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$60m Bitcoin scheme reinvents itself – amid investigation
NGS Crypto is accused of encouraging investors to take money out of super to invest in bitcoin – and three of the men behind the company continue to promote cryptocurrency investments.
Private school win as government kills off donation rule change
A plan to boost donations to charities has proposed ending tax-deductible giving to private schools, but the federal government has shut it down.
Exclusive
Building Bad
Labor-linked judge in government sights to take over CFMEU
Three sources said NSW Supreme Court Justice Stephen Rothman was among candidates being discussed as a potential administrator.
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Healthcare
‘Sex bubbles’: Why Victorians should keep a list of their sex partners
The state is in the grip of its largest mpox outbreak, with 76 cases detected over the past three months, compared with just eight cases last year.
Cyberattack on prescription service MediSecure affects 13 million Australians
Personal and health-related data was stolen in the cyberattack earlier this year, one of the largest hacks ever.
No time to waste on another climate war, big business warns
Energy and manufacturing giants are refusing to back the Coalition’s rejection of Australia’s 2030 climate targets, and want to accelerate the green power shift.
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AFL 2024
‘Error of law’ clears Bedford and Cameron on appeal
The board used the same law, 18.7, as the Charlie Cameron case earlier in the evening in overturning Bedford’s three-match ban.
From TV talent shows to 10m platforms, Rousseau is going for Olympic gold (well, sort of)
How does this tattooed, mulleted, free-spirited 23-year-old afraid of heights dive with such precision he stopped China claiming a world titles clean sweep?
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Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Labor works to cool fear of Israel-Lebanon war as Wong lambasts Israel
As Israel’s parliament voted overwhelmingly against Palestinian statehood, Wong used some of her strongest language to date to condemn Israeli Defence Force strikes.
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US Votes 2024
Biden reportedly ‘more receptive’ to growing pleas to stand aside
There are reports Nancy Pelosi has told him polling shows he cannot win.
Trump gunman Thomas Crooks leaves behind pile of mysteries
A coherent picture of the moments before the shooting is emerging, but the shooter’s ideology and reasons for pulling the trigger remained a mystery.
Opinion
Pregnancy
It was the final moments of my miracle pregnancy when I began to shiver uncontrollably
Lying there, I felt like I was floating in a bubble of terror.
Isabelle Oderberg
Contributor
Two of Us
Good Weekend
George Gittoes and Hellen Rose on making art and love in war zones
It’s in the world’s danger zones that the artist and filmmaker, 74, and his wife, a performance artist and singer, 60, feel most in love.
How these Australian women became a global target of online misogyny
A light-hearted TikTok video was viewed tens of millions of times before attracting the ire of online misogynists, including Andrew Tate.
‘Pretty magical’: Jesinta and Buddy Franklin’s glam home for sale
The star couple dream of finding a block of land and building a luxury farmhouse - once they find the right buyer.
Analysis
Collectables
Why pieces from this Australian designer could soon be worth thousands
Akira Isogawa is a name in fashion that needs little introduction, and keen collectors have started to chase after his iconic pieces.
Paris 2024
He died 106 years ago, but in one French village they’ll never forget this Australian Olympian
Cecil Healy died the day after the battle of the Somme was won. More than a century later, his legacy for bravery and sportsmanship live on in Australia and France.
‘More than smiles and flower caps’: Why artistic swimmers are Games’ fittest athletes
Meet some of Australia’s toughest competitors. They train eight hours in the pool every day, all year, in a sport that is often completely misunderstood.
Building Bad
PM hits back at Coalition claims CFMEU action was ‘weakest possible’
Anthony Albanese says the now-defunct ABCC did “absolutely nothing but worried about what flags were flying on a building sites” as he rejected Coalition calls to do more to address allegations of CFMEU misconduct.
Updated
Union to go to war over bid to stamp out CFMEU corruption
Union officials have vowed to fight “to the ends of the earth” against federal government moves to appoint an administrator to oversee the scandal-plagued CFMEU.
Victoria
Accused $1.3m traffic fine fixer allowed to go to Greece on holiday
Tyler Garth allegedly used her employment at a VicRoads contractor to falsify fine nominations connected to organised crime figures, including bikie gangs.
A history buff bought three embroidered postcards for $10 each at a flea market. They uncovered a story of gallantry
Charlie Runga was awarded a prestigious Military Medal for two heroic actions in one day in 1918.
Lawyers accused of doctoring medical certificate to help client
Two Melbourne lawyers charged with perverting the course of justice have failed to have reporting of their names suppressed from the public.
‘The kindest lady’: Neighbours mourn Lolene, 85, after body found in Maribyrnong River
A West Footscray woman has been charged with murder and a 15-year-old boy questioned after the discovery of a woman’s body.
Liberal stalwart serves up a history lesson to the AEC
CBD has a word of caution – don’t mention the submarines.
AFL 2024
Opinion
Were these AFL bans correct, or the suspensions that broke footy?
Debate is raging over the three-match bans upheld by the AFL tribunal for Toby Bedford and Charlie Cameron’s tackles. Is the reaction hysterical hand wringing, or is the game under threat?
Jon Pierik and Peter Ryan
Money Talks
The silver lining to a possible 20-year low for the yellow and black army
Richmond premiership player Liam Baker will consider his options closer to the end of the season, with offers from three clubs in front of him. But the Tigers have enough collateral to reset their list under Adem Yze.
Politics
‘A political mischief’: Forrest hits back at green hydrogen detractors
Mining executive Andrew Forrest has denied he is abandoning his ambitions for green hydrogen.
Business
Opinion
Elon Musk
Musk madness: Why a major investor says Tesla shares will increase 1000 per cent
Is there no circus in which Elon Musk does not want to perform?
Elizabeth Knight
Business columnist
World
Analysis
US Votes 2024
Vance spells out his rags-to-riches tale as he vies to become America’s Millennial VP
Trump’s running mate, who has morphed into his mini-me, was the man of the moment on the third day of the Republican convention.
Opinion
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Property
How home sellers made 10 per cent more money than the highest offer
The premium has hovered in a range of about 10 per cent to 11 per cent in recent years, and pushed above 12 per cent in 2021.
Seven of our favourite luxury homes for sale right now
Our top picks include a beach house with three decks to enjoy the sea breeze, a no-expenses-spared restoration, and a creekfront sanctuary.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Ghosting is an inescapable part of dating. Is it ever OK?
A study found 25 per cent of participants said they’d been ghosted by a romantic partner, and just over 20 per cent said they had ghosted someone themselves.
Opinion
Marriage
Steven said no to the strip club on a buck’s night. Then his mates shunned him
Jenna Price
Columnist and academic
Culture
The Melbourne artist flipping the script on Hollywood’s ‘white saviours’
Future Remains is the fourth exhibition in a series that opens doors for some of our most promising artists.
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The moment the room went quiet: Inside the meeting of some of the AFL’s most powerful figures
All 18 AFL club chiefs gathered in Perth for a crucial meeting with league bosses as the season nears its conclusion. Their agenda included some of the game’s biggest issues.
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AFL 2024
The ‘error of law’ that freed Lion Cameron and Giant Bedford
GWS Giants forward Toby Bedford is free to play after his appeal was upheld by the AFL appeals board on Thursday night. The Brisbane Lions also have had Charlie Cameron’s three-game ban overturned.
Analysis
EPL
Ange Postecoglou would be perfect for England. Thank god it won’t happen
He’s reportedly on the Football Association’s shortlist to replace Gareth Southgate. As he should be: Ange Postecoglou would be an ideal fit for England.
AFL round 19 teams and tips: Essendon drop former skipper
See the selected teams as they’re announced for AFL round 19. Essendon have dropped their former skipper and forward Peter Wright. Plus check out the expert tipsters.
‘Environment of fear’: On eve of Olympics, volleyball confronts ghosts of past
A cultural review found Australian women’s volleyball players suffered eating disorders and resorted to self-harm and substance abuse after being based at the AIS.
Opinion
AFL 2024
Do more: These stars must lift as the finals fight heats up
For many teams, the difference between a deep finals run, an early September exit or missing out all together will hinge on key players returning to form.
Kane Cornes
AFL columnist
He died 106 years ago, but in one French village they’ll never forget this Australian Olympian
Cecil Healy died the day after the battle of the Somme was won. More than a century later, his legacy for bravery and sportsmanship live on in Australia and France.
Have Your Say
As confusion rules in the AFL, there is urgent need for a rewrite
In trying to minimise concussion, the AFL has tied itself into knots and the players are tripping over them. There is an urgent need for a fresh look.
Greg Baum
Sports columnist
