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RBA plan for pay rises struggles as wages 'run out of puff'
The Reserve Bank's efforts to get wages growing faster are being weighed down as workers struggle to get extra hours, despite early signs the jobs market in parts of the country is starting to turn.
- by Shane Wright
Economic blow as ban on travel from China set to stretch into a fourth week
Australia is among the most exposed to the flow-on effects of the virus, warns a key ratings agency, with more trouble likely in retail, tourism and education.
- by Eryk Bagshaw
'Horrific incident': Mother dies in hospital after car fire kills three children, father
The Brisbane mother who escaped a car fire that killed her three children and their father has died from her injuries in a hospital, with police yet to confirm whether the deaths were murder-suicide.
- by Jocelyn Garcia, Matt Dennien and Lydia Lynch
Court action over new St Kevin's allegations
A former staff member filed a Federal Court action accusing deputy head and now acting principal Janet Canny of obstructing her mandatory reporting of an allegation of grooming, the ABC has reported.
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Investigation
China's Spy Secrets
How a suspected Chinese spy avoided ASIO's net at the airport
Federal parliament will debate whether ASIO needs extra powers as more information emerges about the man who tried to put an alleged spy in the House of Representatives.
- by Nick McKenzie
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President Donald Trump 'offered Assange pardon'
Assange's lawyers will describe how a Republican visited him in the Ecuadorian embassy to offer him a deal in 2017.
- by Marty Silk
City skyline lights up with Nylex Plastics sign
Eagle-eyed motorists driving on the Monash might have noticed the return of a much-loved feature, gloriously lit up.
- by Tim Boreham
Calombaris restaurants picked from fire-sale menu
The original Hellenic Republic will become an American barbecue joint after three of his restaurants are sold off.
- by Chip Le Grand and Gemima Cody
Domain calls stumps on Test naming rights, mid-deal
Cricket Australia has been left to secure another naming rights backer of home Test series after Domain’s decision.
- by Chris Barrett and Daniel Cherny
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Planes 'moving through cloud' before fatal crash
Two aircraft have been involved in a crash at Mangalore, two hours north of Melbourne killing four people.
- by Rachel Eddie, Paul Sakkal and Simone Fox Koob
Going, going, almost gone: Hammer to fall on 110-year-old auction house
'There's never a dull moment' at Kerleys Auction Rooms, Geelong's much loved haven for bargain lovers, which is closing after more than a century.
- by Carolyn Webb
Chinese flag colours to light up city as Andrews orders China trip
Landmarks in Melbourne will be bathed in red and gold and the government will lead a trade delegation to China to support communities hit by coronavirus.
- by Benjamin Preiss
Assault at school swimming carnival at MSAC lands boy in hospital
Police were called to the stoush at Albert Park College's event, which left a 17-year-old boy with serious injuries
- by Paul Sakkal
Toxic ducks prompt fears of 'Russian roulette' for hunters
Some birds found to be contaminated with the same chemical that delayed construction on the West Gate Tunnel.
- by Farrah Tomazin and Sumeyya Ilanbey
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'Hard to tell': Minister unsure of Senate support for Newstart drug-test trial
The Coalition is committed to a drug-test trial for welfare recipients, but is not sure it can win Senate support for the laws this year.
- by Judith Ireland
Business
Seven Group's Stokes backs Warburton despite media drag on record result
Seven Group chief executive Ryan Stokes says the conglomerate still sees value in media after its energy and mining assets helped drive a record half year.
- by Nick Toscano
World
'Great news for Australians': UK outlines tough new immigration rules
Britain's new visa system, which toughens entry requirements for non-English speaking migrants but makes it easier for skilled workers has been welcomed as 'great news' for Australians.
- by Latika Bourke
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Where can you find a home under the cap for a new first-time buyer scheme?
There's help available from the government to buy your first place, but only up to a certain price point. Here's where you need to look.
- by Jemimah Clegg
The new reason why more Aussies are getting rooftop solar panels
It's not just cash, although a system with a 25-year lifespan will pay for itself five times. There has been an extra driver this summer.
- by Jim Malo
Life & Culture
We're told to eat more dairy. Harvard researchers disagree
Concerns exist about the risks of possible adverse health outcomes from a high dairy intake, study finds.
- by Sarah Berry
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Sport
Aussies suffer injury blow with Vlaeminck in doubt for World Cup
Young Australian quick Tayla Vlaeminck has picked up a foot injury that is likely to cost her the chance to play at a maiden World Cup.
- by Tom Decent
War brewing over AFL's concussion protocol
AFL football has been declared as "unsafe" by a veteran player agent threatening to sue the AFL.
- by Sam McClure
Tasmanian AFL taskforce wants to meet club presidents
Members of the Tasmanian AFL Taskforce hope to press their case to each of the 18 AFL club presidents as they push their case for an AFL licence.
- by Peter Ryan
Danny Frawley's show 'Bounce' to go on at Fox Footy
Bounce, the irreverant Sunday show that featured the late Danny Frawley, will continue on Fox Footy this season, with Andrew Gaze stepping up his presence
- by Jake Niall
The gift that keeps on giving: Stawell Gift secure until at least 2023
A million-dollar state government gift will keep the Stawell Gift alive.
- by Michael Gleeson
Alex Keath set to open for the Western Bulldogs
Western Bulldogs defender Alex Keath is set to play his first game for the club since crossing from Adelaide in Friday night's practice match against North Melbourne.
- by Peter Ryan
Threat to hockey funding a disgrace: Peris
Olympian Nova Peris has condemned the threat to hockey funding on the eve of the Olympics as a disgrace.
- by Michael Gleeson
Have Your Say
Demon targets pile extra pressure on Goodwin
Melbourne were right to challenge themselves with their four-season plan, but the acid is mainly on the football staff. What do you think?
