The suburb at the epicentre of Sydney’s violent crime crisis
Youth workers are putting themselves between vulnerable teens and the crime families willing to pay them for brazen acts of violence. ⌘ Read more

‘I will work until the day I die’: The crippling cost of family law fights
Eloise was forced to flee a husband who subjected her and their children to a “daily regime of coercive control”. The legal bills were crushing. ⌘ Read more

Her physio was horrified, but Becca didn’t let a torn knee ligament stop her reaching a milestone
She hated hiking as a child – and had no idea what she was doing once she started climbing – but Becca Lunnon just made history on Tasmania’s mountains. ⌘ Read more

Must a eulogy always whitewash a deceased’s true personality?
Ditch the euphemisms for a spin-free funeral, advises our Modern Guru. ⌘ Read more

The June 13 edition
Our next football superstar is here | Capturing beauty in 360-degree detail | A planner and protester on bridging differences | Tasma Walton on dicey topics ⌘ Read more

‘I don’t know how to stop scoring bangers’: Is this our next football superstar?
Nestory Irankunda can kick a ball so freakishly hard that he has even broken a soccer net. Meet the Socceroos’ wildcard weapon. ⌘ Read more

Tribunal finds Perth nurse was caught stealing from disabled patients, selling items on eBay
A tribunal ruled the woman was “not currently a fit and proper person” to hold a nursing registration after she allegedly stole clothing, shoes, toiletries and food from a couple whose disabled children she cared for. ⌘ Read more

‘Like old-school Liberals’: WA’s One Nation leader open to Zempilas cooperation
The One Nation MLC, who along with Philip Scott are the only representatives of Pauline Hanson’s party in WA parliament, said while a state election was still a long way off, any form of collaboration to win seats from Labor would be beneficial. ⌘ Read more

Perth’s newest university campus lauded at major architecture awards
The building was praised for linking Perth’s central district back together with a “dramatic new insertion into the blighted and divisive strip of railway land separating the CBD from the entertainment precinct of Northbridge”. ⌘ Read more

Test your general knowledge with the Good Weekend quiz
Trivia buffs: can you get a perfect score in the interactive superquiz? ⌘ Read more

Hanson pledges to work with Coalition in Victoria as protesters target moved fundraiser
A planned One Nation fundraiser has been moved to a new, secret location after protesters vowed to demonstrate outside the original venue. ⌘ Read more

Hanson pledges to work with Coalition in Victoria as protesters target moved fundraiser
A planned One Nation fundraiser has been moved to a new, secret location after protesters vowed to demonstrate outside the original venue. ⌘ Read more

Aussie researchers get first-of-its kind glimpse of elusive goblin shark
In the past, they’ve only been seen alive after being hooked on a fishing line but they die soon after. ⌘ Read more

Daughter stares down father’s killers in court
A daughter whose father was murdered in WA’s south-west has stared down his killers as they were sentenced to lengthy jail terms. ⌘ Read more

Champion cyclist allegedly caught behind the wheel despite driving ban
Champion cyclist Rohan Dennis has allegedly been caught behind the wheel despite being banned from driving following a crash which killed his Olympian wife. ⌘ Read more

Gus Lamont’s grandmother lashes out at reporters
The grandmother of missing little boy Gus Lamont has had an outburst outside court today, captured on camera lashing out at reporters. ⌘ Read more

One of Australia’s worst paedophiles loses sentence appeal bid
One of Australia’s worst paedophiles, former childcare worker Ashley Paul Griffith, has failed in his bid to reduce the life sentence he received for hundreds of sex offences against young children. ⌘ Read more

Richard Marles’ AUKUS visit thrown into disarray after British defence secretary’s shock resignation
Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles was stood up by his British counterpart who spectacularly quit hours before they planned to meet. ⌘ Read more

The next federal poll is two years away, everyone, cool down
As the political temperature rises, it is worth noting the next election isn’t until 2028. ⌘ Read more

One Nation’s sold-out event cancelled at late notice by venue
A fundraiser for Pauline Hanson’s One Nation in Melbourne tonight has been cancelled after anti-racism protesters threatened to demonstrate outside the venue. ⌘ Read more

Young Aussie sprint star dies on family holiday in Thailand
There’s been an outpouring of grief for young sprint star Jemma Stapleton, who died in an accident on a family holiday in Thailand. ⌘ Read more

A man kept asking his flatmate on dates. Talika’s idea might fix the problem
Years of soaring property prices have meant the age of renters extend well beyond young adults and into new generations. But for women, it can come with additional hurdles. ⌘ Read more

No to housing but yes to industry on chicken farm site, councillor argues
The councillor will argue the council needs to diversify its rates base, with more than half of Redlands residents leaving the council for work. ⌘ Read more

‘This is what happens’: VicRoads privatisation blasted after IT outage
Most of the organisation’s online services have been restored after a week-long outage that caused headaches for motorists and car dealers, as well as police and councils. ⌘ Read more

Remains believed to be of missing woman were buried in creek
There’s been a major development in the search for western Sydney grandmother who disappeared in 2018 following the discovery of a body in a creek. ⌘ Read more

‘Unprovoked, gratuitous, brutal’: Two men sentenced over WA grandfather’s murder
Raymond Smith, 68, died alone and in pain after three men broke into his house and brutally attacked him in December 2023. ⌘ Read more

Driver pulled from vehicle at gunpoint by police
A driver was pulled from his car at gunpoint by police following a dramatic pursuit in Sydney’s south-west. ⌘ Read more

Man accused of kidnapping and murdering mother
A man has been charged with the murder of his mother after allegedly kidnapping her in Sydney’s north-west. ⌘ Read more

Protesters outside the Melbourne venue hosting a funding event for Pauline Hanson
A heavy police presence was on hand as protesters gathered outside the fundraiser ⌘ Read more

Protest plans force One Nation to shift location of Melbourne fundraising event
A planned One Nation fundraiser has been moved to a new, secret location after protesters vowed to demonstrate outside the original venue. ⌘ Read more

Protest plans force One Nation to shift location of Melbourne fundraising event
A planned One Nation fundraiser has been moved to a new, secret location after protesters vowed to demonstrate outside the original venue. ⌘ Read more

Alleged murder victim could still be alive, jury told
A man accused of murdering his missing American girlfriend was not guilty because she could still be alive and continuing her “below the radar” lifestyle, a jury has heard. ⌘ Read more

Former Rabbitohs and EPL sponsor cops largest ever fine from ASIC case
The former Australian sponsor of the Sydney Rabbitohs and Sheffield United FC has been hit with $300 million in fines – a record for any case brought by the corporate watchdog. ⌘ Read more

Man accused of kidnapping and murdering mother
A man has been charged with the murder of his mother after allegedly kidnapping her in Sydney’s north-west. ⌘ Read more

Melbourne venue cancels One Nation fundraiser
A One Nation fundraiser planned in Melbourne has been cancelled by the venue, after protesters threatened to demonstrate. ⌘ Read more

Champion cyclist allegedly caught behind the wheel despite driving ban
Champion cyclist Rohan Dennis has allegedly been caught behind the wheel despite being banned from driving following a crash which killed his Olympian wife. ⌘ Read more

Remains believed to be of missing woman were buried in creek
There’s been a major development in the search for western Sydney grandmother who disappeared in 2018 following the discovery of a body in a creek. ⌘ Read more

Teenager charged with 22 property crime offences across South Brisbane
A teenager is arrested by police and charged with 22 property offences across South Brisbane. ⌘ Read more

Architect much more than creator of brutalist UTS Tower
Michael Dysart was one of Australia’s most significant architects, designing everything from universities to hundreds of schools, and reshaping the project home market. ⌘ Read more

Mum of Gavin Preston killer used AI to ask the court for leniency
The mother of Jaedon Tito said her son had taken up colouring in to “clear his mind” in prison after he and another man were convicted of killing the underworld figure. ⌘ Read more

A scarf on a seat does not reserve it: MCC lays down law to members
Melbourne Cricket Club members who reserve seats with scarfs, drink alcohol in dry bays or buy guest tickets for major events without attending themselves are on notice. ⌘ Read more

I was too busy for the charity vendor. But he said something that stopped me in my tracks
Australia’s giving sector has shown its incredible heart this week, but behind the scenes, an unsustainable number of non-profits are competing for survival. ⌘ Read more

‘Economy held to ransom’: Warning over fallout from looming BHP strike action at Port Hedland
The action would be the first strike in the Pilbara in decades, and the alarms were sounding for those in the mining industry around pending industrial action as far back as March. ⌘ Read more

ICAC Operation Navarra LIVE updates: Inquiry to stretch into next week as sacked Parramatta Council boss Gail Connolly resumes evidence
Connolly has returned for a fourth day in the witness box, as she answers questions about accusing council staffers of “dressing like homeless people”. Follow live. ⌘ Read more

Toxic parents can be banned from schools for WhatsApp posts
Parents targeting teachers or principals in WhatsApp groups would be forced to take their posts down under an enhanced scheme to protect educators. ⌘ Read more

‘Very happy’: Victim’s joy over paedophile’s appeal fail
Ashley Paul Griffith had argued the 27‑year non‑parole period for hundreds of sexual offences against children was manifestly excessive. ⌘ Read more

Melbourne venue cancels One Nation fundraiser after protest threats
A party fundraiser has been cancelled hours before it was due to begin after a Moonee Ponds restaurant pulled out from hosting the event. ⌘ Read more

ICAC Operation Navarra LIVE updates: Inquiry to stretch into next week as sacked Parramatta Council boss Gail Connolly resumes evidence
Connolly has returned for a fourth day in the witness box, as she answers questions about accusing council staffers of “dressing like homeless people”. Follow live. ⌘ Read more

Australia news LIVE: Government ramps up its attacks on One Nation; Trump calls off Iran strikes; World Cup kicks off in Mexico City
Follow along with our latest live news updates from Australia and beyond. ⌘ Read more

Cocaine crackdown in Fortitude Valley leads to dozens of arrests
Police said they had disrupted an “established supplier” in the Brisbane party precinct. ⌘ Read more

Australia news LIVE: Government ramps up its attacks on One Nation; Trump calls off Iran strikes; World Cup kicks off in Mexico City
Follow along with our latest live news updates from Australia and beyond. ⌘ Read more

Perth MPs in One Nation’s sights hit back as Hanson show leaves town
Pauline Hanson put two Perth seats firmly in One Nation’s sights during her whirlwind visit to Perth this week. Their sitting Labor MPs aren’t concerned. ⌘ Read more

The ambush that forever changed how Victoria is policed
A routine factory stakeout shattered the illusion that a uniform was bulletproof. Today, first-responding police are expected to be heroes against heavily armed shooters. ⌘ Read more

Australia news LIVE: Government ramps up its attacks on One Nation; Trump calls off Iran strikes; World Cup kicks off in Mexico City
Follow along with our latest live news updates from Australia and beyond. ⌘ Read more

Man charged with murder of Sydney woman, police search for body
The woman had not been seen since Monday afternoon, when she drove to a relative’s house in Sydney’s north-western suburbs. ⌘ Read more

Decision on notorious paedophile’s appeal bid revealed
Ashley Paul Griffith had argued the 27‑year non‑parole period for hundreds of sexual offences against children was manifestly excessive. ⌘ Read more

ICAC Operation Navarra LIVE updates: Inquiry to stretch into next week as sacked Parramatta Council boss Gail Connolly resumes evidence
Connolly has returned for a fourth day in the witness box, as she answers questions about accusing council staffers of “dressing like homeless people”. Follow live. ⌘ Read more

Young teens risk mental health harm after one year of social media use
A study that tracked teenagers for a decade found a decline in their wellbeing from time online – but it also provides a critical window for intervention. ⌘ Read more

WA news LIVE: Convenience stores across WA shut down over illegal vapes, tobacco
Follow our live coverage here. ⌘ Read more

ICAC Operation Navarra LIVE updates: Inquiry to stretch into next week as sacked Parramatta Council boss Gail Connolly resumes evidence
Connolly has returned for a fourth day in the witness box, as she answers questions about accusing council staffers of “dressing like homeless people”. Follow live. ⌘ Read more

Sex assault victim’s outrage after arrest of notorious gang rapist Mohammed Skaf
Tracy Lee says she was just 15 years old when she allegedly became one of the first victims of the Skaf brothers. ⌘ Read more

Australia news LIVE: Government ramps up its attacks on One Nation; Trump calls off Iran strikes; World Cup kicks off in Mexico City
Follow along with our latest live news updates from Australia and beyond. ⌘ Read more

Violent unrest continues in Belfast
Authorities in Belfast are bracing for a third night of violence. ⌘ Read more

Greek court sentences Australian fugitive
A Greek court has sentenced James Dalamangas, one of Australia’s most wanted fugitives. ⌘ Read more

Stage set for White House UFC fight
A huge $85 million stage has been completed at the White House ahead of Donald Trump’s UFC bout. ⌘ Read more

UK defence minister quits over military spending
The UK defence minister has quit, putting more pressure on the AUKUS agreement. ⌘ Read more

Trump backpedals on major Iran strike
Donald Trump has cancelled major strikes on Iran, saying a deal is close. ⌘ Read more

Car plunges into backyard pool in Sydney
An elderly motorist mistakenly drove his car into a neighbour’s swimming pool overnight. ⌘ Read more

Australia news LIVE: Government ramps up its attacks on One Nation; Trump calls off Iran strikes; World Cup kicks off in Mexico City
Follow along with our latest live news updates from Australia and beyond. ⌘ Read more

Only one Labor MP will go to the World Cup. It’s not Anika Wells
The Canberra contingent bound for the 2026 FIFA World Cup will include just one federal Labor MP, and at least three members of the Liberal Party. ⌘ Read more

Apple, get the hell out of my uterus
Please, we don’t need the tech bros’ surveillance of our most intimate bodily functions. ⌘ Read more

New-look Age quiz: Where were the Sydney Swans originally based?
Test your knowledge of Melbourne and Victoria with Stephen Brook’s quiz. ⌘ Read more

Bupa renews seven-figure Carlton deal amid Sayers court saga
The health insurer has signed on for three more years as a Carlton sponsor as the club’s handling of its former president’s explicit photo scandal is scrutinised in the Supreme Court. ⌘ Read more

Major spaghetti junction to Sydney’s new airport set to open to drivers
The opening of the interchange linking the new M12 motorway to the M7 comes four months before the first passenger flights take off at Western Sydney Airport. ⌘ Read more

The map that exposes Sydney’s bloody two-year gang war
Data compiled by the Herald reveals the shocking pattern of shootings, firebombings and underworld violence that has scarred the city. ⌘ Read more

A state-first trial was trying to save WA’s prized reefs, until a cyclone threatened months of hard work
Millions of coral eggs and embryos during two separate spawning events – one in Exmouth and the other in Coral Bay – to save the reefs after a mass bleaching event. But Cyclone Narelle threatened to derail the project. ⌘ Read more

The Brisbane schools parents pay thousands before students pick up a pencil
“I’ve had conversations with other parents, and they indicate things like ‘we’ve got our name down for little Mary at four different schools’.” ⌘ Read more

Man charged with murder of woman allegedly kidnapped from Sydney’s north-west
Police began investigating the 58-year-old’s disappearance after her car was found on a street in Winston Hills on Tuesday. Her body has not been found. ⌘ Read more

Young teens risk mental health harm after one year of social media use
A study that tracked teenagers for a decade found a decline in their wellbeing from time online – but it also provides a critical window for intervention. ⌘ Read more

Superquiz, Friday, June 12
Trivia buffs, test your knowledge with today’s interactive superquiz. ⌘ Read more

Workers at one of Australia’s most crucial ports are going on strike
The Australian Manufacturing Workers Union (AMWU) confirmed 90 per cent of its members at BHP’s Pilbara port operations had backed the proposal to stop work, with strike action expected to be imminent. ⌘ Read more

Former bikie boss detained in Bali
A former bikie boss has been detained in Bali after he was allegedly found hiding in the toilet of a private jet bound for Africa. ⌘ Read more

A nuts and bolts narrative
While pondering a lack of wax. ⌘ Read more

Hundreds of BHP staff vote to strike following stalled pay negotiations
Hundreds of BHP Port Hedland staff are a step closer to walking off the job at Australia’s biggest iron ore hub. ⌘ Read more

Calls for inquest into Virginia Giuffre’s death
Women’s safety advocates have written to the WA coroner calling for an inquest into the death of former prince Andrew accuser Virginia Giuffre. ⌘ Read more

Labor needs to refocus its attacks on One Nation
Readers respond to the rise in popularity of One Nation. ⌘ Read more

These polluting behemoths pay more on toll roads than cars. A campaign says that’s unfair
The increasing popularity of giant utes is prompting a parliamentary inquiry to consider reducing the amount they are charged to use Melbourne’s toll roads. ⌘ Read more

Youth detention workers strike, leaving skeleton crews on staff
Nearly all workers at the state’s three youth detention centres left their posts on Thursday morning ⌘ Read more

New-look Brisbane Times Quiz: What was the mystery light in the sky above Queensland?
Check out our new quiz format and test your knowledge of the week’s news. ⌘ Read more

NSW universities took $3.2 billion from domestic students but are still running at a loss
Full-time domestic students cost an average of $12,000 each even though they are paying for expensive degrees, a parliamentary report has found. ⌘ Read more

The mystery of miscarriages – and the scientists looking in a long-stigmatised place for answers
Australian researchers are among the first in the world to study menstrual blood and its link to pregnancy complications. ⌘ Read more

Hanson opens up on domestic violence, prison and racism claims
While detailing her life running a small business prior to politics, Hanson admitted that she had experienced domestic violence in her life but refrained from going into detail. ⌘ Read more

More than $1 billion in fines could be raked in over next four years in SA
More than $1 billion in fines and penalties is expected to be raked in from misbehaving SA drivers over the next four years. ⌘ Read more

Woman hit and killed by rubbish truck
The griefstricken grandparents of a 23-year-old woman who was hit and killed by a rubbish truck have remembered her as a “good-natured, gorgeous young woman”. ⌘ Read more

Man who sexually abused nine children jailed
A man who sexually abused nine children in his care has today been sentenced to 24 years’ jail and will likely die behind bars. ⌘ Read more

Former bikie boss detained in Bali
A former bikie boss has been detained in Bali after he was allegedly found hiding in the toilet of a private jet bound for Africa. ⌘ Read more

Mum’s anguish after disabled child’s formula stolen
A Melbourne mum has issued an emotional plea for help after her disabled child’s nutritional formula was stolen. ⌘ Read more

Drivers hit by major IT outage at VicRoads
Victorian drivers have been hit by a major IT outage while trying to pay for services at VicRoads. ⌘ Read more

Police hunt four men over two separate assaults in Melbourne
Police are looking for four men after two separate assaults on drivers in Melbourne. ⌘ Read more

Manhunt ramps up in Melbourne for escaped prisoner
An escaped prisoner who fled custody after attending a funeral in Melbourne’s north-west could be in hiding somewhere in the city, police said. ⌘ Read more