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Australia's deportation laws abandon human rights
Deportation laws have seen several acts of cruelty against legal citizens and are in urgent need of reform. read now...
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Far-right Israel's fascist ties
Israel's far-right Government deepens ties with European fascists, reviving a history of troubling alliances. read now...
POEM: Decisions, Decisions
'Tis time for the voting, as all through the land, politicians are pushing their political brands. read now...
Environment the big loser in this year's Federal Election
One likely outcome of the 2025 Federal Election is that environmental issues will continue to be abandoned in the face of public protest. read now...
Promises to downsize 'big Australia' immigration remain vague
A few weeks out from the federal election, both major parties are focused on immigration — but voters remain in the dark on details. read now...
Academics should edit Wikipedia — the question is how, not if
The rise in popularity of AI has led to an increased need for Wikipedia to be as accurate as possible, with academia being considered as the most reliable editors. read now...
Communities of faith cringe at Trump’s multiple mockeries
While many Christian leaders in the U.S. are appalled at the blasphemies of the MAGA movement, they cannot stop them. read now...
Sprinter's track record also reads 'charitable bloke'
In 1993, the great U.S. athlete Carl Lewis came to Melbourne to visit a local teenage athlete suffering from a debilitating disease. read now...
Healthy masculinity key to solving DV
Is a challenge to patriarchy's toxic masculinity the key to solving DV? read now...
Male violence, misogyny and murder: The melancholy of 'Adolescence'
When a 13-year-old is accused of the murder of a classmate, his family, therapist and the detective in charge are all left asking what really happened. read now...
The benefits of installing a pressure pump at home
Whether it’s a weak shower or slow water flow from taps, unreliable water pressure can significantly impact household comfort and efficiency. read now...
We need to talk about Andrew Tate
‘Adolescence’ raises questions about the online influence of figures like Andrew Tate, who weaponise misogyny and normalise violence. read now...
Trump problems? Lambie and Cash to the rescue!
When all seems lost and there's a global crisis that needs a resolution, it's time to unleash Australia's elite special envoy unit. read now...
America abandons the free world, enters the Age of Stupid
As Trump attempts to humiliate his ally, JD Vance waits to play his hand. read now...
CARTOONS: America vexed about 'accidental' text
Meanwhile, Australia is busy balancing its budget. read now...
STEPHEN KOUKOULAS: Labor's 2025-26 Budget is close to pitch-perfect
The Budget's current settings indicate favourable conditions and an enviable economic outlook, writes Stephen Koukoulas. read now...
'The Atlantic's' Yemen report: In praise of competence
In a week when the incompetence of the Trump Administration was on hilariously terrifying display, we tip our hats to competence. read now...
Newsrooms cry misery, but facts support spending boom
Most Australians are enjoying increasing wealth and income as Labor’s reforms come to fruition. read now...
Avalon Air Show: Arms deals, weapons of destruction and family fun
A Melbourne air show is being promoted as a family event, hiding the dark truth behind its glorification of death and mass destruction. read now...
As election approaches, environment still being shunned by both parties
Australians are being deprived of information on the consequences of the lack of responsible environmental policies by both major parties. read now...
Strategic mastermind or agent of chaos: The method in Trump's madness
President Trump has caused much controversy through his apparent madness and chaotic leadership, but is there a method to his madness? read now...
The Project airs MFW's fight against toxic masculinity ... then diminishes it
Managing editor Michelle Pini discusses The Project's recent segment on MFW's grassroots activism and the response from the show's panel. read now...
Emerging trend driving the looming breakup of Big Tech
While commercialism has traditionally shaped the restructuring of large corporations, it's now more likely that major tech companies will face forced restructuring along national or regional lines. read now...
'Just obeying orders' no excuse for war crimes
Soldiers conducting the slaughter of innocent civilians under the excuse of obeying orders are war criminals, no matter which country is guilty. read now...
What's in store for Australia if we persist with AUKUS
Surrounded by secrecy and unanswered questions, Australians are still in the dark as to what our country's persistence with the AUKUS agreement holds. read now...
'Careless People' and Meta's unprincipled corporate dominance
Attempts by Meta to shut down a new tell-all book savaging the organisation have had the opposite effect on the digital town square. read now...
Dutton’s Trump-mania is a dumb political move
As Australians look on horrified at the chaos in America, the last thing they want is to emulate that in Australia. read now...
Medicare in prisons an essential human right
Advocating for Medicare in prisons is an important and often overlooked issue in the broader healthcare debate. read now...
Colleen McCullough's 'Thorn Birds' still wears the crown
The late Australian author Colleen McCullough was predominantly known for her novel 'The Thorn Birds', which was later made into a TV miniseries of the same name. read now...
POEM: The Incontinence of Donald Trump
It spews forth with the slightest encouragement. read now...
Oasis reunion tour lineup 'leaked'
This week's music review from David Kowalski includes an Oasis reunion tour 'reveal' and ripping news — Spinal Tap is back! read now...
The reunion: A tale of unrequited love
Sometimes in life, one reaches a moment where you just have to find out what might have been. read now...
Twitter promotes Nazi groups so it's time to say goodbye
As Twitter further plunges into the far-right cesspool, a line needs to be drawn once ads for the National Socialist Network start to appear. read now...
ANZ abandons business model to go cashless
ANZ's push to go cashless is leaving questions as to what even defines a bank and begging for government intervention. read now...
CARTOONS: Trump a tariff-eying threat to World trade
MAGA buyer's remorse, anyone? read now...
Antisemitism rising from history of hatred
Zionist propaganda tries to extend the historical antisemitism of Europe to the Muslim world and make it into a centuries-long horror. read now...
Indy Eye: Murdocracy with Ranald Macdonald
Media legend and former CEO of The Age, Ranald Macdonald, chats with managing editor Michelle Pini about the media, the rise of fascism and the power of Rupert Murdoch's News Corp. read now...
Wombat snatching scandal highlights need to protect species
The backlash against an influencer who snatched a baby wombat has raised awareness of the fraught relationship between humans and Australia’s beleaguered animal species. read now...
Australians are miserable and anxious because the media coaches them
Lamentable reporting by mainstream media hacks is a major reason Australia ranks well down the global happiness tables. read now...
Dutton’s thought bubble referendum on deportation of dual citizens
Leading up to the Federal Election, Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has found a new distraction by targeting criminals with dual citizenship for deportation. read now...
Athletes' Olympic climate plea: A contradiction
Dear incoming IOC president, you can end the whole charade once and for all. read now...
Libs' latest NBN bashing: Big on blame, short on Liberal liability
The way forward is to keep the NBN publicly owned and continue investing in fibre expansion. Instead, the Liberal Party is damaging the country's digital future by using it as a political football. read now...
Fool's gold: China beguiles the South Pacific
China is pushing into deep-sea mining of minerals in the Pacific region, but its endgame may be more than just metals. read now...
Budget success is helping the economy
The upcoming Federal Budget will be a testament to the Labor Party's success as economic managers, repairing much of the damage done by the previous Coalition Government. read now...
Net migration to be key election issue
The level of net migration will likely be a focus of the forthcoming Federal Election with both major parties arguing for lower levels of net migration. read now...
Denied bail? Here’s what you can do next
Getting bail can feel like an uphill battle, especially when emotions are high and the legal process feels overwhelming. Securing denied bail? Here’s what you can do next. read now...
Which industries must legally have professional indemnity cover?
Specific sectors in the Australian business landscape must have insurance coverage to protect against negligence, errors, or misconduct claims. read now...
Dutton’s 5-step disaster plan: Take to the caravans!
With his electorate directly in Cyclone Alfred's path, Peter Dutton flew to Sydney for a lavish event and ramped up the dog-whistling. read now...
MAFS criticised for promoting male violence and misogyny
The latest season of Married at First Sight has stirred controversy with accusations of the show enabling and encouraging domestic violence. read now...
Plans resurrected for Blue Mountains tourist park
Plans to build a wildlife park in the Blue Mountains to lure more tourists would result in an environmental disaster and need rethinking. read now...
How to avoid a Trumpian Australia
A new report shows that Australia may be able to avoid the chaos evident in Trump’s America but we are running out of time. read now...
Australian actor Reg Evans remembered
The late actor Reg Evans had a varied career in the Australian arts from the 1960s onward. read now...
POEM: The Measure of a Man
What makes a man in times like these? read now...
The Independents challenging political tradition
Independents are gaining ground in rural Australia, posing a serious challenge to the traditional two-party stronghold. read now...
Let's not talk about Trump
Like the von Trapp family in The Sound of Music, many of us find ourselves trying to escape from Nazis even now. read now...
Why I am representing the Legalise Cannabis Party
After working in politics for 25 years, there are many reasons I have chosen the Legalise Cannabis Party as my party of choice. read now...
Greenpeace lawsuit sets shaky future for environmental protest
A lawsuit against Greenpeace could have serious consequences against the right to protest, with Australia's leaders failing to take notice. read now...
CARTOONS: Dutton's dodging cyclones
But he digs DOGE! read now...
Trump's anti-democratic mindset mirrors that of Hitler
Comparing Trump to Hitler is not about equating their crimes but recognising similar patterns of demagoguery and democratic decay. read now...
POEM: Requiem for Lost Children
Shssh. Listen. Can you hear them? Children singing? Children laughing? Yes, brother. Yes, sister. We hear children. Hear them crying, sighing, dying. read now...
Strengthening democracy in Australia an example worth demonstrating
If the ALP hopes to win the upcoming Election, it's vital to introduce electoral system reform and improve Australia's democracy. read now...
Cyclone Alfred turns larrikinism into animal cruelty
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred brought out the worst in humanity as people mocked the natural disaster for clicks and likes, risking the lives of pets in the process. read now...
Israeli genocide reveals double standards of European leaders
EU leaders who acted against the Russian invasion of Ukraine have been reluctant to put pressure on Israel for its genocide against Gaza. read now...
Why Chalmers won't be baited by media misreporting the economy
Australia's incompetent mainstream newsrooms continue feeding the nation anti-Labor editorials as the Federal Election looms. Here's why Jim Chalmers won't take the bait. read now...
AI power consumption demands a rethink for energy infrastructure
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries at an unprecedented pace, but its rapid adoption comes with a significant challenge: energy consumption. read now...
The nuclear testing revival: Global fallout with deadly consequences
The push to restart U.S. nuclear testing raises fears of global fallout, echoing a dangerous past with lasting consequences read now...
Dutton and Tate dodge Cyclone Alfred Scomo style
As the Gold Coast was ravaged by ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, Opposition Leader Peter Dutton and GC Mayor Tom Tate did their best to avoid the disaster zone. read now...
Australia's economic future: The neoliberal lie
'If you’re jealous of those with more money, don’t just sit there and complain, do something to make more money yourself.' ~ Gina Rinehart read now...
Gina Rinehart and Peter Dutton prepare for Trumpian ‘Golden Shower’ down under
Many Australians believe the fiasco that is the U.S. could never happen here, but the writing is on the wall and clearly stated by Trump-wannabe Dutton and his billionaire backer Rinehart. read now...
AFL 'specky': When 'god' soared, crowds roared
Footy's back! In case you missed this Eye for Australia pic last year, Gary Ablett Snr's trademark move brilliantly captures the magic that makes AFL our 'great game'. read now...
Russia sends donkeys to the frontline
With the destruction of military vehicles, Russia has resorted to sending donkeys into battle to carry supplies and ammunition, and to transport injured troops. read now...
Lotus May Thompson and the Acid Girl legacy
A century ago, on 1 February 1925, Australian silent film star Lotus May Thompson made headlines worldwide with a shocking Hollywood scandal. read now...
Trump’s overreach making the world finally see the Right
The extreme nature of Donald Trump's presidency ought to serve as a wake-up call to Western democracies and those who take them for granted. read now...
Civil War offers grim peek at America's potential future
In a dystopian future, four journalists travel across the United States during a nationwide conflict, trying to survive amid horrific violence. read now...
Grammys cop fake flak, The Cruel Sea is back and a Stray Cat struts no more
IA music reviewer David Kowalski brings you a strange Grammys grumble, good news from The Cruel Sea and a nod to two tub-thumpers who've gone to that big drum riser in the sky. read now...
CARTOONS: Dutton's SMOGE smacks of lack of imagination
His nuclear plan's not a tower of genius, either. read now...
How workplaces can demonstrate and promote their values to employees
Your business values define who you are as a business to investors, shareholders, customers — and most importantly, your employees. read now...
Dutton’s Dickensian working-from-home ban
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton channels Ebenezer Scrooge as he promises to ban working from home for public servants. read now...
New report highlights torture of detained healthcare workers in Palestine
A new report gives evidence of medical workers in Palestine being detained and tortured, with the Australian Government being asked to pressure Israel over breaches of human rights. read now...
ABC News continues to falsify Australia’s strong economic recovery
Following the lead of Sky News and the Murdoch newspapers, Australia's national broadcaster is misreporting Labor’s economy. read now...
Nuclear memo to the L-NP: Less enthusiasm and more evidence
The Coalition has given no shortage of statements, headlines and talking points, but few answers to key questions regarding its nuclear policy. read now...
Trump and Putin's 21st Century power struggle
With Donald Trump’s resurgence and Vladimir Putin’s territorial ambitions, a disturbing trend emerges where sovereignty is at the mercy of power politics. read now...
Europe must stand firm against the unchecked power of U.S. digital giants
Faced with mounting pressure from powerful corporate interests in America, Europe must uphold regulations that protect the values of democratic societies. read now...
Tone-deaf but still on-air: Misogynistic media in need of a rehaul
Misogynistic comments made by Marty Sheargold and others are symptomatic of a lag between legacy media and an increasingly switched-on audience threatening to leave it behind. read now...
Busting a myth: Australian Jews not united on Gaza
Intense lobbying work by right-wing operatives in Australia is giving false impressions about how Jewish people are thinking. read now...
Navy exercise sees anti-China hysteria grow Down Under
A live-fire exercise conducted by the Chinese Navy has stirred anti-China sentiment through the media and Opposition, branding the ALP as weak. read now...
The return of Farage: How far-right lies Trumped cliched leftist platitudes
Alex Vickery-Howe dissects the corpse of the Harris-Walz campaign, confronts the empty mirage that is Nigel Farage and considers how painful it will be to see history reset to 2016. read now...
Economic news could be a game changer for the Federal Election
News on the economy regarding housing, rents, inflation and wages could determine the outcome of the 2025 Federal Election. read now...
Counting the culprits, losers and victims of the Ukraine war
Having endured devastation by Russian forces for three years, Ukraine has seen its share of victims and political figures to blame for its devastating war. read now...
CARTOONS: Elon's lapdog is in the driver's seat
... of an owner-operated Tesla. read now...
CARTOONS: A boiled egg is hard to beat
... unless it has preposterous policies like overpriced nuclear plans. read now...
CARTOONS: Elon Musk waves away dodgy salute
Meanwhile, Donald Trump talks tough on... well... everything! read now...
CARTOONS: Donald blames while LA's in flames
Meanwhile, Peter Dutton's commentary heats up as Australia talks election. read now...
CARTOONS: Peter Dutton's pie-in-the-sky nuclear plan
We'll all be counting the cost if this mad plot becomes an Australian story. read now...
CARTOONS: Mark David is scared of the bogeyman
No wonder... he glows in the dark and has a head shaped like a potato. read now...
CARTOONS: ABC high on the taste of Dutton's nuclear waste
And happy for Peter to play his racist cards, too... choke... read now...
CARTOONS: Trump's tariff talk is taking its toll
If the word of the day is 'tariff', then Donald's spreading it far and wide. read now...
CARTOONS: Mark David is banning things, by golly!
Albo 'likes' it. read now...
CARTOONS: How long before Elon owns the galaxy?
Meanwhile, the Twitterati are finding bluer skies. read now...
The top News headlines from The Brisbane Times. For all the news, visit https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/
Race-by-race preview and tips for Wednesday meeting at Warwick Farm
- Sport / Racing
All the information required to make your selections for the NSW feature meeting.
Perspiration to prevail in wet conditions, tips Maher
- Sport / Racing
Stakes-winning colt has been scratched due to dry tracks in recent weeks, but the damp surface at Warwick Farm today should suit him down to the ground.
ASX gains after RBA keeps rates on hold ahead of ‘Liberation Day’
- Business / Markets
The Australian sharemarket posted solid gains on Tuesday after the Reserve Bank’s rate decision, even as Donald Trump’s looming tariffs announcement sent stock markets swinging sharply worldwide.
Job losses not RBA’s priority as bank keeps rates on hold
- Politics / Federal
Asked about the impact of incoming US tariffs, RBA governor Michele Bullock said inflation remained the bank’s main focus as it held interest rates steady at 4.1 per cent.
Andrew Hastie has Rockingham citizenship ceremony speech cancelled at last minute
- Politics / WA
Hastie was invited to speak at the ceremony but was contacted by the city earlier in the day to tell him that invite had been rescinded on the basis of election caretaker provisions.
Federal election 2025 LIVE updates: RBA holds interest rates at 4.1 per cent; Dutton pledges $2.2b Suburban Rail Loop funding cut, no changes to super
- Politics / Federal
Stay across all the headlines from day four of the 2025 federal election campaign. Follow live.
The 20 new school zone changes for 2026 revealed. Check if they impact you
- National / Victoria
With enrolments for the 2026 school year beginning this month, the state government has announced the latest changes to school catchment areas.
Drug kingpin Tony Mokbel wants to taste freedom for the first time in 18 years
- National / Victoria
If released, Mokbel will be free for the first time since 2007, when he was famously arrested in Greece disguised in a wig.
Farmers warned to brace for 10 per cent tariffs as Trump targets $7b industry
- Politics / Federal
Australian farmers have been warned to expect Donald Trump to impose tariffs on their goods, $7 billion worth of which enter the US each year.
Emergency crews ‘struck one after another’ as they searched for missing colleagues
- World / Middle East
The United Nations has demanded “justice and answers” after the bodies of 15 emergency and aid workers were recovered from a mass grave in Gaza.
EV Resources snaps up Utah antimony claims with 12.7Mt resource
- Business / Companies
EV Resources will acquire 49 claims enclosing the old Coyote Creek antimony project in the US state of Utah, along with a 12.7-million-tonne non-JORC antimony resource.
Freed immigration detainee allegedly breached visa conditions 26 times before police shooting
- National / Victoria
Masi Ayiik’s earlier criminal history and persistent alleged visa breaches were revealed during a hearing in the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday to decide if the 33-year-old should be released on bail.
The hidden hacks interior design experts use for colour filled homes
- Lifestyle / Fashion
Introducing colour, especially strong colour, can be intimidating for the uninitiated. Use these tricks of the trade for beautiful, cohesive spaces.
Ciraldo accepts NRL crackdown but confused by Tupouniua ban
- Sport / NRL
Bulldogs coach Cameron Ciraldo backed the NRL’s crackdown on high tackles, but said he was confused by Sitili Tupouniua’s ban for a shoulder charge.
‘Doable’: Virgin CEO plots flight path to ASX
- Business / Companies
Dave Emerson has met stakeholders and potential investors in his first major move as the airline’s chief executive as it plots a sharemarket return.
Chulho
- Food / Good Food Guide (NSW)
Comedian Matt Okine opens a cosy wine spot in Brisbane’s south
- Food / Eating out (Bris)
Locals are flocking to this former post office for rare – but affordably priced – bottles from Australia, France, the Czech Republic, Canada and beyond.
‘Unprovoked verbal abuse’: Officials investigate Mark Latham over alleged racecourse tirade
- Politics / NSW
The incident occurred at Rosehill on Tuesday, with Latham alleged to have launched an expletive-laden verbal onslaught in the members area.
WA news LIVE: Rebelo sentenced to life in prison for ‘calculated’ murder of mother
- National / WA
In news overnight, a Bertram couple has returned home from a holiday to find their home gutted by fire, their house-sitters now lucky to be alive. Follow our live coverage here.
White Lotus cast discuss season 3
- Culture / Movies
Patrick Schwarzenegger, Morgana O'Reilly, Natasha Rothwell and Leslie Bibb reveal what it took to make the latest instalment of White Lotus.
Latest news headlines from Business News.
Gold record sparks COVID-style investor rush at Perth Mint
- Mining
The Perth Mint is experiencing demand not seen since the outbreak of COVID-19 as investors new and old seek out gold to add to their portfolios.
No budget bounce for Albo, but still ahead in polls
- Government
If an election was called today, Anthony Albanese would become the first Prime Minister to win consecutive elections since John Howard.
Opinion: United States goes soft on power projection
- Opinion
OPINION: US moves to dial down soft-power programs could have widespread political and economic fallout.
Patrick Gorman pledges $1.5m for Leederville Oval
- Government
An AFL ‘gather round’ in WA could be on the cards after Perth MP Patrick Gorman took to Leederville Oval to spruik a $1.5 million investment in the oval, should an Albanese government return to power.
Aspen buys into Ravenswood
- Deals
- Property
The ASX-listed company has bought a 33.4-hectare site for $12 million.
Palmer’s Mineralogy fails to stop CITIC’s bid for court-ordered mine inspection
- Mining
Clive Palmer’s Mineralogy has failed to stop CITIC’s application for the court to inspect its magnetite mine in the Pilbara, ahead of the trial between the two miners.
EV secures antimony presence in US
- Mining
Amid a growing demand, junior EV Resources has added another antimony asset to its portfolio.
Brownes Dairy reports profit, revenue rises amid surge in exports trade
- Agribusiness
Brownes Dairy's parent company has recorded profit and revenue increases, which had been attributed to the growth of its export trade in international markets.
Nationals reveal four WA candidates for federal election
- Government
The Nationals have unveiled four more candidates for the upcoming federal election, including a teacher, a tradie and a small business owner.
Pilbara publican Bart Parsons plans two Port Hedland venues
- Food & Wine
- North-West
As Pilbara publican Bart Parsons calls final drinks at his first watering hole, he is drawing up plans for two new venues in Port Hedland.
Latest Canberra news, sport, football and business news from The Canberra Times.
Govt House postpones open day over tree safety after near-death of student
High winds and recent conditions affected trees, institution says..
One person in hospital after crash on Parkes Way
Crash affected traffic in peak-hour lead-up.
Men allegedly sexually harassed woman at popular Canberra beach spot
Police have released a face-fit of both men.
Alleged rape victim of Defence Force cadet 'didn't want to do more than kiss'
The Australian Defence Force cadet allegedly had scabies at time.
The Australian suburb that ranks among the world's top 10 most dangerous places to live
One beachside suburb would frighten the most hardened criminals.
Election housing explainer: the Coalition wants to loosen home loan rules
The Federal Election property policies explained.
'Undeniable': Why this Queanbeyan facility has been thrust into the federal election
A Queanbeyan ground has been thrust into the election debate.
RBA holds cash rate steady as Trumps tariffs loom on the horizon
Experts predict a series of rate cuts in the future
How one bank is making home electrification more affordable for Aussies
Homes are responsible for a quarter of Australia's electricity use.
This $18 million Kangaroo Valley estate has knocked back Hollywood offers
Now the Bellawongarah property, near Kangaroo Valley, is for sale.
'He saved him': St Eddies dad tended to seriously injured boy after hit-and-run
Principal reveals more details about shocking incident that rocked Canberra.
'If asked': how Government House handled the near-death of a child at its gates
Should we cancel tours because of optics, one staff member asked.
Too dangerous for Canberra, controversial giant pumpkin finally gets a win
Giant pumpkin hits the road and gets its revenge.
Dickson shop has been forced to close after almost 50 years
Green thumbs' work has featured at many national events.
What it costs for police to 'babysit' bikie gangs in the ACT every year
Canberra's anti-consorting laws come at a cost.
The gap between Canberra's house and unit values is shrinking, but it may not last long
What another rate cut would mean.
One rate cut has seen home values recover to a new record high in March. What next?
The latest figures come as the RBA makes their next call.
A riverfront penthouse in Kangaroo Point has hit the market for $9 million
The apartment offers views of the city skyline and Brisbane river.
'I thought I was dreaming': Canberra woman wins $2.5m Lotto jackpot
Casey woman has a simple plan for her millions.
150 people attend Henley Beach auction
The top News headlines from The Sydney Morning Herald. For all the news, visit https://www.smh.com.au
Race-by-race preview and tips for Wednesday meeting at Warwick Farm
- Sport / Racing
All the information required to make your selections for the NSW feature meeting.
Perspiration to prevail in wet conditions, tips Maher
- Sport / Racing
Stakes-winning colt has been scratched due to dry tracks in recent weeks, but the damp surface at Warwick Farm today should suit him down to the ground.
A distant conflict and the separation of religion and politics
- Politics / Federal
Politicians courting the Muslim vote in Sydney and Melbourne have encountered rejection.
ASX gains after RBA keeps rates on hold ahead of ‘Liberation Day’
- Business / Markets
The Australian sharemarket posted solid gains on Tuesday after the Reserve Bank’s rate decision, even as Donald Trump’s looming tariffs announcement sent stock markets swinging sharply worldwide.
Job losses not RBA’s priority as bank keeps rates on hold
- Politics / Federal
Asked about the impact of incoming US tariffs, RBA governor Michele Bullock said inflation remained the bank’s main focus as it held interest rates steady at 4.1 per cent.
Andrew Hastie has Rockingham citizenship ceremony speech cancelled at last minute
- Politics / WA
Hastie was invited to speak at the ceremony but was contacted by the city earlier in the day to tell him that invite had been rescinded on the basis of election caretaker provisions.
Federal election 2025 LIVE updates: RBA holds interest rates at 4.1 per cent; Dutton pledges $2.2b Suburban Rail Loop funding cut, no changes to super
- Politics / Federal
Stay across all the headlines from day four of the 2025 federal election campaign. Follow live.
The 20 new school zone changes for 2026 revealed. Check if they impact you
- National / Victoria
With enrolments for the 2026 school year beginning this month, the state government has announced the latest changes to school catchment areas.
Drug kingpin Tony Mokbel wants to taste freedom for the first time in 18 years
- National / Victoria
If released, Mokbel will be free for the first time since 2007, when he was famously arrested in Greece disguised in a wig.
Farmers warned to brace for 10 per cent tariffs as Trump targets $7b industry
- Politics / Federal
Australian farmers have been warned to expect Donald Trump to impose tariffs on their goods, $7 billion worth of which enter the US each year.
Emergency crews ‘struck one after another’ as they searched for missing colleagues
- World / Middle East
The United Nations has demanded “justice and answers” after the bodies of 15 emergency and aid workers were recovered from a mass grave in Gaza.
EV Resources snaps up Utah antimony claims with 12.7Mt resource
- Business / Companies
EV Resources will acquire 49 claims enclosing the old Coyote Creek antimony project in the US state of Utah, along with a 12.7-million-tonne non-JORC antimony resource.
Freed immigration detainee allegedly breached visa conditions 26 times before police shooting
- National / Victoria
Masi Ayiik’s earlier criminal history and persistent alleged visa breaches were revealed during a hearing in the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday to decide if the 33-year-old should be released on bail.
The hidden hacks interior design experts use for colour filled homes
- Lifestyle / Fashion
Introducing colour, especially strong colour, can be intimidating for the uninitiated. Use these tricks of the trade for beautiful, cohesive spaces.
Ciraldo accepts NRL crackdown but confused by Tupouniua ban
- Sport / NRL
Bulldogs coach Cameron Ciraldo backed the NRL’s crackdown on high tackles, but said he was confused by Sitili Tupouniua’s ban for a shoulder charge.
‘Doable’: Virgin CEO plots flight path to ASX
- Business / Companies
Dave Emerson has met stakeholders and potential investors in his first major move as the airline’s chief executive as it plots a sharemarket return.
Chulho
- Food / Good Food Guide (NSW)
Comedian Matt Okine opens a cosy wine spot in Brisbane’s south
- Food / Eating out (Bris)
Locals are flocking to this former post office for rare – but affordably priced – bottles from Australia, France, the Czech Republic, Canada and beyond.
‘Unprovoked verbal abuse’: Officials investigate Mark Latham over alleged racecourse tirade
- Politics / NSW
The incident occurred at Rosehill on Tuesday, with Latham alleged to have launched an expletive-laden verbal onslaught in the members area.
WA news LIVE: Rebelo sentenced to life in prison for ‘calculated’ murder of mother
- National / WA
In news overnight, a Bertram couple has returned home from a holiday to find their home gutted by fire, their house-sitters now lucky to be alive. Follow our live coverage here.
The top News headlines from The Age. For all the news, visit https://www.theage.com.au/
Race-by-race preview and tips for Wednesday meeting at Warwick Farm
- Sport / Racing
All the information required to make your selections for the NSW feature meeting.
Perspiration to prevail in wet conditions, tips Maher
- Sport / Racing
Stakes-winning colt has been scratched due to dry tracks in recent weeks, but the damp surface at Warwick Farm today should suit him down to the ground.
ASX gains after RBA keeps rates on hold ahead of ‘Liberation Day’
- Business / Markets
The Australian sharemarket posted solid gains on Tuesday after the Reserve Bank’s rate decision, even as Donald Trump’s looming tariffs announcement sent stock markets swinging sharply worldwide.
Job losses not RBA’s priority as bank keeps rates on hold
- Politics / Federal
Asked about the impact of incoming US tariffs, RBA governor Michele Bullock said inflation remained the bank’s main focus as it held interest rates steady at 4.1 per cent.
Andrew Hastie has Rockingham citizenship ceremony speech cancelled at last minute
- Politics / WA
Hastie was invited to speak at the ceremony but was contacted by the city earlier in the day to tell him that invite had been rescinded on the basis of election caretaker provisions.
Federal election 2025 LIVE updates: RBA holds interest rates at 4.1 per cent; Dutton pledges $2.2b Suburban Rail Loop funding cut, no changes to super
- Politics / Federal
Stay across all the headlines from day four of the 2025 federal election campaign. Follow live.
The 20 new school zone changes for 2026 revealed. Check if they impact you
- National / Victoria
With enrolments for the 2026 school year beginning this month, the state government has announced the latest changes to school catchment areas.
Drug kingpin Tony Mokbel wants to taste freedom for the first time in 18 years
- National / Victoria
If released, Mokbel will be free for the first time since 2007, when he was famously arrested in Greece disguised in a wig.
Farmers warned to brace for 10 per cent tariffs as Trump targets $7b industry
- Politics / Federal
Australian farmers have been warned to expect Donald Trump to impose tariffs on their goods, $7 billion worth of which enter the US each year.
Emergency crews ‘struck one after another’ as they searched for missing colleagues
- World / Middle East
The United Nations has demanded “justice and answers” after the bodies of 15 emergency and aid workers were recovered from a mass grave in Gaza.
EV Resources snaps up Utah antimony claims with 12.7Mt resource
- Business / Companies
EV Resources will acquire 49 claims enclosing the old Coyote Creek antimony project in the US state of Utah, along with a 12.7-million-tonne non-JORC antimony resource.
Freed immigration detainee allegedly breached visa conditions 26 times before police shooting
- National / Victoria
Masi Ayiik’s earlier criminal history and persistent alleged visa breaches were revealed during a hearing in the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday to decide if the 33-year-old should be released on bail.
The hidden hacks interior design experts use for colour filled homes
- Lifestyle / Fashion
Introducing colour, especially strong colour, can be intimidating for the uninitiated. Use these tricks of the trade for beautiful, cohesive spaces.
Ciraldo accepts NRL crackdown but confused by Tupouniua ban
- Sport / NRL
Bulldogs coach Cameron Ciraldo backed the NRL’s crackdown on high tackles, but said he was confused by Sitili Tupouniua’s ban for a shoulder charge.
‘Doable’: Virgin CEO plots flight path to ASX
- Business / Companies
Dave Emerson has met stakeholders and potential investors in his first major move as the airline’s chief executive as it plots a sharemarket return.
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- Food / Good Food Guide (NSW)
Comedian Matt Okine opens a cosy wine spot in Brisbane’s south
- Food / Eating out (Bris)
Locals are flocking to this former post office for rare – but affordably priced – bottles from Australia, France, the Czech Republic, Canada and beyond.
‘Unprovoked verbal abuse’: Officials investigate Mark Latham over alleged racecourse tirade
- Politics / NSW
The incident occurred at Rosehill on Tuesday, with Latham alleged to have launched an expletive-laden verbal onslaught in the members area.
WA news LIVE: Rebelo sentenced to life in prison for ‘calculated’ murder of mother
- National / WA
In news overnight, a Bertram couple has returned home from a holiday to find their home gutted by fire, their house-sitters now lucky to be alive. Follow our live coverage here.
White Lotus cast discuss season 3
- Culture / Movies
Patrick Schwarzenegger, Morgana O'Reilly, Natasha Rothwell and Leslie Bibb reveal what it took to make the latest instalment of White Lotus.