Politics
NSW Police fatally shoot man after mental health siege on Central Coast
A 49-year-old man has died after being shot by NSW Police during a mental health incident in Springfield. The hours-long siege ended tragically on Wednesday night.
Lifestyle
Aussies Ditch Spare Beds for Eva's Award-Winning Slideaway Sofa Bed
Australian homes are transforming spare rooms with Eva's best-selling Slideaway Sofa Bed. Discover the three-in-one furniture piece praised for style, comfort, and easy conversion.
Sports
AFL Stars Battle Scorching Heat in First Post-Christmas Training for 2026 Season
AFL players are back in gruelling pre-season training as nine clubs hit the track in scorching conditions, beginning their quest for the 2026 premiership. Follow our coverage.
Business
BlueScope Rejects $13bn Stokes Takeover as 'Cheap' and 'Opportunistic'
BlueScope Steel's board has firmly rejected a $13 billion takeover bid from Kerry Stokes and US partner Steel Dynamics, calling it an undervalued and opportunistic move. The tussle for Australia's largest steelmaker continues.
Entertainment
Education
ACT teachers report daily violence in high school classrooms
Canberra teachers speak out on daily physical assaults and disruptive behaviour in ACT public high schools, as reported incidents surge. Education Minister acknowledges more must be done.
Plant protein studied to remove PFAS from body
A $1.8 million study at the University of Newcastle will investigate if a plant-based diet can protect families from harmful 'forever chemicals'. Learn about the groundbreaking research.
Man dies after police shooting in Central Coast siege
A 49-year-old man has died after being shot by police following a six-hour siege at Springfield. A critical incident investigation is now underway. Read the latest details.
Advanced Maths, Languages Linked to Higher ATARs in WA
New TISC data shows Western Australian students who choose advanced maths or a foreign language significantly boost their ATAR scores. Discover the impact on university admissions.
WA's Top Schools for 2025 Based on ATAR Results
Discover which Western Australian schools topped the 2025 rankings based on Year 12 ATAR performance. See the full list and understand the methodology behind the results.