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Hospitals
Secret recording reveals sense of budget crisis in Victorian hospitals
Bed and ward closures, reducing elective surgery, cancelling breast screenings and even closing special-care cots were all openly discussed as possibilities to save money.
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Victoria Police
The sobering-up centre refused to help a man. He was then killed by a car
A man was hit by a car and killed in Wyndham Vale after a police request for help from the state’s new sobering-up program was rejected.
‘I haven’t behaved well’: Watch camper killer Greg Lynn’s police interview
Gregory Lynn sits wrapped in a blanket, his glasses perched on the end of his nose and a mask covering his chin. He’s leading police through how he says campers Russell Hill and Carol Clay died.
Analysis
US Votes 2024
Democrats with no shortage of replacements after Biden’s unmitigated disaster
With the eyes of the world watching – and many for the first time since the campaign began in earnest – America’s oldest-ever president failed to meet the moment.
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US election
Trump monstered Biden. The Democrats can’t win with Joe
The debate betrayed little if any confidence that Biden can or will defeat Trump. If Biden remains in the race, only Trump can defeat Trump.
Bruce Wolpe
Senior fellow at the US Studies Centre and former political staffer
‘Really disappointing’: Panic in Democratic ranks after Biden’s nightmare debate
It took only minutes for the debate to descend into a nightmare for Democrats as the president tried to persuade Americans he’s capable of a second term.
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AFL 2024
Red-hot Lions host Demons in finals-shaping clash
Brisbane Lions are one of the form teams of the competition. They’re at the Gabba tonight and a victory will see them leap-frog the Demons and surge into the eight.
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LoadingBontempelli an ‘above 50 per cent’ chance of tackling the Kangas
Captain Marcus Bontempelli is “pretty optimistic” he will be fit to play in the Western Bulldogs’ clash against North Melbourne despite lingering concerns over a back issue.
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The 36 hours that convinced this former fast bowler to play his footy on the Gold Coast
Zak Evans has the best figures of 5-33 for the Melbourne Renegades, but now the former fast bowler is walking away from cricket to link up with Damien Hardwick’s side on the Gold Coast.
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Media & marketing
Job cuts prompt anger and threat of industrial action at Nine
Executives from Nine’s broadcast, publishing and radio divisions are discussing the extent of cuts with staff as the company seeks $30 million in savings.
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Rupert Murdoch slashes New York penthouse price by more than half
He reportedly paid just under $US58m a decade ago, then tried to sell for slightly more. He’s now asking $US28.5m.
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Education
‘Venomous toxic and backstabbing’: Women leave elite school alumni council, slamming ‘old boys’ way’
A feud over a commemorative book is the latest example of a bitter dispute in the alumni group of one of Melbourne’s most expensive schools.
Is Adam Liaw’s easy cheesy garlic bread the best thing you’ll eat all month? You better brie-lieve it
Why settle for ordinary garlic bread when a few slices of brie and a drizzle of honey can turn it into something truly special?
Long before streaming, video stores offered happiness for hire
Youth groups were too holy, malls too expensive and skate parks too unpredictable when I was growing up. Thank goodness I had somewhere else to get my dopamine hit.
Times are tough, but these 10 new trendsetters show Melbourne’s restaurants still rule
Half-way through 2024 it’s clear economic pressures are hitting the hospitality industry hard. But there’s been some exciting new venues, and trends, to emerge.
TRUMP 2.0
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Winning friends and influencing people in Trump 2.0’s orbit
The launch of former prime minister Scott Morrison’s book was an unlikely look at what Australia’s diplomatic efforts might look like under a return of Donald Trump.
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How the prospect of Trump 2.0 is emboldening the Coalition on climate change
Donald Trump’s dislike of international climate agreements is well known. But climate scientists fear his return could deal a death blow to any hopes of keeping global warming to manageable levels.
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Public transport
Trains, roads and now trams: Operator to take over last part of Melbourne’s travel network
The state government says the new contract includes strict benchmarks, but user advocates say it’s up to the government to deliver the network’s most pressing upgrades.
Former partner found guilty of murdering Maryam Hamka will face assault charges
A jury has found Toby Loughnane guilty of murdering girlfriend Maryam Hamka at his Brighton home before burying her body in a shallow grave.
‘We will have to stop’: Hospital boss warns of changes, tells staff to turn lights off amid money crunch
Workers at three major Melbourne hospitals have been told that simple things can save money, as Alfred Health reviews costs in a desperate bid to cut spending.
Airport prepares fight after mediator backs skyrail for Tullamarine
An underground station should not be built at Melbourne Airport unless the airport operators show it makes commercial sense, a federal report has found.
A stitch in time: The wardrobe wizards of Beauty and the Beast
These two veteran wardrobe managers work wonders in the wings to maintain the magic of musicals on stage.
See & Do
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.
Long before streaming, video stores offered happiness for hire
Youth groups were too holy, malls too expensive and skate parks too unpredictable when I was growing up. Thank goodness I had somewhere else to get my dopamine hit.
Politics
Analysis
Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Why freezing out Fatima Payman wouldn’t look good for Labor
Payman is not the first young woman of colour to have crossed the establishment and sparked fury. And there will be more like her in the party’s future.
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National security
Treasury steps up to limit ‘strategic’ security overreach
The risk of foreign disruption has to be balanced in such a way that economic activity is not unnecessarily curtailed.
Ross Gittins
Economics Editor
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Sharemarket
US presidential debate and inflation update could rock the markets
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
World
Ultra-Orthodox Jews block highway in protest over mandatory military service ruling
Hundreds of protesters rally against a Supreme Court decision ordering young religious men to enlist for military service.
Opinion
Watching Biden v Trump? Don’t pass the popcorn, pass the sick bag
Nick Bryant
Journalist and author
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Property
How to turn your $2000 tax cut into $28,000
Workers will have extra cash in their pay packets from next week, but beware the siren song of “lifestyle creep”.
How to buy a one euro house in some of the world’s most gorgeous locations
Is Aussie property giving you the pip? Don’t get mad, get on a plane.
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Wellbeing
The misconception that could change the way we look at mental health
A new study highlights that the presence of illness does not mean an absence of wellbeing.
Culture
The Bear is back on TV and it’s hectic, melancholy and incredible
The much anticipated third season of the award-winning series is another wild ride.
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Test cricket
At arm’s length: MCC members pay the price for Lord’s Bairstow fracas
Marylebone Cricket Club are custodians of cricket’s laws and CEO Guy Lavender says the Australians did nothing wrong despite the outcry over Jonny Bairstow’s stumping.
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AFL 2024
The 36 hours that convinced this former fast bowler to play his footy on the Gold Coast, not in Melbourne
Zak Evans has the best figures of 5-33 for the Melbourne Renegades, but now the former fast bowler is walking away from cricket to link up with Damien Hardwick’s side on the Gold Coast.
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AFL 2024
AFL 2024 round 16 LIVE updates: Dees make late change for Lions clash as Brown gets recall
Follow along for all the major moments and post game reactions as the Demons and Lions face off in Friday night footy.
‘I’m ready to get off the big screen’: Giddey grapples with prime Boomers role and new start with Bulls
Josh Giddey is looking forward to again taking the court for the Australian Boomers but he admits he is ready to get out of the spotlight after a torrid NBA season.
The Olympic swimmer who chases a rubber chicken in the pool
You’ve heard of greyhounds chasing fake rabbits around a racetrack. Wait until you see how Matt Temple has been training for the Olympics in Paris.
Bontempelli an ‘above 50 per cent’ chance of tackling the Kangas
Captain Marcus Bontempelli is “pretty optimistic” he will be fit to play in the Western Bulldogs’ clash against North Melbourne despite lingering concerns over a back issue.
‘Deep questions’ need answering over China drug scandal, says Campbell
Athletes’ faith in the global anti-doping system is under scrutiny with less than a month remaining until the Olympic Games get underway in Paris.
Have Your Say
It’s not personal, but the Crows must make tough call on Walker’s future
The Crows should stare down Walker’s threats and inform him that this season will be his last at their club. But that would require the club to find a ruthless edge that it does not presently have.
Kane Cornes
AFL columnist
