How will a new pope be chosen? An expert explains the conclave
Following the death of Pope Francis, we’ll soon be seeing a new leader in the Vatican. The conclave – a strictly confidential gathering of Roman Catholic cardinals – is due to meet in a matter of weeks to elect a new earthly head.

‘Election up for grabs’: PM on alert despite polling
Although the coalition has assumed underdog status, Peter Dutton says he could still snag a win - while Anthony Albanese isn't letting his guard down.

Are cyclones worsening with climate change?
Tropical cyclones have become less frequent in Australian waters but experts say claims that they're not intensifying miss important context.

Dutton’s son saving like mad in hopeless housing market
Peter Dutton took his son out on the campaign trail as he assured his government would offer housing hope for young Australians like 20-year-old Harry.

Pope Francis has ‘returned to the house of the Father’
Pope Francis, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, has died at the age of 88 after suffering various ailments in his 12-year papacy.
Tech tariff pivot helps Australian shares take a breath
A development in the US-China tariff war has nudged Australian shares higher with the White House carving out smartphones, computers and other electronics.
Tragedy as tourists drown, body of kayak rescuer found
Three people are dead in separate tragedies after a man drowned in a dam trying to save children on kayaks and two tourists were swept out to sea.
Ex-state Liberal leader ‘used cocaine to escape stress’
A former Liberal leader who has admitted supplying cocaine to friends says his reputation has been destroyed and he does not deserve further punishment.

Electric cars to rev up the energy grid, one at a time
Technology that will let drivers use their electric vehicles as giant household batteries is launching in Australia, although its reach is limited.
Rainy weather no barrier as thousands mark Anzac Day
Wet weather didn't deter thousands of Queenslanders from turning out all over the state to mark Anzac Day.
‘Greensland’ in spotlight as envy of major parties
A minor party is hoping to again make Labor and the coalition green with envy at the federal election with another strong showing in a surprise new heartland.
Lehrmann lawyer ‘missing evidence’ ahead of rape trial
Bruce Lehrmann's solicitor has told a court there were at least nine witnesses' statements and "important" CCTV footage yet to be provided by prosecutors.
Undeliverable: hospital expansion plan on life support
A damning review into a state's hospital expansion plan has found that projects are "undeliverable" in their current form after a rushed procurement process.
Carjacking, shooting accused to remain behind bars
A man will remain in custody after being charged with a string of offences after allegedly causing a fatal crash, shooting a good Samaritan and carjackings.
Chiefs brush off bizarre blunder to put away Force
The Western Force played their cards early before the Chiefs blew them away in a 56-22 bonus point Anzac Day Super Rugby win in Tauranga.
Sandon Smith shines as Roosters thump Dragons
Sandon Smith has produced his strongest NRL performance to date with a 22-point display in the Sydney Roosters' 46-18 win over St George Illawarra.
Daicos brothers, Sidebottom lead Pies to Anzac Day win
Nick and Josh Daicos have fired Collingwood to a commanding 41-point win over Essendon in front of 92,044 fans at the MCG on Anzac Day.
Sonny days ahead as Broncos ‘X’ marks spot on the edge
Brisbane's rampaging second-rower Xavier Willison changed codes to be like his idol Sonny-Bill Williams as he makes a strong fist of positional switch.

Collation of quirky collections a compelling exhibition
Chinese EV takes a leap forward and looks the goods
Cops tout arrests during state-first pill-testing trial
Anora wins best picture as it sweeps Academy Awards
China warns G20 global economic growth ‘insufficient’
China says economic fragmentation and trade tensions have disrupted supply chains, weakening the momentum of global economic growth.
Teenager’s alleged murder sparks calls for change
A mother whose teenage daughter was allegedly murdered on a night out has called on the community to unite against gendered violence.
‘Messy’ campaign has Dutton in peril amid poll plunge
Peter Dutton's unpopularity is driving a continued fall in support for the coalition, polling suggests, amid questions over the opposition's electoral strategy.
Grief and anger grip community after shopkeeper’s death
Floral tributes have been placed outside a supermarket where a beloved store owner was stabbed to death after confronting a man allegedly shoplifting.
Aussies mark Anzac memory of diggers young and old
Tens of thousands of Australians have turned out pay respects to veterans, despite some dawn services being marred by hecklers and interjections.
Boy’s drowning adds to ‘most horrific’ Easter toll
