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The growth of Australia's flexible office in 2024
Is an office just a bunch of walls and desks? Not according to an up-to-date working trend that is hitting all international markets, including Australia: The Flexible Office. read now...
Business is booming — defying newsroom doom and gloom
Australian businesses have had a highly profitable year. Thanks, Jim, thanks, Albo. read now...
Police protect merchants of death as Land Forces protest turns ugly
Melbourne police used brutal measures against protesters condemning the Land Forces 2024 arms convention, which was endorsed by the Victorian Government. read now...
Labor, listen up: Refugees are not okay
The Labor Government continues to ignore the plight of refugees awaiting permanent visas as the numbers campaigning for action increase. read now...
Big policy ideas that improve lives — Tim Walz nails it
Mick reckons Albo needs a big policy — Tim Walz has the right idea to improve lives read now...
ABC trails Coalition on its Road to Nowhere
The Coalition's ongoing disinformation campaign is increasingly being echoed and amplified by the national broadcaster, writes managing editor Michelle Pini. read now...
POEM: Sonnet on Australia's media hacks
This poem is an *IA Writing Competition (creative work category) entry. read now...
CARTOONS: Donald Trump — aliens are eating dogs
Trump's debate a dog's breakfast — bizarre claims of aliens eating dogs and cats. read now...
Barnaby Joyce — nuclear energy not as cheap as he thinks it is
Barnaby Joyce jumps on the nuclear energy bandwagon but gets his facts wrong. read now...
Funny dunny-man, Shane Jacobson
Actor Shane Jacobson posing in a toilet during a photoshoot to promote 'Kenny' — a hilarious Aussie movie about a man who delivers portable loos for a living. read now...
Fight or flight: Adapting to the climate crisis
If politicians continue to destroy our planet's resources and burn the atmosphere, there may be nowhere left to run as civilisations are reduced to nothing. read now...
International law being abandoned for self-defence
The international rule of law is increasingly abandoned and that void is filled by the law of the jungle. read now...
UK arms curb exposes Australia's role in Israeli war crimes
A decision by the UK Government to curb arms exports to Israel has brought into question Australia's reluctance to do the same. read now...
Soldier of courage: An open letter to David McBride
Naomi Fryers pens the following to a fellow writer, a father, a lawyer, a soldier and a stoic truth-teller unsurprisingly made Crikey’s 2023 person of the year. read now...
Census gender inclusion ruffles Right-wing feathers
Conservatives are kicking up a fuss after the announcement of gender and sexuality questions being announced for the 2026 Census. read now...
Colombia enters top five asylum source nations
The Department of Home Affairs is struggling to keep up with a massive rise in visa applications from Colombian asylum seekers. read now...
NSW Government criminal policies ensuring koala extinction
Dire threats to koala survival in NSW are virtually guaranteeing the species extinction, all facilitated and approved by the Minns Government. read now...
Government rationale for student visa caps revealed
The recent announcement of student visa cap numbers highlights the power play between the Education and Immigration departments. read now...
Norway a world leader in broadband access
Norway boasts an impressive telecommunications infrastructure in both home and mobile broadband access. read now...
ANZ reaches new low in breaching agreement over Katoomba closure
ANZ CEO Shayne Elliott has put his reputation on the line by failing to disclose the closure of two regional banks while giving evidence in a parliamentary inquiry. read now...
POEM: Plastic Apocalypse
This poem is an *IA Writing Competition (creative work category) entry. read now...
UK Labour’s Scrooge makeover
The Labour Party, under Keir Starmer’s PM-ship, has managed to morph from its cuddly, compassionate self into a politically predatory beast. read now...
Latest snapshot of Albo’s economy defies mainstream media negativity
The national accounts for the June quarter do not support the popular narrative of a severe cost of living crisis, as Alan Austin reports. read now...
BOOK REVIEW: The Echidna Strategy: Australia’s Search for Power and Peace
Sam Roggeveen's 'The Echidna Strategy' is a great direction for the future of Australia's role in the Indo-Pacific and its international relationships. read now...
The economic debate that Treasurer Chalmers has won
Treasurer Jim Chalmers is blaming successive interest rate rises for the lack of economic growth, despite the RBA's misguided opinion. read now...
Gina Rinehart drills, digs and destroys
It appears Gina Rinehart has a PR problem. read now...
Ukraine’s incursion into Kursk offers possibilities and difficulties
Russian President Vladimir Putin is facing grim decisions following a Ukrainian offensive that may result in him bombing his own citizens. read now...
War's devastation eclipses all victories
This poem is an *IA Writing Competition (creative work category) entry. read now...
POEM: Digital Serfs
This poem is an *IA Writing Competition (creative work category) entry. read now...
The case of the missing lawn mower
Bazza is geared to go global with a pub test when Mick draws his attention to a local drama. read now...
POEM: There are no Australians
This poem is an *IA Writing Competition (creative work category) entry. read now...
In the Beginning... as at the End
This short story is an *IA Writing Competition (creative work category) entry. read now...
Refugees aren’t illegal — No one is 'illegal'
Taking in refugees should be a fundamental part of being a responsible citizen nation of the world, not a policy rooted in a 'successful' cost-benefit analysis. read now...
Book Review: The Bravest Scout at Gallipoli
Ryan Butta's 'The Bravest Scout at Gallipoli' explores the incredible story of Harry Freame, the fearless Australian war hero with deep ties to Japan read now...
CARTOONS: Bill Shorten calls it quits — Libs lost for myths
Shorten goes from challenger to chancelloring. Libs on the hunt for new Albo challenger myth. read now...
Government rules see autonomy deleted for the disabled
With the Government making it difficult for disability pensioners to leave the country for over 28 days, family reunions and other important affairs become difficult. read now...
Death merchant expo to meet peaceful resistance
A gathering of arms dealers and warmongers in Melbourne will be met with protests by peace activists as Victorian police prepare to retaliate. read now...
Rape gangs in the UK
Ten years on from an explosive report into child sexual abuse, Johanna Higgs discusses the unacknowledged racial dynamics in heinous cases of gang rape in the UK. read now...
8 Practical ways to boost the resale value of your property
Boosting the resale value of your property is a strategic way to ensure you get the best return on your investment when it's time to sell. read now...
Student cap hysteria overblown
Dr Abul Rizvi analyses the Government's new student visa caps and whether these will adequately address issues of sustainable growth, skill shortages and strengthening integrity. read now...
Temporary graduates in immigration limbo on the rise
Despite tightening student visa policy, temporary graduate numbers are rising, providing further challenges to the Government's net migration target. read now...
Pillow scams, AI and the Russians
In search of relief from neck pain, Norm Sanders was caught in a pillow scam orchestrated in another continent. read now...
A champion of justice reform: Vale Mervyn Langford
I write this as a memorial, a celebration of my friend, Mervyn Langford, who died on 14 July 2024. read now...
CARTOONS: Donald Trump — the artful 'dodger'
Avoiding bullets, dodging tax payments... escaping gaol time. read now...
Fixing democracy first step against perils of war and climate crisis
The world's population needs a more influential role in its own governance, working closely with elected officials to build a safer future. read now...
Palestinian plight humanised in Shakespearean story
What does the Palestinian conflict have in common with the works of William Shakespeare? One book merges the two worlds into a touching story. read now...
NBN market sees smaller telcos gain ground
Smaller telcos have seen a rise in the NBN market and increased competition among their bigger peers as the broadband market evolves. read now...
NACC boss dodges questions over $1 million salary
The boss of the embattled National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC), Paul Brereton, has been paid almost $1 million by taxpayers in the role to date. read now...
Chalmers on track to join Keating and Swan as world’s best treasurer
The latest economic news confirms the Albanese Government is responding to uncertain times remarkably well, as Alan Austin reports. read now...
NSW Labor ignores environmental threats with another useless panel
NSW Premier Chris Minns’ latest effort to ensure the ongoing destruction of koala habitat is the establishment of an “Independent Forestry Panel”. read now...
Content creators give mainstream journalists valid competition
Social media content creators are offering political commentary that is more trustworthy than some of the major news outlets. read now...
NT kicks off 'opportunity' plan by locking up children and throwing away key
Managing editor Michelle Pini discusses the alacrity with which the incoming Northern Territory CLP Government aims to lower the age of criminal responsibility, among other Draconian measures. THE NORTHERN TERRITORY has elected another Country Liberal Party Government. This iteration comes complete with a platform that prioritises lowering the age of criminal responsibility to ten years and reint [...] read now...
POEM: Balancing
This poem is an *IA Writing Competition (creative work category) entry. read now...
POEM: Dublin Mosaic
This poem is an *IA Writing Competition (creative work category) entry. read now...
Reward cards — the real deal
Bazza gives Mick some flak about flybuys over a few cold ones. read now...
A Guinness World Records experience
Dean Frenkel recalls the bizarre yet fascinating time he stayed in a hotel with Guinness World Record artists. read now...
The brumby whisperer
Horse handler Greg Powell, pictured at dusk with one of the brumbies he'd trained after capturing the wild horse in Australia's Kosciuszko National Park. read now...
65 reasons why Dutton is unfit to be PM
No stranger to controversy, Peter Dutton's offensive pattern of behaviour continues to darken his political career. read now...
Oasis reunites (sort of) as Foo Fighters fight Trump
The big news this week is the return of one of the UK's most successful bands, while Donald Trump lets his entitlement show by stealing music. read now...
Byron Bay's iconic Bluesfest calls it quits
Another iconic Australian festival closes its doors as the live music scene continues to dwindle. read now...
Belarus: A pawn in Putin’s strategic chessboard
The escalating military tensions between Ukraine and Belarus have underscored the complex and precarious security environment in Eastern Europe. read now...
Punished for the truth: David McBride's first hundred days in prison
David McBride has reached the 100-day milestone of imprisonment for telling the truth about Afghan war crimes. read now...
Rule Britannia! The art of rioting for beginners
With rioting reaching fever pitch in the UK, it's time to reflect on the causes and possible solutions to this period of civil unrest. read now...
Peter Garrett to review Melbourne Orchestra amid Zionism fallout
Musician and former Arts Minister Peter Garrett has been appointed to conduct a review of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra following internal controversies. read now...
IA Writing Competition: More time to win prizes!
We're extending the IA Writing Competition until 31 October, so there's even more time to get your entries in for a chance to win! read now...
Deception and genocide part of Israel's arsenal against 'terrorism'
Under the pretence of fighting terrorism, Israel has bombardment thousands of innocents in its ongoing destruction of Gaza. read now...
Dutton’s Gaza gaffe prompts Paterson policy pickle
Shadow Home Affairs Minister James Paterson has again shown the Coalition's ignorance toward immigration policy following suggestions for Palestinian refugees. read now...
Transforming AI: The emergence of ethical biocomputing
Artificial intelligence is paving the way for advancements in biocomputing, where the human brain is key to the next level of technology. read now...
Queensland gag laws are a human rights violation
Laws preventing freedom of speech in Queensland need to be repealed to stop the legal gagging of truth. read now...
U.S. admits Australia a vital cog in America's war machine
A U.S. official has opened up about America's military intentions for Australia and it's importance in the AUKUS security pact. read now...
Defaming Dutton and Co or calling a racist a racist?
Managing editor Michelle Pini discusses defamatory statements versus inarguable facts in relation to Peter Dutton's hurt feelings over being called out as racist, among other high-profile litigation. read now...
RBA deputy governor hits a few prophets for six
An insightful speech by the RBA's deputy governor, intended as a commentary on economic uncertainty, has caused a stir among some who seemed to miss the point. read now...
Western world complicit in Gaza Hellfire attacks
Gaza schools and hospitals continue to be bombarded by Israeli weaponry, much of which has been supplied by Western governments. read now...
Jim Chalmers gets the boffins to measure what really matters
The Bureau of Statistics is broadening its research beyond population, jobs and inflation into areas of social well-being. read now...
Grieving for the Reef
This poem is an *IA Writing Competition (creative work category) entry. read now...
The Morning Show
This short story is an *IA Writing Competition (fiction category) entry. read now...
Sacred Heart's mission: Free of olive branches and watermelons
A Jewish employee has been fired from Sacred Heart Mission, in part for wearing a 'Free Palestine' shirt showing an olive branch and dove, which management found was 'intimidating'. read now...
The Thornton factor: Sigrid no stranger to activism
Beloved Australian film and TV star Sigrid Thornton AO is well known for iconic movies like 'The Man From Snowy River'. However, she also strongly advocates for Australia's film and TV industry. read now...
BOOK REVIEW: The Successor: The High-Stakes Life of Lachlan Murdoch
Paddy Manning’s book is the story of Lachlan Murdoch’s ascension to become the head of one of the greatest misinformation pedlars. read now...
CARTOONS: Peter Dutton doles out fear
Meanwhile, Donald Trump adds more spice to his 'colourful' comments. read now...
America's gathering storm: The consequences of a Trump dictatorship
A second Trump Administration would have dire consequences politically, socially and economically, bringing about the downfall of the USA. read now...
America's gathering storm: Trump's culture of self-pity an ace up his sleeve
As unlikely as it seems that Donald Trump could be re-elected, his cult of personality could be enough to stir up votes and place him back in the Oval Office. read now...
America's gathering storm: Spoiler alert! Trump's big advantage
With a history of exerting influence over the outcomes of elections, third-party 'spoiler' candidates could shift the U.S. Election in Donald Trump's favour. read now...
America's gathering storm: Trump a victim of his own violent rhetoric
The assassination attempt on presidential candidate Donald Trump is a consequence of his own incitement of violence. read now...
America's gathering storm: Trump turns Republican Party into cult machine
Under Trump's Presidency, the Republican Party turned into a cult-like herd largely ceasing to perform the role of a political party. read now...
America's gathering storm: The danger of a second Trump presidency
With the 2024 Presidential Election approaching, the USA must brace itself for the dangers of a second Trump presidency. read now...
America's gathering storm: Trump stacks Supreme Court to get away with murder
The U.S. Supreme Court decision to grant Trump immunity from prosecution demonstrates how the former President has the judicial system in his pocket. read now...
America's gathering storm: Trump's new American fascism
Donald Trump leads the most overtly fascist political movement the world has seen since 1945 and a second term as president would sound the death knell for American democracy. read now...
IA Writing Competition: $2,000 to be won!
There's still time to get your entries into the IA Writing Competition for a chance to win! read now...
History wars fought to avoid cultural amnesia
Historians have a responsibility to preserve the story of our nation – the good and the bad – despite how many conservative feathers may get ruffled. read now...
Olympic breakdancing controversy ignores sport's cultural roots
The conversation following Australia's entry into the Olympic breakdancing category largely abandons the cultural ignorance surrounding the sport. read now...
Fact checking the myths on Dutton's Palestinian visa ban
Australians have been subjected to a torrent of myth-making after Peter Dutton declared he wouldn’t allow any visas for Palestinians fleeing the war in Gaza. read now...
Manyana's bushland battle: Plibersek's decision affects environmental future
The future of an environmentally significant area of land targeted for development rests on the shoulders of the Federal Environment Minister. read now...
Law enforcement reform starts with tackling minor crimes
A law enforcement theory developed in the U.S. that sees tougher penalties for minor offences could pave the way for reducing crime in Australia. read now...
NBN Co rising above challenges as demand for fibre grows
Australia's national broadband company is rising above financial challenges amid a growing demand for fibre connection. read now...
Reports of government student visa cut misleading
Reports of the Government risking economic chaos by cutting the numbers of international students are misinforming readers. read now...
Politicians turning Australia into wildlife graveyard
Neither major party nor the Federal Greens have ensured environmental issues are the nation’s top priority policies. read now...
News media's lack of accountability destroying democracy
The failure of mainstream journalists and news organisations to hold the powerful to account hinders a functioning democracy. read now...
Telstra's business problems exposed in financial results
Poor financial results have not only highlighted challenges faced by Telstra but of the telecommunications industry as a whole. read now...
Peter Dutton demonises Gaza refugees for political point-scoring
In a move that won’t surprise many, the Opposition’s venomous rhetoric has once again exacerbated the debate on Australia’s refugee policy. read now...
The top News headlines from The Brisbane Times. For all the news, visit https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/
The Coalition’s super-for-housing plan could save the budget $1b. But there’s a catch
- Politics / Federal
Amid an increasingly bitter political debate over housing policy, the Coalition says its idea for people to use their super for a deposit will improve the budget bottom line.
‘A little piece of paradise’: The most affordable sea-change towns
- Property / News
Australia’s most affordable sea-change towns have just been revealed in new data that compares property prices with incomes.
Superquiz, Tuesday, September 17
- National
Trivia buffs: test your knowledge with today’s interactive superquiz.
Business chiefs confront PM for taking economy ‘backwards’
- Politics / Federal
The government is standing by its centrepiece workplace reforms even as the Business Council of Australia unleashes a fresh assault on its workplace agenda.
Andrew O’Keefe charged after overdose in Sydney’s eastern suburbs
- National / NSW
The former TV star was allegedly found with drugs in his possession two days after being revived by paramedics.
Best of cartoons, September 17, 2024
- Politics / Federal
The news of the day as interpreted by our talented artists, illustrators and cartoonists.
The latest illustrations from artist Cathy Wilcox
- Politics / Federal
The latest work by the acclaimed Sydney Morning Herald editorial cartoonist.
F1 photographer's life away from the tracks
- National
He's taken some of the world's most famous Formula One racing photos, and during his off-time, Kym Illman calls the sandy beaches of Lancelin home.
WA mum calls for inquest into son’s gym death
- National
A brave mother whose son was found unconscious in a gym shower has spoken of her heartbreak.
Inquest into young WA tradie’s death begins
- National
The court heard Josh Warneke, who died almost 15 years ago in Broome, was cheerful in the hours before his death. The man wrongfully jailed for his manslaughter won’t give evidence.
Fire engulfs Perth family’s home
- National
A family could do nothing but watch as a fierce fire engulfed their Thornlie home.
Victoria to set up campuses overseas in move to circumvent student caps
- National / Victoria
Premier Jacinta Allan has announced a $5 million fund for offshore education while in Delhi, where she is spruiking Victoria’s relationship with India.
Fears Giants are becoming 'arrogant' AFL side
- Sport / AFL
Kane Cornes is worried GWS is becoming arrogant, after their shock semi-final loss to Brisbane.
Pop culture pitfalls
- National / NSW
And making a hash of plating up.
Gus' Warnie advice to Hynes
- Sport / NRL
Phil Gould discusses what Nicho Hynes is missing in his game that hurts him in big moments.
Gus and Gal clash on Ponga selection
- Sport / NRL
Phil Gould takes aim at Paul Gallen over his theory to have Kalyn Ponga in the halves for the Kangaroos.
Addo-Carr to front Integrity Unit
- Sport / NRL
Phil Gould provides the latest update on Josh Addo-Carr.
Bennett's 'serve' to Bunnies revealed
- Sport / NRL
9news and SMH reporter Michael Chammas reveals Wayne Bennett's takedown of the Rabbitohs squad.
Reason behind Hinkley's fine revealed
- Sport / AFL
Caroline Wilson says the AFL were not satisfied with Port coach Ken Hinkley's apology after Friday night's antics against Hawthorn.
Costly NSW festival laws to be revamped, all age music events encouraged
- Culture / Art & design
The Minns government will introduce a bill this week axing controversial requirements blamed for driving up the costs of staging festivals.
Latest news headlines from Business News.
Emerald guidance remains for quarter
- Mining
Emerald Resources has announced access to its Okvau open-cut mine in Cambodia will be affected for 21 days due to a minor wall slip.
At Close of Business podcast September 16 2024
- Podcasts
Jack McGinn speaks to Nadia Budihardjo about a partnership between two influential businessmen to address WA's healthcare squeeze.
‘Full steam ahead’: Aussie shares close at record high
- News
The ASX 200 rose 0.3 per cent to close at its highest level before expected interest rate cuts by the US Federal Reserve.
AVL confirms successful factory test
- Manufacturing
Minerals explorer Australian Vanadium has successfully completed factory acceptance testing of its vanadium flow battery, bound for Horizon Power's pilot renewable energy project in Kununurra.
No viable offers for Freo heritage building
- Property
A second attempt to sell heritage-listed Victoria Hall has failed to attract suitable buyers, after the City of Fremantle determined that the six offers received were unacceptable.
Extra govt funds for Perth Cultural Centre
- Community & Arts
A design for a revamped Perth Cultural Centre has been revealed but the estimated cost for the project has escalated, with the state government investing an additional $20 million.
Austal wins $670m contract
- Manufacturing
Austal will expand production capacity at its US shipyard after signing a $670 million contract with a major US defence contractor.
Emissions reductions will come at a cost
- Agribusiness
OPINION: Governments will need to increase R&D spending and possibly farm subsidies on the road to net zero.
Fission shareholder opposes acquisition
- Mining
Paladin Energy's proposed acquisition of Canada-based Fission Uranium Corporation has been delayed, following an objection from one of takeover target's shareholders.
WA tipped for modest economic growth
- News
The languish Chinese property market will continue to weigh on Western Australia’s economic growth, which is tipped to record a modest uptick, according to CCIWA.
Latest Canberra news, sport, football and business news from The Canberra Times.
Larger than life Canberran remembered at memorial
'In so many places across this city, you can see dad's fingerprints'.
How the Comancheros turned their ACT national ride into a recruitment promo
Bikies converged on Canberra, as it doesn't have anti-consorting laws.
Road rage stabbing in Franklin sends one man to hospital
Police believe the two drivers did not know each other.
I'm sick, should I go to a walk-in centre, community health centre or the hospital?
What's free, when you need an appointment, clinic locations.
Unliveable, run down and sold for $1.645 million at auction
Bidders could see the potential in the property.
Live sheep exports: Have your say on ban plan in ACM's survey
Live sheep exports industry survey across ACM reader network.
What spring? Winter blast chills Canberra as temp drops to minus 7
It was capital's coldest spring morning ever.
Man hospitalised, another given 'unsuitable' medication at walk-in centre
Their GP blames ACT's unusual health system, not the nurses.
Kellie used to be homeless. She's glad it wasn't in Canberra
The territory is not blissful for everybody.
'You Are a ****': How Canberra man used Spotify to abuse his ex
It's another example of technology being exploited for abuse.
Politicians breathe easy: the Wharf Revue is retiring after a last hurrah
The hit satirical revue's creators say that 25 years is enough.
Canberra bushwalker found after spending night in freezing conditions at Thredbo
Temperatures fell to minus 8 degrees at Thredbo last night.
Man caught street racing in Coombs with toddler in car
Realtor turned 3D gun maker knew weapons were for 'nefarious purposes'
One gun was found after being left in a car during a service.
Spring rituals that won't get you arrested
Some spring rituals are still legal, and even suitable for children.
$78m HR upgrade failure prompts call for tougher ministerial standards
The public accounts committee wants more personal accountability.
Rezoning sought for potential Sutton development
Up to 250 houses could be built but not for several years.
It sounds like nonsense, but phonics checks are helping our children read
All year 1 students will do a phonics check from next year.
'It makes me feel young again' New festival brings life back to old Canberra Times site
Three years after the site went silent, a new sound returns.
'Impossible to deliver': Katy Gallagher dismisses Libs' stadium plan
'It looked like a thought bubble,' Finance Minister says.
The top News headlines from The Sydney Morning Herald. For all the news, visit https://www.smh.com.au
The Coalition’s super-for-housing plan could save the budget $1b. But there’s a catch
- Politics / Federal
Amid an increasingly bitter political debate over housing policy, the Coalition says its idea for people to use their super for a deposit will improve the budget bottom line.
‘A little piece of paradise’: The most affordable sea-change towns
- Property / News
Australia’s most affordable sea-change towns have just been revealed in new data that compares property prices with incomes.
Superquiz, Tuesday, September 17
- National
Trivia buffs: test your knowledge with today’s interactive superquiz.
Business chiefs confront PM for taking economy ‘backwards’
- Politics / Federal
The government is standing by its centrepiece workplace reforms even as the Business Council of Australia unleashes a fresh assault on its workplace agenda.
Andrew O’Keefe charged after overdose in Sydney’s eastern suburbs
- National / NSW
The former TV star was allegedly found with drugs in his possession two days after being revived by paramedics.
Best of cartoons, September 17, 2024
- Politics / Federal
The news of the day as interpreted by our talented artists, illustrators and cartoonists.
The latest illustrations from artist Cathy Wilcox
- Politics / Federal
The latest work by the acclaimed Sydney Morning Herald editorial cartoonist.
F1 photographer's life away from the tracks
- National
He's taken some of the world's most famous Formula One racing photos, and during his off-time, Kym Illman calls the sandy beaches of Lancelin home.
WA mum calls for inquest into son’s gym death
- National
A brave mother whose son was found unconscious in a gym shower has spoken of her heartbreak.
Inquest into young WA tradie’s death begins
- National
The court heard Josh Warneke, who died almost 15 years ago in Broome, was cheerful in the hours before his death. The man wrongfully jailed for his manslaughter won’t give evidence.
Fire engulfs Perth family’s home
- National
A family could do nothing but watch as a fierce fire engulfed their Thornlie home.
Victoria to set up campuses overseas in move to circumvent student caps
- National / Victoria
Premier Jacinta Allan has announced a $5 million fund for offshore education while in Delhi, where she is spruiking Victoria’s relationship with India.
Fears Giants are becoming 'arrogant' AFL side
- Sport / AFL
Kane Cornes is worried GWS is becoming arrogant, after their shock semi-final loss to Brisbane.
Pop culture pitfalls
- National / NSW
And making a hash of plating up.
Gus' Warnie advice to Hynes
- Sport / NRL
Phil Gould discusses what Nicho Hynes is missing in his game that hurts him in big moments.
Gus and Gal clash on Ponga selection
- Sport / NRL
Phil Gould takes aim at Paul Gallen over his theory to have Kalyn Ponga in the halves for the Kangaroos.
Addo-Carr to front Integrity Unit
- Sport / NRL
Phil Gould provides the latest update on Josh Addo-Carr.
Bennett's 'serve' to Bunnies revealed
- Sport / NRL
9news and SMH reporter Michael Chammas reveals Wayne Bennett's takedown of the Rabbitohs squad.
Reason behind Hinkley's fine revealed
- Sport / AFL
Caroline Wilson says the AFL were not satisfied with Port coach Ken Hinkley's apology after Friday night's antics against Hawthorn.
Costly NSW festival laws to be revamped, all age music events encouraged
- Culture / Art & design
The Minns government will introduce a bill this week axing controversial requirements blamed for driving up the costs of staging festivals.
The top News headlines from The Age. For all the news, visit https://www.theage.com.au/
The Coalition’s super-for-housing plan could save the budget $1b. But there’s a catch
- Politics / Federal
Amid an increasingly bitter political debate over housing policy, the Coalition says its idea for people to use their super for a deposit will improve the budget bottom line.
‘A little piece of paradise’: The most affordable sea-change towns
- Property / News
Australia’s most affordable sea-change towns have just been revealed in new data that compares property prices with incomes.
Superquiz, Tuesday, September 17
- National
Trivia buffs: test your knowledge with today’s interactive superquiz.
Business chiefs confront PM for taking economy ‘backwards’
- Politics / Federal
The government is standing by its centrepiece workplace reforms even as the Business Council of Australia unleashes a fresh assault on its workplace agenda.
Andrew O’Keefe charged after overdose in Sydney’s eastern suburbs
- National / NSW
The former TV star was allegedly found with drugs in his possession two days after being revived by paramedics.
Best of cartoons, September 17, 2024
- Politics / Federal
The news of the day as interpreted by our talented artists, illustrators and cartoonists.
The latest illustrations from artist Cathy Wilcox
- Politics / Federal
The latest work by the acclaimed Sydney Morning Herald editorial cartoonist.
F1 photographer's life away from the tracks
- National
He's taken some of the world's most famous Formula One racing photos, and during his off-time, Kym Illman calls the sandy beaches of Lancelin home.
WA mum calls for inquest into son’s gym death
- National
A brave mother whose son was found unconscious in a gym shower has spoken of her heartbreak.
Inquest into young WA tradie’s death begins
- National
The court heard Josh Warneke, who died almost 15 years ago in Broome, was cheerful in the hours before his death. The man wrongfully jailed for his manslaughter won’t give evidence.
Fire engulfs Perth family’s home
- National
A family could do nothing but watch as a fierce fire engulfed their Thornlie home.
Victoria to set up campuses overseas in move to circumvent student caps
- National / Victoria
Premier Jacinta Allan has announced a $5 million fund for offshore education while in Delhi, where she is spruiking Victoria’s relationship with India.
Fears Giants are becoming 'arrogant' AFL side
- Sport / AFL
Kane Cornes is worried GWS is becoming arrogant, after their shock semi-final loss to Brisbane.
Pop culture pitfalls
- National / NSW
And making a hash of plating up.
Gus' Warnie advice to Hynes
- Sport / NRL
Phil Gould discusses what Nicho Hynes is missing in his game that hurts him in big moments.
Gus and Gal clash on Ponga selection
- Sport / NRL
Phil Gould takes aim at Paul Gallen over his theory to have Kalyn Ponga in the halves for the Kangaroos.
Addo-Carr to front Integrity Unit
- Sport / NRL
Phil Gould provides the latest update on Josh Addo-Carr.
Bennett's 'serve' to Bunnies revealed
- Sport / NRL
9news and SMH reporter Michael Chammas reveals Wayne Bennett's takedown of the Rabbitohs squad.
Reason behind Hinkley's fine revealed
- Sport / AFL
Caroline Wilson says the AFL were not satisfied with Port coach Ken Hinkley's apology after Friday night's antics against Hawthorn.
Costly NSW festival laws to be revamped, all age music events encouraged
- Culture / Art & design
The Minns government will introduce a bill this week axing controversial requirements blamed for driving up the costs of staging festivals.