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Political leadership
Government’s popularity plunges as voters punish Labor for ballooning debt, broken promises
Support for Jacinta Allan’s government has dropped to a primary vote of 28 per cent, sliding from 42 per cent under Daniel Andrews’ leadership about a year ago.
Opinion
Opinion
The ‘glass cliff’ behind drop in support for the Allan government
Though the state election is still two years away, a damning poll for Labor doesn’t paint a pretty picture for the Allan government.
Annika Smethurst
State Political Editor
Editorial
Victorian Parliament
Victorians are deserting Labor and its own budget contains the reason
The state’s surging debt and the government’s shelved promises laid out in this month’s budget have sent support for Labor to a fresh, and deep, low.
The Age's View
Editorial
Passenger dead, eight Australians in hospital after flight’s 6000-foot plunge
Dozens of Australians were on board a Singapore Airlines flight from London that plunged 6000 feet after hitting severe turbulence.
Thunderstorm ‘waves’ and jet streams: Why flights are getting bumpier
Severe turbulence has increased by 55 per cent on one of the world’s busiest flight paths.
Grandfather dies after ‘severe’ turbulence on Singapore Airlines flight
Geoffrey Kitchen was travelling with his wife of more than 50 years, Linda, who has been transferred to hospital in Bangkok for treatment.
Opinion
Japan
If it feels like everyone you know is going to Japan, that’s because they are
There’s a growing awareness that Japan is essentially on sale right now, thanks to a favourable exchange rate.
Ben Groundwater
Travel writer
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Review
Chris Hemsworth steals the show in this ambitious addition to Mad Max saga
George Miller’s action sequences in Furiosa, the most expensive Australian film ever, are as exhilarating as ever.
‘You fail to meet your calcium needs’: Where this general manager’s diet falls short
Marty McCaig is behind Byron Bay’s hottest hotel. Here, he shares his day on a plate.
The graph that shows stressed home owners are at a tipping point
Owners are selling up in greater numbers this autumn than they were at the same time last year, new figures show.
Australia to ban replicas of weight loss drugs Ozempic and Mounjaro
The ban will drastically reduce the availability of the popular weight-loss injections – which have been in short supply globally – and disrupt the businesses capitalising on the huge demand.
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Domestic violence
Anger, revenge, domestic violence: Why do fathers kill their children?
The Lismore father suspected of killing himself and his two-year-old son has left a community bereft. Many are asking what is behind such a heinous act.
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Roads
Trick of the light: How everyone was programmed to drive faster through the Burnley Tunnel
These green bars of light send a subliminal signal to drivers and Transurban says the move is working as intended.
Opinion
Immigration
The truth about immigration that pollies – like Dutton – don’t want you to know
The unaffordability of home ownership is a good issue for the election campaign, but Peter Dutton is drawing a long bow in linking it to immigration.
Ross Gittins
Economics Editor
Adam Liaw’s simple breakfast proves fruit salad isn’t just for summer
Winter citrus is approaching its best in May and June, so it’s time to take it out for a spin.
Want to get your super fighting fit? Here’s where to start
It’s never too early to start thinking about your super, even if retirement feels like a long way off. Here’s where you should start.
The toxic positivity in my workplace is driving me up the wall. What can I do?
Toxic positivity can trigger shame, reduce wellbeing and increase stress.
Victoria
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Missing campers trial
Camper’s widow tells murder trial of affair ultimatum, a husband’s vow and radio silence
Russell Hill’s wife packed a bag for her husband’s camping trip and never saw him again. She has told a jury about their marriage, his affair and the silence that led her to call in police.
From Cold Chisel to Hotspur: ‘Big Ange’ calls the tune
Ange Postecoglou is back at home, but he is a long way from where he started. It’s been a ride like no other in Australian sport.
From Pratt to Fox to Dalidakis: Who gets time with Jacinta Allan
The first full release of three months of MPs’ diaries reveals familiar names meeting Spring Street figures, including Anthony Pratt, Lindsay Fox’s family and unionists.
My suburb’s a sleepy paradise until the SUPs and MAMILs swoop in
It’s a sleepy paradise from Monday to Friday, a blip on Nepean Highway on the way to Frankston. But my suburb is transformed on weekends.
Their house values could fall 20% after shock change. The push is on for a fix
Property experts say house prices in an inner Melbourne estate could drop by up to 20 per cent after revised modelling for the Maribyrnong River catchment.
AFL 2024
Opinion
The number of Indigenous AFL players has plunged – and it’s going to get worse
John Evans
Pro Vice-Chancellor of Indigenous engagement
Swans star Parker suspended for six weeks after ugly VFL collision
The VFL tribunal found Luke Parker had failed in his duty of care in a challenge that left an opponent with facial fractures and concussion.
Updated
Thomas to be barred from football if fresh charges are proven
Sacked North Melbourne footballer Tarryn Thomas was charged by police on Tuesday for alleged harassment and breaching a court order.
Politics
Large scale nuclear reactor would cost $16 billion over 16 years: CSIRO
The nation’s top science agency has found the cost of large scale nuclear plants backed by the federal Coalition cannot compete on price with renewables.
Business
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World markets
ASX set to rise as Wall Street edges higher; Trump Media slumps
US stocks are drifting around their record levels as Wall Street looks to be headed for another quiet day of trading.
World
Macron heads to riot-hit New Caledonia as Australia, NZ evacuate tourists
Some 108 Australians and other tourists landed in Brisbane, Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong said. More flights are expected.
Opinion
When Taiwan changed leader, Beijing sent its own guests, uninvited
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
Page 97 of the budget kept me awake at night, and is a stain on Morrison’s legacy
Shane Wright
Senior economics correspondent
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Property
Seven of our favourite luxury homes for sale right now
We’ve rounded up our pick of the bunch, from double-height spaces to a double-sided fireplace.
‘Spun us out’: Carnegie vendors’ stylish reno earns $3.75m auction payday
The sellers paid $1.65m for the Californian bungalow in late 2020 and their renovation attracted five bidders, all locals, at auction.
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Lifestyle
More young people than ever identify as LGBTQ. But is it easier to be queer today?
What’s it like to grow up queer in modern times? Three Gen Z Australians share their stories.
Culture
Already binged Bridgerton? Here are seven other great period dramas to watch
If you’ve worked your way through Netflix’s juicy drama, get your fill of corsets, cravats and torrid love affairs with these other period drama shows.
Opinion
WordPlay
Australia leads the world in the use of this oxymoronic term
David Astle
Crossword compiler and ABC Radio Melbourne presenter
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Sport
Carlton stars join Tottenham fanfare but avoid breaking the ‘No Sherrin’ rule
Carlton players ventured down to AAMI Park for Tottenham’s open training, but didn’t break the ‘No Sherrin’ rule.
Starc destroys Head’s stumps to get better of Cummins in IPL
Travis Head’s duck in the IPL wasn’t all bad news for Australia because it signalled a stunning return to form by his national teammate Mitchell Starc ahead of the T20 World Cup.
Swans star Parker suspended for six weeks after ugly VFL collision
The VFL tribunal found Luke Parker had failed in his duty of care in a challenge that left an opponent with facial fractures and concussion.
Updated
Rafael Nadal
A fairytale ending is unlikely for Rafael Nadal, Australian great predicts
Australian tennis great Todd Woodbridge believes retirement-bound legend Rafael Nadal is long odds to achieve a fairytale Roland-Garros farewell in the next fortnight.
From Cold Chisel to Hotspur: ‘Big Ange’ calls the tune
Ange Postecoglou is back at home, but he is a long way from where he started. It’s been a ride like no other in Australian sport.
‘I haven’t got too many close friends in that team’: Carey opens up on Ashes abuse
At times in England, following his stumping of Jonny Bairstow, Alex Carey was reluctant to venture out in public.
Updated
AFL 2024
First-class cricketer and son of an ex-Dockers gun to debut for Magpies as De Goey out with ‘fresh injury’
Collingwood have introduced two players with sporting pedigrees to make their debut on Friday night with Jordan De Goey to miss against Fremantle.
Have Your Say
The booming kick set to be top pick in the mid-season draft
Meet Jasper Scaife, the forward with a famous work ethic whose WAFL coach thinks has such a booming kick he could be a punter in the NFL if he doesn’t make it in Australian rules footy
