The man named Peregrine who ran a mile-long wire into the bush
Amid Australia’s greatest citizen science event, students are looking back into the life and work of one of Australia’s most prolific naturalists.
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‘Albertans chose Canada’: Voters reject move towards independence in victory for Carney
Donald Trump’s trade war and threats to make Canada the 51st US state have helped PM Mark Carney rally support in Alberta.
How Metro Tunnel influencers and MP Instagram accounts set off the state’s watchdog
Victoria’s auditor-general has criticised influencers for hiding paid state government partnerships and called for greater transparency over taxpayer-funded content.
Kenyan cult leader convicted of starving 190 children to death
A taxi driver-turned-apocalyptic preacher has been found guilty murdering 191 people, most of them children, in one of the worst cult atrocities of recent history.
Is Brisbane still a ‘big country town’? That’s no bad thing, says restaurateur David Flynn
The Rick Shores, Southside and Central owner discusses Brisbane’s most underrated season and how he sees the city’s dining habits shifting.
November 1 is looming. But Sam Walker is keeping his contract talks on hold
The premiership-winning Roosters halfback will hit the open market in less than two weeks – but with a Test debut to focus on, contract negotiations will have to wait.
‘I’d do it all again’: The Liberal MP who sparked an ICAC investigation into his own party resigns
Kellyville MP Ray Williams says he has no regrets about his 690-word speech that sparked the corruption watchdog’s investigation into his own party.
The new tech shopping for you while you sleep
81 per cent of shoppers in Australia and New Zealand already use AI to help them shop online. These designers aren’t convinced.
What tobacco crime kings pay enforcers to blow up rival Perth stores
Darryl Campton, 22, was just one of many drug addicts recruited by tobacco lords to torch shops that wouldn’t sell their products.
Town reeling after alleged attack on MP
A town is reeling following the incomprehensible alleged attack on federal MP Helen Haines.
Coroner finds man’s death caused by online gambling addiction
A coroner has found the suicide of young Victorian man Kyle Hudson was caused by his online gambling addiction.
‘As tall as you can go’: The NYC-style density plan for Melbourne’s future
Is urban sprawl a “massive failure” of the Western world, or is the genie out of the bottle? These are some of the big ideas contemplated at Melbourne Assembly.
The report into the Caulfield Cup horse death has been released, but we need more information
We now know, thanks to a speedy and thorough stewards’ investigation, the direct cause of a devastating horse death in the aftermath of Saturday’s Caulfield Cup. But more information is needed to complete the picture – and protect racing’s flimsy social licence.
Dallas Cowboys cheerleader cuts ties with Perth activewear brand after slur scandal
Faith Ward featured on America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, and has previously collaborated with Kikiva.
Concerns over the escalation of political extremism
Australia's security agencies warn political extremism has reached a boiling point as politicians say they fear about their own safety.
NAB to axe thousands of jobs in massive restructure
NAB will slash up to 2500 roles as part of a massive restructure that will aim to simplify its operations and workforce.
Hostility to our MPs must not be the new normal
Is this the Australia we have become, where political disagreement increasingly gives way to hostility, intimidation and violence?
‘We’re not afraid of risk’: Big Oil goes back to Iraq
While the US and Iran fight, the world’s major oil corporations are heading into neighbouring Iraq to secure future oil supplies.
Australia vs South Africa LIVE: Starc strikes as Mulder goes out; Hazlewood back but can’t bowl until later
Day three of the second Test match resumes with South Africa trying to recover its batting innings after Australia’s bowlers dominated the opening two days. Follow along live.
Uber driver ordered to pay woman $20k for terrifying incident
Jawad Ehrar shouted at Kubra Hassani, locked the doors of the car and deliberately drove past the appropriate exit to her suburb while driving her home from work.
A principled politician falls victim to the new political violence
The attack on independent MP Helen Haines is a dark shift in Australia’s national life.
Helen Haines once said she had no mortal enemies. That remark hangs heavily over this town
In a town of 30,000, where the local MP is as likely to be encountered at a coffee shop as on the 6pm news, people have been left struggling for words.
Midland tobacco shop arson attack
CCTV shows the moment three men ram raid a shop on the Great Eastern Highway using a stolen car in November 2025.
Family raises support for dog mauling victim as park death probe continues
Ajay Malik, 37, remains in hospital after two dogs mauled him in a Chermside park.
‘Chilling’: Coroner rejects Sportsbet’s defence in young man’s suicide
Five years after Kyle Hudson’s death, a Victorian coroner issued a scathing assessment of Sportsbet, saying the wagering giant fed the 22-year-old’s gambling addiction.
Police union has questions to answer on loan for DV accused: minister
With a leadership election looming, a decision by the executive to approve funds to help an officer accused of punching and stalking his partner has boiled over.
Friend of ex-cop gives evidence in double murder trial
A female friend of Beau Lamarre-Condon, who was with him in a white van when he allegedly tried to dump two bodies, has started giving evidence in the double murder trial.
Everything we should (and shouldn’t) expect from the Girls reboot
Lena Dunham may not be the voice of her generation, but her show was a mirror. I hope this revival will help humanise us further as we flail into middle age.
‘Ordinary, law-abiding life’: Accused $8m NGV thief faces court
A former National Gallery of Victoria IT chief accused of stealing $8 million from the NGV is banned from leaving the country after facing court for the first time.
Mongolian gas prize beckons as TMK Energy clears discovery hurdle
TMK Energy’s Declaration of Discovery for its 1.2Tcf Gurvantes XXXV project in Mongolia has been accepted, the first step towards a production licence, ahead of appraisal.
Melbourne must take lead on tech: AI boss
Rohan Silva of AI Faculty says Sydney has triumphed over Melbourne in venture capital investment.
Helen Haines has leg amputated after alleged deliberate attack
MP Helen Haines has had her leg amputated after she was mowed down by a car outside her electorate office in Victoria in an alleged deliberate act.
Politicians across the spectrum praise Helen Haines after alleged attack
Politicians on all sides have praised Helen Haines as a much loved community leader, including the prime minister who met the hero barber that stepped in.
The ‘huge and intimate’ exhibition that lets you into the mind of an influential artist
David Hockney died in June, but he lives on in this definitive and immersive display that opens this week.
The Grinch is stealing this Christmas from NAB workers, AI comes next
Artificial intelligence is not officially to blame for NAB’s latest round of job losses, but it will be next time around.
The 60 hearts at Sculptures by the Sea have nothing to do with love
This powerful artwork exposes the shocking impact of domestic violence in Australia
Mother of Alan Jones accuser breaks down in tears over letter from teenage son
The witness said she trusted Jones as a mentor to her son when he allegedly put his tongue in the teenager’s mouth.
Struck off podiatrist convicted for posing as practitioner on national TV, treating patients
Heassen Al Hamid treated patients and offered advice for wide-footed TV viewers while he was suspended from practising
‘Chasing a trophy’: Chiefs reveal bold ambition for debut NRL season
They have only assembled about a quarter of their roster, but PNG Chiefs coach Willie Peters is bullish about the chances of making an instant NRL impact.
‘It touched the boys’ hearts’: Eli Katoa’s emotional return to Tonga squad
A year after he was hospitalised after suffering three separate head knocks while on Tonga duty, the Melbourne Storm forward is back helping his nation at the World Cup.
Melbourne's innovation hurdles
Doherty Institute chief Sharon Lewin says scientists need to take risks.
De Blasio on the need to end urban sprawl
The former NYC mayor tells Melbourne Assembly on the need to end urban sprawl
Katseye: Wild Hearts trailer
The global girl group was quickly thrust into fame. But with two recent hiatuses, how long can they keep it up?
Aurum hits thick gold ahead of West African resource upgrade
Aurum Resources has extended gold across three targets at its flagship Boundiali project in West Africa, hitting 57m at 2.34g/t ahead of a major resource upgrade.
Making the country safer must start in the building where Helen and I work
Politicians are regularly asking our community to disagree well, but our own hypocrisy is often on display. We need to collectively look in the mirror and consider how we got here.
How tech geniuses became Hollywood’s favourite monster
From The Social Reckoning to Artificial, today’s on-screen tech bros are more sinister than ever.
The one mistake that turns sensible investors into panic buyers
Anxiety motivates you to get things done, to achieve and progress. But it also pushes people into rushed decisions that just cause more anxiety
Cirque du Soleil is exuberant old-fashioned circus pleasure, plus other new shows this week
Our critics look at what’s hot – and what’s not – on stages around town.
Melbourne 'must build higher, denser'
Ex-NYC mayor Bill de Blasio says what Melbourne has to do to be affordable and diverse.
WA Police Minister laments ‘MAGA rubbish’ online as MPs react to Haines attack
Whitby was one of several WA politicians expressing dismay and shock after Victorian Independent MP Helen Haines was hit by a car.
De Blasio on maintaining social fabric
The former NYC mayor addresses the aftermath of the attack on MP Helen Haines.
Critical Resources triples down on Suriname gold play
Critical Resources has grabbed its third gold play in Suriname, securing exclusivity over the Gadu Manda project, just 4km from Zijin Mining’s 6-million-ounce Rosebel mine.
De Blasio on the positives of immigration
Former New York City mayor Bill de Blasio reflects on the richness immigrants bring to society.
Wounded soldier airlifted from front line by drone in ‘world first’
The Ukrainian army published a video showing the drone lowering itself to the ground, before a man in combat gear fastens himself to a winch and is lifted.
Accused killer allegedly sent friend a photo of TV presenter in bed with another man
A friend of Beau Lamarre-Condon testified that he told her he spied on Jesse Baird and broke into his home.
Ex-NYC mayor pays tribute to Haines
Bill de Blasio urges Australians not to let US-style violence happen here as he pays tribute to attacked MP Helen Haines.
Not just nostalgia: Your old toy cars could be a secret goldmine
While few held on to their prized automobiles from the ’60s and ’70s, considerably more still have the model car taking pride of place on their shelves.
Critica tables monster $2.7B valuation for WA rare earths play
Critica Limited’s WA rare earths scoping study has delivered a huge $2.7 billion pre-tax valuation, 56% IRR and $556 million in upfront capital earmarked for a 14-year operation.
Riders scramble to ‘lock’ e-scooters to speed limits
The government says fewer children are getting hurt in e-scooter crashes.
Look away now Royal Melbourne members, this major winner prefers Kingston Heath, too
Ryan Fox has confirmed he will play in the Australian Open as he deals with the new-found fame and hectic workload that has followed his major victory in The Open Championship at Royal Birkdale in July.
Disgusting, dark times: Reece on political attacks
Melbourne Lord Mayor Nick Reece says he worries about the rising temperature in political discourse after the attack on Indi MP Helen Haines.
The embarrassment of Melbourne and Sydney: Bracks
Former Victorian premier Steve Bracks says it's embarrassing we don't have fast rail between our two major cities.
Helen Haines' accused attacker identified as Brendan Nugent
The man accused of mowing down federal Independent MP Helen Haines with a car has been identified as Brendan Nugent.
Dual international says Nawaqanitawase’s NRL stint proves Wallabies aren’t dead
Michael O’Connor says despite the Wallabies Bledisloe Cup drought, the 15-man game still produces quality footballers like Mark Nawaqanitawase.
The sinister meme that appeared just hours before the attack on Helen Haines
Social media vitriol is a strange amalgam of public and personalised. It’s posted for all to see, but is deeply silo-ed. I don’t know what’s happening in your feed and you don’t know what’s happening in mine.
Silver’s Motel
is a new-wave-meets-old-school cocktail lounge.
China’s export boom is becoming its Achilles heel
China is on track for a record trade surplus, but is facing increasing pushback from the countries whose economies are being ravaged by its flood of exports.
PS40
A new-school soda fountain, boasting some of the finest cocktail-making in the city.
Paradise
Cosy little corner vineria-cocktaileria-snackettoria.
Lord Mayor slams SRL, West Gate Tunnel
Nick Reece tells Melbourne Assembly Victoria needs to upgrade governance on infrastructure decision-making.
Security briefing for anxious MPs as Helen Haines loses leg, remains in critical condition
Victoria is contemplating increased security at next month’s state election after the federal independent was struck twice by a four-wheel drive outside her office.
Old Love’s
A rum spectacular with the South Pacific-inspired decor to match.
Maybe Sammy
Fun drinking with a serious underbelly.
Earl’s Juke Joint
A spark plug in Enmore Road’s crowded cocktail scene.
Disco Pantera
A 1970’s-inspired cocktail lounge serving up retro flavours.
The Republicans are erasing Trump. The president is now Mr 2.4 per cent
Not even the seemingly bottomless pockets of Elon Musk look like they will be able to save Trump from a calamitous swing against the Republicans.
A day at the races: why trackside dining is Sydney’s hottest ticket
You go to the races for the thrill, the excitement, and the chance to dress up. But the sights and sounds of race day aren’t complete without savouring the food on offer.
‘You have to actually think’: How to solve the hardest HSC maths problem
We went to North Sydney Girls to solve the hardest problem in the HSC. This is how they did it.
Cantina OK!
Standing-only laneway mezcaleria serving one of Sydney’s best margaritas.
Bar Demo
For cult wines and deliciously unhinged cocktails.
It’s the management stupid; Dollar Bill says back the skipper, not the ship
Boards change, projects change and even company names magically morph, but Dollar Bill asks whether it is real change or just the tired old format re-polished.
‘Spelling mistakes everywhere’: How an email from the heart got this AFL prospect a scholarship
Wil Malady is one of the most exciting players up for grabs in this year’s AFL draft, but he had to beg for a private school scholarship.
TV’s best (and worst) celebrity travel hosts
From Stanley Tucci to Conan O’Brien, a new crop of stars is roaming the globe, but these hosts aren’t created equal.
The Beekeeper
English-inspired micro-pub for pies, Guinness on tap and Britpop.
WA news LIVE: Cyclist killed in suspected hit-and-run in Perth’s south; Galleria revamp to open its doors on November 5
Follow our live coverage here.
55 North
Excellent cocktails, even better views.
‘Slowly losing myself’: Elina Svitolina announces end of marriage to Gael Monfils amid Ukraine war
The Australian Open semi-finalist and the recently retired French crowd favourite had been married for five years.
Official Trailer for Fallen Angels
Rose Byrne and Kelli O’Hara star in Noël Coward's Fallen Angels, filmed live on stage at Broadway’s Todd Haimes Theatre
I'm not a hero: Wangaratta dad raced to help after car hit federal MP Helen Haines
Hear from one of the first people to help after a driver allegedly drove into the independent MP.
Star skipper departs as Collingwood’s disastrous season plunges into crisis
Ruby Schleicher’s departure comes as several senior players within Collingwood have voiced frustration around the direction of the women’s side.
Suspect in Helen Haines attack once praised the MP online and had raised concern among neighbours
The 43-year-old has a history of activism in the Wangaratta area but neighbours described him as an “absolute nut job” and a “nightmare”.
Ukraine pulls of world's first battlefield drone rescue
The Ukrainian military claims it has pulled off the first drone rescue of a soldier wounded on the frontline.
Melbourne butcher robbed in overnight heist
A family butcher in Ivanhoe, in Melbourne's north-east, was ransacked in an overnight heist, with an estimated $8000 worth of meat stolen.
NAB announces it will cut thousands of jobs
The National Australia Bank has announced it will axe up to 2500 jobs over this financial year.
How to solve the hardest maths question in the 2026 HSC
Students at North Sydney Girls High said the final mathematics extension 2 question was not without its hiccups but were able to solve it.
Jockeys cleared over Caulfield Cup horse death as stewards release report
Stewards have released their findings following an investigation into a tragic race-day fall, while Chris Waller comes to Melbourne ahead of the Cox Plate.
Russell Brand had ‘weird maniacal grin’ before allegedly dragging victim into bar toilet and raping her
The actor and comedian is on trial accused of three counts of rape, three of sexual assault and one of indecent assault.
Albanese says all Australians will be thinking of Helen Haines today
Indi MP Helen Haines is in a critical condition after she was allegedly struck by a car driven by a 43-year-old male driver outside her electorate office in Wangaratta, in north-east Victoria.
Renshaw screamer caps another Boland day out
Dan Brettig and Adam Collins analyse how rain made the Australians wait for another chance to cut deeply into the Proteas' batting order.
Melbourne Assembly day two as it happened: PM, ex-New York mayor share visions for more liveable Melbourne
Follow live as shaping the city and innovation and education are in focus at The Age’s landmark civic forum.