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Victorian budget
‘Being suffocated until amalgamation is the only option’: No bailouts if cash runs dry, hospitals warned
Victoria’s hospitals have been warned they have to rein in rising cost blowouts and they will not be bailed out if they go over budget, stoking fears of amalgamations and eroded patient care.
Drivers versus cyclists: Bike lane plans trigger campaign war in St Kilda
Opposing campaign posters have gone up around St Kilda as locals face off over a council plan to build a separated bike lane and slash parking bays on a key street.
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Education
One single A4 sheet is all that justifies a $1.2 billion school program
It was billed as an important program for students catching up after COVID. But any evidence about the program’s effectiveness is being kept from teachers, schools and parents.
$9.3 billion: Chalmers lands the surplus double in third federal budget
Treasurer Jim Chalmers will attempt to reduce cost pressures on Australians while investing in a new manufacturing future in his third budget on Tuesday.
Murder trial over missing campers case due to begin
A jury will hear an outline of the case against Gregory Lynn, who has pleaded not guilty to murdering campers Russell Hill and Carol Clay in Victoria’s Alpine region in 2020.
It’s been years, but Jemma can still hear her baby screaming at the dentist
The number of babies having tongue-tie releases in Australia has skyrocketed over the past two decades. But debate continues to rage about the merits of the procedure.
I teased a friend who moved to this daggy suburb. Then I joined her – and fell in love
After a fruitless search in cooler suburbs, my partner and I ended up in this suburb, thinking we wouldn’t stay long. Twenty-five years and two extensions later, we’re still here.
‘Not in good standing’: Harry and Meghan’s Archewell charity issued with delinquency notice
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s foundation has been warned that it could be suspended from the charity register as a tax filing reveals it suffered a $16.6m drop in donations on the previous year.
Burning cars slam through fence, into suburban home in ‘targeted attack’
The flaming cars – an SUV and a ute – were driven into the Essendon property at 2am, when a man and woman were home.
Analysis
AFL 2024
The Richmond recession: Its underlying causes, and the Tigers’ way out
To strip back the playing ranks to near ground zero would be a road to prolonged recession. Richmond people well know what that looks like.
‘Love it out here’: What it costs to live in Melbourne’s top suburbs for wellbeing
The wellbeing factor of suburbs has been measured on indicators such as jobs, income, health and environment. But it comes at a price.
Michael Cohen, Trump fixer-turned-foe, takes the stand in hush money trial
The prosecution will hinge on how well Cohen can convince a jury that Trump falsified business records with the intent to commit campaign finance violations.
Opinion
Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Neither Israel nor Hamas is winning. Measured against their stated aims, they can’t win
Netanyahu has said that Israel will fight “until Hamas is eliminated – until absolute victory”. But as long as there’s Israel, there will be Hamas.
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
They’ve long made waves in Sydney, now these decorated hospo veterans will open in Melbourne
Get ready for lots of seafood and Iberian influences at the latest projects from decorated restaurant couple Ross and Sunny Lusted.
Who’s mad enough to reinvent a brand in a downturn? Only Pip Edwards
The fashion and social media personality is set to launch a new image for P.E Nation that goes beyond activewear at Australian Fashion Week.
Victoria
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.
Pokies will close six hours a day, but gambling losses are expected to rise
Losses from poker machines are expected to keep rising – despite the introduction of forced early morning closures – with no deadline yet set for broader reforms that were touted as the strongest in the country.
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Harold Mitchell
Premiers and billionaires line up to farewell an ad industry giant
Three former premiers and business magnates were among the mourners who gathered to farewell media businessman and philanthropist Harold Mitchell.
‘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?
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.
AFL 2024
Analysis
Why Demons need to turn Petracca into their Dusty
Melbourne have been trying to build a bridge between their peerless midfield and their forwards for more than two years now. Petracca may be their answer.
Four Points
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.
Politics
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Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Labor to announce university racism review
Tuesday’s budget is expected to include new funding for an investigation of racism in higher education as two teals back Coalition calls for an antisemitism inquiry.
Business
Anglo American turns down BHP’s improved $64b takeover bid
BHP chief Mike Henry said he was disappointed after the sweetened bid was immediately rejected by the London-headquartered miner.
World
‘Vast power of censorship’: Robert F Kennedy jnr sues Meta over video
The independent US presidential candidate has filed a lawsuit against Facebook’s parent, alleging the tech giant interfered in the election after it blocked a political advertisement “within minutes” of it going live.
Analysis
Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Sinwar drew up the attack that started the war in Gaza. Now he’s key to ending it
Patrick Kingsley, Julian Barnes and Adam Rasgon
Opinion
Young people think it’s their right to have a child when they want. It isn’t
Ramona Koval
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Property
‘I hate a sparse house’: Inside comedian Rhys Nicholson’s maximalist home in Melbourne’s north
Rhys and now-husband Kyran bought their first home in 2017. Not a fan of its stark white walls, the pair slowly added their personalities to the property.
Downsizers outbid young couples for $4m 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.
Good Food
Lifestyle
It’s hip to be grown-up at day one of Australian Fashion Week
Wearable collections are the surprising new runway trend brands thanks to a mature approach to business and design.
Culture
Soaring production costs push Opera Australia to loss as audiences shy away from early ticket purchases
Increasing costs and an ambitious production of Wagner’s Ring Cycle have contributed to an operating loss of $4.9m for the nation’s biggest arts company.
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Analysis
AFL 2024
The Richmond recession: Its underlying causes, and the Tigers’ way out
To strip back the playing ranks to near ground zero would be a road to prolonged recession. Richmond people know too well what that looks like.
Analysis
Australian cricket
His career pre-dates YouTube and Facebook, now Anderson’s exit sets stage for a Bazball Ashes assault
They admired his skill and sometimes were taken aback by his sledging. How Jimmy Anderson was seen through Australian eyes.
Analysis
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.
Newly re-signed Ugle-Hagan declares Beveridge is the Bulldogs’ man
Western Bulldogs young gun Jamarra Ugle-Hagan has thrown his support behind embattled coach Luke Beveridge and believes a selfless mindset can unlock their forward line’s potential.
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.
‘Nausea, dizziness, blood’: Djokovic says bottle blow still affecting him after shock loss
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 that fell from a fan’s backpack.
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.
