EXCLUSIVECostello lobs super grenade
2:09AMAdam CreightonPeter Costello argues that the billions of dollars in workers’ contributions should be invested by the government.
EXCLUSIVEJudge criticised over DPP row
2:18AMNICOLA BERKOVIC, SIMON BENSONSenior legal figures have rounded on former Victorian chief justice Marilyn Warren.
Don’t use Constitution as weapon
12:00AMROSIE LEWISThe Constitution could be used as a political weapon to take down opponents, the federal government has warned.
Mental health a national emergency
1:44AMTROY BRAMSTONPolitical convulsions like Brexit, fake news and the election of Trump have exposed individuals to the age of anxiety.
ABC forced to disclose stars’ pay
12:47AMSAM BUCKINGHAM-JONESThe ABC will have to disclose the identities of its highest-paid stars by the end of next month, after a request from the government.
EXCLUSIVEStuds ready to stop mine, again
12:00AMANDREW CLENNELL, SAM BUCKINGHAM-JONESThe NSW government is once again considering approving a mine that Coolmore stud says would threaten its viability.
Allies for Antarctic marine park
12:00AMMATTHEW DENHOLMAustralia and France are making a bid to create an Antarctic marine park. But will they overcome opposition from China and Russia?
EXCLUSIVE$1m bill for soldier sex ops
12:00AMJOE KELLYThe Australian Defence Force has charged taxpayers more than $1 million to pay for sex change surgeries.
exclusiveYes benefits from tax deductions
7:44PMJOE KELLYThe Yes campaign is benefiting from tax-deductible donations to help fund its push to win the gay marriage survey.
EXCLUSIVEWestpac life insurance ‘ripoff’
12:00AMANTHONY KLANWestpac sold its own customers overpriced life insurance products, a class action legal case alleges.
China hungry for investment
Matt ChambersMMG boss Jerry Jiao says China’s One Belt, One Road plan and the push for electric cars will fuel commodities growth.
Energy reserve short of target
ANDREW WHITEThe Australian Energy Market Operator is racing to secure 800MW of back-up capacity for the national power market.
Scramble to find new ASIC chair
Ben ButlerThe government’s process to appoint a new head of the corporate regulator is in disarray.
Reforms give ASIC bite
John DurieIn an exclusive exit interview ASIC chair Greg Medcraft cites industry funding as key reforms at the regulator.
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In cancer fight, thank Gardasil
RACHEL BAXENDALEAn upgraded Gardasil vaccine and its free administration will greatly benefit countless men and women.
Akiima on fast catwalk to fame
GLYNIS TRAILL-NASHSouth Sudanese model Akiima left Adelaide five months ago. Now she is back as a supermodel in waiting.
When children become carers
CLARA PIRANIEarly communication is key when planning for the care of elderly mums and dads.
The measure of a robust system
SEAN PARNELLFor all its faults, Australia’s health system is world class.
Xenophon’s party under fire
JOE KELLYNick Xenophon’s party could be in trouble if the High Court finds the senator was inelgible to stand for parliament.
Don’t use Constitution as weapon
ROSIE LEWISThe Constitution could be used as a political weapon to take down opponents, the federal government has warned.
Palmer’s fight for asset control
Sarah ElksClive Palmer is locked in a desperate legal battle to keep control of his $200 million worth of assets.
A test for ‘good faith’ talks
STEPHEN FITZPATRICKA keystone of native title law risks becoming meaningless in a high-stakes court battle.
Africa seeks help to fight ISIS
PRIMROSE RIORDANNiger’s President Mahamadou Issoufou has called for Australia to contribute funds to a new multinational military force to tackle Islamist militants in Africa.
Trump to unwind Obamacare
An executive order signed by Donald Trump will begin the process of unwinding Obamacare.
Russia used popular tool to spy
Shane Harris, Gordon LuboldRussia used a popular antivirus software to secretly scan computers around the world for US secrets.
Water fears over Jakarta rulers
Amanda Hodge, Nivell RaydaJakarta’s water supply looms as a test for the new governor and his deputy when they take office on Monday.
‘Bottlenecks every day’
SIMONE FOX KOOBMelbourne is Australia’s fastest growing city and the strain on resources is being felt most in outer suburbs.
England told to expect chin music
Peter LalorThe Ashes war of words is well under way with Pat Cummins telling England’s batsmen to get in all the practice they can against the short ball.
Horn our most inspirational
Nicole JefferyHumble Brisbane schoolteacher Jeff Horn has become the most inspirational athlete in the land.
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Through the minefield
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Heart of gold
WILL SWANTON
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Seeing the light
SUVI MAHONEN
At its simplest, it's a bucket lined with bulbs. But light therapy is bringing hope to Parkinson's sufferers.
A first time for everything
John LethleanNever, as far as I can recall, have I actually thrown up in a restaurant. At the table. Until now.
Charging into the future
Philip KingStill reeling from the “Dieselgate” scandal, automakers are racing to put some of these electric car designs on the road as early as 2019.
Beyond the vines
Chip Le GrandA two-day jaunt through premium wine and food country on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula. Where to eat, stay and imbibe?
Hello darkness, my old friend
Nikki GemmellI go to sleep wearing an eye mask. There’s too much light leaking into the velvety dark and it doesn’t feel healthy.
Facebook’s billion-user VR goal
Betsy MorrisMark Zuckerberg has set an ambitious target for virtual reality and wants to ensure the technology is “a force for good”.
Youth targeted in shake-up
SEAN PARNELLGreg Hunt has unveiled the biggest reforms to health insurance in decades.
Fully cultured kick-off
VICTORIA LAURIESporting culture won’t be the only attraction for the crowds flocking to the new Perth Stadium.
‘I will not tolerate it’
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- Show of unity ends in crash
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- The awkward question on climate
- Sanctimony comes back to bite
- Judge criticised over DPP row
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Wrong way to exercise a right
Henry ErgasMisleading plebiscites deepen divides, and Australia’s marriage equality survey fits the bill.
Drawing the line the hard part
CHRIS MERRITTJudge James Edelman used his best deadpan delivery yesterday when he interrupted Solicitor-General Stephen Donaghue.
The West is looking for leaders
Graham RichardsonThere is no one even on the horizon to offer us, the US and Britain much hope.
We’re out of here
MICHAEL SEXTONIndependence votes by Kurds and Catalans are giving Iraq and Spain a splitting headache.
Innovation patent loss to hit SMEs
MICHAEL WILLIAMSThe federal government’s decision to abolish the innovation patent system is a bad idea.
Planes, animals don’t always mix
Joseph WheelerWhat do 18 cattle found dead on an aircraft on arrival in China and a plane colliding with a kangaroo have in common?
Credlin’s enemies pop up
And there are several new moves to celebrate Australia’s greatest military figure.
When the luck runs out
Paul BloxhamWithout economic reform, Australia’s ‘unique talent’ for avoiding recessions may wear thin.
We need an education in wisdom
PAUL MORRISSEYThe Australian school system needs to return to an emphasis on the foundations of wisdom and a love of learning.
Light years ahead
Julian TompkinAt 85, German artist Gerhard Richter feels time is running out. A GOMA show lets locals audiences share his vision.
Run back to the future
DAVID STRATTONBlade Runner 2049 is an impressive cinematic achievement and it would be rewarding to go back for a second viewing.
Self-made man
SOFIA GRONBECH WRIGHTFor a man who studied economics and public policy at uni, Joep Beving has quite a following as a classical musician.
The chameleon
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The suite spot
Take a tour of the most luxurious accommodation the major cruise lines have to offer.
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Dutton believes 'yes' vote will win00:24:03
Senior Liberal Peter Dutton says he believes the 'yes' vote will prevail in the same sex marriage survey.
Dutton believes 'yes' vote will win
Senior Liberal Peter Dutton says he believes the 'yes' vote will prevail in the same sex marriage survey.
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