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'Our own people don't like us enough to vote for us': Libs at war after loss
MPs, candidates and top-ranking party officials are airing their grievances about the Liberals' humiliating election defeat.
- by Benjamin Preiss, Samantha Hutchinson & Sumeyya Ilanbey
Billionaire retailer walks away from Chapel Street
First he walked out on the Bourke Street mall, now he's saying goodbye to one of Melbourne's biggest shopping strips.
- by Patrick Hatch & Simon Johanson
'Hot days, sticky nights': A long, hot summer forecast for the city
As Melbourne and Victoria move out of one of the driest springs on record, the bureau has warned worse is yet to come.
- by Sumeyya Ilanbey
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Tragedy
'Our princess': Family pays tribute to eight-year-old who died after being hit by car
An eight-year old girl who died after being hit by a car on Thursday morning ran out in front of the vehicle, police believe. The girl was hit near a notoriously dangerous intersection in Melbourne's east.
- by Larissa Ham & Anthony Colangelo
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Leadership
Not governing, drowning: Government's self-inflicted triple whammy
The metaphor was almost too literal, writes Mark Kenny of the Coalition government's difficult week.
- by Mark Kenny
Trapper shot bear then found it had killed his family
Gjermund was almost home when he discovered the bodies. His partner and daughter had been mauled to death.
- by Cleve R. Wootson Jr
More than 250 cheating runners disqualified
Organisers of the half-marathon in China have vowed they will not be able to run away from punishment for their actions.
Dad finds burglar in his house. He didn't call the cops
New Zealander Mike Cammell noticed something was amiss when he arrived at his home after work.
- by Debbie Jamieson
Opinion
Melania Trump
Look, maybe this just isn't Melania's thing - that's fine
If everyone could just admit that Melania doesn't really want the job of first lady then we could accomplish two things.
- by Monica Hesse
Featured
Opinion & Perspectives
Politics
Adani announces coal mine construction will begin
The Indian mining giant says the company will entirely finance the works itself.
- by Nicole Hasham
World
Property bydomain
The historic Victorian town with an emerging foodie scene
This gold rush-inspired town may stop you in your tracks - and new purpose has been given to some of the heritage-listed Victorian architecture.
- by Kate Farrelly
'Completely unfair': The refinancing trap locking borrowers to lenders
Insurers are double dipping on one of the big hidden costs of buying a home, preventing home owners from switching to get a better deal.
- by David Ross
Business
'Ratchet up the mongrel': Bank regulator shows more teeth
APRA boss Wayne Byres says he will let its bank supervisory team off the leash.
- by Sarah Danckert
Billionaire retailer Lew walks away from Chapel Street
- by Patrick Hatch & Simon Johanson
Small business
Entertainment
'It's a blandfest': Samuel Johnson calls for 'more ugly people' on TV
"If you don't rock accents, have square jaws, and Liam Hemsworth's f---ing teeth, then you're gonna struggle."
- by Robert Moran
Analysis
ARIAs
ARIAs 2018: Nine puts the brakes on ratings slump - for now
But the awkward banter between Keith Urban and Sir Bob Geldof didn't sit well with viewers.
- by Broede Carmody
Lifestyle
Opinion
Domestic violence
National efforts to end family violence could draw from Victoria
- by Jane Gilmore
Smarter living
The 19-year-old prodigy that could save Australian tennis
Alex De Minaur has already become the youngest player since Nadal to reach two consecutive semi-finals.
- by Laura Hill
Spyro Reignited Trilogy review: a dwindling flame rekindled
This incredible remaster proves the little purple dragon's first three games are worthy of remembering, even if they haven't aged flawlessly.
- by Tim Biggs
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Sport
Open and shut case: Hayden says Khawaja should revert to No.3
Matthew Hayden would never second-guess his good mate and coach Justin Langer, but believes Usman Khawaja is our best batsman who should revert to No.3.
- by Christian Nicolussi
Bizarre club snap stumps John Senden as Marc Leishman hovers at PGA
The incident confounded viewers and rule experts as Leishman made a strong start in pursuit of his first major title on home soil.
- by Phil Lutton
Cricket
The Tonk: Clarke won't be heard or seen, at least in Australia
- by Andrew Wu & Christian Nicolussi
