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Bushfires
Residents told to leave as fire threatens town in state’s west; 5000 more lose power
Almost 2000 residents of Beaufort, in western Victoria, have been told to leave immediately as a bushfire in dense bushland barrels toward the town.
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Education
The big change coming to the way Catholic school kids are taught
Catholic schools are adopting a teaching philosophy that is not mandated in Victoria’s public schools. But experts are hoping the public system follows suit.
‘Win-win’: PM says working-from-home boost should be examined
Anthony Albanese and Workplace Relations Minister Tony Burke said there were many examples of working from home being good for employees and employers.
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AFL off-field behaviour
North Melbourne sacks Thomas over threatening behaviour towards a woman
North Melbourne have axed Tarryn Thomas after the AFL found he had threatened a woman in direct messages multiple times, imposing an 18-match ban.
‘He’s lied to me’: Gawn opens up on tumultuous Oliver relationship
Melbourne captain Max Gawn has vowed to keep Clayton Oliver “honest” as the star Demon midfielder continues to battle personal challenges.
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Crime
Police warned ‘The Punisher’ of a contract on his head before fires at boxing venues
The former Mongols bikie had been warned by police to limit public appearances and cancel a scheduled boxing match because he was a target for violent retribution.
‘What do you reckon?’: Derryn mulls run for Melbourne lord mayor
Looks like the former newsman, pants man, convict and politician has designs on the office of lord mayor.
Opposition to key overhaul of Reserve Bank power
The treasurer of the day currently has the power to overrule the Reserve Bank, but that would disappear under planned changes. Experts say it should be kept.
Why Travis Kelce is Taylor Swift’s biggest fashion hit yet
The NFL champion is changing the way sportsmen interact with luxury labels.
Opinion
Hospitals
Paper undies are a small price to pay for such a great sleep
Now, I’m no Michael Jackson, but I do enjoy a light anesthetic.
Kerri Sackville
Columnist and author
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Missing person
‘Grave concerns’: TV presenter, Qantas attendant missing
Police are investigating the disappearance of a former Ten presenter and a flight attendant missing under suspicious circumstances, with a home in Sydney’s east declared a crime scene.
Inquiry launched into deadly Taipan helicopter crash
The Australian Defence Force has announced an independent inquiry into the Taipan helicopter crash that killed four ADF members in a training exercise last year.
Opinion
Aviation
How Qantas’ new chief executive managed to thwart the critics
If one were to write a report card, Vanessa Hudson would score well – but there is room for improvement.
Elizabeth Knight
Business columnist
The one bargain you must buy when you visit paradise
A precious memento of paradise in Tahiti doesn’t have to cost the earth.
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Surfing
Aussie prodigy Picklum dominates in Hawaii to reclaim world No.1 mantle
It was an all-Australian affair at Sunset Beach, with Australia’s Molly Picklum and Jack Robinson taking out the women’s and men’s title on Thursday.
See & Do
The new Mr and Mrs Smith are no Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt – and that’s a good thing
Donald Glover and Maya Erskine are a new kind of pairing for a new generation. One that doesn’t need their heroes to be slick.
Meet the Taylor Swift super fans going to all seven Australian shows
Die-hard fans or selfish hoarders? These extreme Swifties say you need to calm down.
Victoria
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Crime
Wedding venue torched hours after underworld figure’s fight club went up in flames
Taskforce Lunar is investigating whether a fire where “The Punisher” had been scheduled to fight is linked to a second fire in Melbourne’s north.
Opinion
Architecture
Garish glitz? Rubbish. The critics are wrong – Prahran Square is paradise over a parking lot
As one of the creators of the square, I read Norman Day’s architectural review of it this week with a mixture of horror and amusement.
Carey Lyon
This school doesn’t have enough students to make a basketball team. There are others even smaller
It’s one of 28 schools with 10 or fewer students in the state last year. We take a look inside Victoria’s smallest schools.
‘Frightening’: Council looks to axe in-home aged care services
Under the City of Port Phillip initiative, services such as shopping assistance would be outsourced to a private provider.
Liberal MP says former premiers are dividing the party by helping Pesutto
Former Victorian treasurer Kim Wells says the three former Liberal premiers who donated to John Pesutto’s legal fund are “taking a side”.
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Industrial relations
Work-from-home battle begins – and the decision could affect millions
The Fair Work Commission is investigating whether it needs to change the basic rights for award workers just a week after the right to disconnect was made law.
Business
Fortescue ups dividend, profits jump despite lower iron ore shipments
Andrew Forrest’s Fortescue has reported a boost in earnings and profits despite shipments and production of iron ore from its key Pilbara operations falling.
World
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US Votes 2024
Biden wipes away another $US1.2 billion in student loans
In total, nearly $US138 billion ($210 billion) in debt has been lifted from the shoulders of young people ahead of the presidential election in November.
Opinion
The $23 billion deal that threatens America’s trade and defence ties
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
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Property
A gift from the bank of mum and dad is no longer enough for home buyers
Young people who lower their expectations to an unassuming home in their second-choice location still could not comfortably afford the loan repayments.
Our eight favourite luxury homes for sale right now
We’ve rounded up our pick of the bunch from across the country’s most luxurious properties.
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Lifestyle
Do your joints hurt more in rain or cold weather? New research says no
Two out of three people with chronic pain say weather changes trigger flare-ups, but new research says that isn’t so.
Culture
This artist was destined for fame. His death at 30 robs us all
Indigenous artist Josh Muir’s partner and mother set out to ensure that his legacy lives on.
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AFL off-field behaviour
North Melbourne sack Tarryn Thomas over threatening behaviour towards a woman
North Melbourne have axed Tarryn Thomas after the AFL found he had threatened a woman in direct messages multiple times, imposing an 18-match ban.
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AFL 2024
Geelong’s big injury concern as key Blues, Cats shine in pre-season scorcher
Harry McKay and Patrick Dangerfield shone for their clubs, but an injury to Cameron Guthrie marred a game in which both teams had reason to be encouraged.
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AFL 2024
‘Devastated I can no longer play’: Angus Brayshaw’s shock concussion retirement
Angus Brayshaw is retiring after receiving medical advice following the concussion he received in the qualifying final against Collingwood.
‘He’s lied to me’: Gawn opens up on tumultuous Oliver relationship
Melbourne captain Max Gawn has vowed to keep Clayton Oliver “honest” as the star Demon midfielder continues to battle personal challenges.
Updated
Surfing
Picklum dominates in Hawaii to reclaim world No.1 mantle
It was an all-Australian affair at Sunset Beach, with Australia’s Molly Picklum and Jack Robinson taking out the women’s and men’s title on Thursday.
‘Ride in peace’: Australian motocross star dies in training accident in Melbourne
Freestyle motocross competitor Jayden Archer, the first rider to perform a triple backflip in competition, has died while practising in Melbourne. He was 27.
Age and Herald journalists honoured at Australian Sports Commission awards
Read our stories on gay basketballer Isaac Humphries, Collingwood captain Darcy Moore and the Eddie Jones saga that were voted among last year’s best sports writing.
Have Your Say
Everything you need to know about the drug allegations against Joel Smith
Melbourne’s Joel Smith, already provisionally suspended after failing a drug test last year, has now been accused of trafficking cocaine by Sport Integrity Australia.
