As the Ashes series concludes in Sydney, we analyse the five crucial strategies Ben Stokes's England must execute to secure a second consecutive Test win. From bold captaincy to batting resilience.
Sydney authorities announce a major police operation for New Year's Eve 2025, following the Bondi Junction attack. Discover the security plans and event details.
England secured a thrilling victory in the fourth Ashes Test at the MCG, ending a 15-year wait for a Test win in Australia. Listen to the Full Story podcast analysis.
Australia coach Andrew McDonald confirms Usman Khawaja will play the final Ashes Test in Sydney, but the 39-year-old's future beyond the match remains uncertain. Read the latest.
Fast bowler Matthew Potts is in line for his Ashes debut in Sydney after Gus Atkinson was ruled out with a hamstring injury. Get the latest team news and pitch updates for the series finale.
A record 85,000 fans packed the MCG for the Boxing Day Test, transforming the cricket match into a vibrant cultural festival. Discover how tradition and spectacle converged in Melbourne.
The Bookshop Darlinghurst, a beloved LGBTQ+ community hub on Oxford Street for 43 years, has shut its doors. Discover the story of its final days and the legacy of its long-serving staffer, Noel Lee.
Spinner Todd Murphy replaces the injured Nathan Lyon in Australia's squad for the Boxing Day Ashes Test. Captain Pat Cummins is rested. Get the full team news and analysis.
A mass exodus of DVSA driving examiners and a flawed booking system have created a national crisis, with average test waits hitting 22 weeks. Discover why the government's 7-week target is now delayed until 2027.
Sydney unites in grief for 10-year-old Matilda, the youngest victim of the Bondi Beach terror attack. Mourners honour her with a bee symbol as funerals are held across two cities. Read the full tribute.
Sydney's Jewish community gathers to honour Rabbi Eli Schlanger and other victims of the Bondi beach terror attack. Vigils see poignant unity between Jews and Muslims.
Police will charge Bondi attack suspect Naveed Akram, while PM denies ISIS link. A fundraiser for the hero who disarmed the attacker surpasses $1.3m. Religious leaders unite in solidarity.
Acclaimed cartoonist Ben Jennings delivers a powerful visual response to the Bondi Beach terror attack. Explore the symbolism and impact of his latest work.
Ahmed al Ahmed, hailed a hero for disarming a terrorist at Bondi Beach, asks for prayers from his hospital bed. The father-of-two faces multiple surgeries amid fears he could lose an arm. Read his incredible story.
A visual journey across the globe: French farmers block roads, Zelenskyy meets German leaders, and Sydney mourns. Explore the day's powerful images and stories.
A Pakistani man in Australia describes his 'deep trauma' after being falsely named as the Bondi attacker online. Read how misinformation spread on social media.
A terror attack in Sydney interrupted a Hanukkah menorah lighting by the Chabad-Lubavitch movement. We explore the group's history and global resilience.
A Middle Eastern refugee emerged as a second hero in the Bondi Beach terror attack, kicking a rifle from a gunman before being fired upon by police. Read the full story of bravery and a precarious immigration status.
A father and son opened fire at a Jewish celebration in Sydney's Bondi, killing 16. Get the latest on the terror attack, victims, and security questions.
Following the Bondi Beach terror attack, data reveals a startling concentration of licensed firearms in Sydney's suburbs. NSW Premier Chris Minns vows to tighten gun laws as national cabinet agrees to reform the National Firearms Agreement.
Australia grieves after a terror attack at a Bondi Beach Hanukah celebration leaves 15 dead. PM Albanese vows tougher gun laws as candles are lit nationwide against the darkness.
Sydney's Jewish community grapples with fear and resilience after the deadly Bondi beach terror attack, labelled an act of 'evil antisemitism' by the Prime Minister.
Police identify father and son as suspects in Bondi Beach terror attack that killed 15 at a Hanukkah celebration. Explosives found in car. Read the latest updates.
A Guardian columnist argues the absurdly difficult Life in the UK test, which her French husband is struggling to pass, should focus on modern British culture like Coronation Street and Greggs, not obscure historical facts.
Hollywood star Sydney Sweeney says she should have spoken sooner about the controversial American Eagle campaign accused of eugenics overtones. Read her full statement.
England are staring down the barrel of defeat in the second Test against Australia in Brisbane. Resuming 43 runs behind with just four wickets left, their hopes now rest on Ben Stokes. Can he produce a miracle?
Two decades after Australia's worst race riots erupted at Cronulla Beach, we examine if underlying racial tensions have truly been addressed or if social media now fuels the same hatred.
Actor Sydney Sweeney's appearance at a Mar-a-Lago fundraiser has ignited a fierce debate within the Republican Party about celebrity, populism, and political identity. Explore the clash between old and new guard.
The DVSA has confirmed changes to driving and theory test centre hours over the festive period. Check the full list of dates to see if your test is affected.
Hyperrealist sculptor Ron Mueck unveils a major new exhibition at the Art Gallery of New South Wales, featuring monumental and intimate works that explore the human condition. Discover the details.