Scores
  • Premier Cup FT Riverside FC2 Northgate United1
  • Premier Cup LIVE 67' Harbor City1 Westfield Rovers1
  • Premier Cup FT Oakmont0 Lakeside Athletic3
  • Premier Cup 20:45 Port Ashby Kingsbridge
  • Basketball League FT Eastvale Tigers88 Summit Hawks84
  • National League Sat 15:00 Redwood Rangers Silverton Stars
LATEST
Megan Parker

Journalist · National

Megan Parker

Domestic politics and the region.

In the newsroom since 2026 National · Travel

33 articles

Tall border fence running along a desert road at sunset Analysis

Border fence debate returns as new figures show crossings falling, not rising

A southern republic will vote on extending its desert fence by 300 kilometers, but official data show irregular crossings fell by almost a quarter last year.

Sep 19, 2026 Waterfront promenade lined with palm trees and skyscrapers at golden hour Travel guide

Dubai in the cool season: a long weekend of waterfronts, souks and desert

From November to March, temperatures drop into the comfortable twenties, the best time to explore the city's promenades, old quarter and dunes on foot.

Sep 18, 2026 Aerial view of a coastal city with a very tall tower and a palm-shaped island in the sea Travel tips

Why stopovers are back: how to turn a long layover into a mini holiday

More airlines let travelers break long journeys for a night or two at little or no extra cost, turning a dull connection into a bonus city break.

Sep 16, 2026 Brown bear walking through a shallow river in an autumn forest Wildlife

Bears seen near villages around Greywater: what to do if you meet one on a trail

Rangers have recorded 14 sightings close to homes this autumn as bears feed heavily before winter. Experts explain how to stay safe.

Sep 15, 2026 Huge waves crashing against dark cliffs under a stormy sky Weather warning

Storm surge warning for the coast: what to expect over the next two days

Forecasters expect water levels up to 1.3 meters above a normal high tide in Port Alden. Ferries are suspended and the seafront road will close tonight.

Sep 12, 2026 Yellow taxi driving across a large suspension bridge toward a city skyline at dusk Travel guide

Five days in New York on a budget: what to skip and what’s worth the money

Free ferries, bridge walks and neighborhood food beat overpriced viewpoints. Here is how to spend smart in one of the world's priciest cities.

Sep 9, 2026 Frightened mother holding her child in an airplane seat during turbulence Aviation

Severe turbulence injures 14 passengers on long-haul flight: why it is happening more often

A sudden drop over the ocean injured 14 people on a long-haul flight of Coastline Air. Scientists say clear-air turbulence is becoming more frequent.

Sep 7, 2026 Domed parliament building at dusk with flashing police lights in the foreground Budget

Budget passes by two votes after a tense late-night session in the National Assembly

Lawmakers approved next year's budget 76 to 74 just before midnight, as union members protested outside behind a police cordon.

Sep 6, 2026 Camera crews and reporters waiting outside a government building Coalition talks

Reporters wait past midnight as coalition budget talks in Riverton run late

Civic Union and Green Alliance negotiators spent 14 hours inside the government building without a final deal on next year's budget.

Sep 4, 2026