6 h. ago UK on edge over knife crime as suspect’s alleged link to earlier stabbings revealed

The man accused of 10 counts of attempted murder on a high-speed train has also been charged with an earlier attack in London and may also be connected to other incidents.

Events

7 h. ago Revealed: Why WA mum jailed for starving teenage daughter believes trial was unfair

The woman and her husband, who lived in the wealthy Perth suburb of Floreat, were found guilty of neglect after ballet teachers noticed the girl was emaciated and weak.

Events

15 h. ago Revealed: The final exam that blindsided 140 year 12 students

This masthead has obtained a copy of the exam paper and stimulus booklet that made headlines when it was revealed 140 students had less than 48 hours of preparation.

Politics

15 h. ago Pilot on phone when container ship crashed into Leeuwin at Fremantle Port, report reveals

A report into a major crash that left the beloved Leeuwin tall ship crumpled at Fremantle Port has revealed the pilot of a 333-metre container ship was on their phone at the time of the crash.

Events

16 h. ago Neel hasn’t finished his HSC exams. Two of his dream uni courses have already been cut

Year 12 students face uncertain futures as universities slash jobs and courses while chasing millions of dollars in savings.

Politics

17 h. ago My suburb’s name is a mystery, but it’s how you say our main drag that reveals if you’re a local

I’ve heard my outer Melbourne suburb referred to as “Tradie Town”, and while there are heaps of utes and Pete Murray covers played at the local pub, those who live here affectionately call it something else.

Politics

20 h. ago ‘Dark times at home’: The big break that saved star from hurricane disaster

An incoming Brisbane star barely had time to disembark the plane when the realities of Hurricane Melissa’s ferocity was revealed in back home in Jamaica. 

Politics

27 h. ago India vows to make winning trophies a ‘habit’ after claiming cricket World Cup

Days after toppling the once almighty Australians in the semi-final, India were too good for South Africa. Their Cup win is a clear warning to Alyssa Healy’s team that their long-standing pre-eminence really is under threat.

Politics

30 h. ago Final stage of Sydney’s M1 metro line set to open as late as next September

The date for the opening hinges on high-speed train testing, which is due to start within weeks, and final regulatory approval for passenger services.

Politics

31 h. ago How many hours do you work? Australia’s most gruelling jobs revealed

A full-time worker in Australia puts in almost 44 hours a week on average, with miners, farmers, surgeons and even politicians among the occupations with the longest hours. Use our interactive to find out how many hours a week people in your job work on average.

Society

31 h. ago Firefighter pay dispute has cost almost $9m of taxpayer money on lawyers alone

A three-year battle between the government and the firefighters’ union is in its final stages, but not without significant legal costs.

Economics

41 h. ago Finals fixture revealed as Crows claim spot at expense of Dockers, Saints stumble and Lions dodge Roos

Welcome to our weekly AFLW blog for round 12. Throughout the season, follow along for updates from every game, as well as news and analysis across the round.

Politics

43 h. ago Think you can only see this exotic creature on holiday? Try a Sydney beach

A world-leading project has revealed one of the world’s most exotic and charismatic creatures calls Sydney beaches home.

Politics

43 h. ago Think you can see this exotic creature only on holiday? Try closer to home

A world-leading project has revealed one of the world’s most exotic and charismatic creatures calls Sydney beaches home.

Politics

47 h. ago Data reveals Victorians fleeing north as fallout from crime crisis continue

Victorians are beginning to opt for a sun and sea changes for multiple reasons, including continuing crime issues.

Events

54 h. ago Of the things going wrong at universities, this issue rarely makes the headlines

To restore their social licence, universities need to reconnect with students and what matters to them. Food insecurity is high on the list.

Politics

66 h. ago Revealed: The state’s plan to win over critics of Sydney’s next cycleway

New concept images have provided a glimpse of what the second stage of the Oxford Street cycleway project could look once the bike path linking Centennial Park to Taylor Square opens.

Politics

67 h. ago They built a wall to stop people escaping. Now bodies lie beside it

New photos reveal bodies gathered beside a dirt wall outside besieged city, as only a fraction of the 62,000 people believed to have fled make it to safety.

Politics

3 d. ago ‘Perverse culture of bullying’: ‘Strapping’ scandal school banned from taking new boarders

School where a decades-long culture of abuse among students is alleged issues apology as regulatory agency takes tough action.

Events

3 d. ago ‘I’d do anything to hear his voice’: Devastated father of young cricketer Ben Austin reveals family’s heartache

The Austin family visited the nets where the 17-year-old’s life was cut short, saying despite their grief cricket was a great game.

Politics