31 h. ago This harbourside home wasn’t maximising the view. Then a young couple tore it up

The owners, including an interior designer, converted the two-bedroom, one-bathroom space into a Parisian-inspired three bedder.

Politics

55 h. ago Here’s an unpopular view about politicians: we need to give them post

When most MPs leave office, they’re unpopular and almost unemployable. If we want to stop them becoming lobbyists, we need to give them something to do.

Politics

64 h. ago This beachfront stunner boasts views of the Pacific Ocean through floor

From urban hideaways to coastal retreats, here are some of the best properties on the market in NSW right now.

Politics

3 d. ago ‘Conflict bait’: How MPs are turning tedious hearings into social media gold

Senators are seeing massive spikes in social media views and followers as they mimic the combative style of US congresspeople.

Politics

3 d. ago Lyon ‘absolutely filthy’ on stunning call to drop him from Gabba Test

Nathan Lyon’s fate was sealed after a final pitch inspection less than 90 minutes before the toss when Steve Smith and selectors bit the bullet to leave him out.

Politics

3 d. ago Inside the selection stunner that cost Lyon his spot, and why Cummins was left out

Nathan Lyon’s fate was sealed after a final pitch inspection less than 90 minutes before the toss when stand-in captain Steve Smith and selectors bit the bullet to leave him out.

Politics

3 d. ago Nine tonnes of fireworks to light up Sydney Harbour on New Year’s Eve

The City of Sydney expects more than 1 million people to watch the fireworks from 50 free viewing points, in addition to hundreds of thousands at home.

Events

5 d. ago Partygoers had gathered to cut the cake. Then came a popping sound

Patrice Williams thought the balloons had burst at her toddler’s birthday party, but then she saw her friends and family drop to the floor.

Politics

6 d. ago One of Melbourne’s hottest rooftop bars with slurpable cocktails, pizzas and city views

Johnny’s Green Room was reimagined last year with Karen Martini leading the menu.

Politics

7 d. ago Ten of the world’s top adventure playgrounds (including three at home)

If your ideal trip involves epic views and pristine nature, try these grand escapes.

Politics

7 d. ago The 14 beach and island escapes to do before they go mainstream

From the French Riviera to Asian and Pacific hideaways, these slices of paradise won’t be under-the-radar for much longer.

Politics

7 d. ago Melbourne Metro Tunnel as it happened: Cheers as first trains travel through Metro Tunnel; Delays after fire alarm, door issues

All the news and commuter views from the opening of the Metro Tunnel.

Events

7 d. ago Brisbane’s Olympic stadium stoush to hit the stage – but the fight’s not over yet

Protests over the Victoria Park stadium have inspired a stage show that takes an irreverent view of the development divide.

Events

8 d. ago On a sweaty dance floor, a friend’s revelation on motherhood stopped me in my tracks

We’ve heard of the ‘fourth trimester’, but the fifth is where the biggest shifts happen

Politics

8 d. ago I’ve been ocean swimming for 40 years; I know where the sharks are

My swimming group stays about 100m offshore. Most fatalities occur where the waves are breaking. It’s all about education.

Politics

9 d. ago Ocean views, quiet neighbours and a $165,000 price tag: The other property boom

Like Australia’s housing crisis, high demand and land scarcity have led to another accommodation crunch: we’re running out of grave sites to bury our dead.

Economics

9 d. ago Best properties on the market in Sydney and surrounds right now

This Balgowlah Heights beachfront home is an oasis of calm, combining robustly handsome Australian beachfront style and Mediterranean mood.

Politics

1 week ago The return of ‘a meal and a deal’? New tenant revealed for Coco’s site in South Perth

Long lunches with a view are returning to the South Perth foreshore, with the Meat & Wine Co revealed as the tenants for the old Coco’s site.

Politics

1 week ago Aerial view of the Mushroom Area of Wadi Rum Desert, in Jordan

Aerial view of the Mushroom Area of Wadi Rum Desert, in Jordan, with the impressive cliffs and mountains.

Politics

2 w. ago AFP issues warning after arrests over alleged threats to multiple MPs

The Australian Federal Police has put those with extremist views "on notice" after charging three men over alleged threats to members of parliament.

Events