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Roads
The premier said Victoria needed this project immediately. Now it’s on ice
The Allan government has quietly walked away from a major project that could save 10,000 daily truck trips.
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Immigration
The true number of ex-detainees who have allegedly reoffended
The revelation is likely to raise even more questions about Labor’s handling of the crisis.
Opinion
UK election
A man who can’t organise an umbrella can’t possibly organise a teenage army
Sorry to rain on Rishi Sunak’s parade, but this is a bold idea for an unpopular government to stake its future on.
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
Worried about her family’s past, Alisha took a test. Results shocked her dad, but saved her life
When the results of Alisha’s $550 genetic testing came back, it shocked two generations. Her story could be more common than many think.
‘It is getting worse’: Anne Summers says rise in domestic violence ‘horrific’
Summers pointed to the increasing use of technology to spy on women as one sign of the increase in abuse.
The type of home that’s only getting more expensive
Two key statistics indicate that Australia’s housing affordability crisis will continue to worsen, even as governments scramble to ease supply constraints.
A Carlton favourite is shutting its doors after more than four decades
Age chief food critic Besha Rodell remembers having her first meal at the Olive Jar in 2018, and whispering to her husband: “I think this is my favourite restaurant in the world.”
Opinion
Life in the ’burbs
On the mean streets of 1970s Fitzroy, even the trees looked like they wanted to die
The suburb of today – filled with bars, cafes, markets and designer boutiques – was unimaginable. Back then, locals loved the cheap rent and “anything goes” attitude.
Justine Costigan
Contributor
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Airline reviews
Airline review: Believe it or not, this US budget carrier is excellent
Free Wi-Fi and in-flight entertainment, complimentary snacks and drinks, plenty of legroom – this budget airline exceeds expectations.
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Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Netanyahu admits ‘tragic mistake’ after Israeli strike on Rafah camp kills dozens
An Israeli airstrike triggered a fire that killed 45 people in a tent camp in the Gazan city, officials said, prompting an outcry from global leaders.
The growing movement to hand rogue builders criminal penalties
Currently, builders caught flouting the law face being slapped with a fine or having their licence suspended for certifying uncompliant work, but many say it’s not enough.
Frydenberg warns of rising antisemitism in Australia
Former treasurer Josh Frydenberg has raised his concerns about increasing antisemitism in Australia amid the ongoing war in Gaza.
‘I still have impostor syndrome’: The chaos of Maya Hawke
Yes, her dad’s Ethan Hawke and her mum’s Uma Thurman. But Maya Hawke is creating thoughtful work on her own terms – including her new album, Chaos Angel.
Opinion
AFL 2024
Sticking a tackle is getting harder. We should be celebrating
Yes, players are warier of tackling their opponents to the ground. Yes, it makes it harder to stick a tackle. Yes, it means developing a new technique. Let’s embrace it.
Greg Baum
Sports columnist
From Tuscany to Bali: 12 cooking schools worth planning an overseas trip around
Australian-Japanese food writer Emiko Davies is living the dream, sharing her Tuscan food knowledge with visitors. Plus 12 more culinary adventures to experience.
A social media ban for under-16s won’t work. Here’s what will
Calls have been growing louder for age limits to be raised from 13 to 16. To add to the momentum, some say a ban is the only way to protect our kids. But is it?
Locked up at 16, this former inmate now runs tours of the prison he spent years in
Chris Austin was one of the first people incarcerated in Jika Jika, Pentridge Prison’s notorious maximum-security division. It’s where he witnessed his first murder.
Victoria
11-word text from Sutton at centre of court battle over Robbie Williams gig
A text message from then-chief health officer Brett Sutton proves F1 concert in 2020 featuring Robbie Williams could have gone ahead, touring company says.
Disgraced union official sues for $1.3m over denied claim for mental illness
Kathy Jackson, the former Health Services Union national secretary, claims she was left unable to work two days after the union took steps to remove her over allegations of gross misconduct.
Ex-deputy mayor found guilty of murdering his mother after killing brother
Paul Cohrs has been found guilty of murder over the shooting death of his 81-year-old mother, one hour after he shot dead his brother amid a years-long family dispute.
Nine’s newly appointed news boss admits culture of power games
Fiona Dear addressed a growing staff revolt in the television newsroom over allegations of lecherous and toxic behaviour by her predecessor Darren Wick.
Fire obliterated any chance of working out campers’ cause of death, court told
A forensic pathologist said she could not say how Russell Hill, 74, and Carol Clay, 73, died after their bodies were burnt into thousands of bone fragments.
AFL 2024
Magpies’ injury pain: Abdominal tear keeps De Goey sidelined, Cox, Richards also out
Collingwood’s injury list continues to mount with impressive mature recruit Joe Richards suffering a foot injury, and Mason Cox likely to miss up to six weeks, while Sydney’s Luke Parker has failed in his bid to get his six-week suspension downgraded.
Ginnivan says coach Mitchell picked his brain to plot Hawks win
Hawthorn’s Jack Ginnivan says his three years at the Magpies did teach him how to win close games; intel he is now sharing with Hawks coach Sam Mitchell.
Politics
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Gas
‘No shortage’: Producers reject minister’s gas supply claim
Victoria’s gas companies have declared there is no shortage of local reserves to fill impending shortfalls.
Business
Country Road calls in investigators amid harassment, bullying complaints
The fashion retailer has launched an independent investigation after staff said it did not adequately handle their sexual harassment and bullying complaints.
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Tragedy
Australia to send aid to PNG after up to 2000 people buried alive in landslide
Rugged and remote conditions are hindering rescue efforts in Papua New Guinea.
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Property
Downsizers compete to pay $4.3m for Middle Park terrace without car space
The home’s high-spec renovation prompted two bidders to push the price well beyond the quoted price range. It was one of 1028 auctions scheduled on Saturday.
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.
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Lifestyle
The exercises you should be doing to lower blood pressure
Experts agree that one of the best way to prevent and lower hypertension is by working out. Here’s what they recommend
Culture
ABC’s Laura Tingle under fire after ‘racist country’ comments
ABC’s 7.30 chief political correspondent Laura Tingle has come under fire for comments she made criticising Opposition Leader Peter Dutton.
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AFL 2024
Hawthorn racism claim terminated by Australian Human Rights Commission
The commission has terminated a claim against Hawthorn by First Nations ex-players and their partners after the parties failed to come to a deal.
‘I don’t know if it’s the last time’: Nadal casts doubt on future after defeat
Rafael Nadal is unsure if he will be back next year at Roland-Garros – the tournament he won 14 times – after bowing out in the first round.
Magpies’ injury pain: Abdominal tear keeps De Goey sidelined, Cox, Richards also out
Collingwood’s injury list continues to mount with impressive mature recruit Joe Richards suffering a foot injury, and Mason Cox likely to miss up to six weeks, while Sydney’s Luke Parker has failed in his bid to get his six-week suspension downgraded.
Opinion
Real Footy Podcast
Can Essendon go all the way this year?
This week on the Real Footy podcast, Jake Niall, Caroline Wilson and Michael Gleeson discuss the Bombers, who are now unbeaten in seven games.
Staff writers
Unwanted history made as Saville joins Australia’s Roland-Garros casualty ward
There are no women left in the Roland-Garros draw after Daria Saville joined Ajla Tomljanovic in suffering a first-round exit on the second day of the claycourt major.
Ginnivan says coach Mitchell picked his brain to plot Hawks win
Although he says he sometimes had to don an “invisible cloak” at Collingwood, Hawthorn’s Jack Ginnivan says his three years at the Magpies did teach him how to win close games; intel he is now sharing with Hawks coach Sam Mitchell.
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Formula 1
‘Oscar, we do see the impact of the damage’: Why Piastri’s third F1 podium is his most telling yet
Australian Oscar Piastri avoided a horror crash to claim his third Formula 1 career podium ahead of some of the sport’s biggest names at the Monaco GP.
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The Cripps-Warner connection; Blues’ missing piece; big fortnight for Pies: Key takeouts from round 11
Chad Warner and Patrick Cripps have a mutual connection who is having a big impact on their seasons, while the Blues may have found an unlikely missing piece to their forward puzzle.
