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Assange’s defiant gesture on return as wife asks for time to recover
Stella Assange says her husband needs time to recover but also signalled the start of a campaign for a presidential pardon.
Waiting for Julian: Assange-mania comes to Canberra
History arrived at the East Hotel, a 10-minute walk from Parliament House, and so did a crowd of Assange’s admirers. But where was the man himself?
Hospital staff freezes and elective surgery to be slashed under budget cuts
Two of Victoria’s largest health services have imposed hiring freezes in response to government demands for huge savings, causing stress for health workers.
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Tennis power couple Alex de Minaur, men’s number seven, and Katie Boulter, Britain’s number-one women’s seed, on changing each other’s game (and life).
A bit of (legal) biff, tries and a shock result: 90,000 fans treated to an Origin stunner at the MCG
The NSW Blues turned on some legal biff and a stunning first-half performance en route to another MCG win and another huge crowd on Wednesday night.
They’re pitched as gut health in a can. We check the claim
One brand has been hit with a lawsuit from a customer citing misleading information about the drink’s benefits.
From ‘bistro-mausoleum’ to tech and culture hub: How Paris got its mojo back
France may be grappling with massive social divisions, but its latest evolutions have helped it regain some of its historic savoir faire.
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One-bidder auctions, homes pulled from sale as property market starts to slip
The scales are tipping in buyers’ favour and sellers are losing the upper hand at auction, new figures show.
David Walliams on censorship, comedy taboos and his advice to Adele
Having sold more than 56 million books to youngsters, the comedian is concerned about “sanitising” children’s classics.
What lies beneath: 10 of the world’s most incredible underground structures
Put ordinary buildings underground and they seem to transform into something far more interesting and otherworldly.
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The Lynn Verdicts
‘I hope he has a lovely time in jail’: Russell Hill’s widow stoic after Gregory Lynn split verdict
Robyn Hill feels a sense of injustice at the verdict over her husband’s death, but has vowed to look the killer in the eye when he is sentenced for murdering Carol Clay.
Staged suicide? Push for coroner to reopen inquest into death of Gregory Lynn’s first wife
A new witness and allegations of threats and abuse have been uncovered after police reviewed the 1999 death of Lisa Lynn.
Victoria
A month ago, nurses emphatically rejected a pay deal. They have said yes to a new offer
It ends eight months of tense negotiations between their union and the state government.
It closed twice and was reborn. How Melbourne’s first laneway bar was resurrected
When this place closed, it was the end of an era. It has since been reborn in replica form, with every detail perfectly preserved – but one thing is different.
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Healthcare
Hiring freeze, stationery cuts: Hospital chief’s warning over ‘challenging’ budget
Western Health has imposed a hiring freeze, cut back elective surgery and told staff to look for other savings as it grapples with state government budget cuts.
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Water
Who owns a river? Bitter feud over High Country farmer’s green power plan
A cattle station owner’s plan to build a hydroelectric power station on his property raises broader questions about land and water use, and the responsibility of authorities to take cultural values into account in granting permits for projects.
Port Phillip Prison to close as new Lara centre opens
The new Western Plains facility won’t start receiving prisoners until mid-2025, two-and-a-half years after major works were completed.
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The couple risking it all to perform a portrait of marital hell
Offspring star Kat Stewart and her husband, David Whiteley, are bringing Edward Albee’s classic play about marital mayhem to the big stage.
Prison riots, boy band covers: A study of the Minions’ most bananas moments
These round yellow creatures have mastered the art of capturing our attention (and our money). Which of their antics won us over the most?
Politics
August rate rise on RBA agenda after inflation increases
Even though prices fell in May, overall inflation has lifted to a six-month high of 4 per cent. Mortgage holders face a nervous wait for the Reserve Bank’s next meeting.
Business
ASX set to fall after choppy day on Wall Street
The Australian sharemarket is expected to open sharply lower this morning after Wall Street struggled for direction ahead of a key US inflation report.
World
Reporter Evan Gershkovich goes on trial in Russia on specious espionage charges
The American-born son of immigrants from the USSR is the first Western journalist arrested on espionage charges in post-Soviet Russia.
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Eight of our favourite luxury homes for sale right now
From a designer beauty with a private pontoon to a classy new build with ocean views, we’ve rounded up our pick of the bunch.
Melbourne suburbs where property owners are selling at a loss
Property owners in Melbourne are the most likely to sell at a loss of anywhere in Australia except the Northern Territory, and experts blame the weak market.
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Lifestyle
‘How has this become a thing?’: Navigating the tricky business of sex after divorce
Grey divorce is on the rise, with an increasing number of divorcees dating again, sometimes after decades of being out of the game.
Culture
The remake of Presumed Innocent contends with fascinating, new perspectives
With a script by David E. Kelley, Scott Turow’s 1987 bestseller has been cleverly remade with Jake Gyllenhaal as flawed family man and compromised prosecutor ‘Rusty’ Sabich.
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‘You can’t tackle someone like that’: Concussion expert takes aim at Dangerfield call
A leading concussion expert has hit out at the AFL tribunal’s decision to overturn Patrick Dangerfield’s one-match suspension, but the coach trying to stop the Cats captain this week agreed with the call.
State of Origin II: Blues blitz sets up Suncorp decider after MCG demolition
NSW skipped to a record 34-0 halftime lead as Queensland were dismantled in emphatic fashion at the MCG.
Postecoglou lures A-League double act to join Tottenham staff
Nick Montgomery and Sergio Raimundo, who guided the Central Coast Mariners to last year’s A-League title, have become Ange Postecoglou’s newest understudies at the Premier League club.
Worst over ever: Ashes villain smacked for record 43 runs
England pace bowler Ollie Robinson had returned figures of 1-22 from 12 overs in a county match in England. Things got worse - in a hurry.
As Origin hits the MCG, rugby league is growing faster in Victoria than in any other state
As State of Origin II draws tourists and eyeballs to the MCG on Wednesday, Victoria’s rugby league clubs are the fastest growing across the country as men and women of all ages embrace the sport.
Australia’s 20 most memorable Olympic moments
Freeman or Thorpe? Rugby sevens gold or water polo glory? We take a walk down memory lane and select 20 unforgettable Australian Olympic moments.
Next stop for the Socceroos on road to 2026? It could be North Korea
Australia’s path to the World Cup will become clearer on Thursday - and there’s a one-in-three chance their next away trip will be to Pyongyang.
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Is Stringer a million-dollar player? Why enigmatic Bomber’s happy to delay contract talks
Matchwinning Bombers forward Jake Stringer is continuing to wait for a contract extension as he displays some of the best form of his enigmatic career.
