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Live: Treasurer reveals costings; Libs’ first home plan draws fire, opens super rift
The policy has sparked an election fight on housing affordability as Scott Morrison tries to claw back ground with voters – and many, including former PM Malcolm Turnbull, question whether it will inflate property prices.
Menzies’ daughter urges Kooyong to keep ‘outstanding’ Frydenberg, but tells Libs to change
The 93-year-old daughter of Robert Menzies says she doesn’t want to die with someone other than a Liberal in her father’s old seat. But like many lifelong Liberal voters, she is also worried at what has happened to the party her father founded.
What first-time buyers think of raiding their super to buy a home
First home buyers will be able to withdraw up to $50,000 of their superannuation to buy a property under a new Coalition policy. It has divided experts, but how do buyers feel?
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Australia votes
The Constitutional doubt over dog parks and BMX tracks
Both sides of politics have promised millions towards key marginal seats. But there are now constitutional doubts whether they can spend this taxpayers’ cash.
‘We’ve got a crisis’: Big business urges election winner to boost migration
Business leaders want the next federal government to increase migration to ease labour shortages.
Tom Cruise and Australia’s biggest directors are the star attractions as Cannes returns
Along with two films from Australian star directors, the launch of Top Gun: Maverick at the 75th Cannes Film Festival tells the world that big cinema is back.
Kylie Moore-Gilbert reclaims her life with startling memoir
Surviving 804 days in prison on trumped-up charges and writing this book is proof that the best revenge is living well.
Opinion
Style
Dopamine dressing: Melbourne, it’s time to stop wearing black
Opting for bright colours from head to toe is 2022’s biggest trend, and it’s set to challenge Melbourne’s uniform of black, black and black.
Caroline Zielinski
Reporter
‘The pandemic is still here’: Doctors, experts plead with Victorians to wear masks
The state branch of the Australian Medical Association in Victoria says people need to go above and beyond current rules to help ease ambulance ramping and hospital overcrowding.
Opinion
Real Footy Podcast
‘Everyone will be looked at’: Is big change coming at Essendon?
This week on the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall discuss the Bombers and their loss to the Swans - their worst defeat of the season.
Analysis
Essendon
Transition trouble: Numbers that place the Bombers below North and the Eagles
The Dons rank below even North Melbourne and West Coast for defending teams transitioning the ball to the other end of the ground.
Opinion
China
Labor’s ‘missing middle’ strategy avoids asking region to take sides on China
Penny Wong will be hoping Labor’s new South-East Asian policies capture attention in the region and the White House.
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
‘No problems, none’: Putin appears to back off threats as Sweden, Finland prepare to join NATO
The Russian President seemed to downplay the significance of Sweden and Finland’s bids to join NATO, marking a major shift in rhetoric.
McDonald’s seeks to sell ‘untenable’ Russian business
The fast-food company has been in Russia for more than three decades. Now, it is joining other Western companies in exiting the country in response to the invasion of Ukraine.
Is Andrews about to shake it up? Insiders tip more ministerial retirements
All eyes are on long-serving ministers Lisa Neville and Martin Pakula who have racked up a collective 36 years in state parliament.
City floats $40m wetland plan to rewild the Yarra
Floating wetlands will be created in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD as part of a larger scheme to return the river to a more natural state.
‘Feel the history’: New venue to pay homage to racy heritage
The former Jobs Warehouse in Bourke Street will transform into Juliet’s Terrace, a venture that gives a nod to the area’s red-light past.
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City Liberals turn to Frydenberg on climate to defend their seats
Wentworth MP Dave Sharma is relying on endorsements from NSW Treasurer Matt Kean and federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg in his campaign flyers - not Scott Morrison.
Liberal minister admits super-for-housing policy could ‘bump’ home prices
Superannuation Minister Jane Hume has conceded the scheme may temporarily lift house prices.
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Victoria
Nicola Gobbo said I should claim self defence, cop killer tells court
Convicted murderer Bandali Debs has told a trial he fired the shot that killed a police officer in 1998 out of fear for his safety, and that lawyer Nicola Gobbo previously advised him to argue he acted in self-defence.
Craig McLachlan denies getting nude in front of three female colleagues
McLachlan gave evidence for a fifth day in the defamation case he brought against the ABC and The Sydney Morning Herald.
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Liberal Party
Bernie Finn says dumping him to crossbench would be ‘madness’
A week after he said rape survivors should not be allowed to have abortions, the Victorian MP is set to be expelled from the parliamentary Liberal Party.
Growing fears for man missing near Mount Hotham since Friday
Freezing temperatures and overnight snow flurries are expected to create difficult conditions for a 70-year-old missing in Victoria’s High Country since Friday afternoon.
‘Ruined their lives and mine’: Learner driver jailed 7 years over hit-run death
Floyd Hennessy, 22, deliberately swerved his car while a man was holding on to the roof, causing him to fall and dragging him to his death.
AFL 2022
Guernsey clash nightmare for Dreamtime game? Bombers, Tigers to don mostly black jumpers
A potential jumper clash threatens to impact Saturday night’s Dreamtime at the ’G after both Richmond and Essendon produced predominantly black strips for this year’s blockbuster.
‘They come at me’: Ugle-Hagan opens up on the pressures of being a No.1 pick
Western Bulldogs forward Jamarra Ugle-Hagan says he is feeling pressure to perform as a No.1 draft pick and fellow former first selection Paddy McCartin has reached out to him for support.
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Industrial relations
‘Historic win’ gives millions the right to 10 days’ paid domestic violence leave
In a landmark decision, the Fair Work Commission has held workers should be able to access the leave on a yearly basis at their base rate of pay.
Business
‘Debilitating effect’: AustralianSuper boss hits out at PM’s housing plan
The chair of the country’s largest superannuation fund has warned the Coalition’s super-for-housing policy will reduce investment returns and push up house prices.
World
‘Ukraine can win this war’: Zelensky’s troops drive Russians back to border in key battle
Video posted from Ukraine’s Defence Ministry claims to show soldiers flashing victory signs at a border post, as Russia loses ground in the east. And Sweden has announced it will join Finland in seeking membership of NATO.
Opinion
PM ignites superannuation culture war in final stretch
David Crowe
Chief political correspondent
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Property
The other housing tax no one’s talking about this election
Negative gearing and capital gains tax arrangements are off the table, but there’s another tax reform that could improve housing affordability over time.
Analysis
Australia votes
Will first home buyers be better off using the Liberal or Labor schemes?
First home buyers are being offered a chance to buy a home on a low deposit through a Coalition program. Labor will match it and offer its own, where it co-purchases with the buyer. Which is better?
Lifestyle
The woman taking the front-row seat in Melbourne fashion
The incoming chief executive of the Melbourne Fashion Festival is ready to energise the city and solidify its claims as the country’s fashion capital.
Culture
It’s complete gibberish, but Nude Tuesday could be the next hit Kiwi comedy
Written in English, performed in a completely made-up language and then subtitled by comedians, this movie is like nothing you’ve heard before.
Sport
Guernsey clash nightmare for Dreamtime game? Bombers, Tigers to don mostly black jumpers
A potential jumper clash threatens to impact Saturday night’s Dreamtime at the ’G after both Richmond and Essendon produced predominantly black strips for this year’s blockbuster.
‘I wish we had one more day, one more phone call’: Symonds’ impact measured by tributes
The tributes paid to Andrew Symonds illustrate the impact he had on those who watched him on the field, or shared their lives with him.
Demon handed two-week suspension; Tigers appeal Pickett ban; injury blow for Dons
Melbourne forward Kade Chandler has been offered a two-match suspension for a dangerous tackle, while Essendon youngster may miss the rest of the season with a foot injury.
Clarkson ‘on the list’ in Giants’ coaching hunt, says chairman
Giants chairman Tony Shepherd has confirmed four-time premiership coach Alastair Clarkson will be among the people the Giants talk to as the club begins its search for Leon Cameron’s replacement.
Generation next ready to shine as Impey calls for greater Indigenous presence across the AFL
The Rioli, Long, Motlop and Wanganeen names have been responsible for some of the league’s iconic moments, and the latest generation was at the MCG ahead of two rounds in which First Nations Australians’ heritage will be celebrated.
Analysis
Essendon
Transition trouble: The numbers that place the Bombers below North and the Eagles
Essendon ranks below even North Melbourne and West Coast for defending teams transitioning the ball out of the Bombers’ forward line to the other end of the ground.
Minjee Lee wins seventh career LPGA title with fighting victory
After a season of near-misses, Minjee Lee secured her first win of the year in New Jersey and laid claim to the title of Australia’s best golfer.
Have Your Say
‘Everyone will be looked at’: Is big change coming at Essendon?
This week on the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall discuss the Bombers and their loss to the Swans - their worst defeat of the season.
