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Australia · Sydney Morning Herald

Mushroom killer Erin Patterson emotionless as appeal dismissed

30 Oct 19:14

Mushroom killer Erin Patterson is likely to die behind bars after Victoria’s Court of Appeal quashed her bid to overturn her triple murder conviction.

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Australia · ABC

Maxwell retires from international cricket but continues franchise T20 career

Glenn Maxwell calls time on his international career after building a reputation as one of the world's most dangerous short-form players.

3 Nov 10:08

Australia · Sydney Morning Herald

Alan Jones trial live updates: SMH journalist Kate McClymont gives evidence in former 2GB broadcaster’s alleged indecent assault, sexual touching trial

The Herald’s chief investigative reporter wrote a series of reports detailing allegations against the former radio heavyweight before his arrest, the court has heard.

3 Nov 10:08

Australia · ABC

Live: Journalist Kate McClymont gives evidence in Alan Jones case

The Sydney Morning Herald reporter published a series of stories from late 2023 that contained accounts from a number of men who alleged Mr Jones indecently assaulted them.

3 Nov 10:04

Australia · Guardian Australia

I treated Sophie as if she was human. The very next day she betrayed me | Hugh Riminton

I was intrigued by the level of the new chatbot’s training. If I peppered her with questions, would she have answers? Sophie’s voice is lovely. Warm, direct, intelligent. She’s friendly but not obsequious. She just wants to be helpful. She wasn’t working at the mechanic business a week ago, when I’d taken in my old four-wheel drive for a fix-up. But now, here she was, at the other end of the phone. And there it was,

3 Nov 10:00

Australia · ABC

New suburb 100km from Melbourne to become home to 13k people

The Victorian government approves plans for a new suburb in Ballarat for 13,000 residents. It will include four schools.

3 Nov 09:48

Australia · Sydney Morning Herald

Australia news LIVE: RBA set to lift interest rates to highest point since 2008 sparking recession fears; PM warns of increasing dangers to democracies at Commonwealth summit

Follow our rolling coverage of all the latest news and developments from around Australia and the world.

3 Nov 09:45

Australia · ABC

Live: British raider starts Melbourne Cup Day as favourite

British horse Hopewell Rock begins Melbourne Cup Day as the favourite for the race that stops the nation. Follow live.

3 Nov 09:45

Australia · ABC

Latest national scam more sophisticated and 'just the tip of the iceberg'

Academics warn phishing scams are becoming more sophisticated and convincing, with Kimberley holiday-makers saying messages to them have included accurate personal information about their booking.

3 Nov 09:30