today with the boss of the union’s bitter rival expected to give evidence.

Politics

1 week ago ‘Australian natives and a contemporary silhouette’: the story behind Jodie Haydon’s dress

The elegant gown with fabric covered buttons, demonstrates the restrained artistry of designers Anna Plunkett and Luke Sales, who this year celebrated their label’s 20th anniversary at Australian Fashion Week.

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1 week ago The best is yet to come: ‘King’ Gutherson says he will get better with age

Even at 31, Clint Gutherson is convinced his best football is ahead of him – plus the one thing that Dragons coach Shane Flanagan loves most about him.

Politics

1 week ago From Gangnam Style to 1300: Why Korean pop culture has taken over the world

Most of us have sung along to K-Pop Demon Hunters or sweat through a bowl of spicy Buldak ramen, but do we fully understand why we love all things Korean?

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