The Age
Melbourne, VIC · English · Newspaper
A newspaper based in Melbourne, Australia, covering a range of topics including politics, culture, and current events.
- 177 stories today
- 233/day · 7-day avg
- Top beat: Sports
- Tracked since 2026
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Today’s stories
- FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE updates: Canada takes on Bosnia and Herzegovina as US prepares for campaign against ParaguayThe 2026 FIFA World Cup began with Mexico's opening victory over South Africa, while Ghana's Thomas Partey was barred from Canada due to a visa refusal, and Canada and the US started their campaigns.
- ‘Watch your back’: Hanson’s family succession plan leaves Barnaby as a spare heirPauline Hanson hinted her daughter Lee could become One Nation leader, prompting Coalition MPs to question Barnaby Joyce's role and warn Hanson to 'watch your back' over succession plans.
- Stalled Ukraine security pact could leave Australia ‘fighting with one hand behind its back’A stalled security pact between Australia and Ukraine has delayed access to Ukraine's military technology expertise, with negotiations ongoing but no immediate deal expected.
- Peace deal has ‘never been closer’, says Iranian minister in post shared by TrumpUS and Iran are nearing a peace deal, with key terms including nuclear material removal and sanctions relief, as Pakistan leads mediation efforts.
- ‘Like old-school Liberals’: WA’s One Nation leader open to Zempilas cooperationWA One Nation leader Rod Caddies expressed openness to collaborating with state opposition leader Basil Zempilas, citing shared conservative values and potential for electoral gains against Labor.
- Tribunal finds Perth nurse was caught stealing from disabled patients, selling items on eBayA Perth nurse had her registration cancelled and was ordered to pay costs after a tribunal found she stole from a vulnerable elderly couple and sold items on eBay
- Elon Musk becomes world’s first trillionaire as SpaceX opens higher in Wall Street debutSpaceX's Nasdaq debut saw its valuation surge past $2 trillion, making it the sixth-largest US company, with shares opening at a 30% increase from the IPO price. The IPO raised $75 billion, marking the largest US IPO and a milestone in Musk's ambitions.
- Trump, subs and the Iran war: Australia’s replacement for Rudd has arrived in DCAustralia's new US ambassador, Greg Moriarty, asserts strong US support for AUKUS and addresses potential tariff increases over forced labor allegations.
- Perth’s newest university campus lauded at major architecture awardsPerth's ECU City campus received multiple architectural awards for its innovative design and urban integration, with judges praising its technical achievements and sustainable approaches.
- Test your general knowledge with the Good Weekend quizThe Age's Good Weekend quiz features a Mini Crossword puzzle with ten clues and twenty-five squares, available to premium subscribers who can track progress and share results.
- Short makes bold Commonwealth Games claim after having pizza and Hackett on his mindSam Short fell short of the world record in the 1500m freestyle but remains confident in Australia's chances at the Commonwealth Games, while Shayna Jack qualified for her third Commonwealth Games alongside her brother.
- NRL Highlights: Dolphins v Roosters - Round 15NRL Round 15 match between Dolphins and Sydney Roosters scheduled at Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane.
- Blue in waiting: How Katoa’s masterclass orchestrated Roosters’ demiseIsaiya Katoa's exceptional performance led the Dolphins to a decisive 48-10 victory over the Roosters, with key contributions from Trai Fuller and Tom Gilbert's return from injury.
- Hardwick says Geelong crowd influenced free kicks that ‘weren’t there’Geelong defeated Gold Coast 105-60, extending their unbeaten streak at GHMBA Stadium to 10 games with a dominant performance that included key contributions from Tom Atkins and the dash brothers, while the Suns struggled to meet expectations this season.
- Rodwell scores on NRL debutRoosters halfback Toby Rodwell scores on NRL debut after coming off the bench.