30 m. ago Gov’s ability to read the play ranks him among the best defenders of the modern era

Pundits and pub-goers will argue for years to come where McGovern sits in the all-time greats of the game.

Politics

6 h. ago An embarrassing incident ruled Mal Lanyon out of the top job in 2021. Now he’s the frontrunner

As the deadline draws near to be considered for the role of NSW Police Commissioner, an incident outside Goulburn’s Big Merino is wagging tongues again.

Politics

6 h. ago Lifting the mask: Squid Game’s villain Front Man reveals (almost) all

For three seasons, Lee Byung-hun has been the game’s cold-hearted controller. Here, he offers his thoughts on what was really going on behind the mask.

Politics

6 h. ago Two years ago he was diagnosed with blood cancer. Now he’s frontrunner to replace Goyder as AFL commission boss

At least 12 of the 18 AFL clubs are supportive of the former Collingwood president Jeff Browne taking over the league commission.

Events

6 h. ago Two years ago he was diagnosed with blood cancer. Now he’s frontrunner to be the next AFL chairman

At least 12 of the 18 AFL clubs are supportive of the former Collingwood president Jeff Browne taking over the league commission.

Science

7 h. ago Why the Lions tour is rugby’s greatest spectacle – and it’s finally returning to Australia

Rugby’s last great adventure returns to Australia, uniting four nations, 40,000 fans and one golden opportunity for the Wallabies to make history

Sport

17 h. ago NRL LIVE updates: Wests Tigers take on Raiders at Campbelltown

Jarome Luai backs up from Origin for the Tigers against the second-placed Canberra Raiders, with Ricky Stuart’s son Jed making his NRL debut.

Politics

17 h. ago NRL LIVE updates: Raiders hang on as Tigers comeback falls just short

Jarome Luai backs up from Origin for the Tigers against the second-placed Canberra Raiders, with Ricky Stuart’s son Jed making his NRL debut.

Politics

18 h. ago Mum’s plea for justice as cops hunt hooded figure over ‘horrific’ murder

James Pakis, 34, was senselessly stabbed in a Sydney apartment. His mother has vowed to be “the voice” of her son as she fights to get him justice.

Events

21 h. ago WA treasurer, AFL boss hold quiet talks for February State of Origin

WAtoday and Nine News Perth can reveal Rita Saffioti met with the AFL chief executive in February and that State of Origin was top of the agenda.

Politics

23 h. ago Lions reject golden point, bristle at ‘southern hemisphere’ sledge

The Lions have knocked back a golden point proposal from Rugby Australia, and fired back at suggestions they have too many Aussies, Kiwis and South Africans in the squad.

Politics

24 h. ago The Great British Heatwave has officially arrived – and this is just the beginning

With a health alert in place until Monday and thermometers nudging 34 degrees, the country famous for queuing in drizzle is now lining up shirtless for ice-cream.

Politics

40 h. ago ‘Shot of whiskey’: How Ricky Stuart will cope with son’s Canberra debut

The veteran coach feels like a proud father every time he hands a player a debut. On Friday, it’s for real, as Jed Stuart becomes Raider No.414.

Politics

40 h. ago ‘Shot of whisky’: How Ricky Stuart will cope with son’s Canberra debut

The veteran coach feels like a proud father every time he hands a player a debut. On Friday, it’s for real, as Jed Stuart becomes Raider No.404.

Politics

42 h. ago Continuity the key as Schmidt sticks with trusted Wallaby troops for Lions

Joe Schmidt has picked just two bolters and one overseas star in his Wallabies squad ahead of the British and Irish Lions series next month.

Politics

47 h. ago Brumbies speedster bolts into Wallabies squad as big names miss out

Joe Schmidt has unveiled his first Wallabies squad for the year, ahead of the British and Irish Lions series next month.

Events

52 h. ago Identities of three Australians charged with murder over Bali villa ambush revealed

The Australian government is urgently seeking further information from local authorities after the arrests of the men, who could face the death penalty if tried and convicted in Indonesia.

Events

55 h. ago Why the greatest beauty aid known to womankind isn’t found in a beautician’s chair

I’m not against the odd tweakment, but face-fiddling to the point of zombification is taking this anti-ageing angst way too far.

Politics

64 h. ago A message stick, aching feet and great expectations as truth walk ends

A 500-kilometre Walk for Truth is complete, and those who have told their truths expect a treaty.

Politics

65 h. ago From Dengue fever to Lions bolter? The burning questions around the Wallabies squad

Joe Schmidt will name a 40-man squad on Thursday ahead of the British and Irish Lions series next month. We answer the big questions.

Events