20 h. ago How hated taxes helped make Melbourne a beacon of housing affordability

Investors have a saying: “Anywhere but Melbourne.” But that sentiment has had an upside for home buyers.

Economics

34 h. ago Jewish groups warned police about ‘hate preachers’ multiple times before Bondi massacre

It can also be revealed that antisemitism envoy Jillian Segal warned changes to racial incitement laws were “utterly unworkable”.

Events

3 d. ago ‘It’s hateful racism’: Islamophobia spikes since Bondi attack

Ten mosques and Islamic centres have reported vandalism, break-ins or threats since the Bondi terror attack, while Premier Chris Minns says it is “disgusting” Muslims are being targeted.

Events

4 d. ago ‘Line by line’: AFP’s ‘flying squad of hate disruptors’ combing sermons for incitement

Bondi shooters Naveed and Sajid Akram acted alone and were not part of a broader terrorist cell, Australian Federal Police commissioner Krissy Barrett has said.

Politics

4 d. ago The best things we ate in Melbourne in 2025 worth blowing the budget for

There’s fancy lasagne that’s like no other in town. A dessert that won over a dessert-hater. And a schnitzel with an oozy layer of cheese inside.

Politics

5 d. ago ‘He’s a coward’: Niece of Bondi victim lashes PM over royal commission

The niece of Bondi victim Boris Tetleroyd has rejected the Albanese government’s claim a federal royal commission would showcase hate speech.

Events

6 d. ago Hate speech offence leads to just two charges as government keeps review secret

The envoy to combat antisemitism and legal bodies have warned it may be difficult to effect the government’s ban on inciting racial hatred.

Politics

7 d. ago New poll shows crackdown on hate speech popular among voters post Bondi attack

A new poll shows voters are in support of hate speech crackdowns following the terror attack at Bondi Beach.

Events

7 d. ago ‘I’m not scared’: In the heart of Jewish Melbourne, a community reckons with hate

The community is still in the throes of wide-ranging emotions after the Bondi massacre – grief, shock, anger and devastation.

Politics

8 d. ago Veronica’s shop was targeted by racist hate. This is how her community responded

CCTV footage shows two men placing a placard in front of the pharmacy that read: “No Asian slum-city in St Marys.”

Events

8 d. ago I’m part of ‘the most hated group on the internet’. But I’m not ashamed

I have a tragic confession to make. At 29 years old, I’m finally outing myself as a card-carrying member of society’s most hated sub-group: the “Disney adult”.

Politics

1 week ago Man charged over swastika swords to be deported as Labor drafts tougher laws

The British national has been moved into immigration detention in Brisbane after being charged during an AFP crackdown on hate symbols.

Politics

1 week ago Bondi shooting LIVE updates: Ley’s extraordinary rebuke ‘disgusting’, says Bowen; NSW protest laws to face constitutional challenge

Follow our rolling coverage of the aftermath of the Bondi shooting, as hate speech and firearm reforms are debated more than one week after the terror attack.

Events

1 week ago Strategy, smarts and people skills: The man behind ‘Ronball’ and why he’d hate the attention

I promise you Andrew McDonald would not have liked it when Travis Head rolled out those now-famous “Ronball” T-shirts to celebrate Australia’s Ashes victory in Adelaide this week, but I’m sure he would’ve laughed at the gag.

Events

1 week ago Bondi shooting as it happened: Court releases new allegations against Bondi gunman; Hate speech reform to face scrutiny

Polling has revealed the public’s dissatisfaction with the PM and a widely felt rise in racism, particularly antisemitism. Look back at our live coverage.

Events

1 week ago Bondi shooting LIVE updates: Court releases new allegations against Bondi gunman; Hate speech reform to face scrutiny

New polling reveals the public’s dissatisfaction with the prime minister and shows a clear majority of Australians feel there has been a rise in racism, particularly antisemitism, in the past two years. Follow for live updates.

Events

2 w. ago ‘Hateful’ chants and flags to be banned as Islamic State claims it ‘inspired’ Bondi attack

The Pro-Palestine chant “globalise the intifada” will be banned under proposed legislation banning “hateful” slogans and symbols.

Events

2 w. ago ‘Intolerable’: UK police crack down on hate after Bondi massacre

Manchester’s top police officer says there are reports some people celebrated the Bondi killings. Meanwhile, a video with false claims highlights the challenge of separating threats from misinformation.

Events

2 w. ago Two years have flipped the script on free speech. Now Australia is in new territory

Legislating around hate speech has never been straightforward, but the Bondi attack has shifted the debate. Labor’s new laws will put that public sentiment to the test.

Politics

2 w. ago Bondi shooting live updates: Islamic State say terrorist attack ‘a source of pride’; Burke speaks on hate speech, gun law reforms; 15 remain injured, one in critical condition

Five days after the Bondi Beach terror attack claimed 15 innocent lives, Australia remains on edge. Follow our live coverage.

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