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LYNN FOUND GUILTY
What the jury wasn’t told about the missing campers case
Five hours of former pilot Greg Lynn’s police interview, 5000 secret recordings and details about his first wife’s death were excluded from his murder trial.
Perspective
For subscribers
The jury reaches verdicts, plural. Lynn is a murderer, singular
Four years of investigation into a ghastly mystery, five weeks of trial and almost seven days of jury deliberations brought us to an ear-popping climax.
Exclusive
Assange saga
‘We’re overjoyed’: Assange’s family react after plea deal with US
The WikiLeaks founder will plead guilty to a felony charge in a deal with the US Justice Department that has allowed him to walk free from prison.
Why WikiLeaks founder will plead guilty – and what happens next
Julian Assange, 52, has struck a plea deal with the United States that is set to end a years-long legal pursuit. So what now?
What to know before Friday’s blockbuster Biden v Trump debate
It’s been four years since the pair last shared a debate stage, and polls suggest they are virtually tied as they edge towards an election rematch in November.
Breaking
ICC Men’s World Cup
Australia dumped from T20 World Cup but Afghanistan’s tactics under scrutiny
After losing to India, Australia missed the semi-finals when Bangladesh lost to Afghanistan in dramatic and controversial circumstances.
NBA draft
NBA
Here’s Johnny! How a kid from Clifton Hill rose to the NBA draft
He comes from a family of sporting high achievers and is poised to become an instant millionaire this week.
Former pro surfer and Pirates of the Caribbean actor killed in shark attack
Tamayo Perry is believed to be the first high-profile surfer to die from a shark attack after his death in Hawaii aged 49.
Opinion
Aviation
Alarms will be sounding at Qantas. Not in the cockpit, in the boardroom
It’s not as though Qantas can look at this result in the World Airline Awards and shrug its shoulders. Instead, it should roll up its sleeves.
David Evans
Former Qantas captain
Review
Hurstbridge
This restaurant is smaller than some families’ dining rooms. Exclusive, yes. Elitist, no.
You won’t find the baller beef and gold leaf of other tiny fine-diners here. Greasy Zoes trades in a different kind of indulgence: the preciousness of time.
Opinion
Wellness holidays
Of all the massages I have experienced, this was by far the worst
It wasn’t until the morning after a very strange massage that the reasons why it was so strange became apparent.
Lee Tulloch
Travel columnist
The world’s largest waterfall system is a dazzling experience
You’d be mad to miss some of the experiences at Iguazu Falls, even if you end up getting wet.
Updated
Tragedy
Police probe overdose link in death of four people, including teenager
Four people, including a teenage boy, have been found dead in a home north of Melbourne in the early hours of Tuesday morning.
Lattouf’s mediation with ABC fails, heads to Federal Court
The journalist’s termination dispute against the ABC will go to trial after mediation talks ended in a stalemate.
Pill testing to become permanent in Victoria
A mobile site will be launched from December and visit up to 10 festivals across two summers, and a fixed site in a club district in Melbourne will open in the middle of next year.
It’s one of the world’s greatest cruise experiences, but few Aussies do it
In the realm of amazing cruise experiences, a transit of the waterways and intricate locks of this engineering miracle is near the top.
Did Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl really sledge Taylor Swift?
The pop megastar appeared to hit back at a not-so-subtle dig Dave Grohl made at the weekend.
Victoria
RSV surge linked to rise in childhood asthma cases
Cat Irvine believes her son, Parker, developed asthma as a result of multiple infections. The five-year-old now carries an asthma puffer with him at all times.
Updated
Tragedy
Two dead, nine in hospital after mini-bus rollover near Mildura
Victoria Police said a bus travelling on the Calder Highway rolled and crashed into a tree on Tuesday morning.
Victorian detective jailed for intercourse with sex crime victim
John Melhuish, then a Victoria Police sex crimes detective, met the woman while investigating her former partner, who had subjected her to years of abuse.
Exclusive
Victoria Police conduct
Victoria Police told to reinstate officer who questioned women-only gym sessions
Detective Senior Constable Brad McPherson was told not to come to work after questioning a trial of women-only gym sessions at the force’s training academy.
Judge lashes Xavier College’s ‘troubling’ conduct in school abuse claim
The religious order that runs Catholic boys’ school Xavier College is facing a multimillion-dollar lawsuit after a Supreme Court judge overturned a settlement struck to compensate the victim of a “serial recidivist paedophile”.
Politics
Analysis
Nuclear energy
Going nuclear: Facts and fictions of Dutton’s claims on Australia’s energy future
Will the government’s renewables plan cost $1 trillion? Is nuclear energy cheaper? Can a reactor be up and running by 2037? We answer the nuclear debate’s biggest questions.
Business
Updated
World markets
Nvidia’s $646B wipeout: How the AI bubble burst
Nvidia briefly became the world’s most valuable company last week, but is now in correction territory after an historic slump.
World
Princess Anne in hospital after suspected injury from horse
King Charles’ sister, 73, suffered minor wounds and concussion in an incident at her country residence, Buckingham Palace said.
Opinion
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Property
‘Comfortable’ Canterbury house faces wrecking ball after $4.62m auction sale
Most of the potential buyers had plans to knock down and rebuild the four-bedroom home, which came with an indoor pool and sauna. It was one of 900 auctions scheduled on Saturday.
The most liveable Melbourne suburbs that buyers can no longer afford
Once considered affordable, these areas are now even further out of reach for home buyers.
Good Food
Lifestyle
16 small changes to your diet that will help you live longer
From savoury breakfasts to sardines, these life-lengthening diet tweaks could give your health the boost it needs.
Culture
How Chappell Roan went from obscurity to one of pop’s biggest names
This 26-year-old musician is getting love from some of the world’s biggest stars and now has more than 23 million monthly listeners on Spotify.
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Breaking
ICC Men’s World Cup
Australia dumped from T20 World Cup but Afghanistan’s tactics under scrutiny
After losing to India, Australia missed the semi-finals when Bangladesh lost to Afghanistan in dramatic and controversial circumstances.
NBA draft
NBA
Here’s Johnny! How a kid from Clifton Hill rose to the NBA draft
He comes from a family of sporting high achievers and is poised to become an instant millionaire this week.
Power games: Tredrea’s radio gig puts spotlight on Hinkley’s job
Port Adelaide board member and club great Warren Tredrea’s radio appearance has added to the murmurings about Ken Hinkley’s future as coach of the club.
World Cup LIVE: Australia bow out after Afghanistan seal thrilling win over Bangladesh
Afghanistan and Bangladesh have played out a thriller at the T20 World Cup.
Exclusive
Fremantle Dockers
Season over? Fears Dockers captain Alex Pearce suffered multiple fractures of arm
Pearce is a major reason for the Dockers’ resurgence up the ladder and push for a finals return, playing all 14 games this year.
Analysis
ICC Men’s World Cup
A tale of two catches: Fumbled World Cup campaign heralds change
In the two games that have all but decided Australia’s fate in this Twenty20 World Cup, their fielding, bowling and batting errors were far too numerous.
Analysis
AFL 2024
Claws for concern: Geelong’s defence is leaky, but that’s not Tom Stewart’s fault
Champion Cat Tom Stewart is being targeted by opposition teams, as per usual. But his teammates aren’t supporting him as they should.
Have Your Say
‘Hypocritical’: Khawaja wants Australia to end Afghanistan ban, tips Warner reputation revival
Usman Khawaja believes David Warner will regain the Australian public’s love in retirement, much as Shane Warne’s image softened after his playing days
