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'A Deere piece of history': rare tractor a jewel in Wimmera farmer's shed
A farmer's retirement project is now a growing tractor museum.
•Petra Oates
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How a little club carries little Elvi, and keeps small town ticking along
'The community in the background ... has just been unbelievable.'
•Josh Partridge
COMMUNITY
From 'Half a Cow' to $2.50 travel: radical hacks Aussies use to beat the crunch
We asked for your cost of living hacks. Here is what you told us.
•Carla Mascarenhas
VIDEO
Cash or card? The ultimate guide to paying your way across Asia
Where to tap, when to set-up a digital wallet and why you might still need cash in Asia.
•Sarah Falson
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DOMESTIC
Economic inequality is straining Australian democracy
MPs need to represent the people better and foster a greater sense of inclusion to safeguard democracy, which is under strain, the Grattan Institute says.
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Harry, Meghan prepare for a very different royal visit
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's four-day trip Down Under is expected to present a stark contrast to their triumphant 2018 trip as working royals.
BUSINESS-FINANCE
Reality bites as Gen X defers cost of living
As fuel costs soar, more consumers are choosing to buy now and pay later - and the biggest spenders may come as a surprise.
COURT-CRIME
Woman says it's 'impossible' she set car on fire to make $12k insurance claim
The magistrate strongly urged her to obtain a lawyer.
•Annika Rhoades
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'A mixed picture': fuel crisis creates odd trends for Tassie tourism operators
'We're really hoping to see a shift towards local tourism.'
•Bailey Forbes
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Families left in the dark after regional childcare program seemingly axed
Families were planning their future around a now-axed program.
•Bailey Forbes
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The talk every parent needs to have before dropping their teen at a party
Why do kids think filming assaults is OK?
CELEBRITY
Rosamund Pike beats Cate Blanchett for theatre gong
Cate Blanchett and Paddington Bear were among the stars nominated for prizes at London's Olivier Awards.
CARSGUIDE-NEWS
High fuel prices have saved Tesla
Have high fuel prices saved Tesla?
MONEY
Scams don't rely on technology-they rely on human nature to succeed
Scammers reaped more than $2 billion from Australians last year
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Australia seeks fuel surety in crisis-driven Asia trip
The prime minister will visit more Asian nations to lock in energy supplies as the Australian government responds to the fuel crisis.
POLITICS
Spoils of Iran war to deliver Chalmers a budget boost
The federal budget will be billions of dollars better off, even with added spending, because of higher commodity prices and inflation, a top economist says.
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'It stays with you forever': massacre heroes honoured
Two people who died in the Bondi Junction shopping centre attack are among eight heroes whose courage is being honoured by special bravery awards.
TASPOL
Revenge porn gap: the loophole that allows abusers to exploit past partners
Why Tasmania must update laws to stop this form of sexual abuse.
•Matt Maloney
WORLD
Danish Queen Mary in mourning after her father's death
Denmark's Royal Palace has announced that John Donaldson, father of Queen Mary, has died in Hobart at the age of 84.
PHOTOS
Jade Young's husband among heroes honoured two years after Bondi Junction stabbings
Two years after six people were stabbed in Bondi Westfield, eight people are recognised for their bravery.
•Nadine Morton
CRIME-LAW-AND-JUSTICE
Convicted rapist, immigration detainee back in custody
Police have caught an immigration detainee, who was convicted of rape, after he escaped from a hospital.
WW-LIST
Millions promised to greyhound racing industry if phase-out vote is passed
The premier said the industry had 'lost its social license.'
•Bailey Forbes
DOMESTIC
'Not a stunt': recruitment plan targets overseas police
Addressing rising crime rates will be a key battleground during the Victorian election campaign as the opposition proposes a police recruitment drive.
DOMESTIC
'Disappointing': Australia's plea after peace talks end
Marathon talks between the US and Iran have broken down as Australia's foreign minister urges the nations to uphold a ceasefire.
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More cost relief on table as Aussies asked to save fuel
The impacts of the energy crisis will likely continue even if a Middle East ceasefire holds, the government warns as it prepares to roll out an ad campaign.
POLITICS
RBA to sift through jobs data as world watches Hormuz
The labour market will be top of the economic agenda in the coming week, while speaking engagements from central bank officials will be closely studied.
SPORT
'It is both': Launceston businesses appeal to AFL for Hawks, Devils future
'Our position is not either/or. It is both.'
•Ryan Bentley
DOMESTIC
Three charged after police foil alleged 'kill car' plot
Three men have been charged with multiple offences after police pursued a car they believe to be linked to a string of suspected gang crimes in Sydney.
SPORT
How weight of expectation has helped Leary thrive for Tassie Devils
Extra kilos and extra motivation has Brandon Leary thriving.
•Jon Tuxworth
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A gift horse: rural retreat helping veterans re-set
After years at sea working on warships, a former Navy engineer is tapping into the power of nature, animals and rest to help veterans adjust to civilian life.
FRANCE
End of passport stamps: new Europe entry rules now in force for Australians
Travelling to one of these countries? This is what you need to know.
•Sarah Falson
DOMESTIC
You're probably wrong about fuel-efficient driving
Tips from Formula One mechanics and fuel economy world-record holders could save you a few pricey trips to the servo. And you can keep your air con on.
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High-performance EVs and hatchbacks ready to steal show
After smashing sales records in Australia, electric vehicles are expected to be in high demand at the largest motor show in the southern hemisphere.
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They still walk up the driveway: When police work feels anything but routine
Routine jobs can turn deadly fast.
•Craig Thomson
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Trial to reshape 'gruelling, traumatic' IVF process
A Victorian-first study into a gentler IVF treatment hopes to reshape fertility care by eliminating the two-week hormonal injection process.
NEWSLETTER
Barr family backs canola to maximise profits despite soaring input costs
The Tatyoon growers are doubling down on canola as urea skyrockets.
•Petra Oates
DOMESTIC
Schoolgirl drowns at popular swimming spot
A family is in mourning after a schoolgirl drowned at a popular swimming spot.
DOMESTIC
A simple gas tax has broad support. It could help soften the coming blow
Albanese shouldn't let this crisis go to waste.
•Ebony Bennett
VIDEO
Inside the trauma-informed hub supporting survivors of sexual abuse
A third of victim-survivors of sexual harm who accessed support were children.
•Owen Sinclair
SIGNPOST-CARS[G]UIDE
Kia spills on Hyundai's new ute!
Kia has confirmed critical details of the brand's upcoming ute, and seemingly inadvertently spilled on Hyundai's plans for a BYD Shark 6-fighting dual-cab.
SIGNPOST-CARS[G]UIDE
Popular ute's future up in the air
What is the future of the Mazda BT-50? Could it become a Toyota-based one-tonne ute?
SIGNPOST-CARS[G]UIDE
Choose this type of car to save bucketloads
Often the best used versions of popular models such as the Toyota RAV4, Mazda CX-3, Volkswagen Golf GTI and Honda Jazz also happen to be the cheapest.
UNIVERSITY
Exiled foreign despot still holds Australian honour
A Bangladeshi leader who ordered the killing of 1400 protesters retains an honorary degree at a top Australian uni despite warnings of reputational damage.
EUROPE
Nine-year-old found locked in a French van since 2024
A nine-year-old boy has been rescued from his father's van in eastern France, where he was locked up for a year and a half.
CELEBRITY
Singer Violet Grohl not bothered by 'nepo baby' label
Foo Fighters' frontman Dave Grohl's musician daughter Violet Grohl insists she's not concerned about being tagged a "nepo baby".
VIDEO
Brownlow medallist shows glimpses of brilliance, but NTFA Tigers too strong
557 games of AFL experience played for North Launceston.
•Josh Partridge
EUROPE
Explore this historic village in France on a luxury cruise
Port of the Week: Viviers, France
SPORTS-UPDATES-LIST
It's Symes' time as Parrots ruck makes statement against league benchmark
Bridgenorth's big man made a statement against Hillwood.
•Jon Tuxworth
DOMESTIC
Fuel ships inbound but supply uncertainty lingers
National diesel reserves inch higher as the federal government confirms 57 tankers are on their way to Australian shores.
VIDEO
Paramedics to take industrial action as RTI shows worsening response times
Paramedics will begin industrial action across the state next week.
•Owen Sinclair
CRIME-LAW-AND-JUSTICE
Missing man found shot dead and buried on his farm
A 65-year-old man who disappeared from his farm for two days has been found shot dead on his rural property, as police allege foul play.
FOOTBALL-LIST
'Couldn't be prouder': young guns step to the front as VFLW stars miss
'It's always tough, Deloraine at home.'
•Josh Partridge
VIDEO
Star recruits shine in debuts as reigning premiers flex their muscles
NTFA division two is underway.
•Ryan Bentley
DOMESTIC
Green advocates urge reset on food security goals
Australia's future food security priorities need to be redefined when a third of the country is going hungry, a conservation group says.
COURT-CRIME
Man struck by car outside popular night-time drinking venue, police say
Police are investigating the crash involving a pedestrian and vehicle.
•Owen Sinclair
CARSGUIDE-NEWS
Petrol and diesel dinosaurs lost, EVs won
You can almost feel the warmth, can't you? You know, as Australia's many thousands of EV owners bask in their collective smugness as fuel prices shoot skyward and the world continues its hell-in-a handbasket spiral.
FREE
Man extradited after $100k scam targeting elderly women
A man who allegedly helped fleece $100,000 out of the elderly across several shopping centres has been extradited from Perth to Sydney.
DOMESTIC
Families choosing school or savings as fuel prices bite
Work from home, catch public transport, ride a bike, go electric - meet the Australians for whom none is an option, and go without if they fill up their tank.