5 h. ago Bring us blockbusters: Frontrunners emerge for Sydney’s second film studio

The state government has released a key detail as it attempts to attract producers away from the Gold Coast and back to Sydney.

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5 h. ago She helped save the Melbourne Cup, then read on social media that her job was at risk

Dr Grace Forbes is rarely mentioned in the same breath as star former jockey Michelle Payne, but both have had a profound effect on the history of the Melbourne Cup. On Friday, Forbes’ time at Racing Victoria officially came to an end.

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5 h. ago ‘That’s been keeping her going’: David Campbell’s Christmas wish for Magda Szubanski

When the Today Extra co-host steps onto the Carols By Candlelight stage, there are two people he hopes will be watching.

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17 h. ago With the Ashes on the line, Stokes didn’t bowl. England say he was ‘knackered’ from batting

The tourists insisted their talismanic captain wasn’t injured, but his absence from the bowling attack on a critical day helped Australia take another huge step towards retaining the Ashes.

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17 h. ago How an anonymous tipster cracked the US university shooting case

Known only as “John”, the source is being hailed by investigators as the key figure who gave law enforcement the details needed to track down the suspected killer.

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24 h. ago TikTok signs deal to sell US unit to group led by Trump’s billionaire friend

The deal is a major step toward resolving years of uncertainty about the short video app’s future in the United States.

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30 h. ago The Ashes third Test day two recap: He’s past McGrath – could Nathan Lyon actually reel in Warne’s 708

Despite his advancing years and a frustratingly inactive summer, the great off-spinner could still challenge the all-time record for Australian Test wickets.

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30 h. ago How many VCE exam papers were marked this year? Take The Age quiz

Test your knowledge of Melbourne and Victoria with Stephen Brook’s quiz.

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40 h. ago In the UK, protesters are arrested for calling for an ‘intifada’. The NSW treasurer has just declared it hate speech

The state government will step up monitoring of hate speech to “stamp out the culture of antisemitism” as Palestine advocates defend use of the controversial “intifada” phrase.

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40 h. ago NSW treasurer declares ‘intifada’ protest chant is hate speech

The state government will step up monitoring of hate speech to “stamp out the culture of antisemitism” as Palestine advocates defend use of the controversial “intifada” phrase.

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42 h. ago Albanese, at crucial moment for his leadership, steps up to the plate on antisemitism

The prime minister faced days of criticism from Jewish leaders and the Coalition that he had not taken antisemitism seriously. He finally stepped up on Thursday.

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45 h. ago The Ashes 2025 third Test day two LIVE updates: Cummins gets Root as England lose fourth wicket; McGrath’s wild reaction to Lyon’s wickets

Australia continue their first innings on day two of the third Test against England at Adelaide Oval. Follow along for live updates.

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46 h. ago The Ashes 2025 third Test day two LIVE updates: Lyon passes McGrath for second on Australia’s wickets list, has England in a spin at lunch

Australia continue their first innings on day two of the third Test against England at Adelaide Oval. Follow along for live updates.

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48 h. ago Former NRL star Jake Friend fronts court over alleged domestic violence incident

Police have applied for a domestic violence order against the former Roosters captain and current head of the club’s junior academy.

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57 h. ago Sheedy laments Essendon’s talent drain; Star Saints forward has further surgery; more key changes for Bombers

Essendon CEO Craig Vozzo is stepping down from the role after three years to return to South Australia, while the Bombers announced Andrew McGrath as Zach Merrett’s replacement as skipper.

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57 h. ago Sheedy laments Essendon’s talent drain; Star Saints forward has further surgery

Essendon CEO Craig Vozzo is stepping down from the role after three years to return to South Australia, while the Bombers announced Andrew McGrath as Zach Merrett’s replacement as skipper.

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66 h. ago Star Saints forward has further surgery; Essendon make key changes as Vozzo steps down, McGrath steps up

Essendon CEO Craig Vozzo is stepping down from the role after three years to return to South Australia, while the Bombers announced Andrew McGrath as Zach Merrett’s replacement as skipper.

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2 d. ago Essendon CEO Craig Vozzo steps down, McGrath announced as new skipper

Essendon chief executive Craig Vozzo is stepping down from the role after three years to return to South Australia, while the Bombers have announced Andrew McGrath as Zach Merrett’s replacement as skipper.

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2 d. ago How Putin’s favourite pop star became ‘most hated woman in Russia’

Vladimir Putin’s favourite singer has been stung by a public backlash after a court case left a young mother homeless and $3.3 million out of pocket.

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3 d. ago ‘Right time in my life’: Essendon CEO Craig Vozzo steps down for family reasons

Essendon chief executive Craig Vozzo is stepping down from the role after three years to return to South Australia to be with his family.

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