Paris Olympics: Australia win silver medal in men’s kayak four 500m sprint

Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton clashed over housing policies, with Albanese defending Labor's plan of 5% deposits and $10 billion for 100,000 new homes against expert criticism predicting price increases. Dutton promoted his tax break for mortgage interest while expressing concern for his children's housing prospects, indicating a willingness to assist them financially. Albanese refrained from discussing his son's situation, while Treasurer Jim Chalmers criticized the Coalition's plan as a "cost-of-living con job," asserting clear...

Elliot Yeo, sidelined due to injury, emphasized the need for the West Coast Eagles to "get urgent" in addressing their ongoing struggles after a heavy defeat to Carlton, which left young defender Brady Hough in tears. Yeo acknowledged the challenge of maintaining motivation amid mounting losses and highlighted the team's record-low contested possessions as a critical issue. He urged for a collective effort to improve, suggesting that while experienced players should not be solely relied...

I’m taking up boxing, surprising those around me, especially my family who know my lack of upper body strength. With my knees declining from years of running, I've researched boxing gear, including locally made punching bags in Perth, amidst discussions on tariffs affecting global markets. The Australia Made campaign highlights consumer preference for local products, and while they may come at a higher price, the focus on supporting local manufacturers for quality and sustainability resonates...

Australian buyers will now pay an additional $5000 for the GMC Yukon Denali, bringing the price to $174,990 before on-road costs, due to economic factors affecting the import of the US-built SUV. The Yukon features a 6.2-litre V8 engine, 3500kg towing capacity, luxurious interior amenities, and advanced suspension technology. GMSV, responsible for selling the Yukon and other GM models in Australia, has indicated that price increases may affect additional models, but details remain unclear. Full...

Nissan Australia is updating the interior of the Patrol SUV for the second time in a year, bringing in a high-tech cabin similar to the North American Nissan Armada. The 2025 model introduces a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen, new instrument cluster, enhanced audio systems, and additional features like a surround-view camera, while maintaining the existing 5.6-litre V8 engine. Pricing has increased slightly, with the base model starting at $90,600, and the Patrol continues to lead sales...

Pop star Katy Perry and five other women successfully completed the first all-female spaceflight in over 60 years aboard a Blue Origin rocket, launching from West Texas and reaching an altitude of 100km. The flight lasted approximately 11 minutes, during which the crew experienced weightlessness, and upon landing, Perry expressed her emotional connection to love while holding a daisy as a reminder of her daughter. The mission, a notable success for Jeff Bezos' space tourism...