Roman Catholic cardinals are set to begin the task of electing a new Pope, locking themselves away from the world until they choose the man they hope can unite a diverse but divided global church.

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St Kilda coach Ross Lyon expects Carlton to return to their best in their Friday night clash at the MCG after the Blues' wining streak came to a shuddering halt last round.

Embattled NSW police commissioner Karen Webb is set to walk away from the top job. Carla Mascarenhas is the NSW correspondent ...

Those watching at Lilydale on Saturday might not have seen the importance of Jai Asbury's role, but coach Corey Lockett certainly did.

Unemployment in New Zealand remains at 5.1 per cent, defying expectations of a peak above COVID-19 levels.

Bass' new MP has been urged to take a leaf out of the Greens' policy playbook and push for an end to native logging.

Launceston's Central Business District (CBD) is a gem that many locals might have overlooked in recent times.

Tyran Parke travelled across Tasmania, gathering hours of stories from everyday workers. He heard about their lives, purpose ...

The plaintiffs, who sued under Jane Doe pseudonyms to protect their privacy, accused Robinson, 85, of sexual battery, assault ...

The cost-of-living crunch won't deter Australians from spoiling mum as they're set to splurge this Mother's Day. Flowers, ...

At least eight people are dead after India launched air strikes into Pakistani-controlled Kashmir, Pakistani security ...