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Victoria will have to prove Suburban Rail Loop, big build value before federal government chips in
Infrastructure Minister Catherine King says tough new rules on road and rail projects “can and must” prevent delays and cost blowouts.
Opinion
US Votes 2024
The most telling thing about Kamala’s pyjama party? How Fox News treated Trump right after it
Donald Trump phoned in to Fox to offer his critique of Harris’ acceptance speech at the Democratic National Convention. They duly put him to air, initially...
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
Exclusive
RBA
Chalmers’ Reserve Bank deal with Coalition triggers sweep of the board
A long-awaited overhaul of the Reserve Bank looks to be in sight, but new board members will be needed to run the nation’s most important economic institution.
How a derelict theatre revived a whole suburb and attracted Hollywood royalty
Much like the solar system, the suburb of Yarraville revolves around its own Sun. The popular art deco theatre has many crediting it with helping revitalise the inner west.
How a school with farm animals achieved some of Victoria’s highest VCE scores
An Islamic school built on the site of a former farm and a government school that fosters a strong sense of community have been named as The Age’s 2024 Schools that Excel winners in Melbourne’s north.
Joal’s landlord is leaving her old home empty. She can’t understand why
Thousands of homes are empty across Victoria, prompting concerns that unused properties are contributing to the housing crisis in Victoria.
Spurs fans are loving ‘Big Ange’. If only he’d been shown such respect here
In Australia, some struggled with Ange Postecoglou’s name. In the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, tens of thousands of Brits chant it.
Opinion
AFL 2024
Why so many people are rejecting the Eagles’ coaching job
Caroline Wilson
Football columnist for The Age
From bike lanes to business help, what the lord mayor candidates promise for Melbourne
The race for the next lord mayor of Melbourne is under way. The Age has interviewed the candidates and outlined their key policies and vision.
Schools that Excel 2024: Find out your school’s VCE results
The Age’s Schools that Excel series celebrates schools that achieve outstanding improvement in their VCE results over a decade. Find out who won and use our dashboard to track your school’s results.
Exclusive
Social media
The Facebook problem that only hurts Australians
Frances Haugen made global headlines when she blew the whistle on Facebook. She says the company treats Australia differently to other markets.
How Kamala Harris reinvented herself, and why everyone is taking notice
In the past weeks, Harris has been barnstorming the country, electrifying rally audiences with one energetic speech after another. It’s a big change from her early vice-presidential days.
Mornings without screens, coffee or exercise? I tried it and have thoughts
Is the ‘low-dopamine morning’ as life-changing as it sounds? Experts weigh in on the trend.
The inside story of how Disney roared back to life
A year after a series of failures bruised its brand, the House of Mouse has two billion-dollar babies on its slate, and a third in its sights.
Traveller Letters: Book with this budget airline at your peril
“When it works, it’s great. When things go wrong however, you are totally on your own.”
Schools that Excel 2024
After a crisis: How a school turned a public scandal into a teaching moment
An independent school that had its values tested in the most public way and a government school that celebrates its students’ success are The Age’s 2024 Schools that Excel winners in Melbourne’s east.
The hottest ticket at this high-achieving private school? The volunteer food van
An independent school that serves meals to nearby residents and a government school that uses raffle tickets to boost student engagement have been selected as The Age’s 2024 Schools that Excel in Melbourne’s south.
Victoria
Union boss, husband accused of pocketing cash in $2.7m ghost printing scheme
The Fair Work Commission launched legal action against Health Workers Union boss Diana Asmar.
Exclusive
Building Bad
Former communist to lead clean-up of Setka’s old CFMEU branch
Veteran university unionist Grahame McCulloch will have to overhaul the Victorian division of the union but current national secretary Zach Smith will stay on.
Opinion
Courts
Why most people who are wrongfully convicted don’t get compensated
The prosecutor’s remarks to the jury were “contrary to his responsibility to the court”. But the man jailed as a result still can’t get compensation for how this ruined his life.
Michael Bachelard
Senior writer, The Age
Tony Wright’s Column
Regional Australia
Mobile phones, 3G and the coming sounds of silence in the bush
The approaching closure of the 3G telecommunications service means an unknown number of mobile users will no longer be able to connect with emergency services.
Why Melbourne is no longer a ghost town
City retailers are popping the champagne corks as workers return to the office, international tourists and students fly in and shoppers come back for weekend visits.
AFL 2024
‘I’m a bit of a non-conformist’: Why this AFL coach lives in a van
Craig Jennings is the GWS Giants’ offence coach. He’s also a rare books salesman, and an animal rescuer. Oh – and he doesn’t have a house. Not in Sydney, anyway.
Opinion
Sunday showdown: Blue heaven or hell for Carlton
On the final day of the 2024 AFL home and away season, Carlton will take the field against St Kilda with a straightforward equation: Win and they will play finals.
Jake Niall
Chief football writer, The Age
Politics
Albanese’s hand-picked domestic violence experts tell him to ban gambling ads
The prime minister ordered a rapid review of practical solutions to stop the violence. The advice he received is something he’s been reluctant to do.
Business
Outgoing boss urges ABC to ‘correct the record’ on women at the top
David Anderson wants more women promoted into senior executive roles at the broadcaster, and has pushed back against criticism of the ABC’s news coverage.
World
Analysis
US Votes 2024
Jubilant Kamala Harris makes the choice clear: freedom or chaos
In accepting her nomination for Democratic presidential candidate, the US vice president highlighted all the ways her rival Donald Trump would take the country backwards.
Opinion
You know Trump’s in trouble when he can’t settle on a nickname for his enemy
Waleed Aly
Columnist, co-host of Ten's The Project and academic
I jumped up and down when I heard Michelle Obama utter one amazing word
Julia Baird
Journalist, broadcaster, historian and author
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Property
Our 12 favourite homes for sale in Melbourne right now
Looking for your next home? From an architect-designed classic to a grand 1890s mansion, we’ve got you covered.
Radio star Kate Langbroek set to triple her money on family home sale
The comedian hopes to triple her money on the sale of her family home of almost two decades to upsize within the same suburb.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Meet the 31-year-old bride. She’s probably getting married in November
The latest report from the Australian Bureau of Statistics revealed the most popular wedding date and the changing shape of Australian nuptials.
Opinion
Supermarkets
I used to hate slow walkers in the supermarket - until an unfortunate incident turned me into one
Denise Mills
Accountant, freelance writer
Culture
Spring has sprung early, here’s how to make the most of it in Melbourne
Your culture guide for cost-conscious connoisseurs, with a few big-ticket items should you have the chance to splash out.
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Analysis
AFL 2024
Inside the ‘war room’ that sparked Hawthorn’s stunning rise
Hawthorn had just finished barely above the bottom four despite having one of the league’s oldest lists, so something had to give.
Daicos brothers star as Magpies outlast Dees, lightning delay to score win; Pickett facing bump concerns
Follow along for all the major moments and post game reactions as Collingwood and Melbourne look to end their respective seasons with a win.
Opinion
AFL 2024
Why so many people are rejecting the Eagles’ coaching job
At least four leading candidates have turned their backs on approaches from West Coast for their senior coaching job, and the reason why is a warning to the AFL.
Caroline Wilson
Football columnist for The Age
AFL Briefing
AFL 2024
Industrial action prompts AFL time changes; Williams, Curnow to miss for Blues
The Hawks v Kangaroos and Tigers v Suns have had their game times changed for Saturday. Meanwhile, the Blues are confident Charlie Curnow would be available for the first final in a fortnight’s time, should the club qualify, as Ross Lyon admits he has “no idea” where Josh Battle will end up next season.
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Formula 1
Son of a gun Jack Doohan to join F1 ranks with Alpine
Thirty years after his father Mick Doohan won the first of five motorcycling world championships, Jack Doohan has signed with Alpine, joining compatriots Oscar Piastri and Daniel Ricciardo on the F1 circuit.
‘Losing millions a year’: The $610 million racing code on the precipice
Five years ago, Victoria was considered the best harness racing precinct in Australasia. Now it is facing an ‘unprecedented crisis’.
Cricket’s big tests: The Matildas, screens and the decline of the backyard game
Facing challenges on multiple fronts, Cricket Australia is considering new formats for youngsters.
Have Your Say
Scandals, a derailed rebuild and questionable drafting: Unpacking a seven-year AFL slide
The Crows have been in disarray since the 2017 grand final. After seven seasons of mediocrity, distractions, controversy and mishaps, patience at West Lakes must be wearing thin.
Kane Cornes
AFL columnist
