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Epstein fallout
‘The law must take its course’: King Charles responds to Andrew’s arrest at Sandringham
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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested on his birthday
King Charles says the ‘law must take its course’ after his younger brother was arrested on his 66th birthday over suspicion of misconduct in public office over his links to Jeffrey Epstein.
Opinion
Europe
Andrew’s questionable actions as UK trade envoy revealed in Epstein files
The former royal has added to his ledger of misdeeds with allegations of him sharing confidential information with the disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein the latest blot to his tattered reputation.
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Analysis
Epstein fallout
At Sandringham, a disgraceful and shameful scandal reaches the gates
At heart, this is a damning claim against a member of the royal family, and it should require Andrew to answer the claims in public. So far, his response to the latest Epstein files has been to remain silent. This will be impossible to sustain.
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Education
Why Melbourne uni had to renege on ‘guaranteed’ places for popular degree
A surge in uni demand this year has meant it is tougher than ever to score a spot in the most sought-after degree.
Labor MPs raise concerns about Allan’s handling of CFMEU crisis
In a fiery press conference, Jacinta Allan dismissed calls to order a royal commission into the deepening corruption scandal.
Opinion
IBAC
The latest CFMEU scandal should be the impetus for these major changes
Keeping integrity agencies truly independent is more important than ever. More often than not, they are controlled by the very government the agency is appointed to oversee.
Deborah Glass
Former ombudsman
‘Nothing but contempt for these people’: PM unleashes over IS brides
The opposition said not all Australians were entitled to receive a passport, calling for the government to “shut the door” on their attempted return.
Why Adelaide should be careful what it wishes for with the MotoGP
This year’s race will be the last at Phillip Island, and while tourism groups are ruing its loss, talks are already under way to host a different event there.
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Australian cricket
‘Entirely false’: Australian coach rejects claims World Cup wasn’t a priority
Australia’s head coach Andrew McDonald said a fuller review of the team’s failure would take place after returning home.
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Match report
Here’s Charlie: Ex-Carlton star’s eye-catching display in his first match for the Swans
It was only a practice match against an undermanned Western Bulldogs, but Curnow and Logan McDonald shape up as a dangerous combination.
I got naked in front of a room full of strangers. This is what I learnt about myself
After my first life-drawing class, I felt transformed. Then I decided to become a model myself.
‘Ball bearings in the snow’: The role of climate change in deadly avalanches
More than a dozen people have died in avalanches on two different continents this week alone. What causes the deadly snow slides, and is climate change making it worse?
Opinion
Currencies
Trump has opened the door for Europe to attack
The president’s erratic policies have created the best chance in the 75-year history of the “European Project” to erode the dominance of the US dollar.
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
The three-step method to suppress your body’s panic response to pain
You’ve had an accident, hours from help – and you’re seriously hurting. After panicking, how do you stare down a nightmare?
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Aviation
Qantas job cuts hit headquarters amid leadership rejig
As Qantas implements a restructure announced last year, some employees are this week learning if their jobs will be cut.
Surprise shark caught on camera for first time in Antarctica’s frozen depths
Many experts had thought sharks didn’t exist in the Southern Ocean’s frigid waters before a “hunk of a shark” swam into view of a remote camera.
Exit interview
Australian TV
‘We had death threats’: Looking back at the ABC’s most controversial comedy show
When The Chaser’s War on Everything premiered 20 years ago, it soon became the ABC’s most complained about show.
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Guy Pearce is always great. But this real-life spy drama is his masterpiece
Love John le Carré? This true story inspired his best work.
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CFMEU SCANDAL
Exclusive
Big Build’s dirty money: How gangland, bikie-linked firms funded Labor
Records show a collection of companies now under scrutiny, some from law enforcement, helped fund Labor’s 2022 election victory.
Exclusive
What about the utes and jet-skis? Construction company donor’s spray
As the premier faced a feisty press conference, a donor company under scrutiny has made startling allegations of corruption.
‘The day I crashed, so did Leo’: Vonn reveals further heartbreak and more surgery
American skier Lindsey Vonn is headed in for more surgery after she broke her leg during a crash at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Could this be the most gruelling Olympic sport ever?
Throw triathlon, marathon, alpine and cross-country skiing, and sport climbing into an athletic blender, and you end up with ski mountaineering – the newest sport at the Winter Olympics.
Trump and Epstein: US politics takes centre stage once again at Winter Olympics
Donald Trump and the Epstein Files were the topic of conversation at the latest Olympic briefing at the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics.
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Milano Cortina 2026
‘What on earth?’ Local dog’s unexpected Olympic cameo after running away from home
The two-year-old canine scored a photo finish and cheers from the crowd, but not every athlete was happy to have him in their race.
Victoria
Breaking
Courts
Accused High Country killer Greg Lynn applies for bail
Lynn’s defence team confirmed a written application had been lodged in a bid to be released back into the community.
Australia’s posties began reporting sunburnt arms and backs. This is why
The multimillion-dollar rollout of new high-vis shirts for posties has been halted after complaints that supposedly high-SPF fabric is see-through and leaving workers sunburnt.
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Hospitals
Two regional hospitals ran out of cash to pay bills
The revelations are contained in leaked data from December after health services suddenly stopped reporting how many days of cash they had.
One Nation, almost zero donations: Minor party short on election cash
The Victorian arm of Pauline Hanson’s party raised $97.64 last year, sparking doubt about its ability to fight the major parties in November’s state election.
Victoria loses Phillip Island MotoGP as Adelaide swoops
Victoria has lost the Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix after three decades, ending the MotoGP’s long connection to Phillip Island and dealing a blow to the Allan government.
See & Do
Highway to … Hello, Boys! Meet the gay AC/DC tribute you never knew you needed
What if, in an alternative universe, AC/DC was a gay band all along?
‘I just need to back myself’: The big question Brooke Blurton really wants to ask on TV
With the backing of long-time friend Ernie Dingo, the outspoken former Bachelorette is ready for her “dream-come-true” gig.
Politics
Opinion
Political leadership
The rise of Taylor and Hume is improbable. It’s also farcical
As the opposition’s chief economic policymakers and advocates in the lead-up to the election just nine months ago, Taylor and Hume contributed mightily to the Coalition’s landslide defeat.
Shaun Carney
Columnist
Business
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Competition
Coles manager admits chain only increased product’s price to claim discount
Matthew Hankin conceded the supermarket giant worked with a supplier to make a product more expensive while still claiming to have discounted it.
World
Trump moves US to brink of war with Iran, possible strikes ‘closer than many people realise’
Warplanes and refuelling tankers are pouring into the region as several US media outlets suggest American forces could be ready to strike Iran as soon as this weekend.
Opinion
Why Labor’s shiny new aged care scheme is a $10b rip-off
Rachel Lane
Money contributor
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Property
This new home cost $2m. It leaks, has mould and the owner can’t move in
Several building investigators have taken to social media after a tumultuous few years in the industry, but not everyone agrees with the approach.
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Title Deeds
Billionaire restaurant baron spends $18m to buy his neighbour’s house
Justin Hemmes, the chief executive of hospitality giant Merivale, is tipped to have added to his residential property portfolio in the beachside hotspot.
Good Food
Lifestyle
The five things doctors wish you’d do instead of intermittent fasting
A new major review of research found no evidence to support the method as any better for weight loss than other diets.
Culture
‘We are not there to be sycophants’: The MAFS spin-off promised nothing was off limits. Did it deliver?
After the Dinner Party is trying to pull off a difficult balancing act: appealing to fans, while also extending the show’s brand.
Opinion
Supermarkets
Coles junior managers face court heat, top executives escape scrutiny
Elizabeth Knight
Business columnist
Opinion
The Verdict
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Robert Moran
Spectrum deputy editor
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AFL 2026
Nick Daicos is one of the AFL’s best midfielders. Here’s why he’ll be spending more time forward
The Collingwood superstar expects to spend more time this season playing out of the goal square.
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Australian cricket
‘Entirely false’: Australian coach rejects claims World Cup wasn’t a priority
Australia’s head coach Andrew McDonald said a fuller review of the team’s failure would take place after returning home.
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Match report
Here’s Charlie: Ex-Carlton superstar’s eye-catching display in his first match for the Swans
It was only a practice match against an undermanned Western Bulldogs, but Curnow and Logan McDonald shape as a dangerous combination.
India stunned by Voll as Australia square T20 series
Georgia Voll signalled a bright future for Australia beyond the retirement of Alyssa Healy by leading the way to a 19-run victory over India to square the Twenty20 series with one game to play.
McLachlan signs off on racing broadcast deal; Melbourne Cup trainer to sell up; $220m Moonee Valley project hits snag
Gillon McLachlan’s TAB has signed a new partnership with Racing Victoria, while trainer Danny O’Brien looks to streamline his business and Moonee Valley loses key staff member.
‘The day I crashed, so did Leo’: Vonn reveals further heartbreak and more surgery
American skier Lindsey Vonn is headed in for more surgery after she broke her leg during a crash at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
A man tied a greyhound to a treadmill and left it to die. Racing authorities couldn’t touch him
An ex-trainer has been warned off greyhound racing for three years following a dog’s death.
Have Your Say
‘My football’s all over the place’: Why Matildas will look so different at Asian Cup
This 26-player squad appears to be one of collective malleability and a marked departure from the 2023 World Cup process.
