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Warner's pain was palpable. But critics called it 'heavily stage-managed'
The disgraced cricketer cried and choked on his words as he apologised for the ball-tampering scandal. But what was really driving him?
- by Esther Han
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Hot Springs' fortunes running hot and cold
VCAT has ordered the hot springs to reinject more water into the aquifer, but has extended its water rights.
- by Madeleine Heffernan
Ruthless in defence: The Cardinal and the showman
From the first day the court door opened, the man hired to represent Cardinal George Pell has been on the attack.
- by Melissa Cunningham and Adam Cooper
Opinion
The Fitz Files
Why Australia needs Adam Gilchrist to steady the ship
In the modern cricketing era, Gilly is the exemplar of precisely the kind of good sportsmanship the country is hungry for.
- by Peter FitzSimons
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Sickening collision: Magpie suffers suspected broken leg
Tim Broomhead suffered a shocking injury at the MCG when he kicked the goalpost while trying to score a goal.
- by Peter Ryan
The school that teaches confidence and fixes teeth
A Melbourne school is enrolling entire families, offering playgroups, short courses and access to medical services.
- by Henrietta Cook
Kiwi polish: Is Jacinda Ardern the world's shiniest PM?
Young. Charismatic. Female. Throw in a pregnancy and it's no wonder the Kiwis are mad for their new leader. Can it last?
- by Amanda Hooton
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Australia has a wee problem that nobody's talking about
The toilet situation in this country is deplorable. Especially when you consider how many are affected by leaky bladders.
Wendy Squires
Foolish to exempt pensioners from Labor's dividend tax policy
The decision to exempt full and part pensioners from Labor's dividend tax policy could lead to perverse outcomes.
Noel Whittaker
You think your job's dangerous? Try being a writer
I didn’t want to play the whole “who’s got the more dangerous job” one-upping game but he kind of forced my hand.
Danny Katz
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Bankers for a gangster: How CBA helped the mafia
- by Nick McKenzie, Chris Vedelago and Cameron Houston
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Victorian election
Parliament in uproar over political 'ball tampering'
- by Clay Lucas and Benjamin Preiss
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Why Morris Iemma wants to lead the review into Australian cricket culture
- by Tom Decent
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Collingwood's Tim Broomhead breaks leg after kicking goal post
Collingwood forward Tim Broomhead suffered a broken leg after kicking the goal post at the MCG.
- by Peter Ryan
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AFL Live: Collingwood v GWS
It's Easter Saturday footy at its best. The twilight game is between Collingwood and GWS at the MCG.
- by Ronny Lerner
Politics
The message to Russia is clear, but it’s not over yet
Putin wants confrontation with the West, experts say. Britain has mustered impressive support, but is it enough?
- by David Wroe
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Fixing Foxtel: This man has the toughest job in Aussie media
Patrick Delany has TV and sport running through his veins. But will it be enough to save Foxtel from Netflix?
- by John McDuling and Jennifer Duke
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Move over Darth Vader, Ibrahim feels the force
Notorious family the Ibrahims are on the precipice of global fame with Hollywood calling.
- by Andrew Hornery
How Daniel Sloss found comedy in being groomed by an online paedophile
Scottish performer isn’t afraid of being controversial, offensive or crude.
The degustation of comedy is the finest way to start a festival
- by Nathanael Cooper
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Smarter living
A sleep expert's guide to handling the end of daylight savings
Winding back the clocks doesn't have to be a nightmare for parents.
- by Staff Writers
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Energy
Why discounts are bad for energy customers
Discounts on gas and electricity bills are leaving customers confused and often financially worse off.
- by Paul Geason
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Sport
'I apologise unreservedly': Warner breaks down over scandal
"To my team mates and support staff, I apologise for my actions and take full responsibility for my part on day three."
- by Tom Decent
Smith unaware until too late
Steve Smith was not aware of key elements of Australia's ball tampering plot until he saw the incident on the big screen, according to CA's investigation.
- by Andrew Wu
Ten storylines to follow at the Commonwealth Games
- by Phil Lutton and Michael Gleeson