10 h. ago The LNP vowed to cap its outlay on consultants to fund promises. It’s still spending

Our two-part investigation into the government’s use of private consultants has found significant continued spending and wound-back oversight.

Economics

9 d. ago The ultimate Good Food Guide to a summer road trip on the Mornington Peninsula

From vineyards, general stores and breweries along the coastline to the cellar doors and picturesque farms of inland Red Hill, these are our favourite spots.

Politics

1 week ago ‘Our small family ritual’: The Victorians choosing hot springs bliss over Christmas chaos

More than 1000 people chose to spend Christmas Day bathing in hot water rather than basting a turkey.

Events

1 week ago The five dreamiest beach houses for sale around the world right now

In search of a beach getaway? Here’s where to look if you’ve got $127 million to spend – or where to window-shop.

Politics

1 week ago What to believe in this Christmas, even if you don’t believe in anything

However you plan to spend the next few days, it’s important we refocus our collective hopes.

Politics

1 week ago Destination Art: The best exhibitions to see around Australia while on holiday

From an unexpected punk pairing to a show of rarely displayed works, we’ve rounded up the museums and galleries where you should spend your time and money.

Politics

2 w. ago They spend thousands on Elvis costumes and jewellery. But don’t call them impersonators

They’ve been laughed at, ignored and unable to get gigs – but now these female Elvis Tribute Acts are leaving their male competitors all shook up.

Economics

2 w. ago Zempilas claims credit as iron ore royalties drive major WA housing spend

The housing crisis has been a political nightmare for the WA government with the state’s public housing waitlist stubbornly high at more than 23,000 applicants and 7800 priority applicants.

Economics

2 w. ago This country is spending billions to boost tourism. It’s not working out

With mega-projects falling by the wayside and visitor numbers to resorts below target, a tourism dream is slipping away

Economics

2 w. ago Stacy didn’t think she was a ‘science person’. Today, she topped HSC biology and chemistry

Stacy Zhang never liked science and used to spend classes chatting with friends. Now she is the state’s best biology and chemistry student.

Politics

2 w. ago This is not for the Jewish community to solve alone: Allegra Spender

The federal member for Wentworth writes: Every single one of us must ask – are we in our actions, in what we say, making our country safer for each other, or less safe?

Economics

3 w. ago What to stream this week: Michelle Pfeiffer’s festive comedy and five more picks

Don’t miss an adult animation with psychedelic properties, Hank Azaria’s idiosyncratic sports comedy and a look at a publishing institution.

Politics

3 w. ago More cuts coming as Chalmers reveals $20 billion slice to budget

Jim Chalmers and Katy Gallagher will reveal $20 billion in new spending cuts and changes in the mid-year budget update as they try to bring the deficit under control.

Economics

3 w. ago In Switzerland, they won a goat. Now these Aussie curlers want an Olympic medal

Dean Hewitt and Tahli Gill spend two-thirds of the year abroad to chase their dreams - not to mention the financial expenses. It could all be about to pay off.

Politics

3 w. ago Tones and I spends $6.4m on three Mornington Peninsula properties

The Australian singer has added to her property portfolio with three neighbouring homes billed as a “lifestyle opportunity”.

Economics

3 w. ago Man critically injured, another arrested after shooting on Victoria's Bellarine Peninsula

An investigation is under way after a man arrived at a medical clinic with a suspected gunshot wound on Victoria's Bellarine Peninsula.

Events

3 w. ago ‘I’m not the finance minister’: Albanese says he has no influence on expense spending

Senior politicians with an uncapped spousal travel allowance have billed taxpayers more than $660,000 since the start of the Albanese government.

Politics

3 w. 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.

Politics

3 w. ago Behind the cockpit door: How pilots spend their time on long hauls

Flights where nothing out of the ordinary happens and the weather is great are rare because there is always something to deal with.

Economics

3 w. 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