Articles – Celebrity obituaries & Australian stories

A tribute to 8 Legends of Rugby League

Rugby league has been a consequential part of life in most Australian homes since it started back in 1908.

Rocket scientist had his eyes on the stars

It is probably not surprising that a young lad in New Zealand on a dairy farm would be interested in astronomy.

A tribute to Sir Ian Holm

This World Parkinson's Day we pay tribute to British actor, Sir Ian Holm. Best known for roles in Lord of the Rings, Chariots of Fire, Fifth Element and Alien

End of an era: Queen’s husband Prince Philip dies aged 99

The Duke of Edinburgh has died at the age of 99, Buckingham Palace has confirmed, after he was taken to hospital in London feeling “unwell”.

A tribute to Orson Welles

His opus remains Citizen Kane, widely regarded as one of the greatest films of all time, often topping critics’ lists, and rightfully so.

A tribute to Sister Elizabeth Kenny

Sister Elizabeth Kenny profoundly changed the lives of polio sufferers and helped advance rehabilitation medicine.