Damian Barrett reveals the latest details on Alastair Clarkson's departure from North Melbourne.

https://www.watoday.com.au/sport/afl/fresh-detail-revealed-on-clarksons-confusing-player-exit-meetings-2...

A cattle farmer who murdered three members of a neighbouring family and tried to kill a fourth will serve at least 40 years behind bars over the mass shooting at a remote property.

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Experts are telling Australians to prepare for fires, storms and heatwaves as a massive El Nino approaches.

https://www.watoday.com.au/national/experts-issue-urgent-weather-warning-ahead-of-el-nino-202...

The owner of the Yallourn power station in Victoria and the Mt Piper plant in NSW says retiring coal sites are the perfect fit for new data centres.

https://www.watoday.com.au/business/companies/the-si...

We’ve already seen three AFL coaches get the flick in 2026, but Geelong’s successful mentor is not about to join them on the sidelines. Meanwhile, a Magpies great will help the Roos find their new coa...

Contenders Jiri Lehecka and Stefanos Tsitsipas met in an energetic US Open match-up. See all of the captivating points that had the New York crowd in awe and find out who came out on top.

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She was an acclaimed author of biographies, novels and essays, and won the NSW Premier’s Award for her political biography about her late husband Bob Hawke.

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Firefighters were called to the house on the corner of Gerald Street and Phoenix Road in Spearwood just after 6am.

https://www.watoday.com.au/national/western-australia/one-person-killed-in-spearwood-h...

Premier Roger Cook said the anti-immigration debate that had taken hold across the country was “driving hatred in our community, hatred and intolerance”.

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Geelong and Carlton are putting it all on the line in front of a sold-out crowd. Follow along for live updates and all the post-game reaction.

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South Australia’s first bird flu vaccination program will kick off amid rising case numbers and newly confirmed infections in mammals.

https://www.watoday.com.au/national/sa-s-first-bird-flu-vaccinatio...

The Dolphins trailed 14-0 in their final-round match against Gold Coast but again managed to bounce back with a win ahead of their maiden finals appearance.

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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.

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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.

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This masthead can reveal the contract to sell a Canberra-built radar system to the UK would be worth more than $10 billion.

https://www.watoday.com.au/politics/federal/australia-on-brink-of-record-10b-...

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

https://www.watoday.com.au/culture/live-reviews/melbourne-review-wrap-massive-at...

Al Ahmed was charged following an alleged incident at a Bankstown property in March, where police accused him of common assault and stalking.

https://www.watoday.com.au/national/domestic-violence-charg...

Metro Petroleum has been embroiled in a nationwide raid targeting the sale of illegal tobacco.

https://www.watoday.com.au/national/more-than-100-metro-petroleums-raided-nationwide-20260811-p60ng8.html?...

Western Australia Premier Roger Cook is defending his Secret Harbour candidate over podcast comments made five years ago criticising Labor’s response to sexual harassment.

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The Wallabies-Japan clash was a white-knuckle ride, but a brief snapshot of the Australian coach in his first Test proved insightful.

https://www.watoday.com.au/sport/rugby-union/why-wallabies-coach-le...

The two aircraft were within metres of each other on Sunday morning when one was forced to brake suddenly.

https://www.watoday.com.au/national/nsw/two-planes-involved-in-near-miss-while-taxiing-at-sydn...

Anthony Albanese is under fire for his comments about the melons gifted to him by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, but just how good are these melons?

https://www.watoday.com.au/national/shizuok...

An eftpos operator is rolling out new payment terminals that can identify you through your face or hands.

https://www.watoday.com.au/business/consumer-affairs/alarm-bells-ringing-you-can-soon-pay-for-a...

Aussie opener and Darwin local Jake Weatherald was the first Aussie wicket against Bangladesh, caught behind after attempting a drive on the up.

https://www.watoday.com.au/national/home-hero-blows-star...

Our critics take a look at what shows to see - and what to avoid.

https://www.watoday.com.au/culture/live-reviews/the-astounding-moment-when-this-fiddler-on-the-roof-soars-20260806-p60lvh.html?ref=rss&...

The ICAC’s Operation Rosny is examining sections of the NSW Liberal Party, Catholic Schools NSW and business figures in Sydney. Kate McClymont explains what we learnt in week two.

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The ex-girlfriend of a former athlete who alleges Alan Jones indecently assaulted him has told a court he confided in her 20 years ago about the alleged assaults.

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Renewed fears of inflation in the US, global financial vulnerabilities and the AI hype have driven a sharp rise in the gold price. That signals risky times ahead.

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An 18-year-old previously convicted over the 2021 home invasion of Wallabies legend Toutai Kefu has been charged with murder in a separate case.

https://www.watoday.com.au/national/teen-convicted-in-to...

Allegations levelled against Alan Jones have been challenged in court, as the veteran broadcaster's legal team continues to question his first alleged victim to take the stand.

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