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Mon, 21 Apr 2025 20:55:42 +0000Live: Leaders prepare for a third debate a fortnight out from the polls
Both Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton have cancelled a number of events today, however a debate between the two leaders is expected to go ahead as planned in Sydney tonight. Follow live.
Mon, 21 Apr 2025 18:37:47 +0000Sydney preacher exposed as spiritual leader for Australian pro-IS network
A former ASIO spy is breaking his cover to expose the activities of a notorious preacher at the centre of Australia's resurgent pro-Islamic State network.
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 05:33:52 +0000Markets brace for more pain as Trump takes on Powell
US President Donald Trump has again rattled global investment markets, this time with his threats to interfere with the independence of America's central bank.
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 06:31:20 +0000A not-quite-suspended campaign sees leaders head to church
Peter Dutton and Anthony Albanese both paid tribute to the late Pope Francis today, semi-suspending their campaigns before the third leaders' debate tonight.
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 03:15:24 +0000Who is behind 47,000 anonymous pamphlets attacking Allegra Spender?
Unauthorised pamphlets attacking independent MP Allegra Spender have been circulating in her electorate, calling her "weak" on antisemitism.
Brisbane Times Headlines
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 18:58:06 +1000Police-shooting protest in Footscray turns ugly, with batons drawn
The end of a protest in Footscray over the death of rough sleeper Abdifatah Ahmed has been marred by a confrontation between a protester and police.
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 18:45:34 +1000Former TV star fronts court over Nazi salute charge
A Neighbours actor turned political activist has faced Moorabbin Court accused of performing a banned Nazi salute.
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 18:41:15 +1000Richmond star Noah Balta avoids jail for assault
Richmond defender Noah Balta has avoided jail for an unprovoked New Year's Eve assault but been hit with an evening curfew.
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 18:40:23 +1000Angry protesters demand justice for Melbourne man fatally shot by police
Hundreds of people have gathered in the heart of Footscray following the fatal shooting of Abdifatah Ahmed last week.
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 18:37:27 +1000Big Hits: Patriot Battery Metals lands stunning 26.61% caesium oxide
This week Bulls N’ Bears Big Hits singles out Patriot Battery Metals’ caesium hits in Quebec that include a huge grade of 26.61% caesium oxide over 1.1m.
Canberra Times
Independent Australia
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 15:00:00 +1000 Beyond ANU: Rethinking Australia’s university funding crisis
Financial strain faced by the ANU highlights a need for a strategy that puts students, research and innovation at the heart of our national agenda. read now...
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 16:00:00 +1000 Peter Dutton's Trumpist playbook proves he is all talk
The Opposition Leader's election campaign claims have shown voters the Liberals have nothing new to offer them. read now...
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +1000 Lunatics have taken over U.S. Government asylum
Upon his re-election to the White House, Donald Trump's Administration has seen America decline through political, economic and social chaos. read now...
Thu, 17 Apr 2025 16:00:00 +1000 Coalition's resurrection hopes slump as punters dump Temu Trump
It would take a miracle of messianic proportions for Peter Dutton to defy the odds and secure victory in the forthcoming Federal Election. read now...
Mon, 21 Apr 2025 08:00:00 +1000 News editors must choose between majority or own selfish interests
With an election imminent, the differences between the major political parties have seldom been clearer. read now...
Otago Daily Times
Sun, 13 Oct 2024 03:03:21 +0000State Highway 3 closed following ‘serious crash’ between Waitōtara and Waverley
Motorists are told to expect delays.
Wed, 25 Sep 2024 03:45:25 +0000One person dead after being trapped in avalanche during heli-skiing trip in Southern Alps
The victim was pulled alive from the avalanche but died from their injures.
Fri, 06 Sep 2024 08:16:14 +0000Raglan dog-walker death: Driver’s aunty blames police for delayed response before fatal crash
Woman says the vehicles of interest never left the accident scene.
Fri, 06 Sep 2024 01:23:00 +0000Dog walker death: Video shows man walking on dark road before fatal hit
The man can be seen holding up traffic as he walks with his dog in the dark.
Thu, 05 Sep 2024 02:08:44 +0000SH23 Raglan: Man dies after struck by car while walking dog
Police are looking for vehicles of interest, a Ford Falcon and a Mazda Axela.
Sydney Morning Herald National News
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 18:58:06 +1000Police-shooting protest in Footscray turns ugly, with batons drawn
The end of a protest in Footscray over the death of rough sleeper Abdifatah Ahmed has been marred by a confrontation between a protester and police.
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 18:45:34 +1000Former TV star fronts court over Nazi salute charge
A Neighbours actor turned political activist has faced Moorabbin Court accused of performing a banned Nazi salute.
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 18:41:15 +1000Richmond star Noah Balta avoids jail for assault
Richmond defender Noah Balta has avoided jail for an unprovoked New Year's Eve assault but been hit with an evening curfew.
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 18:40:23 +1000Angry protesters demand justice for Melbourne man fatally shot by police
Hundreds of people have gathered in the heart of Footscray following the fatal shooting of Abdifatah Ahmed last week.
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 18:30:00 +1000Pope’s priorities are a great example to world leaders
It would be a lasting memorial to the late pontiff’s life if leaders adopted some of the humanitarian policies he advocated, writes Doug Hewitt.
Sydney Morning Herald World News
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 18:28:48 +1000Cardinals rush to Rome to prepare for Pope’s funeral and conclave
With his final wishes, Pope Francis reaffirmed his lifelong embrace of humility, even in death.
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 18:22:39 +1000Pope Francis death updates: PM suspends election campaign, Trump to attend funeral after leader of Catholic Church dies aged 88
Pope Francis, the reforming head of the Catholic Church, has died at the age of 88. Follow our coverage.
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 16:27:28 +1000Crowds gather to pay respects to Pope Francis
Crowds have gathered in the Vatican City to pay their respects to Pope Francis.
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 16:25:25 +1000World leaders pay respects to Pope Francis
Leaders around the globe have paid their respects to the late pontiff.
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 11:56:19 +1000Hegseth has bounced into another hot mess but Trump seems inclined to sack the wrong guy
Rather than taking a hard look at his troubled defence secretary, the president is studying how he could fire the Federal Reserve chairman for failing to cut interest rates.
The Age
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTShorten veers left on treaty, boats
Bill Shorten has sparked a political storm over sudden policy moves that appeal to the Labor Left.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTCourse set for vote failure
Progressive politics is close to killing off the worthy idea of constitutional recognition of the indigenous peoples.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTLabor props up budget with raids
Queensland Treasurer Curtis Pitt has ordered sweeping raids to prop up the cash-strapped state’s ailing budget.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTFears over Brexit wipe $30bn
Shares fell yesterday, wiping more than $30 billion in value, as investors braced for a British vote to leave the EU.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:15:00 GMT‘Dole destiny’ for STEM grads
Efforts to increase the number of people studying science and maths are wrongheaded, says Productivity Commission.
The Australian
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTShorten veers left on treaty, boats
Bill Shorten has sparked a political storm over sudden policy moves that appeal to the Labor Left.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTCourse set for vote failure
Progressive politics is close to killing off the worthy idea of constitutional recognition of the indigenous peoples.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTLabor props up budget with raids
Queensland Treasurer Curtis Pitt has ordered sweeping raids to prop up the cash-strapped state’s ailing budget.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTFears over Brexit wipe $30bn
Shares fell yesterday, wiping more than $30 billion in value, as investors braced for a British vote to leave the EU.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:15:00 GMT‘Dole destiny’ for STEM grads
Efforts to increase the number of people studying science and maths are wrongheaded, says Productivity Commission.