95 m. ago Anthony Albanese’s ballooned caucus risks becoming an albatross

The 16 per cent caucus increase is a win for Albanese but risks becoming a challenge, as party elders warn controlling a larger caucus comes with managing ego and ambition.

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2 h. ago Former Age photographer identified as victim of Footscray assault

Dominic O’Brien, 62, died from injuries following an altercation in Melbourne’s inner west last Sunday.

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6 h. ago ‘I’ve come a long way’: Sam Konstas returns to Australian Test team, inked and inspired

After a rollercoaster start to his career, the young star is back for the Tests against the West Indies with a fresh tattoo and a sharpened focus as he eyes a permanent spot at the top of the order.

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8 h. ago Watching the watchdog: Why new ARLC powers hurt the match review committee

There are good reasons why the NRL’s match review committee has been an independent body, filled with experts. The ARLC being able to charge players itself might do more harm than good.

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23 h. ago NRL LIVE updates: Wests Tigers take on Raiders at Campbelltown

Jarome Luai backs up from Origin for the Tigers against the second-placed Canberra Raiders, with Ricky Stuart’s son Jed making his NRL debut.

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23 h. ago NRL LIVE updates: Raiders hang on as Tigers comeback falls just short

Jarome Luai backs up from Origin for the Tigers against the second-placed Canberra Raiders, with Ricky Stuart’s son Jed making his NRL debut.

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23 h. ago Three men found guilty of toolbox drowning murder in retrial

A jury has found three men guilty of the murder of Iuliana Triscaru and Cory Breton in a toolbox at a Logan creek in a second trial.

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24 h. ago Players concerned about NRL’s ‘unfettered power’ to lay charges

The RLPA believe the ARLC’s new powers to cite players are unnecessary.

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24 h. ago Mum’s plea for justice as cops hunt hooded figure over ‘horrific’ murder

James Pakis, 34, was senselessly stabbed in a Sydney apartment. His mother has vowed to be “the voice” of her son as she fights to get him justice.

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25 h. ago Paul Snowden opens up on split with dad as new stable makes city debut

Paul Snowden has long wanted to escape the shadow of his father, Peter. He hopes Lunaite can provide an early lift for his new stable on Saturday at Randwick.

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26 h. ago New cycle, old questions: Australia’s big ‘reset’ in the Caribbean

Australia’s three-Test tour of the West Indies shapes as a defining reset, with key selection calls ahead of a new WTC cycle and home Ashes.

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31 h. ago Hunt for hooded figure wanted for questioning over ‘horrific’ Sydney stabbing

Police said they are “seeking justice” for 34-year-old James Pakis, as they released footage from the night of his alleged murder earlier this year.

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32 h. ago WA news LIVE: West Coast’s Jeremy McGovern medically retired after concussion; State government defends WA’s rising debt

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33 h. ago ‘A missed opportunity’: West Australians react to the state budget

Every line item in Labor’s ninth consecutive budget handed down on Thursday will have a real impact on West Australians. Here’s how the community has responded.

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34 h. ago Police release CCTV as investigations continue into fatal Belmore stabbing

Detectives have released CCTV as part of an ongoing investigation into the alleged fatal stabbing of a man in Sydney’s south-west earlier this year.

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37 h. ago Gangster has survived four murder plots: How Samimjan Azari became Sydney’s most marked man

For years, Azari has worked his way up the pecking order of the notorious Alameddine crime network. It could cost him his life.

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43 h. ago Fremantle vs Essendon LIVE: Five straight wins for Freo; Mission Improbable is exactly that for Dons

We’re back for another Thursday night of AFL action. Tonight undermanned Essendon head west for a clash against Fremantle at Optus Stadium The Dockers (8-5) will be eyeing off a potential percentage boost.

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44 h. ago Fremantle vs Essendon LIVE: Plucky Bombers within striking distance at HT; Big Oscar Allen update

We’re back for another Thursday night of AFL action. Tonight undermanned Essendon head west for a clash against Fremantle at Optus Stadium The Dockers (8-5) will be eyeing off a potential percentage boost.

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45 h. ago Fremantle vs Essendon LIVE: Classy Dockers working their way to the top vs Dons

We’re back for another Thursday night of AFL action. Tonight undermanned Essendon head west for a clash against Fremantle at Optus Stadium The Dockers (8-5) will be eyeing off a potential percentage boost.

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46 h. ago Fremantle vs Essendon LIVE: Dons to unleash ‘double V’ in daunting Freo clash

We’re back for another Thursday night of AFL action. Tonight undermanned Essendon head west for a clash against Fremantle at Optus Stadium The Dockers (8-5) will be eyeing off a potential percentage boost.

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