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RBA mulls rate pause in April; Biden to address parliament
Home buyers could be in for a financial reprieve ahead of Easter, with the Reserve Bank saying it will consider a pause in interest rate increases at its April meeting.
Bid to delay Deeming’s expulsion fails despite show of support
Controversial Liberal MP Moira Deeming will learn her fate within days after a failed motion to delay next week’s party room meeting.
Analysis
China relations
What does Xi want from Putin?
The Chinese leader is in Moscow for a three-day visit. Apart from an emphatic display of solidarity with his “dear friend”, there’s a lot Russia can help with.
Exclusive
Cardiovascular health
His mum found him lying on the floor. William has survived 10 cardiac arrests.
Researchers at Murdoch Children’s Research Institute have discovered a genetic mutation that causes cardiomyopathy, paving the way for new treatments.
After a bitter protest, only one group is happy
Saturday’s chaotic events on Spring Street could result in the banning of the Nazi salute and a Liberal MP losing her endorsement, but one group was happy with what happened.
Far from Delicious: Apology over infamous restaurant review leaves a bad taste
Food site finally apologises over inappropriate comments on a female maitre d’, but chefs are still threatening a boycott.
Rupert Murdoch met his new fiancee six months ago. What drives a post-divorce proposal?
The media mogul got engaged seven months after divorcing his fourth wife. Are sudden, post-divorce engagements doomed to fail?
‘You walk a fine line’: Scott on the risk around Merrett’s captaincy
Brad Scott has revealed that the Bombers do not want new skipper Zach Merrett to become too demanding of teammates, acknowledging that there was a risk of the highly motivated Merrett acting as “an enforcer”.
The new Good Food
40 under $40: Melbourne’s top restaurants for getting bang for your buck
Dani Valent criss-crosses Melbourne to find 40 of the city’s best-value venues, serving everything from African soul food to zaatar-dusted hummus.
‘Your weeknight saviour’: RecipeTin Eats’ 20-minute Thai chicken satay curry
Peanut sauce is the best thing about Thai chicken satay skewers. This curry is swimming in it, and will be on the table in 20 minutes flat.
‘Inviting and warm’ Sunhands might be your new favourite Carlton cafe and wine bar
It’s a bright all-day spot for coffee, lunch and wine from the crew behind Heartattack & Vine.
Opinion
War
How the US broke Iraq: A generational mistake that killed 306,000 civilians
The consensus now, even among formerly hawkish Republicans, is that the United States should never have invaded Iraq 20 years ago.
Ishaan Tharoor
Updated
Russia-Ukraine war
Ukraine blows up Russian missiles in Crimea
Earlier, the Russian Defence Ministry said a fighter jet was scrambled over the Baltic Sea after two US B52s flew in the direction of the Russian border.
Opinion
Bonds
Credit Suisse fallout: CoCo bondholders go loco
A key element of Credit Suisse’s ‘rescue’ was a Swiss regulator’s decision to declare $26 billion of the bank’s bonds worthless. Other central banks are scrambling to distance themselves.
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
Analysis
US politics
Bracing for impact, US political world waits for Donald Trump indictment
Facing possible charges over alleged hush money paid to an adult film star, Donald Trump has launched a pre-emptive strike to control the narrative, rally supporters, and play the victim.
Opinion
Media & marketing
Murdoch succeeded where Putin failed. Time for a Fox hunt
We believe a royal commission into media concentration is now needed to defend our democracy. For the Coalition parties, this is a crucial moment.
North extend contract with Sheezel after fairytale debut
It took only a pre-season and a fairytale debut performance for the Kangaroos to hand Harry Sheezel a two-year contract extension, which keeps him at Arden Street until at least the end of 2026.
GOOD FOOD
Alta’s pasta is one of my favourite dishes of the year so far
Despite the ubiquity of Italian food in this town, this Fitzroy trattoria manages to stand out by doing something new.
10 of Melbourne’s best sandwich shops
Whether you fancy a sub, panino, hoagie or melt, there’s a sanga to suit. Here are our top picks to get your teeth into.
Victoria
Push to dump controversial Liberal MP a test for state opposition leader
John Pesutto says he is confident of having the numbers to remove Moira Deeming following her attendance at a rally gatecrashed by neo-Nazis.
Updated
Racism
Victoria to ban Nazi salutes after far-right rally
The attorney-general has acted two days after neo-Nazis performed the salute at an anti-trans rights rally at Parliament House, and labelled their actions “disgraceful and cowardly”.
Falls Creek eyes ski season to recoup summer of landslide losses
A single lane into Falls Creek is expected to reopen in time for the ski season after businesses endured a nightmarish summer of isolation, cut off by the state’s largest landslip.
Google review author who defamed surgeon revealed as former student
Korana Musicki was forced to take legal action against the tech giant before it would reveal the identity of the poster.
Exclusive
Informer 3838
Lawyer X royal commissioner, legal experts concerned about new informant bill
The former head of the royal commission into the Lawyer X scandal has raised concerns with the government about its proposed informant laws ahead of the draft legislation being debated in parliament this week.
AFL 2023
A draw, an upset and a stellar debut: Here are the key takeouts of an intriguing opening round
It’s a small sample size, but round one of the AFL season delivered several intriguing story lines.
Bump verdicts: Pickett, Franklin learn fate as Ablett snr considers class action
The livewire Demon and Swans superstar have been offered suspensions, while an Adelaide forward is the next player facing the scrutiny of the AFL Match Review Panel.
Politics
Turnbull to take over News Corp royal commission campaign
Malcolm Turnbull will take over from ex-Labor prime minister Kevin Rudd as co-chair of Australians for a Murdoch Royal Commission.
Business
Incitec Pivot sells US ammonia plant for $2.5b and pushes ahead with $400m buyback
The ASX-listed explosives and fertiliser maker says the sale will give it the cash needed for a planned buyback and to pay down debt.
World
‘I dreaded falling in love’: Rupert Murdoch engaged, prepares for fifth marriage
Billionaire media owner Rupert Murdoch is engaged to Ann Lesley Smith, less than a year after his divorce from Jerry Hall.
Opinion
To save the planet I’m a Musk fanboy – don’t hate me
Michael Schlechta
Editorial Writer for The Age
TikTok ban is only a matter of time
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
How did COVID change the face of Australia? The answer matters
Nick Bryant
Journalist and author
RBA faces rate clash: Should they stay or should they go up?
Shane Wright
Senior economics correspondent
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Property
‘An ugly scene’: Bleak outlook for Melbourne’s home buyers revealed
Rising interest rates have pushed down house prices in what should be good news for first home hopefuls, but a new report lays bare a bigger challenge.
Investors spend $2.2 million on Glen Iris house they plan to knock down
The period house attracted four bidders at auction this weekend and its new owners, who spent more than $500,000 over the reserve, plan to demolish it and build townhouses.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Overcome by grief, Alex ran, until she reached ‘exercise burnout’
Many of us are conditioned to think exercise needs to be a slog to be effective. But we’re better off training to match our mental state.
Opinion
Diet
Walk more, eat well: As a health writer, these studies make me sad
Sarah Berry
Lifestyle Health Editor
Culture
Why this season of Australian Survivor will go down in (meme) history
From “underwater torture” to “the best player we’ve ever seen”: past players break down the moments that have made this season so great.
Sport
North extend contract with Sheezel after fairytale debut
It took only a pre-season and a fairytale debut performance for the Kangaroos to hand Harry Sheezel a two-year contract extension, which keeps him at Arden Street until at least the end of 2026.
‘You walk a fine line’: Scott on the risk around Merrett’s captaincy
Essendon coach Brad Scott has revealed that the Bombers do not want new skipper Zach Merrett to become too demanding of teammates, acknowledging that there was a risk of the highly motivated Merrett acting as “an enforcer”.
Comment
Formula 1
Challengers stuck in the past as dominant Red Bull eyes Melbourne F1 win
With Mercedes and Ferrari stuck in the past, it’s difficult to see any team challenging the dominant Red Bull team at next week’s Melbourne F1 Grand Prix.
Opinion
AFL 2023
Can a bump ever be foolproof - and safe?
Three head-high bumps leading to three suspensions from last weekend’s opening AFL round have prompted calls for drastic action. But what and how is not clear.
Greg Baum
Sports columnist
‘Australia one-two is massive’: Scott celebrates World Cup title, Peel second
Peel claimed victory with stunning triple back somersaults in the season’s final aerial skiing World Cup meeting to finish just behind Scott, who came second in Kazakhstan, on the overall standings.
Postecoglou’s pep talk for Socceroos whiz-kid Kuol
Garang Kuol’s meteoric rise has seemingly flatlined in the Scottish Premiership, but the 18-year-old is determined to make the most of his European challenge.
Opinion
Real Footy Podcast
The most surprising, imposing and exciting wins from a bump(er) round
Michael Gleeson, Jake Niall and Caroline Wilson discuss the most surprising, imposing and exciting wins from round one, whether the match review framework for penalties over bumping need to be changed, off-field politics at Essendon and much more.
Have Your Say
Jarman, Schulz reveal brain injuries: Fresh details of AFL concussion class action
Court documents filed on behalf of Darren Jarman and Jay Schulz have given an insight into their struggles with head injuries post their long AFL careers.
