How to (safely) access the cash locked up in your property
Published: July 24, 2026 19:01
No matter why, there are options at every age to get out the equity you might think is locked in your property.
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Why are so many retirees still spending like itâs 1991?
Published: July 24, 2026 19:01
The success of super has created a new retirement problem we donât discuss enough â people donât know how to manage their money so they can confidently spend.
Australia had a chance to do something big. Then came weak leadership and fatal errors
Published: July 24, 2026 19:01
The failure to land a new national gun buyback scheme offers an insight into the state of politics and profound power of self-interest.
Mutiny on the golf course: Why members are threatening legal action against billionaireâs son
Published: July 24, 2026 19:00
If Felix Ming Ze Lee, whose billionaire father is alleged to be a tax cheat, is wondering what else could go wrong this week, members of the Terrey Hills Golf Club have bad news.
How a seven-year-oldâs viral hit about birds became the ultimate school bell
Published: July 24, 2026 19:00
Eastern Rosellas, a catchy, viral song about a colourful bird by Miles Phillips has taken the internet â and Australian music stars â by storm.
I booked a hotel through Qantas. When I arrived, I felt unsafe
Published: July 24, 2026 19:00
A solo female traveller, I turned up at night to check in found the hotel different to how it was advertised. It even had a different name.
âWear puffer jackets insideâ: Heritage house gets tweak to make it feel less like a museum
Published: July 24, 2026 19:00
Its architects were conscious from the start that this home shouldnât feel like a museum or be a parody of the original design.
WAâs new building boss says we donât build them like we used to â and thatâs a good thing
Published: July 24, 2026 19:00
WAâs new Building Commissioner sits down with WAtoday to talk big promises, Nicheliving, bad paving and his 35-year career as a rule enforcer.
âNot neanderthals or rednecksâ: Inside the rise of One Nation in Sydney
Published: July 24, 2026 19:00
While the controversial party has targeted western Sydney seats after a surge in the polls, there are also signs of growing support in Liberal beachside heartland.
Could this grieving political novice defeat Netanyahu? The polls say yes
Published: July 24, 2026 19:00
Gadi Eisenkot is not a slick operator and doesnât ooze charisma, but he has emerged as the candidate most likely to defeat Benjamin Netanyahu this year.
Student housing boss with $50m Bellevue Hill trophy home seeks a reno
Published: July 24, 2026 19:00
The six-bedroom residence with a tennis court is already stylish, but Stephen Gaitanos has lodged plans with council for further enhancements.
Melbourneâs magical arcades offer a window into the cityâs past
Published: July 24, 2026 19:00
From the Italian-inspired Block Arcade to the art deco gothic Manchester Unity Building, these historic indoor shopping strips remain an important part of Melbourneâs identity.
As famous as this site is, nothing prepares you for seeing it in person
Published: July 24, 2026 19:00
Machu Picchu offers a triple treat of natural, cultural and man-made wonders.
âBuilding the plane while itâs flyingâ: How the government rewrote the story of the Suburban Rail Loop
Published: July 24, 2026 19:00
Construction of the SRL has started, but the projectâs true purpose remains unclear, as secret documents lay bare the internal struggle to deliver on its original city-shaping vision.
Former convent is the ulimate hotel for book lovers
Published: July 24, 2026 19:00
Beneath vaulted stone archways is a lounge encased by paperback-lined walls. In fact, the boutique stay is home to a remarkable 85,000 books.
âFar too presidentialâ: Does SA premier Peter Malinauskas have his sights set on something else?
Published: July 24, 2026 19:00
Heâs Australiaâs most successful state leader, and his political influence spreads far beyond South Australia.
âIt is remarkableâ: NSW regional towns where house prices rose most
Published: July 24, 2026 19:00
Regional NSW houses prices nudged downwards recently, but most areas remain more expensive than a year ago. Cost-conscious buyers are fuelling demand.
âMillimetres from being left a quadriplegicâ: How Tigers debutant defied doctors
Published: July 24, 2026 19:00
Javon Andrews will make his debut for the Wests Tigers on Saturday, five years after doctors feared he would never play again.
Australiaâs highest non-alpine lodge will leave you on a high
Published: July 24, 2026 19:00
Up here weâre surrounded by the scent of eucalypts and song of bellbirds; if the aim is to have you relax, it seems to happen almost immediately.
The unexpected Victorian tree-change towns where house prices soared
Published: July 24, 2026 19:00
House price growth in regional Victoria has slowed, but some areas are 20 per cent more expensive than a year ago.
By milling its own flour, this local bakery doesnât just make better bread, it builds stronger communities
Published: July 24, 2026 17:00
Miller + Bakerâs popularity is good news for all, from the Northbridge local around the corner to the farmer in the Wheatbelt.
Netanyahu, Zelensky to meet Trump at White House, attend senatorâs funeral
Published: July 24, 2026 16:30
The Israeli and Ukrainian leaders are each scheduled to meet with US President Donald Trump in Washington and attend Republican senator Lindsey Grahamâs funeral.
âThis is my last decisionâ: LeBron James heading to 76ers
Published: July 24, 2026 16:01
The NBAâs all-time leading scorer said he was âexcited to energise a new fan base and start this incredible journey one last timeâ in Philadelphia.
Test your general knowledge with the Good Weekend quiz
Published: July 24, 2026 13:59
Trivia buffs: can you get a perfect score in the interactive superquiz?
No Danger of the Cats fading away: Geelong stand strong on a night of injury drama
Published: July 24, 2026 12:44
The victory reinforces the Catsâ status as one of the AFLâs leading premiership fancies, particularly given the way they wrestled momentum from the in-form Demons. Yet the win was not without concern.
NRL Highlights: Rabbitohs v Storm - Round 21
Published: July 24, 2026 12:29
The South Sydney Rabbitohs take on the Melbourne Storm in Round 21 of the 2026 NRL Premiership at Accor Stadium, Sydney.
Souths pinch win via Graham
Published: July 24, 2026 12:26
South Sydney steal victory at the death through a Campbell Graham try.
Concern as Bunnies star goes down the tunnel
Published: July 24, 2026 11:50
Marlee Silva provides an update on Rabbitohs star Brandon Smith after he was forced up the tunnel with a calf concern.
Man arrested after two women sexually assaulted in Hoppers Crossing attacks
Published: July 24, 2026 11:42
A 39-year-old has been taken into custody following two frightening sexual assaults in Melbourne's west.
Police officer shot, rushed to hospital as suburb locked down
Published: July 24, 2026 11:10
As of 9pm, police remain on the scene and are attempting to engage with the man.
Grant gutted after hamstring blow
Published: July 24, 2026 11:01
Melbourne captain Harry Grant suffers a hamstring injury in a clash with South Sydney.
DCE ices Roosters win as Knights lose Lucas, Brown to serious injuries
Published: July 24, 2026 10:58
A Daly Cherry-Evans match-clinching field goal and a treble from James Tedesco propelled the Sydney Roosters to a thrilling 23-22 win over an injury-smashed Newcastle.
Sua brilliance sets up teammate
Published: July 24, 2026 10:46
Sualauvi Fa'alogo sets up a try for Siulagi Tuimalatu-Brown with some outstanding work in attack.
Big Stefano stuns Souths with 'monstrous' run
Published: July 24, 2026 10:46
Stefano Utoikamanu thunders through the South Sydney defence to set up a try for Oryn Keeley.
Wighton goes over
Published: July 24, 2026 10:31
South Sydney gun Jack Wighton scores against Melbourne.
NRL Highlights: Knights v Roosters - Round 21
Published: July 24, 2026 10:28
The Newcastle Knights host the Sydney Roosters in Round 21 of the 2026 NRL Premiership at McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle.
Bunnies star burrows over
Published: July 24, 2026 10:25
Campbell Graham takes a dip from dummy-half and scores.
Brisbaneâs ritziest food festival shows that hospitality still has a major gender problem
Published: July 24, 2026 10:25
Itâs jarring in 2026 that an event should have an all-male chef line-up, but here we are. Still, itâs time we tackled the industryâs sausage fest issue.
40-storey office tower to be built next to Brisbaneâs GPO
Published: July 24, 2026 10:16
The building will include an unusual public âcity roomâ on the ground floor, and replace the existing Edison Exchange.
AFL LIVE: Dees, Cats off to a high-octane start; Geelong assistant speaks on Blues, Dons roles
Published: July 24, 2026 10:13
Melbourne are out to defend their perfect record at the MCG this year as they take on Chris Scottâs side. Follow along live.
Transgender Perth prisoner at the centre of legal showdown
Published: July 24, 2026 10:10
Western Australiaâs gender laws are being tested through the courts after a male criminal who transitioned behind bars fights to be moved to a womenâs prison.
Knights $13m man goes down injured
Published: July 24, 2026 10:02
Dylan Brown is helped off the field after suffering a knee injury against the Roosters.
Footy star's message to HSC Class of 2026
Published: July 24, 2026 10:00
Tiana Penitani Gray is the Sharks NRLW captain and national representative player. Her HSC advice to students is to look after yourself and not overthink it.
Melbourne cannot lose its cherished sense of place
Published: July 24, 2026 10:00
Readers respond to recent development proposals for Melbourne, which they say will change the city.
Captain, commentator, coach: The life Tiana never could have seen for herself during her HSC
Published: July 24, 2026 10:00
A pro rugby sevens career split her HSC across two years but with support,Tiana Penitani Gray was able to do it all.
Staffer told not to take notes during âunorthodoxâ meeting about toxic soil
Published: July 24, 2026 09:55
The first week of a defamation trial more than seven years in the making that has embroiled politicians, journalists and a Perth property developer has concluded.
Five of Sydneyâs best homes that have stood the test of time
Published: July 24, 2026 09:45
Thereâs something special about an older home, one from a different era, with a sense of timelessness, character, history, good bones, and quality workmanship.
Police investigate after APY Lands man, 23, dies during Adelaide arrest
Published: July 24, 2026 09:32
An investigation is under way after a 23-year-old man died during his arrest on West Terrace.
Crows force fans to behave after relentless booing of Isaac Quaynor
Published: July 24, 2026 09:32
Adelaide Crows chief executive Tim Silvers has slammed sections of the home crowd who targeted Collingwood defender Isaac Quaynor during a heated clash at Adelaide Oval.
NRL LIVE updates: Top-eight race hots up as Rabbitohs face Storm
Published: July 24, 2026 09:30
South Sydney could slip out of the top eight with a loss against a Melbourne side pushing to get back into finals contention. Follow the action as it happens.
From Wallabies to Waratahs? Schmidt emerges as option for a NSW coaching role
Published: July 24, 2026 09:30
Rugby Australia are on the hunt for a new Waratahs coach after Dan McKellarâs exit. One unusual option being considered could involve Joe Schmidt shifting to Daceyville.
Teacher pay dispute to drag on as negotiations stall in wake of strike
Published: July 24, 2026 09:30
Talks between the government and the education union are deadlocked following Thursdayâs strike, which drew some 20,000 protesting educators to the cityâs streets.
Uber blasts laws as itâs forced to reinstate banned driver
Published: July 24, 2026 09:30
Twelve complaints against the driver alleged spitting, swearing, inappropriate touching and speeding, but the Fair Work Commission found Uber failed to prove the behaviour.
Five of the best homes in Melbourne that have stood the test of time
Published: July 24, 2026 09:30
Thereâs something special about an older home, with a sense of timelessness, character and history. Here are our top picks.
Queer venueâs closure signals religionâs enduring clout
Published: July 24, 2026 09:30
In 1970, I spent a week in prison after dressing as a nun to protest against censorship. The battle continues â as the Divine Playhouse folk have found out.
Chad Warner reveals why he keeps investing in the Sydney Swans
Published: July 24, 2026 09:30
The 25-year-old has been open about the pull of returning to Perth, but he has built strong roots in the harbour city and is a key part of the Swansâ push towards a flag.
New multimillion-dollar deal brings major boost to AUKUS
Published: July 24, 2026 09:27
The Albanese government's latest commitment to the AUKUS submarine program has brought a multibillion-dollar boost to the deal.
Hoppers Crossing
Published: July 24, 2026 09:24
Man arrested after two women sexually assaulted in Hoppers Crossing attacks A 39-year-old has been taken into custody following two frightening sexual assaults in Melbourne's west.
Revealed: What really happened at the PMâs secretive Point Piper dinner
Published: July 24, 2026 09:20
There were baked garlic scallops for starters, chocolate cake with mixed berries for dessert and a storm over just how much the evening would cost.
Man charged over AI deepfake poster campaign targeting women
Published: July 24, 2026 08:33
The accused allegedly superimposed women's faces onto explicit images and distributed posters naming them as sex workers.
Queensland on high alert after first suspected H5 bird flu case
Published: July 24, 2026 08:32
Final testing is under way after a dead petrel washed up on Moreton Island returned a suspected positive result for H5 bird flu.
Great Barrier Reef dodges UNESCO 'in danger' list
Published: July 24, 2026 08:31
The Great Barrier Reef has dodged UNESCO's "in danger" list, but experts warn it still remains under threat.
The inside story of why Adam Doueihi refused to play for Wests Tigers
Published: July 24, 2026 08:27
The Tigers veteran has seen a lot in his time at Leichhardt â much of it bad. He hopes his bombshell decision to stand down leads to long-overdue change.
Former Gold Coast teacher charged over AI deepfake child exploitation material
Published: July 24, 2026 08:27
Police are investigating after explicit AI-generated material was allegedly discovered on a work computer belonging to a former A.B. Paterson College teacher.
'Violent' step leaves Knights stunned as Tedesco scores
Published: July 24, 2026 08:27
James Tedesco cruises under the goalposts with ease to score the Roosters' first try against the Knights.
One dead, another injured after vehicle collision at Moranbah mine site
Published: July 24, 2026 08:26
One worker has died and another has been hospitalised following a serious vehicle crash at the Peak Downs coal mine in Queensland's Bowen Basin.
Trump hits Australian exports with fresh tariffs
Published: July 24, 2026 08:23
Donald Trump has hit Australian exports with fresh tariffs, the US president lumping us in with Russia and China for not doing enough to combat modern slavery.
One of NSWâs most wanted men arrested at Sydney Airport
Published: July 24, 2026 08:22
One of NSWâs most wanted men is in custody after police arrested him at Sydney International Airport.
Major win for school principal who posted inflammatory anti-Zionist messages
Published: July 24, 2026 08:22
A principal who stood down after anti-Zionist comments on social media hit the spotlight after the Bondi Beach massacre has had a major legal win.
Furious KPMG boss expels senior partner over confidential documents in locker
Published: July 24, 2026 08:19
KPMG has fired one of its most senior executives with immediate effect, after a core whistleblower allegation concerning confidential customer data was confirmed to be true.
Commonwealth Games 2026 LIVE: Lani Pallister and Mia Hogan to headline swimming; Hani Watson hunts para powerlifting gold
Published: July 24, 2026 08:19
Follow along for live updates from day one of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
The mysterious âbaby-facedâ Chinese billionaire who sent markets into a panic
Published: July 24, 2026 08:15
Itâs getting increasingly hard for the 34-year-old co-founder of Moonshot to remain in the shadows.
âAre we going to be safe?â: Julian Leeser tells of his sonâs fears
Published: July 24, 2026 08:05
The Jewish Liberal MP has fought back tears as he described to the antisemitism royal commission the impact of the Bondi terror attack on his own child.
Labor promises conscience vote in debate over telehealth for assisted dying
Published: July 24, 2026 07:41
Voluntary assisted dying was the only issue that had attracted official dissenting remarks on the conference floor by Friday afternoon.
Another six racing stables to face the heat over breast cancer drug charges
Published: July 24, 2026 07:37
Racing Victoria stewards released the names of new group of trainers charged with formestane positives.
Socceroos young gun joins Bundesliga side
Published: July 24, 2026 06:36
Paul Okon-Engstler announces he has signed with German Bundesliga club FC Köln.
Alleged affair could help solve mystery of murdered mother as reward doubled to $500,000
Published: July 24, 2026 06:33
Dianne Angwinâs housemate said she was woken in her bed after midnight by an armed man moments before the stabbing.
Trump threatens Iran as oil prices continue to spike
Published: July 24, 2026 06:27
Trump has issued more threats to Iran regarding tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, which continue to spike global oil prices.
Labor endorse longstanding Greens policy at national conference
Published: July 24, 2026 06:27
Labor delegates have endorsed what's been a longstanding Greens policy at their national conference in Adelaide.
Hunting the hunters
Published: July 24, 2026 06:25
Inside the feral cat eradication on Kangaroo Island
Socceroos star allegedly tests positive for cocaine while driving in Sydney
Published: July 24, 2026 06:22
Young Socceroos star Cristian Volpato has allegedly tested positive for cocaine while driving in Sydney.
âStunned by the interventionâ: NSW minister under fire over payment to Labor-linked carer
Published: July 24, 2026 06:18
A former senior official at a Catholic not-for-profit says staff raised concerns when the minister intervened to clear the debt of a Labor-linked foster carer.
Aurum extends West African gold resource potential
Published: July 24, 2026 06:13
Aurum Resources has extended gold mineralisation at its BDT2 deposit outside the current estimated resource envelope at its 3.22M ounce Boundiali project in West Africa.
âThey want to destroy himâ: Stefanie Catalano claims police want to damage her millionaire husband
Published: July 24, 2026 06:01
The wife of businessman Antony Catalano has lodged a complaint saying police have shown no regard for how assault charges would affect the pairâs children.
Which new books are worth your time? Our critics decide
Published: July 24, 2026 06:00
Ten new fiction and non-fiction releases and whether you should buy, borrow, or skip them.
Happy 100th birthday to the worldâs most loveable teddy bear
Published: July 24, 2026 06:00
Pants off, honey at the ready! Itâs time to celebrate wise old Winnie.
Is Helen DeWitt the literary messiah weâve been waiting for?
Published: July 24, 2026 06:00
After nearly two decades, the manuscript known to fans only as âthe PDFâ has been published.
âUp not outâ: The new plan that sets out to solve Perthâs density dilemma
Published: July 24, 2026 05:52
The state government has announced the approval of its Station Precincts Improvement Plan which aims to unlock more homes within walking distance of train stations.
Ed Husic references genocide, apartheid claims as he pushes Labor to take harder line on Israel
Published: July 24, 2026 05:51
Foreign Minister Penny Wong is scrambling to shepherd through a compromise position, but a former cabinet colleague is calling for tougher language.
We know the Panthers are good. But this key factor explains why theyâre so far ahead of the pack
Published: July 24, 2026 05:50
Penrith are in better shape than ever in one crucial area â and itâs one that frequently helps decide premierships.
Forrestania nails high-grade WA gold at British Hill
Published: July 24, 2026 05:49
Forrestania Resources has hit high-grade gold at its British Hill project, including 1m at22.98 g/t, as it builds a new WA gold production business around its recent Edna May acquisition.
Aussie star says she was scared to reveal her Jewish identity at the Olympics. Now sheâs found her voice again
Published: July 24, 2026 05:40
Jemima Montagâs sport gave her a voice, which she proudly used to honour her family and her Jewish heritage. That all changed in the lead-up to the Paris Games.
Transgender inmateâs transfer case opens up questions on gender laws, safety in WA prisons
Published: July 24, 2026 04:18
The WA government has mounted a legal bid to stop an inmate who has transitioned to female while incarcerated in a menâs prison from transferring to a womenâs jail.
US gas expert takes helm at TMK Energyâs Mongolian project
Published: July 24, 2026 04:05
TMK Energy has appointed US gas expert Steve Skinner COO. Skinner, also a fresh investor, will lead the charge to commercialise its giant Mongolian gas project.
Woman charged with motorcyclistâs shooting murder after bizarre crash scene
Published: July 24, 2026 04:02
A man was found to have injuries inconsistent with a crash after police were called to a road accident in January 2024.
Inside Comic-Con's hot ticket, the Paramount Lodge
Published: July 24, 2026 03:58
Comic-Con's Paramount Lodge is full of surprises, plus indoor cattle rustling at Dutton Ranch, vintage Mad Magazines and the inside running peek at Comic-Con's "preview" night for 2026.
Patriot extends Zambia copper discovery corridor to 5.5km
Published: July 24, 2026 03:55
Patriot Resources has added two new drill targets to its Zambia copper play, stretching its Tonic discovery corridor out to 5.5km long in the fertile Mumbwa-Kitumba belt.
Australia backs trade position in face of âunjustifiedâ new US tariffs
Published: July 24, 2026 03:51
Australia has voiced its disappointment but boasted of its trade position after it was hit with a new round of tariffs by the Trump administration.
Johnny Depp makes surprise appearance at Comic-Con
Published: July 24, 2026 03:42
Dressed as his latest character Ebenezer Scrooge, and emerging from a building with a Victorian facade, Johnny Depp surprised and delighted fans at Comic-Con.
Australia throws $4.6 billion more at AUKUS shipyard
Published: July 24, 2026 03:42
The federal and South Australian governments have thrown an extra $4.6 billion at the construction of an AUKUS shipyard.
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