38 h. ago Great Barrier Reef bleaching turns up heat in key Coalition seat

The second coral bleaching event in as many years is a major threat to the reef, and a wildcard for the major parties battling to win the Leichardt electorate.

Politics

4 d. ago ‘Book brigade’: Town forms human chain to deliver thousands of titles, one by one, to new home

Who needs removalists to move and reorganise almost 10,000 books when you have hundreds of willing neighbours?

Politics

4 d. ago Romance book event interrupted by firefighters after fire alarm goes off

A romance book event in Toronto was thrown into chaos when the fire alarm went off and a group of firefighters showed up.

Events

5 d. ago Australians can ‘get lit’ in the true sense in this book lovers’ crawl

Book crawls – visiting multiple bookshops in one day – have been growing in popularity and now Australia has joined The Global Book Crawl.

Politics

5 d. ago It’s the biggest diplomatic event ever to be held in Australia. This city would be the perfect host

Australia’s bidding to co-host the COP climate summit next year. South Australia has a story to tell in tackling climate change, so Adelaide should host the event.

Politics

5 d. ago This city would be the perfect host to the biggest diplomatic event ever held in Australia

As a centre with a story to tell in tackling the challenges of climate change, Adelaide is a prime contender to co-host the COP climate summit next year.

Politics

5 d. ago Nation’s leaders slam WA Greens’ Anzac Day dance party decision

The event, which is raising funds for the political party, has also been labelled “completely inappropriate” by Opposition Leader Peter Dutton.

Politics

5 d. ago The Vampire Diaries stars Arielle Kebbel and Zach Roerig confirm romance

The Vampire Diaries co-stars Arielle Kebbel and Zach Roerig confirmed their relationship with a romantic gesture in front of fans at a recent convention.

Politics

6 d. ago After years of trying for a reservation, our critic finally makes it to Victoria’s most hard

Besha Rodell finally scores one of six seats at chef Jung Eun Chae’s hideaway restaurant and home in the mountains for an unforgettable dining experience.

Politics

9 d. ago Gout broke sprinting’s magical mark twice in one night, and it wasn’t even his best event

While not official times, Gout has now broken the 10-second barrier for the 100m. Who knows how fast he might run in his pet event; the 200m.

Politics

9 d. ago Dining solo? Put down the book and follow this essential advice instead

There’s plenty of reasons to love dining alone, not having to share your meal being just one of them. Just don’t apologise about doing it.

Politics

9 d. ago I didn’t expect my book to make money, but Meta has stolen my work

For most authors (myself included), writing a book is rarely profitable, which makes Meta’s alleged use of books to train their AI systems a tough read.

Politics

1 week ago ‘It’s unbelievable’: Aussies aim for gold medal haul in LA after new Olympic events added

The International Olympic Committee has announced the event program for the LA Games in 2028 and there is good news for Australia’s swimmers, golfers and even Gout Gout.

Politics

1 week ago ‘He saved himself’: Firefighter rescues boy held captive for decades until he set his room on fire

In the ambulance, an emergency worker commented on the overpowering smell. The patient said it had been more than a year since he had been permitted to shower.

Events

1 week ago ‘He saved himself’: Firefighter rescues man held captive for decades until he set his room on fire

In the ambulance, an emergency worker commented on the overpowering smell. The patient said it had been more than a year since he had been permitted to shower.

Events

1 week ago Saudi Arabia very safe for women, says Liberal candidate who does business there

Amnesty International continues to raise the alarm about Saudi Arabia’s male guardianship laws, which give men authority over women in most aspects of life in the Kingdom.

Politics

2 w. ago The fiery training centre where CFA volunteers are put through the wringer

Ever wondered if you have what it takes to be a firefighter? An Age reporter geared up and faced the flames to find out.

Politics

2 w. ago Eels make $500k payment to close the book on Hayne salary cap scandal

The ghosts of the Parramatta salary cap scandal were about to be revisited in court until a secret settlement was made.

Economics

2 w. ago The Nigerian ‘blood cult’ targeting lonely Australians with romance scams

A Sydney father was part of a Nigerian scam that took millions of dollars off lonely Australians, defrauded businesses and siphoned the money to a terrifying African gang.

Events

2 w. ago Sydney MMA event cancelled over fears of alleged gangland hit on former UFC fighter

A mixed martial arts event has been cancelled amid fears a coach and former UFC fighter could be the target of an alleged gangland hit.

Events