'OMG, we're back here again': daylight saving returns While daylight saving time will be welcomed by most eastern states, one state remains an outlier - and an annual political headache. AAP · Oct 2
Experts warn about gaps in online video game regulation The push to compel online gaming providers to comply with the government's online safety regulations is struggling to keep pace with technological growth. AAP · Oct 2
Phoenix NBL coach doubles down on three-point woes No team in NBL history attempts more three-pointers than South East Melbourne, but the Phoenix are struggling with a horrific conversion rate from long range. AAP · Oct 2
'Tiny step behind': Piastri hopeful of Sepang bounce McLaren's Oscar Piastri was sixth-fastest in second practice at the Bahrain Grand Prix but feels the team will still be in the hunt in qualifying at Sepang. AAP · Oct 2
Hot Pepper stays cool as Wildcats edge the Phoenix Perth trio Elijah Pepper, Kristian Doolittle and Anthony Dell'Orso have all posted 20-plus points in the Wildcats' 92-88 win over South East Melbourne Phoenix. AAP · Oct 2
Hawks hammer 36ers in NBL boilover Illawarra unleashed what one club great called the "greatest half of basketball" in their history to break their duck with a 22-point win over Adelaide. AAP · Oct 2
Scheer brilliance helps in-form Geelong overcome Tigers Geelong have gone top of the AFLW ladder courtesy of a midfield masterclass from Nina Morrison and pinpoint shooting from Chloe Scheer. AAP · Oct 2
Would-be missionary Baird pursued his tasks with zeal Bruce Baird spent two decades in state and federal parliaments, preceded Scott Morrison as the federal member for Cook and fathered a NSW premier. AAP · Oct 2
'Hopeless' gambler with AFL connection guilty of fraud An addicted gambler posing as a businessman offering high-yield investments has been found guilty of scamming a couple out of $500,000 for wagering. AAP · Oct 2
'A giant': tributes for Liberal stalwart Bruce Baird Former prime minister Scott Morrison is leading tributes to Liberal stalwart Bruce Baird, who spent decades serving in both state and federal politics. AAP · Oct 2
Referees strike over as Football Australia reaches deal Soccer referees are no longer on strike and will be on deck for the Australia Cup final and the A-Leagues season after Football Australia struck a deal. AAP · Oct 2
'Startling' mental ill health rates in LGBTQI community Australians who identify as part of the LGBTQI community are significantly more likely to deal with mental health issues, a study has found. AAP · Oct 2
NRLW needs its own CEO says legend Ali Brigginshaw Retiring Broncos legend Ali Brigginshaw wants the NRLW to appoint its own chief executive to guide the future direction of the women's sport. AAP · Oct 2
Party hosts charged after police pelted with bottles Two adults and a 16-year-old boy have been charged after glass bottles were thrown at officers at a party and two people were taken to hospital, police say. AAP · Oct 2
AAP · Oct 2 Medibank facing dual court actions over data hack A hacker who leaked personal data under titles including boozy, HIV and abortions, could have been stopped by basic security measures, a class action alleges.
AAP · Oct 2 Curtain to lift on grand theatre's new lease of life While all the renovations to a decades-old theatre in a major city may not be apparent to audiences, they are set to transform the experience for theatre-goers.
AAP · Oct 2 Nurses 'angry, distressed' amid chemical exposure fears Revelations staff at a major hospital might have been exposed to toxic chemicals have left health workers desperately waiting for answers, a union claims.
AAP · Oct 2 Concussed Roosters star learns grand final fate Connor Watson will become the first player to miss the NRL grand final with concussion after the Sydney Roosters utility was denied clearance to play.
AAP · Oct 2 Jail for man who paid to watch child sexual abuse shows A man has been jailed for almost 20 years after paying to watch child sexual abuse shows livestreamed from the Philippines, Australian Federal Police say.
AAP · Oct 2 'Sense of unease': art show explores nation's dark past An exhibition of the work of one of Australia's most famous painters, Sidney Nolan, explores the darker aspects of the nation's history, its curator says.
AAP · Oct 2 Big bank dumps scandal-hit audit firm after 57 years ANZ is looking for a new audit firm to replace KPMG, which has been under fire for months after a whistleblowing scandal.
AAP · Oct 2 Coach influence steels SBW fanboy to be Roosters' rock Siua Wong has barely missed a game for the Sydney Roosters this season, crediting Michael Cheika for influencing his relentless thirst for work.
AAP · Oct 2 Facebook posts revealed in judge 'bias' abuse appeal A suppression order has been lifted, revealing posts allegedly made by a judge about sexual abuse victims before making an award of $1.6 million in compensation
AAP · Oct 2 Ed Kavalee recruits all-star Aussie cast for cop comedy Comedian and television presenter Ed Kavalee has highlighted Australia's abundance of talent in the new telemovie Cop This.
AAP · Oct 2 'Dark side': three-peat Lion locks in Magpies move Three-time Brisbane premiership star Lachie Neale and former GWS captain Toby Greene have officially landed at new homes as the AFL free agency window opened.