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The longest surgery wait list, budget cuts and a disputed $500m hospital fix
Anger is boiling over in Albury-Wodonga, where the waiting list for planned surgery is already the worst in regional Victoria.
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Crime
Murder probe launched after woman’s body found at Melbourne tip
Police believe the woman’s remains were inside a bin that was picked up outside a property in Coolaroo on Tuesday and taken to Epping.
The reasons inflation fight is far from over
Australia’s inflation rate has been falling for over 18 months, but rent and insurance inflation are among the household essentials bucking that trend.
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Crime
The weight loss guru and the alleged plot to blackmail his friend for $9 million home
Patrick Naegeli’s alleged plot against his millionaire friend came months after a judge made a ruling against the self-styled weight loss guru.
This home passed in at $1.27 million. The sole bidder paid an extra $45,000 to buy it
The renovated Victorian-style property passed in at auction before selling to a downsizer from a neighbouring suburb.
China anchors ‘monster ship’ in Philippine waters of South China Sea
The Philippines and China agreed on Tuesday for the need to “restore trust” and “rebuild confidence” to better manage maritime disputes.
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AFL 2024
Tigers battling head winds in Perth; Blues leading GWS; Hardwick drops the F-Bomb
It was a day to celebrate for the Kangas, but Gold Coasr were left to lament another away loss. “We need to grow ... up,” said Damien Hardwick. There are vital matches tonight for Carlton, GWS and Fremantle.
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Easy Pies, raging Dons: How handling of Merrett, Daicos showed contrasting mindsets
The space – and lack of close-up attention – permitted to Zach Merrett was the complete reverse of how the Bombers dealt with the similarly destructive powers of Collingwood superstar Nick Daicos.
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Wimbledon
Australian star de Minaur reaches last 16 after opponent’s injury withdrawal
Alex de Minaur advances to the last 16 for a second time without hitting a ball, after Frenchman Lucas Pouille withdraws before the match.
‘Which one’s the loudest?’: Robert’s doctor delivers the best medicine – in a Porsche
The 46-year-old mechanic had a final wish before cancer takes him. His sports car loving oncologist granted it.
‘Test of strength dating back thousands of years’: Arm-wrestlers wanting to muscle in to the Olympics
From two guys in a Melbourne garage, arm-wrestling is growing in popularity and aspires for Olympic glory.
Chloroform, popcorn, cigarette butts: The weird and wonderful world of niche perfume
Consumers are eschewing mainstream fragrances in favour of unique scents that tell a story.
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Wimbledon
A sporting colossus and the ‘most important’ tennis tournament: What sets the AO and Wimbledon apart
One ex-pat calls Wimbledon and the Australian Open “the two best sporting events in the world”. Here’s what they can teach each other.
How Wimbledon is using AI to protect players
Abusive messages directed at players across social media will be flagged by the tournament’s AI tool, and create data that can be used by police to catch trolls.
This beautiful memoir beats with a radically open heart
Ailsa Piper’s salts her sorrow with spiritual longing in this subtle book about living with grief.
‘Do it’: Funny girl Julia Louis-Dreyfus on the serious step she took with her mum
From Seinfeld and Veep to a hit podcast and new choices with her 87-year-old mother, Julia Louis-Dreyfus is rolling with a fast-changing industry – and world.
Huy Fong sriracha is almost impossible to find. Have we already moved on?
Many Australians are struggling to find their favourite brand of hot sauce – but some aren’t mourning Huy Fong’s absence in the market.
WEEKEND READS
Nedd’s injury-laden 4000km run fascinated physios. His new plan may stun them
Nedd Brockmann became a national sensation in 2022 when he ran from Perth to Sydney. Now the man with the famous haircut has set himself a new challenge.
Analysis
‘This is for Gaza’: What the UK election means for Anthony Albanese
UK Labour lost five seats to pro-Palestinian independent candidates during the course of the night, all in areas with significant Muslim populations.
Victoria
From tobacco factory to artistry, this suburb is the southside’s northside
Creatives, breweries, patisseries and young families are springing up in the suburb’s once-gritty industrial precinct, which used to be home to soft drink manufacturers and big tobacco companies.
Ulli helped raise Mzuri. Years later, the gorilla recognised her on a zoo visit
Legendary primate keeper Ulli Weiher is marking five decades working at Melbourne Zoo. She says every day is different.
Man dies, another arrested in Brighton
Police were called to a home on Foote Street and found an injured man about 8.30pm on Friday night.
Accused killer teen driver bailed despite objections of dead man’s family
The 17-year-old boy was released on bail to live with his mother, despite opposition from the family of dead man William Taylor.
Alleged ‘puppeteer’ brother of tobacco war kingpin released on bail
The brother of an alleged organised crime kingpin has been granted bail despite fears he’s a flight risk and player in a violent illicit tobacco syndicate.
AFL 2024
‘It comes up in every interview’: Hard-edged ‘Worpedo’ sets the record straight
Hawthorn tough nut James Worpel takes a leaf out of his coach’s book in proving his doubters wrong.
The once-unsinkable Pies are shipping water, but the Bombers are back on their wave
Essendon had a comprehensive win over reigning premiers Collingwood. The Bombers’ challenge now is to stay the course, while the Magpies must reverse theirs.
Politics
The six weeks that turned Fatima Payman’s rift with Labor into a chasm
Fatima Payman was a quiet backbencher for her first two years in the Senate. But for the past six weeks the former union official has become a household name.
Business
Opinion
Inside China
China’s desperate bid to fix one of its biggest problems has backfired
Four months ago, China’s leaders announced what seemed like a straightforward and proven plan to recharge the economy, but its citizens are not playing ball.
Keith Bradsher
World
Mount Everest’s highest camp is littered with frozen garbage
Four dead bodies, 11 tonnes of garbage and a skeleton were removed from the world’s tallest mountain during this year’s climbing season.
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Property
Our favourite 14 homes for sale in Victoria right now
Looking for your next home? From a modular home with mountain views to a modern executive townhouse, we’ve got you covered.
The regional Victorian towns drawing priced-out Melburnians
Three councils on Melbourne’s fringe have had similar or stronger rental price growth over the past 12 months, a sign of a spillover effect.
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Lifestyle
Gold, silver and denim: The best and worst Olympic uniforms
Judo suits, splattered skirts and bro blazers will be worn by athletes from around the world at the opening ceremony on the Seine.
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How Maggie Beer’s small changes make a big difference
In a new series, the 2010 Senior Australian of the Year and TV presenter takes her skills into a Perth aged care home to improve the lives of residents.
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AFL 2024
AFL 2024 round 17 LIVE updates: Tigers battling head winds in Perth; Blues, Giants battling it out; Hardwick drops the F-Bomb
It was a day to celebrate for the Kangas, who won their second game, but Gold Coast was left to lament another away loss. “We need to grow the .... up, to be honest,” said Damien Hardwick. There are vital matches for Carlton, GWS and Fremantle tonight.
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Wimbledon
Australian star de Minaur reaches last 16 after opponent’s injury withdrawal
World No.9 Alex de Minaur advances to the last 16 for a second time without hitting a ball, after Frenchman Lucas Pouille withdraws before the match.
Analysis
European Championships
Robotinho predicts the result of the quarter-finals at Euro 2024
We’re reaching the pointy end of the Euros and a weekend where some big names will fall. Will Spain and France march on, how far can Turkey go, and can England bore their way through, again? The answers are all here.
Robotinho and Mark Stehle
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AFL 2024
Easy Pies, raging Dons: How handling of Merrett, Daicos showed contrasting mindsets
The space – and lack of close-up attention – permitted to Zach Merrett was the complete reverse of how the Bombers dealt with the similarly destructive powers of Collingwood superstar Nick Daicos.
The match that convinced this young Australian he can topple Djokovic at Wimbledon
Alexei Popyrin has never gone beyond the third round at a grand slam and will need to eliminate Novak Djokovic to change that.
Analysis
Paris 2024
‘We have to earn it’: How Opals, Boomers could realise their Paris medal dreams
Australia will head to Paris with dreams of stunning the USA and winning gold. But with world basketball growing ever-stronger, the Opals and Boomers will be tested like never before.
The once-unsinkable Pies are shipping water, but the Bombers are back on their wave
Essendon had a comprehensive win over reigning premiers Collingwood. The Bombers’ challenge now is to stay the course, while the Magpies must reverse theirs.
Have Your Say
A convicted child rapist will compete at the Paris Olympics. Where is the outrage?
The Dutch Olympic Committee has selected a beach volleyball player who served prison time after pleading guilty to rape charges. The IOC will not overrule his participation.
