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City life
Robbie Williams was given the keys to Melbourne. Now questions are being asked
The British singer received the keys to the city in front of a crowd at Federation Square. But a donation to Lord Mayor Nick Reece’s election campaign and the late notice to councillors have raised questions.
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Science
‘Sugar-daddy’ Trump comes for CSIRO on scientific research funding
The Trump administration is demanding Australian government researchers answer a diversity, gender and climate survey to guarantee funding amid warnings from experts.
How Australia plans to ‘Trump-proof’ the economy from tariffs war
Australia has been name-checked again by US officials for possible tariffs. “Until they make a decision, we don’t know what to believe,” a senior government source admitted.
Senior Trump officials accidentally texted secret war plans to journalist
Washington is in shock after the editor-in-chief of The Atlantic revealed he had been included in a highly sensitive Signal group chat that planned strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen.
The dodgy vet, the pet detective and the million-dollar legal battle
Pet detective Anne-Marie Curry was enlisted to help crack the case of a missing puppy. Just as she started to make headway, the tables were turned.
Opinion
Trump's America
Day by day, Trump’s America becomes more like Xi’s China
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
Opinion
Life in the ’burbs
In my suburb we’re not snobs. But we do look down on Black Rock and Brighton
My suburb is home to the real Fountain Lakes shopping centre, which extends ostentatiously over the top of eight lanes of the Nepean Highway.
Colin Hill
Contributor
Opinion
Stirring the pot
Adam Liaw on the joyless grind of modern day meal prep
Sure, prepping the same meal to reheat and eat night after night may make life simpler, but it’s also sucking the joy out of, well, everything.
Adam Liaw
Recipe writer and presenter
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Airline reviews
A punishing start, but in this business seat you’ll bounce back
Great service and food on board this early morning flight, but where’s the amenities kit?
The property selling method that’s getting more and more popular
For sellers, setting a deadline creates competition among interested parties – but there are advantages for buyers too.
$9 billion wipeout: Millions of people’s DNA up for sale as 23andMe goes bankrupt
The company has collected DNA from saliva samples from more than 15 million customers around the world. Now it’s gone under.
Analysis
Federal budget
Forget Tuesday’s budget. Trump’s liberation day will shape the world
Anthony Albanese will use budget day as a launching pad for the election. But Donald Trump could upend the PM’s plans.
Carey Grammar teacher sent 35,000 messages to student before romantic pursuit
A Carey Grammar School teacher began a romantic relationship with one of her former students after they graduated from the school in 2020.
Gangland lawyer’s desperate bid as Tony Mokbel seeks bail
Melbourne’s legal big guns were out in force at the Supreme Court as Sarah Tricarico sought to regain control of her eponymous practice.
Gatto blasts CFMEU ‘falsehoods’, flags lawsuit against Dutton
The underworld figure has denied all accusations made against him, calling them “baseless, sensationalised and damaging to my reputation and personal life”.
‘Andrew Symonds called us the Deadbacks’: The story behind one of Australian sport’s longest droughts
Deadbacks, Jellybacks, SACA Spuds: South Australia’s Sheffield Shield team has been a “basket case” for nearly 30 years. That may soon end.
The one thing you should never do at the dog park
Bad behaviour at the dog park isn’t always about overexcited, playful pups. Ensuring owners understand the ground rules is key to making the most of this popular morning ritual.
Opinion
AFL 2025
Goodwin’s candour invites unwanted attention on Gawn but empathy can’t be faulted
It is difficult to be critical of a senior coach who is being truthful and also showing care for his captain. But was this intervention necessary? No.
Jake Niall
Chief football writer, The Age
Victoria
‘Cancel it’: Brad Battin ups the ante on Suburban Rail Loop
The opposition leader has strengthened the Coalition’s stance against the SRL following a report critical of how the state government can pay for it.
Lured, shot: Attack on tradie linked to ‘The Punisher’ caught on camera
Police are appealing for the public’s help to find a gunman who shot a tradie in broad daylight after the victim was lured with the offer of work.
How online porn is hooking more Australians
One rehab centre reported a 184 per cent increase in inquiries for pornography or sex addiction support in the past six months alone.
Allan says Suburban Rail Loop a ‘must have’, despite question mark over billions in funding
The comments came after Infrastructure Australia said no further federal funding should be committed to SRL East until it was re-costed and more details given.
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Healthcare
This STI reared its head after 25 years and is killing Victorian babies
A resurgence of congenital syphilis in Victoria after a 25-year hiatus has prompted an overhaul of screening for pregnant women.
AFL 2025
‘Looked like he wanted to punch me’: Why Scott loved young Don’s fiery response
Essendon coach Brad Scott has defended Dylan Shiel and Ben McKay while explaining why he was happy with Nate Caddy’s response to being subbed off against the Crows.
Analysis
When missing a trade target is a blessing in disguise
We are often guilty of handing out praise for clubs that scoop up a bevy of recruits in the player movement period. But what if the teams that miss are the actual winners?
Politics
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Australia votes
Police involved as 130 cases of sign vandalism hit teal supporters
More videos of Kooyong corflute vandalism emerged on Monday.
Business
How Bluey killed Sesame Street
Sesame Workshop found parents trust and respect Sesame Street but children adore Bluey because it is more likely to make them laugh and want to play.
World
Analysis
Trump diplomacy
The eight-letter word Trump demands to hear from US allies
When it comes to diplomacy, Donald Trump wants an implicit or explicit display of personal gratitude from US allies.
Erica L. Green
Opinion
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Property
‘She just went for it’: Woman beats five others to rare $2.85m Middle Park home
Six parties competed for a single-level Edwardian home in Middle Park steps from the beach at auction on Saturday.
Leah took a while to find a home. Then she found the gold standard
Some Melbourne home hunters are turning away from mass-produced stock in favour of restrained elegance and generous proportions – on a budget.
Good Food
Lifestyle
It’s been absent from race days for 13 years, but Flemington plans to bring it back in a big way
Melbourne brings back traditional “fashions on the field” competitions as Sydney fashionistas struggle with the casualisation of trackside style.
Culture
Spoilers
Recaps
The White Lotus recap: Saxon’s night to forget, a dinner invitation and a trip to the monastery
The Full Moon party didn’t go as planned for the eldest Ratliff son, while old disagreements haunt Jaclyn, Laurie and Kate.
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Opinion
AFL 2025
Goodwin’s candour invites unwanted attention on Gawn but empathy can’t be faulted
It is difficult to be critical of a senior coach who is being truthful and also showing care for his captain. But was this intervention necessary? No, it wasn’t.
Jake Niall
Chief football writer, The Age
Story behind one of Aussie sport’s longest droughts
Deadbacks, Jellybacks, SACA Spuds: South Australia’s Sheffield Shield team has been a “basket case” for nearly 30 years, but that may be about to end.
‘Looked like he wanted to punch me’: Scott defends struggling stars but loved response from young Don
As the pressure mounts only two games into the new season, Essendon coach Brad Scott has defended Dylan Shiel and Ben McKay, revealed a young gun needs surgery and explained why he was happy with Nate Caddy’s response to being subbed off against the Crows.
The Gout effect: Sprint phenom sparks Cathy Freeman-like boom for local athletics event
Cathy Freeman loves what she sees of global sprint sensation Gout Gout, who has driven a surge in interest for Saturday night’s Maurie Plant Meet.
Analysis
AFL 2025
When missing a trade target is a blessing in disguise
We are often guilty of handing out praise for clubs that scoop up a bevy of recruits in the player movement period. But what if the teams that miss are the actual winners?
AFL briefing
AFL 2025
Relief for Cats as defender eyes miraculous return
West Coast will have to explain why their star youngster made the gesture to the Gabba crowd, while Geelong’s star defender Tom Stewart remains an outside chance to play at the same venue this week against the Lions after being cleared of structural damage to his knee.
Analysis
Formula 1
‘The hairpin of my life’: Five key moments from Piastri’s China win
A week after failing to snap Australia’s hoodoo of no local driver finishing on the Albert Park podium, Oscar Piastri was utterly dominant in victory in Shanghai.
Matthew Clayton
Have Your Say
Get defensive: The glass-half-empty view of the Bombers
Essendon gave up 25 goals to the Crows, lost by 10 goals and were defensively weak. Again. The same old problems re-emerged. Is there a glass-half-full way of looking at it?
Michael Gleeson
Sports columnist
