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Australia votes
PM insists buying home with super no gamble; Treasurer reveals Coalition costings
Scott Morrison is vigorously defending his superannuation-based housing policy, saying Labor “hates it” and would prefer big unions controlled people’s money through super funds.
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South-East Asian economy
Albanese to take South-East Asia package to Quad meeting if Labor wins election
In a sign that his party wants to have a greater focus on the region, Labor leader Anthony Albanese will bring a package of South-East Asia policies to a meeting of the Quad grouping next week if he is elected prime minister.
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Government grants
Should taxpayers foot the bill for footy jumpers and parks?
Taxpayers have the right to wonder what the federal government is doing promising money for small projects that used to be the domain of councils and community groups.
‘People will think very carefully ... it’s their money’: Aussie John Symond backs super-for-home plan
Instead of inflating prices, Symond argues the policy would encourage people to be more cautious about bidding up prices because they’re using their own savings.
Developers blame planners for limited housing supply but critics say they’re banking land
Developers say housing supply is constrained by lengthy government planning processes, but some argue they’re ‘land banking’ supply.
I tried to work remotely in London on a $145 budget
A pricey mistake on the Tube, a slap-up brekky and a few pints here and there make for a very expensive start to this budgeting experiment.
Budget-friendly meat cuts, fish and fresh produce swaps to keep the inflation woes at bay
Butchers, fishmongers and greengrocers reveal ways to help your food budget go further, as well as some recipes to put the wisdom to good use.
The hottest tenor in the world is worried about opera’s future
Jonas Kaufmann is the most bankable tenor in the business. But he says opera is facing an existential crisis, post pandemic.
Inspired by a Socceroo, rising English star comes out as gay
Jake Daniels, who plays for Blackpool in England’s Championship League, said he felt empowered by Josh Cavallo’s story.
Nicklaus reveals he turned down $140m offer from Norman’s Saudi tour
The winner of a record 18 majors – and hero to Greg Norman – says he was twice approached to front the LIV Golf Series before the Saudis turned to Greg Norman.
Analysis
Australia votes
The siren hasn’t sounded but Morrison’s kicking into wind in the final quarter
Scott Morrison could be entering the final days of his prime ministership. But he isn’t done yet, and found himself on firm ground talking about housing policy on Monday.
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City life
City of Melbourne raises rates as it records a deficit for third year
The City of Melbourne will increase rates by 1.75% after reporting a deficit for the third year running, and as it attempts to tackle a slow recovery from the coronavirus pandemic.
Psychologists say Medicare offers solution to ‘overwhelmed’ mental health system
The Australian Association of Psychologists says allowing provisional psychologists to bill Medicare would help address increasing demand for mental health services. But others say the idea risks compromising client safety.
‘Pandemic is still here’: Doctors, experts plead with Victorians to wear masks
The state branch of the Australian Medical Association in Victoria says people need to go above and beyond current rules to help ease ambulance ramping and hospital overcrowding.
Longest battle of war ends as Ukraine troops evacuate Mariupol steel mill
Since Russia launched its invasion in February, Mariupol’s devastation has become a symbol both of Ukraine’s ability to withstand Russia’s invasion – and of Russia’s willingness to devastate Ukrainian cities that hold out.
Bezos battles Biden’s White House over inflation - on Twitter, naturally
Billionaire Jeff Bezos criticised the White House’s economic record by pointing to high inflation. Biden, meanwhile, wants Amazon to have a union and Bezos to pay more tax.
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Mergers & acquisitions
‘Not out of the question’: Elon Musk hints at paying less for Twitter
Elon Musk stoked speculation that he could seek to renegotiate his takeover of Twitter as shares in the social media platform tumbled.
Australia votes 2022
Menzies’ daughter urges Kooyong to keep Frydenberg, tells Libs to change
The 93-year-old daughter of Robert Menzies says she doesn’t want to die with someone other than a Liberal in her father’s old seat. But like many lifelong Liberal voters, she is also worried at what has happened to the party her father founded.
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Australia votes
The Constitutional doubt over dog parks and BMX tracks
Both sides of politics have promised millions towards key marginal seats. But there are now constitutional doubts whether they can spend this taxpayers’ cash.
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Victoria
Search for grandfather missing near Mount Hotham enters fourth day
A search team of more than 100 will search for the grandfather, known only as Christos, who vanished after going for a walk to look for emus on Friday afternoon.
City floats $40m wetland plan to rewild the Yarra
Floating wetlands will be created in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD as part of a larger scheme to return the river to a more natural state.
‘Feel the history’: New venue to pay homage to racy heritage
The former Jobs Warehouse in Bourke Street will transform into Juliet’s Terrace, a venture that gives a nod to the area’s red-light past.
Nicola Gobbo said I should claim self defence, cop killer tells court
Convicted murderer Bandali Debs has told a trial he fired the shot that killed a police officer in 1998 out of fear for his safety, and that lawyer Nicola Gobbo previously advised him to argue he acted in self-defence.
Craig McLachlan denies getting nude in front of three female colleagues
McLachlan gave evidence for a fifth day in the defamation case he brought against the ABC and The Sydney Morning Herald.
AFL 2022
Opinion
‘Everyone will be looked at’: Is big change coming at Essendon?
This week on the Real Footy podcast, Michael Gleeson, Caroline Wilson and Jake Niall discuss the Bombers and their loss to the Swans - their worst defeat of the season.
Clarkson ‘on the list’ in Giants’ coaching hunt, says chairman
Giants chairman Tony Shepherd has confirmed four-time premiership coach Alastair Clarkson will be among the people the Giants talk to as the club begins its search for Leon Cameron’s replacement.
Politics
Labor offers shot in the arm to medical manufacturing
More vaccines, medical implants and medicines could be made in Australia with support from a $1.5 billion fund Labor is proposing to set up.
Business
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Soft commodities
‘Our right to win’: Why this 100-year grain giant is bankrolling start-ups
GrainCorp’s strategy to invest in a dozen start-ups over the next three years is an investment in its future – and its culture.
World
‘No problems, none’: Putin appears to back off threats as Sweden, Finland prepare to join NATO
The Russian President seemed to downplay the significance of Sweden and Finland’s bids to join NATO, marking a major shift in rhetoric.
Opinion
Labor’s ‘missing middle’ strategy avoids asking region to take sides on China
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Super v housing: it’s time young people had that debate
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PM ignites superannuation culture war in final stretch
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Property
What first-time buyers think of raiding their super to buy a home
First home buyers will be able to withdraw up to $50,000 of their superannuation to buy a property under a new Coalition policy. It has divided experts, but how do buyers feel?
The other housing tax no one’s talking about this election
Negative gearing and capital gains tax arrangements are off the table, but there’s another tax reform that could improve housing affordability over time.
Lifestyle
The woman taking the front-row seat in Melbourne fashion
The incoming chief executive of the Melbourne Fashion Festival is ready to energise the city and solidify its claims as the country’s fashion capital.
Culture
Kylie Moore-Gilbert reclaims her life with startling memoir
Surviving 804 days in prison on trumped-up charges and writing this book is proof that the best revenge is living well.
Sport
Nicklaus reveals he turned down $140m offer from Norman’s Saudi tour
The winner of a record 18 majors – and hero to Greg Norman – says he was twice approached to front the LIV Golf Series before the Saudis turned to Greg Norman.
Inspired by young Socceroo, English player comes out
Jake Daniels, who plays for Blackpool in England’s Championship - one tier below the EPL - said he was empowered by the story of Josh Cavallo.
‘I wish we had one more day, one more phone call’
The tributes paid to Andrew Symonds illustrate impact he had on those who watched him on the field, or shared their lives with him.
Guernsey clash nightmare for Dreamtime game?
A potential jumper clash threatens to impact Saturday night’s Dreamtime at the ’G after both Richmond and Essendon produced predominantly black strips for this year’s blockbuster.
Dee handed two-match ban; Tigers, Pickett to tribunal; injury blow for Dons
Melbourne forward Kade Chandler has been offered a two-match suspension for a dangerous tackle, while Essendon youngster may miss the rest of the season with a foot injury.
Generation next ready to shine as Impey calls for greater Indigenous presence
The Rioli, Long, Motlop and Wanganeen names have been responsible for some of the league’s iconic moments, and the latest generation was at the MCG ahead of two rounds in which First Nations Australians’ heritage will be celebrated.
Minjee Lee wins seventh career LPGA title
After a season of near-misses, Minjee Lee secured her first win of the year in New Jersey and laid claim to the title of Australia’s best golfer.
Have Your Say
The numbers that place Dons below North and the Eagles
Essendon ranks below even North Melbourne and West Coast for defending teams transitioning the ball out of the Bombers’ forward line to the other end of the ground.
