8 h. ago NSW billionaire buys Brisbane’s most famous pub in the shadow of Lang Park

Nick Politis, owner of the Sydney Roosters, made the $50 million purchase after months of secret negotiations.

Economics

18 h. ago My friend may have died, but I only have to remember her and she is there

All Souls’ Day is a time to remember those who have gone. When I hear a few bars of Beethoven, my friend is with me.

Politics

19 h. ago Fancy a brain boost? A dietitian recommends this popular sushi ingredient

Chef Vincent Lim shares his day on a plate.

Politics

19 h. ago How to build a Bear: New NRL club hits market with $12m cheque – and a warning from Wayne Bennett

Now they can start signing players, the Perth Bears must build a competitive roster from scratch. Will they Moneyball their way to success or blow the cash?

Events

28 h. ago ‘Just keep a lid on it’: Zahra wins four on Derby Day but wants more as cup carnival continues

Mark Zahra rode four winners on Victoria Derby Day including Observer in the feature race on a glorious spring day at Flemington.

Politics

29 h. ago Derby Day LIVE updates: ‘Just keep a lid on it’: Zahra wins four but wants more as cup carnival continues

Follow along for live updates, fashion and news from Victoria Derby Day at Flemington as the spring racing carnival continues.

Politics

29 h. ago The highs and lows of racing: Zahra’s dream Derby Day as Prebble opens up on life

A crowd of 86,112 were witness to a memorable Derby Day, where leading Melbourne trainer Ciaron Maher’s group 1 double was overshadowed by Mark Zahra’s dream run.

Politics

29 h. ago Inside the Derby Day Birdcage: Ley steers clear of fashion critiques

The Birdcage is back, if you are a politician at least, and with “net-zero Nationals” to cramp their style, some notable Liberals were having a field day.

Politics

30 h. ago Derby Day best dressed: My Fair Lady and gangster vibes the big winners

People love a dress code. “It makes things easier,” says stylist Lana Wilkinson about the tradition of wearing black and white to Derby Day. Here’s who cracked the code.

Politics

30 h. ago Derby Day LIVE updates: Watch: Pride Of Jenni storms to stunning win while Zahra dominates Derby Day

Follow along for live updates, fashion and news from Victoria Derby Day at Flemington as the spring racing carnival continues.

Events

31 h. ago Derby Day LIVE updates: ‘No one is riding better’: Zahra dominates Derby Day with victory on favourite Observer

Follow along for live updates, fashion and news from Victoria Derby Day at Flemington as the spring racing carnival continues.

Politics

31 h. ago ‘I’d do anything to get half my body back’: Prebble opens up on life

Tom Prebble has opened up about the day he lost all feeling below the waist as he visits Flemington on a day Mark Zahra reigns supreme.

Politics

31 h. ago Planning your Cup Day look? Maybe pack a brolly and gumboots

The weather bureau forecasts up to 15 millimetres of rain across much of Melbourne for Cup Day, bringing back memories of one of the wettest races on record.

Politics

31 h. ago Cup Day weather: Wet forecast means a brolly and gumboots might be in order

The weather bureau forecasts up to 15 millimetres of rain across much of Melbourne for Cup Day, bringing back memories of one of the wettest races on record.

Politics

32 h. ago Derby Day LIVE updates: ‘I’d do anything to get half my body back’: Ahead of the Derby, Prebble opens up on life

Follow along for live updates, fashion and news from Victoria Derby Day at Flemington as the spring racing carnival continues.

Politics

33 h. ago Derby Day LIVE updates: Late Derby twist at Flemington, while Sussan Ley steps out after Joy Division backlash

Follow along for live updates, fashion and news from Victoria Derby Day at Flemington as the spring racing carnival continues.

Politics

34 h. ago Derby Day LIVE updates: “Princess” Payne among the Flemington royalty on Derby Day

Follow along for live updates, fashion and news from Victoria Derby Day at Flemington as the Spring Racing Carnival continues.

Politics

35 h. ago Derby Day LIVE updates: Flemington awash in black and white as Waller storms to win on Derby Day

Follow along for live updates, fashion and news from Victoria Derby Day at Flemington as the Spring Racing Carnival continues.

Events

36 h. ago Derby Day LIVE updates: Punters descend on Flemington racecourse as Melbourne weather finally shines

Follow along for live updates, fashion and news from Victoria Derby Day at Flemington as the Spring Racing Carnival continues.

Politics

43 h. ago The ‘James Bond moment’: Why the sky is full of helicopters on Melbourne Cup day

One after another, they arrive, with their VIP passengers on board, before taking off again.

Politics