2 h. ago How Charlie Kirk’s social media machine rewired a generation’s politics

When news broke that Taylor Swift was engaged, Charlie Kirk took to TikTok: “Submit to your husband, Taylor. You’re not in charge,” he said in a video viewed 7.5 million times. It shows how Kirk harnessed the attention economy to build a political empire that has shattered the left’s grip on young voters.

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7 h. ago The stress on NSW hospitals is real, and should be taken seriously

While the statewide picture is grim, alarm bells are sounding loudly at one of the most controversial institutions: the Northern Beaches Hospital.

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7 h. ago Children’s face painter among those rounded up in blitz on alleged paedophiles

An IT worker who allegedly posed as a girl to solicit nude photos from teenage boys was also charged after the raids across Sydney, the Central Coast and the Southern Highlands.

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7 h. ago The mother of all preliminary finals takes centre stage, with Pies the support act

It is rare for the leviathan Collingwood Football Club, the club that draws eyeballs and attention like no other, to be overshadowed in a weekend of preliminary finals. It will be this time.

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13 h. ago Brisbane vs Gold Coast AFL LIVE: Kings of the jungle rule as Lions dominate QClash final, set up Collingwood blockbuster

It’s the 30th and most important contest between the Lions and the Suns - the winner earning the right to take on the mighty Magpies in an MCG preliminary final. Follow along for all the action.

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15 h. ago Premier League LIVE: Ange Postecoglou’s Nottingham Forest take on Arsenal

The Ange Postecoglou era at Nottingham Forest begins with a tough test against the Gunners. Follow it live.

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15 h. ago Brisbane vs Gold Coast AFL LIVE: Finals QClash lives up to the hype: Lions roar to life over bitter rivals

It’s the 30th and most important contest between the Lions and the Suns - the winner earning the right to take on the mighty Magpies in an MCG preliminary final. Follow along for all the action.

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19 h. ago NRL 2025 LIVE updates: Panthers find their rhythm through Papali’i as reigning premiers take the lead

The Warriors host the Panthers in the first of this weekend’s elimination finals, before the Sharks go head-to-head with the Roosters. Follow all the action.

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20 h. ago Rugby Championship LIVE: Argentina stretch lead after Wallabies fail to capitalise on Suaalii stunner

The Wallabies are seeking back-to-back wins after their thrilling victory in Townsville last week. Follow all the action.

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21 h. ago Rugby Championship LIVE: Argentina take early lead after Suaalii stunner

The Wallabies are seeking back-to-back wins after their thrilling victory in Townsville last week. Follow all the action.

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22 h. ago Rugby Championship LIVE: Wallabies take on Argentina at sold out Allianz Stadium

The Wallabies are seeking back-to-back wins after their thrilling victory in Townsville last week. Follow all the action.

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31 h. ago Jury taken behind the scenes of famed outback pub in trial of former manager

The trial has heard allegations of drug-taking, forged payslips and sexualised banter as the Roebuck Bay Hotel’s former manager stands accused of rape and indecent assault.

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31 h. ago Treaty is a substantial step towards reconciliation and justice

The establishment of a treaty between the state government and First Peoples is welcome. Reconciliation will never come without bold political action and genuine leadership.

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36 h. ago One of Australia’s iconic outback drives will stir your soul

This iconic outback driving route takes you through a wilderness of worn-down mountains and yawning gorges. Here are seven of its highlights.

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36 h. ago This Australian ship takes European river cruising to a new level

An almost a century-old hand at international and domestic travel has unquestionably raised the level and quality of design for river ships with this new offering.

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38 h. ago ‘I think we have him’: Trump says suspect in custody over Kirk shooting

A suspect in the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at a Utah university has been taken into custody, US President Donald Trump has told Fox News.

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39 h. ago State and territory leaders call on government to address aged care

State and territory leaders are calling on the federal government to do more to address the aged care system as hospital beds are being taken up by the elderly.

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40 h. ago Iconic venue hosting global stars one step closer to reopening

An iconic venue that has hosted global stars is one step closer to reopening.

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42 h. ago Australian War Memorial changes book prize rules to reject Ben Roberts

When the judges announced acclaimed journalist Chris Masters as the winner, it proved a step too far for the institution.

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43 h. ago As thousands of bank staff found out this week, the future of work’s already here

Big lay-offs by major banks show AI is moving low-cost jobs offshore while rewarding high-value roles in leadership. What happens to the people in the middle?

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