2 h. ago The Gout effect: Stawell crowd doubles to watch sprint sensation storm to heat victory

Twice as many people as last year came just to see the heats. They came to see one person – the man whose name they chanted as he stood on the blocks. This was the day Gout Gout came to the Stawell Gift.

Events

5 h. ago Rip Curl’s founding fathers – Bells royalty, sitting in a plywood palace

They first surfed in garbage bags and footy jumpers. Now they’re in their 80s and happiest in a tiny wooden box at the world’s longest-running surf contest.

Politics

14 h. ago Dutton has spent years cultivating his image. Now he faces a dilemma

Twice a day, Peter Dutton meditates. No doubt, with the overwhelming task of overturning a first-term government, and a bruising election campaign, he’s needed it to steady him.

Politics

14 h. ago Nowhere is growing like this corner of Queensland. It’s changing the political game

On paper, Andrew Wallace has a safe seat. In reality, his Queensland electorate is overflowing with new arrivals, who now have another option at the ballot box.

Politics

20 h. ago Man charged over alleged sexual assault of elderly woman after carrying her shopping home

A four-day manhunt has led to an arrest over the alleged sexual assault of an 83-year-old woman.

Events

25 h. ago Three dead, fourth person missing as monster ocean swells batter NSW coastline

Three people have drowned in a horror day on the NSW coast as waves up to five metres high threaten beach plans for the Easter break.

Events

25 h. ago Man arrested over alleged sexual assault of elderly woman after carrying her shopping home

A four-day manhunt has led to an arrest over the alleged sexual assault of an 83-year-old woman.

Events

27 h. ago ‘Everything you knew is over’: Star casinos to ditch the glitz

Star Entertainment’s prospective new owner Bally’s boss Soo Kim says the Australian casino business will have to start life from scratch.

Politics

31 h. ago ‘That might be you one day’: How NRL boss predicted the future of Roosters’ new star

A young fan with big dreams helped legends Jack Rayner and Darren Lockyer carry the trophy onto the field at the 2007 grand final. Now he wants to play in one.

Politics

31 h. ago Dreading time with family this weekend? Try these ideas for a harmonious get

For some, time with family is enriching. For others, it can be more challenging. Here are some ideas to set you up for an enjoyable day.

Politics

32 h. ago Why Origin star left a powerhouse, and has pledged to fight for new deal

Before facing his old club, Felise Kaufusi reveals why he left, his hope to play on, being a dad in the spotlight and his stance on the Test eligibility debate.

Politics

33 h. ago Revealed: New cricket boss Greenberg’s Boxing Day barney and how he is brokering peace

New Cricket Australia chief Todd Greenberg speaks on cricket’s dealings with Saudi Arabia, why he had a public argument during the Boxing Day Test, and the case for drop-ins at the SCG.

Sport

33 h. ago Dreading time with family this weekend? Try these five ideas for a harmonious get

For some, time with family is enriching, strengthening bonds and cementing relationships. For others, it can be more challenging. Here are some ideas to set you up for an enjoyable day.

Politics

34 h. ago ‘If I ask him to, he’ll be out of there’: Trump says he can fire Fed boss Powell

US President Donald Trump has again taken aim at US Federal Reserve boss Jerome Powell, blasting him for being too slow on lowering interest rates.

Politics

37 h. ago ‘It took me 20 years to become the boss’: Lady Gaga’s ‘new world’

The pop superstar on how she “lost touch with reality” and her “trouble making friends” before finally taking control and finding contentment.

Politics

47 h. ago Vowing to play beyond 2025, an Origin star braces for tough family talks

Before facing his old club, Felise Kaufusi reveals why he left, his hope to play on, being a dad in the spotlight and his stance on the Test eligibility debate.

Politics

50 h. ago It’s now easy to see the shadow Donald Trump is casting on the election campaign

Two weeks out from voters lining up at the ballot box, what’s being billed as a slip of the tongue has seemingly derailed the Coalition’s strategy.

Politics

50 h. ago Teen accused of hiring hitmen revealed as Swede living in Sydney’s west

A teenager accused of recruiting hitmen for the Scandinavian underworld was living with family in Sydney to get him out of the gangster life.

Events

53 h. ago BHP boss says China holds key to the world avoiding recession

The Chinese demand driving resource giant BHP’s output of Australia’s largest commodity export, iron ore, will fade as President Donald Trump’s tariffs reduce global growth.

Politics

58 h. ago Victoria’s hot seats LIVE updates: Apparent push polling in Kooyong; Amelia Hamer revealed as beneficiary of $20m family trust; Wilson campaigns on cost of living

Follow our in-depth coverage of key electorates with on-the-ground reporting of all the candidates moves.

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