'Speechless': rookie's big Bathurst 1000 upset for pole A day after becoming the fastest Gen3 racer, Supercars rookie Zach Bates snared another piece of Supercars history after claiming pole for the Bathurst 1000. AAP · Oct 9
Businesses not buying positive spin on surcharge ban The Reserve Bank says small businesses are expected to benefit the most from its card surcharge reforms, but restaurant and cafe owners say they are losing out. AAP · Oct 9
'Driving me insane': restaurateur slams migrant debate Political policies to curb immigration and narrow the definition of a skilled migrant have been met with dismay by industries experiencing workforce shortages. AAP · Oct 9
Local solar-sharers crowned at Aussie design awards An innovation to split shared solar power has collected top honours at a national design awards with judges commending "world-class" talents. AAP · Oct 9
Museum's new chapter won't deny uneasy past The Australian Museum hopes to inspire a new generation while confronting its colonial past, as the nation's oldest museum prepares to mark its 200th year. AAP · Oct 9
Bad light could be sign of the time in South Africa The opening day of the Australia's Test series in South Africa ended early due to bad light, and sunset times will make it difficult to make back the time. AAP · Oct 9
Bulldogs bring 'ruthless mentality' to Pride Round The Bombers came out firing after picking up their first win last week, but the Dogs were too strong in front of 4000 fans at Whitten Oval for Pride Round. AAP · Oct 9
Bartlett skittles WA to puts Queensland in control Jimmy Peirson posted a hundred in his 100th game before Xavier Bartlett pressed his Test claims to put Queensland on top of WA in the Sheffield Shield. AAP · Oct 9
JackJumpers hammer Hawks in NBL rout Led by David Johnson, Tasmania's bench thrived as the JackJumpers notched their highest score in a 10-point away win over Illawarra. AAP · Oct 9
Over before it began: Perth Bears chief executive quits Inaugural Perth Bears chief executive Anthony De Ceglie has quit less than 18 months into his tenure at the fledgling rugby league club. AAP · Oct 9
Birdie blitzes help Aussie golfers make their move Australian golfers Min Woo Lee and Adam Scott have put themselves in with a strong chance of victory at the Baycurrent Classic in Japan. AAP · Oct 9
SA on the brink as Victoria crumbles in Shield opener Victoria are staring down the barrel of a Sheffield Shield rout after being put to the sword by two-time defending champions South Australia. AAP · Oct 9
NSW take control over Tasmania with Davies double-ton Tasmania are on the back foot heading into day three of their Sheffield Shield clash with NSW following centuries from Ollie Davies and Jack Edwards. AAP · Oct 9
'Tragedy': woman, child die after car crashes into dam A community is reeling after a woman and a 10-year-old girl died when a car crashed and landed upside down in a dam on their way to a school pick-up. AAP · Oct 9
AAP · Oct 9 Answers due over Molly's murder with no appeal lodged Molly Ticehurst's interactions with domestic violence services could come under the microscope after prosecutors opted not to appeal her killer's sentence.
AAP · Oct 9 Maddinson return falls flat before Australia fightback Australia have fought to 6-187 on the opening day of the first Test against South Africa, with Matt Renshaw and Pat Cummins saving the tourists' blushes.
AAP · Oct 9 'Tears in their eyes': Ponga proud to represent family Kalyn Ponga is preparing for the international rugby league arena, grateful for a rule change that allows him to chase glory with New Zealand at the World Cup.
AAP · Oct 9 Teacher allegedly filmed hundreds of kids using toilets Primary school students were allegedly filmed on spy cameras using the bathroom by a teacher who is accused of producing hundreds of child abuse videos.
AAP · Oct 9 AFL star-turned triathlete prepares for Hawaii debut Former Essendon player David Zaharakis will make his debut as an age-grouper this weekend at the Hawaiian Ironman triathlon world championships.
AAP · Oct 9 Reality TV star set for Supreme Court bail application A former reality TV star facing domestic violence charges will again apply for bail and take his fight to the Supreme Court.
AAP · Oct 9 Karl settles podcast dispute days before court date A high-profile former TV show host embroiled in controversy since his shock departure has avoided a potentially ugly day in court, settling a podcast dispute.
AAP · Oct 9 Tropfest scores $2.7m boost as stars back Aussie talent From homegrown stories to the global stage, Tropfest is set to return in 2027 with a $2.7 million NSW government funding boost to keep the iconic festival free.
AAP · Oct 9 'Didn't feel comfortable': Cat speaks on Saints exit Geelong recruit Rowan Marshall has discussed why he didn't attend St Kilda's best and fairest as he forced a trade.
AAP · Oct 9 Fashion feud: Adidas aims to tear stripes off White Fox One of the biggest fashion retailers in Australia and one of the world's largest sportswear brands are set to face off in a battle over stripes on clothing.
AAP · Oct 9 Fox control strategy overhaul amid bird flu fears A national strategy to control feral foxes is being overhauled for the first time in almost 20 years amid concerns the pest could further spread bird flu.