Don’t drive them out: PVL’s plea to end player abuse
ARL Commission boss Peter V’landys has revealed he fears for the welfare of Latrell Mitchell and Reece Walsh, delivered a warning to rugby union, and opened up on the future of State of Origin.
The South Sydney contract call that infuriated Matt Lodge
Matt Lodge was confident that he was headed to South Sydney for a Wayne Bennett reunion, but one brief call blew up that plan and forced the NRL enforcer to make a surprising career pivot.
Rookie Raiders impress as Canberra survive Panthers comeback
The Raiders have invested heavily in youth and the gamble looks to be paying off, as a host of rookies impressed as Canberra held off a Panthers comeback to claim victory.
Cell phone horror: 1553 jail calls from alleged attacker to DV victim
A high risk domestic violence offender managed to get his alleged victim’s phone number added to list of approved people he was allowed to call from jail.
Baby killer Keli Lane’s new legal move after secret meeting
Convicted baby killer Keli Lane is making another legal push for freedom after a secret hearing was held by the NSW parole board.
Host Crowe’s dramatic weight loss the talk of AACTA awards night
Russell Crowe’s weight loss sparked buzz at the AACTA Awards with industry insiders estimating he shed over 10kg. See what they were saying.
Killer blow for home building as Sydney land costs explode
Prices for vacant blocks in some Western Sydney councils are now four times higher than in other capitals – in what could push an already struggling building sector over the edge.
Chinese AI juggernaut wants ‘fragile’ Albanese to stay as Prime Minister
DeepSeek, which launched in January as the Chinese response to ChatGPT, says it is in China’s best interests for Anthony Albanese to win the upcoming federal election and not Peter Dutton.
‘She’s terrible’: Trump rips into Meghan in Harry visa row
US President Donald Trump has revealed his thoughts on whether Prince Harry should be deported from the US, as he blasted Meghan Markle.
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Labor woos women with millions for menopause, pills and IUDs
Labor has promised women will pay less for healthcare from their very first period to menopause under a whopping $500m announcement ahead of the election.
Smith smarts has Aussies in reach of drought-breaking series win
Beau Webster’s much-vaunted versatility came to the fore and Steve Smith’s smarts changed the game as Australia closed in on a drought-breaking series victory in Sri Lanka.
Billionaire baby on the way: Bella Hunter expecting her first child
Australian musician, Bella Hunter has released a series of pregnancy images, alongside the caption: “Been busy making magic”.
‘Not easy in that storm’: Michelle Bridges supports Kate Ritchie
Fitness guru Michelle Bridges has thrown her support behind Nova radio host Kate Ritchie, who was caught on camera having a very public meltdown.
’Tacky’: Olivia’s team slammed for Weight Watchers partnership
Fans of Olivia Newton-John have slammed the team who have taken over the late singer’s social media for “cashing in” on “tacky” collaboration with Weight Watchers.
Why Australia will be bowled over by the real Peter Dutton
The coming election is not just between two very different parties with two very different approaches to policy but also between two very different men, writes Peta Credlin.
Labor’s green poison is killing businesses across the nation
The climate change zealots are pulling green wool over voters’ eyes while ignoring the physics of energy, writes Piers Akerman.
Cancer that killed dad won’t get me: Miracle drug gives Ryan hope
Ryan Harding has no memories of his father but he has lived with the same rare disease that took his life. Now, thanks to a newly PBS-listed miracle drug, he finally has hope—for himself and his future children.
‘Profits before patients’: Hospital slammed for hiring out maternity ward
The controversial Northern Beaches Hospital is putting “profits before patients” by hiring out one of its two maternity wards to film and TV crews rather than accommodate birthing mothers, irate staff claim.
Woman killed in lightning strike
A woman has been killed and another injured after lightning struck a tree in Sydney’s southwest.
‘Worth the slug’: Why workers travel hours each day to the office
They are the people who put even the earliest of risers to shame – long haul commuters who travel hundreds of kilometres each day to be able to work in Sydney.
Massive change to shark nets being trialled across NSW
An Australian-first trial using LED lights to keep sea turtles and other marine life from getting caught in shark nets is underway across NSW beaches as the Minns government weighs up the nets’ future.
Illicit tobacco gangland war sparks call to slash taxes
As the illicit tobacco war heats up across the country, Treasurer Jim Chalmers is under pressure to cut cigarette taxes. Vote in our poll and have your say.
Hell and high water: Inside ground zero of North Qld’s flood nightmare
In the dead of night, as most of Ingham slept, a torrent descended. Nothing will ever be the same again. This is the untold story of how the North Qld spirit conquered unimaginable tragedy and heartbreak.
‘Down to the wire’: Labor, Libs neck and neck in Werribee
Thousands of Victorians have cast their vote in the Werribee and Prahran by-elections, leaving candidates, party leaders and their supporters to sweat over the final result.
What’s the Buzz: Fowler dethrones Cleary as most marketable Aussie athlete
Even before details of Sam Kerr’s drunken night was revealed this week, Matildas teammate Mary Fowler had already become the face of Australian football and our most marketable sporting star.
Big wedding blowout: Sydneysiders engaged for longer than ever
The days of sprinting down the aisle are over, with Sydneysiders now waiting two years on average to tie the knot. See why.
Families sue TikTok over ‘blackout challenge’ child deaths
TikTok is being sued by the parents of four British children who died during a deadly craze that went viral.
’Disturbing’ photos of frail, gaunt Israeli hostages freed by Hamas
Israel has condemned photos of three hostages after they were released by Hamas, and criticised the terror group for torturing them. See the photos and video.
‘Don’t call me a Teal’: David Pocock on politics, rugby and fatherhood
In an exclusive interview, new dad David Pocock opens up about shielding his new baby from the brutality of politics, shedding the ghost of rugby stardom and why he’s a different type of independent.
Best of the Weekend
Ultimate Super Bowl guide: Swift, Trump and the Aussie hulk
From a Taylor Swift marriage proposal to the half time show and everything in between, we’ve got you covered – whether you’re a hardcore NFL fan, a Swiftie or just tuning in for the first time.
‘F***ing liar’: Sam Kerr trial bombshells & full arrest video
Sam Kerr’s explosive trial as she faced charges of racially aggravated harassment of a police officer has been tense. See the full video of the star’s arrest. Warning: Graphic
Bridget Jones’ star defends ‘age gap’ romance
As Renée Zellweger returns to play Bridget Jones, her new on-screen love interest Leo Woodall addresses the controversy over their characters’ 27 year age difference.
Fury as neo-Nazi Thomas Sewell makes $30k in donations
Prince William reveals ‘most painful’ experience
Bucket list: Australia’s 100 most delicious food experiences
What the best dressed stars wore to the AACTAs
Best beer crawl revealed: Hitting Sydney’s ale trail
Why the price of bananas is about to spike
Australians are being warned to brace for a banana price hike as a shortage looms. See why it’s happening and what to expect.
‘More pain’: Aussies face higher power bills
Aussie households have been warned to brace for ongoing power bill increases over the next decade. See why and how it’ll affect you.
Top Deals: Get up to $520 off Dyson, Apple, KitchenAid
Back-to-school deals are not the only bargains on offer at the moment — with big brands offering huge savings across popular items. See this week’s top deals.
‘Snake oil’: This won’t help Aussie workers get a pay rise
A majority of Aussies have admitted to making key decisions about their career by relying on risky sources. Experts weigh up the pros and cons, and what to look out for.
Meet the talented young artists from ARTEXPRESS 2025
The annual art exhibition which shows some of the most outstanding and exemplary artworks across NSW by HSC visual arts students has opened. Meet the students and see their amazing works.
Developer reveals $34m northern beaches shop-top apartment plan
A strip of shops in the main street of a Sydney beachside suburb is the target of a $34m apartment proposal by one of the city’s biggest developers. Take a look.
High-ranking bikie hit with 46 illegal hunting charges
A high-ranking Bandido in Sydney’s west has been hit with several firearm and drug supply charges after a raid of his home also uncovered pig dog collars with electronic shock probes.
Sibling revival: Restoration on the ‘Three Sisters’ begins
Almost 150 vacant public housing units in northwest Sydney will be refurbished after a $2bn project to demolish the buildings and replace them with almost 5000 dwellings was dumped.
Splash of vino, darl?: Car thief locked up after wine text bungle
A serial offender with more than 50 prior charges broke into a popular pub and stole thousands of bucks worth of booze before foolishly texting his lady a pic – asking if she was keen for a drop.
Alleged arsonist accused of spraying home with bullets
A Newcastle man has faced court after neighbouring detectives on two separate strike forces arrested the accused over an alleged $12m arson on a council chambers and a drive-by shooting.
‘Density done well’: Fate of $120m super development imminent
Developers of a sprawling $120m development on the South Coast could soon break ground, with locals urged to have their say before submissions close.
Alleged dog shooter ‘likely’ to plead guilty: Court
A man who allegedly robbed an elderly couple in their motorhome before shooting their dog with an air rifle is ‘likely’ to plead guilty, a court has heard.
Premier to probe hate crime jail fail
Premier Chris Minns has ordered a review into why a high-profile anti-Semitic arsonist was not prosecuted in a court that could issue a harsher sentence than the 10-month minimum he received.
‘Mortgage nightmare’: Property possession hits five-year peak
Mortgage holders facing high interest rates and cost-of-living pressures are beginning to falter with the number of Supreme Court filings for property possession soaring to its highest level in five years.
What this $9.90 toilet paper reveals about your shop
Woolies is under fire for hitting consumers with higher prices in some of its stores, with a pack of toilet paper revealing the stark difference.
FBI profiler reveals how to spot a killer
A psychiatric nurse who worked with the FBI and faced off with notorious killers including Ted Bundy, has lifted the lid on how to spot a murderer. Listen to the podcast.
‘Military might’: Trump makes subs deal pact, reveals AUKUS strategy
Donald Trump has a clear strategy for how he wants the US-Australia alliance to work as he backed in the AUKUS deal.
‘You’re fired’: Trump’s next jaw-dropping move
Donald Trump revoked his predecessor Joe Biden’s security clearance in a blizzard of new orders. His latest wheeling and dealing has been jaw-dropping even by his standards.
Desperate search for missing Alaska plane ends in tragedy
Harrowing photos have captured the moment authorities discovered the wreckage of a plane carrying ten people, marking the latest in a string of aviation disasters in the US.
Australia’s ‘best beach’ not one for the faint hearted
Tourism Australia has travelled a long way south to pick the nation’s best beach for 2025, bestowing the title on not just one but a series of them.
Gupta’s woes spread to NSW as coal workers stood down
Workers at Tahmoor Coal in NSW have been stood down on full pay and production curtailed, as rumours swirl that Sanjeev Gupta’s debt worries have spread beyond Whyalla.
Virgin rules out ex-Qantas exec Jones as next CEO
Virgin Australia has sensationally moved to end speculation about the airline’s next chief executive, declaring ex-Qantas executive Paul Jones is not in the running.
Lowes owner lists Vaucluse home for $18m
The co-owner of Lowes Menwear has listed his Vaucluse home for sale with an $18m guide following an upgrade to a Rose Bay mansion that cost nearly $40m.
Homeowners to get back $9k in historic move
Homeowners are set to get a budget boost in one of the biggest housing changes in years, but experts warn it will come with a downside, while relief will vary by suburb.
Packer’s ex’s big win after $5m ‘failure’
After two failed campaigns and a sexy makeover, swimwear model-turned-fashion designer Jodhi Meares finally has reason to celebrate.
Former Fairfax exec lists luxury pad above Delta
A former Fairfax Media chief executive has listed his luxury apartment in the same block as where superstar Delta Goodrem owns.
Robbie and Trent swallow our Oscars on the Gold Coast
The TV adaptation of a Queensland-inspired book and a Robbie Williams biopic cleaned up at the Australian version of the Oscars. FULL WINNER’S LIST
‘Surreal and exciting’: Phoebe’s three chances to win
There is triple the chance of victory for Phoebe Tonkin at Friday night’s big celebration of Aussie film and television. Here’s what they are.
Disgraced ex-Nine boss spotted for the first time
Disgraced former Nine news boss Darren Wick has been spotted for the first time since allegations were levelled against him tipped the broadcaster into a scandal and led to a management overhaul.
Former Miss America speaks out after fiery Thorpe clash
Former Miss America and pro-nuclear advocate Grace Stanke has spoken out after a heated moment with controversial Senator Lidia Thorpe in Canberra.
Taree preview, tips: Ball puts positive spin on wide barriers
Trainer Tony Ball remains confident at his home track despite five of his six runners drawing double-figure barriers. BEST BETS, INSIDE MAIL
The best detailed guide to NSW race meetings
Saint, Sinner, Shoosh: Walters vows not to hold back on Broncos
‘It’s unfair’: 50m+ reasons NSW will always defend UFC
SuperCoach trial scores: Cheapie emerges as Raiders star steals the show
Shorts
‘I know it’s been tough…’: Ken’s message to Port fans
TV presenter nearly suffers wardrobe malfunction
Dons show off new half-back weapon
Queensland phenom Roman Siulepa is a level above!
Carlton’s prized pick shines in match sim
Blues return to IKON Park for Open Training
Ruby Perkins’ U20 Nationals highlights are something else 🔥
Sharks v Warriors pre-season clash
The dark horse contender for NRL’s buy of the year
The player market frenzy has set-up a hotly contested field for ‘buy of the year’ honours, and former NRL star Mitchell Pearce is tipping a surprise contender to win the crown. See who is in the running and have your say.
Cherny: Loved Konstas? Then you can’t hang Connolly
Cricket fans worldwide raved about the cavalier batting of Sam Konstas on debut. As DANIEL CHERNY writes, it’s why they can’t turn on Cooper Connolly after one rush of blood.
A-League: Sydney stuns with 97th minute equaliser in derby
Sydney FC has produced a stunning comeback sealed in the 97th minute in a dramatic derby against its western rivals. Read the biggest news from Round 18 here.
‘Little purple patch’: Aussie SailGP crew dodge drama as storm looms
Record penalties, flying starts, close calls and cheeky moves – day one of the Sydney SailGP had it all and more. including one very happy Australian team.
Lees scores Millennium goal with ‘ripper’ Rivellino
Rivellino, named after a World Cup-winning Brazilian footballer, could get his chance at Sydney’s juvenile triple crown after a barnstorming win in the Inglis Millennium at Randwick.
‘Horrendous’: Goorj fires up, Kings accept Adams eye-gouge sanction
Jaylen Adams will be free to play in Sydney Kings’ cut-throat NBL final after avoiding suspension for an eye gouge. HAVE YOUR SAY ON THE INCIDENT HERE
Matt Preston’s secret to the ultimate schnitzel
10 cheap, cheerful & delicious places to eat in Phuket
As a tourist hub, Phuket isn’t a destination traditionally synonymous with foodie wonders. But among the smorgasbord of resorts and major hotels that scatter this town and its surrounds, you’ll find a mingling of eateries, restaurants and street food stars worth your while.
Say ‘cheers!’ to the weekend with these 49 cocktails
Because Champagne alone isn’t going to cut it.
The cheap, costly and quirky perks of NRL club memberships
Warriors star in doubt for Vegas after pre-season injury blow
The Warriors will be sweating on the fitness of Dallin Watene-Zelezniak, with the try-scoring machine in doubt for their Las Vegas opener after picking up an injury in their pre-season clash against Cronulla.
Baby Broncos blitz Bears as Madge era starts with shutout
Brisbane’s Michael Maguire era has started with a bang, with a rising star impressing as the Broncos proved too strong for the Burleigh Bears in their first pre-season trial.
Laugh is on Labor and its festival of weakness
Happy Inauguration Day to all the haters and losers
The loser/hater community now faces an enemy who has become massively emboldened by that community’s own ruinous tactics. Trump’s foes are the authors of their own destruction, writes Tim Blair.
Beach clean-up a small price to pay to see fun return to Sydney
Scenes of garbage left on beaches by Christmas Day revellers have spawned outrage, but Tim Blair reckons Sydneysiders could learn a thing or two from the partying backpackers.
In which city is the National Library of Australia?
What alcohol is used to make a gimlet cocktail?
The Chase Australia’s official Shark, Brydon Coverdale, has created a new daily quiz challenge. Test yourself.
How does your body compare to your age?
Your “health age” is a good way to check if you need to consider some lifestyle changes. Find out yours. Take our test.
High profile inmate sues over prison sex abuse scandal
From ‘The Punisher’ to Kazem Hamad: New tobacco war intel
Illicit tobacco has reignited Melbourne’s gangland war as Sam “The Punisher” Abdulrahim was killed. With Kazem Hamad allegedly in control, the bloodshed has spread to Sydney. This is what’s at stake.
$150k of stolen goods: Alleged truck thief’s stash uncovered
A man banned from being in the front seat of any vehicle will remain behind bars on remand after police allegedly caught him in the driver’s seat of an allegedly stolen truck. But that wasn’t all that was allegedly uncovered.
Gross feature in UK homes that stunned me
Bizarre thing we never knew about Nth Korea
North Korea is one of the most isolated, secretive and ruthlessly ruled countries on the planet. Some of the details about life on the inside that have leaked are truly strange.
‘Aussie Maldives’ 3h from Sydney
This babe of a bay has blinding white sand, shallow emerald waters and friendly rays you can swim with. No wonder tourists are calling it the Maldives of Australia.
Mazda CX-80 review: Family hauler has CX appeal
The ‘huge thing’ driving car sales
Turbocharged performance on the track has helped put car makers in the fast lane.
The car colours that costs more to insure
It turns out that if Aussies pick these coloured cars, it’ll cost you more in insurance – and the reason will shock you.
How our car-azy adventure has bean a lifesaver
130-days, 17 countries: Bean Team finish epic adventure
After an epic 130-day journey retracing the famous 1927 route of Francis Birtles, intrepid explorers Matthew Benns and Warren Brown arrived in Melbourne on Friday after driving from London.
Australia’s Top End is truly hair-raising Territory for Bean team
The recreation of Francis Birtles’ epic 1927 drive from London to Melbourne has had some hair-raising moments across the globe — but Australia’s Top End topped the lot.
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