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AFL LIVE: ‘Flagmantle’ too good in fightback victory over Crows as top-six spots open up

8/14/2026

Fremantle found the big plays in the final term to beat Adelaide in front of a bumper crowd at Optus Stadium. Follow along for live updates.

Mann on report for high shot

8/14/2026

Bulldogs forward Kurt Mann is placed on report for a high shot.

NRL Highlights: Bulldogs v Rabbitohs - Round 24

8/14/2026

The Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs take on the South Sydney Rabbitohs in Round 24 of the 2026 NRL Premiership at Accor Stadium, Sydney.

Rabbitohs sink Bulldogs’ finals chances with dominant win

8/14/2026

The Rabbitohs were forced to defend their own tryline for the early stages then found their groove in attack against Canterbury. Follow the action as it happens.

WA's lucrative GST deal is under threat

8/14/2026

Scathing review into billion-dollar GST deal that which sees WA get 75 cents in every dollar, has been dubbed a "costly mistake".

Nigel Farage claims victory in by-election over Count Binface

8/14/2026

UK right wing politician Nigel Farage has won a bizarre by-election battle in his seat of Clacton, caused by his own resignation.

Graham's fingertips extend Souths' lead

8/14/2026

Campbell Graham gets the ball down with his fingers as South Sydney surge ahead.

Fifita beats Dogs backs to Walker grubber

8/14/2026

David Fifita successfully chases after a Cody Walker grubber to score.

Head slam penalty bemuses Smith

8/14/2026

Viliame Kikau is penalised for a head slam on Jayden Sullivan.

NRL Highlights: Sea Eagles v Dolphins - Round 24

8/14/2026

The Manly Sea Eagles host the Dolphins in Round 24 of the 2026 NRL Premiership at 4 Pines Park, Sydney.

Isaako scores 1000th point for Dolphins

8/14/2026

Jamayne Isaako crossed late in the second half against Manly to notch his 1000th point for the Dolphins and smash the long-standing record.

Wighton stops Crichton in his tracks

8/14/2026

Jack Wighton manages to stop Stephen Crichton over the try-line.

Fozball hits unwanted 33-year record in bizarrely boring loss to Dolphins

8/14/2026

As the Dolphins briefly got out of first gear, in a contest that never threatened to hit second or third, Manly fans voted with their feet.

JT officially says no to Maroons job

8/14/2026

Johnathan Thurston officially rules himself out of replacing Billy Slater.

Slater lists his biggest Maroons highlights

8/14/2026

Billy Slater reflects on his time as Queensland Maroons coach.

Manly hearts broken as Phins go 90m

8/14/2026

Jack Bostock got the chocolates after the Dolphins went length of the field to score against Manly.

Two forwards, two mindsets: The contrasting philosophies driving the Hawks and Magpies

8/14/2026

The parallel stories of Lachie Schultz and Jack Ginnivan offer insights into the different mindsets and philosophies of Collingwood and Hawthorn.

Samantha Murphy’s alleged killer in hospital after incident

8/14/2026

Patrick Stephenson was reportedly taken from the Melbourne Assessment Prison to hospital today.

Australia's Cooper bangs into lane rope

8/14/2026

Isaac Cooper bashes into a lane rope on his way to winning silver in the men's 50m backstroke at the Pan Pacific Championships.

Alan Jones trial live updates: Complainant ‘C’ felt ‘uncomfortable’ in bedroom at former 2GB broadcaster’s farm, court told

8/14/2026

The second of six men who have accused the former media titan of unwanted touching and kissing will start giving evidence today.

Why John Longmire thinks Mark McVeigh is ready to be a senior coach

8/14/2026

As a Swans assistant, Mark McVeigh is in the unusual position this Sunday of coaching against the Essendon players he might soon be in charge of.

Australia v Bangladesh LIVE: Lyon claims wicket of Tanzid moments after opener’s century

8/14/2026

Australia and Bangladesh resume on day two of the first Test in Darwin. Follow along for live updates and reactions.

This pub last changed hands during a gold-rush card game. Now it’s for sale for the first time in 165 years

8/14/2026

Gold fossickers and a publican were playing cards. At the end of the game, the pub owner lost the hand, and his pub.

Catholic Schools NSW boss says he did ‘due diligence’. His allies gave him someone else’s ABN

8/14/2026

Catholic Schools NSW boss Dallas McInerney has denied signing contacts with factional allies to fund the Reformers.

Former CFMEU boss John Setka facing fresh criminal charges

8/14/2026

Former construction union boss John Setka has been arrested and charged for sending allegedly threatening and harassing messages to CFMEU administrators.

John Setka charged for a third time over alleged threats to CFMEU administrators

8/14/2026

The former construction union boss is due to face court after he was arrested on Friday morning.

A $60 billion GST fiasco: Report condemns Morrison deal as perverse

8/14/2026

The GST system has become so broken that a bushfire in NSW delivers a financial windfall to the taxpayers of Western Australia.

Transport minister praises strike-busters as Queensland Rail restores services

8/14/2026

The transport minister praised staff as train services resume, urging union bosses to drop industrial action to spare commuters further disruption.

ICAC Operation Rosny as it happened: Commission adjourns with Dallas McInerney to resume evidence on Wednesday; former NSW police minister David Elliott to follow

8/14/2026

Follow our live updates as the Independent Commission Against Corruption probes links between Liberal Party operatives, fugitive property developer Jean Nassif and Catholic Schools NSW.

Seven teens charged over carjacking murder kept behind bars

8/14/2026

The group is accused of assaulting a 27-year-old man and stealing his BYD Shark 6 vehicle at Kelvin Grove. He died a fortnight later.

Harris storms home to snatch gold

8/14/2026

Australia's Meg Harris unleashes a blistering closing lap to pinch gold in the women's 100m freestyle at the Pan Pacific Championships.

Woman injured after Tesla goes airborne near busy Adelaide mall

8/14/2026

An Adelaide woman has been treated for injuries after her Tesla collided with bollards before going airborne, flipping on its side.

As Allan defends her legacy, the Nationals are preparing to snatch her seat

8/14/2026

The residents of Bendigo East have had Jacinta Allan as their MP for 27 years. As the former premier announces her retirement, her constituents are ready for change.

Molly's death in A Country Practice

8/14/2026

The death of Molly Jones (played by Anne Tenney) became of the most iconic -- and heartbreaking -- moments in Australian TV.

You're gonna need a better shark

8/14/2026

Jaws made us afraid to go into the water, but this play reveals the real horror. Trailer: The Shark is Broken

Sydney private school put dog collar and lead on student, inquiry hears

8/14/2026

A parliamentary inquiry into Redeemer Baptist School has also heard allegations of how it manipulated its finances.

Young Talent Time legend Johnny Young dies aged 79

8/14/2026

Young’s family announced his death on Friday morning.

Panthers close in on massive re-signing – but Cleary future still a mystery

8/14/2026

The pieces of Penrith’s retention puzzle are beginning to fall into place, but there’s still no word on superstar halfback Nathan Cleary.

ASX set to retreat; Wall Street climbs as oil prices drop, inflation eases

8/13/2026

The US stock market is ticking toward an all-time high following the latest sign that inflation is getting less bad. Stocks also got a lift from easing oil prices in their latest yo-yo move.

Australia news LIVE: White House confirms Trump held phone call with Albanese; Wong to target Hanson’s call for ‘monoculture’ in national security address

8/13/2026

Follow along as we bring you live news updates from Australia and beyond.

Reform's Nigel Farage political fate on the line

8/13/2026

Voters in south-east England are deciding the political fate of reform leader Nigel Farage in a snap by-election.

Queensland police deliver baby at station

8/13/2026

A Queensland mum has given birth with the help of police officers.

Daly Cherry-Evans didn’t want talk of his future to take the gloss off Roosters’ win. So he waited seven hours

8/13/2026

He was outstanding in the Sydney Roosters’ 12-6 win over Penrith before waiting until the morning to announce he was finishing up and moving to England.

Trump holds phone call with Albanese

8/13/2026

Donald Trump has made a phone call to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese overnight, but details remain unknown.

Shots reported at Melbourne shopping centre

8/13/2026

A Melbourne shopping centre has been sent into lockdown after reports of gunshots.

‘We just went over’: Passenger train from London derails, flips

8/13/2026

People were thrown from their seats and dragged along the floor when the train derailed during its journey from Victoria Station, trapping some in carriages.

Deaths linked to weight loss drugs

8/13/2026

More than 60 Australian deaths are believed to be linked to the use of popular weight loss drugs.

Secret funding cuts put Premier Ben Carroll’s integrity pledge under fire

8/13/2026

One of Victoria’s essential integrity agencies will be forced to cut one in 10 staff despite a promise by the new premier that integrity was a non-negotiable for his government.

Luigi Mangione is tipped to plead guilty to stalking. What does that mean for his murder trial?

8/13/2026

Lawyers for the 28-year-old, who is accused of killing a healthcare chief executive, scheduled an unplanned court hearing with prosecutors. It could change the entire outcome of his New York murder trial, set to begin next month.

Happy Eurovision (War Is Over): Song contest issues new rules amid conflict

8/13/2026

After several years of escalating geopolitical tensions, and on the eve of its expansion to include Canada, Eurovision rules that countries in war zones are ineligible to host.

Between death and new love, Phoebe Bridgers’ new album is a ferocious gut punch

8/13/2026

The generational icon’s new album might be the finest expression of the mess of grief you’ll ever find.

Almost 20 years on, Peking Duk have made their debut album. Why now?

8/13/2026

As AI slop takes over the local dance charts, Reuben Styles and Adam Hyde are still doing it the right way.

My boss said I was ‘emotional’ when I asked for a pay rise. Is that fair?

8/13/2026

Apart from being disastrously unprofessional, it strikes me as the ad hominem attack of a person who has nothing to support their main contention.

New Zealand’s unluckiest city is suddenly its capital of cool

8/13/2026

Fifteen years after disaster struck, this once-staid and churchy city has transformed into a thriving hub of art, architecture and youth-led energy.

Six common curry mistakes that home cooks make – and how to fix them

8/13/2026

Not sure why your Indian cooking isn’t quite cutting it? Keep Sarina Kamini’s simple rules in mind and you’ll never cook another disappointing curry again.

Six steamy, soul-warming noodle soups to cure the CBD winter blues

8/13/2026

Not all noodle soups are made equal in Brisbane city. Here’s a bunch that always hit the spot.

‘Delicious as it’s ever been’: Why now’s the time to visit our critic’s favourite bar

8/13/2026

For the past 10 years, Bar Rochford has delivered a wine-bar comfort brief, championing produce and confident flavour combinations.

How to dodge tourist traps and travel like you live there

8/13/2026

By ticking fewer boxes, dodging famous places and freeing myself from the obligations of tourism, this is how I’ve gone behind the scenes in my favourite destinations to make a deeper connection with the locals.

Ex-bishop of Broome convicted of sex abuse crimes

8/13/2026

Former Catholic bishop Christopher Saunders, 76, was found guilty of 13 sex offences following a jury trial in WA.

NRL Highlights: Panthers v Roosters - Round 24

8/13/2026

The Penrith Panthers take on the Sydney Roosters in Round 24 of the 2026 NRL Premiership at CommBank Stadium, Sydney.

‘Enormous’ Purcell puts knee injury behind her as Dees open AFLW season with win

8/13/2026

Olivia Purcell put a year of frustration behind her with a best on ground performance in Melbourne’s win over Hawthorn in the AFLW on Thursday night.

Nawaqanitawase: 'That was pretty close to Origin'

8/13/2026

Mark Nawaqanitawase describes the intensity of the Panthers-Roosters top-of-the-table clash.

Talagi's shocker gifts Roosters possession

8/13/2026

Blaize Talagi has a moment of panic and passes straight to the Roosters.

Radley whacks To'o high

8/13/2026

Victor Radley hits Brian To'o with a high shot and is placed on report.

Panthers forward's dream offload leads to first try

8/13/2026

The Panthers finally break through after Lindsay Smith's brilliant work.

Best of cartoons, August 14, 2026

8/13/2026

The news of the day as interpreted by our talented artists, illustrators and cartoonists.

Mother's heartbreaking tribute after daughter allegedly murdered by ex

8/13/2026

A mother has paid tribute to her daughter, Djuarn Baker-Adams, after she was allegedly killed by her ex-partner in Slacks Creek.

Thousands of students walk out of class to protest against Pauline Hanson

8/13/2026

University and high school students across Australia skipped class to protest against One Nation and its leader Pauline Hanson.

Pauline Hanson comes under fire over failed candidate's podcast comments

8/13/2026

Pauline Hanson has distanced herself from a former WA One Nation candidate over his comments that being gay is a "mental illness".

Chillin’ in the City of Gold

8/13/2026

And a grim take on TACO Tuesday.

‘Weaker at home’: Wong’s veiled warning to One Nation on national security

8/13/2026

The foreign minister will argue her own Malaysian background demonstrates migrants enrich the nation and play a key role in regional relationships.

Robbo fires up at no try

8/13/2026

Trent Robinson fumes in the coaching box after the Bunker denied the Roosters a try.

Telstra CEO receives bumper pay rise despite outage debacle

8/13/2026

Telstra chief executive Vicki Brady’s bonus may have been cut after a nationwide outage impacted missions of Aussies, but her pay has gone up by 11 per cent.

Joey, Gus fire up at 'disgraceful decision'

8/13/2026

Mark Nawaqanitawase is ruled to have disrupted Thomas Jenkins after a one-handed effort.

DCE exposes Penrith's fatigue with first try

8/13/2026

Daly Cherry-Evans steps inside and scores from close to the line.

Desperate diving effort denies To'o

8/13/2026

Brian To'o has his boot taken into touch while attempting to score.

Whose visit clashes with the 2028 NRL Grand Final? Take the Brisbane Times Quiz

8/13/2026

Test your knowledge of local, national and international news in the weekly current affairs catch-up.

Australia v Bangladesh LIVE: Wickets tumble around Smith, CA boss addresses Gardner-Voll relationship

8/13/2026

The Australian team open their Test campaign for the new season with a two-match series against Bangladesh starting with the first Test in Darwin. Follow along for all the day one action.

Rabbitohs halfback given permission to speak to rival clubs

8/13/2026

He was poised to make an anticipated NRL debut for Souths in round one, but Jonah Glover is eyeing an early exit due to a lack of opportunity at the club.

Alan Jones trial live updates: Former coach of complainant ‘J’ gives evidence after legal issue triggers adjournment

8/13/2026

A trio of witnesses related to the first complainant in the trial are slated to give evidence today after a surprise legal development delayed their evidence.

Sunshine and spice: 20 dishes to transport you straight to where you’d rather be

8/13/2026

Escape winter with speedy stir-fries, aromatic skewers and rich curries. These bold, fragrant recipes guarantee an instant flavour getaway.

Embattled WA online gaming billionaire in $60 million legal row

8/13/2026

Laurence Escalante faces more legal troubles, with a writ lodged in the WA Supreme Court revealed he is being sued for up to $60 million over an alleged breach of contract.

Vic inquiry supports building-integrated solar power for apartments

8/13/2026

A recent Victorian parliamentary inquiry has given the nod to the use of solar photovoltaics in apartment buildings, citing evidence provided by ClearVue Technologies

Three Scots College boys charged with rape of teenage girl

8/13/2026

The boys allegedly assaulted a 14-year-old girl in an alley way in Sydney’s eastern suburbs.

‘Authentic, caring, humble’: McRae leads tributes as Collingwood hero Sidebottom confirms exit

8/13/2026

Collingwood great Steele Sidebottom’s career will finish at the end of the Magpies’ 2026 season

Endangered WA cockatoos first in line for bird flu vaccine

8/13/2026

Perth Zoo has vaccinated endangered red-tailed and black cockatoos as part of a pilot program to protect native wildlife against bird flu.

Banker charged with attempted murder of Sydney entrepreneur in luxury French hotel

8/13/2026

David Cao is accused of hitting his partner Callum Forbes with a saucepan and burning him with boiling water in the late-night attack while on a European holiday.

Aussies score dominant 1-2

8/13/2026

Brittany Castelluzzo led home Elizabeth Dekkers for an Aussie 1-2 in the women's 200m butterfly on the opening day of the Pan Pacs.

Massive Attack are note perfect in a show where music takes a back seat

8/13/2026

Anyone hoping for an uncomplicated night of nostalgia at Massive Attack would have walked away disappointed. Five stars.

Defeat from the jaws of victory: Civil war inside the environment movement

8/13/2026

The fate of the Great Koala National Park hangs in the balance as a new carbon accounting method divides conservationists.

Students gather for “Say no to Hanson” protest

8/13/2026

Hundreds of students have gathered at Sydney Town Hall to protest Pauline Hanson’s One Nation.

Whistleblower David McBride released from prison

8/13/2026

Attorney-general Michelle Rowland granted the former army lawyer parole on Thursday morning.

Australia's wine industry is shrinking

8/13/2026

Australia's once-booming wine industry is shrinking before our eyes, with many growers abandoning the industry altogether.

Pallister holds off fast-finishing McIntosh

8/13/2026

In a taste of what's to come at the LA 2028 Olympics, Lani Pallister held off a fast-finishing Summer McIntosh to win gold in the women's 200m freestyle.

Trump’s press secretary Karoline Leavitt is leaving. Here are some of her memorable moments

8/13/2026

Trump praised the 28-year-old as a “real leader in the White House” and one of the best presidential press secretaries in the history of the office.

Rapper accused of murdering ex-partner ordered to stay in custody

8/13/2026

Ronald Cora did not appear at court for his first hearing, a day after the death of his former partner, who can now be identified as Djuarn Baker-Adams.

Spectacular solar eclipse over Europe

8/12/2026

People across Europe have been treated to a rare solar eclipse.

Queensland youth detention workers on strike

8/12/2026

Youth detention workers across Queensland will walk off the job today for a six-day strike.

Major bank sounds interest rate warning

8/12/2026

The Westpac chief executive is warning interest rates may not start falling before 2028.

Unidentified drones fly over Australian air bases

8/12/2026

ASIO is being urged to investigate how 147 unidentified drones flew over Australian air bases.