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Pharmaceuticals
Trump pressured to act on ‘damaging’ Australian medicine prices
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.
Analysis
World politics
As Putin plays hardball and Gaza explodes, ‘peacemaker’ Trump cops reality check
The US president cast himself as the Putin-whisperer – the only guy who “gets” the Russian leader. But now, the situation risks seriously embarrassing Trump.
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Early learning
Childcare millionaire’s $94,000 grocery bill and $10 million tax debt
The embattled Genius Childcare boss and the companies he controls have racked up debts that might top $38 million, including with supermarket giant Coles and Nova radio station.
A builder got a permit for a slab. He allegedly built three-storey townhouses instead
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.
‘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.
Opinion
Trump's White House
Trump has hurt one of America’s most lucrative industries
Donald Trump has turned every form of vulnerability into a means of extortion.
Ambrose Evans-Pritchard
‘Very tightly held’: The best-performing prestige suburb in Melbourne
Nestled between the bay and a lake, this locale has taken the title of Melbourne’s best-performing suburb with a median house price above $2 million for 2024.
One of the most beautiful places in Europe is virtually unknown
Most people have never heard of Veitastrond, a lost pocket almost unknown to the outside world despite “the finest ice scenery in Europe”.
Opinion
US politics
Like a toxic omnipresence, Trump is everywhere. Including my therapy room
As flagrant violations of power occur in what can only be described as an emerging dictator state, we’re seeing an increase in anxiety here in Australia.
Ahona Guha
Psychologist
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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.
Opinion
Governance
Slapped with a feather: White misled board, but keeps top job
There was no plank walking for this human headline/inappropriate social media lothario. The lack of punishment would be unthinkable in most large Australian listed companies.
Elizabeth Knight
Business columnist
‘Significant’ police presence for Avalon Airshow as protest threat looms
Victorian police say they are “well-prepared to respond swiftly” to any protest activity at this weekend’s airshow at Avalon Airport.
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.
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.
Render v real life: These homes were meant to have greenery and landscaping. The reality was stark
In Australia, it’s possible to live in a five-green-star-rated building that’s entirely made of concrete and glass.
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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.
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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.
Building Bad
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.
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An ‘extremely violent’ bikie approached Big Build firms for cash. They coughed up
Companies working on government projects have been pressured to fund an outlaw motorcycle gang-linked boxing promotion company as well as a bikie-backed souvlaki day.
Victoria
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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.
Lord Mayor backflips on promise of 50,000 free swimming lessons and $2 swims
Lord Mayor Nick Reece is backing away from a pledge to provide 50,000 free swimming lessons and $2 swimming pool entry across the City of Melbourne’s pools.
Woman who killed both sons dies weeks after being released from prison
Donna Fitchett was found dead on Monday night, after being released from prison for the murder of her two sons.
Bail laws to be split to cope with influx of prisoners
Bail reform in Victoria will be staggered to allow the system to prepare for an influx of people on remand.
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China relations
$200k to betray a neighbour: The Hong Kong letters pursuing dissidents in Australia
The office of Foreign Minister Penny Wong has raised concerns with Chinese authorities after letters appeared on Australian doorsteps offering large sums of money for information about dissidents.
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
Robot warehouse logistics bungle hits Myer sales, profits
Myer’s new automated warehouse, which has already been delayed two years, suffered implementation issues that continue to plague the department store.
World
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Space
‘What a ride’: After 286 days stuck in orbit, Butch and Suni finally get home
The NASA astronauts splashed down off the coast of Tallahassee, hitching a ride back to Earth to close out a space saga that began with a bungled test flight more than nine months ago.
Opinion
In spruiking Operation Hawk, the premier made a goose of the government
Chip Le Grand
State political editor
This referendum folly is as mad an idea as I have heard in years. Dutton must rule it out
George Brandis
Former high commissioner to the UK and federal attorney-general
Those glorious bunny teeth on The White Lotus give me hope
Kerri Sackville
Columnist and author
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Property
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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.
How The Block’s Mitch and Mark turned a 1970s home into a luxe beach retreat
They paid $1.7 million in 2019, then poured their hearts into reimagining every space and creating a place to relax and entertain.
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
‘Lost a rap battle he provoked’: Drake’s label takes Kendrick’s side
Drake claims he was defamed in a feud involving intensely personal diss tracks. Universal Music says his attempt to sue over it ruins the art form.
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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.
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.
Money Talks
AFL 2025
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. There’s news around Kysaiah Pickett and Toby Bedford, too.
‘Stuck in a rigged game’: Kyrgios, Djokovic take legal action in tennis pay fight
Nick Kyrgios has joined Novak Djokovic in a law suit launched against tennis’ governing bodies by the rebel Professional Tennis Players Association.
Analysis
Australian soccer
The Barcelona legend, the billionaire politician and the Indonesian plot to usurp the Socceroos
The appointment of Patrick Kluivert as Indonesia’s national team coach is the latest sign that Australia’s northern neighbours are finally getting serious about their national sport.
Tribunal wrap
AFL 2025
Archer ban stands: Roos defender out for three; Lynch and Scrimshaw fail at tribunal
Jackson Archer will miss North Melbourne’s next three games after the AFL tribunal upheld his suspension for the collision that left Bulldog Luke Cleary concussed. And the one-game ban for Richmond’s Tom Lynch stands.
Have Your Say
Selection, game style, skill: The issues exposed in the Blues’ last 10 games
It’s only round one, but Thursday night’s result against Richmond exposed some flaws that have crept into Carlton’s game. Here are the quick fixes they can employ while they address the larger issues.
