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Australia · Sydney Morning Herald

Brisbane portrait prize now among Australia’s richest art awards thanks to funding boost

1 Nov 01:01

The 50 per cent increase from the council puts the award in the top tier nationally for prize money – but it faces local competition.

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Australia · Sydney Morning Herald

Top chef Scott Pickett faces court grilling over collapse of super fund

Pickett will be called to a public examination about his business dealings with First Guardian’s manager, David Anderson, and their joint hospitality business.

1 Nov 17:08

Australia · ABC

Suns miss top four by a whisker despite win over Giants

The Gold Coast Suns miss out on the AFLW top four by 0.2 per cent despite beating GWS in their final home and away match of the season.

1 Nov 16:51

Australia · Sydney Morning Herald

The red tape roadblocks threatening Melbourne’s street parties

One council has backflipped on its decision to axe a free street party permit program, but the process is under review in another local government area.

1 Nov 16:30

Australia · ABC

Queensland's 28th governor sworn in at parliament house

Justice Thomas Bradley has been sworn in as Queensland's 28th governor, replacing outgoing governor Dr Jeanette Young.

1 Nov 16:17

Australia · ABC

Agony and ecstasy for Australian duo in WNBA Finals game seven

Australia's Izzy Borlase falls just short of a title as her Atlanta Dream are beaten by Golden State Valkyries in game seven of the WNBA Finals.

1 Nov 15:54

Australia · ABC

Suspended Powerhouse CEO denies wrongdoing as 14 disclosures revealed

Millions of dollars in contracts were awarded under Powerhouse CEO Lisa Havilah. Documents released under a freedom of information request reveal her perceived conflicts of interest.

1 Nov 15:40

Australia · ABC

BioWare studio shuttered by EA after more than 30 years of video games

Fans and former employees have paid tribute to the studio behind some of the biggest selling games of the 2000s and 2010s.

1 Nov 15:00

Australia · ABC

Return of V8 Superboats a roaring success, says organiser

The roar of V8 Superboats has echoed across a Victorian venue best known for tractor engines, with the debut sold out.

1 Nov 14:59