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Crime
Sydney church stabbing a terrorist act; Bondi hero ‘Bollard Man’ offered visa
A Christian leader was stabbed at a western Sydney church altar as a livestream captured the chaos.
From an aspiring teacher keen to meet others, to a murderous loner
The parents of the Bondi Junction killer have spoken of his descent from country school kid to national “monster”, against the backdrop of untreated mental illness.
PM calls for Australians to ‘unite, not divide’ after church stabbing
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called for peace after the alleged violent stabbing of a church leader on Monday night and injuries to several police in clashes outside.
Analysis
Defamation
Forensic gaze of Justice Lee left no one unscathed in Lehrmann defamation case
Bruce Lehrmann, Brittany Higgins and Lisa Wilkinson were all criticised in a defamation judgment that will be required reading for years to come.
Updated
US Votes 2024
‘I just couldn’t do it’: Trump’s trial stumbles at first hurdle
Dozens of jurors were instantly dismissed on the opening day of Donald Trump’s historic hush money trial after admitting they could not be impartial.
Poster calling for release of Israeli hostages covered in Melbourne
The sign, which originally read “bring them home now”, was organised by members of the local Jewish community at St Kilda.
Opinion
Bali
The Bali town where there are almost no tourists
No one would ever mistake Bali’s capital for a pretty town, but it offers its own unexpected charms.
Michael Veitch
Author, actor and broadcaster
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AFL 2024
‘Constant battle’: Why this Magpies defender is hanging up the boots at 24
Collingwood premiership player Nathan Murphy has decided to end his footy career immediately rather than risk further concussions, with the club saying a call was made to “medically retire”.
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Review
Like Fleabag, this dark comedy will make you laugh - and squirm
Based on creator Kat Sadler’s own experiences of depression, this black British comedy takes on many taboo topics.
The Victorian tree-change towns where property prices are rising fastest
Since mid-2023, local economic conditions, plus affordability and lifestyle factors, have sparked a turnaround in property in regional Australia.
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Restaurants
Melbourne’s ‘prince of pizza’ making dough in Norway after debts and drive-by shootings
Woodstock pizza chain founder Tony Cannata abruptly left Melbourne after his business collapsed, owing $8 million, but he’s continued to earn a crust at an exclusive ski resort overseas.
Analysis
Defamation
The omnishambles that Bruce Lehrmann unleashed on himself
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.
Lehrmann spotted at harbourside mansion owned by former chief justice’s widow
The former Liberal staffer spent time at the Point Piper home ahead of Monday’s defamation judgment.
Opinion
Trade
‘New Competition’? It’s protectionism with an industry policy veneer
Australia is about to join the protectionist wave sweeping through major economies with its “Future Made in Australia” scheme. History suggests we shouldn’t.
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
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Airline reviews
This seat delivers the best sleep I’ve ever had on a plane
Despite some awkward design elements, this lie-flat business class seat is one of the most comfortable in the sky.
RecipeTin Eats’ ‘totally crowd-pleasing’ chicken and corn hash is ready in a flash
Nagi Maehashi throws out the rule book and turns this throw-together US breakfast into dinner instead.
BONDI JUNCTION TRAGEDY
‘Escape, Hide and Tell’: Days before Bondi violence, Westfield owner’s safety message
Scentre Group boss Elliot Rusanow has rejected claims that it took up to 25 minutes after the initial attack on Saturday for alarms to sound.
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.
Victoria
The mistake 30 years ago that turned this precinct into the windy suburb
Docklands is often battered by strong winds, but experts say no wind testing was done when the suburb was built, while a wind sensor and more trees would mitigate the problem now.
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.
Their non-verbal daughter was trying to say something. A hidden camera revealed the abuse
NDIS Minister Bill Shorten has vowed he will seek a life ban on Lee-Anne Mackey’s former carers working with vulnerable people, after they were caught on CCTV bullying and abusing her.
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.
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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.
AFL
‘The little boy from Queensland, eh?’ Dunstall elevated to Legend status in hall of fame
Dunstall said he’d struggle in the modern game because he’s not “an athlete”, but that truth hides a lie.
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.
Politics
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.
Business
Ten let Lisa Wilkinson down over Logies speech, says judge in Lehrmann ruling
Ten was largely vindicated in Monday’s ruling, but Justice Michael Lee was critical of the network’s “grossly improper and unjustifiable” conduct.
World
Trump paid Stormy Daniels $200k to keep quiet. It could cost him a jail sentence
Donald Trump is expected to appear in court himself to plead his case relating to sex scandal payments as he campaigns to return to power. Here’s what you need to know.
Opinion
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Property
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.
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.”
Good Food
Lifestyle
What I wish I knew about microneedling before I tried it
The treatment is growing in popularity as an alternative to Botox and fillers. What’s involved?
Culture
Perspective
Music festivals
Fifty years ago, I went to Australia’s Woodstock. On Saturday, I went back
In the 1970s, the Sunbury festival celebrated rock music and youthful indulgence. At the weekend, the crowd returned. This time their clothes stayed on.
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AFL 2024
‘The constant battle’: Why Collingwood’s Nathan Murphy is hanging up the boots at 24
Headaches, migraines, anxiety. Nathan Murphy opens up about his immediate retirement from football after suffering concussion in last year’s grand final.
Head blasts ton off 39 balls as Maxwell takes IPL break
Travis Head blasted a 39-ball century to lift Sunrisers Hyderabad to victory over Royal Challengers Bangalore after Glenn Maxwell took an indefinite break from the Indian Premier League citing mental and physical fatigue
‘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.
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.
Have Your Say
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.
