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In-depth conversations with the people fascinating Australians right now, from sport to politics to the arts.
Infrastructure funding pledge to help ease SEQ growing pains
Last week, south-east mayors took their infrastructure woes to the state government. By Friday, they had secured a $350m injection.
Exclusive
Discrimination
Labor’s hate speech bill to outlaw vilification
New laws to be introduced into a highly charged political context will make it a criminal offence to vilify a person based on race, sexuality, gender, disability or religion.
‘What if we’ve been drinking?’: New campaign aims to improve what you know about consent
The success of the federal government’s year-long consent campaign will be a test for Anthony Albanese’s pledge to end gender-based violence in one generation.
Qld builds on housing push with $1000 cashback for apprentices’ tools
The payment for first-year apprentices is part of continued efforts to meet the state’s housing and infrastructure demands amid cost-of-living pressures.
Exclusive
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.
Opinion
Immigration
Immigration cuts only work if women have more babies. Dutton knows they won’t
Our real population problem is not one of excess. Birth rates are declining.
Jacqueline Maley
Columnist and senior journalist
‘Havoc’ for patients as hundreds of medicines in short supply
More than 420 medicines are in short supply. Medical experts say at best, the shortages are frustrating, at worst they’re dangerous.
Opinion
Cryptocurrencies
Don’t be fooled by record prices, crypto is still as unsafe as ever
The introduction of crypto ETFs has sent investors into a frenzy. But it’s important to remember that the market is still unregulated and volatile.
Victoria Devine
Money columnist
Opinion
Ask an expert
I’m terrified of running out of super. How do I prevent this?
Running out of money is a common worry when people first retire, but there are many options that can guarantee you income for life.
Paul Benson
Money contributor
Opinion
Hip pocket
Why debt is not always a dirty word
Debt is generally considered detrimental, but there are times when the finance world begs to differ.
Dominic Powell
Money Editor
Analysis
A-League Men
Miracle Mariners: Is this the greatest team Australian soccer has ever seen?
Before the Central Coast Mariners even had a chance to compute that they had just won the treble, they were swarmed by a pitch invasion.
Wallabies stocks rise for rookie duo: Four things learnt from Reds’ demolition
Two rising stars never would have considered themselves Wallabies chances heading into the season. Their star showings on Saturday night could change that.
Why Sam Burgess and Warrington are in line to join NRL clubs in Las Vegas in 2025
Adding a Super League game to the double-header at Allegiant Stadium would bring fans flooding in from the UK.
‘He doesn’t believe you’: Nicki Minaj reportedly arrested for possessing drugs in Amsterdam
The rapper and pop star was travelling to England for the next stop of her world tour when police reportedly said they found drugs in her luggage.
‘You had to hustle’: How Debi Mazar went from New York door girl to Hollywood star
The 59-year-old Younger actor’s latest role has brought her all the way to Adelaide.
‘Nothing made sense until I came out when I was 19’: The Block judge opens up
“I orientated myself toward the women in my life because they felt safe,” says Darren Palmer.
Queensland
Units without car parks may have once led to ‘a riot’. Now, Miles wants more
The premier found a silver lining as he fronted a property sector lunch to spruik Labor’s housing plans in the Sunshine State.
Why young people want elders to be more involved in this sensitive issue
In Queensland’s Youth Parliament, the representatives are better behaved than adult MPs. And Jessica Stone, 18, is one of those pushing for positive change.
Horrendous death as son is ‘left to die in the dirt’
Two men who chased down and caused the crash of Jakob Opacic, brother of NRL star Tom, pleaded guilty to manslaughter and have been sentenced.
Musk loses anti-Muslim fight in Queensland hearing
The Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal ruled that his company X – formerly known as Twitter – has to answer to the state’s laws despite being based in America.
‘Give us 100 days’: LNP doubles down on another 2032 Games review
Queensland parliament has passed laws to establish a long-promised independent group to steer progress towards 2032. The LNP still wants to put its own stamp on it.
Politics
Analysis
Energy
This week in Australia, energy and climate collided. It’s a global story
The announcement that the life of Australia’s biggest coal-fired power station is to be extended was not unique in a world struggling to battle climate change and keep pace with energy needs.
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 if you’re suddenly unable to earn.
Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon
Money contributor
World
Updated
Israeli-Palestinian conflict
World Court orders Israel to halt assault on Gaza’s Rafah, and Australia agrees
Australia believes Israel should abide by the International Court of Justice’s “binding” ruling, saying its military assault in southern Gaza must stop, a senior minister says.
Opinion
Britain’s best hope is a PM with the charisma of frozen peas
Nick Bryant
Journalist and author
I won’t mourn the sudden death of the man who oversaw my sham trial
Kylie Moore-Gilbert
Political scientist and writer
Explore
Property
‘People feel cheated’: Cut to home buyer budgets leaves households reeling
Workers are feeling ‘pretty distressed’ to realise the basics of life have slipped further out of reach than even in the recent past.
He sold his studio to Netflix for $700m. Then he went on a $120m 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
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Ship reviews
Ship review: The world’s biggest cruise ship is insanely perfect
These giant ships are not everyone’s cup of tea, but for families who see the advantage of an all-in-one, something-for-everyone holiday, they’re just the thing.
Culture
Opinion
Streaming
Why I’m grateful for Baby Reindeer, the anti-hero alternative we desperately need
In this era of self-congratulatory and safe memoirs, the Netflix series dares to be dangerous.
Mark Mordue
Traveller
Drivedrive
From Our Partners
Sport
Analysis
A-League Men
Miracle Mariners: Is this the greatest team Australian soccer has ever seen?
Before the Central Coast Mariners even had a chance to compute that they had just won the treble, they were swarmed by a pitch invasion.
Sunday sport quiz: Heavyweights and the world’s highest-paid athlete
Challenge yourself with our sports quiz on the latest in world and local events and the big match-ups in sporting history.
Wallabies stocks rise for rookie duo: Four things learnt from Reds’ demolition
Two rising stars never would have considered themselves Wallabies chances heading into the season. Their star showings on Saturday night could change that.
Why Sam Burgess and Warrington are in line to join NRL clubs in Las Vegas in 2025
Adding a Super League game to the double-header at Allegiant Stadium would bring fans flooding in from the UK.
Analysis
NRL 2024
Arthur, Moses back Eels culture after sacking
Sacked coach Brad Arthur is still defending the culture at Parramatta, and a TV reporter has accused star half Mitchell Moses of swearing at him at training.
Analysis
Draft
Why some AFL clubs’ recruiting ‘war chest’ won’t deliver guns
The AFL’s new pay deal has created space everywhere, and smaller clubs have to offer more than money when competing against the powerhouses.
Adam Walton learnt tennis at a racetrack. Now he’s at Roland-Garros
Australian Adam Walton broke into world tennis’ top 100 last week. His childhood introduction to tennis will take some beating.
Have Your Say
PNG league team is a great idea – but why should we pay for it?
Albo’s mob is talking about putting in $60m annually for 10 years to sustain the Port Moresby team. Something doesn’t add up.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
