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Blues fall agonisingly short of greatest Origin comeback ever

The Blues have fallen just short of the greatest comeback in State of Origin history as Queensland stay alive in the series. Relive the action from Perth.

Origin player ratings: Who starred, who struggled in Game Two

Queensland has bounced back to win State of Origin Game Two and send the series to a decider in Sydney. But who stood up and who fell off the pace? Check out our expert player rati...

Eight reasons Ashley Klein can’t referee State of Origin decider

Referee Ashley Klein should come under serious pressure to hold his position for the State of Origin decider in Sydney after he failed to award NSW a first half penalty.

Six hours of hell: Police say young life shattered by horrific gang rape

A Sydney teenage girl’s Christmas shopping trip turned into a six-hour ordeal which will torment her for life after police allege she was gang-raped by four males.

Frequent flyer PM racks up whopping $1.9m in travel

The prime minister amassed a huge travel bill in his first term in office, with the Opposition maintaining Albanese should have been channelling some of that money into meeting wit...

$156m funding boost for Sydney roads

Booming suburbs in one Sydney area will receive a major funding splash to ease congestion and cut travel times, with the federal and state governments teaming up to spend $156m on ...

Weight-for-age levels playing field for juniors

Penrith Panthers have launched NSW’s first weight-for-age rugby league comp, making junior footy more safe and accessible for youngsters and bringing back players thought lost to t...

‘Life or death’: Alarm over city judges ruling on bush bail cases

A plan to have city magistrates remotely dealing with bail applications from the country has raised alarm about fairness and the possibility of recidivist offenders getting out mor...

‘Heartbreaking’: Flood-affected residents refused flood support

Hundreds of flood-affected residents on the mid-north coast have been unable to access personal hardship grants nearly one month later because the NSW government has deemed them in...

Trump says US ‘may or may not’ join Israel-Iran war

The US could be headed into another Middle East war as Iran threatens ‘irreparable damage’ and Donald Trump says it is too late for negotiations. Follow updates.

Vaucluse MP ‘rejects’ NIMBY label

The eastern suburbs Liberal has been forced to deny she is a NIMBY after describing plans for high-density housing in her prestigious postcode as “confronting”.

Real Housewives star hosts three-day party

Real Housewives of Sydney star Krissy Marsh pulled out all the stops for her husband’s 59th, hosting a lavish celebration in Noosa complete with beachside caviar, a white party and...

Auburn hit: Horror update on victim shot in kebab shop

A man shot in the face during a western Sydney kebab shop shooting targeting an alleged underworld figure may never walk again, doctors fear, with shrapnel causing significant dama...

‘Give me some good work’: Consultant’s texts to schools chief

The former boss of NSW’s public school infrastructure unit has accepted he “should have declared” his friendship with a consultant who asked for “some good work” and later received...

Electric unicycle rider’s illegal journey on busy Sydney road

Footage has emerged of a man weaving through traffic on an electric unicycle along a major Sydney road — overtaking cars, using bus lanes and raising serious safety concerns.

Cleary’s mystery injury leaves Penrith scratching heads

Penrith officials were left dumbfounded by Nathan Cleary’s apparent leg injury which saw him relinquish goalkicking duties and contain his overall Perth performance. ORIGIN CONFIDE...

Three men arrested over fatal shooting in Bali

If charged with the murder of 32-year-old Zivan Radmanovic – and found guilty – Bali police have confirmed the suspects could face the death penalty under Indonesian law. See the e...

‘Shut your mouth’: Family clashes with police during alleged pack rapist arrest

Shocking footage of Adam Abdul-Hamid’s arrest shows members of his family yelling “what have you done to him”, while a woman screams “shut your mouth, don’t say a word” in Arabic.

14 reasons Maroons can never claim Origin’s moral high ground

Queensland have become adept at playing the victim card when they’re under pressure in the Origin arena. But that opens them up to hypocrisy, writes DEAN RITCHIE.

One dead after legionnaires’ outbreak

A health alert has been issued for Sydney after a person died following an outbreak of legionnaires’ disease in the CBD.

Air and ground raid allegedly nets guns, drugs and police overalls

Police had assistance from on the ground and in the air as they raided a remote northern NSW property as part of an “ongoing investigation”. A man has since been charged with gun a...

Update in $100m Powerball mystery

Almost a week since the life-changing draw, officials are still searching for the winner of one of Australia’s biggest ever Powerball jackpots.

Shiitake happens: School’s $80k mushroom bench blocked by ABF

The Department of Education almost spent $80,000 on a bench made of “biomanufactured” mushrooms, but abandoned the plan when it was confiscated by the Australian Border Force.

‘Explosive evidence’ could blow open Rachelle’s murder investigation

New phone analysis casts doubt over the alibi of the chief suspect in one of Australia’s biggest cold cases. See the video and listen to the podcast.

What critics are saying about Dakota Johnson hit

The impossibly good-looking love trio of Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans and Pedro Pascal should have made Materialists a slam dunk – instead it fizzles rather than sizzles.

100yo weighs in on secret to happiness

SA woman June Baker is turning 100 – and sharing her tips for a life well lived. Find out what they are.

Bizarre twist to craze sweeping Australia

Collectors of this plush toy that has taken Australia by storm are going next level to customise their prized dolls.

Packer evicts Aussies from home after 42yrs

James Packer has finally got the go-ahead for a development but it came with the eviction of homeowners who had owned the property for more than 40 years.

Aussies can buy UK island for price of home

An idyllic European island, complete with a castle and Iron Age ritual swords, is for sale for less than some Australian homes.

Why Jamie Durie could be selling his TV project waterfront mansion

Celebrity landscaper and TV host Jamie Durie could be open to selling his luxurious Avalon mansion. But at what price would he give up the ‘dream home’ that was the subject of a do...

‘Mummy’s died’: The phone call no parent should have to make

When Peter Shanahan climbed out of the car wreck that killed his top police officer wife he knew he needed to be the person to break the news to their children.

‘Wow’: Bachelor lovers’ $7m backflip after dud bid

Sam and Snezana Wood are backflipping on a multimillion dollar decision following a dud first attempt at the major deal.

I just discovered the ultimate AI hack for grocery shopping

Never want to pay full price again on the latest fashions and tech, or even your next grocery shop?

Dying company reveals ‘make or break’ plan

Nissan has endured internal leaks, massive job losses, failed mergers and CEO sackings. This is its last shot.

ETFs feel easy until tax time hits

ETFs seem simple, but at tax time the ATO expects you to report all income, even if it was reinvested or never hit your bank account.

$367m fashion fallout: Huge debts of Rivers, Noni B owner exposed

Administrators sifting through the remains of an iconic retail brands collapse involving Rivers, Katies and Noni B have revealed who the massive $367m debts are owed as next steps ...

‘Chaos’: Celebrity tenants from hell exposed

The lid has been lifted on some of the world’s worst celebrity tenants, accused of lighting fires, wild parties and even blood graffiti.

‘Tell the truth’: Meghan’s dig at royal family

Meghan Markle appears to have made another swipe at the royal family with a pointed remark, as she revealed the advice she was given by a superstar friend.

Board exodus, $55m loss, project peril: Is John Holland crumbling?

The fortunes – or lack thereof – of one of Australia’s biggest builders are in the spotlight as it grapples with over-budget, overtime projects, a thunderous loss and the quiet exi...

Aussies stranded after volcanic eruption grounds Bali flights

Flights to and from Bali have been cancelled or delayed after a volcano erupted on a popular Indonesia tourist spot. See flights affected.

‘Name and shame’: Furious real estate crackdown revealed

One Aussie state is launching a widespread crackdown on the real estate industry that is set to zero in one hated agents practice.

Insane features of ‘preposterous’ new SUV

This new SUV is an absolute monster and some of its wild features are straight out of an action movie.

‘Finalised’: Who got what in Isla, Sacha split

A house which was built out of spite following a bitter divorce battle is hiding a sad truth.

Where is the smallest bone in the human body located?

The Chase Australia’s official Shark, Brydon Coverdale, has created a new daily quiz challenge. Test yourself.