Woolworths, Coles hit back at ACCC on ‘fake discount’ claims
Coles and Woolies have defended accusations of fake discounts by saying almost all were price hike requests from food and grocery suppliers hit by a ‘sudden outbreak of inflation’.
Teals ‘biggest nimbys in town’, Thorpe ‘breached oath to Crown’: senator
Coalition senate leader Bridget McKenzie turned both barrels on independent MPs, calling for a ‘constitutional’ probe into Lidia Thorpe’s outburst, while accusing the teals of hypocrisy and rank nimbyism on the housing crisis.
Moment 2,000lb bomb hits Beirut building in Israeli air strike
New images show the descent of the bomb before it slammed into a multistorey block in Beirut, in a strike targeting Hezbollah ‘facilities’.
‘Extremely serious findings’: Lehrmann to proceed with appeal
Ten has been dealt a massive blow in Bruce Lehrmann’s appeal of the landmark defamation ruling that found he raped Brittany Higgins in parliament house.
University drop-out rates hit record high for Australian students | FULL LIST
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Harris at mercy of her ‘man problem’
One of America’s leading thinkers, Warren Farrell, says Kamala Harris could lose the US election because of a failure by Democrats to properly respond to new challenges facing young men.
Netanyahu’s bedroom window cracked by drone in Hezbollah assassination bid
The Israeli PM tells Antony Blinken Hezbollah’s ‘significant’ drone strike on his Caesarea home ‘can’t be ignored,’ amid reports Iran envoys in Beirut helped co-ordinate the weekend attack.
Thorpe rails against ‘colonial structures’ but has no issue with Chairman’s Lounge
Lidia Thorpe has racked up thousands of dollars in taxpayer-funded interstate travel since entering parliament, and Peter Dutton says there is a ‘strong argument’ for her to resign after her tirade at King Charles.
Commentary
Drop bank rules that make it impossible to borrow
The country will slide into a housing shortage unless the way we do business changes to allow more building, Meriton’s Harry Tiguboff warns.
Workplace ‘re-education camps’ speak to culture of weakness
Re-education camps are all the rage in 2024. The ABC, for example, is re-educating its staff about racism. It’s not entirely clear from its recent racism review what it means by racism.
The Trump effect instils anxiety in Labor ranks
Anthony Albanese’s signature climate change, economic, trade, foreign and national security policies face being up-ended if Donald Trump wins the November 5 election.
Crisafulli pulls in front as he reveals pro-choice stance
After a nervous start to the state election debates in Queensland, David Crisafulli has hit his stride when it matters most, in the clinching phase of the campaign.
ASX 200 rises; QBE down; Coles, Woolworths gain
Insurance giant QBE allegedly misled 500,000 customers on discounts. Nine-controlled Domain Holdings flags CEO change. Supermarket duopoly conduct ‘misleading’: ACCC tells court. ASIC on the trail of MinRes boss Chris Ellison.
More cost cutting and staff culling to come for Tabcorp
New Tabcorp boss Gillon McLachlan says he wants a ‘fitter’ company with more cost-cutting restructuring and staff reductions to come as it gets back to its wagering core.
Revenue hits $2.5bn but Canva in no hurry to float
The true cost of cut-price deal White knocked back
QBE misled half a million customers, lawsuit alleges
White settlement involves the billionaire’s second NDA
WiseTech boss Richard White has settled the court fight he started with his ex-lover and it involves the second NDA he has signed with women he’s allegedly been in a relationship with.
Watchdog on the trail of Mineral Resources boss
ASIC is interested in the outcome of an internal inquiry launched by the MinRes board into Chris Ellison’s admission that he once cheated on his personal tax obligations.
Former Abercrombie CEO charged with sex-trafficking
Mike Jeffries is accused of using his status to coerce aspiring models into having sex with him and his romantic partner.
Teals with a taste for nimbyism: Independent MPs oppose plan for high rise housing in their seats
Zoe Daniel and Monique Ryan have criticised key aspects of Premier Jacinta Allan’s plan to tackle Victoria’s housing crisis by building high rise towers in the suburbs within their electorates.
Abortion row: Crisafulli backs right to choose
In the final debate of the campaign, David Crisafulli came out swinging at Premier Steven Miles and his ‘silly little wedge questions’.
PM jumps the gun on candidate revelation
Hydro hold-ups stifle green goals
PM letters to Queen ‘should stay secret’
A poignant audience with Barbecue King in a neighbourhood so close to his heart
King Charles and Queen Camilla were greeted by a perfect Sydney day and enthusiastic locals across the city on their final full day in Australia.
Police disperse alleged neo-Nazi protest-crashers
A group of counter-protesters allegedly chanting ‘Australia for the white man’ at a refugee protest camp have been dispersed by police | WATCH
Pesutto ‘acted from political expediency’
Closing arguments in the Moira Deeming v John Pesutto defamation battle have begun.
Australia’s Top 100 Innovators of 2024 revealed
They are the best and the brightest, the Australians leading the way as they turn good ideas into products and services for local and global markets. Meet the innovators making a difference to our world.
Lack of investment holding back innovation – and green solutions
Government regulation to make big business adopt a recycling mindset will ensure Australia becomes a truly circular economy.
The List: Innovators under 40 changing the game
An energy network in the sky, CCTV cameras that get to know you, changing building structures one timber at a time are just some of the clever ways these entrepreneurs are changing the world.
Bio-banks and cancer tissue mining: the Aussie inventors changing health
As a keen runner, Lydia O’Donnell followed the advice of coaches over dieticians and it had serious, long-term ramifications. She did her own research and now joins a new generation turning med tech breakthroughs into business.
FBI probes leak of Israeli strike plans for Iran
Former intelligence officials say the documents were most likely a leak from a government employee with access to the files, rather than a hack into US government classified servers.
Harvey Weinstein reportedly diagnosed with leukemia
Reports in the US say the 72-year-old disgraced Hollywood producer has chronic myeloid leukemia and is undergoing treatment in a New York prison.
Blinken flies to Mid-East in push for Gaza truce
China tests Prabowo’s mettle with early salvo
How Israel flushed Sinwar out of Gaza’s tunnels to his death
Obama mocks ‘loony’ Trump as Walz calls Musk a ‘dip shit’
Barack Obama took to the stage alongside Tim Walz at a rally in Wisconsin, as the two Democrat heavyweights urged supporters to vote.
Trump to appear on Joe Rogan podcast
Appearing on Joe Rogan on Saturday (AEDT) gives Donald Trump another alternative forum to reach voters, particularly men.
Macca’s denies it’s endorsing Trump
Trump’s shift at McDonald’s was a campaign win – and a photographer’s dream
Trump, a bully with a heart of gold who craves approval
A leap into rare air for Paul Kelly after 50 years
At 69, it’s tricky for Paul Kelly to find firsts – but next year, the ARIA Hall of Fame-inducted artist will do something he’s never done before.
Blue-chip suburbs hit new milestones in thriving real estate market
In these neighbourhoods, median house prices have surpassed the $2m and $3m marks. It’s an impressive upward trend for Australia.
This budget chicken dish will become a weekly favourite
A classic takeaway dish at home and on a budget. These sticky sesame nuggets of gold will have you wanting more.
Dream deal for pinot noir lovers
A quadrella of highly praised pinot noir from the Yarra to Tasmania’s Tamar are on show in this exclusive offer designed for those obsessed with this beguiling grape.
‘You don’t want to be stuck in that middle seat’
This business class on an international carrier still has a middle seat on some of its planes. Is it worth paying if you could still find yourself wedged between two other passengers?
At One & Only a touch of Willy Wonka magic surprises guests
How do you give wealthy travellers what they want? Ask Philippe Zuber, chief executive of One & Only and Atlantis Resorts.
10 must-see cultural landmarks: The world’s best new museums from Bali to Norway
Focused on everything from Balinese astrology to Shakespearean performance, these museums are as diverse as they are innovative.
The best places to eat and stay in Nashville
The Tennessee capital, home of country music, has dining options that go way beyond fried chicken.
X marks new era in fashion craft
As Phoebe Philo finally arrives down under, one of Australia’s foremost fashion authorities is predicting a vibe shift.
Buyers are spoilt for choice in this beachside Sydney suburb
A healthy line-up of luxe listings hits the market ready for the spring selling season as buyers look to lock in holiday homes for summer.
Kate’s titanic focus: photojournalist Lee Miller
The Academy Award-winning actor talks to Troy Bramston about taking on her most challenging and important screen role, in Lee.
‘Gas the Jews’ or ‘Where’s the Jews’?: Why John Safran can’t tell us about the Opera House protest
John Safran joined the Palestinian-flag waving crowds gathered at the Sydney Opera House after the October 7 attacks – specifically because police warned Jews to stay away. But he still doesn’t know what was chanted.
The tragedy of King Charles: he had too little time
I support an Australian republic, yet retain affection for Charles the man. Because his mother lived so long and refused to cede power to her son, we now have an elderly, ailing monarch who has only touched his kingly legacy lightly.
The King’s return? Warner’s shock call on Test SOS
Dave Warner has sensationally declared his status should selectors send an SOS to the former Test opener for the upcoming series against India. Find out what he said here.
Why Warner’s Test return offer is no laughing matter
Australia never knew it at the time but David Warner left a batting wasteland behind him. His offer to return for the India series lays the situation bare, with more pain to come.
$1m in payments at centre of Rocky Elsom fraud conviction
Documents presented to a criminal court in France detail contentious payments totalling hundreds of thousands of euros made by ex-Wallaby captain Rocky Elsom.
Pariah to the promised land: Suaalii’s ultimate redemption
Superstar NRL recruit Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii is set to cap the ultimate redemption, with his Spring Tour call-up set to deliver a debut Wallabies cap. See all the shocks and snubs inside.
Bridge to tomorrow: Glasgow defends trimmed-down Games
Glasgow has defended it’s trimmed-down Commonwealth Games that will feature just 10 sports – with almost half the sports featured two years ago axed in budget cuts. Every sport’s status revealed inside.
‘Incredible’: Rival keepers push each other on
Australia’s best wicketkeepers are in imperious form, but the pressure continues to rise on a Test stalwart.
A glittering chapter in Chopard’s history
Chopard’s new Global Ambassador Bella Hadid perfectly embodies the elegance and Joie de Vivre of Chopard’s Haute Joaillerie watches.
Indulge in Australia’s most remote luxury lodge
You can’t reach the Berkeley River Lodge by road. Instead, fly in and experience the Kimberley scenery at its most spectacular.
Daily Cartoon
Thorpe is a one-trick pony who craves shameless publicity over substance
How Israel and Iran are waging war in the shadows
The arrest of seven Israelis paid hundreds of thousands of pounds by Iran to take photographs of sensitive military sites highlights the intensifying espionage war in the Middle East.
Israel truths buried by false media narrative
Left wing journalists love quoting Jews who criticise Israel. It’s a version of the ABC’s strategy of rolling out the welcome mat for former Coalition leaders who want to criticise the Coalition.
Qatar Airways takes bold tech step with video call ability
Virgin pushes for quick decision on extra Qatar flights
Virgin Australia has asked the competition watchdog to fast-track its decision on a deeper relationship with Qatar Airways, so more flights to Doha can get underway from June.
Qantas ordered to pay $170k compo with more to come
Qantas faces a hefty compensation bill for unlawfully outsourced workers but not as much as the TWU might have liked after a Federal Court ruling.
Fund cut backflip for Indigenous boarding schools
Face-to-face collaboration ‘key to online learning’
As more working students opt for university study online, what’s the secret sauce for success? A Harvard University dean insists collaboration is the key.
Sackings fear under review of university practices
‘More job losses’ have been threatened by universities as the federal government starts a review of university governance.
Why an Aussie banker landed a key role in this succession drama
‘I know you’re hurting’: Nine’s news boss addresses staff
The head of Nine’s news and current affairs division has sent an after-hours email acknowledging the pain employees are suffering following reports of bullying, sexual harassment and misconduct.
Are big sponsorships worth the money?
Australians love sport. But is it worthwhile for big brands to sponsor the nation’s teams, leagues and events?
EVT checks in for hospitality expansion amid tourism surge
Mirvac sees housing comeback as govt stimulus drives market
The property developer says the Victorian government’s stamp duty relief could spark activity in the laggard state.
New vision for Globe Derby Park amid land sell-off
The SA Harness Racing Club has unveiled sweeping plans to redevelop Globe Derby Park, including a $55m land sale aimed at securing the racecourse’s financial future.
Clarity needed on WiseTech succession planning
Audiovisual specialist Audinate shelves its target
Audiovisual company Audinate has told investors it’s had weaker-than-expected demand from customers and that’s led to revised financial targets.
Medibank signs digital partnership with Canadian firm
Australia’s biggest health insurer has signed a three-year agreement with Toronto-based League to offer ‘more personalised healthcare’ to its 4.2 million customers.
Brain volume impacts ADHD, Parkinson’s: study
Samples collected for first national DNA database
DNA samples from diverse communities around Australia are being gathered to form what is hoped to be first national genetic biobank.
Bat with bite puts end to ore plan
Rio Tinto and its partner in the Rhodes Ridge joint venture have informed regulators they will no longer push ahead with a long-awaited proposal to mine the Giles Mini deposit near Newman due to its impact on potential roosting sites for the vulnerable Ghost Bat.
The only one-pot Greek chicken dish you need
This risotto is a new take on an old favourite
This dish is a sensational balance of sweet and salty. It’s like a hug in a bowl.
Grain-fed beef carbon footprint lower than thought
New research shows the 1970s model used to measure greenhouse gas emissions from cattle feedlots has been significantly overstating emissions.
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