2 h. ago Bombers approach former player they traded away to join board

An off-season of change continues at Essendon, with the club looking to a man it once traded away to replace Dean Solomon on the board.

Events

4 h. ago Western suburbs parking spot fight lands in court amid allegations of knife threat

It’s not your run-of-the-mill criminal trial. A stoush between two wealthy, successful women over a parking spot in the well-heeled western suburbs has landed in court with allegations one brandished a knife.

Events

4 h. ago ‘Make some tough calls’: Waugh takes aim at Bailey, selectors ahead of Ashes announcement

The Test legend has put the heat on national selectors, saying the time has come for them to stamp their authority on the team rather than let the players pick the side.

Politics

9 h. ago NRL set to tighten rules to avoid repeat of Galvin signing saga

The NRL will introduce beefed-up anti-tampering rules prohibiting club officials and agents making public comments deemed to be enticing or inducing a player to break a contract.

Politics

10 h. ago Victoria ups power price forecasts now that SEC a ‘market player’

The Energy Department has revised up its forecasts for energy prices now that the State Electricity Commission is competing in the private market.

Politics

15 h. ago Melbourne Cup results: From Half Yours glory to Buckaroo’s last spot

The official finishing order for this year’s Melbourne Cup, run over 3200 metres at Flemington. It was a triumphant day for Half Yours and jockey Jamie Melham, who won the race for the first time. Buckaroo finished last.

Politics

19 h. ago Knights fans feared they’d signed a $13m dud. Dylan Brown’s Test form put that to rest, says coach

New Knights coach Justin Holbrook says the club’s marquee signing has allayed concerns over his ability, but admits he still doesn’t know what role the Kiwis five-eighth will play next season.

Sport

19 h. ago Former NRL player Trent Merrin charged with alleged $140,000 cryptocurrency theft

The former Dragons forward, who has described himself online as a “cryptocurrency enthusiast”, was arrested at his home on Tuesday morning.

Technology

24 h. ago This Aussie busker has gone viral for his ‘Oasis show’. But he’s been playing this spot for years

Street musician Max Robinson has played a lot of shows in his life. But nothing quite like the one he did last Friday.

Politics

24 h. ago This Aussie busker has gone viral for his Oasis set. But he’s been playing this spot for years

“It was like having a choir up on the steps,” street musician Max Robinson says of last Friday’s post-gig performance at Southern Cross Station.

Politics

27 h. ago Tonga: We wouldn’t have let Katoa play if we’d seen this footage of warm

Tonga have been criticised for allowing Eli Katoa to play after a heavy clash during the warm-up before Sunday’s match – but officials insist they weren’t made aware crucial video of the incident.

Events

28 h. ago King tipped to take over at Manly after Mestrov confirms departure

Manly is likely to replace chief executive Tony Mestrov with another former player as Jason King emerges as the favourite to take Manly into a new era.

Politics

28 h. ago Former captain tipped to take over as Manly CEO after Mestrov confirms departure

A premiership-winning former player is the frontrunner to replace outgoing as chief executive Tony Mestrov and lead the Sea Eagles into a new era.

Politics

29 h. ago Former Aussie Test captain's cricket collection up for grabs

Kim Hughes is selling off a lifetime's worth of cricket memorabilia.

Politics

33 h. ago Aussie data centre operator lands $14.8b AI deal with Microsoft

The US tech giant has signed a $14.8 billion agreement to buy artificial intelligence computing capacity from Sydney-based Iren, becoming its largest customer.

Economics

33 h. ago From the brink to billionaires: Sydney brothers land $14.8 billion Microsoft deal

Four years ago, the ASX rejected Iren when it tried to list. Now, it’s signed one of the largest contracts ever awarded to an Australian technology firm.

Economics

33 h. ago Republicans and Democrats are all playing with fire – while people suffer

Donald Trump may not be in nearly as much strife as Sussan Ley, but he is facing a pivotal week in his presidency and, as winter approaches, skating on thin ice with many Americans.

Politics

33 h. ago Trump, Republicans and Democrats are all playing with fire – while people suffer

Donald Trump may not be in nearly as much strife as Sussan Ley, but he is facing a pivotal week in his presidency and, as winter approaches, skating on thin ice with many Americans.

Politics

44 h. ago My suburb’s name is a mystery, but it’s how you say our main drag that reveals if you’re a local

I’ve heard my outer Melbourne suburb referred to as “Tradie Town”, and while there are heaps of utes and Pete Murray covers played at the local pub, those who live here affectionately call it something else.

Politics

56 h. ago ‘True gentleman’: Panthers pay tribute to club icon John Farragher

The former front-rower, who suffered a life-changing spinal injury playing for Penrith in 1978, has died aged 68.

Politics