‘They ruined our dream’: Revenge on Socceroos’ minds for clash with Egypt
Egypt ended Australian medal hopes at Tokyo Olympics in 2021 Two nations meet again in World Cup last 32 this week in Dallas The memory flashed back instantly for Socceroos…
Ben Stokes marks England retirement in extraordinary fashion but New Zealand dominate
Third Test D4: NZ 438 & 288-9dec; England 354 & 103-4 Captain takes wicket moments after announcement It was one of the most extraordinary scenes witnessed in a career positively…
The Victorian Greens are taking a page from Mamdani’s policy playbook. Can they combat rising rightwing populism?
State leader Ellen Sandell says party offers a ‘hopeful and bold’ alternative, but sceptics doubt whether message is resonating with voters Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates…
Parliament has been getting frosty as winter closes in – but Labor may make one more gamble before the break
As Labor pushes on with reforms, the Coalition must decide whether to join in the parliamentary deal-making Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news…
Pauline Hanson’s One Nation withdrew more than $800,000 of election spending claims after AEC inquiries
The Australian Electoral Commission is examining if party breached laws in its $6m public funding claim after the last election, documents show Follow our Australia news live blog for latest…
Still blazing after all these years: Mel Brooks at 100
The director of The Producers hits his century as a uniquely beloved entertainer who embodies his conviction that ‘comedy is the opposite of death’ Mel Brooks’ story is that of…
Politics live: Liberal frontbencher calls for party ‘rebrand’ after another poll shocker; Australia and Vanuatu sign ‘historic’ Nakamal treaty
Melissa McIntosh said anyone saying anyone dismissing dire Coalition polling had their ‘head in the sand’. Follow today’s news live Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news…
David Sedaris on his Duolingo obsession: ‘“Today is the last day,” I told myself – but I was powerless to stop’
I decided to combine my need to top the leader table with my daily step count – which is how I found myself walking 10 miles a day while reading…
Prince Harry and family’s UK visit ‘pulled from under their feet at 11th hour’
Duke reportedly fears his children will not get to meet king after government declines request for police protection The Duke of Sussex fears his children will not meet King Charles…
Venezuela earthquake: father and son found alive in rubble after four days as death toll nears 1,500
President says ‘we always hold onto hope’ as discovery of earthquake survivors spurs fresh search efforts despite dwindling chances of survival Mortuary in Caracas ‘overwhelmed’ as Venezuela struggles to respond…