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Drivers are ‘fighting in the streets’ over a lack of car parking
Harriet has to move her car every two hours because her apartment complex doesn’t have enough parking spaces. She’s facing thousands of dollars in fines.
Musk’s X has court win over church stabbing videos
Elon Musk has argued that by blocking the video to all Australians, the watchdog was in effect seeking a global ban outside its jurisdiction.
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Public housing
Labor on the brink of civil war over public housing
Ahead of the ALP state conference this weekend, influential construction unions have joined more than 30 Labor branches in contesting the Allan government’s plans to redevelop Melbourne’s 44 public housing towers.
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Crime
The ABC reporter, the underworld postman and the ‘sinister threats’
An award-winning reporter passed on menacing messages from an organised crime gang to journalists, but he denies any wrongdoing.
Dutton under pressure to accept responsibility for released detainee
Labor has called on Peter Dutton to take responsibility for releasing a detainee who is now accused of attacking a Perth grandmother.
‘Iron Dan’ Andrews’ next career move aligns with Twiggy’s green dream
They’re both well-known for having a certain – let’s call it single-minded – management style, what happens if differences emerge on strategy or tactics?
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Just open
First look at the riotous Indian diner reviving a legendary Lygon Street location
Clashing colours and banana leaf feasts washed down with cocktails bring pulsating energy back to the former site of a beloved Italian restaurant.
Downsizers outbid young couples for $4.06 million Hawthorn East house
The home, which had a guide of $3.5 to $3.8 million, had drawn the interest of young couples as well due to nearby schools.
While his band was away on tour, a military coup erupted at home
On new album Funeral for Justice, Tuareg guitarist Mdou Moctar lets rip ferocious riffs steeped in urgent anti-colonialism.
A Trump trial. Raging wars. Campus protests. Is everything ‘on fire’?
Most Americans say they’re unhappy with the direction of the country. But nearly the same number say they are generally satisfied with their personal lives.
Opinion
Trade wars
The US is tightening the screws on China
Joe Biden is throwing the kitchen sink at a key part of China’s economy.
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
Analysis
Telecommunications
Optus needs a reset. A former Melbourne Storm boss could be the answer
Stephen Rue faces an uphill battle to restore Optus’ brand, but the connections he made while at the helm of Melbourne Storm could be key.
Analysis
AFL 2024
We’ve been gifted some breathtaking football - we have the Pies to thank for it
Since the Magpies turned themselves into comeback kings, other clubs have cottoned on that you’re only out of a game when you tell yourselves you are.
How Paris is going to gouge tourists this year
Visitors to the French capital during the European summer will pay more for hotels, meals out, entry to tourist attractions and public transport.
‘Nausea, dizziness, blood’: Djokovic says bottle blow still affecting him
The world No.1 was comfortably beaten in the third round of the Italian Open, two days after being struck on the head by a bottle.
The unlikely alliance that saved net fishing in Gippsland
After the 2018 election, commercial nets were fast being banned in waters across the state. But a quiet little pocket of the bay fought back - and won. In Corner Inlet, the story is now a local legend.
Miss out on aurora australis? The southern lights’ splendour could fill our skies again soon
Stargazers flocked to bayside Melbourne and coastal Victoria overnight hoping to enjoy a glimpse of the southern lights after Saturday’s extraordinary display. They were left disappointed – but there’s still hope.
Opinion
Housing crisis
Unable to crack the housing market, I went looking for cocaine
No, I’m not contemplating becoming a drug dealer, but I will need something close to a lottery win to get me out of the rental rat race.
Millie Muroi
Business Reporter
Victoria
From jail to counselling, Matt is proof men can change their behaviour if they want to
Realising the gravity of what he’d lost helped Matt become a reformed family violence offender. Now back with his daughter and with a new life ahead of them, he wants support for others to change.
How (and where) to snag a fish in Melbourne and regional Victoria
Victorians are hooked on fishing. Here are some expert tips to increase your chances of success.
Leanne fled the country to escape domestic abuse. Now she faces jail
Leanne fled Australia with her two children as she says it was the only way she knew how to protect herself from her violent husband.
Brunswick’s ‘sky rail’ has been delayed. This is what locals want
Advocates have presented their wish list to the government, saying the delay is an opportunity for major change before the Upfield line is ripped up.
Shoot the aurora australis like a pro – even on a smartphone
These stunning photos of the southern lights were taken by a professional, but most smartphones can take top shots too.
AFL 2024
From Wang with love: Joe Richards on his long road to a Magpies debut
From teaching special education in Wangaratta, to starring for the AFL’s reigning premiers – Joe Richards has taken the long road to the AFL.
Form no longer concerns McRae as Magpies return to top eight
Collingwood suffered three more injuries in the win over West Coast, but have forced their way into the top eight and their form is improving by the week.
Politics
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Immigration
Inside Labor’s drastic cap on overseas students – and the urgent meeting it triggered
Universities will be forced to stop a surge in overseas students, sparking fears about the impact on the $48 billion industry.
Business
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Workplace
Gen Z doesn’t care about work perks. They want cold hard cash
Free lunches, gym memberships and gimmicky thrills are no longer important to young professionals, according to a survey.
World
Jerry Seinfeld’s support for Israel prompts walkout at uni ceremony
Dozens of students walked out of Duke University’s commencement ceremony, some chanting “free Palestine,” to protest against guest speaker Jerry Seinfeld.
Opinion
Too often, alcohol and family violence go together. We need to separate them
Kym Valentine
Actor, family violence survivor-advocate
Expelling problem students sounds impressive. But all it does is pass the buck
Adam Voigt
CEO and former principal
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Property
First home buyers pay $1.3m for ‘very cool, retro house’ in Brunswick East
The sell-off of ex-rental properties across Melbourne is benefiting first home buyers.
Melbourne suburbs with the most distressed property sales
Financial strain has caused some Melbourne homeowners to reach a tipping point and list their home for urgent sale.
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Lifestyle
I lost my mother at age four, but these women were always there for me
Whenever somebody said, “Ya mum,” I’d always smile to myself. “Which one are you talking about? I have many incredible mothers.”
Culture
‘She looked as though she was dying’: The Australian show that saw the unravelling of a diva
When Judy Garland arrived at Mascot Airport, customs officials made a decision that would likely prove fateful.
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AFL 2024
A reminder that footy is just a game, and why Dees need Petracca to be their Dusty: Key takeouts from round nine
The outpouring of grief for Cam McCarthy underpinned round nine and showed us that footballers are as fragile as the rest of us, while Christian Petracca gave us a glimpse of what might be the answer to Melbourne’s forward woes.
From Wangaratta with love: Joe Richards on his long road to a Magpies debut
From teaching special education in Wangaratta, to starring for the AFL’s reigning premiers – Joe Richards has taken the long road to the AFL.
Four Points
AFL 2024
Gold Coast don’t need more pimply kids, but the Tigers do: Why a Rioli trade could be on
The Suns are interested in talented Tiger Daniel Rioli, and a trade could be mutually beneficial for both parties.
Form no longer concerns McRae as Magpies return to top eight, but injury list grows
Collingwood suffered three more injuries in the win over West Coast, but have forced their way into the top eight and their form is improving by the week.
Magpies’ injury woes deepen despite thumping win; Crows and Lions in second draw of the season
Follow along for all the major moments and post game reactions as the Sunday games play out for round nine.
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Australian cricket
Reeve dreams of wearing the baggy green, but the number of south Asian cricketers at the top is going backwards
The number of Australian cricketers with south Asian heritage is growing at the grassroots and junior levels, but not in the elite teams. But there is a plan to help kids like Reeve Bal Pannu follow in the footsteps of Usman Khawaja.
‘Farcical scenes’: Lightning lose netball match after thinking they’d won, but the result will stand
Sunshine Coast Lightning played keeping-off in the final 30 seconds of ordinary time, thinking they had a 71-70 lead. But replays later showed the scoreboard was wrong, and they were forced to play extra time.
Have Your Say
Cameron out with delayed concussion but AFL clears Cats
Geelong have been cleared of breaching the AFL rules, despite the Cats revealing on Saturday that key forward Jeremy Cameron had been diagnosed with delayed concussion from a heavy head knock on Friday night.
