23 m. ago Major parties race clock, and each other, to make big pitches to voters

In a sign of the changing face of our elections, Labor and the Coalition’s formal campaign launches will come just days before Australians can begin casting pre-poll votes.

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9 h. ago St Kilda’s appeal is growing, but Blues shouldn’t fret about losing De Koning

The Carlton ruckman is playing great football and is about to become a free agent. But the Blues need to keep his value in perspective.

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9 h. ago From nuisance to mascot, the true history of Sydney’s bin chicken

The much-derided white ibis wasn’t always a city-slicker. But now it calls Sydney home, a rare case of a metropolis being the saviour of a threatened species.

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12 h. ago Why Caro changed her mind on Hinkley handover; King tells Clarko, ‘don’t treat us as fools’

Port Adelaide’s “disastrous” start to the season is adding to the scrutiny on its coaching succession plan, while the Kangaroos’ efforts to deflect attention for their poor showing against Sydney did not impress a prominent club figure.

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12 h. ago Prime Minister and Victorian premier face questions in first joint appearance during election campai

The Prime Minister and Victorian premier have faced an awkward barrage of questions in their first joint appearance of the campaign.

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12 h. ago Caroline Wilson changes view on Hinkley handover; History mounts against Blues, Demons

Port Adelaide’s “disastrous” start to the season is adding to the scrutiny on its coaching succession plan, while Carlton leaders are keeping their faith as history piles up against their team making the finals.

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14 h. ago Victoria’s hot seats LIVE updates: Monique Ryan calls out Amelia Hamer over renter persona; Zoe Daniel’s campaign launch, Julian Hill hits hustings in Bruce

Join us over the next four weeks for an in-depth look at the candidates, hot-button issues, and a breakdown of the policies and campaign promises in four key Victorian electorates.

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16 h. ago Two teams in 25 years: The historical roadblock facing Blues and Demons

History doesn’t bode well for the Blues in their bid to make the finals after a 0-4 start, as they returned to the training track on Monday seeking answers to their 0-4 start to the season.

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17 h. ago Iconic East Melbourne homes fail to sell on $6.3m bid at auction

The bluestone Georgian residence and the adjacent apartment block in a sought-after spot managed to draw only one bid at auction.

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17 h. ago Victoria’s hot seats LIVE updates: Zoe Daniel’s campaign launch, Julian Hill hits hustings in Bruce, Amelia Hamer faces questions on investment properties

Join us over the next four weeks for an in-depth look at the candidates, hot-button issues, and a breakdown of the policies and campaign promises in four key Victorian electorates.

Events

18 h. ago Why Carlton coach’s weekend got worse on Saturday: Key takeouts from round four

Michael Voss is close to the point of making wholesale changes. The problem for the Blues coach is he has more spots available than he has players worthy of taking them.

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19 h. ago Kerry Greenwood, author behind Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries, dies at 70

The beloved novelist and lawyer was best known for her Phryne Fisher novels, a historical crime series set in Melbourne.

Events

20 h. ago Revealed: The details of Western Australian offer rejected by NRL

The NRL is on the brink of walking away from talks to install a team in Perth. Details of the offer they rejected from the WA government can now be revealed.

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30 h. ago Dutton dumps controversial plans to axe bureaucrats and end working from home

Dutton will face questions about whether the Coalition can find $7 billion in savings now that the party has ruled out forced redundancies from the public service.

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32 h. ago Darcy snags five as Dogs fall short; Saints’ win defies history; AFL admits Rankine mistake

The Dogs were brave in their loss to Fremantle, with Sam Darcy starring again. The Saints firmed up their spot in the top eight with a mature performance on the road in Adelaide, and the AFL admits an umpiring error hurt the Crows.

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40 h. ago The fiery training centre where CFA volunteers are put through the wringer

Ever wondered if you have what it takes to be a firefighter? An Age reporter geared up and faced the flames to find out.

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47 h. ago ‘It means you’re stuffed’: These Victorian powerhouses are in the AFL’s no man’s land

It can be said there are four stages of a team’s development: Contending, rebuilding, building, and no man’s land. We run an eye over every club, and just where they sit.

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57 h. ago NRL 2025 LIVE updates: Willison scores a double for Broncos after 40/20 from Hunt

The Wests Tigers face the Broncos without skipper Jarome Luai, after Zac Lomax led the Eels to their first victory of the season against his former club the Dragons. Follow all the action.

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60 h. ago NRL 2025 LIVE updates: Eels snatch first win of 2025 with Zac Lomax field goal

The Wests Tigers face the Broncos without skipper Jarome Luai, after Zac Lomax led the Eels to their first victory of the season against his former club the Dragons. Follow all the action.

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61 h. ago AFL LIVE Saturday round four 2025: Lions get early jump on Tigers as fans face huge MCG security lines; Rankine denied in controversial Gold Coast finish

AFL round four launches into its Saturday program with a clash between Adelaide and Gold Coast, quite possibly the match of the round. That’s followed by Richmond versus Brisbane Lions and tonight, the clash between North Melbourne and Sydney.

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