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‘Put my heart and soul into it’: Hird disappointed as Dons prepare to endorse McVeigh as coach

Former Essendon players and Swans’ assistant coach Mark McVeigh will present to the Essendon board on Monday as the…

England cricketer Brydon Carse arrested

Fast bowler Brydon Carse is apprehended by police outside a nightclub in Derby. His Durham and England teammate Matthew…

Shark survivor's emotional interview

Sydney woman Leah Stewart has told 60 Minutes about her near-death experience at Coogee Beach.

How smart car technology could prevent one in five road casualties

Why are Australian drivers switching off vehicle safety technology that’s designed to keep them safe on the roads?

England Ashes star handcuffed outside nightclub

England's Ashes fast bowler Brydon Carse was caught handcuffed outside a nightclub.

‘I shouldn’t be here’: Australian man accused of killing Thai teenager says he is innocent

Simon Carman told the ABC he was acting in self-defence to stop Thanchanok Donhomla from stabbing him at his Pattaya…

Sydney Marathon's medal engraves wrong stadium

Runners in the Sydney Marathon will be presented a 'unique' medal after a mistake led to Allianz Stadium in Germany…

Sydney shark attack victim Leah Stewart thought of only one thing during Coogee attack

Recalling the horror attack at Coogee Beach on June 13 that left her fighting for life in hospital and needing to have…

Koal hit by e-bike in Brisbane

A koala has had a lucky escape after being hit by an e-bike in Brisbane's south-east.

England cricketer handcuffed after nightclub incident days before Test match

A video shows Brydon Carse surrounded by four police officers, while his county teammates Matthew Potts and Ben Stokes…

Manu signs with PNG Chiefs

Former Roosters star Joseph Manu is headed to the PNG Chiefs as the club's seventh signing.

Swans' youngsters give side flicker of hope for flag

Harm done now can be harm forever; how government delay can derail lives

Policymakers have long time frames. But lives are being changed forever by lack of immediate action.

Hayden Panettiere’s final battles: mysterious pain and trouble with an ex

The star’s death from an apparent drug overdose last week has prompted fresh scrutiny of her troubled relationship with…

Hird 'disappointed' by Bombers snub

Essendon legend James Hird is "disappointed" by the Bombers opting to offer Mark McVeigh the head coach role over him.

Man charged over alleged home-made explosives

Police have charged a 30-year-old man with making homemade explosives after an arrest in Wagga Wagga.

Government, parents, teachers: ‘It is everyone’s responsibility to be part of combating this culture’

After a week of sexual assault allegations involving both boys and prominent sports stars, Chanel Contos asks what more…

‘Never mind the Nazis’, Coalition says to the Brethren. ‘Just show us the money’

Revelations that a group of so-called Christians had paid neo-Nazis to sway an election have not shaken the Coalition’s…

It’s no surprise to Kath to learn emotions may drive heavy drinking

Research showing male and female brains respond differently to alcohol, and emotions such as stress could be a driver…

Ukraine fears Russian troops surge

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is concerned Russia will mobilise another 300,000 troops later this year.

‘Lighten up a bit’: Trump caps US’ 250th birthday with IndyCar race in DC

More than 100,000 spectators converged on the US capital for its inaugural Grand Prix race. Many were racing fans -…

Adelaide faces wettest winter in 20 years

Adelaide is facing its wettest winter in more than 20 years, with a low pressure system moving towards the city.

Queensland bail breakers could face jail time

Queensland ministers will today consider mandatory jail time for offenders who breach bail.

Brethren feed Angus Taylor, Tony Abbott days after Nazi revelations

The pair are enjoying the hospitality of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church despite evidence its elders paid…

The plan to divert more patients from Sydney’s busiest emergency rooms

More than half a million people have been treated for semi-urgent conditions in short-stay units across NSW. They’re…

‘Tell your child you believe them’: Why young people start to doubt their own bodies

Jaimie’s doctor said her numbness was caused by hyperventilation. It didn’t seem to matter that she hadn’t been…

In one of the world’s best airports for food, this restaurant stands out

There are some airports you actually look forward to visiting because of the dining options, and this is one of them.

11 things that can regularly change your testosterone levels

From your favourite team losing to becoming a parent, there are many unexpected events that can shift testosterone.

Going to the Max: Sydney’s ultimate Dupain exhibition should make anyone swoon

Dupain is the only person in the library’s history to be celebrated with seven exhibitions.

Nine of the world’s oldest regular trains you can still ride on

From old wood-panelled East-German classics, to the stainless-steel wonders of Canada – there is still plenty of…

Five health benefits of eggs you probably didn’t know about

Most people know eggs are high in protein, vitamins and other nutrients. But they also have other benefits that make…

Freight trains tear through my suburb at night. I’ve made peace with it

The train line defines our neighbourhood as much as the main road and the flooding.

How council plans to avoid a repeat of Riverfire crowd crush

After last year’s event, spectators faced frightening crowd crushes and long waits for buses and trains. Organisers say…

Teachers can rarely work from home, except at this school

Nearly half of teachers at a Melbourne public school are regularly working from home in a bid to prevent burnout.

Its reputation ruined by Basil Fawlty, the ‘English Riviera’ has made a comeback

Agatha Christie loved it, poets deemed it “a most beautiful and very dazzling sight”, but John Cleese had a different…

‘Frighteningly easy’: How fake AI payslips fuel mortgage fraud

Dodgy loan applications are on the rise, reigniting a bank push for a shift away from old-school documents such as…