89 m. ago AFL teams and experts’ tips: Stars return, big names miss as teams swing changes

All the ins and outs for round nine are here.

Sport

4 h. ago ‘Do I even know how to play rugby?’ Battling Wallabies star ready to miss Lions tour

In a remarkably raw interview, Taniela Tupou opens up on his form slump and why he is prepared to miss out on selection to face the British and Irish Lions.

Sport

4 h. ago The Murdochs wanted secrecy. The media want the world to watch

The Murdoch legal feud has moved to a higher court but has remained a ghost case with barely any official recognition of proceedings.

Events

8 h. ago Would you pay $135 to watch a squad get named? Welcome to Lions mania

After four years of feverish debate, the British and Irish Lions will announce a squad to tour Australia on Thursday night. Here is everything you need to know.

Economics

12 h. ago Brisbane news live: Queensland politicians get a pay rise | Three dead after house fire, as two more children lose fight for life

For the latest updates as they happen in Brisbane and beyond, follow us here.

Politics

24 h. ago Marnus firms for opening role as Australian squad for Test final takes shape

Marnus Labuschagne is favoured to join Usman Khawaja at the top of the order and tip out Sam Konstas when Australia faces South Africa to bid for back-to-back World Test Championship titles at Lord’s next month

Politics

24 h. ago Marnus firms to pip Konstas for opening role as Australian squad for Test final takes shape

Marnus Labuschagne is favoured to join Usman Khawaja at the top of the order and tip out Sam Konstas when Australia faces South Africa to bid for back-to-back World Test Championship titles at Lord’s next month.

Politics

35 h. ago ASX set to fall, Trump tariff uncertainty hurts Wall Street giants; Aussie dollar rises; NAB results out

US stocks are sinking as AI mania on Wall Street loses more steam and as more companies scrub their forecasts for upcoming profits because of uncertainty created by President Donald Trump’s tariffs.

Politics

37 h. ago ASX set to fall, Trump tariff uncertainty hurts Wall Street giants

US stocks are sinking as AI mania on Wall Street loses more steam and as more companies scrub their forecasts for upcoming profits because of uncertainty created by President Donald Trump’s tariffs.

Politics

38 h. ago Trump sours on trade deals, says he’ll set a price to ‘shop’ in the US

The American president likened the US to a “super luxury store” – and said that if you want to buy, you’ll have to pay.

Politics

39 h. ago ‘Very mad’: Niki Savva’s identity stolen with fake social media account

An account on X bearing the name of the prominent political pundit has been gaining big traction with its silly tweets. The real Niki Savva is not amused.

Politics

48 h. ago He hasn’t played a Test for three years. But Joe Schmidt just kept this veteran’s Lions dream alive

James O’Connor last played for the Wallabies in 2022, but coach Schmidt appears to have left the door open to a stunning recall for the British & Irish Lions series.

Events

49 h. ago I watch TV for a living. This episode is the craziest thing I’ve seen.

Nathan Fielder has been known for more than a decade as the king of absurd, cringe comedy. He just outdid himself in The Rehearsal.

Politics

51 h. ago Former Kiwi top cop Mike Bush named as Victoria's next chief police commissioner

Former New Zealand Police Commissioner Mike Bush has been appointed as the incoming Chief Commissioner of Victoria Police.

Events

52 h. ago The Lynagh family is already famous in Australian rugby. It could make history in the Lions series

Tom Lynagh is in prime position to follow in the footsteps of his father, Michael, and play for the Wallabies against the British and Irish Lions.

Sport

55 h. ago Can a Wallabies golden boy earn shock recall? His mentee believes so

Twelve years ago, he steered the Wallabies against the British and Irish Lions. Is James O’Connor ready to earn his shot at redemption?

Events

56 h. ago Former Kiwi top cop Mike Bush named as Victoria's next police commissioner

Former New Zealand Police Commissioner Mike Bush has been tapped as the incoming Chief Commissioner of Victoria Police.

Events

62 h. ago Former New Zealand police chief to be named Victoria's new police commissioner

New Zealand's former police commissioner, Mike Bush, will cross the Tasman to lead Victoria's police force.

Events

63 h. ago Choke on that, baby! Shooter McGavin fancies a stay at The White Lotus

Playing Shooter McGavin in Happy Gilmore made Christopher McDonald a household name. With the long-awaited sequel just around the corner, the actor is eyeing a new role.

Events

3 d. ago Already seen Conclave? Watch these papal election films instead

From female popes to Rock ’n Roll pontiffs, here are five films beyond Conclave that explore the process of choosing a new Holy Father.

Politics