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Police allege private bail program faked GPS tracking for suspected gangland client
An accused lieutenant in the tobacco wars was released on bail on the condition he wear a tracking bracelet, but police allege it was nothing more than a watch.
Breaking
AFL 2024
AFL blocks move to induct Carey as NSW Hall of Fame legend
League boss Andrew Dillon delivered the news personally to Carey on Friday morning in a phone call, saying it would be inappropriate for him to receive such an honour at a time when the AFL was taking a stance honouring victims of violence against women.
‘A great deal to lose’: Ten’s settlement offer to Lehrmann revealed
Network Ten’s lawyers said Bruce Lehrmann had “a great deal to lose” if he continued his defamation case against the broadcaster and did not accept an offer to walk away from the case, new documents reveal.
Young girl’s brave act trying to save mum from fatal stabbing
A 10-year-old repeatedly disarmed bodybuilder Sven Lindemann as he dragged her mother through the house and stabbed her mother in a jealous rage.
Updated
Super Rugby
Melbourne Rebels to continue fight for survival after winning rescue vote
A private equity-backed consortium has put forward a deal to save the debt-laden Super Rugby club.
Updated
Victoria floods
Flemington flood wall made disaster worse, but it won’t be torn down
The wall raised water levels for at least 240 homes in Maribyrnong during 2022’s downpour, including some homes that likely would have avoided inundation if it had not been built.
They bought a beach house for $13.5m. They just sold it for almost double
Nick and Camilla Speer bought the glamorous beachfront villa for about $13.5 million four years ago and did a cosmetic renovation.
High Street is jam-packed with bars, cafes, restaurants – but this is its best section
The 18-kilometre stretch runs through five suburbs in Melbourne’s north, and one slice of the strip is enjoying its golden era. In this series, Dani Valent tells you exactly where to eat and drink in Thornbury.
Updated
Horse racing
‘Insanity’: Racing clerks cleared after shambolic day at the track
Racing Victoria stewards cleared two clerks of the course of any wrongdoing as they attempted to catch loose horses at Warrnambool on Thursday, but will review protocols.
Beer in a hot tub, then nothing: The search for two Australian brothers in Mexico
A torched vehicle has been found as Mexican authorities search for Perth brothers Jake and Callum Robinson.
The teenage guns following in the Matildas’ footsteps
The future of women’s soccer in Australia will be on show in Saturday’s A-League Women’s grand final between Melbourne City and Sydney FC, with girls’ participation numbers booming.
‘What have we done?’ Lawyer, editor in Stormy Daniels deal appear shocked after Trump won
The text messages were shown to the jury on the latest day of the trial, in which Trump has been accused of falsifying business records to cover up an affair with a porn star.
Analysis
Federal budget
Six simple words that could fire the gun on the next election
The federal budget, if you pay close attention, could reveal Labor’s hand – and its plan to be sensible but boring.
Second WA detainee allegedly re-offends months after High Court release
The man is accused of aggravated burglary. The discovery of his case comes amid ongoing controversy over the release of another former detainee.
Wild first aid: Orangutan applies medicinal plant to treat facial wound
Animals have been known to eat certain plants to alleviate stomach discomfort, but scientists had never seen one apply a makeshift bandage to heal a wound before.
Exclusive
Aviation
‘Not for the faint-hearted’: Jetstar boss on the high-stakes battle for Australia’s skies
There’s a cruel irony to Australia’s newest low-cost airline scrambling to get out of voluntary administration while the country’s oldest celebrates its 20th birthday.
Opinion
ICC Men’s World Cup
Australian selectors optimistic at best in ignoring T20’s A-kid
Malcolm Knox
Journalist, author and columnist
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Opinion
Domestic violence
Holding all men responsible for a violent minority has failed to keep women safe
Waleed Aly
Columnist, co-host of Ten's The Project and academic
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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
Updated
Public housing
Public housing towers class action case dismissed, but judge throws lifeline
The legal fight against the demolition of Melbourne’s high-rise public housing towers has been dealt a major blow.
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.
Exclusive
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.
Updated
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.
AFL
Exclusive
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.
‘I set Connor up to fail’: Power coach’s brutal admission
Ken Hinkley admits he blundered by disastrously gambling on the Power captain’s dicey hamstring.
Politics
‘Utterly committed’: New ‘quad’ emerges to push back on China
Australia, the US, Japan and the Philippines have made a show of strength against China’s growing assertiveness in the Indo-Pacific.
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
Opinion
US election
Why Donald Trump will benefit from the US college chaos
A lesson from 1968 – and, indeed, from the 1972 election – is that campus unrest favours the Republicans.
Nick Bryant
Journalist and author
Opinion
Holding all men responsible for a violent minority has failed to keep women safe
Waleed Aly
Columnist, co-host of Ten's The Project and academic
‘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
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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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Updated
Super Rugby
Melbourne Rebels to continue fight for survival after winning rescue vote
A private equity-backed consortium has put forward a deal to save the debt-laden Super Rugby club.
Breaking
AFL 2024
AFL blocks move to induct Carey as NSW hall of fame legend
League boss Andrew Dillon delivered the news personally to Carey on Friday morning in a phone call, saying it would be inappropriate for him to receive such an honour at a time when the AFL was taking a stance honouring victims of violence against women.
The teenage guns following in the Matildas’ footsteps
The future of women’s soccer in Australia will be on show in Saturday’s A-League Women’s grand final between Melbourne City and Sydney FC, with girls’ participation numbers booming.
Exclusive
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.
How do you stop Roaming Jeremy, the footballer destroying defences?
Geelong’s Jeremy Cameron is already considered one of the game’s best players, but the way he is being used is inflicting maximum damage - and despair.
‘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.
Updated
Horse racing
Racing Victoria to review after Warrnambool’s day of ‘insanity’
Racing Victoria stewards cleared two clerks of the course of any wrongdoing as they attempted to catch loose horses at Warrnambool on Thursday, but will review protocols.
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
