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Albanese unlikely to announce new climate targets until after federal election
The prime minister is telling regional leaders he is on track to slash emissions by 43 per cent by 2030, but has hedged on whether he will announce an updated target before voters go to the ballot box next year.
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Bushfires
Kadnook blaze races towards several towns; Great Ocean Road on alert
After hot and windy conditions across the state, bushfires have broken out in multiple locations across Victoria’s west, south-west and north-west.
Updated
Crime
Woman stabbed to death in front of kids in Melbourne’s east; man arrested
Three teenage witnesses were at the Bayswater home at the time of the stabbing, with one receiving a minor injury.
Breaking
Tragedy
Three killed in plane crash in Gippsland
A pilot and two passengers have died in a plane crash in eastern Victoria.
Medical billing fraud: The ‘red flags’ you should look out for
The Age revealed dozens of Victorian-based anaesthetists and surgeons have been accused of charging patients hidden out-of-pocket costs up.
Exclusive
Legal Cannabis
How top cannabis company encourages quick consults with doctor bonuses
Doctors at Australia’s top cannabis firm can see up to eight patients an hour in quick consults, with incentives tied to patient volume targets.
Pakistan wickets fall early as Australia make strong start with ball
Fresh from a 29-run win in game one, Australia can secure a series victory with success at the SCG on Saturday. Join us here for all the action.
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AFL 2025
The fix-ture is in: Why handicapping teams flies in the face of AFL’s integrity
The fixture should not be another lever for equalisation. The premiership race should be run at even weights, like the Derby – not weighted in the manner of the Melbourne Cup.
Jake Niall
Chief football writer, The Age
He outrode J-Mac, hugged Jamie Kah and saw his grade 1 teacher: Ethan Brown’s day to remember
More than a year after he suffered life-threatening injuries, jockey Ethan Brown has put in one of the performances of the spring.
Interstate family snap up $2.36m Mont Albert North home after spotting it day before auction
The winning bidders saw the ad for the five-bedroom property for the first time on Friday evening. Less than 24 hours later, the home was theirs.
Overreach or cultural protection? The fight over rock climbing in western Victoria
Rock climbers once had unfettered access at Dyurrite. That’s all changing now and tensions are simmering over this world-class rock climbing destination.
Opinion
Retirement living
There’s more to a happy early retirement than $73,000 a year
There are three keys to happiness: someone to love, something to do and some things to look forward to. And that makes for a pretty sound retirement template.
Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon
Money contributor
Who was the real winner? Paul, Tyson or Netflix? Certainly, not boxing
Jake Paul earned a unanimous points decision over Mike Tyson in a contest that went the entire eight rounds, but it’s still unclear who the real winner was.
This pharma entrepreneur wants to fire 1.65m US federal workers
Pharma entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy and billionaire Elon Musk have been tapped to co-lead a panel focused on dramatic cuts to the federal workforce and spending.
Iran assures US ‘we’re not trying to kill Trump’ after warning from Biden
The message, sent through an intermediary, came after the Biden administration warned the US would consider any Iranian attempt on the life of Trump “an act of war”.
Like her own mum, Alice couldn’t birth her baby – but she can breastfeed her
Inducing lactation is not often talked about. But here, Australia’s first IVF surrogate child – and her mum – discuss their experiences, 36 years apart.
At this High Country retreat, Saturday morning never felt so good
Sauna is a saviour on a wellness weekend in Victoria’s High Country.
WEEKEND READS
‘Is it fair?’: The secret formula of the man behind the AFL fixture
If you thought footy fans were obsessed with the AFL fixture, spare a thought for the man whose job it is to balance the interests of all 18 clubs and the broadcasters.
Perspective
Inside the secret meetings held to decide what emojis make it to your phone
Who creates the symbols so many of us now use to communicate? How do they get on our phones? And why can’t we all agree on what each one actually means?
Victoria
Updated
Extreme weather
Bushfires still bearing down on western towns as cool change nears
Towns in Victoria’s south-west face a nervous wait overnight as some bushfires continue to burn out of control, even as a coming cool change is expected to bring wild winds and heavy rainfall.
‘Slaughtered’: Why Labor's council election loss in this area has the party worried
After weeks of voting and more weeks of counting, Victoria now has a fresh set of newly elected councils. Digging into the data reveals some surprising outcomes.
Exclusive
Healthcare
‘Check your bill’: Private health insurers panicked by whistleblower fraud allegations
Dozens of Victorian anaesthetists and surgeons have been accused of systematic billing scams and pocketing off-the-book fees in a damning complaint that has triggered investigations by a federal regulator and private health insurers.
Updated
Israeli-Palestinian conflict
‘Morons’: Premier blasts protesters after Myer Christmas windows launch scrapped
Premier Jacinta Allan said there was no need to bolster Victoria police’s powers after an activist group threatened to disrupt the Myer Christmas windows launch.
Updated
Victorian budget
Major hospitals left counting cash as budget constraints hit home
Alfred and Monash Health run some of the largest hospitals in the state, but an attempt by the government to enforce budgets has had a dire impact on their books.
US ELECTION 2024
Trump weaponised the border crisis to get elected. Now he must deliver
A 12-year-old was raped and killed by illegal immigrants. Her mother’s pain served as an illustration for Trump’s signature policy. But will he succeed in deporting 11 million people?
Opinion
Murdoch’s Ruddicide will fail. Here’s why Trump will warm to our Kevin
News Corp wants Kevin Rudd removed from his Washington post, but the envoy has already built a network within the Trump 2.0 White House.
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
Politics
Exclusive
China relations
‘Meek and weak’: Former top diplomat blasts Albanese on China
Shingo Yamagami had an outspoken style as Japan’s ambassador to Australia. Now, he says, “I can finally speak my mind.”
Business
Can ANZ’s new $2.5 billion tech platform close the gap on rivals?
ANZ is moving of millions of customers to a new banking technology platform. It’s a mammoth undertaking.
World
Iran assures US ‘we’re not trying to kill Trump’ after warning from Biden
The message, sent through an intermediary, came after the Biden administration warned the US would consider any Iranian attempt on the life of Trump “an act of war”.
Opinion
The vile QC who disgraced the church. I derailed his Australian mission
Geoffrey Robertson
Human rights barrister and author
Allan’s likeability rating has tumbled and there may be no way back
Annika Smethurst
State Political Editor
Sport’s future is Mike Tyson and old men shouting at clouds
Malcolm Knox
Journalist, author and columnist
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Property
Our favourite homes for sale in Melbourne right now
Looking for your next home in Melbourne? We’ve got you covered.
Why property investors are selling now – and why they’re buying even more
There are two narratives about investor activity: One that investors are selling up – the other that more investors are entering the market.
Good Food
Recipe collection
Salad
Five very simple green salads to have on standby this summer
Lifestyle
‘Judgment-free’ and dresses for hire: How school formals are changing
The rite of passage remains important for many teens, with some spending $1000 on their big night.
Culture
Opinion
WordPlay
From Klingon to Elvish, what’s your favourite made-up language?
Because sometimes it’s words that help make the make-believe more believable.
David Astle
Crossword compiler and ABC Radio Melbourne presenter
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Sport
Australia v Pakistan Twenty20 LIVE updates: Australia make perfect start with ball
Fresh from a 29-run win in game one, Australia can secure a series victory with success at the SCG on Saturday. Join us here for all the action.
Opinion
AFL 2025
The fix-ture is in: Why handicapping teams flies in the face of AFL’s integrity
The fixture should not be another lever for equalisation. The premiership race should be run at even weights, like the Derby – not weighted in the manner of the Melbourne Cup.
Jake Niall
Chief football writer, The Age
He outrode J-Mac, hugged Jamie Kah and saw his grade 1 teacher: Ethan Brown’s day to remember
More than a year after he suffered life-threatening injuries, jockey Ethan Brown has put in one of the performances of the spring.
‘Just a reco’: Blues superstar Charlie Curnow reveals the extent of surgery that ended his season
The two-time Coleman medallist has spoken about his progress in returning from the injury that curtailed his 2024 campaign.
Who was the real winner? Paul? Tyson? Netflix? Certainly, not boxing
Jake Paul earned a unanimous points decision over Mike Tyson in a contest that went the entire eight rounds, but it’s still unclear who the real winner was.
Cricket Briefing
Australian cricket
McSweeney call shows Australian selectors backed themselves into a corner: Hayden
Batting great Matthew Hayden says Australia was forced to pick a non-specialist opener to face India in next week’s first Test.
The big fix: Revealing the secret formula that goes into making the most-read list in Australian sport
If you thought footy fans were obsessed with the AFL fixture, spare a thought for the man whose job it is to balance the interests of all 18 clubs and the broadcasters, while accommodating the league’s traditions and quirks.
Have Your Say
Virat Kohli was once the king. He’s now in the company of journeymen
The great Virat Kohli has become mediocre. It’s not an overreaction to one bad series but a perfectly reasonable conclusion to draw after five years of middling performances.
