98 m. ago Why people are leaving Australia in the highest numbers since the pandemic

Population growth is easing, but there’s a dynamic in the visa system that shows why the numbers aren’t falling even faster.

Politics

5 h. ago Faulty wiper, communications system forces Perth passengers off C

Passengers on Wednesday were told to get off their service entering the Perth underground and catch the next train because the train could no longer continue service.

Politics

6 h. ago The Fed continues to watch and wait for Trump’s tariffs to bite

The US central bank has kept interest rates on hold as Trump’s tariffs and their potential fallout leave its members as confused as everyone else.

Politics

26 h. ago What you need to know about Iran’s nuclear program as Israel ramps up strikes

Find out if Iran is close to making a nuclear bomb, the fallout of blowing up nuclear sites, and how Israel’s nuclear stockpile measures up.

Events

36 h. ago Taxpayers fork out almost $500m to shield Metro Trains from pandemic fallout

Victoria is paying Metro Trains to offset lower passenger revenue, ensuring the private rail operator records bumper profits despite patronage falling as a result of work-from-home habits.     

Economics

57 h. ago Disruption to morning train commutes easing after police incident at Southern Cross Station

An incident requiring emergency services at Victoria’s largest train station has caused train cancellations.

Events

58 h. ago Disruption to morning train commutes after police incident at Southern Cross Station

An incident requiring emergency services at Victoria’s largest train station has caused mass train cancellations.

Events

3 d. ago On track: The train line winning prizes and transforming Perth

The Morley-Ellenbrook line’s domination of this year’s WA Architecture Awards acknowledges how rail is reshaping our city.

Politics

4 d. ago New Anzac metro station opened up for ‘trainspotter’s block party’

Thousands partied underground at the new Anzac Station for RISING, mixing trainspotting with tunes from Briggs ahead of the new Metro Tunnel’s opening.

Society

4 d. ago ‘At what point do we stop picking him’: Axe hovers over Labuschagne but fellow opener safe for Ashes

Australian coach Andrew McDonald reveals the selection fallout from Australia’s failed world Test championship tilt.

Politics

4 d. ago How Payne Haas helped end Laurie Daley’s first spell in charge of NSW

Payne Haas once helped the Queensland Maroons prepare for an Origin game by playing the role of Andrew Fifita in training. He wishes he never had.

Politics

5 d. ago ‘I’ve got that dog in me, bra’: Why Luai’s inclusion is a big win for Blues

Jarome Luai was impossible to miss at his comeback training session with NSW – and Mitchell Moses’ replacement will bring a new dimension to Laurie Daley’s side.

Politics

5 d. ago Cummings backs Golden Mile to challenge for farewell Godolphin group 1

James Cummings looks to have his last chance at a farewell group 1 win as Godolphin’s head trainer this weekend, and he’s looking to Golden Mile to deliver.

Politics

6 d. ago End to train chaos in sight as workers ordered to vote on wage deal

The government and rail unions reached an in-principle agreement, but one union tried to block a vote. A decision on Friday cleared the path for it to go ahead.

Society

6 d. ago Your questions: Is it safe to travel on Paris’ trains from the airport?

Travelling from Charles de Gaulle Airport into central Paris is fast and generally safe, but take a few precautions.

Transport

6 d. ago Why James Cummings picked Hong Kong over ‘bricks and mortar’ of Leilani Lodge

Trainer had to weigh his family’s legacy stables at Randwick against the security of an invitation from the prestigious Hong Kong Jockey Club.

Politics

7 d. ago Disruptions, detours for city buses over 10 weekends in next Metro build

Overlapping with an overhaul of 150 Brisbane bus routes, final tests to greenlight the new Adelaide Street Metro and busway tunnel will shut CBD tunnels.

Politics

7 d. ago ‘I’m here to bring the shield back home’: Luai answers Daley SOS after injury floors Moses

Jarome Luai arrived in NSW camp late on Thursday vowing to help NSW clinch the series after a late call-up to replace injured five-eighth Mitchell Moses.

Events

7 d. ago Can’t afford the Indian Pacific? Try this bargain outback train instead

While you won’t get the luxuries of the famous cross-continent train, you’ll at least be able to enjoy some of the same views.

Politics

8 d. ago Cummings to train in Hong Kong as Maher firms for Randwick stables

Godolphin Australia’s head trainer will head for Asian racing capital for 2026 season.

Politics