4 h. ago Democratic politician assassinated, another wounded in targeted overnight shootings

A large-scale manhunt is under way for a suspect who posed as a police officer to shoot and kill a lawmaker and her husband in their home, while wounding two others.

Politics

10 h. ago Smith’s race against time: The sickening injury that puts star’s West Indies tour in doubt

Placed on a splint for the next two months, Steve Smith’s finger will be a major impediment to batting, and he will need to test it out soon if he still intends to play in the Caribbean.

Events

11 h. ago North Melbourne vs Fremantle LIVE: Roos, Dockers trade goals early; Jezza says Cats have Smith’s back; the play that summed up the baby Bombers’ dirty day

Geelong dominated a rebuilding Essendon, looming as every bit the premiership threat. Next up: The Kangaroos face the Dockers at Optus Stadium.

Events

11 h. ago Teen charged, another on the run after stabbing and assault in Melbourne

A 19-year-old has been charged, and police are searching for another teen over an alleged stabbing and assault in a Keysborough shopping centre.

Events

12 h. ago NRL 2025 LIVE: Roosters on the board as Foketi scores first try of his NRL career

Roosters flyer Dominic Young will play his final 80 minutes for the Tricolours before moving back to the Knights as the two go head-to-head in Newcastle. Follow all the action.

Politics

12 h. ago Australian killed, another injured after Bali villa shooting

Two Australians were shot at a villa in Mengwi, Bali, according to local police, with one of them killed in the incident.

Events

13 h. ago NRL 2025 LIVE: Knights strike first as McCarthy and Lucas link

Roosters flyer Dominic Young will play his final 80 minutes for the Tricolours before moving back to the Knights as the two go head-to-head in Newcastle. Follow all the action.

Events

13 h. ago ‘It’s Panadol’: Australian man arrested in Bali for alleged cocaine possession

Video footage of the Lismore man claiming the substance is Panadol at his arrest has been widely shared on social media.

Events

23 h. ago Trump desperately wants to play ‘peacemaker’. This is the time to prove he can

Donald Trump promised to end the world’s hottest conflicts and usher in global peace. Now those hopes appear to be in shambles.

Politics

32 h. ago Hawthorn vs Adelaide LIVE: Heartbreak Hawks earn comeback win over Crows as Newcombe kicks the winner

Follow along for all the major moments and reactions as the Hawks and Crows play in Launceston tonight.

Politics

33 h. ago Hawthorn vs Adelaide LIVE: Crows, Hawks locked together in chilly final term; Rockliff praises Hawks, Tassie deal

Follow along for all the major moments and reactions as the Hawks and Crows play in Launceston tonight.

Politics

34 h. ago Hawthorn vs Adelaide LIVE: Gunston keeps Hawks within reach despite Crows dominant display

Follow along for all the major moments and reactions as the Hawks and Crows play in Launceston tonight.

Politics

34 h. ago Babysitter charged with alleged child sexual assaults in Perth

A Perth babysitter and teacher is behind bars, accused of allegedly sexually assaulting a toddler.

Events

35 h. ago Hawthorn vs Adelaide LIVE: Hawks, Crows brace for icy conditions as Launceston gets the Friday night spotlight

Follow along for all the major moments and reactions as the Hawks and Crows play in Launceston tonight.

Politics

35 h. ago The Blues and Storm great who taught a Maroon to soar on the field and in the classroom

As news filtered through that the Blues had suffered a huge disruption, a Queensland star declared a predictable ploy would remain in their play book.

Events

36 h. ago Hawthorn vs Adelaide LIVE: Hawks, Crows put AFL finals hopes on the line in Launceston

Follow along for all the major moments and reactions as the Hawks and Crows play in Launceston tonight.

Sport

37 h. ago Donald Trump is desperate to play ‘peacemaker’ – he’s just had a nuclear setback

Donald Trump promised to end the world’s hottest conflicts and usher in global peace. Now those hopes appear to be in shambles.

Politics

39 h. ago ‘I’m not sure how many fans are watching’: Test final Amazon deal questioned by players’ boss

Paul Marsh believes cricket must fight harder against the football codes in the war for relevance in Australia, fearing that the national sport is only truly visible for around two months of the year

Sport

40 h. ago ‘Not remotely similar’: Lawyer for Aussie film slams copyright lawsuit

The team behind Aussie body horror Together were sued by a US filmmaker alleging copyright infringement last month.

Politics

40 h. ago Perth babysitter and primary teacher charged with multiple child sex offences

Police allege Kurt David Charlton was working as a babysitter in various Perth suburbs when he indecently dealt with children under 13 years old.

Society