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Investigations
One Nation’s ‘tough on crime’ Victorian secretary ran strip club with bikie-linked promoter
The revelations about Bianca Colecchia come as an investigation reveals overstated claims by the party’s national vetting boss and the criminal convictions for a prominent volunteer.
‘I have completely broken down’: Wife’s grief after delivery driver’s death
The death of a Chinese delivery driver in the CBD is the latest in a series of cruel blows for his family.
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Victorian election
‘It was insane’: Inside the secret plan for a 20-storey airport rail station
The government’s big idea to bring together two city-shaping projects at Melbourne Airport would have put SRL commuters at eye-level with air traffic controllers.
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Defence
Victoria Barracks sale dumped after heavy backlash
The move follows a sharp backlash and comes nine months after the government said it would fully or partially sell 67 defence sites for an estimated $3 billion.
Israeli president asks Netanyahu rival to try to form government
Israel’s president has chosen Gadi Eisenkot, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s strongest rival, to try to form a new government following a deadlocked election.
6G is coming. Here’s what to expect
6G’s founding researcher says 5G was faster, “but that’s kind of it”. As preparations for Australia’s next network ramp up, there are important lessons to be learnt.
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Australian cricket
Khawaja doubles down in series of extraordinary videos
Usman Khawaja says he was ready to go public with his recollections of “sandpapergate” in 2021 – but didn’t want to “go to war” with Australia’s bowlers, who had denied knowledge of a plan to tamper with the ball.
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Why Usman Khawaja’s meeting with Albanese got ‘heated’
In his autobiography, Australia’s first muslim Test cricketer describes the Islamophobia experienced by his family, including an attack on his mother at the MCG. He also reveals how a meeting with the PM became heated.
Opinion
Test cricket
I don’t know a bowler who hasn’t licked, flicked, scratched or slobbered on a cricket ball
Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis has said he thought the punishment for Steve Smith, David Warner and Cameron Bancroft was over the top. He has a point.
Geoff Lawson
Cricket columnist
Opinion
Victorian election
I interviewed Ben Carroll and Jess Wilson. One went viral, the other complained
The Victorian election has collapsed into provocative social media posts, stupid AI tricks, staged ice cream eating and pothole filling, all pumped out in the belief stunts will win votes.
Neil Mitchell
Journalist
The schools where teachers stamp out bullying – and those where they do not
Data from across all Victorian secondary schools reveals a stark trend of the damage bullying can do to schools and the preventative role a strong school culture has.
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Mental health
Mental health services are still sending faxes. The solution’s late, over budget, and may not work
Mental health services are using an IT system that was developed in 1999. The one meant to replace it is two years late, $24m over budget, and incompatible with most hospitals’ systems.
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Trump's White House
First Elon Musk, now the UFC boss. Trump pulls big names out of his hat
Trump’s offer of the press secretary job could be a joke; either way, it suggests the White House might be in “fight” mode after a crushing midterms capitulation.
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Poland
Nine killed after gunman opens fire on tourist hotspot in Krakow
The gunman fired at random people with an automatic weapon as he drove into the Polish city’s Main Square, police said.
Robert Pattinson emerges as late contender to play James Bond
The fiercely contested race for the next face of the James Bond franchise is heating up, with three actors reportedly being added to the mix.
The real-life marriage behind Olivia Colman and Alexander Skarsgard’s on-screen romance
If Wicker has something real to say about relationships, thank this husband and wife.
Pia Miranda, a smashed statue, and the habit she sticks to when she travels
Eight well-known Australians share the most treasured items in their home.
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VICTORIA VOTES
Potholes not the only worry as Jess Wilson’s bus reverses into building
The bus ran into trouble on its first day on the road, damaging the awning of a jeweller in Melbourne’s south-east.
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We asked Carroll’s loved ones to sing his praises. They gave us the same backhanded compliment
The premier has 123 days to make his mark – or lose the job he’s aimed for his entire life. And even he knows his virtues are not necessarily suited to the current political climate.
Victoria
Let me entertain you: The real winners of this year’s spring racing carnival
It has been a week of champions. Champion stayers of the equine variety and champion campaigners on the social scene.
What life’s like in Melbourne’s most mortgage-stressed suburb now
Locals are working as many hours as possible, choosing cheaper groceries and still finding there’s nothing left at the end of the week.
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Crime
Emotions run high in Chinese community after delivery rider’s death
Hundreds of Chinese residents gathered to honour the victim and spoke of their fear living in Melbourne.
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City life
As David Jones teeters, two new Chris Lucas eateries aim to revive Melbourne’s midtown
A new office building in Bourke Street will feature two venues run by the renowned restaurateur.
Woman fighting for life, two injured, after stabbing near south-east Melbourne primary school
Police said a 28-year-old woman was left with life-threatening injuries, while two others were also injured in the incident which sent a school into lockdown.
WEEKEND READS
The rise and fall of Russell Brand, shapeshifting sexual predator
After decades of trading on chaos and casting himself as an untamed spirit, a London court exposes the reality behind the comic facade.
17 stays redefining the weekend away in Victoria – including adults-only experiences
From plunge pools to beehives, a revamped church and off-grid geodomes.
Politics
‘Absolute garbage’: Hanson dismisses allegations of Rinehart influence
The One Nation leader was responding to claims from former campaign director Sean Black, made in a secretly recorded conversation uncovered by this masthead.
Business
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David Jones collapse
Behind closed doors: Inside the $5 million meeting that sealed the downfall of David Jones
The ugly, inglorious end to the 188-year-old luxury department store came down to $5 million in unpaid rent.
Opinion
Superannuation
Super funds are finally overhauling retirement. Here’s what’s changing
Bec Wilson
Money contributor
World
35-by-35: A catchy slogan, a mammoth negotiation and a plan to save the world
Instead of concentrating on fossil fuel reduction targets, next week’s climate talks will aim to ramp up electrification.
Opinion
Usman Khawaja remained silent for eight years. Why did he speak out now?
Malcolm Knox
Journalist, author and columnist
Russell Brand told us who he was. Why did it take us so long to believe him?
Jacqueline Maley
Columnist and senior journalist
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Property
Young couple snaps up inner-city Edwardian for $1,080,000 after pass in
The period home’s buyers were the sole bidders at its auction on Saturday. After it passed in to them, they negotiated a sale price $20,000 under the listed reserve.
What life’s like in Melbourne’s most mortgage-stressed suburb now
Locals are working as many hours as possible, choosing cheaper groceries and still finding there’s nothing left at the end of the week.
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Baking
Seven old-fashioned favourites to bake this weekend
Lifestyle
Vivienne’s clothing collection is so vast, she stores some of it in an unlikely part of her home
When it came to finding her home, Vivienne Gidakos sacrificed space for cafes and galleries.
Culture
He stars in the most expensive show ever made, but Ismael Cruz Cordova’s journey to Middle-earth was not easy
Long before he put on his elven ears, the Rings of Power star saved to buy his first DVDs, including Moulin Rouge!.
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Australian cricket
Khawaja’s explosive confession puts Australian bowlers in the firing line
Usman Khawaja says he was ready to go public with his recollections of “sandpapergate” in 2021 – but didn’t want to “go to war” with Australia’s bowlers, who had denied knowledge of a plan to tamper with the ball.
Opinion
Ball tampering
The only winner out of Khawaja’s bombshell is the saga’s villain
There are more losers than winners out of Usman Khawaja’s revelations. Even the players to whom he dedicated a chapter of his book don’t come out without bruises.
Andrew Wu
Sports Writer
Opinion
AFLW
Full-time workloads, part-time help: Coaches in women’s footy are being short-changed
Who’d want to be a woman and an AFLW coach? Not many people, judging by the events of the past year. Now there are now just three women left. Assistant coaches are dropping off, too.
Kelli Underwood
Columnist
Cripps, Blues party as Birdman wins Champions Stakes; Tears as Waller speaks about Cup scratching
The Carlton captain had plenty of reason to smile at Flemington on the last day of the Melbourne Cup carnival.
Opinion
Test cricket
I don’t know a bowler who hasn’t licked, flicked, scratched or slobbered on a cricket ball
Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis has said he thought the punishment for Steve Smith, David Warner and Cameron Bancroft was over the top. He has a point.
Geoff Lawson
Cricket columnist
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Australian cricket
Sandpaper scandal reviewer calls for fresh probe as Lehmann questions Khawaja’s motives
Usman Khawaja’s latest claims about the infamous 2018 ‘Sandpapergate’ series have set the cricket world alight, with four Australian bowlers remaining silent on the latest drama.
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Dee-lighted: Melbourne storm back from the brink to leave Cats heartbroken; Roos smash Blues
Melbourne came back from the brink against Geelong, while North Melbourne were far too strong for Carlton in their back-to-back AFLW qualifying finals at Ikon Park.
Have Your Say
This Australian team was already under pressure. Khawaja’s allegations could finish it off
The Test series defeat in South Africa exposed a struggling batting order, an ageing bowling attack and a captain under fire. England, here for a white-ball tour, will be loving it – and rightly so.
Michael Vaughan
Former England cricket captain
