4 h. ago Force and Brumbies table deals for Lomax as RA considers top

The Western Force and Brumbies remain the most likely destinations for Zac Lomax, with Rugby Australia yet to determine the size of any potential top-up deal.

Politics

30 h. ago Corporate deals, a family feud, court battles: The year in media

A wave of corporate deals shook up the Australian media landscape in 2025, while the Murdoch family feud over succession reached its culmination.

Events

60 h. ago Victorian government warns people planning to protest in Melbourne

The Victorian Government has warned anyone who protests in Melbourne in the aftermath of the Bondi terror attack will be "dealt with by police".

Events

3 d. ago The ‘secret sauce’ in TikTok’s US deal led by Trump’s billionaire friend

American officials have previously warned that ByteDance’s algorithm is vulnerable to manipulation by Chinese authorities, who can use it to shape content on the platform in a way that’s difficult to detect.

Politics

3 d. 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.

Politics

3 d. ago ASX set to rise as Wall Street jumps; WiseTech to take no further action against White; TikTok deal reached

US stocks are jumping on Thursday following an encouraging report on inflation that could help the Federal Reserve keep cutting interest rates next year.

Events

3 d. ago What’s the happiest country in the world? Take the Brisbane Times Quiz

Test your knowledge of local, national and international news with the last current affairs quiz of the year.

Politics

3 d. ago ‘Huge conflict of interest’: Trump’s $600 million windfall after nuclear deal

Trump Media has announced a $9.1 billion merger with a nuclear fusion company in a deal that has attracted criticism - and already made the president a lot of money.

Economics

3 d. ago ‘Huge conflict of interest’: Trump Media to merge with nuclear fusion company in $9.1 billion deal

An unusual pairing of the Trump name with a futuristic clean energy venture has been announced, and it is already attracting criticism.

Economics

3 d. ago Edgerton, Byrne and Elordi vie for AACTA international awards

The country’s brightest hopes for Oscar nominations next year are being recognised by the Australian academy.

Events

4 d. ago Melbourne activists warned not to use Bondi grief for protests

“If you are going to come into the city and whip up hate and division you will be dealt with by police,” Premier Jacinta Allan said.

Events

4 d. ago How to deal with confronting images after Bondi terror attack

Today Tech expert Trevor Long and clinical psychologist Doctor Anastasia Hronis on how can you navigate social media and what can you do to process the Bondi tragedy.

Events

4 d. ago Fifty years on, this Charlie Brown festive special still moves me to tears

How a boy, a beagle and a blanket became a polemic on loneliness, hope and dealing with the commercialism of Christmas.

Politics

5 d. ago They opted to study this demanding diploma instead of VCEs. Now the wait is over

Students who chose to take the International Baccalaureate opened their results on Wednesday morning, a week after their VCE peers. 

Politics

5 d. ago Rich lister revealed as likely buyer for Derrimut 24:7 Gym chain

The group’s founder Nik Solomos is expected to remain involved in the business if creditors approve the $34.15 million deal.

Politics

5 d. ago Lindian inks build deal in boost to Malawian rare earths plant upgrade

Lindian Resources has awarded the D&C contract for its Kangankunde’s rare earths processing plant in Malawi, locking in delivery certainty and boosting the economics.

Politics

5 d. ago ‘I wouldn’t have staked any money’: Abigail shocked by perfect IB score

Some 742 students sat the International Baccalaureate across 21 NSW schools this year. Several have achieved top marks.

Events

5 d. ago FIFA to offer limited number of cheap World Cup tickets after backlash

A small group of Australian fans will be able to get $90 tickets for Socceroos matches at next year’s FIFA World Cup following global outrage at ticket prices.

Politics

5 d. ago Tale of two tickets: Why the better deals are on international flights

Travellers face different options when booking for international trips: more competition, more value for money, and even the benefit of “launch pricing”.

Politics

5 d. ago Cameron Green just made a record $4.17m. But the IPL will keep $1m

The all-rounder is now the highest-paid international player in IPL history, though a new IPL rule has cost him a six-figure sum.

Politics