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Mental health programs in firing line of hospital budget cuts
As hospitals continue to search for savings, Victorian mental health programs, including those for children, could be hit with redundancies and hiring freezes.
Opinion
US Votes 2024
Donald Trump’s dangerous ideas have these ‘vigilantes’ worried
With Donald Trump favoured to regain the US presidency, a group of investors is starting to focus on the implications of his core economic policies. They’re concerned.
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
Veteran Democrat calls for Biden to stand aside, as poll shows Harris now more popular
As the White House remains in damage control after the disastrous debate, a CNN poll shows voters believe the vice president has a better chance of beating Donald Trump in November.
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Paris 2024
‘I’m 43 years old and a single mum’: Lauren Jackson’s rocky path to the Olympics
Australian basketball legend Lauren Jackson, who describes herself as “on borrowed time”, will play at her fifth Olympics in Paris – 12 years after her last appearance, in London. Her path to Paris has been a minefield.
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Naked City
Greg Lynn and the mystery of the double fatality at Zig Zag Road
A coroner found it was a murder-suicide, but those who knew the dead couple – who were neighbours of convicted murderer Greg Lynn – aren’t so certain.
Melbourne shivers through its coldest start this year
Frosty mornings are set to continue after Melbourne residents today experienced the coldest winter morning of the year so far.
JK Rowling, David Tennant clash over gender issues in UK election
The stoush between entertainers comes amid a now-familiar political debate on transgender policy, with the issue becoming a key battleground in the UK election.
Analysis
Political leadership
Payman v Albanese and the personal v the collective: Is Labor stuck in 1902?
The personal view of a young Muslim senator faces off with the oldest requirement of would-be ALP politicians, a written contract to observe the collective.
What makes this pork sandwich well worth the $21.90 price tag?
The Italian rolled roast is a thing of salty, porky joy. These Melbourne spots are nailing it and slapping it on rolls you need to know about.
South-East Asia’s version of the Orient Express is back, better than ever
It might not enjoy the same history as the original Orient Express, but the five-star service and opulent decor have the same appeal.
Lisa Millar announces exit from ABC Breakfast
Millar has been the co-host of the broadcaster’s breakfast show for about five years.
Rublev’s wrath: Sixth seed Russian throws tantrum in loss to Wimbledon novice
Andrey Rublev is one of the world’s best players, but can throw a wobbly like no one else; as he showed in his first round loss to a rival in his first major match.
Updated
AFL 2024
Out for the season: Blow for Saints as Max King suffers knee injury
St Kilda forward Max King will miss the rest of the season after scans showed he suffered a tear to his posterior cruciate ligament just after half-time of Sunday’s match against Port Adelaide.
Forced to tiebreakers in every set, de Minaur trumps fellow Aussie at wet Wimbledon
Alex de Minaur, Alexei Popyrin and Adam Walton were the Australian winners on an interrupted day at Wimbledon. But the results late in the day were not so good.
Mystery buyer of St Kilda hotel – yes, the one with the Mirka Mora murals – revealed
The man who bought the iconic Tolarno Hotel has been a mystery – until now.
Wimbledon
As it happened: De Minaur wins in straight sets; women’s defending champ gone
Several Australians were in action on day two of the singles action at Wimbledon, headlined by an all-Australian duel between Alex de Minaur and James Duckworth.
‘This guy lives in another world’: Vukic plots Alcaraz’s Wimbledon downfall
Australian Aleks Vukic will face the defending Wimbledon champion in the second round. But he has beaten Carlos Alcaraz before and says he can do it again.
Victoria
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Education
Teachers warned to use ‘professional judgment,’ not AI, to write student reports
Victoria’s new policy on artificial intelligence in schools warns teachers and principals to keep the human touch in assessments and reports.
When COVID shut down the circus, Martin had to give up being a clown and work in IT. He was not happy
Martin Barralle is back in his element, being a clown in a circus run by an Argentinian-Australian family. It’s performing in these school holidays.
Cocaine sold in Melbourne contains opioid 100 times more potent than heroin
Victoria’s health department has warned that a white powder sold as cocaine contains a potentially lethal opioid.
Exclusive
Local council
The council donation scheme offers memberships for up to $2000. It’s sparked fears
Most Port Phillip councillors want IBAC to investigate a donation scheme set up to fund a community group that financially backs two of their colleagues.
It’s the second-most common cause of stroke in women under 40: The sex act that can kill
Pressure not to be vanilla in sex, and porn influencers, are among reasons more than half of young people have participated, risking their lives.
AFL 2024
Analysis
How the AFL review became an orgy of club self-interest
There have been some sober, intelligent suggestions on potential changes to the AFL competition, but certain issues have been dominated by self-interest, point-scoring and whingeing.
Analysis
Magpies try one great escape too many; Hawks back in the box office
Craig McRae’s team has pulled off a number of death-defying comebacks, but on Saturday its luck ran out. Meanwhile, the Hawks are now among the league’s greatest showmen.
Politics
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International students
Student crackdown will lead to ‘lasting economic pain’
The Australian Business Council argues capping foreign student numbers could “irreparably damage” the higher education sector and even hit supermarkets.
Business
Australia’s office block problem is getting worse
Office property valuations have collapsed by more than 10 per cent and alarm bells are ringing that they could fall even further.
World
Stampede in India kills more than 100, mostly women and children
Initial reports said organisers had permission to host about 5000 people, but more than 15,000 came for the event by the Hindu preacher.
Opinion
I wanted to turn this mother and baby away. My grandsons stopped me
Jenna Price
Columnist and academic
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Property
Her landlord tried to bill Ramender $17,000. Then he had regrets
Over 80 per cent of landlord bond claims before VCAT have been found to be at least in part spurious, according to a new report.
Architect-designed Hawthorn stunner that used ‘every bit of space’ fetches $7m
A local downsizer bought a brand-new home in the Grace Park Estate with floor-to-ceiling windows, beating two other bidders.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Does having people over make you anxious? Here’s how to overcome it
Hosting a dinner or party should be fun, not overwhelming. Here’s how to have a great time without sweating the small stuff.
Culture
How a first-time director from a tiny town near Ballarat ended up in charge of Beverly Hills Cop
Mark Molloy had never directed a film. Then he found himself sitting on a couch with Eddie Murphy, pitching a Beverly Hills Cop sequel.
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Paris 2024
‘You’re a liar’: The tough family moments on Lauren Jackson’s road to Paris
Australian basketball legend Lauren Jackson, who describes herself as “on borrowed time”, will play at her fifth Olympics in Paris – 12 years after her last appearance, in London. Her path to Paris has been a minefield.
Updated
AFL 2024
Out for the season: Blow for Saints as Max King suffers knee injury
St Kilda forward Max King will miss the rest of the season after scans showed he suffered a tear to his posterior cruciate ligament just after half-time of Sunday’s match against Port Adelaide.
Forced to tiebreakers in every set, de Minaur trumps fellow Aussie at wet Wimbledon
Alex de Minaur, Alexei Popyrin and Adam Walton were the Australian winners on an interrupted day at Wimbledon. But the results late in the day were not so good.
Rublev’s wrath: Sixth seed Russian throws tantrum in loss to Wimbledon novice
Andrey Rublev is one of the world’s best players, but can throw a wobbly like no one else; as he showed in his first round loss to a rival in his first major match.
Money Talks
AFL 2024
Musical chairs in Blues’ attack as club favourite waits on new deal; Restricted free agent numbers dwindle
A key member of Carlton’s modern-day mosquito fleet is waiting patiently for a new deal, the (restricted) free agent four and the unrestricted free agent in demand.
Minjee and Min Woo Lee might not see each other in Paris. Why aren’t they playing together?
The star golfers will be the 16th set of siblings to compete for Australia at the Olympic Games in the same sport but admit their paths might not cross. Why isn’t golf moving to team events?
Goorjian stresses on final selection as young stars look to new NBA teams
The Boomers coach says his three young NBA stars won’t be distracted by their recent trades as he and his selectors figure out which players to cut from their Paris 2024 roster.
Have Your Say
‘Jonny will hate me saying this’: Root admits Lord’s stumping was fair
Jonny Bairstow was dropped from the England Test team this week, and has now had a big-name teammate admit his Lord’s stumping was fair.
