9 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

14 h. ago From underwear to the runway: How Calvin Klein is back on top

A celebration of the brand’s heritage brought the A-list back to the front row in New York.

Politics

14 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

18 h. ago How champion’s loss ignited a breakout Lion, and put title hopes in his hands

Once retiring champion Joe Daniher announced he would be hanging up the boots, Logan Morris felt the weight of expectation thrust onto his shoulders. 

Politics

20 h. ago Government pledges $12b to nuclear submarine precinct ahead of PM’s US visit

The Henderson Defence Precinct will receive billions of dollars as Albanese hopes to secure a meeting with Trump in New York.

Politics

24 h. ago Wallabies player ratings: How the men in gold fared against the Pumas

There were only a handful of star performers on a day of frustration and errors from the Wallabies, whose fast finish wasn’t enough to catch the Pumas in Sydney.

Politics

34 h. ago As bombs rained down, Nikita fled his home. Now he’s written a grand interstellar adventure

Kids’ Own Publishing is celebrating 20 years of helping children write and illustrate picture books.

Events

37 h. ago I’m about to get married. Here’s what the movies have taught me about being a bride

From Father of the Bride to Ready or Not, I’ve been interpreting wedding movies very differently since becoming a bride-to-be.

Politics

38 h. ago Clubs demand secret ballot on Brownlow day amid ‘embarrassing’ AFL power struggle

Behind the scenes, influencers on both sides of this AFL power play are working the phones and crunching the numbers.

Politics

38 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

38 h. ago She stood by her mother Gisele Pelicot in France’s shocking rape trial. They no longer speak

Caroline Darian supported her mum as her father was revealed to be a sexual predator. Yet on realising she was his “second victim”, she felt abandoned.

Events

44 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

44 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

48 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

51 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

54 h. ago He’s accused of murdering a father and son. The police have jeopardised the case

The AFP is alleged to have “kidnapped” wanted fugitive Masood Zakaria in its quest to bring him to justice.

Events

54 h. ago He’s accused of murdering a father and son. The police may have jeopardised the case

Explosive documents reveal that the AFP is alleged to have “kidnapped” wanted fugitive Masood Zakaria in its quest to bring him to justice.

Events

54 h. ago Homecoming show hits the heights for Sir Elton John’s new favourites

The 39 Steps transforms a Hitchcock classic into a slick, enjoyable live entertainment with serious comic talent behind it, and should tickle a broad audience.

Events

55 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

55 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