12 h. ago Frustrations boil over as Tupou swears at referee and misses crucial tackle in demoralising Waratahs defeat

Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii was outstanding for the Waratahs but it was an afternoon to forget for NSW after Taniela Tupou was accused of swearing at the referee in a 45-28 defeat to Moana Pasifika.

Events

18 h. 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

22 h. ago Cathartic rock and eshay rap at its finest: The best new Aussie music to hear

A monthly spotlight on our favourite new albums, singles and videos from local musicians.

Politics

26 h. ago Russell Brand charged by UK police with rape and sexual assault

The charges follow an 18-month investigation that was sparked when four women alleged they had been assaulted by the controversial comedian.

Events

31 h. ago The family bond that would make Zac Lloyd a ‘very special’ Nathan Berry Medal winner

A 10-year-old Zac Lloyd was a page boy at Nathan Berry’s wedding - just two months before the jockey’s tragic death. Now Lloyd is being tipped to win the award named in Berry’s honour.

Politics

39 h. ago Brisbane news live: New CCTV from Crystal Beale’s last night alive | Pair charged after family allegedly threatened with machete | Car of missing woman found

For today’s news updates in Brisbane and beyond as they happen, follow us here.

Events

41 h. ago Ute of missing woman found months after mysterious disappearance

The vehicle was found on Thursday afternoon following a tip-off.

Events

42 h. ago Brisbane news live: Pair charged after family allegedly threatened with machete | Car of missing woman found west of Brisbane

For today’s news updates in Brisbane and beyond as they happen, follow us here.

Events

43 h. ago Brisbane news live: Car of missing woman found west of Brisbane

For today’s news updates in Brisbane and beyond as they happen, follow us here.

Events

45 h. ago Talk of Trump leaving NATO is ‘hysteria and hyperbole’, Rubio tells Europe

On a reassuring mission, Trump’s most pro-Europe lieutenant says fears of a potential US withdrawal or scaling back protection are unwarranted.

Politics

46 h. ago This clue stumped our Mini Crossword testers. Can you answer it?

Tricky words can bring a whole puzzle to a screeching halt. I knew this one had missed the mark.

Politics

46 h. ago The day Elon Musk and Kanye West messaged ABC chair Kim Williams

An at times emotional Kim Williams told the Melbourne Press Club he’d learnt a lot about pile-ons in recent months.

Politics

56 h. ago Dogs forced to pay abuse victim millions; ‘Ashamed’ Allen apologises over Mitchell meeting; ‘Helpless’ Beveridge goes on the attack

The Bulldogs have lost a High Court appeal; Oscar Allen has spoken about his public meeting with Hawks coach Sam Mitchell; and Luke Beveridge has teed off at the AFL, saying there’s “total confusion” about tackling.

Events

56 h. ago Dogs forced to pay abuse victim millions; ‘Ashamed’ Allen apologises over Mitchell meeting

The Bulldogs have lost a High Court appeal; Oscar Allen has spoken about his public meeting with Hawks coach Sam Mitchell; and Luke Beveridge has teed off at the AFL, saying there’s “total confusion” about tackling.

Economics

59 h. ago Search for man allegedly linked to arson death of 'innocent' Melbourne woman

Police have released an image of a man they believe is responsible for the botched tobacco war firebombing at Truganina that killed an innocent woman.

Events

61 h. ago ‘Ashamed’ Allen apologises over Mitchell meeting; ‘Helpless’ Beveridge goes on the attack

Oscar Allen has spoken about his public meeting with Hawks coach Sam Mitchell, while the Western Bulldogs’ Luke Beveridge has teed off at the AFL, saying there’s “total confusion” about tackling.

Events

63 h. ago Woman faces murder charge, accused of giving man ‘lethal levels of medication’

Police said the 50-year-old woman had administered “lethal levels of prescription medication to accelerate the man’s death”.

Events

63 h. ago ‘Helpless’ Beveridge goes on the attack; Swans star out for two months

The Western Bulldogs’ Luke Beveridge has teed off at the AFL, and says there’s “total confusion” about tackling.

Events

66 h. ago Police release image of person of interest in firebombing tragedy

The facefit image, compiled from CCTV footage, is of a man police believe is linked to a house fire that killed innocent woman Katie Tangey in January.

Events

2 d. ago Sport’s ‘dirty secret’: Why performance anxiety is causing AFL players to miss games

Loss of muscle control. Breathing issues. Brain fog on the field. And players who try to play through it can be at risk of long-term harm.

Sport