Sydney Morning Herald Digest
Daily News • Tuesday, 27 January 2026
$5b of incorrect age pension payments revealed as seniors left waiting
There were $5 billion in incorrect payments made in three years, with more than 70 per cent overpayments, according to a scathing auditor-general’s report.
Australia news LIVE: Ley’s allies confident she will remain Liberal leader; Hastie appears to make pitch for job
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Victoria heatwave LIVE: State swelters under worst conditions since Black Saturday; fire threatens Great Ocean Road
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WA news LIVE: WA school teacher admits sexually abusing student, having his baby
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The latest illustrations from artist Simon Letch
Gallery of illustrations by the Sydney Morning Herald artist.
Australian Open 2026 LIVE updates: Zverev, Sabalenka, Aussie duo into semi-finals; de Minaur set for Alcaraz blockbuster
Alex De Minaur plays world No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz as the quarter-finals begin. Follow live.
Its gold, gold, gold for Rio2 Ltd
Rio2 Ltd has made the giant leap from developer to producer after its first commercial gold pour at the company’s Fenix gold mine in Chile has placed it on an annual trajectory of between 60,000 and 70,000 ounces.
Australian Open Highlights: Alexander Zverev vs Learner Tien
Watch the match highlights between Elena Rybakina & Elise Mertens in the quarterfinals of the 2026 Australian Open.
Australian Open Highlights: Aryna Sabalenka vs Iva Jovic
Watch the match highlights between Aryna Sabalenka vs Iva Jovic in the quarterfinals of the 2026 Australian Open.
How blended families can avoid messy will disputes
Without a clear estate plan, your final gifts to loved ones may be soured by disputes and disappointment.
Litchfield targets high-grade manganese in NT
Litchfield Minerals will use detailed aerial geophysics to target multiple manganese occurrences at its Lucy Creek prospect in the NT.
Accused Russian spy seeks release from custody in Brisbane
Prosecutors plan to oppose bail for former Australian soldier Kira Korolev, who allegedly instructed her partner on how to access ADF systems.
Minneapolis shootings: Trump’s America lapses into authoritarianism
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Fintech Raiz hits $2bn under management as new products surge
Raiz Invest has topped $2.1b in funds under management as new products surge, with AI tools and upcoming US share trading set to drive the fintech’s next growth phase.
The Aussie duo impressing Iverson
Allen Iverson reveals the two Australian NBA stars that have caught his eye in recent seasons.
Zverev shows class in quarter-final win
Alexander Zverev wins the fourth-set tiebreak and the match against Learner Tien to book a semi-final spot.
‘Trophy or nothing’: Forget the bling, the endorsements and the millions, Aryna only cares for one thing
With her fourth consecutive Australian Open final within reach, Sabalenka has moderated her definition of success.
Tips and race-by-race preview for Kembla Grange on Wednesday
All the information you need for a six-race meet at Kembla Grange.
Gelding primed for another top outing for Waugh
Trainer Kim Waugh produced Bondasong for a debut outing at Gosford on January 17 and the galloper handled horrendous conditions to score a runaway win as a $1.50 favourite.
More baggage, fewer expectations: How Gen X is redefining love in midlife.
Raising children, caring for ageing parents, nursing the wounds of a broken relationship: The quest for love has never been harder in the modern age. So what’s it like for our midlife Gen X-ers?