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Trump’s martyr schtick is working, at least with my Republican siblings
Donald Trump has been playing the victim since his bombshell conviction, and if my family straw poll is indicative, it’s an effective strategy. ⌘ Read more
Jailed gangland boss who lit fires, assaulted guards complains he can’t see the sky
George Marrogi is taking legal action against the state because he can’t exercise outside or socialise while serving time for murder and running a drug empire from behind bars. ⌘ Read more
Tedesco lifts Blues in camp
James Tedesco's recall to the NSW squad has given the group some added experience. ⌘ Read more
Matildas v China LIVE: Last chance to impress for Olympic hopefuls in Sydney
With Paris 2024 looming, Tony Gustavsson will be hoping there are no more injury scares after Caitlin Foord went down in Friday night’s draw between the sides. Follow all the action from Accor Stadium. ⌘ Read more
Panthers move to sack sidelined star
The future of Taylan May is in doubt as the Panthers move to sack the sidelined star. ⌘ Read more
Matildas v China LIVE: Last chance to impress for Olympic hopefuls in Sydney
With Paris 2024 looming, Tony Gustavsson will be hoping there are no more injury scares after Caitlin Foord went down in Friday night’s draw between the sides. Follow all the action from Accor Stadium. ⌘ Read more
MDMA being used to treat PTSD
MDMA is being used to treat patients with PTSD in a new program in Sydney. ⌘ Read more
Melanoma trial could revolutionise cancer treatment\t
A new melanoma trial could help revolutionise many types of cancer treatments. ⌘ Read more
Former treasurer Josh Frydenberg rules out returning to politics at next election
Former treasurer Josh Frydenberg won't make a last-minute return to politics at next year's federal election. ⌘ Read more
Accused murderer wanted camp deaths to ‘just go away': court
Accused murderer Greg Lynn told police he wanted to make the deaths of Russell Hill and Carol Clay 'just go away’ so he could get on with his life. ⌘ Read more
Bookseller Booktopia takes desperate steps to survive
The online bookseller has arranged $1 million in emergency financing as it struggles to stay afloat. ⌘ Read more
Man charged with stealing police uniform, brandishing fake gun in Melbourne
A 46-year-old man has been charged after allegedly stealing a police uniform from a home in Melbourne's south-east. ⌘ Read more
Family of woman killed in Whalan townhouse explosion thank first responders
The family of a woman killed in a western Sydney townhouse explosion has spoken. ⌘ Read more
Man charged with Charlise Mutten’s murder takes stand
Justin Stein has taken the stand at his trial, accused of murdering schoolgirl Charlise Mutten. ⌘ Read more
Millions of Australians to get a pay bump
Millions of Aussies will get a pay rise thanks to an increase to the minimum wage. ⌘ Read more
Multi-billion dollar housing package to be in Queensland budget
In Queensland’s upcoming state budget, $2.8b will be allocated to deal with the housing crisis. ⌘ Read more
Family left shaken after home invasion in Melbourne
A family in Melbourne's north-east has been left shaken after a frightening home invasion. ⌘ Read more
Without a filter, I saw my face and cried. This is the reality for teens on social media
In high school, I covered my mirror with paper to avoid seeing my own reflection. The only time I looked at myself was with a beauty filter applied. ⌘ Read more
My suburb is Melbourne’s smallest – and no, it’s not the one you think
Even after the Brighton Empire’s annexation, my whole suburb has so far defied the worst of the growth-for-growth’s-sake mindset. ⌘ Read more
Why seeing our friends in person is the best choice for our health
There are more benefits to seeing, smelling and touching our friends than catching up with them over the phone. ⌘ Read more
Matildas v China LIVE: Last chance to impress for Olympic hopefuls in Sydney
With Paris 2024 looming, Tony Gustavsson will be hoping there are no more injury scares after Caitlin Foord went down in Friday night’s draw between the sides. Follow all the action from Accor Stadium. ⌘ Read more
Antoinette Lattouf was sacked by ABC, Fair Work rules
The Fair Work Commission has ruled against the public broadcaster in its attempts to have the unlawful dismissal case thrown out. ⌘ Read more
Top executive quits AFL to take the reins at VRC with McLachlan in racing’s wings
Kylie Rogers is the second AFL executive to have departed for another major sporting organisation after missing out on the top job at league headquarters. Meantime, the Gillon McLachlan waiting game continues. ⌘ Read more
Jamie Elliott on track to return; West Coast to challenge Reid ban; Veteran Hawk expects fellow forward to stay
A mercurial Collingwood forward is making progress from a frustrating injury; while West Coast will argue for Harley Reid’s suspension to be reduced for his “sling” tackle on St Kilda’s Darcy Wilson. ⌘ Read more
Housing affordability could take initial hit under Victoria’s new rental rules
But the government says most of the costs associated with the proposed rental standards will be offset by savings from more energy-efficient homes. ⌘ Read more
Frydenberg 2.0 presents a problem for the Liberals
A faction in Kooyong has started to agitate for Mr Josh Frydenberg to be the Liberal candidate in this seat. The current selected candidate, Amelia Hamer, won the right to be the candidate with a large majority vote nine weeks ago. Will we next hear that she has “generously” stepped aside for Mr Frydenberg? Being a woman, she must know what action is expected of her ... ⌘ Read more
If not now, when? Frydenberg now bets on a distant future
The former treasurer has no realistic way to contest the next election. Could he try for Kooyong later? The truth is that nobody gets a smooth elevation to the top. ⌘ Read more
Panthers move to sack May, issue show-cause notice ahead of board meeting
Already facing domestic violence charges, Taylan May has been presented with a dossier of alleged behavioral breaches during his tenure at Penrith and will front the club’s board next Tuesday. ⌘ Read more
As it happened: Brisbane on Monday, June 3
The latest news in and around Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
Bus driver charged over crash that killed Tia Cameron in Brisbane CBD
The man who was driving the bus that crashed in March has been ordered to appear in court over the death of the 18-year-old pedestrian. ⌘ Read more
As it happened: Minimum wage boosted by 3.75 per cent; Frydenberg shuts down comeback rumours
The Fair Work Commission decision on Monday morning means Australia’s lowest-paid workers will receive $33.10 more a week. Plus, former federal treasurer Josh Frydenberg has shut down rumours he will run for Kooyong again. Follow live here. ⌘ Read more
Race-by-race preview and tips for Tuesday meeting at Kembla Grange
All the information needed to make your selections for the NSW feature meeting. ⌘ Read more
Lloyd eyes winning double at Kembla Grange
Jockey Zac Lloyd will only have two rides awaiting at Kembla Grange on Tuesday but he looks set to leave the track on a good note with both having great chances. ⌘ Read more
Charlise’s alleged killer cries as he describes shooting of nine-year-old
Justin Stein told his murder trial that he heard two gunshots and saw Kallista Mutten with a rifle standing over her daughter’s body. ⌘ Read more
Horne-Francis is emerging, but not yet ready to come to grips with Cripps
In key takeouts this week: Carlton’s big dog hands Port’s young pup a lesson, the race for this year’s Rising Star award gets blown wide open and forget the premiership for the moment; Melbourne simply need to focus on making the finals. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Minimum wage boosted by 3.75 per cent; Frydenberg shuts down comeback rumours
The Fair Work Commission decision on Monday morning means Australia’s lowest-paid workers will receive $33.10 more a week. Plus, former federal treasurer Josh Frydenberg has shut down rumours he will run for Kooyong again. Follow live here. ⌘ Read more
Residents reported gas leaks in months before townhouse explosion
More than 48 hours after the blast, Housing Minister Rose Jackson has yet to receive a full list of works carried out at the Whalan property. ⌘ Read more
Downsizing not a priority for empty-nesters, research reveals
Experts are imploring Aussie lawmakers to make downsizing more appealing for empty-nesters. ⌘ Read more
Family left shaken after home invasion in Melbourne
A family in Melbourne's north-east has been left shaken after a frightening home invasion. ⌘ Read more
Victorian rental properties will soon need to meet new minimum heating and cooling standards
Victorian rental properties will soon need to meet new minimum heating and cooling standards, under proposed consultation by the Victorian government. ⌘ Read more
Man charged with stealing police uniform, brandishing fake gun in Melbourne
A 46-year-old man has been charged after allegedly stealing a police uniform from a home in Melbourne's south-east. ⌘ Read more
Accused murderer wanted camp deaths to ‘just go away': court
Accused murderer Greg Lynn told police he wanted to make the deaths of Russell Hill and Carol Clay 'just go away’ so he could get on with his life. ⌘ Read more
Brisbane News Live: Brisbane house prices now No. 2; Is City Hall clock a wind-up?**
The latest news in and around Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
Cheat’s pork sausage ragu with burrata and casarecce
Caramelising the sausage meat and coating it in sun-dried tomato pesto is a shortcut to deep flavour in no time. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Minimum wage boosted by 3.75 per cent; Frydenberg shuts down comeback rumours
The Fair Work Commission decision on Monday morning means Australia’s lowest-paid workers will receive $33.10 more a week. Plus, former federal treasurer Josh Frydenberg has shut down rumours he will run for Kooyong again. Follow live here. ⌘ Read more
Pasta with shallot, chorizo and tinned tomato sauce
Slow-roasted eschalots do ungodly decadent things to anything they lend their flavour to, such as this simple tomato sauce. ⌘ Read more
Man charged with Charlise Mutten’s murder takes stand
Justin Stein has taken the stand at his trial, accused of murdering schoolgirl Charlise Mutten. ⌘ Read more
Multi-billion dollar housing package to be in Queensland budget
In Queensland’s upcoming state budget, $2.8b will be allocated to deal with the housing crisis. ⌘ Read more
Family of woman killed in Whalan townhouse explosion thank first responders
The family of a woman killed in a western Sydney townhouse explosion has spoken. ⌘ Read more
Elderly man to be charged with wife’s murder
An elderly man will be charged with murder after his wife was found dead at their Canberra home. ⌘ Read more
Boeing’s issues have cost $3 billion and will last years, warns Emirates boss
The president of Emirates, Sir Tim Clark, says he’s bracing for the manufacturing issues plaguing Boeing to result in late aircraft deliveries for at least the next five years. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Minimum wage boosted by 3.75 per cent; Frydenberg shuts down comeback rumours
The Fair Work Commission decision on Monday morning means Australia’s lowest-paid workers will receive $33.10 more a week. Plus, former federal treasurer Josh Frydenberg has shut down rumours he will run for Kooyong again. Follow live here. ⌘ Read more
ASX rallies after Wall Street closes out May with some solid gains
The ASX has kicked off the week on a bright note, reflecting a rally on Wall Street after a US economic report showed inflation is still in check. ⌘ Read more
Mexico’s Sheinbaum wins landslide to become first woman president
Victory for Claudia Sheinbaum is a major step for Mexico, a country known for its macho culture and home to the world’s second-biggest Roman Catholic population. ⌘ Read more
Caramelised fennel, lemon and chilli pasta
This decadent, silky sauce comes together in a blender. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Minimum wage boosted by 3.75 per cent; Frydenberg shuts down comeback rumours
The Fair Work Commission decision on Monday morning means Australia’s lowest-paid workers will receive $33.10 more a week. Plus, former federal treasurer Josh Frydenberg has shut down rumours he will run for Kooyong again. Follow live here. ⌘ Read more
Peruvian-style green spaghetti with spinach, feta and smoked almonds
The influx of Italians in Peru in the early 1800s resulted in this twist on the Ligurian pesto pasta, known as tallarines verdes. ⌘ Read more
Robert Farquharson’s police interview
This is what Farquharson told police happened following the crash that killed his three boys. Before this investigation it had never been seen outside the courtrooms where he was convicted. ⌘ Read more
International student fighting for life after ‘one punch attack’ in Perth
Geeth Madushanka, 28, was at a Langford fuel station last weekend when he was coward punched in a random attack that has left him fighting for his life. ⌘ Read more
World of photos, June 4, 2024
The best photos from the international wire agencies as chosen by our picture editors. ⌘ Read more
Top executive quits AFL to take the reins at Victoria Racing Club
The VRC has appointed an AFL executive to take over as the club’s new chief executive officer. ⌘ Read more
ICAC targets two men, two companies and a ‘potential profit’ of $4 million
A company linked to two ex-employees made a potential $4 million by supplying dozens of hired workers to the organisation through other recruitment agencies. ⌘ Read more
Al Muderis not a reliable witness, incapable of admitting errors, says Nine
The media company says its reporting revealed the other side of the orthopaedic surgeon’s “carefully curated reputation″⁣. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Minimum wage boosted by 3.75 per cent; Frydenberg shuts down comeback rumours
The Fair Work Commission decision on Monday morning means Australia’s lowest-paid workers will receive $33.10 more a week. Plus, former federal treasurer Josh Frydenberg has shut down rumours he will run for Kooyong again. Follow live here. ⌘ Read more
‘Nothing to prove’: Darkest days to trigger Carrigan’s defining moment
Speaking ahead of a vastly different brand of State of Origin, a former Maroons enforcer has lifted the lid on how a Broncos star can define his career. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Minimum wage boosted by 3.75 per cent; Frydenberg shuts down comeback rumours
The Fair Work Commission decision on Monday morning means Australia’s lowest-paid workers will receive $33.10 more a week. Plus, former federal treasurer Josh Frydenberg may run for Kooyong again, potentially displacing a woman already preselected. Follow liv ... ⌘ Read more
‘I never felt safe’: Selection fight overshadows Gregson’s remarkable switch from steeplechase to Olympic marathon
Six runners were never going to fit into the three places Australia had available for the women’s marathon in the Paris, and heartache was inevitable ... for all concerned. ⌘ Read more
Top executive quits AFL to take the reins at Victoria Racing Club
The VRC has appointed an AFL executive to take over as the club’s new chief executive officer. ⌘ Read more
Who dares wins: The all-or-nothing gambles that will decide fate of Origin I
The two most influential players for NSW and Queensland are missing, and the coaches are staking the series opener on a key battleground in their absence. ⌘ Read more
Labor’s $2.1 billion prescription top-up a major win for chemists
Pharmacies will be paid an extra $4.80 by the government each time they give out a 60-day medicine script, in a major concession from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. ⌘ Read more
Economic growth ‘very weak’ but better days around the corner
The head of Treasury says while soft consumer spending will lead to subdued economic growth, household budgets will fare better in the second half of the year. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Minimum wage boosted by 3.75 per cent; Frydenberg shuts down comeback rumours
The Fair Work Commission decision on Monday morning means Australia’s lowest-paid workers will receive $33.10 more a week. Plus, former federal treasurer Josh Frydenberg may run for Kooyong again, potentially displacing a woman already preselected. Follow liv ... ⌘ Read more
Brisbane News Live: Brisbane house prices now No. 2; Is City Hall clock a wind-up?**
The latest news in and around Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
The Dockers’ ‘Deemolition’ and why a ‘re-think’ is required for the Rising Star gong
The Dockers’ utter domination of Melbourne shapes as a sliding doors moment in both teams’ seasons. ⌘ Read more
The tense romance and the stolen gun that landed Hunter Biden in court
When it emerged that Hunter Biden had fallen in love with his brother’s widow, they looked to Joe Biden to tell the children – and the world. ⌘ Read more
Red Metal unveils enhanced metallurgy for QLD rare earths
Red Metal has delivered a boost to its Sybella rare earths discovery, outlining the potential for a low-cost and low-capital heap leach processing operation. ⌘ Read more
The Dockers Deemolition
Dockers forward Jye Amiss kicks the third goal of the game. ⌘ Read more
Roosters-bound Nawaqanitawase left out of Schmidt’s first Wallabies squad
Rugby recruit Joseph Suaalii is playing State of Origin for NSW, but the man who will replace him at the Roosters has been left out of Joe Schmidt’s first Wallabies squad. ⌘ Read more
The Dockers Deemolition
Fremantle’s second and third goals, from previously struggling forwards Michael Walters and Jye Amiss, were on the back of pressure and Demons errors. ⌘ Read more
These suburbs may get a metro station. Trouble is, the tunnels are already built
Premier Chris Minns is refusing to rule out an extra station for Metro West at Silverwater or Newington despite giant machines closing in on Olympic Park. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Minimum wage boosted by 3.75 per cent; Frydenberg shuts down comeback rumours
The Fair Work Commission decision on Monday morning means Australia’s lowest-paid workers will receive $33.10 more a week. Plus, former federal treasurer Josh Frydenberg may run for Kooyong again, potentially displacing a woman already preselected. Follow liv ... ⌘ Read more
Adam Liaw’s rhubarb Eton mess
Beautifully tart, rhubarb is a perfect foil for the sweetness of most cooked desserts. ⌘ Read more
Harley Reid replay
Eagles prized pick Harley Reid will be looking at some time on the sidelines after this sling tackle on Saint Darcy Wilson. ⌘ Read more
West Coast Eagles veteran Andrew Gaff keen to extend AFL career
Out-of-contract West Coast wingman Andrew Gaff is adamant he has more good football left in him, and he hopes to earn a new deal at the Eagles. ⌘ Read more
Prize catch for Lovisa as retail billionaires’ poaching season hots up
Poaching John Cheston from kids stationary group Smiggle feels like a declaration of retail war. ⌘ Read more
Antoinette Lattouf was sacked by the ABC, Fair Work rules
The Fair Work Commission has ruled against the public broadcaster in its attempts to have the unlawful dismissal case thrown out. ⌘ Read more
Formerly extinct quoll reintroduced to mainland Australia
The formerly extinct eastern quoll has been reintroduced to mainland Australia after 50 years. ⌘ Read more
‘Nothing to prove’: Darkest days to trigger Carrigan’s defining moment
Speaking ahead of a vastly different brand of State of Origin, a former Maroons enforcer has lifted the lid on how a Broncos star can define his career. ⌘ Read more
Adam Liaw’s mince stroganoff
You can serve your mince stroganoff with buttered pasta or even a thick slice of sourdough, but I love it best with rice. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Minimum wage boosted by 3.75 per cent; Frydenberg shuts down comeback rumours
The Fair Work Commission decision on Monday morning means Australia’s lowest-paid workers will receive $33.10 more a week. Plus, former federal treasurer Josh Frydenberg may run for Kooyong again, potentially displacing a woman already preselected. Follow liv ... ⌘ Read more
The latest illustrations from artist Matt Golding
Illustrations by the artist from The Age. ⌘ Read more
Minister admits there are no detainee drones
Immigration Minister Andrew Giles made the sensational statement in an interview on Thursday during a bruising week for the government over immigration. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Minimum wage boosted by 3.75 per cent; Frydenberg shuts down comeback rumours
The Fair Work Commission decision on Monday morning means Australia’s lowest-paid workers will receive $33.10 more a week. Plus, former federal treasurer Josh Frydenberg may run for Kooyong again, potentially displacing a woman already preselected. Follow liv ... ⌘ Read more
Man who killed his aunty and himself at Albany Creek had gun licence
Police were called to the house on Sunday where they found two bodies with gunshot wounds. They also found the man’s 88-year-old mother distressed but otherwise unharmed. ⌘ Read more
Man charged with murder over death of 61-year-old Byford woman
Police were called to Gallipoli Avenue in Byford on Sunday night after receiving reports a woman was seriously injured, but after arriving on the scene they found her dead. ⌘ Read more
List of WA Labor MP’s to step down before 2025 election has grown again
Member for Swan Hills Jessica Shaw has called time on her political career, declaring it would be more effective for her to tackle climate change and aid the energy transition from outside the halls of parliament. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Minimum wage boosted by 3.75 per cent; Frydenberg shuts down comeback rumours
The Fair Work Commission decision on Monday morning means Australia’s lowest-paid workers will receive $33.10 more a week. Plus, former federal treasurer Josh Frydenberg may run for Kooyong again, potentially displacing a woman already preselected. Follow liv ... ⌘ Read more
Spanish Civil War heroine exiled for 55 years dies aged 105
Angeles Florez Peon was inspired to take action in the Spanish Civil War when her brother was violently murdered by the forces of General Fransisco Franco. ⌘ Read more
Brisbane News Live: Brisbane house prices now No. 2; Is City Hall clock a wind-up?**
The latest news in and around Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
Ariane looked at her baby and saw a dragon. Now she’s helping other mums
A psychologist found her own mental health cracking after the birth of her first child. When she recovered, she set out to help other new parents. ⌘ Read more