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Middle East at war
Bowser relief under threat as oil stockpiles run dry
Australians enjoyed a respite from soaring fuel prices, but global markets will bring bad news to service stations in coming weeks.
Paramedic cautioned after waiting for Maccas before leaving for job
During another incident in July 2023, he swung by his house to pick something up on the way to a potentially life-threatening event.
A week on, Alice Springs is a town forever changed
The local supermarket has run out of flowers as residents pay their respects at the locked gates of Kumanjayi Little Baby’s family home.
‘More work to do’: Wilson passes first election test despite One Nation challenge
The Liberal Party claimed victory in the Nepean byelection on Saturday night, but the results suggest a complicated road ahead to November’s statewide poll.
‘We do the big reforms’: Albanese says he’s energised and keen for a third term
One year into a difficult second term, Anthony Albanese says absorbing the nation’s anger and grief is part of the job of being PM, while declaring he will absolutely seek a third term.
Festivals are collapsing left and right, but one local event powers on after 25 years
The festival has tried to get the Teskey Brothers for years. In 2026, they’ve finally succeeded.
Opinion
Budgeting
The top five money mistakes you’re probably making right now
With things likely to get worse on Tuesday with another rate rise predicted, it has never been more important to get on top of your money.
Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon
Money contributor
Opinion
Retirement living
The silent deadline that could make or break your retirement
I turned 50 earlier this year, and it’s been the trigger I needed to get serious about my retirement plan.
Bec Wilson
Money contributor
Analysis
Middle East at war
Trump has a new target in Europe – and there’s a price for speaking up
When the leader of a key US ally told us exactly what he thinks about how things are going in the war with Iran, it didn’t go down well with a furious US president.
Opinion
Middle East at war
This oil shock will hit Asia harder than the 1970s
Europe’s oil demand never recovered from the shocks of the 1970s. If the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz doesn’t end soon, a dramatic transformation awaits in Asia.
David Fickling
King steps out of his mother’s shadow with masterful display of soft power
On the centenary of the late queen’s birth, a new book casts an insider’s light on her family debacles – and her instinctive sympathy for the “spares”.
If you’re fussy, you die: My three nights surviving in the bush (with an expert)
As someone who still cuts the crusts off his sandwiches, this experience taught me new skills – and a lot about myself.
Opinion
Sleep
Considering a sleep divorce? This Danish technique might just save your marriage
Couples who are not sleeping well have more anger and conflict in their relationships and worsened perceptions of relationship quality.
Lisa Martin
Writer
I find my husband’s nighttime habit to be unhygienic. He disagrees
Multitasking is an ingenious way of extending our limited brushing time, advises our Modern Guru.
Roosters withstand rousing Broncos comeback to seal thrilling win
The Roosters hit their straps but almost blew a 30-0 lead as the Broncos came storming back. This is how it played out.
Bolters emerge in Wallabies race as Reds orchestrate Brumbies ambush
Two Queenslanders who earned their chances through an injury crisis may have just launched themselves into Test calculations.
Updated
AFL 2026
‘Make a hero of themselves’: Fagan angry at leaking of Lions’ whiteboard photo
The whiteboard listed the strengths and weaknesses of Essendon’s players, including references to Zach Merrett being “selfish” and Sam Durham being a “hot head”.
Queensland
School fostered misogyny, excused behaviour as ‘boys will be boys’, court told
A former teacher at the Catholic boys’ school says she was surrounded and attacked during a rainy lunch duty, as her legal team fights to access more documents.
Updated
Queensland Police
Palaszczuk’s partner Reza Adib charged with three counts of rape
The prominent surgeon said he was taking the allegations very seriously and intended to vigorously defend the charges.
SEQ water boss to step down after three years at the helm
Paul Arnold was appointed chief executive of the government-owned corporation Urban Utilities in 2022, and will leave in October this year.
Man accused of ramming Brisbane Synagogue gate appears in court
A member of the congregation was standing behind the gate at the time of the incident, but no one was injured.
Vial of blood and note seized in drug-spiked smoothie murder case
A jury in the trial of a woman accused of killing her son have heard about items found in his room.
Property
Luxury homes with period charm we love
Looking for your next home? These period stunners with contemporary updates offer the best of both worlds.
House prices jump $200,000 in a year to hit record high
Brisbane prices have overtaken Melbourne’s and are second only to Sydney’s. But there are signs of a shift.
Politics
Chalmers prepares for a $60 billion budget hit
The government’s revamped five-year hospital agreement to the states is set to cost the budget an additional $25 billion.
Business
Analysis
AI
The world’s richest man, the AI king, and a courtroom showdown
Elon Musk and Sam Altman have finally landed in court, and the verdict could reshape OpenAI, the AI race, and the tech defining our era.
World
In Lebanon, the missiles fall and the crisis mounts, despite the ceasefire
With thousands displaced by the fighting between Israel and Hezbollah, aid agencies say Lebanon’s war-weary civilians are now also facing a health crisis.
Opinion
Why Trump is sending Australia a bargain-bin US ambassador
Cory Alpert
Former White House staffer
Anzac booers were a ‘God moment’: How Uncle Ray’s grace answers the graceless
Julia Baird
Journalist, broadcaster, historian and author
The ’80s are back, but should they be?
Charles Purcell
Writer
Australians have had it with mining companies. A gas exports tax is inevitable
Waleed Aly
Columnist, author and academic
Explore
Good Food
Lifestyle
Not just a pretty place: Four ways to keep your garden exciting
These features are anything but an indulgence, as UK garden designer Lottie Delamain reveals her practical advice for those in need of some fresh motivation.
Culture
Legend. Icon. Prophet. David Attenborough on the cusp of 100
The beloved documentary maker brought nature into the world’s lounge rooms, but is not without his critics.
Traveller
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Sport
As it happened: Roosters withstand rousing Broncos comeback to seal thrilling win
The Roosters hit their straps but almost blew a 30-0 lead as the Broncos came storming back. This is how it played out.
As it happened: Lions smash Bombers after whiteboard comments cause a stir
Richmond and West Coast traded goals in the last quarter before the Tigers pulled away and won in the west, while Geelong have steadied against the Kangas.
Updated
AFL 2026
‘Make a hero of themselves’: Fagan angry at leaking of Lions’ whiteboard photo
The whiteboard listed the strengths and weaknesses of Essendon’s players, including references to Zach Merrett being “selfish” and Sam Durham being a “hot head”.
Bolters emerge in Wallabies race as Reds orchestrate Brumbies ambush
Two Queenslanders who earned their chances through an injury crisis may have just launched themselves into Test calculations.
Exclusive
NRL 2026
How Maguire defied his critics to become ‘one of the best signings’ in Broncos’ history
Few have endured a firestorm like Michael Maguire after tasting premiership glory. Club CEO Dave Donaghy and great Darren Lockyer explain how the coach has risen above adversity.
From unwanted to unstoppable: How Donaldson is playing his way back into the Wallabies
With a starring role in the Force’s first victory in Sydney in five years, Ben Donaldson reminded Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt of his ability
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NRL 2026
Teen star reveals why he knocked back Gus and rugby ahead of a date with Cleary
Joey Walsh’s signature was one of the most prized in Australian sport. The teen halfback chose Manly. Now he’s set to make his run-on debut against the best No.7 in the biz.
Have Your Say
Why Dolphin looms as Origin must after Storm take down
His father won four premierships but never secured an elusive Origin jumper. Max Plath’s ready to do what his dad couldn’t.
