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Previously unseen draft of Brittany Higgins’ book describes debauchery as like the ‘Wolf of Wall Street’
Hedonistic parties feature in a previously unseen draft of a memoir by Higgins that has been brought to light in a reopened defamation lawsuit.
Analysis
Parliament House
Taylor Auerbach took us down the rabbit hole – and Justice Lee brought us back
The defamation case of Bruce Lehrmann was again captivated by the sensational claims of former Spotlight producer Taylor Auerbach.
Opinion
Opinion
Channel Seven’s grubby Spotlight ‘exclusive’ puts my beloved trade to shame
Esteemed journalist Ray Martin says he can see no excuse for the kind of abhorrent behaviour we’ve heard about at Channel Seven in recent days.
Ray Martin
Veteran broadcaster and journalist
‘Inexcusable’: Angry Australia condemns aid worker killings, Israel suspends two officers
The Israeli military has fired two army officers who were involved in the operation that killed Australian Zomi Frankcom and six fellow aid workers.
Harpreet nearly drowned. He wants to help others in his community after recent tragedies
The Indian-Australian community is reeling from multiple drowning tragedies. What needs to change?
Asbestos found at three more parks in Melbourne
Asbestos-contaminated material has now been found at four Hobsons Bay parks – at least three of which are linked to Victorian government Big Build projects.
Horror night for Bombers as Port secure bumper victory
Essendon were left reeling as their scoring dried up and Port Adelaide’s midfield took over on the way to a 69-point win. Brisbane Lions opened their winning account, easily beating the hapless Kangaroos.
Another one bites the dust: Mona Foma cancelled in further blow for live music
The festival, which featured acts including Queens of the Stone Age and Nick Cave, has been permanently cancelled just a month after its most recent event.
Don Lane, the Devil, and why Aussie horror is taking over the world
Hot on the heels of breakout hit Talk To Me, Late Night With the Devil is the latest Aussie horror flick to attract worldwide buzz, and box office results.
Society’s progress on autism has long way to go
There are promises of action, they need to be fulfilled given the scale of the issue the nation is confronting.
Opinion
Health and nutrition
Making sense of health headlines shouldn’t be so difficult – or dangerous
Recent coverage of new research on time-restricted eating was a reminder of how easily the media – and health experts – can get it wrong.
Sarah Berry
Lifestyle Health Editor
Autumn leaves turning budget red – must be time to look at the ledger
It’s that time of year when state treasurers get their moment in the thinning sunshine. A telling indication of the state of the Victorian budget was the recent decision not to spend $200,000 to help keep an orchestra for disabled children afloat.
A day-trip to Venice may cost up to $500 if new tax not paid
Visitors arriving at the main train and bus stations will be met by stewards who will remind tourists of a new entrance fee for the city’s historic centre.
The world’s 17 greatest views (and five famous ones you can skip)
You can get great views from many different perspectives: street and water level, atop mountains, monuments and skyscrapers, or from ships and planes.
Tonight is the last night to help your kids adjust to the end of daylight saving
Find out how to ensure your little ones get the sleep they need without waking the household at dawn.
WEEKEND READS
Wait, it closes this weekend? A last-minute guide to navigating the Triennial
The first rule of seeing the Triennial is don’t try to see all of the Triennial. But if you have an hour or a day, here’s how to maximise your experience.
Good Weekend Superquiz and Saturday Target Time, April 6
Trivia buffs: test your knowledge with today's interactive superquiz and target.
Victoria
Teen given third chance on bail after pack attack left boy with horrific injuries
A teen celebrated like he’d won a grand final after a group of boys armed with machetes, knives, hammers and baseball bats set upon a boy outside a shopping centre, a court heard.
Why the slow decay of children’s handwriting skills spells trouble
Growing numbers of students are typing rather than writing their exams, due to fears their messy or illegible penmanship will hurt their marks.
Exclusive
Emergency services
Fifteen months after cyberattack, firefighter response times still down
A 2022 cyberattack that hobbled the fire service’s dispatch system delayed crews rushing to burning buildings and forced them to use a manual back-up scheme for eight months.
Battle of Wills: Greens’ pro-Palestinian plan to grab prize Labor seat
Will Muslim voters in the working-class north of this Labor stronghold unite with middle-class progressives in the south to vote for Greens because of Gaza?
Spotswood playground landscaper won’t answer asbestos questions
Questions remain after asbestos was found in a Spotswood park, with CityWide – a business owned by the City of Melbourne – revealed to be the park’s landscaper.
AFL
Demons charge to top of ladder after back-to-back wins in Adelaide
Melbourne has maintained its impressive record at Adelaide Oval, downing the Crows by 15 points despite a goalless last quarter.
‘He was like a three year-old’: A secret skill made Mark Blicavs football’s Mr Versatile
Sure, he’s 198 centimetres tall and can run like the wind. But at Geelong, when teammates and coaches are asked what sets Mark Blicavs apart, they invariably identify qualities that can’t be measured or timed.
Politics
‘Not good enough’: Israel may pay compensation to killed aid worker families
Labor MP Julian Hill is also calling for regulators to address concerns Australians are claiming tax deductions to fund Israeli settler activities in the West Bank.
Business
Britain’s best-paid woman hit by money laundering failures fine at gambling empire
Online gambling firm Bet365 has been fined $1.1 million in the UK after failing to prevent potential money laundering and protect vulnerable customers.
World
Updated
Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Bowing to pressure, Israel says it will allow more aid into Gaza
Joe Biden is said to have been privately enraged by the deadly strike on World Central Kitchen staff, and publicly noted it was not isolated given nearly 200 aid workers have been killed since October 7.
Opinion
If only we could sue too: the creepy Spotlight saga is ruining the reputation of all journalists
Jacqueline Maley
Columnist and senior journalist
Taylor Swift puts word nerds in a spin over album’s new name
Joanne Anderson
The Age's chief desk editor
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Property
‘I feel like I’m about to pass out’: How Natasha’s home makes her sick
In the cost-of-living crisis, one of her and others’ favoured coping strategies is becoming further out of reach.
The leafy Melbourne suburbs where an affordable home is almost a sure thing
Owners of detached houses are likely to sell for a profit, but investors or first home buyers on a tighter budget can avoid missing out.
Good Food
Recipe collection
Curry
Friday night fakeaway: 20 comforting chicken curries
Lifestyle
Opinion
Parenting
My son says he doesn’t want to have children. It’s not my job to convince him
Having a baby is the rare thing you can’t back out of. Tatts, vasectomies, vows, all reversible. Babies, not so much. What if you do it and realise it’s not for you?
Kate Halfpenny
Regular columnist
Opinion
Sunday Life
Boomers are afraid to sell the family home and downsize. Can you blame us?
Jane Caro
Novelist, author and commentator
Culture
This gem of the comedy festival is waiting to be unearthed – don’t sleep on it
From finding humour in hard times to Excel-lent stand-up, this year’s comedy festival is in full swing. Keep an eye on our ever-growing list of reviews here.
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AFL 2024
Clayton Oliver and the Demons walking a tightrope
As star Melbourne midfielder continues his cautious behavioural rehabilitation, his club is also trying to overcome six months of on- and off-field horrors
Caroline Wilson
Football columnist for The Age
Scott rues his club’s soft tissue injuries as Rozee, Power blunt Essendon’s edge
Follow along for all the major moments and reactions as the Lions take on North Melbourne and Port Adelaide hosts Essendon.
‘We only have each other’: How the Demons galvanised amid raging scandals
Melbourne’s culture has been questioned, with coach Simon Goodwin saying actions speak louder than words. In the last month, the Demons’ actions have been convincing.
From a $5000 offer to becoming the NFL’s $100 million man
Australian NFL star Jordan Mailata has re-signed with the Philadelphia Eagles on a three-year deal worth $100 million.
Updated
Road cycling
Broken bones, spinal fractures: Horror bike crash wipes out TDF champion, Australian star
Jonas Vingegaard has been taken to hospital along with leading Australian rider Jay Vine after some of the world’s best cyclists suffered injuries in a bad mass crash in Spain.
‘He was like a three year-old’: A secret skill made Mark Blicavs football’s Mr Versatile
Sure, he’s 198 centimetres tall and can run like the wind. But at Geelong, when teammates and coaches are asked what sets Mark Blicavs apart, they invariably identify qualities that can’t be measured or timed.
‘In no way did I mean to offend Collingwood’: May’s humble Pie
Steven May admits he could have chosen his words better in a contentious speech at Melbourne’s best and fairest last year, and says that the Magpies had been “inspirational”.
Have Your Say
Football codes need to just say no … to beer
When you look at damage done by drugs to footballers, does cocaine even begin to compare to the damage done by alcohol?
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
