11 h. ago Those collectors rummaging through our bins? Our recycling system relies on them

The Return and Earn scheme has dramatically cut litter while boosting recycling, but are the environmental benefits coming at a social cost?

Politics

48 h. ago The big problem with Carlton’s list: Key takeouts from round 15

There is a major obsession with Carlton’s headline acts but less focus on how much they rely on battlers, recycled players and reclamation projects. And, was Ross right? We analyse the free kicks awarded against tagger Marcus Windgaher.

Politics

5 d. ago Game, set, lunch: AO Reserve masters tennis, dining and the experience

For Australia’s summer of sport, the AO Reserve reliably offers an unforgettable experience.

Politics

5 d. ago ‘I see it going smoothly’: Bont about to get ball rolling on Dogs contract

Bulldogs fans cannot yet breathe a sigh of relief, but there is little chance of their champion captain departing Whitten Oval any time soon.

Politics

6 d. ago Trump has made perfectly clear he’ll decide what ‘America First’ means, even if MAGA don’t like it

The Tucker Carlson and Ted Cruz interview encapsulated the MAGA debate about US involvement in the Middle East. But there can only be one winner.

Politics

6 d. ago Trump rules MAGA like a religious leader – Iran won’t tear this cult apart

The Tucker Carlson and Ted Cruz interview encapsulated the MAGA debate about US involvement in the Middle East. But there can only be one winner.

Politics

7 d. ago $50 levy for ‘free’ green bins: Brisbane residents slugged in ‘tax

All Brisbane residents will be charged an extra $50 waste levy to cover the cost of rolling out green bins across the city, whether they choose to have a green bin, or not.

Economics

7 d. ago Man released after 'mistaken identity' arrest for 2003 wheelie bin murder

Police in India arrested a man they thought was on the NSW police's most wanted list.

Events

7 d. ago Fit and rested Harry’s Bar chases second success at Canterbury

If Harry’s Bar was a shade vulnerable first-up, that will not be the case when the reliable mare chases her second career win on Wednesday.

Politics

8 d. ago Accused Bali bomber Hambali to face military trial after 22 years in detention

Encep Nurjaman – once described as “the Osama bin Laden of South-East Asia” – will face pre-trial proceedings in September for the first time since he was captured in 2003 and sent to Guantanamo Bay.

Events

8 d. ago Brisbane’s budget will be handed down tomorrow. Here’s what we know so far

With the Brisbane City Council set to announce its 2025-26 budget on Wednesday, glamping at Mount Coot-tha might not be on your bingo card – but what should be?

Politics

1 week ago Why Europe needs a defence deal with Australia – and why we need it, too

In a dangerous world, where the US can no longer be assumed to be a reliable partner, Australia needs to listen to the EU’s pitch for a security partnership.

Politics

1 week ago How to talk to your child about global chaos (while they’re watching Bluey)

You must acknowledge their emotions and validate their feelings, but most importantly, never, ever speak when Bingo speaks.

Events

1 week ago Old king coal is spluttering as power plants age out of usefulness

Fossil fuels are still the dominant source of electricity, but the owners of coal plants are increasingly unlikely to spend money to make them reliable.

Politics

1 week ago The snow gods, with a little help from their human friends, have ski industry rejoicing

Victoria’s snow season kicked off with a large dump of snow, but the alpine industry now relies on human intervention to ensure slopes are skiable for longer.

Politics

2 w. ago ’We’re a team within a team: Lomax lifts lid on selfless act that sealed victory in Origin I

Brian To’o’s sin-binning on the stroke of half-time spelled trouble for NSW. Fellow winger Zac Lomax offered to plug the gap himself, ensuring the Blues were able to weather the Maroon storm.

Politics

2 w. ago ‘Are you making this up?’: Accused killer mushroom cook confronted by prosecutor

On her sixth day in the witness box, Erin Patterson was quizzed about how much beef Wellington she ate, the plates she served it on, the leftovers found in her bin, and her claims of feeling unwell.

Events

2 w. ago Gen Z is reliving my youth. I’m scared to point out why they’re wrong

It was the era of One Direction and Girls. I lived through it, but what would I know?

Politics

2 w. ago Revealed: The Sydney councils planning massive bin fee hikes

Councils across greater Sydney are planning significant increases in the amount of money ratepayers have to fork out to have their household waste bin collected.

Politics

2 w. ago ‘One of the toughest decisions we have had to make’: Tottenham part ways with Ange Postecoglou

The Australian manager was relieved of his duties less than three weeks after guiding the London giants to the Europa League title.

Politics