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Australian real wage growth among worst in OECD
As Anthony Albanese campaigns on the cost of living, the OECD reports our wage growth lags the UK, Canada and the United States, but is better than New Zealand and Italy.
Flood risk for 22,000 inner Melbourne properties, new modelling shows
Blindsided residents in Fitzroy, Collingwood and Richmond will be told their homes are at risk of flooding from overflowing drains.
Boy bailed over driver’s death in Burwood has gone missing
On Tuesday night, Victoria Police said they were searching for a 17-year-old Glen Iris boy involved in the fatal crash in Burwood on July 2.
Higgins ‘steadfast in truth’ after Reynolds alleges plan to damage her career
The former defence industry minister is suing Higgins for defamation over July 2023 social media posts.
Deceived and abandoned by her husband, woman faced Sudan ordeal
A man who abandoned his wife in Sudan while he returned to Australia is before the courts in a first-of-its-kind case.
Opinion
US Votes 2024
For Democrats, replacing Biden will solve one problem but create another
Joe Biden is the ultimate decider on whether to stay on or to step aside, but key meetings this week may open the door for Kamala Harris.
Bruce Wolpe
Senior fellow at the US Studies Centre and former political staffer
This is one of the most beautiful regions on Earth. I’m reluctant to reveal it
To international visitors, Asturias remains something of a secret. And it’s one that, even now, I’m a little hesitant to let slip.
Daughter of acclaimed author alleges sexual abuse by stepfather
The Nobel Prize winner’s daughter says her mother stood by her husband when she was told of the abuse. The Canadian author died eight weeks ago.
Analysis
JobSeeker
Which suburb has the most teachers? Dentists? The most CEOs? Where to find Melbourne’s worker tribes
Brighton has the most CEOs, Kew the most GPs, the CBD has the most waiters and Tarneit has the most truckies. Find out where your peers live in our tour of Melbourne’s worker tribes.
Private schools are meant to help you get ahead. Not in Starmer’s cabinet
Two-thirds of Rishi Sunak’s cabinet were privately educated, but only one MP in Labour’s new cabinet paid to go to school. It’s a rapid turnaround.
Albanese shocked by ignorance of antisemitism
The prime minister has appointed eminent lawyer and businesswoman Jillian Segal as Australia’s first envoy to combat discrimination towards Jews.
Two stars out of 10: Why most Australian homes are poorly heated
Homes built before 2003 are typically inefficient, leading to higher energy bills and increased greenhouse emissions.
Grassroots support for Payman ‘overstated’, Labor MP says
Labor MP Lisa Chesters, a backbencher representing Bendigo, said her branch members were instead disappointed the WA senator crossed the floor and breached party rules.
This fairytale village in ruins symbolises state of China’s economy
These days the abandoned ruins stand as a mausoleum to Evergrande’s rapacious ambitions and a symbol of the sickness plaguing the real estate market.
AFL Briefing
AFL 2024
Cripps calls for review of Brownlow eligibility rules; Gawn ‘can’t walk’ but sets bold target for return
Carlton champ Patrick Cripps says the AFL should consider changing Brownlow Medal eligibility rules, while injured Melbourne star Max Gawn is determined to defy medical advice.
In Fitzroy’s backstreets glows a charming little newcomer with serious cooking cred
Go to Carnation Canteen for the $12 wines and salty snacks at aperitivo hour, stay for a lavish produce-driven dinner with back-vintage wines.
Opinion
Budgeting
Why your funeral could be a great investment
The cost of funerals has risen 20 per cent in the past few years, so it’s important to have a plan in place when it comes to payment.
Rachel Lane
Money contributor
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Opinion
Hospitals in crisis
Funding alone is not the magic bullet in fixing Victoria’s hospital crisis
John Wilson
Former president of RACP
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Victoria
Premier reverses hospital bailout decision but health services sceptical
Jacinta Allan’s new stance comes after hospital insiders warned of bed closures, surgery delays and even the end of vital services across Victoria’s health system.
Exclusive
Crime
Prosecution witness in city’s tobacco war allegedly firebombed into silence
A campaign of intimidation suspected of being waged by the crew of exiled gangland boss Kazem “Kaz” Hamad is targeting witnesses and victims helping police.
Men accused of firebombing Burgertory eatery paid $20,000 for the job, court told
Police allege that Wayle Mana – also known as “Chubby” – and his accomplices stole a car and torched the Caulfield burger store in November.
One major hurdle to airport rail is gone, but there’s another hitch
The proposed rail link to Melbourne Airport depends on whether the state and federal governments can agree on additional funding.
Melbourne Uni investigated over use of tracking data to punish students
More than 20 university students were sent images of themselves caught by campus CCTV cameras as evidence of wrongdoings during anti-conflict protests.
AFL 2024
AFL Briefing
Lewis ruptures ACL; Stringer helps Stewart recapture his form; Gawn out at least a fortnight
Melbourne skipper Max Gawn predicts he will miss Saturday night’s crunch clash with Essendon due to a painful ankle injury.
Analysis
Swans have more to worry about than McDonald’s late misses
In two consecutive games, Logan McDonald has missed the game-winning shot, but they obscure far greater issues for the Swans.
Politics
Australia takes rare step of blaming China for backing cyberattacks
It is the first time Australian agencies have taken the lead in attributing cyberattacks to hacking group APT40.
Business
Opinion
Global economy
UK and France have dug themselves very deep holes
Two very different election outcomes last weekend have produced very similar challenges that the governments will struggle to deal with.
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
World
Kyiv children’s hospital hit as Russian missile attack kills dozens across Ukraine
Missile strikes were launched on several Ukrainian cities - including the capital Kyiv - killing and wounding dozens and damaging a children’s cancer hospital.
Opinion
Why Trump’s explosive Iran question stumped this ex-White House insider
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
Trump is the master conman, but Biden is giving him a run for his money
Maureen Dowd
New York Times columnist
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Property
Address that last traded for $620,000 fetches $5.05 million at auction
Five families attracted to the location competed for the four-bedroom residence with manicured gardens and luxury finishes.
‘Fighting a losing battle’: Melbourne suburbs where rents have soared
Tenants are searching far and wide for their next home as rents in several suburbs spiralled 20 per cent or more in a year.
Good Food
Lifestyle
How to avoid burnout once you hit the mid-year slump
Feeling mentally exhausted and unmotivated at work? Australians are particularly susceptible to it at this time of year.
Culture
The case for Justin Timberlake, the celebrity we deserve
JT has once again proven that he is there to meet the moment, to show us who we are.
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AFL 2024
‘It was time’: Adam Simpson and Eagles part, Schofield to take over
There is no decision yet whether the 2018 premiership coach will lead the team this weekend against the Brisbane Lions, according to the club.
Analysis
Wimbledon
‘I’m a different player’: How de Minaur can take down Djokovic
The biggest match of Alex de Minaur’s career has arrived as he prepares to face the great Novak Djokovic in a last-eight clash at Wimbledon. Both players are dealing with physical issues, but the numbers from this year’s Wimbledon suggest the Serb will be tough to beat.
Sport integrity body unaware of blackmail claim by AFL player’s family
Andrew Wilkie says he has credible evidence to support his latest claims about a player who was in the AFL’s medical model for his drug use.
Analysis
Wimbledon
Ginger not injured: De Minaur unfazed by hip scare, into quarter-final
Australia’s Alex de Minaur pulled off a stunning victory against Arthur Fils, and now faces grand slam great Novak Djokovic in a quarter-final that will be the biggest match of his life.
AFL Briefing
AFL 2024
Cripps calls for review of Brownlow eligibility rules; Gawn ‘can’t walk’ but sets bold target for return
Carlton champ Patrick Cripps says the AFL should consider changing Brownlow Medal eligibility rules, while injured Melbourne star Max Gawn is determined to defy medical advice.
In Depth
Paris 2024
‘The weight of expectation was crippling’: How to avoid choking at the Olympics
The Olympic Games are unique – and so is the pressure that comes with racing in them. Not everyone finds a way to handle it.
Analysis
Test cricket
Blond highlights: Keeping pace with Anderson’s remarkable 20-year Test career
Australians first laid eyes on a peroxide-tipped Jimmy Anderson more than two decades ago. As he prepares for his farewell from the Test arena, we pick out five of the pace legend’s finest moments.
Have Your Say
A knee-jerk reaction is no answer to a backhander
Isaac Heeney’s suspension has once again prompted calls for a loosening of the criteria for Brownlow Medal eligibility. Those calls should be resisted.
Greg Baum
Sports columnist
