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How this woman helps challenge a 'dangerous' health stereotype
Dominique Lamb has a demanding job and is pregnant, but she still wakes up regularly at 5am to squeeze in a workout before heading to the office. Here's why.
- by Esther Han
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Premier pledges biggest transport spend in history
'Big, bold decisions': It's 100 days to the state election and Labor is already making its pitch to stay in government.
- by Benjamin Preiss
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'Immense tragedy': Motorway bridge collapses in Italy
Bridge partially collapsed in sudden, violent storm, leaving vehicles crushed and possibly 'dozens' dead.
Senator calls for 'final solution' on immigration
Fraser Anning lamented the demise of 'our predominately European identity' in an inflammatory maiden address.
- by Michael Koziol
More than a million workers 'short-changed' on sick leave
A Fair Work Commission ruling has upended the way sick leave is calculated opening way for huge back-pay claims.
- by Anna Patty
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Energy
MP had one strong remark. Everyone knew who it was for
Immense challenge facing the Turnbull government was put into words by one MP when she addressed her colleagues.
- by David Crowe
Accused child sex abuser 'fit for extradition hearing'
Malka Leifer, alleged to have abused students at a Melbourne girls' school, faces a new hearing in three months.
- by Gabrielle Weiniger
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Opinion & Perspectives
I'm relieved Melbourne's not the 'world's most liveable city'
The first time we won, the response from political leaders was euphoric, while the response from Age readers was "meh".
Clay Lucas
Why Coles misjudged the plastic bag backlash
The plastic bags fiasco was doomed from the start - it was a major renegotiation of supermarket's bargain with customers.
Lisa Hagan
Why I'm feeling a little bit MIFF-ed right now
I leaned across to my partner to make some remark or other, a quiet whisper. “No commentary please!” I heard from a voice.
Matt Holden
Melbourne
Tens of thousands to be stranded in the suburbs as bus strike looms
- by Timna Jacks & Adam Carey
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Carlton
Grey matters: Carlton may be locked into maligned clash jumper
Carlton may be forced into wearing their controversial grey clash guernsey in 2019 and beyond, despite the club’s best endeavours to renegotiate with Nike.
- by Sam McClure
AFL plans for priority pick applications from lowly Blues and Suns
Carlton and Gold Coast are likely to make applications to the AFL for priority draft picks at the end of the season.
- by Jake Niall
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Melbourne
Weideman in frame after Hogan ruled out for the year with foot injury
- by Ronny Lerner
Politics
Senator honours White Australia Policy in first speech
Katter's Australian Party Queensland senator Fraser Anning advocated a return to a race-based immigration program and a ban on all Muslim migrants.
- by Michael Koziol
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The Toorak penthouse that just smashed a price record
Furniture and all, the sale of this penthouse in Melbourne's most exclusive suburb has doubled the previous record price in Toorak.
- by Jim Malo
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17 Victorian towns and suburbs made famous in the movies
Film companies, local and international, can't get enough of Melbourne's gritty streets. But has your suburb made it big on the silver screen?
- by Melissa Heagney
Business
Nine slams Facebook over ads impersonating TV stars
Nine Entertainment Co has criticised Facebook for hosting fake advertisements imitating the network’s on-air talent.
- by Jennifer Duke
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Entertainment
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Netflix
Netflix failed to flag 'strong suicide themes' for 13 Reasons Why
The ratings watchdog overturned the streaming giant's original consumer advice.
- by Broede Carmody
Disney faces backlash over 'first ever gay character' casting
The studio has given the landmark role in its upcoming Jungle Cruise to straight UK comedian Jack Whitehall.
- by Robert Moran
Lifestyle
Smarter living
Lenders discount mortgage rates in public then hike in secret
Are discount lenders all a big con? Mine has hiked again.
- by Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon
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Phones
Five things you should know about Samsung’s Galaxy Note9
Amid the flashing lights and rockstar introductions, Samsung packed a lot into one launch.
- by Nicole Precel
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Australian Open
Emotions and resistance running hot ahead of Davis Cup vote
Even in a divided sport with a surplus of governing bodies, there is finally genuine consensus that the Davis Cup needs to change.
- by Christopher Clarey
Casper Ware, Josh Boone return to Melbourne for NBL title defence
NBA imports Casper Ware and Josh Boone will lead Melbourne United's charge title defence this NBL season.
- by Roy Ward