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Property development
The YIMBY plan to oust the NIMBYs from local councils
Candidates at the coming local government elections will be asked to pledge that they will not block apartment developments, as YIMBY and pro-housing groups seek to expand their clout in key inner-city areas.
Hollie Hughes turfed from winnable Senate spot in Liberal preselection
The centre-right senator will be replaced by Jessica Collins, who is aligned with conservative forces in the NSW Liberal Party, including shadow treasurer Angus Taylor.
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Population
Coalition rules out baby bonus as births continue to slip
Shadow treasurer Angus Taylor, a father of four, says the nation’s falling fertility rate is a growing issue for all economic policymakers.
Comedian Rhys Nicholson’s ‘maximalist’ home sells for $842,500 after auction
The Coburg home passed in for $810,000, but soon sold to the highest bidders in post-auction negotiations.
Updated
Tragedy
Man who killed mother, daughter in Perth home was looking for his ex-wife
The man attended the Floreat house looking for his ex-wife. He instead killed a 59-year-old woman, and an 18-year-old woman.
Nationals grassroots members go nuclear over Welcome to Country ceremonies
The Victorian Nationals rank and file want a future Coalition government to back nuclear power and to axe funding for Welcome to Country ceremonies.
Live
AFL 2024
Stringer on target in 200th game as Dons lead Tigers; Giants take down Cats in Geelong
Follow along for all the major moments and post game reactions as round 11 reaches its Saturday matches.
Latest live posts
Loading‘It is dangerous’: Hardwick and Voss tackle umpires
Damien Hardwick has called on the game’s decision-makers to do faster calls on holding-the-ball decisions because players’ health and safety is at risk.
Peter Bol’s Olympic place secure despite revelations in anti-doping hearing
Athletics Australia says Peter Bol’s spot at Paris 2024 will not be affected by the revelations that included the discovery of a screenshot of doping information on his phone.
Live
A-League Men
Mariners set sights on treble as Victory push for first title in six years
Can the Victory produce another late twist to spoil a fairytale finish to the season for the treble-hunting Mariners? Follow all the action in Gosford.
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Global economy
Xi and Putin’s love-in is an ominous sign for the West
Russia and China have traditionally treated each other with mutual suspicion and loathing. But now they are closer than ever.
Liam Halligan
Former Nine News boss Darren Wick accused by staff of drunken, lecherous behaviour
Current and former staff allege the former head of news and current affairs engaged in “alcohol-fuelled grope sessions”.
Former NASA boss arrives to boost Australian space race
Lt Gen Larry James has moved to Australia to increase our teaching and research capability.
Bridgerton in Brunswick? Regency romance arrives in Melbourne
Fans of the hit Netflix series frocked up for the lavish interactive Bridgerton experience, dripping with sumptuous sets and selfie moments.
How a spicy midlife crisis launched The Unsatisfactory Spouses Club
When marriage trouble hit a group of Melbourne friends, they sought solace in each other.
Dicey Topics
Good Weekend
Writer Marian Keyes on pushing through depression’s ‘numb bubble’
One of Ireland’s most successful authors talks candidly about overcoming mental health challenges, giving writing “a go” – and her definition of success.
WEEKEND READS
Where billionaires share a street with hostels for the homeless
St Kilda is a place constantly in transition. While cash is flowing into the bayside suburb, it’s also an area that locals will fight doggedly to protect.
After heart surgery Nick Hudson quit his job at BHP to become a push-up evangelist
The former engineer wants to improve mental health around the globe, one push-up at a time.
Victoria
Jacinta Allan’s Labor faces trouble as the west gets wild
After a decade of golden years under Daniel Andrews, his replacement is facing a storm of problems that have trashed Labor’s vote.
Can you really turn your house into a power plant?
Virtual power plant programs, and the growing number of retail offers being built around them, are coming at a critical moment in the energy transition.
Former Nine News boss Darren Wick accused by staff of drunken, lecherous behaviour
Current and former staff allege the former head of news and current affairs engaged in “alcohol-fuelled grope sessions”.
Exclusive
Crime
‘The Punisher’: Why the underworld was abuzz with rumours after attempted execution
The former bikie and professional boxer has played a key role in the revival of the Brothers 4 Life gang to try to gain a slice of the lucrative market.
Exclusive
Healthcare
Prolific circumcision doctor banned from performing the surgery
The Medical Board of Australia has placed a series of conditions on the registration of Melbourne doctor Hershel Goldman.
AFL 2024
Analysis
Grounds for complaint: Why Dons, Blues and Saints want fewer Marvel games
Tenants of the AFL-owned Docklands stadium are queuing up to ask for more games at the MCG.
Draft Dreams
The 1985 smash hit inspiring footy’s next generation of stars
The Age is following three prospective AFL draftees as they bid to join the big time in November. In our second part of the series, find out how one of pop music’s biggest moments is driving a footy team.
Politics
Opinion
Political leadership
Five prime ministers in five years was dismal. But a new reality is unfolding
We’ve progressed from the era of disposable political leaders to a new era of relatively indispensable ones.
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
Business
Opinion
Ask an expert
My income protection costs $362 a month. Is it really worth it?
Income protection insurance can be expensive, but it’s a comforting parachute to have if you’re suddenly unable to earn.
Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon
Money contributor
World
‘Influencer of God’: Teenager clears last miracle hurdle on road to sainthood
“Carlo was the light answer to the dark side of the web,” his mother said of the “patron saint of the internet” who will now be canonised.
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Property
Britt made a temporary move, but she loved the area so much she stayed
The rising cost of housing in a string of bayside and inner-east suburbs hasn’t deterred buyers, bucking the trend of Melbourne’s softening market.
He sold his studio to Netflix for $700m. Then he went on a $120m property spree
The Animal Logic co-founder has taken to real estate in a big way in recent years, and his $12 million Byron Bay cash buy is just his latest acquisition.
Good Food
Recipe collection
Comfort food
Five marvellous meatball recipes to cook this weekend
Lifestyle
The friends coming up with a novel solution to the housing crisis
As rent and house prices rise, living close to friends and maintaining a sense of community is becoming harder than ever.
Opinion
Trends
In appealing to the rich, has trail running lost its dirtbag spirit?
Sarah Berry
Lifestyle Health Editor
Opinion
Oral health
Yes, we love to hate them, but here’s some sparkling news for dentists
Jo Stubbings
Writer and reviewer
Culture
Points for trying, but Margaret Court Arena is not a place for opera
Opera Australia took a risk staging Puccini’s opera at Margaret Court Arena – and it mostly paid off.
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Sport
‘We support Peter’: Bol’s Olympic place secure despite revelations in anti-doping hearing
Athletics Australia says Peter Bol’s spot at Paris 2024 will not be affected by the revelations that included the discovery of a screenshot of doping information on his phone.
Live
AFL 2024
AFL 2024 round 11 LIVE updates: Stringer on target in 200th game as Dons lead Tigers; Giants take down Cats in Geelong
Follow along for all the major moments and post game reactions as round 11 reaches its Saturday matches.
‘It is dangerous’: Hardwick and Voss tackle umpires
Damien Hardwick has called on the game’s decision-makers to do faster calls on holding-the-ball decisions because players’ health and safety is at risk.
Live
A-League Men
A-League grand final LIVE: Central Coast Mariners v Melbourne Victory
After scrapping their way to the decider, can Victory produce another late twist to spoil a fairytale finish to the season for the treble-hunting Mariners? Follow all the action in Gosford.
Updated
AFL 2024
‘Not allowed to do that’: AFL’s call on controversial free kick that stunned the Pies
The AFL has backed an umpire’s controversial call against a Collingwood player that resulted in a crucial last-quarter Fremantle goal in Friday night’s thrilling draw.
How Victory’s unsung shot-stopper inspired his side to the verge of a title
Paul Izzo has overcome injury and disappointment to lead Melbourne Victory to the verge of an improbable A-League Men’s championship trophy.
Analysis
AFL 2024
Grounds for complaint: Why Dons, Blues and Saints want fewer Marvel games
Tenants of the AFL-owned Docklands stadium are queuing up to ask for more games at the MCG.
Have Your Say
‘A unique relationship’: The odd couple driving the resurgent Bombers
As mercurial Bomber Jake Stringer reaches a major milestone, we speak to two of his closest football friends.
