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Has Victoria’s day of economic reckoning finally arrived?

Sinking feeling: Labor’s day of economic reckoning may have arrived

Surrounded by debt, the Allan government finds itself backed into a financial and political corner.

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‘Stop the crocodile tears’: How a judge silenced a remorseless killer

Sven Lindemann, Monique Lezsak

Monique Lezsak died in a frenzied knife attack at the hands of her then partner Sven Lindemann as her daughter desperately tried to help.

Labor adds billions to state deals on housing

Albanese struck a deal with state and territory leaders on Friday to inject more cash into construction, including a five-year agreement on social housing.

‘Nobody erred on the side of caution’: Racecourse flood wall mistakes identified

The Flemington Racecourse flood wall kept the track in perfect condition while Maribyrnong homes flooded.

A flood management expert says avoiding flood problems means making the right decision at the start - and now the Maribyrnong River’s issues are almost impossible to fix.

There are plenty of threats to The Age’s best-known promise to readers, as explained by Editor Patrick Elligett

There are plenty of threats to The Age’s best-known promise to readers, as explained by Editor Patrick Elligett

The Age aims to be “Independent. Always”. There are several ways we try to keep that commitment.

Stabbing video not offensive enough to be removed, X Corp tells court

X Corp’s legal team argues that footage of a Sydney priest being stabbed does not meet the legal threshold for it to be forcibly removed.

Epstein loves getting into serious topics, but he’s equally at home with popular culture, sport and the lighter side of life.

‘It’s a huge part of who I am as a person’: Raf Epstein goes home for lunch

The host of ABC Radio Melbourne’s Mornings show sits down for a meal at a place that has been practically a second home for most of his life.

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Why I won’t go to the NGV’s perplexing and problematic Pharaoh blockbuster

The image used to promote the National Gallery of Victoria’s new Pharaoh exhibition shows a figure that is probably Thumose III.

When Indigenous artefacts are being returned, and there is global recognition of the sanctity of the dead. Why do we make an exception for Egyptian rulers?

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A ritual once marked marriage as a spiritual death for women. It’s now a stunning performance

The Bridal Lament by Rainbow Chan brings together the ancient and contemporary to explore the line between cultures.

Bill Gates’ megayacht is on the market.

Bill Gates to sell $1.1 billion green megayacht – before it’s even set sail

The world’s fourth-richest man is offloading his floating palace, but it comes at a rocky time for the yacht industry.

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Scott Griffi ths and Steph Costa have been housesitting continuously for two years. They estimate they save about $40,000 to $50,000 a year on rent alone.

House-sitting: The cozzie-livs life hack saving some $40,000-plus a year

From young professionals to grey nomads, more people are bouncing rent-free between strangers’ homes. Indeed, for some it’s a lifestyle choice.

Lowanna Grant stayed living with mum Karla into her 30s. Here’s why

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Jury discharged on first day of missing campers murder trial

Jury discharged on first day of missing campers murder trial

A new trial is expected to begin early next week after former pilot Gregory Lynn pleaded not guilty to the murders of campers Russell Hill and Carol Clay.

Former Home and Away star to plead guilty to assault after three-day manhunt

Orpheus Pledger voluntarily left SAS Australia early in the series after being called on to discuss his lack of engagement.

Melbourne actor Orpheus Pledger has been remanded in custody to face charges after he allegedly assaulted a woman.

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‘Absolute bunkum’: Issue government blamed for surprise hospital axing had been known for years

An aerial view of Arden Station under construction in January.

The health department knew about the issues three years ago, The Age can reveal.

‘Autopilot’ hit-and-run driver sentenced to nine months in jail

Police seize Sakshi Agrawal’s Tesla in March 2022.

Driver Sakshi Agrawal struck 26-year-old nurse Nicole Lagos before fleeing the scene and lying to police that her Tesla had been in self-driving mode.

Pulped fiction: Thousands of library books removed as collection culled

Removalists at the City Library taking away a truckload of books.

A truckload of books has been taken away under plans to reduce shelving at Melbourne’s City Library and replace it with meeting spaces.

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Dan Houston (left) and Zak Butters of the Power celebrate.

Power hold off fast-finishing Cats to score first win in Geelong since 2007; slick Swans outclass Dockers

Port Adelaide scored their first win in Geelong since 2007 while the Swans strengthened their place at the top of the ladder with a win over Fremantle.

Tarryn Thomas is serving an 18-match AFL suspension and was sacked by North Melbourne.
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If new allegations of harassment against former Kangaroo Tarryn Thomas are verified, his case to return to play AFL football must be ruled off for good.

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Former Fremantle and GWS player Cam McCarthy.
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‘Prodigious talent’: Former Dockers and Giants player Cam McCarthy dies

Former teammates of Fremantle and GWS player Cam McCarthy will play with heavy hearts this weekend as they mourn the tragic death of the key forward at the age of 29. 

Ben Amarfio has resigned his position with Racing Victoria.

Another big-name executive walks from Racing Victoria

A second big name has announced he is finishing up at Racing Victoria as the industry prepares for Gillon McLachlan; clubs fight to host All-Star Mile; super Cox Plate wish list.

Run out of chances: North Melbourne’s Tarryn Thomas.

‘Walk the walk’: Clubs cast doubt over Tarryn Thomas’ AFL future as ex-North star faces fresh police investigation

The troubled AFL player was sacked by the club earlier this year after an investigation revealed threatening behaviour towards a woman.

Brendon Gale (left) and Dustin Martin embrace after the 2017 grand final.
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Gale force heads to Tasmania; Newman fined over bump; Howe forward with Elliott out

Brendon Gale has been announced as the inaugural CEO of the Tasmania Devils, Carlton’s Nic Newman is free to take on Sydney he was fined for a high bump on Alex Neal-Bullen, while injury-hit Collingwood will be without Jamie Elliott against West Coast.

Flex: Sam Walsh enjoyed his opening goal at the MCG.

‘Not all midfielders can do that’: The Sam Walsh move that put Carlton’s flag quest back on track

Carlton and Melbourne played out another MCG thriller, and the narrow margin could have far-reaching consequences for the fate of both teams this season.

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