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Workplace safety
MPs have been thrown out of question time 118 times. See who’s behind the worst behaviour
The data is revealed as frustration grows over delays to establishing a watchdog for policing more serious misconduct by MPs.
Opinion
Political leadership
The most popular politicians in Australia are all outspoken women. Come again?
Last year was one of the most divisive in memory. But three senators from very different walks of life managed to cut through and speak to voters.
Michelle Griffin
Federal Bureau Chief
Wealthy Boomers to be asked to pay more for aged care
A federal government taskforce has advised Aged Care Minister Anika Wells to reform the way aged care services are means-tested to improve equity and inject new funds into the system.
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MH370 disappearance
Fisherman’s ‘plausible’ wing find triggers new push to solve MH370 mystery
There are calls for an investigation into an Australian man’s claims he pulled up a large piece of a commercial plane at sea.
Child dead, another fighting for life after six caught in smash outside Geelong
Victoria Police said two vehicles collided head-on while travelling on the Hamilton Highway about 9pm in Stonehaven.
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US Votes 2024
Trump asks Supreme Court to overturn Colorado ballot ban
One day after the former president appealed a similar decision in Maine, Trump filed a petition asking the America’s highest court to weigh in.
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United Cup
On the eve of the Australian Open, Alex De Minaur has the biggest win of his career
Alex de Minaur has produced the biggest win of his fledgling career against Novak Djokovic, describing the victory as “extremely special”.
Filmmaker Clooney is one corny dude. But it works – and this could be his most personal movie yet
Based on the true story of a varsity rowing crew who head to the Olympics on the cusp of World War II, The Boys in the Boat is more than just a sports movie.
When healthy skin is about more than looking good
Singer and survivor Delta Goodrem is promoting the skincare needs of cancer patients with a French beauty brand.
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Test cricket
Warner at the crease after being upstaged by Cummins, Pakistan tail
David Warner will walk out to bat at the SCG for what may be the last time as Australia look to mow down a first-innings total from Pakistan few saw coming.
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LoadingRecords tumble, South Africa trail as 23 wickets fall on opening day of Test
India lost six wickets for no runs after South Africa had earlier been dismissed for 55 in an extraordinary day of Test cricket.
‘They might assassinate me’: The boxer ready to risk it all to serve South Africa
The former world boxing champion turned lawyer will leave Australia to run for President of South Africa. And he is ready to die for what he believes in.
The dogs of aww: Melbourne is officially canine crazy
Dog registrations are up by 80 per cent since 2017 with a new census showing “small dogs rule”. And we really like naming our dogs after one thing.
15 of Melbourne’s best dining spots for relaxed and casual meals with mates
You’re all keen to catch-up over a bite to eat but where can you go that’s crowd-pleasing, relaxed and relatively affordable? We’ve got you.
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Arts
Roll up! Roll up! The almost forgotten, death-defying history of an iconic Melbourne site
Back in the day, Wirths’ Circus occupied the site of Arts Centre Melbourne. Now a new production is harking back to the ‘greatest show on earth’.
The reasons why Melbourne’s property price growth could lag behind other capitals
Property prices have rebounded strongly, hitting new peaks in some areas, but signs have emerged of a market slowdown. What’s in store for prices this year?
Analysis
Air travel
The Australian invention that saved countless plane passengers’ lives
As passengers of Japan Airlines Flight 516 slid down the escape chutes of their burning Airbus, no doubt they were thanking their lucky stars.
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Science
The ancient Egyptians knew how to make sand stick. We ask today’s experts how to make the best sandcastles
Great minds, from Buddhists to Beyoncé, have grappled with the deeper meaning of sandcastles. But in practice, how do you make one that is truly great?
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Special series
I went for a walk in the footsteps of a killer – then cried at my desk
Days after the Bourke Street massacre, my editors gave me a simple, but important assignment. Among the flowers and candles, the story of a tragedy revealed itself in unexpected ways.
Special series
We gave a celeb a ‘halo’ on this magazine cover. Then came a social media pile-on
As journalists, we dish it out and we take it. We can’t and shouldn’t complain. But I’d be lying if I said this story didn’t shake me.
Victoria
Gippsland rivers searched for missing father of five, dumped pram and child car seats
Dalibor ‘Dale’ Pantic, 38, was last seen at a farm in Perry Bridge – between Sale and Bairnsdale – on the night of Wednesday, April 10, 2019.
CCTV released of man wanted in Deer Park murder probe
Niariay Bol, 52, was found in his bedroom with stab wounds to his abdomen more than two years ago. Now police want help to identify a man spotted nearby on the night.
‘Up to his chin in water’: Wild deluge swept driver away as storms to hit state’s east
A man and his dog were saved from their half-submerged car after it was swept away in floodwaters. A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for Gippsland.
Penelope volunteered every weekend at an op shop. It was part of her studies
Penelope ‘Persie’ Bensted incorporated working in an op shop into her International Baccalaureate - and loved it so much she will keep volunteering. She was one of 609 IB students who received their results on Wednesday.
Origin accused of putting Victorians on life support at risk
The power giant also wrongfully disconnected 98 gas customers without following proper processes, including people in financial hardship.
See & Do
Eight books: Haunting literary fiction and the odd tale of two spies
Our reviewers look at recent fiction and non-fiction.
‘There was so much I wanted to preserve’: Julie Byrne on making music through grief
The musician’s one-time boyfriend, long-time musical partner and dear friend died suddenly a few months into making her third album.
Politics
Former Howard minister backs Albanese’s call for public release of missing 2003 Iraq war papers
Alexander Downer, who served as foreign minister during the invasion of Iraq, has backed Anthony Albanese’s call for as many cabinet documents as possible relating to the Iraq War to be released.
Business
Opinion
Monetary policy
How central banks saved the world. And will again
Reviled not long ago for letting prices surge, US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and his peers have been anointed by traders as saviours of the world.
Daniel Moss
World
Anything but predictable: Five things that could shake up the 2024 US election
Don’t be fooled by the familiar faces: both Joe Biden and Donald Trump represent different unknowns coming into the presidential contest this year.
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Property
Popular sea-change towns where property buyers splashed the most cash
Billions of dollars were spent on coastal property in a handful of key suburbs last year, while another inland tree-change spot was a standout.
The areas in Melbourne that are driving house price increases
There is one corridor in Melbourne where house prices have continued to climb by almost 8 per cent annually, even as interest rates and the cost of living ate into household budgets.
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Lifestyle
‘Sleep divorce’ isn’t the only option if your partner is a restless sleeper
Dreaming of a better night sleep? Experts weigh in on how to manage bedtime as a couple.
Culture
The best new shows to stream in January
Our guide to the best of what’s on the streamers and free-to-air this month.
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Test cricket
Sydney Test LIVE: Warner at the crease after being upstaged by Cummins, Pakistan tail
David Warner will walk out to bat at the SCG for what may be the last time as Australia look to mow down a first-innings total from Pakistan few saw coming.
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United Cup
De Minaur stuns Djokovic with straight sets win in United Cup quarter-final
Alex de Minaur has produced the biggest win of his career against the world No.1, describing the victory as “extremely special”.
‘They might assassinate me’: The boxer ready to risk it all to serve South Africa
Former world boxing champion turned lawyer Lovemore Ndou is about to leave Australia to run for the South African presidency and is ready to die for what he believes in.
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Australian cricket
Warner cameo upstaged by captain’s star turn and Pakistan fightback
Another dominant bowling performance from captain Pat Cummins was soured by late resistance from the tourists on the opening day of the third Test at the SCG.
Analysis
Australian cricket
Storm clouds over Sydney and so too the health of Test cricket
Sydney’s Test match started with blue skies but play ended under storm clouds. The same trend is true for Test cricket.
Records tumble, South Africa trail as 23 wickets fall on opening day of Test
India lost six wickets for no runs after South Africa had earlier been dismissed for 55 in one of the most extraordinary days of Test cricket ever seen.
Warner’s father slams ‘scumbag’ who took son’s baggy greens
David Warner is no closer to finding his missing Test caps, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese also making a public plea for their return.
Have Your Say
Tennis Australia must stare down the Saudi threat to summer Down Under
It’s easy to be confused about the why and the how of huge changes to our summer. Then there’s the speculation of further upheaval caused by the Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund which has turned golf on its head, and which will undoubtedly affect tennis.
Paul McNamee
Tennis columnist
