A tale of two cathedrals: one lost to fire, the other to greed
The fall of Notre Dame was excruciating; the rise of Bankwest Stadium is almost as bad.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 11:30:00 +1000
Wright advances but faces a showdown with Florence
Top Australian surfing hope Owen Wright has set up an absorbing Rip Curl Pro heat with Hawaiian star John John Florence.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 13:32:02 +1000
How TB and other diseases helped to shape modern architecture
A seemingly random connection has long intrigued historian Beatriz Colomina.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 13:30:52 +1000
Remembering five soldiers and the lives that might have been
Monash University is honoring the pharmacy students who were lost to World War I.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 11:33:00 +1000
Sandcastle spat: Mum charged after slapping another mother at Perth primary school
Police said an altercation between the two women broke out at Dalkeith Primary School on March 14, around pick up time at 3pm.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 13:20:14 +1000
The Promised Land review: Barry Maitland's enticing police procedural
Kathy Kolla faces her first major case as a DCI in Barry Maitland's The Promised Land. But her former colleague, David Brock, is keen to lend a hand.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 12:15:00 +1000
Tigers forward Chee Kam guilty of assaulting ride-share driver
The player pleaded guilty to common assault at Waverley Local Court after a charge of assault occasioning actual bodily harm was withdrawn.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 12:57:14 +1000
Top five films: The best of the big screen
Our pick of what's showing on the big screen this week
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 12:00:00 +1000
No jail for woman who kept disabled pair prisoner, robbed, raped them
Disabled woman who held two intellectually impaired women captive for nearly two months, took their benefit payments and digitally raped them has avoided jail.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 13:09:02 +1000
Photographer hurt in scuffle at Fraser Anning press conference
A 19-year-old has been detained by police after a fight broke out following a press conference with the far-right senator in Cronulla.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 13:22:24 +1000
Family and friends 'heartbroken' as vigil planned for Natalina Angok
A group of about 15 family members and friends have attended a short court appearance for Christopher Bell, who is accused of murdering Natalina Angok in Melbourne's Chinatown. A vigil is planned for Friday night.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 13:32:12 +1000
Installations highlight the cultural importance of indigenous plants
Two separate displays in Melbourne represent the vast bounty of Australia's natural ecosystems.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 11:00:00 +1000
What caused the Notre-Dame blaze? Top theories emerge
Investigators are homing in on two central theories: a short-circuit or rogue cigarette.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 13:15:16 +1000
Prince William visits Al Noor mosque to meet Christchurch shooting survivors
Prince William is meeting about 160 survivors of the mosque attacks in Christchurch on Friday morning, on his second day in the country.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 13:04:36 +1000
Gallery: The best photos from around the world
The best photos from the international wire agencies as chosen by our picture editors.
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Fri, 26 Apr 2019 13:26:23 +1000
Sam Oliver awarded $100,000 over Nine News 'coward punch' broadcast
A judge found the British man was defamed by the broadcaster after he was acquitted of causing grievous bodily harm by hitting former Rugby Sevens captain James Stannard.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 13:04:15 +1000
Kindred review: Kate Legge on the lovers who opened up Cradle Mountain
Gustav Weindorfer and Kate Cowle had a vision to open up Cradle Mountain to visitors and to preserve its outstanding beauty.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 12:15:00 +1000
Missing Brisbane father, daughter not seen for two days
Police believe they may be driving to Townsville in a white 2006 Mitsubishi 380 sedan.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 13:39:46 +1000
Bridging the gender pay gap, one case at a time
The path to more equal pay for women is one issue that could be significantly affected by the result of the forthcoming federal election.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 12:39:30 +1000
'Frustrated': Ashton says police want appeal on Ristevski sentence
Pressure mounts on the Office of Public Prosecutions to appeal the sentence Borce Ristevski received for the manslaughter of his wife Karen.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 10:59:16 +1000
Turning Pages: Reviving the struggles and work of a forgotten poet
A new book relates the life and poetry of a troubled English writer and her connection to Australia.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 12:15:00 +1000
A parrot that tipped off drug dealers to a raid is in custody
As police searched for the suspects, it seemed the lime-green bird knew exactly what to do.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 11:19:40 +1000
'Black cloud': Tesla rated as one of tech's 'top debacles' in 20 years
After Tesla chief Elon Musk reported a bigger than expected quarterly loss this week, Wall Street analyst Daniel Ives didn't hold back.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 10:54:15 +1000
Seven Logan councillors to be automatically suspended
Logan residents will be left with just four councillors, with the majority of the council set to be automatically suspended after being charged with integrity offences.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 13:23:06 +1000
Enriching, equalising, efficient: Why 'heinously unpopular' death taxes could actually be a good idea
The friendless orphan of the tax debate - inheritance taxes
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 12:00:00 +1000
Masked intruders storm house, repeatedly stab man in his own home
A man has been stabbed after four men in balaclavas stormed a Cairnlea home with three children inside - one aged just five years old.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 11:03:22 +1000
Celebrating native weeds
Learn about native weeds and how gardens can promote healing.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 11:00:00 +1000
Mouth Full of Blood review: Toni Morrison's unflinching writing
In her novels, Toni Morrison seeks to reach and write emotional memory, to find out what something felt like.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 12:15:00 +1000
Man dies after 'random' violent attack in Logan street
A 40-year-old man was arrested at the scene and was assisting with inquiries on Friday afternoon.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 12:36:10 +1000
What's outside 'the Canberra bubble'? We're travelling Australia to find out
April 25, 2019: Hobart to Launceston
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 13:17:58 +1000
Grampians ban follows claims of rock art damage in 'mecca for climbers'
Climbers have been banned from some parts of the Grampians amid an increasingly vocal battle over disputed claims that they're damaging ancient rock art.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 11:59:47 +1000
The widow of Steve Jobs is proving to be a savvy investor
In the seven years since the death of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, his widow Laurene Powell Jobs has made her own mark - while staying out of the spotlight.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 11:55:04 +1000
The golden age of Jacki Weaver: 'I'm prepared for it to evaporate'
Her surprise career in Hollywood, alcohol, drugs, breast reductions, sexual abuse, a health scare, the Queen ... the Oscar nominee is as full throttle as ever.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 13:20:11 +1000
Searching for solutions to violence and hate in Australian society
Two new essays argue that our leaders need to advance a moral vision for change, not just a political one.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 12:15:00 +1000
Wide collection of voices challenges stereotype of African Australians
This compelling compilation offers a timely counterpoint to headline-grabbing politicians.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 12:15:00 +1000
Australians left out of women's series in India
Australia's World Twenty20 champions have been overlooked in an upcoming women's exhibition series that will be played alongside the men's IPL finals.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 11:59:09 +1000
Pygmalion review: Shaw's dazzling humour survives some jolts over the cobblestones
New Theatre's uneven production of Pygmalion still brings the leads to life.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 13:29:20 +1000
Bookmarks: Power to a green adventure
Mardi McConnochie's green surprise; write for The Big Issue; a double wicket; and Mueller's big publication
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 12:15:00 +1000
Curnow in limbo, but extra tall forward line is no problem: Bolton
Carlton coach Brendon Bolton would have no issues playing four talls in his forward line on Sunday against Hawthorn in Launceston.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 11:39:37 +1000
Guess what? If you're lucky, you'll be old too one day
How is it that the sight of seniors kissing is now more shocking than wild sex with dragon queens?
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 11:06:00 +1000
'We've gone long enough without': festival brings languages home
With so many Indigenous languages already lost, two Melbourne linguists are racing against time.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 11:04:00 +1000
'In poor taste': Sydney Swans fans question Dave Sharma's funding vow appearance
Federal MP Kerryn Phelps said Mr Sharma had no reason to be at a funding announcement in her eastern suburbs electorate as the battle for Wentworth heats up.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 10:55:02 +1000
Rod Rosenstein fires back at critics over Mueller report
Rosenstein appointed Mueller as special counsel in May 2017, and has overseen the investigation since.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 13:35:57 +1000
'I'm not going to tell people not to boo': McLachlan
AFL CEO Gillon McLachlan says he understands the booing by Essendon supporters at the Anzac Day match, and that there would be a review of umpiring decisions.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 11:03:52 +1000
Labor promises $8 million to tackle youth homelessness
Labor leader Bill Shorten is set to unveil an election pledge to tackle youth homelessness with an $8 million package to support vulnerable teenagers, giving Father Chris Riley’s Youth Off the Streets extra funding for its programs tackling youth disadvantage.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 11:07:15 +1000
Behind bars: India's 'Diamond King' Nirav Modi's fall from grace
He was India’s response to Europe’s fabled jewellery maisons, his creations worn on red carpets globally. But Nirav Modi's downfall has been just as swift.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 11:38:43 +1000
Photos of the week - April 25, 2019
A week in photos from award winning Sydney Morning Herald / The Age / Financial Review photographers for the week ending April 25, 2019.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 11:25:53 +1000
Box Boy's back in a charmingly simple family affair
One of the secret best puzzle game series returns for a fourth entry, this time with a two-player mode and surprisingly engaging tales.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 11:52:50 +1000
Whirlwind of sound and vision born of the vast, open country
Indigenous actor Mark Coles Smith's life-long fascination with sound comes to fruition for in next month's YIRRAMBOI Festival.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 12:00:00 +1000
Outdoors: Why undercrofts are making a comeback in landscape designs
It's the perfect indoor-outdoor space, warm in winter, cool in summer, protected and intimate yet open to the elements.
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 11:07:00 +1000
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