55 m. ago Mokbel starts his first full day of freedom with a morning walk

Tony Mokbel started his weekend by going for a morning walk with supporters in north-east Melbourne.

Politics

68 m. ago Hugh once delivered cheese to the Queen. Now he’s built the key to synthetic life

The first-ever synthetic multicellular organism is ready to come to life after a Sydney breakthrough 10 years in the making.

Politics

1 hour ago Rumaysa endured racism at school for years, and says indifference is fuelling its rise

Reports of racism in Victoria’s schools are surging as the Education Department receives at least one complaint every school day – a 28 per cent increase in 12 months.

Events

5 h. ago Labor primary vote exposed in key states despite recovery this year

An exclusive survey shows the Labor primary vote has fallen in NSW and Victoria from the level the party reached at the last election.

Politics

12 h. ago Brisbane doctor jailed for trafficking ‘breathtaking amount’ of drugs

The doctor, who sold the medication to bikie gangs in amounts that required a garbage bag, bought more drugs than pharmacies or hospitals.

Events

15 h. ago A curfew and a smartphone ban: The bail conditions that will control Tony Mokbel’s life

Tony Mokbel will have his first full day of freedom in almost 20 years this weekend. But 31 bail conditions will control what he does.

Technology

16 h. ago As it happened: ASX falls sharply as fallout continues from Trump tariffs; worst trading day on Wall Street since 2020 as $2.4 trillion wiped

Read all the headlines from day eight of the 2025 federal election campaign on Friday, April 4.

Politics

16 h. ago Suitors come knocking for Star Entertainment’s slot in $20m Everest

Racing NSW will have no trouble finding a new slot-holder for the crown jewel in its spring racing carnival.

Politics

18 h. ago ABC live TV broadcast disrupted by vile outburst on Sydney street

An ABC reporter was delivering a live report from outside NSW parliament when an unknown man approached and allegedly shouted antisemitic remarks.

Politics

19 h. ago The offensive tweet set to cost Mark Latham more than $500,000

The former NSW One Nation leader is facing a massive legal bill following a defamation loss last year.

Economics

19 h. ago Eels make $500k payment to close the book on Hayne salary cap scandal

The ghosts of the Parramatta salary cap scandal were about to be revisited in court until a secret settlement was made.

Economics

19 h. ago Dramatic fall for former lawyer who went from political novice to president in just a year

South Korea’s Constitutional Court removed impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol from office on Friday, ending his tumultuous presidency.

Politics

19 h. ago Implementing NSW drug summit recommendations should not be delayed

The 2024 NSW drug summit has called for a shake-up of criminal justice and policing, and an end to the use of strip searches and sniffer detection dogs at music festivals.

Politics

20 h. ago The target is on Voss’ back in part because his players can’t hit them

In the coming days and weeks, we will likely see a closing of ranks around Michael Voss. Carlton’s examination of their failings will look far beyond the once-traditional practice of sheeting blame home to the coach.

Events

21 h. ago Tony Mokbel walks free from custody for first time in 18 years

The drug kingpin will wear an ankle bracelet, report to police daily and be subject of a curfew after three Court of Appeal justices released him on bail.

Politics

21 h. ago Drug kingpin to fugitive to free man: Mokbel walks after 18 years behind bars

The drug kingpin will wear an ankle bracelet, report to police daily and be subject to a curfew after three Court of Appeal judges released him on bail.

Politics

22 h. ago Economic turmoil created by Trump’s tariffs will affect everything from coffee to interest rates

The turmoil caused by Trump’s “Liberation Day” has been more wide-ranging than even the president could have expected. But what does it mean for me?

Politics

23 h. ago The park where Anzac Day comes early, beneath Australia’s oldest Lone Pine

Each year hundreds flock to the Anzac service that is held in Wattle Park a week before Anzac Day. This year, it will be two weeks early.

Politics

23 h. ago Federal election 2025 LIVE updates: ASX falls sharply as fallout continues from Trump tariffs; worst trading day on Wall Street since 2020 as $2.4 trillion wiped

Read all the headlines from day eight of the 2025 federal election campaign on Friday, April 4.

Politics

24 h. ago WA news LIVE: Perth man in court over online child abuse allegations; Boy left with broken jaw after alleged ‘head stomping’

Follow our live coverage here.

Events