Sydney Morning Herald National News
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 20:31:55 +1100Teachers’ strike postponed to after year 12 exams
The teachers’ union has delayed strike action as it continues to negotiate the terms of arbitration with the state government.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 19:51:05 +1100Weatherald opens up on rocky journey to Ashes squad
Opener Jake Weatherald speaks about his mental health struggles after earning selection in the Australian squad for the first Ashes Test.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 19:41:27 +1100Major redevelopment for Gold Coast shopping centre
An ageing Benowa shopping centre could soon be replaced by three shiny new residential towers.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 19:41:07 +1100Two on the run after teenager stabbed at doorstep
Two males remain on the run after a teenager was stabbed over an alleged debt.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 19:31:21 +1100Teachers’ union plans potential strike during HSC exams
The Queensland Teachers’ Union is planning a potential strike next week as a dispute with the state government reaches a fresh stalemate.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 19:30:00 +1100Inside freebirthing: Empowerment, distrust and a growing dogma
Women are rejecting medical assistance during pregnancy and birth in a small but growing trend known as freebirthing. Why?
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 19:30:00 +1100Attempts to silence reporters are becoming increasingly troubling
Threats and bullying of our journalists exist on a broad spectrum ranging from public derision to intimidation and acts of physical violence.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 19:29:19 +1100One week after his death, Ben’s teammates pay tribute as they return to the nets
Ben Austin’s cricket club has come together for an “incredibly healing” tribute, one week after the teenager’s death.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 19:26:49 +1100Alleged computer hacker accused of stealing $700,000
An alleged computer hacker has been accused of stealing $700,000 through a sophisticated online scam.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 19:25:37 +1100Girl, 10, and woman killed in crash in outback Queensland
A man has been arrested after a 10-year-old girl and a woman were killed in a crash in a remote Aboriginal community in Queensland.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 19:21:41 +1100Metallica collaborates with Lifeblood to encourage blood donation
Metallica fans have teamed up with Lifeblood, with the band giving away T-shirts and guitar picks to anyone who rolls up their sleeves.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 19:21:09 +1100Search for hit-run driver after pair seriously injured crossing the road
Police are searching for a hit-run driver after a pair was mowed down while crossing the road in Melbourne's outer west.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 19:17:20 +1100More than 300,000 expected for Adelaide Christmas pageant
More than 300,000 people will soon be flocking to the heart of Adelaide for this year's Christmas pageant, which organisers expect will be among the biggest yet.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 19:12:57 +1100Man believes he knows who killed missing mother
A family friend of missing South Australian mother Margaret Bernie believes he knows who her killer is.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 19:12:57 +1100Teacher stood down over Charlie Kirk Halloween costume
An Adelaide teacher has been stood down after he dressed as assassinated conservative activist Charlie Kirk for Halloween.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 19:00:00 +1100The tender, poignant and powerful moments captured in photo festival
Herald chief photographer Kate Geraghty has been nominated as a finalist in Australia’s largest photography festival for her portrait of a Palestinian grandmother and grandson.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 19:00:00 +1100Swinburne, government fight leaves 50 kinder kids with nowhere to go
The federal government has attacked a major Melbourne university as a row over a community kindergarten goes all the way to the frontbench.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 18:46:58 +1100Three men fighting for life after being struck by car in Sydney’s west
Three men are fighting have been critically injured after being hit by a car that mounted the curb outside an Indian restaurant following a collision in Sydney's west.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 18:46:47 +1100Bank employee arrested over alleged 'ghost car' fraud in Sydney
A bank employee has been charged over his alleged role in a multi-million dollar "ghost car" fraud syndicate in Sydney.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 18:46:47 +1100Sussan Ley’s support among colleagues called into question yet again
Liberal leadership woes are growing after a senator stated Sussan Ley is "losing support" among colleagues.