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Liberal Party
‘We’ve got a huge problem’: Another secret recording aired in Deeming-Pesutto defamation case
The recording was made a month before the Let Women Speak rally, which ousted Liberal Moira Deeming helped organise.
IMF says Australia’s high interest rates are ‘essential’ – and may rise again
The “last mile” in Australia’s inflation battle is proving more drawn-out than expected, the IMF has found, raising the possibility of another rate rise.
Opinion
Oil
This body of water is crucial to the global economy. And now it’s under threat
The oil world has had a surprisingly calm reaction to the Middle East conflict this week. That could change quickly.
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
China calls on UN to intervene in Middle East crisis; night footage shows missile barrage on Israel
Israeli and Hezbollah troops clashed on the ground in Lebanon on Wednesday after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed retaliation, saying Iran “made a big mistake”.
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Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Iran tried to light a ring of fire around Israel. Now Israel wields the blowtorch
Iran finally played its hand by firing missiles at Israel – which now has the whip hand, with US backing.
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
Dutton calls on government to invoke COVID-style police powers for Oct 7 protests
But a Victoria Police spokesperson said stopping the protests was not an option under the law as it stands.
$4 pizza, free gelato, ramen happy hour: 12 top dining deals to stop you overspending
We’ve rounded up a smorgasbord of Melbourne’s best dining-out deals for you to try.
Inside the new economy class ‘zone’ on Qantas ultra long-haul flights
Australians know long-haul travel, but with no stopover, on a 20-hour plus flight, the onboard experience will be more important than ever.
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ White Parties were A-list affairs. Was there more to them?
Celebrities rubbed shoulders, dancers gyrated, models lounged in bikinis. The hip hop mogul, now in custody, had a broad reach into worlds of music, movies and fashion.
‘Doesn’t matter if you lost’: New details of Trump’s bid to overturn election loss revealed
Much of the new filing focuses on Donald Trump’s dealings with then-vice president and running mate Mike Pence, who was pressured to overturn the 2020 election result.
Opinion
City life
I know why people are flocking to Melbourne – it has nothing to do with coffee or laneways
I’ve lived in cities all over the world, but it was a trip to Melbourne that helped me discover my personal superpower.
Liam Heitmann-Ryce-LeMercier
Freelance writer
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Crime
Man’s body found in car park of popular Melbourne shopping centre
A crime scene was set up at a Westfield Southland Shopping Centre on Thursday morning after the discovery of a man’s body.
Nervous wait for third falcon chick at Melbourne skyscraper
A Collins Street skyscraper has welcomed some new fluffy tenants after peregrine falcon chicks hatched on a much-watched ledge overnight.
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Science
The ‘plant-like’ structure in humans that could block tumours
Australian scientists have discovered a previously unknown link between plants and humans which could help in the treatment of cancer.
Many of your local election candidates appear to be independent. Our survey reveals otherwise
Use our interactive to see how many candidates in your council area are political party members.
Trust me, Nicolas Cage deserved to win an Oscar for this movie
Nameless and voiceless, his physical charisma does all the talking.
Does absence really make the heart grow fonder? It depends
While the adage may be a go-to for those in long-distance relationships, could all couples benefit from some time apart? Experts weigh in.
‘Every wrinkle is celebrated’: The women using age to their career advantage
Returning to work after taking years – or even decades – away? For some women, the benefits far outweigh the challenges.
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Political leadership
If PM repeats his performance over negative gearing, he can kiss the election goodbye
Niki Savva
Award-winning political commentator and author
Opinion
US Votes 2024
Vance wasn’t weird in the VP debate – and that will infuriate Trump
Bruce Wolpe
Senior fellow at the US Studies Centre and former political staffer
Just in
AFL
AFL Briefing
Premiership quartet cop swipe from Richmond president
Richmond’s president has taken a swipe at a quartet of premiership stars who want out of the club as megastar Dustin Martin shut down speculation that he would come out of retirement to play for Gold Coast.
Exclusive
Blues in the hunt for Pies’ premiership architect
Carlton have sounded out Collingwood’s premiership-winning ex-football boss Graham Wright about potentially taking over as chief executive from Brian Cook in an orderly handover.
Victoria
‘Game-changer’: Victorian babies to get free RSV immunisation
A new jab against the life-threatening respiratory virus will target vulnerable infants up to eight months old and be rolled out by next winter.
Updated
Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Victoria Police get extra resources for anniversary protests
Premier Jacinta Allan asked pro-Palestinian protesters not to demonstrate around the anniversary of the October 7 attacks
A wink and a nudge: How Nicola Gobbo learnt gangland figures would be murdered
It is only the third time the criminal barrister-turned-police informer has spoken publicly since being exposed as a supergrass in 2019.
Search our interactive to find out what policies your local council candidates back
Use our interactive to find out which key issues candidates across 31 councils in Greater Melbourne say they will back if elected.
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Courts
Pesutto backs deputy who secretly taped Liberal meeting as ‘insurance’
David Southwick told the court he recorded a meeting as an “insurance policy” because he could no longer trust Moira Deeming.
War in the Middle East
Opinion
Iran tried to light a ring of fire around Israel. Now Israel wields the blowtorch
Iran finally played its hand by firing missiles at Israel – which now has the whip hand, with US backing.
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
Why is Iran attacking Israel? And what happens next?
Australians woke to the news on Wednesday morning that Iran has launched missile strikes at Israel. Why did this happen? What does it mean? And, what’s next?
Politics
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Workplace culture
Staff quit Greens senator’s ‘unsafe’ workplace in droves over toxic culture
Twenty staff have left Greens WA senator Dorinda Cox’s office in just three years, with several lodging formal complaints alleging a hostile culture.
Business
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World markets
ASX opens flat as Wall Street steadies; OpenAI valued at $US157 billion
The Australian sharemarket edged slightly higher after US stocks drifted overnight, and Treasury yields rose following an encouraging update on the job market’s strength.
Opinion
Home loans
Should it be easier for the banks to give you a home loan?
Elizabeth Knight
Business columnist
World
Doctor pleads guilty in death of ‘Friends’ star Matthew Perry
Dr Mark Chavez’s attorney told reporters in August that his client was “doing everything in his power to cooperate, to help in this situation”.
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Property
Our nine favourite luxury homes for sale right now
From a waterfront home with two yacht berths to a beach house with award-winning interiors, we’ve rounded up our top picks.
Like Noosa 30 years ago: Coastal towns where property prices are booming
Think unspoiled beaches sans stingers, chic cafes free of crowds and homes by the beach without the multimillion-dollar price.
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Lifestyle
After years in the shadow of the Brownlow, The Dally M is leaning into the glamour
The NRL Dally M Medal ceremony has finally outgrown its reputation as the bridesmaid to the bridal looks and occasional honeymoon attire seen on the Brownlow red carpet.
Culture
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Performing arts
Australian theatre’s Dorian Gray was a West End triumph. Now it’s heading to Broadway
Having wowed audiences in London, Succession star Sarah Snook is set to take on New York in the brilliantly reimagined Oscar Wilde tale.
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‘Close to Jimmy Anderson’: Is this Australian paceman about to become England’s Ashes bolter?
Australian swing bowler Dan Worrall has earned comparisons to Jimmy Anderson as a pair of England legends push for him to be selected by Brendon McCullum ahead of next year’s Ashes tour.
Analysis
Trading and drafting
How can Geelong do it again? This time with both Smith and Oliver
Bailey Smith has requested a trade to Geelong, and now the question becomes: How can the Cats get the cream by landing both him and Clayton Oliver this trade period?
Road to greatness: Hughes finds home, Dally M Medal and a starring role
Initially not seen as a halfback, the Melbourne Storm’s No.7 has made the position his own with one of the most dominant seasons in the NRL.
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AFL 2024
Oliver’s twist: Star onballer wants to join Geelong
Clayton Oliver left the idyllic farmland property belonging to Geelong premiership ruckman Rhys Stanley on Tuesday wanting to play for the Cats in 2025.
Melbourne Storm vice captain Jahrome Hughes wins his first Dally M Medal by one vote
The Melbourne Storm’s Jahrome Hughes has won the NRL’s prestigious Dally M award, while Olivia Kernick, of the Roosters, claimed the women’s honour.
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AFL 2024
Blues in the hunt for Pies’ premiership architect
Carlton have sounded out Collingwood’s premiership-winning ex-football boss Graham Wright about potentially taking over as chief executive from Brian Cook in an orderly handover.
From Robbie Williams to running Flemington: The rise of Kylie Rogers
Flemington’s first female boss, Kylie Rogers, reflects on her time at the AFL, landing Robbie Williams for the grand final, and raising three boys after losing her husband to cancer.
Have Your Say
‘No room for slip-ups’: The threat to Australia’s quest for World Cup history
Meg Lanning knows how to win Twenty20 World Cups, and she set out how Australia can claim a seventh title with the tournament starting for the Aussies on Saturday.
