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Trial by Water podcast
A new investigative podcast about one of Australia’s most controversial cases.
Sunday Life
Indulge in the best ‘me time’ reading with our new digital magazine edition.
‘We ask them to do pretty demanding things’: This is who has the right stuff for life on a submarine
Australia needs at least 3000 submariners by the 2050s for its new nuclear submarine program, but only a rare few have what it takes to deal with the pressures.
Rent rise fears as property investors baulk at soaring land tax, flee Victoria
The shift by investors has paved the way for first home buyers’ return, but experts say it will push up rents.
Opinion
Donald Trump
The Christian support for Trump left me scratching my head in dismay
It has shocked me to learn how many Christians in Australia are barracking for a Trump victory. I don’t understand. In the US it is much worse.
Tim Costello
Chief advocate for the Alliance for Gambling Reform
Noa spent 245 days captured by Hamas. Then an IDF soldier knocked at the door
She was the face of one of the defining moments of October 7, 2023. The freed Israeli hostage has now spoken of the moment of her rescue, eight months after Hamas terrorists dragged her away.
Victorians living near electricity towers could be in line for $40,000 payouts
The Allan government has begun consultation on a program to have power companies pay landowners for a “loss of visual amenity”.
‘Of course I make an effort with how I look’: Elizabeth Hurley on glamour 58
As bold in life as she is in fashion, the actor talks glamour, loss and how working with son Damian strengthened their bond.
When Taylah learnt she was having quads, she got a message from a stranger
When members of multiple birth clubs learn a local family is joining them in the chaos of having twins, triplets or even more new arrivals, they mobilise.
The nine signs that your friendship may be toxic
Do you have a mate who doesn’t really feel like one? Toxic friends are all too common, and here are the red flags to look out for.
Opinion
AFL 2024
The nine upstarts who have muscled into the mid-year All-Australian side
There are the automatic picks, the regulars, and then there are the selections which will raise eyebrows - some of whom I do not expect to be in the All-Australian team at season’s end.
Jake Niall
Chief football writer, The Age
‘All those people can suck it’: Ricciardo hits back at F1 great’s ‘go home’ comments
There was a spicy comeback from the Australian driver after he qualified fifth for the Canadian Grand Prix, and a rare dead heat for pole.
Warner, Head lead Australia to big victory over England
The first big heavyweight match of the Twenty20 World Cup failed to live up to the billing as Australia marked a comfortable 36-run win against England.
Explainer
United Nations
Why can’t the world’s peacekeeper stop the fighting in Gaza, Ukraine?
Two regional conflicts are threatening global peace. Could the United Nations step in – and, if so, why hasn’t it?
Podcast
Trial by Water
Trial By Water, Episode 2: ‘Strands of a rope’ that convicted Farquharson
Listen now to the second episode of the podcast investigation on the Robert Farquharson case – and the serious questions about the science that helped convict him.
Opinion
Income tax
Think twice this tax time, the ATO has AI watching
If you’re someone who has historically been lax with record keeping, you can expect an audit from the tax office’s new AI-powered systems.
Victoria Devine
Money columnist
A push to revive soft plastic recycling in Australia is quietly under way
Two years after REDCycle’s collapse, a pilot program is operating in 12 supermarkets – but one recycling executive says the big chains need to own their waste.
Renovation magic: a home in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs gets a modern makeover
The 1980s, three-bedroom home had “good bones” before it got a revamp.
Michael Mosley’s wife says ‘we will not lose hope’ as new CCTV footage emerges
New footage has emerged that appears to show the TV doctor leaving the Greek village of Pedi and heading towards a treacherous, rocky and hilly area in searing heat.
WEEKEND READS
Rob Schneider on working with Sharon Stone: ‘Her beauty intimidated me’
“When I later met supermodels, I remember thinking, ‘I just don’t know what I would do in a relationship with that’,” says the 60-year-old comedian.
It’s not just office romances that cause heartbreak at work
Freshly let go from my own job, I sought out other women who’d faced the same fate. What emerged was a universal truth.
Victoria
Screaming, absenteeism, murder: What’s behind Victoria’s council chaos
The number of councils under formal scrutiny – or even sacked – by the state government is piling up. What is going on?
The schism in the Greens driving out Jewish members
Activists rising to power in the Greens are intent on reshaping the party into a hard left force, with overt sympathies for the pro-Palestinian protest movement.
Underworld figure ‘The Punisher’ targeted in third murder attempt
Police are investigating after shots were fired at Thomastown home of professional boxer Sam Abdulrahim for the second time in recent weeks.
‘Turn them back at the border’: The price we pay for cheap goods
Shein and Temu are soaring in popularity among Australian consumers, but experts say the risk of forced labour needs to be investigated with brands banned.
The Melbourne area with 1500 tennis courts, a ‘Bunnings hotel’ and no trains
Doncaster is known for the shopping centre and having no railway links, but the large blocks that attracted families in the past are making way for towers and denser living.
AFL 2024
‘Unwarranted’: Hardwick’s take on free that led to Saints’ winning goal
Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick was critical of a free kick that led to the match-winning goal against his team, while Kangaroos co-captain Jy Simpkin says a contentious holding-the-ball decision which helped deliver the Roos a drought-breaking victory was “absolutely” a free.
Former Collingwood player charged after double-fatal crash in Western Australia
Shannon Cox, 38, was allegedly behind the wheel of the Toyota when it collided with a Suzuki hatchback, killing two women in their 80s.
Politics
Analysis
Political leadership
Dutton and Albanese both think they’re on a winner with nuclear power. Only one man can be right
Peter Dutton’s promise to bring nuclear power to Australia could make or break his quest for the Lodge. Anthony Albanese is counting on it.
Business
Opinion
Retirement living
There are four types of modern retirees. Which one are you?
Retirement age and the concept of retirement in Australia is changing dramatically, and there are four distinct approaches emerging.
Bec Wilson
Money contributor
World
Israel rescues four hostages in raid Palestinians say killed 210
Israel’s largest hostage rescue operation since the war began saved four hostages from central Gaza amid a heavy air and ground assault.
Opinion
What the hell is wrong with men? Yes, it’s a multiple-choice question
Parnell Palme McGuinness
Columnist and communications adviser
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Property
Brunswick house that last sold for $75,000 fetches $1,553,000 in bidding war
The vendors were emotional about saying goodbye to the home, which had been in their family for 45 years.
Melbourne property values are falling. Here’s which areas are strongest and weakest
High interest rates and increased property taxes are taking their toll, but not all suburbs are affected equally.
Good Food
Lifestyle
‘A heartbreaking decision’: The news no fashion brand wants to share
In what some fashion veterans are calling the worst trading conditions in 25 years, more brands are closing amid falling spending and rampant discounting.
Culture
Michael Richards on Kramer, Seinfeld and the truth about being ‘cancelled’
In his revealing memoir, Michael Richards removes the Kramer mask and dissects the public unravelling that prompted his retreat from showbiz.
Opinion
Review
Settle down, Swifties – the Beatles are still the biggest thing to hit Australia
Tom Compagnoni
Head of Creative Video
Traveller
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Sport
Warner, Head lead Australia to big win over England
The first big heavyweight match of the Twenty20 World Cup failed to live up to the billing as Australia marked a comfortable 36-run victory against England.
‘All those people can suck it’: Ricciardo hits back at F1 great’s ‘go home’ comments
There was a spicy comeback from the Australian driver after he qualified fifth for the Canadian Grand Prix, and a rare dead heat for pole.
Opinion
AFL 2024
The nine upstarts who have muscled into the mid-year All-Australian side
There are the automatic picks, the regulars, and then there are the selections which will raise eyebrows - some of whom I do not expect to be in the All-Australian team at season’s end.
Jake Niall
Chief football writer, The Age
‘Terrible game of footy’: Hardwick fumes as Saints win thriller over Suns
St Kilda see off a big challenge from visiting Gold Coast to record their fifth win. Elsewhere, on a day of umpire call controversies, the Kangas broke their winning drought in style against West Coast and Hawthorn’s finals surge continued against GWS Giants.
Swiatek blasts her way to fourth French Open crown
Iga Swiatek has blasted her way to a fourth French Open singles title, dismantling Jasmine Paolini quite mercilessly on Court Philippe Chatrier.
Heartbreak for Rebels as ‘hurting’ players deal with club’s death after loss
Melbourne’s last ever Super Rugby Pacific match has ended in heartbreak, with the Hurricanes storming to a 47-20 victory on the back of a big second half in Wellington.
‘Unwarranted’: Hardwick’s take on free that led to Saints’ winning goal
Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick was critical of a free kick that led to the match-winning goal against his team, while Kangaroos co-captain Jy Simpkin says a contentious holding-the-ball decision which helped deliver the Roos a drought-breaking victory was “absolutely” a free.
Have Your Say
Enough is enough: Simon Goodwin on personal attacks and the Demons’ culture
In an exclusive interview, Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin speaks about club culture, the allegations haunting the Demons, his personal hurt, and attempting to get the Dees back on track.
