87 m. ago Human remains found in search for toddler missing since 2014

Human remains have been found at a home in Melbourne during an investigation into a missing toddler who vanished 11 years ago.

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1 hour ago Australians to be forced to provide their social media to enter the US

Applying for a visa waiver is also set to get more complicated under the new plan, with authorities seeking to collect far more detailed information including biometrics, IP addresses and metadata and family histories.

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2 h. ago The Good Food Guide to a summer road trip through Geelong and the Surf Coast

From wine bars to bakeries, pub meals to cocktails, here are our top picks for spending a delicious few days in this rapidly changing coastal region.

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2 h. ago First Look: Cleo is Melbourne’s new summer hotspot replacing rooftop bar Mid Air

The fresh concept on the 12th floor of Russell Street hotel Hyde Melbourne Place boasts a Med-leaning menu led by a former Cutler and Society chef.

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12 h. ago Missing toddler’s body found 11 years after disappearance, police believe

Remains have been found buried at a property in Melbourne’s north-west.

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13 h. ago Albanese digs in on MPs entitlements saga as more Wells spending comes to light

The prime minister is backing his minister Anika Wells’ use of parliamentary entitlements, even as fresh information reveals more examples of her using taxpayer funds to attend party fundraisers.

Economics

14 h. ago The Aussie restaurants Jimmy and Jane Barnes love the most – and what they always order

When the legendary rocker isn’t grilling on his hibachi to Miles Davis, he and wife Jane like to dine out. They share some of their favourites in Sydney, Melbourne and overseas.

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14 h. ago Influencer died from severe blood loss after home free birth, court told

A Melbourne wellness influencer died from severe blood loss after having a free birth at home, a court has been told.

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16 h. ago Police arrest second teenager after fatal Ascot Vale stabbing

A 16-year-old boy has been arrested after a man was allegedly stabbed to death in Melbourne’s inner north-west on Sunday.

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17 h. ago I wrote the book on anxious kids. It doesn’t matter if this ban isn’t perfect

The American author of The Anxious Generation writes that parents around the world are cheering on Australia as its pioneering social media law comes into effect today.

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18 h. ago Kick off summer (finally!) at one of these 12 hot new Melbourne bars

Celebrate with a mango and sake cocktail on a resurrected city rooftop, $15 martinis that come with a loyalty card, or something else frosty.

Politics

19 h. ago Kids can still use social media – they just can’t sign their lives away to tech giants

The American author of The Anxious Generation writes that parents around the world are cheering on Australia as its pioneering social media law comes into effect today.

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19 h. ago Kids can still use social media – they just can’t sign their lives away

The American author of The Anxious Generation writes that parents around the world are cheering on Australia as its pioneering social media law comes into effect today.

Politics

20 h. ago Albanese, Wells decline to back overhaul of family travel perks for MPs

Two Coalition MPs have called for entitlement rules to be scrutinised, while the prime minister and Wells attempted to keep focus on the government’s social media ban.

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26 h. ago Everyone loves the Metro Tunnel. As an economist, it’s up to me to burst your Munnel bubble

Even under the most forgiving economic settings, the Melbourne Metro Tunnel now hangs by a thread of economic viability. Why? Because we don’t take trains so much any more.

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26 h. ago ‘Wow, I might’ve made a mistake’: Why world stars are keen to join Rory at the Australian Open

Rory McIlroy’s presence at Royal Melbourne helped organisers “exceed expectations” for the Australian Open this year, at home and abroad.

Politics

27 h. ago The MPs who spent more than $100,000 – and the ministers who spent $0 – on family travel

Australian taxpayers have spent more than $4 million on travel for politicians’ families and spouses since the election of the Albanese government.

Politics

36 h. ago Doctor describes moment car ploughed into Melbourne medical centre

A doctor at work in a Niddrie medical centre when a car came ploughing through says he is lucky to be alive.

Politics

37 h. ago Australia news as it happened: RBA keeps interest rates at 3.6 per cent; Wells under fire for fresh travel expense revelation

Follow along as we bring you the latest live news updates from Australia and beyond.

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40 h. ago Australia news LIVE: RBA keeps interest rates at 3.6 per cent; Wells under fire for fresh travel expense revelation

Follow along as we bring you the latest live news updates from Australia and beyond.

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