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Drugs
'Astonishing' number of strokes caused by drugs
Young Australian drug users are shifting towards higher purity ecstasy, and cocaine use is at its highest level ever recorded, a new report shows.
- by Kate Aubusson
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Rare study sheds lights on accidental pregnancies
Hundreds of thousands of women could be falling pregnant unintentionally, raising questions about contraception.
- by Aisha Dow
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Victorian election
Poll: Andrews edges clear of Guy as state election nears
Labor is ahead of the Coalition by virtually the same margin with which it won the 2014 election.
- by Adam Carey
Tributes flow for Cheltenham crash victim Paige Dent
The father of a young woman who died in a horror car smash has paid tribute to his daughter.
- by Benjamin Millar & Matilda Boseley
Limousine crashes in New York state, killing 20
Local reports said the limousine was carrying a wedding party when it collided with another vehicle.
Mokbel's ex in backpacker hostel building feud
Danielle McGuire is embroiled in a $750,000 legal dispute with two builders over a St Kilda hostel.
- by Cameron Houston & Chris Vedelago
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Melbourne
It will be warmest day since April as spring rolls in at last
But don't get too comfy. The temperature will plummet again this week, with 19 on Tuesday and 16 for Wednesday.
- by Robyn Grace
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Opinion & Perspectives
Trump is wrong - the rage is real
There is a groundswell of anger among American women. Whether it results in substantive change remains to be seen.
Nicole Hemmer
There's a dressing down as mould takes its toll
I have a theory that the colder the climate, the more attention is paid to fashion.
Amelia Lester
Opera House promotion was always going to be good for Sydney
Call me naive, but I didn’t expect there would such a reaction to us using the Opera House sails for 10 minutes.
Peter V'landys
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Crime
Man charged with murder of young mother in Ballarat
- by Rachael Dexter, Ben Hopkins & Erin Pearson
Victoria
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AFL
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West Coast Eagles
Gaff to stay at West Coast after turning down North offer
West Coast midfielder Andrew Gaff appears to have decided to reject North Melbourne's lucrative contract offer and remain with the Eagles.
- by Michael Gleeson
To sign, or not to sign? Who's out of contract at your AFL club
As trade period gets underway on Monday these are the players your club is still yet to commit to.
- by Anthony Colangelo
Kennett says Clarkson is 'exception to the rule', lauds Russell's work
- by Anthony Colangelo & Jake Niall
Politics
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Mental health
Commission to examine mental health spending in wake of suicide crisis
The top advisory body will look at "whether the current investment in mental health is delivering value for money".
- by Michael Koziol
World
Property bydomain
'Which homes stand the test of time': The features of a great building
For today's new builds, there's growing awareness of the importance of sustainability.
- by Elicia Murray
The Melbourne locale that rhymes with souvlaki ... after a few ouzos
This south-eastern suburb is an epicentre of Hellenic life in the biggest Greek city in the world outside Greece.
- by Larissa Dubecki
Business
Big four bank chiefs to face parliamentary grilling
Bank chief executives this week face a public grilling that is likely to scrtunise how a sales-driven culture was allowed to take hold in the industry.
- by Clancy Yeates
Small business
Entertainment
Is it time for Michael Buble to loosen up a little?
The Canadian crooner lifts dreary night at the football stadium
- by Sarah Thomas
Stars get set to mount a rally for Shoals at The Everest
Swim star Ian Thorpe dives into a different sort of race.
- by Helen Pitt
Lifestyle
Opinion
Sex & relationships
Stu Laundy is every reluctant divorcee I have ever dated
- by Kerri Sackville
Smarter living
Ask Noel: what is the tax payable on a gift?
Personal finance expert Noel Whittaker answers your questions.
- by Noel Whittaker
How to deal with the start of pesky pollen season
Pollen season is upon us, but there are ways those with an allergy to pollen can fight back.
- by Dr Cathy Stephenson
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Sport
Lyon spins up a breakthrough, but Aussies struggle to contain Pakistan
Captain Tim Paine got his wish with both teams shaking hands before play, but Pakistan was soon dominating his bowlers on day one in Dubai.
- by Jon Pierik
Aaron Ramsey wonder goal stuns Fulham, Chelsea beat Southampton
Aaron Ramsey produced a contender for goal of the season to underline why he will be such a loss if he leaves Arsenal at the end of the season.
