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101 mind-blowing reasons why Dutton is unfit to be PM
We will soon learn whether Peter “Temu Trump” Dutton’s ultra-conservative Coalition can persuade Australians to eject the sitting Albanese Labor Government in its favour. read now...
Shock poll sees voters reject Trump in favour of an independent Australia
A recent poll shows a seismic shift in voters’ views on Australia’s place in the world after Trump's re-election. Independent Australia discusses why Australian voters are becoming more independent as Election Day nears. read now...
Anzac Day booing stunt an attempt to boost right-wing recruitment
Outrage sparked by the latest neo-Nazi stunt is all part of a political program to get signatures. read now...
How to contest a will in Australia
Challenging a will can be a daunting experience, but understanding the process can make it significantly more manageable. read now...
The Airwallex affair: Amelia Hamer’s Chinese-cash conflict of interest
Fintech executive Amelia Hamer, the blueblood Liberal Party hope to retake its former blue ribbon stronghold, Kooyong, may have obscured a serious potential financial conflict of interest in her campaign, which includes major links to China. read now...
The Seinfeld election campaign
The 2025 election campaign from both sides has been much like the show Seinfeld — basically, a whole lot of nothing. read now...
Australia's arms escalation is in the interest of no one but death
Instead of arguing about whether Australia needs more submarines, we would be better off working towards a world where no one needs them. read now...
Both major parties face dilemmas with 2025-26 migration program
No matter who wins the 2025 Election, both major parties face enormous pressures in managing the 2025-26 migration program. read now...
Peta Credlin’s latest tirade isn’t journalism, it’s political projection
Using fear and spin where facts should be is journalism we shouldn't have to stomach. read now...
CARTOONS: There's something fishy about Mark David
And when you don't know... vote 'no'. read now...
AUSVOTES ECONOMIC FACTS #16: Vote Labor for sound economic policy
The economy is a dominant issue in the Election. From now until polling day, Independent Australia will outline some key facts on the economy that put the kybosh on many of the myths, lies and distortions being peddled in this Election campaign. read now...
Weaponising fear is an age-old tradition for the Liberal Party
Fear-driven politics aimed at ageing voters has long been the strategy of Australia's Liberal Party. read now...
Dutton rides MAGA wave as PM pitches promise
Days away from the Federal Election, Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has yet to offer the voting public any reason to elect him. read now...
AUSVOTES ECONOMIC FACTS #15: Under Labor, prices are down
The economy is a dominant issue in the Election. From now until polling day, Independent Australia will outline some key facts on the economy that put the kybosh on many of the myths, lies and distortions being peddled in this Election campaign. read now...
Spain's blackout a warning Australia can't ignore
The blackout in Spain which caused a state of emergency serves as a reminder for Australia to make its renewable energy system secure and resilient. read now...
Australia’s best new and used cars: Where to buy and what to look for
Cars that Australia demands must be reliable, perform well, and be reasonably priced, given the country's diverse landscape and lifestyle. read now...
Clive Palmer's Trumpets blowing nothing but hot air
Presided over by Mr Malice himself, Clive Palmer, Trumpet of Patriots (T.O.P.) is the bastard child of self-serving compromise. read now...
Coalition's resurrection hopes slump as punters dump Temu Trump
It would take a miracle of messianic proportions for Peter Dutton to defy the odds and secure victory in the forthcoming Federal Election. read now...
AUSVOTES ECONOMIC FACTS #14: Labor victory a good investment
The economy is a dominant issue in the Election. From now until polling day, Independent Australia will outline some key facts on the economy that put the kybosh on many of the myths, lies and distortions being peddled in this Election campaign. read now...
Bridging continents: How Amsterdam's vision can power Australia’s future
Australian states could have green, urban and citizen-centred cities just like Amsterdam in future. read now...
Many critical values at stake in Saturday’s election
While the economy is at the top of most voters' minds, other issues matter more. read now...
More than a thousand koalas shot in aerial operation
Secrecy around Australia's wildlife management has been given a disturbing precedent after more than 1,000 koalas were shot in Victoria. read now...
A whopping 95 reasons why Dutton is unfit to be PM — and still counting
IA's catalogue of major reasons Peter Dutton should never be prime minister is now at 95. read now...
AUSVOTES ECONOMIC FACTS #13: Superannuation hits high under Labor
The economy is a dominant issue in the Election. From now until polling day, Independent Australia will outline some key facts on the economy that put the kybosh on many of the myths, lies and distortions being peddled in the election campaign. read now...
The other side of tariffs — America losing customers who won't return
The biggest casualty in Trump's tariff trade war is the American economy and the nation's consumers. read now...
Pope Francis haunted by 'dirty' past
Despite his reputation as a progressive pope and a hero of the oppressed, Pope Francis' involvement in Argentina's Dirty War haunted him. read now...
AUSVOTES ECONOMIC FACTS #12: Housing affordability on the mend
The economy is a dominant issue in the Election. From now until polling day, Independent Australia will outline some key facts on the economy that put the kybosh on many of the myths, lies and distortions being peddled in the election campaign. read now...
Crisafulli jobs-for-mates appointment sparks vote-rigging allegations
The appointment of a partisan LNP choice to redraw electoral boundaries in Queensland has seen the Crisafulli Government accused of electoral rigging. 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...
A digger walks 'to remember them'
A digger walks back through the city on Anzac Day after taking part in the march to Melbourne's Shrine of Remembrance. read now...
'Game on' as the 2025 Election battle escalates
From trench warfare to football, the 2025 Federal Election bears all the strategy and brutality of adversarial conflicts on the battle or sports fields. read now...
Dutton's actions aren't for men or women — they're for Dutton
A government that favours only one group will marginalise everyone else – men included. read now...
Top 3 custom dissertation writing services in the UK for any subject area
Dissertation writing is challenging, but you do not have to do it alone. read now...
How Australian home design is changing in response to population growth
The Australian population is on the rise. Local home design is changing in many significant ways to accommodate the required housing for this expansion. read now...
Despite Kylie and Midnight Oil, Aussie music still fighting for airplay
Kylie gets honoured, Rob Hirst battles cancer and Aussie music is still waiting for its big break. read now...
CARTOONS: Dutton dogged by dipping polls
The adage about "dogs" and "fleas"? Also on the lips and tips of the nation. read now...
Anzac Day is the right time to question Australia's military identity
Honouring our Anzacs should mean thinking critically about war — the ones we fought and the ones we might have to. read now...
Let's hear it for Bruce, the little chook who could
Sometimes it's not about politics, social issues or saving the world. Sometimes we just need an inspiring story, like that of Bruce the chook. read now...
The truth behind the NDIS scheme: A participant's nightmare
The NDIS is a broken system and one that works against participants desperate for assistance. read now...
AUSVOTES ECONOMIC FACTS #11: Interest rates expected to drop under Labor
The economy is a dominant issue in the Election. From now until polling day, Independent Australia will outline some key facts on the economy that put the kybosh on many of the myths, lies and distortions being peddled in the election campaign. read now...
AUSVOTES ECONOMIC FACTS #10: Employment rising under Labor
The economy is a dominant issue in the Election. From now until polling day, Independent Australia will outline some key facts on the economy that put the kybosh on many of the myths, lies and distortions being peddled in the election campaign. read now...
Antisemitic bomb threat was a hoax — the political overreaction was real
A string of antisemitic hoaxes was exploited by both major parties; neither deserves to be in power next political term. read now...
Vale Pope Francis, the man who brought us hope
The death of Pope Francis early on Easter Monday left those of us who value freedom, peace, courage and universal love very saddened. read now...
Rethinking 5G: Why faster isn’t always better, especially in regional Australia
We are losing service quality and reliability by judging networks by the wrong metrics. read now...
Zero chance for Dutton to achieve net migration target
Several factors have led to the Coalition's proposed net migration target of 160,000 being impossible. read now...
Racism absent from Coalition election campaign
Will the Opposition parties grab at an opportunity to cause some anger and bad feeling over the migration issue? Or have they been Trumped on that one? read now...
AUSVOTES ECONOMIC FACTS #1: In fact, Labor has inflation back under control
The economy is a dominant issue in the election. From now until polling day, Independent Australia will outline some key facts on the economy that put the kybosh on many of the myths, lies and distortions being peddled in the election campaign. read now...
AUSVOTES ECONOMIC FACTS #2: Energy prices are plummeting
The economy is a dominant issue in the Election. From now until polling day, Independent Australia will outline some key facts on the economy that put the kybosh on many of the myths, lies and distortions being peddled in the election campaign. read now...
AUSVOTES ECONOMIC FACTS #3: Wage growth on the rise under Labor
The economy is a dominant issue in the Election. From now until polling day, Independent Australia will outline some key facts on the economy that put the kybosh on many of the myths, lies and distortions being peddled in the election campaign. read now...
AUSVOTES ECONOMIC FACTS #4: Labor brought down government debt by billions
The economy is a dominant issue in the Election. From now until polling day, Independent Australia will outline some key facts on the economy that put the kybosh on many of the myths, lies and distortions being peddled in the election campaign. read now...
AUSVOTES ECONOMIC FACTS #5: Labor building on a better future
The economy is a dominant issue in the Election. From now until polling day, Independent Australia will outline some key facts on the economy that put the kybosh on many of the myths, lies and distortions being peddled in the election campaign. read now...
AUSVOTES ECONOMIC FACTS #6: Coalition taxing at a record high, not Labor
The economy is a dominant issue in the Election. From now until polling day, Independent Australia will outline some key facts on the economy that put the kybosh on many of the myths, lies and distortions being peddled in the election campaign. read now...
AUSVOTES ECONOMIC FACTS #7: Under Labor, Australia is more productive
The economy is a dominant issue in the Election. From now until polling day, Independent Australia will outline some key facts on the economy that put the kybosh on many of the myths, lies and distortions being peddled in the election campaign. read now...
AUSVOTES ECONOMIC FACTS #8: Australia among best in the world at beating inflation
The economy is a dominant issue in the Election. From now until polling day, Independent Australia will outline some key facts on the economy that put the kybosh on many of the myths, lies and distortions being peddled in the election campaign. read now...
AUSVOTES ECONOMIC FACTS #9: Australia keeping tax down
The economy is a dominant issue in the Election. From now until polling day, Independent Australia will outline some key facts on the economy that put the kybosh on many of the myths, lies and distortions being peddled in the election campaign. read now...
News editors must choose between majority or own selfish interests
With an election imminent, the differences between the major political parties have seldom been clearer. read now...
Beyond ANU: Rethinking Australia’s university funding crisis
Financial strain faced by the ANU highlights a need for a strategy that puts students, research and innovation at the heart of our national agenda. read now...
Peter Dutton's Trumpist playbook proves he is all talk
The Opposition Leader's election campaign claims have shown voters the Liberals have nothing new to offer them. read now...
Lunatics have taken over U.S. Government asylum
Upon his re-election to the White House, Donald Trump's Administration has seen America decline through political, economic and social chaos. read now...
Anzac Day a family affair
A young boy, complete with slouch hat, salutes in front of Melbourne's Shrine of Remembrance on Anzac Day. read now...
A prison officer’s plea for cannabis reform
Young lives are being ruined over minor cannabis offences — real reform is needed. read now...
Dutton's nuclear revival smells rotten to Gens Y and Z
Forty years on from the first Palm Sunday anti-nuclear marches, Peter Dutton’s attempt to revive nuclear power is thankfully still a hard sell 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...
The strategic edge: How statistical analysis transforms your League of Legends performance
In the ever-evolving world of League of Legends, the difference between climbing the ranked ladder and remaining stagnant often lies not just in mechanical skill, but in the strategic insights that inform decision-making. read now...
High Court logging appeal decision may be a game changer
Conservation groups can now challenge Forestry Corporation decisions ... and the list of concerns is long. read now...
CARTOONS: Mark David goes full MAGA
Clearly, somebody didn't get the memo. read now...
The oligopoly that is Australian politics
Dr Kim Sawyer discusses Australia's political duopoly and why our first voting preferences matter. read now...
Bridging visa backlog a sign of poor system health
Dealing with the backlog of people stuck on bridging visas has to be part of the plan to reduce migration, but politicians don't see the link read now...
Satellite and 6G technology set to revolutionise emergency services
The Labor Government is considering legislation to mandate access to the 000 emergency service Australia-wide, using technology like satellite-based D2D. read now...
Best AI essay writers: 2025 review
With so many AI tools popping up, how do you know which one is actually worth your time? That's where we come in. read now...
Tobacco policy hell sets open season for black market
Over the past month, major investigations have been conducted into Australia’s $5 billion tobacco black market and the criminal gangs who now dominate the industry. read now...
Australia must break ties with U.S. on defence
Australia needs a new and independent defence policy, which isn't reliant on the United States. read now...
David Littleproud hints at civil rights removal for Indigenous kids
Nationals Leader David Littleproud is pushing for the removal of the civil rights of child offenders, with commentators suggesting racist allusions. read now...
Zionist ties see Labor members betrayed in Victoria
Has Labor done a dodgy deal with the Liberals in Macnamara, or is it just another case of another Tory in Labor clothing? read now...
Liberal Party reshuffles misogynists in the seat of Whitlam
The Liberal Party is like a members-only boys' club — except the boys aren't there when members need them the most. read now...
Ted O'Brien fires up over Coalition nuclear debate
With the Federal Election edging closer, the Opposition has opened the floodgates on its nuclear policy, with MP Ted O'Brien an enthusiastic spokesperson. read now...
Factchecking the leaders on cost of living, budget repair and Gaza
In a rare memorable moment during a rather desultory Federal election leaders’ debate on Tuesday this week, Anthony Albanese accused Peter Dutton of gaslighting the Australian people. read now...
Zionist fight club-charity removed from Palestine rally
A far-right Zionist group built on a foundation of violence has been causing scenes of chaos at pro-Palestine rallies. read now...
Past performance backs Labor as better economic bet
Over time, academic, popular, local and foreign journal analyses show that Labor governments have managed Australia’s economy far better than the Coalition. read now...
Nature's royalty — photographer's gold
Keeping a camera close paid off this day when, driving up the Hume Highway in Victoria, I was rewarded with a stunning skyline. read now...
POEM: The Great Barrier Grieves
The Great Barrier grieves beneath the waves, in silence, cold and blue. read now...
Beautiful? Or just plain tariff-ic
It's difficult to know how insulting tariffs are when Donald Trump describes everything as 'beautiful'. read now...
Trump’s tariff pause a high-stakes gamble with the world
Trump's pause on tariffs has led to a global game of political chess and could steer the world into a lose-lose stalemate. read now...
One phone call to Trump could give Dutton an election edge
There is a possibility of Peter Dutton gaining the initiative in the election lead-up by getting in first with a phone call to President Trump. read now...
CARTOONS: The Election circus has come to town
Opening act? Dutton's work-from-home policy backflip. read now...
Democracy, on the Government's terms
Australians must vote, but election dates remain a government secret. It's democracy with a twist of guesswork read now...
Peter Dutton's migration cut numbers don't add up
Peter Dutton's claims to free up 40,000 homes through migration are nowhere close to accurate. read now...
Why EssayHub is the best choice online to help write your essay
Discover why students choose EssayHub when they need writing support fast. Learn what makes it reliable, easy to use, and worth your time and money. read now...
What Trump's oil tariff threats mean for Australia
Donald Trump’s tariffs on countries that continue to import Russian oil have raised fresh concerns among U.S. allies, including Australia. read now...
China takes the helm in countering Trump's tariff offensive
Trump's latest move in his ongoing trade war drew the ire of many global economies, with China delivering swift retaliation. read now...
Long-term goals vital for voters in upcoming election
Short-term promises being made by the major parties in the lead-up to the election offer nothing more than the illusion of security. read now...
'Adolescence' exposes the danger of digital dysfunction
TV series 'Adolescence' exposes how poorly regulated access to digital platforms increases misogynistic content and, therefore, gendered violence. read now...
Russia plans for further offensives, not peace
Amid calls for peace and an end to the war between Russia and Ukraine, Vladimir Putin is stepping up his offensive campaign and expanding his military might. read now...
Right-wing media forsakes Australian loyalty to placate Trump
The conservative media has greater loyalty to President Trump than to our national interests, particularly in light of his tariffs on key sectors of the Australian economy. read now...
Donald Trump is the world’s most audacious liar
The truth behind Donald Trump's lies is that he isn't interested in improving the lives of Americans at all — only his own. read now...
Dutton's student capping policy a chaotic plan
After opposing Labor’s student capping legislation in late 2024, Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has announced his own student capping policy. read now...
STEPHEN KOUKOULAS: Dutton dressed as lame
From feeble policies to gaping holes in logic, Peter Dutton's Budget Reply was a missed opportunity, leaving Labor holding the election aces. read now...
Getting tough for mainstream media liars to ignore economic facts
More data has emerged confirming the Liberal-led Coalition's cost-of-living crisis is now behind us, but mainstream journalists don't share it. read now...
Japanese all heart despite World Solar Challenge blow out
A Japanese team respectfully bows before its solar-powered car in readiness to tackle the Darwin to Adelaide World Solar Challenge. read now...
The West Is Red
The West is red, the tweets are loud, the slogans reach the sky. read now...
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AFL LIVE: Dogs and Port gunning for Ballarat gold; Coach’s no-comment over player’s sharing of anti-Israel post
- Sport / AFL
The Bulldogs are fighting for a place in the eight against Port Adelaide, kicking off a super Saturday that is building towards tonight’s marquee match-up between Collingwood and Geelong at the MCG.
Sydney renters nab ‘baby penthouse in the sky’ for $1.71 million
- Property / News
First home buyers from Elizabeth Bay were determined to secure a penthouse apartment on election day, paying $1.71 million at auction.
Long queues at polling booths in Melbourne’s CBD and inner suburbs
- National / Victoria
Some voters have been told they face a wait of up to two hours to cast their vote in the federal election.
Federal election 2025 LIVE updates: Voting opens at polls across Australia as Albanese eyes three terms; Dutton predicts close race
- Politics / Federal
Follow along as Australia decides who will lead the country for the next three years.
Two bidders fight for $1.01m ‘quality build’ in Richmond
- Property / News
An owner-occupier won the contest for a two-bedroom-plus-study home with a leafy outlook and flexible floor plan.
Victoria hot seats LIVE updates: Liberal HQ finally reveals where to find Bruce candidate Safi; Hill lashes out at independents
- Politics / Federal
Follow our rolling in-depth coverage of Victoria’s crunch seats that could decide the election.
American hurdles record shattered
- Sport
Masai Russell breaks the US record in the women's 100-metre hurdles in the inaugural Grand Slam Track season, clocking 12.17 seconds in Miami.
Slipper "Cattledog" Ready
- Sport / Rugby Union
If tensions boil over in this weekend's edition of the Brumbies Waratahs Rivalry, Australia's most capped player knows who he'll be running for
Les Kiss Interview
- Sport / Rugby Union
New Wallabies Coach sits down to talk with Michael Atkinson
"Main Focus Will be the Reds"
- Sport / Rugby Union
How involved will Les Kiss be over the next 12 months with the Wallabies?
Approach to Off Contract Players
- Sport / Rugby Union
How will off-contract players from teams outside the Reds get an idea of their standing in the national team if the future Wallabies coach is staying out of contract negotiations?
Why Kiss can win World Cup
- Sport / Rugby Union
Mat Rogers is asked can the Wallabies win the 2027 Rugby World Cup under Les Kiss
German spy agency brands main opposition party as ‘extremist’. The US is not happy
- World / Europe
A report found the far-right AfD to be racist and anti-Muslim, allowing security services step up monitoring. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said it was “tyranny in disguise”.
Garcia goes down in shock loss to Romero
- Sport
Rolly Romero dropped Ryan Garcia in the second round and won by unanimous decision in the main event at Times Square.
Super Sharman kicks wizardly goal
- Sport / AFL
St Kilda's Cooper Sharman kicks a brilliant goal from the right-forward pocket as the Saints thump the Dockers.
Why do zoomers hate these burgers? And what are they eating instead?
- Food / Eating out
“Millennial burger joints” are being mocked online by Gen Z, who say ridiculous toppings, overpriced add-ons and inauthentic fit-outs are out. So what’s in?
‘See you in caucus’: Albanese in last-ditch Chinese seat bid as ‘spies’ video goes viral
- Politics / Federal
“There’s serious worry about the impact this could have late in the campaign,” one Liberal campaigner said.
'Joke': Doohan blows up at team
- Sport / Motorsport
Jack Doohan was furious over what he saw was a team error during qualifying.
Why Swans and Giants face season-defining Sydney derby
- Sport / AFL
The Giants have lost the past four Sydney derbies and are desperate to change the record at a sold-out SCG this Sunday.
Adam wanted a funky mid-century Sydney home. All he paid was stamp duty
- National / NSW
The northern beaches furniture designer spent Sunday nights knocking on doors of houses he liked until he struck gold.
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AUS VOTES: Curtin call for key candidates
- Government
The two highest profile candidates for the critical seat of Curtin have made their final pitch for support while casting votes in the Western Suburbs this morning.
‘Beast mode’: ASX posts best weekly gain in two years
- News
The Australian share market has closed at two-month highs, as a sustained rally helped the bourse to its best week since 2023.
At Close of Business podcast May 2 2025
- Podcasts
- Podcasts/At Close of Business
Claire Tyrrell and Kathy Skantzos discuss Kimberley icon Sam Lovell's commitment to WA's cultural tourism.
Experts slam ‘sugar hit’ party policies, urge long-term plans
- Government
Australia is heading for another three years of sugar-hit policies bereft of long-term strategy, according to several industry-leading experts.
East Perth school no silver bullet: IWA
- Education
- Government
The state’s major project assessment body has flagged that an East Perth Primary School will not be enough on its own to address future education needs of the inner-city population.
Palmer Wines plans $50m resort near Dunsborough
- Food & Wine
South West hospitality player Steve Palmer has revealed plans for a $50 million luxury resort on his prominent winery site at the eastern entrance to Dunsborough.
KB Australia sells rock lobster licence for $10.5 million
- Agribusiness
Seafood group KB Australia has sold most of its local rock lobster pots for about $10.5 million, but remains a major player in the sector under lease deals.
Consumers’ food spend a frustration
- Opinion
- Agribusiness
OPINION: Food producers receive only a tiny fraction of the money consumers spend on their products.
AGL seeks to triple Kwinana power station output
- Energy
- Oil & Gas
AGL Energy has sought to more than triple the output of its gas and diesel-fired Kwinana Swift power station south of Perth, in a submission to the state’s environmental regulator.
PFL to hold gambling harm awareness round
- Sport
Perth Football League chief executive Andrew Dawe says he is hopeful this weekend’s “The Real Stakes” round of matches can showcase the positive benefits of grassroots level sport.
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'I have not seen a dumber decision': EPIC double booking turns sour for Spilt Milk
Watch out, Kendrick. Nearby shoppers might not be rapt in Canberra.
Teen suspended after holding kitchen utensil to student's throat in class
'The incident involved serious threatening behaviour': principal.
The Canberra man who makes more than $1 million a year from video games
And he was a high school dropout.
Patient to be awarded $200k after needle snaps off in spine during c-section
She feels like 'little old lady' after 'terrifying incident'.
Police hunt for man accused of Good Friday assault
CCTV images show the alleged offender.
Chloe's 'best sister' and 'first friend' would become her rapist
Siblings' mother 'refused to believe' sexual abuse.
Winners and losers: what has happened to home prices in your patch since the last election
The numbers on capital cities and key regional areas are revealed.
Who are the Canberra contestants on The Floor?
Familiar faces you might recognise on much-hyped TV trivia show.
New art, craft and food market at Coombs on Sunday will be a vibe
And there will be free face-painting!
Election 2025 Housing guide: Party-by-Party policy explainer
Find all the party property policies on one place
The secret fairytale forest only a short drive from Canberra
Move over, National Arboretum.
Two more Canberra venues go pokie-free as licences dip below 3500
Now the government will focus on cutting another 2500 machines.
Kendrick Lamar is coming to Canberra as Spilt Milk returns to the capital
It comes months after Lamar's Super Bowl performance.
'They earn more than me': Albanese won't be drawn on secretary salaries
PM has called out former deputy secretaries being paid double as consultants.
'This is 2019 again': Dutton hopes for victory in final election blitz
The Opposition Leader made a campaign stop in Adelaide.
'Like a needle in a haystack': coming to Canberra in search of their stolen vehicles
Instead of enjoying time at home, NSW victims come here on a mission.
Grand Central Towers developers 'disdainful, contemptuous, scornful' of buyers
Court fines $6.5 million for building's misleading advertising.
Blink and you'll miss it: the new city lakeside park won't be there for long
The Acton Waterfront is taking shape but has a long way to go.
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AFL LIVE: Dogs and Port gunning for Ballarat gold; Coach’s no-comment over player’s sharing of anti-Israel post
- Sport / AFL
The Bulldogs are fighting for a place in the eight against Port Adelaide, kicking off a super Saturday that is building towards tonight’s marquee match-up between Collingwood and Geelong at the MCG.
Federal election 2025 LIVE updates: Voting continues at polls across Australia as Albanese visits Grayndler; Dutton predicts close race
- Politics / Federal
Follow along as Australia decides who will lead the country for the next three years.
Sydney renters nab ‘baby penthouse in the sky’ for $1.71 million
- Property / News
First home buyers from Elizabeth Bay were determined to secure a penthouse apartment on election day, paying $1.71 million at auction.
Long queues at polling booths in Melbourne’s CBD and inner suburbs
- National / Victoria
Some voters have been told they face a wait of up to two hours to cast their vote in the federal election.
Two bidders fight for $1.01m ‘quality build’ in Richmond
- Property / News
An owner-occupier won the contest for a two-bedroom-plus-study home with a leafy outlook and flexible floor plan.
Victoria hot seats LIVE updates: Liberal HQ finally reveals where to find Bruce candidate Safi; Hill lashes out at independents
- Politics / Federal
Follow our rolling in-depth coverage of Victoria’s crunch seats that could decide the election.
American hurdles record shattered
- Sport
Masai Russell breaks the US record in the women's 100-metre hurdles in the inaugural Grand Slam Track season, clocking 12.17 seconds in Miami.
Slipper "Cattledog" Ready
- Sport / Rugby Union
If tensions boil over in this weekend's edition of the Brumbies Waratahs Rivalry, Australia's most capped player knows who he'll be running for
Les Kiss Interview
- Sport / Rugby Union
New Wallabies Coach sits down to talk with Michael Atkinson
"Main Focus Will be the Reds"
- Sport / Rugby Union
How involved will Les Kiss be over the next 12 months with the Wallabies?
Approach to Off Contract Players
- Sport / Rugby Union
How will off-contract players from teams outside the Reds get an idea of their standing in the national team if the future Wallabies coach is staying out of contract negotiations?
Why Kiss can win World Cup
- Sport / Rugby Union
Mat Rogers is asked can the Wallabies win the 2027 Rugby World Cup under Les Kiss
German spy agency brands main opposition party as ‘extremist’. The US is not happy
- World / Europe
A report found the far-right AfD to be racist and anti-Muslim, allowing security services step up monitoring. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said it was “tyranny in disguise”.
Garcia goes down in shock loss to Romero
- Sport
Rolly Romero dropped Ryan Garcia in the second round and won by unanimous decision in the main event at Times Square.
Super Sharman kicks wizardly goal
- Sport / AFL
St Kilda's Cooper Sharman kicks a brilliant goal from the right-forward pocket as the Saints thump the Dockers.
Why do zoomers hate these burgers? And what are they eating instead?
- Food / Eating out
“Millennial burger joints” are being mocked online by Gen Z, who say ridiculous toppings, overpriced add-ons and inauthentic fit-outs are out. So what’s in?
‘See you in caucus’: Albanese in last-ditch Chinese seat bid as ‘spies’ video goes viral
- Politics / Federal
“There’s serious worry about the impact this could have late in the campaign,” one Liberal campaigner said.
'Joke': Doohan blows up at team
- Sport / Motorsport
Jack Doohan was furious over what he saw was a team error during qualifying.
Why Swans and Giants face season-defining Sydney derby
- Sport / AFL
The Giants have lost the past four Sydney derbies and are desperate to change the record at a sold-out SCG this Sunday.
Adam wanted a funky mid-century Sydney home. All he paid was stamp duty
- National / NSW
The northern beaches furniture designer spent Sunday nights knocking on doors of houses he liked until he struck gold.
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AFL LIVE: Dogs and Port gunning for Ballarat gold; Coach’s no-comment over player’s sharing of anti-Israel post
- Sport / AFL
The Bulldogs are fighting for a place in the eight against Port Adelaide, kicking off a super Saturday that is building towards tonight’s marquee match-up between Collingwood and Geelong at the MCG.
Federal election 2025 LIVE updates: Voting continues at polls across Australia as Albanese visits Grayndler; Dutton predicts close race
- Politics / Federal
Follow along as Australia decides who will lead the country for the next three years.
Sydney renters nab ‘baby penthouse in the sky’ for $1.71 million
- Property / News
First home buyers from Elizabeth Bay were determined to secure a penthouse apartment on election day, paying $1.71 million at auction.
Long queues at polling booths in Melbourne’s CBD and inner suburbs
- National / Victoria
Some voters have been told they face a wait of up to two hours to cast their vote in the federal election.
Two bidders fight for $1.01m ‘quality build’ in Richmond
- Property / News
An owner-occupier won the contest for a two-bedroom-plus-study home with a leafy outlook and flexible floor plan.
Victoria hot seats LIVE updates: Liberal HQ finally reveals where to find Bruce candidate Safi; Hill lashes out at independents
- Politics / Federal
Follow our rolling in-depth coverage of Victoria’s crunch seats that could decide the election.
American hurdles record shattered
- Sport
Masai Russell breaks the US record in the women's 100-metre hurdles in the inaugural Grand Slam Track season, clocking 12.17 seconds in Miami.
Slipper "Cattledog" Ready
- Sport / Rugby Union
If tensions boil over in this weekend's edition of the Brumbies Waratahs Rivalry, Australia's most capped player knows who he'll be running for
Les Kiss Interview
- Sport / Rugby Union
New Wallabies Coach sits down to talk with Michael Atkinson
"Main Focus Will be the Reds"
- Sport / Rugby Union
How involved will Les Kiss be over the next 12 months with the Wallabies?
Approach to Off Contract Players
- Sport / Rugby Union
How will off-contract players from teams outside the Reds get an idea of their standing in the national team if the future Wallabies coach is staying out of contract negotiations?
Why Kiss can win World Cup
- Sport / Rugby Union
Mat Rogers is asked can the Wallabies win the 2027 Rugby World Cup under Les Kiss
German spy agency brands main opposition party as ‘extremist’. The US is not happy
- World / Europe
A report found the far-right AfD to be racist and anti-Muslim, allowing security services step up monitoring. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said it was “tyranny in disguise”.
Garcia goes down in shock loss to Romero
- Sport
Rolly Romero dropped Ryan Garcia in the second round and won by unanimous decision in the main event at Times Square.
Super Sharman kicks wizardly goal
- Sport / AFL
St Kilda's Cooper Sharman kicks a brilliant goal from the right-forward pocket as the Saints thump the Dockers.
Why do zoomers hate these burgers? And what are they eating instead?
- Food / Eating out
“Millennial burger joints” are being mocked online by Gen Z, who say ridiculous toppings, overpriced add-ons and inauthentic fit-outs are out. So what’s in?
‘See you in caucus’: Albanese in last-ditch Chinese seat bid as ‘spies’ video goes viral
- Politics / Federal
“There’s serious worry about the impact this could have late in the campaign,” one Liberal campaigner said.
'Joke': Doohan blows up at team
- Sport / Motorsport
Jack Doohan was furious over what he saw was a team error during qualifying.
Why Swans and Giants face season-defining Sydney derby
- Sport / AFL
The Giants have lost the past four Sydney derbies and are desperate to change the record at a sold-out SCG this Sunday.
Adam wanted a funky mid-century Sydney home. All he paid was stamp duty
- National / NSW
The northern beaches furniture designer spent Sunday nights knocking on doors of houses he liked until he struck gold.