8 h. ago Fifteen Test matches in a year is too much. The Wallabies are paying the price

England had all the answers at Twickenham – especially after they unleashed their second-half replacements.

Economics

9 h. ago Data reveals Victorians fleeing north as fallout from crime crisis continue

Victorians are beginning to opt for a sun and sea changes for multiple reasons, including continuing crime issues.

Events

11 h. ago Ukrainian troops battle to hold key town as Moscow says pincer closing

Russia says its troops killed all 11 members of a Ukrainian special forces team sent to the city on a mission to halt the Moscow’s advance. Ukraine denies the claim.

Politics

12 h. ago If I were picking Australia’s team for the first Ashes Test, this would be my XI

In the context of Perth’s challenging conditions, the choice of opener to partner Usman Khawaja is crucial. It shouldn’t be Konstas, Renshaw or Labuschagne.

Politics

12 h. ago If I was picking Australia’s team for the first Ashes Test, this would be my XI

In the context of Perth’s challenging conditions, the choice of opener to partner Usman Khawaja is crucial. It shouldn’t be Konstas, Renshaw or Labuschagne.

Politics

15 h. ago ‘Bashed, stabbed and spat at’: Violence in public hospitals on the rise

Queensland Health data shows rates of violence have almost doubled in Brisbane’s public hospitals in the last six years.

Events

16 h. ago Of the things going wrong at universities, this issue rarely makes the headlines

To restore their social licence, universities need to reconnect with students and what matters to them. Food insecurity is high on the list.

Politics

17 h. ago ‘Trapped’, ‘traumatised’ Chatime franchisees sound warning as they flee bubble tea chain

Several former bubble tea store operators claim the global beverage giant has left them tens of thousands of dollars in debt.

Events

17 h. ago Is a Kimberley cruise too wild for a nervous traveller? I found out

I’m not a fearless traveller. When a crew member warns there are crocodiles everywhere we will cruise, I consider staying on the ship for the next 10 days.

Politics

17 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

26 h. ago Nine injured as hail hits school fair, thousands lose power in SEQ storms

The school fair was pummelled by hail as severe storms ripped through the region, with the bureau warning extreme conditions could continue into Sunday.

Events

27 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

28 h. ago Thousands lose power as storms hit SEQ, with region bracing for more severe weather

The Bureau of Meteorology issued an alert at midday on Saturday warning of widespread hazardous weather and severe thunderstorms across parts of Queensland from about 1pm this afternoon. 

Events

31 h. ago SEQ braces for afternoon of severe thunderstorms, heavy rain

The Bureau of Meteorology issued an alert at midday on Saturday warning of widespread hazardous weather and severe thunderstorms across parts of Queensland from about 1pm this afternoon. 

Events

32 h. ago Trump doubles down on nuclear tests as Russia issues warning

If the US resumes testing its weapons, Russia will as well, the Kremlin says – an intensification that would restart Cold War-era tensions.

Events

33 h. ago This massive tip stinks and is home to a plague of seagulls. Owners want to triple its size

Cleanaway wants to make Melbourne’s biggest tip bigger to manage rubbish loads, but the regulator warns this would worsen litter, vermin and odour problems.

Politics

36 h. ago The Ashes are here and Australia still haven’t found an opener. But mess isn’t all of selectors’ making

It’s called the hardest gig in Test cricket for good reason, and proper Test openers have always been scarce. But now the production line has ground to a standstill.

Politics

41 h. ago Is it OK to return my neighbour’s cigarette butts to his side of the fence?

Getting into an ongoing, back-and-forth game of tossed-butt fence-tennis could have consequences, warns our Modern Guru.

Politics

41 h. ago Treat or trick? Why Trump won the trade truce but may yet lose the war

The US president has effectively wielded tariffs as a weapon to beat other countries into advantageous deals. But Beijing has shown it can - and will - fight back.

Politics

46 h. ago Put your general knowledge to the test with the Good Weekend quiz

Trivia buffs: can you get a perfect score in the interactive superquiz.

Politics