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Drugs, alcohol, rent, holidays and cars: Dodgy NDIS spending revealed
The revelations – which include providers taking participants to ATMs to withdraw cash for drugs – add to a complex debate about limiting growth of the $45 billion scheme.
Taylor attacks Shorten for spending $20,000 per speech
Shadow treasurer Angus Taylor has slammed NDIS Minister Bill Shorten after revelations that a speechwriter was hired for $620,000 over two years.
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Courts
Court short: New justice hub to sit empty after government cuts funding
New $272 million law courts in Melbourne’s south-west won’t open as planned after building finishes because the state budget didn’t allocate funding for staff or running costs.
A 50-disposal gun, an almost flawless prospect and Cripps 2.0: AFL draft hopefuls to watch
We spoke to AFL club recruiters to find out which of this year’s prospects are at the top of their boards at the midway point of the season as the national under-18 championships take centre stage.
Investigation
Franchising
As franchisors partied, the body representing them was on the brink of financial ruin
This masthead can reveal how the body designed to support the nation’s franchisees has burnt through staff, cash and eventually, its own reputation.
Opinion
Trade wars
It’s D-Day for Europe’s trade relationship with China
The European Union is on the verge of announcing whether it will significantly raise tariffs on imported Chinese electric cars - and China is threatening to retaliate.
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
Kyle and Jackie O struggle in Melbourne, ABC hits new low
The Kyle and Jackie O show has struggled to grab an audience in Melbourne, their first ratings survey in Victoria has revealed.
In detention, with no brush or oils, this Archibald finalist taught himself to paint
Mostafa Azimitabar was desperate for distraction while on Manus Island and denied art supplies, out of fears he would self-harm. So he used what he had.
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Airline reviews
Airline review: Jetstar’s business class beats others in one respect
The seat itself feels closer to premium economy, but there’s one area where Jetstar’s business class excels.
The school was promised a new oval, but got a rubble-strewn wasteland
Upwey Primary School students have been denied access to their oval for 2½ years, but rail authority VicTrack has not given a date for when the playing surface will be rectified.
AFL Briefing
AFL 2024
Tigers make call on Dusty’s 300th celebration; Emerging Swan the latest to sign long-term deal
The Tigers have decided if Dustin Martin will play on Thursday night, while Swans, Lions and Giants have each locked one of their emerging stars into a long-term contract.
‘We made a good choice’: Virgin boss stands by Boeing as carrier sheds poor performance tag
Virgin Australia’s outgoing boss Jayne Hrdlicka says the airline has fixed its on-time performance problems despite ongoing delivery issues at Boeing.
The $726 million reveal: A screenshot from ‘Roaring Kitty’ might have solved a mystery
It was just a screenshot of a portfolio, posted on a Reddit account associated with meme stock folk hero Keith Gill. It sent markets surging and may have revealed just how big his fortune is.
Desperate for water, some Delhi residents are prepared to kill
The streets feel like an oven. Driving a water truck is dangerous work when water is rationed: people will do anything to quench their family’s thirst.
Hostages held by Hamas declared dead
Four more hostages kidnapped on October 7 have been declared dead by the Israeli military — including three older adults seen in a Hamas video begging to be released.
What do you call this, dhal? No, it’s RecipeTin Eats’ lentil chickpea coconut curry
A good whack of fresh garlic and ginger dial up the flavour on this rib-sticking (and budget-friendly) vegan meal.
Brass bands are attracting younger audiences. They may have ‘doof music’ to thank
It’s a collaboration you never thought you’d hear: brass bands and acid house music. But this unlikely crossover is taking off across Melbourne.
Think selfies started with the iPhone? Pharaohs beat us by 5000 years
A new exhibition reveals that the heavily filtered Instagram crowd has nothing on Ancient Egyptians.
TRIAL BY WATER
Watch Farquharson’s police interview, for the first time outside of a courtroom
Following the crash that killed his three boys, this is what Robert Farquharson told police. Before this investigation, it had never been seen outside the courtrooms where he was convicted.
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Inside the uncomfortable investigation of a child killer
In the Robert Farquharson case there are six main strands of circumstantial evidence. I’ve investigated them all.
Victoria
Thousands of people are moving here. Where’s the green space?
Apartment towers have been approved in this inner Melbourne area, but for five years the state government has sat on plans to create parkland.
‘I knew I was screwed’: Greg Lynn details missing campers’ deaths to police
The former airline pilot told police he had tried to cover up the accidental deaths of Russell Hill and Carol Clay because it would have been an “absolute disaster” for his family and career.
Crocodiles and the world’s deadliest snake evacuated from Melbourne factory fire
Firefighters evacuated hundreds of reptiles from the Jurassic Jungle warehouse in Kilsyth South.
Jailed gangland boss who lit fires, assaulted guards complains he can’t see sky
George Marrogi is taking legal action against the state because he can’t exercise outside or socialise while serving time.
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Horse racing
Top executive quits AFL to take the reins at VRC with McLachlan in racing’s wings
Kylie Rogers is the second AFL executive to have departed for another major sporting organisation after missing out on the top job at league headquarters. Meanwhile, the Gillon McLachlan waiting game continues.
Politics
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Skills shortage
Yoga teachers make draft core skills visa list, but not tradies
Despite the nation’s housing crisis, yogis, martial artists and even dog handlers are among the occupations to have beaten construction trades to a spot on a draft priority skills list.
Business
Bookseller Booktopia takes desperate steps to survive
As its chief executive resigns, the online bookseller has arranged $1 million in emergency financing in an effort to stay afloat.
World
‘I intend to lead a political revolt’: Farage stuns with shock UK comeback
The arch-Brexiter’s decision coincided with a new opinion poll predicting a Tory wipeout, showing Labour on track for the largest election win for 100 years.
Opinion
Donald Trump
Donald Trump’s martyr schtick is working, at least with my Republican siblings
Maureen Dowd
New York Times columnist
Opinion
The Liberal Party created the perfect female candidate in ... Josh Frydenberg?
Jacqueline Maley
Columnist and senior journalist
He’s warned us before on the China threat. We mustn’t ignore him again
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
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Property
The suburbs where properties are at highest risk of fire, flood
More than 32,000 Australian homes face a high risk of bushfire, while 141,000 homes are at risk of flooding. The risks will push insurance costs up and home values down.
Landlords are on notice to improve their properties. It could mean a rise in rents
The government says most of the costs associated with the proposed rental standards will be offset by savings from more energy-efficient homes.
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Lifestyle
Culture
Good times never seemed so good - until we started singing Sweet Caroline
Some kid named Caroline gets born in Boston, and 27 years later I can’t have a civilised half-time without being forcibly drafted into a mass singalong.
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Sport
De Minaur upsets Medvedev, matches Hewitt feat in making Roland-Garros quarter-finals
The lion-hearted tennis star has enjoyed another seminal moment in Paris as he goes where no male Australian player has in two decades.
Analysis
AFLW
Wasting talent: Why 11 games a year is not enough for AFLW players
Many AFLW players fear the lack of games at the top level and the reluctance by some clubs to let them play in their state league is shunting their development as footballers.
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Olympics
Swede nothings: Matildas coach coy on future after unveiling Olympic squad
Tony Gustavsson has revealed the 18 players he’ll be taking to Paris, but won’t say whether he’ll still be their coach beyond the tournament.
Playing t’win: After eight years in the AFL, the McKays prepare to clash for first time
Harry and Ben McKay are identical twins, but on the football field it’s their differences that catch the eye.
One legend to another: Surprise appearance by tennis great to honour Matildas’ Lydia Williams
The Matildas defeated China 2-0 in their second friendly in Australia before the Paris Olympics. But it was all about goalkeeper Lydia Williams and a special presentation from Evonne Goolagong Cawley.
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Horse racing
Top executive quits AFL to take the reins at VRC with McLachlan in racing’s wings
Kylie Rogers is the second AFL executive to have departed for another major sporting organisation after missing out on the top job at league headquarters. Meanwhile, the Gillon McLachlan waiting game continues.
AFL Briefing
AFL 2024
Jamie Elliott on track to return; West Coast to challenge Reid ban; Veteran Hawk expects fellow forward to stay
A mercurial Collingwood forward is making progress from a frustrating injury; while West Coast will argue for Harley Reid’s suspension to be reduced for his “sling” tackle on St Kilda’s Darcy Wilson.
Have Your Say
Horne-Francis is emerging, but not yet ready to come to grips with Cripps
In key takeouts this week: Carlton’s big dog hands Port’s young pup a lesson, the race for this year’s Rising Star award gets blown wide open and forget the premiership for the moment; Melbourne simply need to focus on making the finals.
