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Building Bad
CFMEU-aligned fund receives $5.5m grant to encourage women in construction
The funding from the federal government was announced a week before allegations were made about CFMEU members committing domestic violence.
PBS medication to cost no more than $25 under Labor election pledge
Labor will bring the patient co-payment for subsidised medicines down to $25 from $31.60 as it wages an election battle over healthcare.
Opinion
Peter Dutton
The 40-point gap revealing what women really think of Dutton
The opposition leader has attempted to assure women voters that he would not bring in a Trump-style reversal of their rights. But he is losing them.
Jenna Price
Columnist
Nicholas built a three-storey townhouse. It may cost him $1.1m in fines
The Victorian Building Authority has filed criminal charges against a builder accused of ignoring orders to stop work on a townhouse project in Melbourne’s north-west.
Australian player’s blood test raised in explosive tennis legal action
John-Patrick Smith was forced to give “a copious amount of his blood” on the eve of an Australian Open match, reveals a lawsuit in which Nick Kyrgios is a plaintiff.
First-time author makes history by winning richest literary prize – with a kids’ book
The 79-year-old great-grandmother from Far North Queensland hadn’t even planned to write a book.
‘You have to hunt’: Finding the new designer Woolies tote is a cat-and-mouse game
The Anya Hindmarch Woolworths tote bags have taken a life of their own, flying off shelves as style-conscious shoppers swoop in.
Cathay Pacific’s new business-class suites arrive in Australia
The airline’s highly anticipated Aria suites will now be available on flights from Australia to Hong Kong for the first time.
‘Blown our family apart’: Financial planner gambled away $4.5m in 52 betting accounts
Anthony Del Vecchio was sent free tickets and push alerts to keep gambling, sometimes up to $20,000 a day, as he fed a voracious addiction with stolen money from family and friends.
Leaked report blasts former Daylesford CEO for bungled redevelopment
The council watchdog’s refusal to release its report on Hepburn Shire has prompted calls for more transparency.
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Pharmaceuticals
Big pharma’s plea to Trump to punish Australia for cheaper medicines
US medical giants say Australia’s Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme is an “egregious and discriminatory” program that Trump should target in the next wave of tariffs.
In frozen isolation, claims of assault and threats rock research team
For a continent without permanent residents, Antarctica has been host to a notable amount of crime and misconduct.
Canadian car show kicks out Tesla, citing safety concerns amid Musk protests
A spate of destructive attacks on vehicles of the electric car brand at the weekend have been condemned by the Trump administration as “domestic terrorism”.
Khawaja upset by Queensland Cricket claims, in doubt for Shield final
Usman Khawaja has been left upset by suggestions from Queensland Cricket’s boss that the state had no idea of his injury issues and that he didn’t want to play in the state’s last Sheffield Shield game.
Battered Hawks pull off upset win over United to force NBL title decider
The NBL championship series will go to a deciding fifth game after the injury-hit Illawarra Hawks pulled off a remarkable 80-71 win over Melbourne United.
Building Bad
Exclusive
Labor governments pay CFMEU almost $3m in three years despite mounting scandals
The Victorian government accounted for the lion’s share of payments to the scandal-plagued union, while a smaller federal transfer was ordered by a court.
CFMEU vows to act on organised crime, violence against women at emergency meeting
The union’s national secretary secured landmark support from hundreds of delegates for his push to rid the industry of gangland players.
Victoria
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Healthcare
Patients who travel long distances for treatment once stayed at these flats. They’ve been booted out
The Victorian government stripped free housing from breast cancer patients and parents of ICU babies months ago, with no alternative system in place.
‘Time to go home’: Tears as young woman acquitted of murdering boyfriend’s mate
Seb O’Halloran had tried to intervene in a violent fight between the woman and her boyfriend when he was fatally stabbed in the chest.
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Crime
CCTV shows last minutes of Lilie James’ life
Paul Thijssen can be seen waiting with a hammer in his hand before entering a bathroom at St Andrew’s Cathedral School and killing the popular sports coach.
Secret’s out for Brittany Higgins’ husband, David Sharaz
Despite the intense public gaze on Sharaz and Higgins, he’s managed to keep secret his new job ... until now.
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IBAC
‘Completely untrue’: Premier denies conspiracy to dump police chiefs
Dumped Victoria Police deputy commissioner Neil Paterson has accused Premier Jacinta Allan and Police Minister Anthony Carbines of corruption over his ousting.
YOUNG IN MELBOURNE
These young Melburnians come from all walks of life. Here’s one challenge they have in common
The Age’s five trainee reporters interview a diverse group of Melburnians aged 19 to 29 about the cost of living, housing, politics and cancel culture. In this series, find out what it’s like to be young and living in Melbourne.
This 19-year-old says with hard work, he’ll buy a home in Brighton soon. But for an unpaid performer, the Australian dream is distant
The Age invited a diverse group of young Melburnians to discuss the housing crisis. Some see hard work as a path to buying a home, while others point to the need for more subsidised housing and better transport links.
Politics
Head of Lehrmann inquiry engaged in ‘serious corrupt conduct’: watchdog
The ACT Integrity Commission found former Queensland judge Walter Sofronoff, KC, “significantly compromised the integrity” of the Lehrmann inquiry.
Business
‘Merciless’: Google’s biggest-ever deal to turn 41-year-old into a billionaire
Behind his unassuming demeanour and his T-shirt-khakis-and-sneakers wardrobe, Assaf Rappaport is a shrewd dealmaker.
World
Updated
Israeli-Palestinian conflict
‘My building of hope has collapsed’: Hostage families devastated by strikes on Gaza
Israel’s surprise assault on Tuesday brought the deadliest day in Gaza since the start of the war. Now relatives of hostages fear they might not come home at all.
Opinion
Trump has hurt one of America’s most lucrative industries
Ambrose Evans-Pritchard
In spruiking Operation Hawk, the premier made a goose of the government
Chip Le Grand
State political editor
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Property
Where homes are getting cheaper but no one wants to buy them
Most property sellers make money, but loss-making resales have been concentrated in only a few neighbourhoods, a new report finds.
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Victoria residential property
Beau built a property portfolio. Then he faced an unexpected cost
An investor bought several houses and apartments in Victoria before his costs jumped by thousands of dollars – but a fix could be in sight.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Are LED light masks better than Botox? We asked the experts
Red and blue LED light masks have become a staple on TikTok. Actual dermatologists weigh in on whether they’re worth it.
Culture
Seth Rogen’s new TV show will lift the lid on Hollywood
The Studio is a showbusiness satire with a raft of A-listers playing themselves.
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Sport
Australian player’s blood test raised in explosive tennis legal action
John-Patrick Smith was forced to give “a copious amount of his blood” on the eve of an Australian Open match, reveals a lawsuit in which Nick Kyrgios is a plaintiff.
AFL Briefing
AFL 2025
Voss at the lectern: Carlton coach’s rally cry after round one shock
A week into the 2025 campaign, the faith of Blues fans is already being tested. The Carlton community is frazzled. Michael Voss’ media conference on Wednesday had a “state of the nation” feel.
Battered Hawks pull off upset win over United to force NBL title decider
The NBL championship series will go to a deciding fifth game after the injury-hit Illawarra Hawks pulled off a remarkable 80-71 win over Melbourne United.
Khawaja upset by Queensland Cricket claims, in doubt for Shield final
Usman Khawaja has been left upset by suggestions from Queensland Cricket’s boss that the state had no idea of his injury issues and that he didn’t want to play in the state’s last Sheffield Shield game.
Curnow returns for MCG blockbuster: AFL expert tips and teams for round two
The Blues have brought the two-time Coleman medallist straight back in for their crunch clash with the Hawks.
Opinion
AFL 2025
Too late to the intersection: Why Jackson Archer had to be banned
The notion that Luke Cleary caused the collision because he was low, or that Jackson Archer deserved a free for below the knees contact, is utter nonsense.
Jake Niall
Chief football writer, The Age
This stunning catch may save Marnus Labuschagne’s Test career
A blinding catch by Campbell Kellaway may help ensure Marnus Labuschagne is still batting at No.3 for Australia in the Ashes.
Have Your Say
Victorian clubs weigh up bold plays on Harley Reid
Victorian clubs are already considering what they may need to give up in draft capital to secure Harley Reid if he attempts to leave the Eagles with one year left on his contract.
