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China relations
‘Shoddy work’: China twist on Australia’s $492m Pacific pledge
The government agreed to the substantial funding after the Asian Development Bank pledged to reform its bidding processes.
Opinion
Domestic violence
Holding all men responsible for a violent minority has failed to keep women safe
The more I heard the discourse around respect and violence, the more it reminded me of being told that it was up to all Muslims to own the problem of terrorism and solve it.
Waleed Aly
Columnist, co-host of Ten's The Project and academic
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Social media
‘Meta will play hardball. So will the government’: Facebook threatens Canadian option
“Meta’s threat to pull news content from Australia should send a shudder down the spine,” says Assistant Treasurer Stephen Jones.
Three arrested, burnt-out ute found as Mexican police search for Perth brothers
A torched vehicle has been found as Mexican authorities search for Perth brothers Jake and Callum Robinson.
Bonza received a default notice on April 17. It kept selling tickets
Bonza’s administrators have confirmed the company’s board received “event of default” two weeks before its fleet was seized.
Taxpayers pick up tab for MPs’ Gallipoli jaunt
Labor MPs taunted for taking Liberal and National “human shields” on taxpayer-funded Anzac Day trip to Gallipoli.
‘Get your foot off Carlton’s throat’: When Eddie McGuire went into bat for the Blues
For Eddie McGuire, there’s nothing better than the anticipation of Collingwood playing Carlton - and then beating them. Which is why he intervened at the Blues’ lowest ebb.
Grunge icon Prince of Wales for sale at knock-down price
St Kilda’s once-grungy Prince of Wales Hotel is back on the market carrying a discounted price tag of $30 million.
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Services Australia
Joeanne was stabbed while at work at Centrelink. She says it should never have happened
The career public servant was left battling severe pain and nerve damage and is unable to return to work, but hopes beefed-up security will keep others safe.
Small packages: 10 amazing countries that punch above their weight
Tiny is mighty – you can have incredible travel experiences in some of the world’s smallest countries.
Alexis Wright wins Stella Prize with ‘perhaps the great Australian novel’
The Indigenous writer has won the $60,000 award for her acclaimed novel, Praiseworthy, making her the first to win the prize twice.
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AFL 2024
Late Hawk hero’s son to debut, stirring high hopes and feelings
Calsher Dear, the teenage son of late Hawthorn premiership player and Norm Smith medallist Paul Dear, will make his debut for the Hawks on Sunday in a rapid ascension that stirs hopes and feelings.
Will clubs hand Thomas another chance? We asked them the question
Of 11 AFL clubs who spoke to The Age about a potential return for Thomas, three said they were highly unlikely to offer him a career lifeline.
From Donald Trump to MONA’s David Walsh: Our soaring anxiety about status
Widening inequality, shifting fortunes and social media neediness are lifting our anxiety about status to new heights.
Dicey Topics
Good Weekend
Bee Sting author Paul Murray told his parents he was going to church. He was doing something far more uplifting
The Irish writer on his childhood fear of the devil, his superpower – and one of the enigmas of his latest novel.
Houseplants need different care during winter. Here’s how to look after yours
For indoor gardens to thrive during the cooler months, you need to get your lighting and watering right.
Keep or cull? What to do with the mementos of an ex-partner
A necklace. Valentine’s Day cards. CDs. Notebooks. What to do with love’s detritus?
MELBOURNE’S EAT STREETS
See Lygon and die: The resuscitation of Melbourne’s most iconic eat street
Melbourne’s most iconic dining strip was saved from a slow demise – but if you’re only visiting for Italian, you’re doing it wrong. In this series, Dani Valent tells you exactly where you should go to eat and drink.
As some Melbourne restaurants close their doors, this strip in the west is booming. Here’s why
In Melbourne’s west, diners are spending big at this once-unassuming strip that now bustles with amazing eateries. In this series, Dani Valent tells you exactly where to eat and drink on Watton Street.
Victoria
Nobu, $270k cash and a number plate to taunt police: The high life of tobacco war accused
The flashy life and alleged crimes of an associate of exiled gangland boss Kaz Hamad have been laid bare during an application to revoke his bail.
Andrews accused of trashing Commonwealth Games brand for own political gain
The boss of Commonwealth Games Australia has again taken aim at Daniel Andrews’ “callous” decision to abandon the 2026 Games.
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Electric vehicles
Surveyors warn EV chargers in old apartment buildings should have fire safety approval
The Australian Institute of Building Surveyors warn the rapid uptake of the technology has created fire risks not yet addressed by existing building regulations.
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Crime
Father serving 33 years for murdering sons prepares new fight for release
Robert Farquharson was convicted of murdering his three sons, Jai, 10, Tyler, 7, and Bailey, 2, by driving them into a dam near Winchelsea on Father’s Day in 2005.
What happens if you don’t tap off? The answers to your Melbourne public transport questions
Ever wondered why the City Loop changes direction in the middle of the day? Or what happens if you forget to tap off your myki? These are the answers to Melbourne public transport’s biggest mysteries.
AFL
Opinion
The move that could end Carlton’s 29-year premiership drought
Jeremy Cameron has been a formidable weapon for Geelong this year. It’s time for the Blues to copy the Cats, which could finally put them on a stronger path to ending a premiership drought that is now in its 29th year.
Kane Cornes
AFL columnist
‘It is breaking me’: Brayshaw brother launches attack on AFL judiciary
Hamish Brayshaw has mounted an impassioned attack on what he sees as the incomprehensible way so-called head protection in the AFL is being administered.
Politics
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Crime
Commonwealth prosecutor feared detainee would reoffend, but didn’t oppose bail before home invasion
A Commonwealth prosecutor twice raised fears a former immigration detainee would reoffend but did not oppose bail in the months before the man was accused of a brutal home invasion.
Business
Analysis
Media & marketing
Why TV news has been forced to change
Competition from agile digital outlets and social media giants is forcing a major rethink of how TV news is delivered, and who is best suited to do so.
World
Europe must prepare to send troops to defend Ukraine, Macron says
The French president told The Economist that governments will need to act if Vladimir Putin makes a significant breakthrough in the coming months.
Opinion
‘Community safety is our priority,’ the government says. Tell that to Ninette Simons
David Crowe
Chief political correspondent
The narratives cloaking ‘weak’ Albanese and ‘nasty’ Dutton are setting like cement
Niki Savva
Award-winning political commentator and author
Why no news from the Fed is good news
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
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Property
How well-heeled buyers are paying millions for luxury homes - without a home loan
In the rarefied air of some of the most well-heeled neighbourhoods, it’s routine for buyers to spend millions without a mortgage.
‘Aussie’ John Symond lists his trophy home. Yours for just $200 million
The last time the Aussie Home Loans founder listed the waterfront mega-mansion in Sydney’s Point Piper, he knocked back $110m because he couldn’t part with it.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Opinion
Comedy
Eight pressing questions I’ve left unanswered for decades
The answers are surely a quick Google away. But do I really need to know?
Richard Glover
Broadcaster and columnist
Culture
Protest, pain and family the themes as Archibald Prize entries arrive
As the entries arrived at the Art Gallery of NSW ahead of Friday’s deadline, you could tell a lot about recent events in Australia by the faces painted.
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AFL 2024
Late Hawk hero’s son to debut, stirring high hopes and feelings
Calsher Dear, the teenage son of late Hawthorn premiership player and Norm Smith medallist Paul Dear, will make his debut for the Hawks on Sunday in a rapid ascension that stirs hopes and feelings.
‘Get your foot off Carlton’s throat’: When Eddie McGuire went into bat for the Blues
For Eddie McGuire, there’s nothing better than the anticipation of playing Collingwood - and then beating them. Which is why he intervened at the Blues’ lowest ebb.
Will AFL clubs hand Tarryn Thomas another chance? We asked them the question
Of 11 AFL clubs who spoke to The Age about a potential return for Thomas, three said they were highly unlikely to offer him a career lifeline. Others will do their homework on the former Kangaroo who was suspended for threatening women.
‘I set Connor up to fail’: Hinkley’s brutal admission after star skipper’s injury
Port Adelaide’s coach admits he blundered and set Connor Rozee up to fail by disastrously gambling on the Power captain’s dicey hamstring.
‘It is breaking me’: Brayshaw brother launches attack on AFL judiciary
Hamish Brayshaw has mounted an impassioned attack on what he sees as the incomprehensible way so-called head protection in the AFL is being administered.
‘I’ve never seen that happen’: Shock obstacle bobs up in Warrnambool jumps race
A clerk of the course has been involved in a near miss when they and a riderless horse veered into the path of a jumps field.
AFL Briefing
AFL 2024
Blues bolstered by midfielder’s return; Bomber’s long-term commitment; Beveridge labels Draper’s jibe ‘bizarre’
Andrew McGrath has made a huge call on his playing future; Carlton’s firing midfield has received another boost ahead of their Pies blockbuster; and Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has responded to Essendon ruckman Sam Draper’s “bizarre” jibe.
Have Your Say
The move that could end Carlton’s 29-year premiership drought
Jeremy Cameron has been a formidable weapon for Geelong this year. It’s time for the Blues to copy the Cats, which could finally put them on a stronger path to ending a premiership drought that is now in its 29th year.
Kane Cornes
AFL columnist
