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Immigration
Dutton’s department released two men convicted of aiding killers
Government documents also show that 102 convicted sex offenders were released into the community during the six years when Dutton held the portfolio.
Watch live: Jeers as PM talks, Coalition questions confidence in Giles
Meanwhile, Anthony Albanese has announced a new directive to ensure that protection outweighs any other decision by the Administrative Appeals Tribunal.
‘What were you thinking?’ Stoush erupts over fence dubbed a ‘glaring eyesore’
To some, it’s an eyesore that needs a fresh coat of paint or even bulldozing. But for the fence’s owners, it’s just a mix-up over 14 square metres of dirt.
Opinion
Donald Trump
Of the Trump trial’s sleazy cast, one actor performed best
During this historic trial, one person exhibited a strength of character the others plainly lack.
Bill Wyman
Columnist
News Corp begins staff purge as restructure takes shape
Rupert Murdoch’s Australian publishing empire has begun the painful task of shedding long-serving journalists amid falling revenues across the media industry.
Review
Footscray
I didn’t ride the bull but I had the food - and surprisingly, it was pretty good
Age chief restaurant critic Besha Rodell expected the food at Wild West to be functional at best – little more than an afterthought to pad the stomachs of the bull-riders. But she was pleasantly surprised.
Like Vegas meets Disney: Mega-resort is impressive, but I won’t be returning
Once an illicit playground for the elite, mega-resort Sun City now has different challenges.
Australians may be caught up in suspected Ticketmaster hack
Notorious hacker group ShinyHunters claims to have stolen the personal details and credit card information of millions of customers around the world.
Analysis
Immigration
Higher tolerance for rapists fighting deportation, but zero tolerance for facts
Australians should have zero tolerance for rape and sexual assault. But when Charles William Davidson had to answer for 59 sex offences, he was shown clemency instead.
Opinion
Ask an expert
When do I need to start worrying about the $3m super tax?
Noel Whittaker
Money columnist
Opinion
Oil
Exxon’s battle against climate activism comes to a head tonight
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
Three freshly shucked spots to get ‘crazy good’ seafood and sushi (at an affordable price)
Including a pint-sized city oyster bar, nigiri to take away in Footscray and a pop-up from an ex-Kisume chef.
With streamers culling their libraries, Australia’s TV history is being erased
Two recent Australian TV series, Paper Dolls and One Night, are no longer available to watch. Dig further and the issue becomes more concerning.
‘Two-bit big shot’: Robert De Niro unleashes on Donald Trump outside hush money trial
As closing arguments began in the former president’s historic trial, the Hollywood star made a surprise appearance in Lower Manhattan.
‘Out to destroy the relationship’: How Netanyahu split with Biden and the Democrats
Nothing has shattered progressives’ sympathy for Israel like Netanyahu’s rhetoric and actions, Democrats say, particularly the high civilian death toll in Gaza.
Opinion
Financial literacy
Yes, you can save money and still enjoy life. Here’s how
Common finance advice seems to suggest saving money should be a slog, whereas the opposite is actually true.
Paridhi Jain
Money contributor
Victoria
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Victorian budget
The $12b Tim Pallas can spend without parliamentary scrutiny
Treasurer Tim Pallas has been handed a $12.1 billion “credit card” to spend next financial year without being scrutinised through the budget or parliament.
The two numbers that show how little is being done to tackle the housing crisis
A new report shows the state has only added about 300 new public homes in the past eight years.
He set his cell on fire and threw faeces at guards, but crime boss won’t serve extra time
George Marrogi embarked on an almost year-long tirade fuelled by the belief he was the target of a campaign by prison officers to unfairly punish him.
Deborah Conway condemns ‘extreme intolerance’ at Hobart concert
The singer and her musician husband have called out the actions of protesters after a woman threatened another with a glass shard on Saturday.
Airport Rail brawl coming to a head with mediator on track to deliver report
Deputy Premier Ben Carroll says it’s time to get the $13 billion project done, and has pledged to stay in parliament until a promised train station in his electorate is built.
AFL 2024
‘I’ve maintained my innocence all along’: Fagan welcomes potential court hearing into racism saga
Brisbane Lions coach and former Hawthorn staffer Chris Fagan says he’d welcome the chance to tell his side of the story of the Hawks’ racism saga in court.
‘I’m a bleeder’: Blues star nurses leg injury, Power delay call on their skipper
Jacob Weitering is ready to marshal the defence despite injury as the Blues seek to make history in Adelaide on Thursday.
Politics
Home Affairs admits it failed to warn minister on legal challenges to visa decisions
The extraordinary admission was made as Immigration Minister Andrew Giles came under fire over visa holders being allowed to stay despite committing serious crimes.
Business
Nine boss faces more claims of his executives’ bad behaviour
Former Stan executive Adrian Foo attended this year’s Australian Open as a guest of Nine less than a year after leaving the company amid inappropriate conduct claims.
World
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Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Gaza aid pier breaks apart as Israel’s Rafah offensive expands
Defying an appeal from the International Court of Justice, Israeli tanks advanced to the heart of Rafah for the first time after a night of heavy bombardment.
Opinion
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Property
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.
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.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Australia’s fashion world record that no one should be proud of
Fed a diet of fast fashion, Australian consumers buy more new clothes than any other country. And more steps are needed to tackle waste.
Culture
Like Jane Austen with Asian people: Kevin Kwan’s new novel
The author of Crazy Rich Asians returns with another outrageous comedy of manners, family and money. So much money.
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‘Toxic and unwelcome’: The issue driving young people out of community sport
A new study revealed more than half of LGBTQ young people in community sport have witnessed some form of homo/bi/transphobia, while 40 per cent reported first-hand experiences of being discriminated against.
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Australian soccer
‘He’s got the quality ... now it’s time for him to show it’: Socceroos coach throws down gauntlet to Irankunda
The most hyped young talent in the Australian game is in line to make his long-awaited debut next week as part of a new-look squad picked by Graham Arnold.
AFL Briefing
AFL 2024
Watch how the AFL tightened holding-the-ball calls; Wounded Pies lose Pendles
The AFL has ordered umpires to reduce the “reasonable time” they give tackled players to dispose of the ball; a throwback to how holding-the-ball decisions were made in 2006, one senior umpire says.
‘I’ve maintained my innocence all along’: Fagan welcomes potential court hearing into racism saga
Brisbane Lions coach and former Hawthorn staffer Chris Fagan says he’d welcome the chance to tell his side of the story of the Hawks’ racism saga in court.
‘It shocked me’: The series of events that ended Michelle Payne’s riding career
The first woman to ride the winner of the Melbourne Cup has revealed why she is walking away from a career that made her a household name.
Updated
French Open
No-fuss Demon exacts revenge to breeze into second round at Roland-Garros
Alex de Minaur is the first Australian into the second round at Roland-Garros after a five-hour rain delay and watching five compatriots exit the claycourt major on the first two days.
‘I’m a bleeder’: Weitering nurses leg injury, Power delay call on their skipper
Jacob Weitering has been nursing corkie issues but is ready to marshal the defence as the Blues seek to make history in Adelaide on Thursday, coming as Port Adelaide wait to make a call on the fitness of their captain.
Have Your Say
Who is your club likely to pick in the mid-season draft?
The AFL’s annual mid-season rookie draft will be held on Wednesday night, with an in-form Tasmanian teenager rocketing into pole position to be the first player taken.
