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Analysis
Defamation
The omnishambles that cast nobody in glory
Bruce Lehrmann’s foolish case faltered with lies before he was called a rapist. Along the way he managed to damage and hurt many lives and reputations.
Analysis
Courts
This judgment will bring some comfort to sexual assault victims everywhere
The judgment by Justice Michael Lee in finding Bruce Lehrmann was a rapist is a masterpiece of common sense and cut-through.
‘The Lehrmann imbroglio’: The wry observations of Justice Michael Lee
It was an “omnishambles” with a highly unsatisfactory witness at its heart, the Federal Court judge said of Bruce Lehrmann’s unsuccessful defamation case.
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Crime
Christian leader, worshippers stabbed during service in Sydney
Graphic video shows Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel being attacked by a man in a black jumper. One man has been arrested as police are trying to quell what has become a dangerous situation outside the church.
Bondi Junction victim was a junior sports star in Victoria
Ashlee Good, who died in the attack at the Sydney shopping centre, was chosen for the Olympic torch relay in 2000.
Opinion
Life in the ’burbs
My suburb may be in the ‘Bayside Bubble’ but isn’t like the others
When I moved house, friends in the “bubble” promised they would visit. But one thing turned out to be as much of a psychological barrier as a physical one.
Sofia Dedes
Writer
This country’s national dish is fascinating … and challenging
It’s deeply cherished, and the source of much pride. Diss it at your peril (I learnt the hard way).
Opinion
Retirement living
A comfortable retirement? Not on these numbers
As a recent retiree, I finally have more free time on my hands. I confess, I use a chunk of that free time wondering how long I can afford to enjoy all that free time.
Paul McShane
Freelance writer
Crackdown on low-quality appliances to fix faults with upgrades plan
A new $200 minimum payment on key appliance upgrades is being planned to weed out poor quality products from Victoria’s Energy Upgrades program.
People smugglers could exploit visa black ban: Home Affairs
“We know that people smugglers look at any changes … and they sell them,” Operation Sovereign Borders’ Rear Admiral Brett Sonter told an inquiry.
Killer who reached over children to stab ex had fallen through the cracks, coroner hears
James Leonard Fairhall murdered Noeline Dalzell after arriving at the family home in breach of safety orders.
Phoebe is at a crossroads. Travel more than an hour for footy training or give up the game she loves
By any measure, Aussie Rules is the No.1 sport in Victoria, especially in the state’s rapidly growing regions, but many female players face a dilemma once they turn 14.
AFL Briefing
AFL 2024
Daicos reveals plan to break tag as Magpies get back to ‘DNA’
Port tagger Willem Drew was praised for curbing Nick Daicos’ influence in round 19 last year. This time the Magpie star is prepared.
How Peter Bol fought back from false doping accusation to make Olympic team
He’s been wrongly accused, temporarily banned, and sidelined by a pesky hamstring injury. But Peter Bol is back and out to win gold.
Broken phones and snacks: What a piano teacher on $40,000 spends in a week
On this week’s Money Diary, our diarist has recently dropped her phone and the touchscreen no longer works, so she makes do with a mouse and voice-to-text.
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BONDI JUNCTION TRAGEDY
How Tahir’s late notice shift change at Bondi Junction ended in tragedy
Faraz Tahir worked nights. But on Saturday he agreed to fill in for a day shift at Westfield. These were his final moments.
‘Bollard man’ didn’t know what was happening when he took on Joel Cauchi
French construction worker Damien Guerot and his friend Silas Despreaux were at the shops on Saturday when a commotion began.
Victoria
Updated
Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Fourteen arrested after pro-Palestine activists blockade parts of Melbourne
After a day of protests across the city, dozens gathered outside Broadmeadows Town Hall, calling for Hume council to pass a motion calling for an end to any deals with companies that supply weapons to the Israeli military.
Man charged over attacks on Fawkner home of alleged underworld figure
Federal police and Border Force officers arrested the 20-year-old man at Melbourne Airport just before 8pm on Saturday.
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Education
Public schools were banned from demanding money from parents. They’re losing millions. See where your school stands
Parents are giving a lot less to public schools since a crackdown on mandatory fees in 2021, leaving a $35m hole in the budget. But while some struggle, other schools are thriving.
Ex-AFL boss McLachlan off to the races and moves into challenging coaching role
Gillon McLachlan faces many challenges in his post AFL life; coaching the Prahran under 13s might be the toughest.
Airbnb asked John to host a guest in trouble. It ended up costing him thousands
The long-time host was suspicious. He’d already rejected the woman as she did not have a long accommodation history – but he trusted Airbnb.
AFL
Analysis
Intense demands on Dees, Pies; here comes Harley: Key takeouts from round five
You may have heard of No.1 draft pick Harley Reid. On Sunday, he showed he’s both a monster and a surgeon on the field.
Opinion
Four Points: Reality bites as Hawks sink to 54-year low; Bevo’s Bulldogs out of tune
The Hawks haven’t started a season this badly since 1970. At the Bulldogs, Luke Beveridge is experimenting with new material, but diehard fans are not convinced.
Peter Ryan
Sports reporter
Politics
Israel urges Australia to list Iran’s Revolutionary Guard as terrorists
Israel is seeking urgent action from Australia and other democracies to label the Iranian Revolutionary Guard a terrorist organisation in a bid to prevent it amassing weapons
Business
Opinion
Casinos
Star wars: The dirty fight between the casino and its regulator
It is very difficult to imagine how the current board of Star will be able to mend its relationship with the regulator and navigate the path to restore its licence.
Elizabeth Knight
Business columnist
Opinion
Currencies
Why the US dollar is setting off alarm bells around the world
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
World
Israel’s air defences stood up to Iran – but they don’t cover where seven-year-old was hit
Amina al-Hasoni, 7, is clinging to life. Were it not for systemic inequities in Israel, her relatives said, maybe she too could have been spared.
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Property
Bespoke features attract $1,675,000 payday for Newport vendors at auction
“It’s a very, very special home,” the agent said. “People who weren’t actually considering buying in the inner west, were actually considering this house.”
First home buyers ‘relieved’ to nab $1.256m house, beat 11 others
The three-bedroom family home attracted 12 parties at auction, where the agent joked the burger joint down the road was worth an extra bid.
Good Food
Lifestyle
I gave birth to twins, and it inspired a crime novel
Identical twins are genetically the same person. DNA – the great crime solver – is unable to pinpoint a single suspect.
Culture
This 95-year-old is the NGV’s next blockbuster artist
The most comprehensive survey of Yayoi Kusama’s work ever to be brought to Australia will include childhood sketchbooks and the famed immersive mirror rooms.
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Sport
‘I can take anyone’: How Peter Bol fought back from false doping accusation to make Olympic team
He’s been wrongly accused, temporarily banned, and sidelined by a pesky hamstring injury. But Peter Bol is not only “thrilled” to be back on the Australian team for Paris 2024; he also sent a warning that he is there to win gold.
‘The little boy from Queensland, eh?’ Dunstall elevated to Legend status
Dunstall said he’d struggle in the modern game because he’s not “an athlete”, but that truth hides a lie.
Analysis
AFL 2024
Intense demands on Dees, Pies; here comes Harley: Key takeouts from round five
You may have heard of No.1 draft pick Harley Reid. On Sunday, he showed he’s both a monster and a surgeon on the field. Plus, the Lion who had a breakout game against Melbourne and the fixture demands on Collingwood and Melbourne.
The shot that broke his rivals’ hearts and won Scheffler the US Masters
The world No.1 was under pressure before producing a moment of magic with a stunning shot on the final day that set him up for his second green jacket.
AFL Briefing
AFL 2024
Daicos reveals plan to break tag as Pies get back to ‘DNA’
Port tagger Willem Drew was praised for curbing Nick Daicos’ influence in round 19 last year. This time the Magpie star is prepared.
‘He’s a bit of a villain’: Short confident he can beat Sun Yang in Paris … if he’s there
Controversial Chinese swimmer Sun Yang could compete at this year’s Olympics. Australia’s 400m freestyle world champion wants to take him on.
Updated
A-League Men
FA and NSW Police investigating Nazi salute at A-League match
Controversy has marred Saturday’s A-League Sydney derby after television cameras showed a fan performing what appears to be a Nazi salute.
Have Your Say
Four Points: Reality bites as Hawks sink to 54-year low; Bevo’s Bulldogs out of tune
The Hawks haven’t started a season this badly since 1970, and if they lose to the Kangaroos this week, the heat will turn right up, while at the Bulldogs, Luke Beveridge is experimenting with new material, but diehard fans are not convinced.
Peter Ryan
Sports reporter
