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Lehrmann’s karaoke is killing the neighbourhood
The former political staffer’s partying is bringing epic levels of irritation to his new neighbours in North Sydney. The man who offered to put him up for a few days says he’s “ropeable”.
Opinion
Naked City
In the game of defamation poker, Lehrmann has gone all in – and we’ve already seen his hand
You can put in your chips to see your opponent’s hand. But if you’re not careful, it could cost you more than just money.
John Silvester
Crime reporter
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Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Major disruption warning ahead of planned pro-Palestine protests
The groups behind Monday’s global A15 Action protests have threatened to blockade “major choke points in the economy”, aiming to cause maximum economic impact.
War Memorial scandal: Morrison pushed $500m project before business case was done
The controversial project was spruiked by Scott Morrison just months into his prime ministership and has since seen cost blowouts and conflicts of interest over key contracts.
Exclusive
Planning
The bonus encouraging Melbourne developers to build offices – during a housing crisis
Parkland, affordable housing and commercial office spaces earn developers bonuses to build in the CBD. The code was meant to be reviewed but it hasn’t been touched.
Live
AFL 2024
Clever Lions pierce Melbourne defence in season-shaping win; Petty matters between Lions and Demon
The Lions won by 22 points - a flattering margin in the end for the tired-looking Demons. The win puts the Lions season firmly back on track.
Take a Giza at this: Hotel that serves drinks with a sphinx is on the market
The famous North Geelong hotel with a grand – and fake – sphinx could be yours, but it will cost you a pharaoh bit.
Influencer warned about eclipse before stabbing partner and pushing girls out of moving car
The woman, who described herself as a “divine healer”, had told her more than 100,000 online followers that the impending total solar eclipse was “the epitome of spiritual warfare”.
EU approves new laws to address illegal migration
The plan was drawn up after 1.3 million people, mostly fleeing Syria and Iraq, sought refuge in Europe in 2015.
Analysis
Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Albanese says the entire world wants a two-state solution. But do Israelis and Palestinians?
Well-meaning global manoeuvring on a two-state solution is occurring in isolation from the people whose views matter most.
Sneakergate: Is it bad for brands if politicians like their clothes?
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is the latest politician making an unexpected impact on style after he wore a popular style of sneakers to an interview.
Top chef Ben Shewry reckons the pasta at this underrated CBD restaurant is better than Bologna’s
The Attica restaurateur and chef shares his Melbourne and Sydney food and drink favourites – plus the Malaysian food city he almost wishes he could keep secret.
See & Do
Take your seats: The 14 new movies we can’t wait to see
From sequels to reboots, rom-coms and Ryan Gosling, consider this your must-see list for the next few months.
This festival will make you laugh, cry, and maybe ask: ‘Wait, what did I just watch?’
From a Norwegian clown to Josh Thomas’ return to stand-up, this year’s MICF has got it all. Keep an eye on our ever-growing list of reviews here.
Victoria
Serial thief stole $500K from family business to pay for ‘frivolous extravaganzas’
Over four years, bookkeeper Robyn Lunney used the bank account of her employer to fund her lavish lifestyle.
Beard there, done that: Dan Andrews rocks the ‘exile beard’
The former premier has joined Kevin Rudd and Al Gore in the former leaders’ facial hair trend.
Exclusive
Melbourne Writers Festival
Future of struggling Melbourne Writers Festival uncertain after exodus
It’s financially dwarfed by interstate events, and now the embattled Melbourne Writers festival faces some tough decisions.
Emerging teacher, talented netballer with a ‘heart of gold’: Who was Hannah McGuire?
At 23, her life was just starting to bloom. Now, she’s allegedly the 18th woman to be violently killed in Australia this year – and the third in Ballarat alone.
Six asbestos parks confirmed as council at centre of saga calls for taskforce
The Allan government has come under fire over the mulch issue, with the opposition demanding a statewide audit of asbestos on public land.
AFL
The Scoop
‘We have Big Brother out there’: 500-game umpire’s fear for the future
One of football’s most decorated umpires has warned of the ‘Big Brother’ element creeping into the game and has fears that technology may eventually render goal umpires obsolete.
Opinion
Why three matches was the right penalty for Jeremy Finlayson
The Port star’s three-match ban is the first time an AFL footballer has been suspended for homophobic comments. It is to be hoped that it also will be the last.
Jake Niall
Chief football writer, The Age
Politics
Exclusive
ALP
‘Dumping ground’: Labor Senate team under spotlight for being union-heavy, minister-light
Labor must recruit future MPs from more diverse backgrounds to remain relevant, two federal MPs argue, as the party’s primary vote sits at historic lows.
Business
Woolworths and Coles are hoarding land, IGA operator tells Senate inquiry
The boss of Metcash Food calls for even stronger merger laws, while Aldi Australia’s boss explains why it has no stores in Tasmania.
World
School ignored multiple warnings that six-year-old had a gun before he shot teacher
The child, who had a history of aggressive behaviour, pulled a handgun from his jacket and shot his teacher.
Opinion
Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Peace won’t be achieved through speeches like Penny Wong’s
Colin Rubenstein
Executive director of the Australia/Israel & Jewish Affairs Council
Opinion
‘RAGING!’ Trump pounces as Biden gets some bad news
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
Why we shouldn’t put the Spotlight on sex work
Jenna Price
Columnist and academic
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Property
Summer is choosing between eating and paying rent. Right now she’s homeless
Tenants report being evicted with nowhere else to go as Melbourne’s rental crisis deepens and queues form for available properties.
Exclusive
Title Deeds
Family of crypto casino billionaire who bought Melbourne’s most expensive house buys beach house for $16m cash
The seller used to be ranked Australia’s youngest billionaire, just as the buyer is now.
Good Food
Lifestyle
‘DropTok’: Is our obsession with clear eyes doing more harm than good?
Over-the-counter eye drops have become part of many people’s daily routines. But experts are concerned excessive use may be masking underlying problems.
Culture
Michael Douglas, at 79, is done with difficult people
As “master seducer” Benjamin Franklin in the new Apple TV+ series, the veteran actor makes a rare foray into the past.
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Sport
Rivalling the Dream Team: NBA superstars bound for ‘an Olympics like no other’
LeBron James, Victor Wembanyama and the NBA’s superstars are all lining up for Paris 2024 and Brian Goorjian knows he will need a gritty Boomers team to stare down an Olympic field like no other.
Live
AFL 2024
Clever Lions pierce Dees defence in season-shaping win; Petty matters between Lions and Demon
The resurgent Brisbane Lions have recorded their first home-and-away win at the MCG since 2014 after stunning Melbourne by 22 points.
Flemington boss quits as Saints hunt for new CEO
Former Fremantle CEO Steve Rosich is free to explore new roles after announcing he is leaving his senior post at the VRC. The news comes as St Kilda continue to search for a replacement chief executive officer for Simon Lethlean.
Opinion
AFL 2024
A new force is emerging in the AFL. It’s bad news for the Bombers and Saints
The Suns, with their riches of young talent and growing superstars, are on the brink of a meteoric rise. This is a warning to all: prepare yourselves, for the Suns are ready to unleash a new era of dominance in the AFL.
Kane Cornes
AFL columnist
What’s a gold medal worth? Cash for medals in historic Olympics move
Olympic gold just got a lot more lucrative for track and field athletes in Paris.
How an EPL powerhouse kept Gulden at the Swans and ‘out of the Melbourne bubble’
At age 21, Errol Gulden was faced with the biggest decision of his career: whether to stay at the club he grew up in or seek riches elsewhere. He stayed.
‘The boss is here’: A year after being snubbed, the Shark bites at Augusta
Not welcome at Augusta National last year because of his LIV Golf role, Australian golf legend Greg Norman is back at the Masters and making his presence felt.
Have Your Say
If you don’t think we’re living in weird times just have a look at the sporting world
Drug allegations, homophobic and racist abuse and faces covered in blood – there’s madness in the air.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
