48 m. ago More of the city’s pools to close as North Sydney hits yet another delay

Councils are trying to avoid another North Sydney pool fiasco as they spend millions on lengthy renovations.

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8 h. ago The ‘Japanese blood’ plan that could drastically change rugby’s player market

For years, cashed-up clubs in Japan have raided Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands for stars. But the numbers of players being poached may soon dry up.

Sport

9 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

9 h. ago ‘What can we do?’: Their favourite son now a Sun, Tigers seek to stem bleeding of Indigenous talent

Richmond’s investment in Indigenous talent was a cornerstone of their golden era. A few short years later, Daniel Rioli is playing against them, and Indigenous player numbers are falling at the Tigers and across the AFL.

Politics

15 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.

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17 h. ago AFL LIVE: Bombers hold on in Good Friday thriller but face losing star ruck to serious injury

The Kangaroos went down badly to Carlton at Marvel. Follow along live for the action on Good Friday as West Coast host Essendon in Perth in the second match.

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18 h. ago AFL Good Friday LIVE: Nervous moments for Dons as Eagles still lead; Blues destroy lowly Roos

The Kangaroos went down badly to Carlton at Marvel. Follow along live for the action on Good Friday as West Coast host Essendon in Perth in the second match.

Politics

18 h. ago Did we back the wrong war in the ’60s? Now Putin’s Russia is knocking on the door

Instead of backing West Papuan nationhood 60 years ago, Australia joined the US in suppressing Vietnam’s. Are national security chickens coming home to roost?

Events

19 h. ago AFL LIVE: Danger signs for Dons as Eagles lead; Blues annihilate Roos in Marvel fizzer

The Kangaroos are going down badly. Follow along live for the second-half action from Marvel Stadium here. Later on, Good Friday West Coast host Essendon in Perth.

Politics

19 h. ago Vigil for man shot dead by police after witness questions why Taser, pepper spray weren’t used

Footscray residents are questioning why police didn’t use tasers or pepper spray before fatally shooting a man who charged at them with a knife in Melbourne’s inner west overnight.

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19 h. ago Man arrested over alleged sexual assault of elderly Sydney woman

A man has been arrested over the alleged sexual assault of an elderly woman at Merrylands in Sydney’s west.

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19 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

19 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

20 h. ago AFL Good Friday LIVE: Can Carlton win by 100 points? Blues charging as Kangas fall to pieces

The Kangaroos are going down badly. Follow along live for the second-half action from Marvel Stadium here. Later on, Good Friday West Coast host Essendon in Perth.

Politics

20 h. ago Coffee and croissants easier to find as Good Friday has cafes buzzing

A decade ago it would have been challenging to find a spot for coffee or brunch on a public holiday, but a growing number of cafes are opening over the Easter weekend.

Politics

22 h. ago AFL Good Friday LIVE: Warm conditions for Roos v Blues; Neale blasts online trolls

Hello and welcome to our live coverage of Good Friday footy. There are two matches today. The action begins in Melbourne in remarkably warm conditions with Carlton clashing with North Melbourne. Later West Coast host Essendon.

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24 h. ago Good Friday wild weather warning as cyclone moves closer to WA coast

Errol had been heading west away from Australia before it made a sharp U-turn and is now moving towards the Kimberley coast.

Events

25 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

26 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

28 h. ago ‘Someone’s about to die’: Woman kidnapped, child bashed, before body found in burnt

A body, believed to be that of a woman kidnapped by masked home invaders, has been pulled from the back seat of a burnt-out car in Sydney’s south-west.

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