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The forgotten border force budget paper that proves Dutton wrong
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton said Labor was cutting funding for border security. This paper says otherwise.
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Defence
Fears largest naval fleet since World War II not ready for war this decade
The navy will expand its fleet of warships from 11 to 26 vessels under a radical $11 billion overhaul designed to prepare for possible conflict in the Indo-Pacific.
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AFL 2024
Melbourne’s Joel Smith accused of trafficking cocaine
The AFL has confirmed the Demons forward is facing three doping violation allegations for the alleged trafficking, or attempted trafficking, of cocaine. The allegations place Smith in a far worse position than he was facing previously.
Cries of ‘shame’ as city council votes against Gaza cease-fire motion
At a fiery meeting on Tuesday night, the City of Melbourne council rejected a motion calling for a ceasefire in Gaza as hundreds of people rallied outside.
How the MCG became one of the world’s greatest live-music stadiums
Taylor Swift’s three sold-out shows at the Melbourne Cricket Ground have cemented its reputation – and are a hard act for Accor Stadium in Sydney to follow.
Opinion
Inheritance
Conversations about the bank of mum and dad are tearing families apart
People are increasingly seeing therapists with a range of wounds stemming from difficult conversations about help with house deposits.
Peter Quarry
Psychologist
Snakes or butterflies? Dressing for your favourite Swift era
It’s not too late to pull together the perfect Eras Tour outfit.
At The Hague, Palestinians tell of ‘colonialism and apartheid’
The court was first asked to consider Israel’s activities in Palestinian territories more than 20 years ago. It’s now been asked to declare occupation illegal.
Labor demands details on donors who support Pesutto’s legal fund
Integrity experts say personal donations that aren’t for election campaigns represent a new front for transparency questions.
Editorial
Political leadership
Well past closing time for parliamentary drinking culture
There’s little doubt that MPs need to lift standards, now comes the hard part.
The Age's View
Editorial
Demon great trusts club not to rush superstar Oliver
Garry Lyon says there are positive signs that Clayton Oliver is taking positive steps in his return to the game after a challenging period over the off-season.
The factor that could give Smith upper hand in return bout with Kiwi quick
Nathan Lyon believes Steve Smith’s clash with fast-bowling nemesis Neil Wagner could prove the highlight of Australia’s Test series against New Zealand.
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City life
Fears residents may be moved out of towers before court action heard
The filing in the Supreme Court is an escalation in a class-action lawsuit, with fears the government may begin moving residents out of the towers before the matter is heard in court.
His neighbour demolished her house and tried to sell the land for $40m
But he found an easier way, keeping his stylish home intact and doubling his money in the process.
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Crime
Police probe martial arts studio links to deaths of husband, wife and child
Homicide detectives are investigating whether the deaths in Sydney’s north-west are linked to a martial arts master being treated in Westmead Hospital.
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‘Melbourne, you are the love of my life’: Taylor Swift bids a besotted city farewell
Taylor Swift was spotted boarding her jet at Melbourne airport on Monday morning, fresh off the back of three sold-out shows at the MCG.
She transformed Melbourne. Will she do the same in Sydney?
Taylor Swift’s shows have always been joyous, but it’s never felt quite like this before.
Victoria
Hunt for alleged penguin kickers after St Kilda attack
A witness saved a penguin after it was attacked by a group of men, who kicked the defenceless bird at a tram stop in St Kilda.
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Healthcare
A sick father, a trip to Bunnings: Personal tragedy helps to create the world’s first artificial heart
What if patients could get a heart without someone having to die?
3000 still without power, experts to probe energy crash after extreme storms
Experts will review how half a million properties were left without power when extreme winds lashed the state last week.
It’s been a St Kilda venue for more than 100 years. Now, it faces an uncertain future
The council is threatening the bar’s owners with eviction if they do not renovate by June, but locals are fighting back.
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Crime
Luxury car escort for suspected lieutenant in tobacco fire war
A Rolls-Royce and a Lamborghini greeted Majid Alibadi, accused of being a “regional operations manager” in the tobacco wars as he walked free from custody on more than a dozen charges.
Politics
Analysis
Housing crisis
No, Max, we don’t really have a million vacant houses. It’s not that simple
The Greens’ housing spokesman says the million empty homes recorded in the Census means supply isn’t the cause of the housing crisis. The reality is quite different.
Business
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Executive shake-up
Virgin boss quits after ‘four years of heavy lifting’
Virgin CEO Jayne Hrdlicka has announced she will leave the airline before Bain Capital relaunches it on the ASX.
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Food
Why wealthy Londoners are paying $1400 for a jar of Australian honey
Billed as a new and healthier alternative of fine wine, the three varieties of Australian Rare are produced in Western Australia’s famed south-west ecoregion.
Opinion
The competition decision that snookered the treasurer
Elizabeth Knight
Business columnist
‘Chap laps’ and Botox: This suburb’s curated glamour isn’t what it used to be
Karl Quinn
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Sought-after Melbourne suburbs where buyers can save most by giving up space
A house with a backyard or an apartment within walking distance to everything? Buyers are defying expectations.
Young family pays $3.86m for architect-designed Glen Iris home
Hot competition pushed the sale price more than half a million dollars above the reserve at auction as four families competed for the home.
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Lifestyle
Fashion designer Lee Mathews on her style rules: ‘Nothing skin-tight’
“I wear shirts with pants or skirts and shirt-dresses. Sometimes I’ll wear a big sleeve or something unexpected for fun.”
Culture
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Live music
‘Melbourne, you are the love of my life’: Taylor Swift bids a besotted city farewell
Having wowed nearly 300,000 people across three sold-out shows at the MCG, Swift has boarded her jet at Melbourne Airport, ahead of concerts in Sydney later this week.
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AFL 2024
Melbourne’s Joel Smith accused of trafficking cocaine
The AFL has confirmed the Demons forward is facing three doping violation allegations for the alleged trafficking, or attempted trafficking, of cocaine.
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Australian rugby
Rugby Victoria now facing questions over missing financial documents
Rugby Victoria has filed one annual report to the consumer regulator since taking control of the Melbourne Rebels in 2017. The governing body’s president could not explain the apparent administrative failure.
Lyon trusts Demons not to rush Oliver
Melbourne great Garry Lyon says there are positive signs that midfield superstar Clayton Oliver is taking positive steps in his return to the game after a challenging period over the off-season.
Overpaid and uncompetitive? Pippen takes aim at players after NBA All-Stars score-fest
The NBA All-Star game is supposed to showcase basketball’s brightest talents, but Chicago Bulls great Scottie Pippen says high scoring does not equal entertaining and the lack of competitive spirit is bad for the sport.
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AFL 2024
Carlton star Walsh on modified program as back soreness flares; Magpies unleash Schultz and Daicos
Collingwood and North Melbourne will both unleash recruits on Wednesday who were sidelined from recent intra-club hit-outs, while an injury blow will deny Hawthorn another option in its key defensive posts.
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AFL 2024
‘Non-negotiables’: Scott says flashes of brilliance not enough for Stringer
The Essendon coach explains it may be unrealistic for Stringer to become a “10 out of 10” professional footballer, while the 29-year-old has taken steps to improve his lifestyle during the off-season.
Nine to become new home of the Melbourne Cup
Broadcast rights for the Melbourne Cup have been secured by the Nine Network, striking a deal with the Victoria Racing Club and Tabcorp.
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The club memberships that offer best value for money
If you want a grand final ticket in September, you need to get busy in February. We contacted every AFL club to break down the best memberships in each category.