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‘Dripping with self-righteous sanctimony’: Littleproud lashes Teal MPs in nuclear debate

Nationals Leader David Littleproud.

Nationals leader David Littleproud also backed Peter Dutton’s description of Anthony Albanese as a “child in a man’s body”.

How is autism different in girls? Videos of kids mined for hidden signs

New research is trying to uncover whether girls differ from boys in the early childhood signs of autism, leading to delayed or missed diagnoses in girls.

New book paints Trump as wounded, forgetful and hung up on Hollywood

Disgraced, defeated and twice impeached. Trump’s party had abandoned him and he focused on happier times – when he was just a celebrity businessman.

‘I’m not anti-nuclear, I’m anti-bulls---’: Why this expert says Dutton’s plan ignores reality

One of Australia’s foremost voices on energy futures says doing anything other than pursuing renewables right now is not paying attention to what’s going on.

Peter FitzSimons
Peter FitzSimons

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They cast Peter Dutton as a wolf. Here’s why they’re wrong

Commentators have widely written off the opposition leader as awful. Voters, it seems, are warming to him.

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Parnell Palme McGuinness

Columnist and communications adviser

US comedian Jerry Seinfeld was again targeted by pro-Palestine protesters.

‘Just gave money to a Jew’: Seinfeld faces more pro-Palestine hecklers in Melbourne

The US comedian didn’t back down when hecklers targeted his Melbourne show, days after his Sydney performances were also interrupted.

Cummins trying for another Australian rescue mission as seventh wicket falls

Cummins trying for another Australian rescue mission as seventh wicket falls

As the T20 Cricket World Cup enters the playoffs stage, Australia are looking to continue their good form against a tricky Afghanistan side.

Bombers, Eagles locked in early tussle at Marvel

Bombers v Eagles

Follow along for all the major moments and reaction as the Bombers and Eagles square off in a Sunday AFL clash.

Setbacks be damned: Aussie Ajla into grasscourt final but Thompson loses

Ajla Tomljanovic’s latest comeback is gathering steam ahead of Wimbledon, advancing to the Rothesay Classic final in Birmingham and within one victory of her maiden WTA title.

Taylor Swift with Prince William, Prince George and Princess Charlotte before the Eras Tour in London.

Watch: Prince William caught ‘dad dancing’ at Taylor Swift concert

As embarrassing as dad dancing can be, Prince William’s uninhibited performance at Taylor Swift’s first Wembley concert was as enthusiastic as it was vigorous.

The most liveable Melbourne suburbs that buyers can no longer afford

Buyers are being priced out of affordable and liveable suburbs.

Once considered affordable, these areas are now even further out of reach for home buyers.

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A stage 3 payday is on the way. Here’s how to maximise it

Take-home pays are set to rise from the end of this month thanks to the stage 3 tax cuts. Don’t let your newfound wealth go to waste.

Dominic Powell
Dominic Powell

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He’s 28, charismatic and impeccably dressed. Could he be France’s next PM?

Snap elections have put a spotlight on the leader of its major far-right party who says he would “facilitate the expulsions of delinquents and Islamists”.

Israeli forces tied wounded Palestinian to bonnet, drove off

The IDF said the soldiers’ conduct was not in line with protocol and that the incident will be investigated.

Darren Holmberg on his farm near Casterton.

Dying lambs, dusty paddocks: Victoria’s ‘silent drought’ as winter dry spell continues

Victoria has experienced a cold start to winter. Despite that, the unusually dry weather – with low rainfalls – has farmers in the state’s west worried.

Ten of Melbourne’s best bakery pies, featuring a next-gen pieman from a pastry dynasty

Pat Cremean (right) is following in his father Terry’s footsteps at Pieman’s Son.

Thaw out with a hot, hearty pie – from old-school classics to fun and flavourful fillings – by one of Melbourne’s best bakers.

‘I was thrust into the spotlight’: Life as Australia’s second-fastest man

‘I was thrust into the spotlight’: Life as Australia’s second-fastest man

“That made me feel quite uncomfortable,” says athlete Rohan Browning on the attention he received after the Tokyo Olympics.

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Family

I was barely around for my kids. Being a ‘grananny’ gave me a second chance

I’ve worked as a diplomat in war zones across Yugoslavia and the DR Congo but nothing prepared me for how tough and rewarding it would be to care for infants.

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Robert Farquharson leaving the Supreme Court in 2010.
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Revenge was the motive but nobody got a psych report into Farquharson

Experts question how the prosecution could have argued convicted child-killer Robert Farquharson was driven by revenge and not sought evidence to back that up.

Houseboats are growing in popularity as an alternative accommodation option, but long term stays can be complicated.

Australia’s houseboat community is growing, but life isn’t as idyllic as you’d think

Houseboats are a popular option for holidaymakers, but long-term stays aren’t for the inexperienced or faint-hearted.

Victoria

Nurses and midwives.

Nurses fought back against their union for better pay. Here’s the monster deal on the table

The leadership of the nursing and midwifery union was last month left reeling when members rejected an earlier deal they were expected to accept.

P-turns were meant to revolutionise Hoddle Street traffic – but didn’t

Congestion: Traffic in Hoddle Street, East Melbourne during peak hour.

A multimillion-dollar overhaul of some of Melbourne’s busiest intersections failed to improve traffic flow anywhere near what was expected.

The rich used to send it their sewage, now this suburb is an oasis of creatives

Collingwood

Once a place where the poorest endured toxic run-off from Melbourne’s wealthy, Collingwood is reaching for an affluent, sustainable future. It’s not all smooth going.

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How CityLink became toll giant’s best moneymaker in the world

Citylink tolls will increase by 4.25 per cent a year until 2029.

Motorists have paid nearly $13 billion to drive on CityLink since it opened 24 years ago – and they’re going to pay billions more, with prices rising up to three times faster than inflation.

Labor branch in open revolt over ‘parachute’ candidate

Maria Vamvakinou has represented her Melbourne seat for more than two decades.

The rank and file in Melbourne’s outer north are threatening to quit if they are blocked from picking a replacement for outgoing MP Maria Vamvakinou.

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AFL 2024

Kanga heartache: Surging Roos go super close to reeling in 39-point deficit

Kanga heartache: Surging Roos go super close to reeling in 39-point deficit

Melbourne’s season has a pulse after they scraped their way to a heart-stopping three-point victory over North Melbourne. Elsewhere, Sydney Swans made it 10 wins on the trot while Ken Hinkley was jeered at home after Port Adelaide were crunched by the resurgent Brisbane Lions.

Tom Papley.

Life after Buddy: How Swans have learnt to share the workload

Sydney have overhauled their attacking strategy since the retirement of Lance Franklin. Now, goals and forward pressure come from every part of the ground.

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Eagles v Bombers

AFL 2024 round 15 LIVE updates: Bombers and Eagles locked in early tussle at Marvel

Follow along for all the major moments and reaction as the Bombers and Eagles square off in a Sunday AFL clash.

Adam Zampa celebrates a wicket with Matthew Wade, left, and Mitchell Marsh, right.

World Cup LIVE: Australia’s hopes again resting with Pat Cummins as seventh wicket falls against Afghanistan

As the T20 Cricket World Cup enters the playoffs stage, Australia are looking to continue their good form against a tricky Afghanistan side.

Clayton Oliver was held to 14 possessions against North Melbourne.
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AFL 2024

Can Clayton Oliver be great again in 2024?

Perhaps it was the randomness of rotations though it’s hard to imagine a scenario where Clayton Oliver at his pomp would have been allowed anywhere near the pine with the game on the line.

Jake Stringer of the Bombers celebrates a goal.

‘Top four, that’s still a big question mark’: Will the Bombers keep flying high, or crash?

The Bombers have enjoyed significant improvement and begin the run home to the finals in a strong position, but we’re about to find out if they are still the “contender” Leigh Matthews said they were a month ago.

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Out of harm’s way: AFL’s mental health boss on drugs policy, weight ban

Dr Kate Hall, who treated AFL players with drug and mental health issues in her previous life as a clinical psychologist, says the league is focused on “harm minimisation”.

Ajla Tomljanovic will try to win the Birmingham title ahead of Wimbledon.

Setbacks be damned: Aussie Ajla into grasscourt final but Thompson loses

Ajla Tomljanovic’s latest comeback is gathering steam ahead of Wimbledon, advancing to the Rothesay Classic final in Birmingham and within one victory of her maiden WTA title.

USA players celebrate their remarkable victory over Pakistan.

‘So complicated for them’: Americans don’t understand cricket - but they’re into it

It was once the most popular sport in America, but can the T20 World Cup push cricket to the forefront of US sport?

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