11 h. ago The Vegetable Plot that’s hard to ‘beet’ for young audiences

A new dad’s brainwave to keep playing music but at family-friendly times has spawned a beloved children’s group with fans worldwide.

Politics

41 h. ago They bullied the bottom nine, but were stagnant in September: Why the Crows fell short

Adelaide made massive strides, from 15th last year to minor premiers this year. But their next step up will be the most difficult, and they’ll need to make some hard calls to make it.

Politics

47 h. ago How to blanch fresh produce to preserve flavour, colour and texture

This back-pocket technique is a quick way to make the most of fruit and vegetables.

Politics

52 h. ago ‘More attracted to the Tasmanian job’: Buckley moves on from Melbourne’s selection process

Nathan Buckley says he’s more enticed by coaching an AFL start-up team in Tasmania compared to taking the reins at Melbourne, days after he said the Demons’ selection process was too quick.

Politics

55 h. ago Potent Magpie Bobby Hill unlikely for Saturday’s prelim showdown

Collingwood are unlikely to risk Norm Smith medallist Bobby Hill in Saturday’s epic preliminary final against the Brisbane Lions.

Politics

57 h. ago ‘Safe to visit’: Businesses hit by hunt for alleged police killer urge tourists to return

Businesses hard hit by the ongoing search for Dezi Freeman have welcomed a $2.5 million rescue package for the region. 

Events

58 h. ago Catastrophic forecast pushes case for Australia to spend big and cut hard on emissions

Heat deaths will increase more than 400 per cent in Sydney and will nearly triple in Melbourne at 3 degrees of global warming.

Economics

64 h. ago ‘Hard to recapture the passion’: AFL announces return of State of Origin, but one footy state has been snubbed

AFL chief executive officer Andrew Dillon confirmed Western Australia will play Victoria in Perth at Optus Stadium on February 14 – the first State of Origin game since 1999.  

Politics

4 d. ago The jungle kings are shaken but still standing. The Pies will find them hard to bring down

The injury-hit Lions may not be in full health, but their game remains strong enough to worry Collingwood coach Craig McRae heading into another blockbuster MCG final between two of the competition’s powerhouses.

Politics

4 d. ago Australians arrested over alleged plot to arm rebels who kidnapped Kiwi pilot

The two men, from Queensland and NSW, also allegedly discussed sourcing Australian military weapons for the West Papua insurgents. 

Events

4 d. ago The AFL is its own beast. That’ll make finding Goyder’s replacement fascinating

The process of choosing a new AFL Commission chairman is as complex as the plot of the Oscar-nominated movie, Conclave.

Politics

4 d. ago ‘I’d feel like I couldn’t survive’: For these Sydneysiders, having a garden is a primal need

Finding somewhere to garden is increasingly hard for older Australians, yet the emotional and physical benefits are significant. And it is a green way to fight loneliness.

Events

5 d. ago Facts secondary to overarching plot line as wild speculation about Kirk shooting abounds

Charlie Kirk’s death was immediately entangled in a miasma of deliberate falsehoods, honest mistakes and half-baked guesswork.

Events

5 d. ago A handful of actors play a cast of thousands in this Hitchcock thriller with a twist

The 39 Steps transforms a Hitchcock classic into a slick, enjoyable live entertainment with serious comic talent behind it, and should tickle a broad audience.

Events

5 d. ago Homecoming show hits the heights for Sir Elton John’s new favourites

The 39 Steps transforms a Hitchcock classic into a slick, enjoyable live entertainment with serious comic talent behind it, and should tickle a broad audience.

Events

5 d. ago The Queensland school with the best (and healthiest) tuckshop meals

From hiding vegetables to playing with them, the state’s 2025 tuckshop recipe awards have produced a colourful line-up – and creative winner.

Politics

6 d. ago Prominent MAGA activist Charlie Kirk shot while speaking at Utah university

Video circulating on social media appeared to show Kirk being hit in the neck while speaking to a large audience from an outdoor tent. He has been taken to hospital in an unknown condition.

Politics

8 d. ago ABC radio boss backs struggling Melbourne breakfast duo amid ratings woes

The latest radio survey had more bad news for the ABC’s breakfast duo, as 3AW enjoyed an audience spike, putting it back into the top spot.

Politics

8 d. ago Australia’s richest families plot country’s tech reboot at private summit

They control billions of dollars in wealth. Now some of the nation’s most powerful families have met in a bid to reshape the economy and debate its future.

Politics

8 d. ago Double agent: How Nathan Cleary’s younger brother is helping plot Panthers’ downfall

Jett Cleary is an up-and-coming halfback at the Warriors who meet the Panthers side of older brother Nathan and dad Ivan in an elimination final on Saturday.

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