6 h. ago Victoria’s hot seats LIVE updates: Labor MP heckled at community forum over Palestine, antisemitism; Greens take campaign north to ALP territory in Wills

Join us over the next four weeks for an in-depth look at the candidates, hot-button issues, and a breakdown of the policies and campaign promises in four key Victorian electorates.

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7 h. ago ‘Encouraging players to lie down’: Calls for overhaul after 12 charges issued

We break down how coaches and players have reacted to the NRL’s high tackle crackdown, and the bold move one coach has called for.

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8 h. ago Umpires hit out at AFL, claiming Scotch College facilities not up to scratch

Tensions have been building for years within umpiring ranks over the league’s refusal to offer them a permanent training base. They’ve even had to train at local soccer grounds underneath the West Gate Bridge.

Events

8 h. ago Could Kiss coach the Reds and the Wallabies? Rugby Australia is open to the idea

The prospect of Les Kiss coaching the Queensland Reds and Wallabies next year is firmly on the agenda after Rugby Australia boss Phil Waugh’s visit to Brisbane on Tuesday.

Sport

9 h. ago Victoria’s hot seats LIVE updates: Jewish community hears from candidates in Macnamara; Greens take campaign north to ALP territory in Wills

Join us over the next four weeks for an in-depth look at the candidates, hot-button issues, and a breakdown of the policies and campaign promises in four key Victorian electorates.

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10 h. ago Train timetables are stuck in ‘the 1990s’ for Melbourne’s north and west

New analysis shows Melbourne’s north and west have far fewer hours of frequent train services each week compared the city’s south-east, or similar rail lines in Sydney and Perth.

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10 h. ago Oligarchs, receptionists and an accidental inmate: The comedy festival hits its final fortnight

From a show that is “workplace comedy at its best” to a true story with a twist, here are our latest reviews.

Events

11 h. ago Apple’s collapse shows that cosying up to Trump is no safety guarantee

For years, Apple boss Tim Cook has become something of a horse-whisperer figure in his dealings with Donald Trump. But now, his delicate manoeuvres have hit a brick wall.

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11 h. ago ‘Players don’t want to do it’: Scott’s grim warning on future of coaching; Pies play ‘long game’ with De Goey

Essendon coach Brad Scott says players don’t want to enter coaching when they finish playing. Meanwhile, Craig McRae has spoken on the ongoing injury issues affecting Jordan De Goey.

Events

12 h. ago Victoria’s hot seats LIVE updates: Zoe Daniel’s Goldstein war chest revealed; Greens take campaign north to ALP territory in Wills

Join us over the next four weeks for an in-depth look at the candidates, hot-button issues, and a breakdown of the policies and campaign promises in four key Victorian electorates.

Events

12 h. ago ASX drops as Trump’s tariffs kick in, dealing 104 per cent hit to China

The Australian sharemarket has slumped during a choppy session, as the Trump administration ramped up the pressure on China and imposed its sweeping global tariffs.

Politics

13 h. ago Federal election 2025 LIVE updates: Dutton commits to further cuts to migration, announces gas policy; PM won’t confirm request for call with Trump

Read the live blog for rolling coverage of the second week of the 2025 federal election campaign.

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13 h. ago ‘I have no need to speak to them’: Hinkley’s take on Hawks rivalry; McRae’s Pies will play ‘long game’ with De Goey

All eyes will be on how Power coach Ken Hinkley handles this Sunday night’s battle with the rampaging Hawks. Meanwhile, Craig McRae has spoken on the ongoing injury issues affecting Jordan De Goey.

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13 h. ago Cyndi Lauper delivers potent nostalgia hit with ’80s classics and charming stories

Our reviewers give their verdicts on all the biggest shows around town.

Events

14 h. ago Dawn Singleton’s family launch legal action against Nine, Sydney Morning Herald

The lawsuit over images of the Bondi Junction stabbing victim centres on the use of the photographs in media reports.

Politics

15 h. ago Swillhouse’s bar Shady Pines Saloon to close after dispute resolved with landlord

The venue helped redefine the city’s bar culture, before allegations of sexual misconduct rocked its parent company. Now the site is being turned into a private members’ club.

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15 h. ago Fallen Star: The inside story of how a casino was brought undone

Star was already on its knees when carded play was introduced to its Sydney casino, a measure that brought it completely undone.

Politics

15 h. ago Federal election 2025 LIVE: Peter Dutton announces Liberal Party’s gas policy; PM won’t confirm request for call with Trump

Read the live blog for rolling coverage of the second week of the 2025 federal election campaign.

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15 h. ago Goodbye Sydney, next stop Tasmania? I got to ask John Longmire the question we’re all thinking

Will one of the greatest brains in Australian rules football really step away from coaching for good?

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17 h. ago Famous brother and freakish ruckman: The early contenders to go No.1

The pecking order for this year’s AFL draft is starting to emerge.

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