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Man dies after alleged assault by freed immigration detainee

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Published: June 21, 2025 04:33

A 62-year-old man has died from his injuries following an altercation in a Footscray mall.

Upsizer beats investors to pay $2.1m for Fitzroy warehouse conversion

https://www.theage.com.au/property/news/upsizer-beats-investors-to-pay-2-1m-for-fitzroy-warehouse-conversion-20250620-p5m8zb.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 21, 2025 04:00

The professional woman was upgrading from a smaller home in Richmond, and beat one other party to secure the keys for a home in the popular conversion.

First home buyers pay $2.8m for Earlwood home while on holiday in Mykonos

https://www.theage.com.au/property/news/first-home-buyers-pay-2-8m-for-earlwood-home-while-on-holiday-in-mykonos-20250620-p5m8zo.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 21, 2025 03:32

It might have been 3am on Greece’s famous party isle, but that didn’t stop a couple from securing their first home at auction on Saturday.

RSL ‘powerless’ to stop billboard beside Sydney war memorial

https://www.theage.com.au/national/nsw/rsl-powerless-to-stop-billboard-beside-sydney-war-memorial-20250616-p5m7py.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 21, 2025 03:30

It is the latest row over public advertising signs placarding Sydney’s suburbs.

Five things the Wallabies learnt from the Lions’ defeat in Dublin

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Published: June 21, 2025 03:30

Argentina’s shock win exposed some vulnerabilities in the tourists – but also highlighted the threats Joe Schmidt’s team must combat.

Carlton vs North Melbourne LIVE: Blues’ last hurrah for finals push?

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/afl/carlton-blues-vs-north-melbourne-kangaroos-live-follow-afl-round-15-scores-and-stats-20250620-p5m921.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 21, 2025 03:27

It’s as close to the Winter solstice as possible but the AFL mid-season footy is bound to get pretty hot on Saturday with some captivating match-ups.

Evans punted into wall

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Published: June 21, 2025 03:04

Kiwi Jaxon Evans was punted into the wall on the exit of turn one on the opening lap of the first Supercars race of the weekend in Darwin.

The desalination plant is running, but these Victorian towns are on water restrictions

https://www.theage.com.au/national/victoria/the-desalination-plant-is-running-but-these-victorian-towns-are-on-water-restrictions-20250618-p5m8h9.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 21, 2025 03:00

Limits on how much water can be used are increasingly being introduced across the state even with the desalination plant switched on.

Minjee in contention at Women's PGA

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Published: June 21, 2025 02:59

Aussie Minjee Lee is in contention heading into the weekend in scorching temperatures at the Women's PGA in Texas.

Chaos on restart in Darwin

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Published: June 21, 2025 02:53

Jack Le Brocq was pitched into the wall on a chaotic restart of the first Supercars race of the weekend in Darwin.

Man dies outside RAC Arena after being hit by Transperth bus

https://www.theage.com.au/national/western-australia/man-dies-outside-rac-arena-after-being-hit-by-transperth-bus-20250621-p5m983.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 21, 2025 02:33

Police are seeking assistance from the public in relation to the incident that occurred just after 6pm on Friday night.

How a miraculous outback find changed the fortunes of the Wynnum Fringe

https://www.theage.com.au/national/queensland/how-a-miraculous-outback-find-changed-the-fortunes-of-the-wynnum-fringe-20250616-p5m7qp.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 21, 2025 02:20

With Dolly, Wesley, Tex and more, the 2025 festival has a country music line-up worthy of the Grand Ole Opry – plus an outback treasure finding a new home in Wynnum.

Raiders enforcer escapes ban for headbutt

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/nrl/raiders-enforcer-escapes-ban-for-headbutt-20250620-p5m96l.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 21, 2025 02:13

Morgan Smithies wasn't penalised for a headbutt and was later fined by the match review committee.

‘I’ve come a long way’: Sam Konstas returns to Australian Test team, inked and inspired

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/cricket/i-ve-come-a-long-way-sam-konstas-returns-to-australian-test-team-inked-and-inspired-20250621-p5m96q.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 21, 2025 02:00

After a rollercoaster start to his career, the young star is back for the Tests against the West Indies with a fresh tattoo and a sharpened focus as he eyes a permanent spot at the top of the order.

Gov’s ability to read the play ranks him among the best defenders of the modern era

https://www.theage.com.au/national/western-australia/gov-s-ability-to-read-the-play-ranks-him-among-the-best-defenders-of-the-modern-era-20250621-p5m97y.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 21, 2025 01:56

Pundits and pub-goers will argue for years to come where McGovern sits in the all-time greats of the game.

Queensland lab boss has ‘less than a week’ to save her job

https://www.theage.com.au/politics/queensland/queensland-lab-boss-has-less-than-a-week-to-save-her-job-20250621-p5m97k.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 21, 2025 01:45

The head of the state’s forensic testing facility is fighting for her job after DNA testing was paused following the discovery of contamination issues at the lab.

Putin says ‘the whole of Ukraine is ours’ – in theory

https://www.theage.com.au/world/europe/putin-says-the-whole-of-ukraine-is-ours-in-theory-20250621-p5m97c.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 21, 2025 01:41

Ukraine’s foreign minister denounced the statements as evidence of Russian “disdain” for US peace efforts.

The Age photos of the week, June 21, 2025

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Published: June 21, 2025 01:33

The week in photos from our award-winning staff photographers and regular contributing photographers at The Age

Bride shares her sweet DIY wedding napkins

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Published: June 21, 2025 01:29

Bride shares the sweet personalised touch on her wedding napkins.

UK parliament votes for assisted dying, paving way for historic law change

https://www.theage.com.au/world/europe/uk-parliament-votes-for-assisted-dying-paving-way-for-historic-law-change-20250621-p5m97v.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 21, 2025 01:22

The vote puts Britain on course to follow Australia, Canada and other countries, as well as some US states, in permitting assisted dying.

I have an overseas flight booked. What do current world events mean for my travel plans?

https://www.theage.com.au/traveller/reviews-and-advice/i-have-an-overseas-flight-booked-what-do-current-world-events-mean-for-my-travel-plans-20250619-p5m8ub.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 21, 2025 01:00

What happens when disaster strikes on holiday? Here’s how you can prepare before takeoff to prevent pain once you land.

How the militaries of Israel and Iran compare

https://www.theage.com.au/world/middle-east/how-the-militaries-of-israel-and-iran-compare-20250620-p5m92o.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 21, 2025 00:04

Though roughly equal in the number of troops, the two militaries bring strikingly different tactics and firepower.

Watching the watchdog: Why new ARLC powers hurt the match review committee

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/nrl/watching-the-watchdog-why-new-arlc-powers-hurt-the-match-review-committee-20250619-p5m8wv.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 23:40

There are good reasons why the NRL’s match review committee has been an independent body, filled with experts. The ARLC being able to charge players itself might do more harm than good.

Force need to set Lions tour tone by showing some mongrel

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/force-need-to-set-lions-tour-tone-by-showing-some-mongrel-20250620-p5m8yr.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 23:30

The British & Irish Lions start their Australian tour in Perth - and Joe Schmidt will be hoping they get a warm welcome.

Hey, Torvill and Dean, remember the time I danced with you?

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/hey-torvill-and-dean-remember-the-time-i-danced-with-you-20250618-p5m8l1.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 23:30

I skated with the world-famous stars of the ice. I must have been on thinner ice.

The Liberals need to be sufficiently assertive to fix their gender problem. Allow me to woman-splain

https://www.theage.com.au/politics/federal/the-liberals-need-to-be-sufficiently-assertive-to-fix-their-gender-problem-allow-me-to-woman-splain-20250620-p5m90t.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 23:30

Women don’t need protection. They need promotion. They need power. Recognising that is the best way for the Liberals to return to power themselves.

Lions stunned by outrageous Pumas try

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Published: June 20, 2025 22:45

The Lions are stunned by an outrageous Pumas try to Santiago Cordero in Dublin.

Israeli attacks kill 44 Palestinians in Gaza as UN warns of water shortage

https://www.theage.com.au/world/middle-east/israeli-attacks-kill-44-palestinians-in-gaza-as-un-warns-of-water-shortage-20250621-p5m975.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 22:10

UNICEF says a shortage of fuel to operate wells and desalination plants in Gaza means the enclave “is facing what would amount to a man-made drought”.

Israel-Iran conflict LIVE updates: Speculation continues to grow over US involvement; Iranian Foreign Minister says US ‘partner to Israeli crime’

https://www.theage.com.au/world/middle-east/israel-iran-conflict-live-updates-speculation-continues-to-grow-over-us-involvement-iranian-foreign-minister-says-us-partner-to-israeli-crime-20250620-p5m96f.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 21:54

Israel and Iran have traded missile strikes as attempts to end the fighting via diplomacy have so far made little progress.

Meghan Markle's brand As Ever nearly sold out of everything

https://www.theage.com.au/lifestyle/meghan-markles-brand-as-ever-nearly-sold-out-of-everything-20250621-p5m974.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 21:45

Meghan Markle shares video to Instagram talking about how her brand As Ever's summer drop is nearly sold out of everything.

A US attack on Iran would show the limits of China’s power

https://www.theage.com.au/world/asia/a-us-attack-on-iran-would-show-the-limits-of-china-s-power-20250620-p5m95q.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 21:40

China, which depends on Iran for oil and to counter American influence, has a lot to lose from a wider war. But there’s not much it can do about it.

Iran Foreign Minister minister meets European counterparts

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Published: June 20, 2025 21:35

The Iranian Foreign Minister has been in Geneva to meet with European counterparts, who are hopeful an "off-ramp" can be negotiated within the two-week window set out by US President Donald Trump.

Teenage boy struck by driver in alleged hit run

https://www.theage.com.au/national/teenage-boy-struck-by-driver-in-alleged-hit-run-20250621-p5m973.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 21:35

A teenage boy is in hospital with serious leg injuries after an alleged hit and run in Maroubra.

Trump effort to keep Harvard from hosting foreign students blocked by judge

https://www.theage.com.au/world/north-america/trump-effort-to-keep-harvard-from-hosting-foreign-students-blocked-by-judge-20250621-p5m96x.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 21:16

It marks another victory for the Ivy League school as it challenges multiple government sanctions amid a battle with the White House.

European talks with Iran yield no obvious breakthrough

https://www.theage.com.au/world/middle-east/european-talks-with-iran-yield-no-obvious-breakthrough-20250621-p5m96y.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 20:51

It was the first face-to-face meeting between Western and Iranian officials since the start of the conflict.

Fermented poo and lunar cycles: How ‘witchcraft’ is used to perfect wine

https://www.theage.com.au/national/nsw/fermented-poo-and-lunar-cycles-how-witchcraft-is-used-to-perfect-wine-20250618-p5m8hq.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 20:00

Biodynamic principles have raised the eyebrows of modern science. But the limited research suggests it may lead to a better drop.

Fares aside, Hailey pays a ‘physical cost’ for each trip on Melbourne’s old trams

https://www.theage.com.au/national/victoria/fares-aside-hailey-pays-a-physical-cost-for-each-trip-on-melbourne-s-old-trams-20250612-p5m6xf.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 19:47

The majority of tram stops across Melbourne’s vast network are not level-access, proving a barrier for many.

An embarrassing incident ruled Mal Lanyon out of the top job in 2021. Now he’s the frontrunner

https://www.theage.com.au/national/nsw/an-embarrassing-incident-ruled-mal-lanyon-out-of-the-top-job-in-2021-now-he-s-the-frontrunner-20250617-p5m85z.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 19:45

As the deadline draws near to be considered for the role of NSW Police Commissioner, an incident outside Goulburn’s Big Merino is wagging tongues again.

How the innocuous pager set in motion a potentially catastrophic war

https://www.theage.com.au/world/middle-east/how-the-innocuous-pager-set-in-motion-a-potentially-catastrophic-war-20250619-p5m8qm.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 19:43

A Mossad plot is just one of a series of events that have weakened Iran’s proxies, leaving it dangerously exposed.

Your step count is boring me to tears (and probably everyone else too)

https://www.theage.com.au/lifestyle/health-and-wellness/your-step-count-is-boring-me-to-tears-and-probably-everyone-else-too-20250617-p5m83e.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 19:30

Did you know the idea of walking 10,000 steps a day isn’t rooted in modern science at all?

Tech’s ‘improvements’ are making my life worse (and wetter)

https://www.theage.com.au/lifestyle/life-and-relationships/tech-s-improvements-are-making-my-life-worse-and-wetter-20250617-p5m843.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 19:30

The future is here, and it’s full of damp laundry and unsolicited AI.

Lifting the mask: Squid Game’s villain Front Man reveals (almost) all

https://www.theage.com.au/culture/tv-and-radio/lifting-the-mask-squid-game-s-villain-front-man-reveals-almost-all-20250616-p5m7r4.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 19:30

For three seasons, Lee Byung-hun has been the game’s cold-hearted controller. Here, he offers his thoughts on what was really going on behind the mask.

Two years ago he was diagnosed with blood cancer. Now he’s frontrunner to replace Goyder as AFL commission boss

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/afl/two-years-ago-he-was-diagnosed-with-blood-cancer-now-he-s-frontrunner-to-replace-goyder-as-afl-commission-boss-20250619-p5m8tw.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 19:30

At least 12 of the 18 AFL clubs are supportive of the former Collingwood president Jeff Browne taking over the league commission.

Do the people of Perth care about rugby league? Here’s what we learnt in Origin week

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/nrl/do-the-people-of-perth-care-about-rugby-league-here-s-what-we-learnt-in-origin-week-20250620-p5m92s.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 19:30

Rugby league doesn’t need to dominate the AFL in its own backyard. It just needs to find a way to co-exist.

Billy Slater has a point on pre-game Origin sledging

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/billy-slater-has-a-point-on-pre-game-origin-sledging-20250620-p5m8yq.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 19:30

The Maroons Origin coach rightly apologised for referencing the late Paul Green this week but he definitely has a point about sledging through the media.

The most demanding role Hazem Shammas has ever played

https://www.theage.com.au/culture/theatre/the-most-demanding-role-hazem-shammas-has-ever-played-20250616-p5m7v1.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 19:30

Macbeth has nothing on one of Shakespeare’s lesser-known and most monstrous subjects.

‘I’m watching more rugby league’: What happened in the suburbs when the AFL sold Saturday footy

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/i-m-watching-more-rugby-league-what-happened-in-the-suburbs-when-the-afl-sold-saturday-footy-20250611-p5m6jh.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 19:15

The decision to scrap free-to-air football on Saturdays has upset AFL fans who feel their Saturday rituals have been lost. But the AFL says access and affordability were at the heart of its decision.

British and Irish Lions LIVE: Lions take lead against Pumas in Dublin

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/rugby-union/british-and-irish-lions-live-lions-face-off-against-argentina-in-dublin-20250620-p5m91a.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 19:03

The British and Irish Lions take on Argentina in Dublin in their farewell match ahead of travelling to Australia

Your retirement savings are there to be spent. Don’t be afraid to

https://www.theage.com.au/money/super-and-retirement/your-retirement-savings-are-there-to-be-spent-don-t-be-afraid-to-20250620-p5m908.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 19:01

Retirees have been diligently squirrelling money away for years and years, but when it comes to spending it, they’re far less confident.

AI helped me feed my family for just $3 a serve

https://www.theage.com.au/money/planning-and-budgeting/ai-helped-me-feed-my-family-for-just-3-a-serve-20250620-p5m92w.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 19:01

Could artificial intelligence make me a seven-night, sales-ingredient-only meal plan that the kids will actually eat?

The regional Victorian suburb where rents rose the least in five years

https://www.theage.com.au/property/news/the-regional-victorian-suburb-where-rents-rose-the-least-in-five-years-20250527-p5m2go.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 19:00

This suburb of Geelong has bucked the trend of out-of-reach rental rises, with the smallest five-year rent rise of any regional Victorian suburb.

‘It could have been fatal’: What pushed crime author Mark Brandi to focus on writing

https://www.theage.com.au/national/it-could-have-been-fatal-what-pushed-crime-author-mark-brandi-to-focus-on-writing-20250501-p5lvn1.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 19:00

The award-winning writer discusses the challenges he faced growing up in rural Victoria – and how a bit of good (and bad) luck changed his life.

Date-night dressing: Taylor Swift makes an effort – and so can we

https://www.theage.com.au/lifestyle/fashion/date-night-dressing-taylor-swift-makes-an-effort-and-so-can-we-20250501-p5lvmu.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 19:00

Sure, old trackies by the telly reflect a sense of shared ease – but for many couples, dressing up for a night out together helps keep the spark alive.

What the travel brochures omit about ‘the world’s happiest nation’

https://www.theage.com.au/traveller/inspiration/what-the-travel-brochures-omit-about-the-world-s-happiest-nation-20250606-p5m5f2.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 19:00

Bhutan is often sold as a real-life Shangri-La. But what’s life really like beyond the postcard?

The ex-AFL coach helping dads tackle the Andrew Tate factor

https://www.theage.com.au/national/the-ex-afl-coach-helping-dads-tackle-the-andrew-tate-factor-20250501-p5lvml.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 19:00

The Fathering Project helps men become better role models to their sons.

‘Lean into the unknown’: A mentalist on how he ‘reads’ minds

https://www.theage.com.au/national/lean-into-the-unknown-a-mentalist-on-how-he-reads-minds-20250501-p5lvmw.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 19:00

Scottish illusionist Scott Silven on connecting with audiences, tackling stage fright, the pros and cons of touring – and his top romance tip.

‘I saw the flash’: How US nuclear tests changed life on this Pacific idyll forever

https://www.theage.com.au/national/i-saw-the-flash-how-us-nuclear-tests-changed-life-on-this-pacific-idyll-forever-20250606-p5m5f5.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 19:00

Marshall Islands locals watched radioactive coral fall from the sky for hours after the US’s bomb tests, 71 years ago. Now they face another existential threat.

The June 21 Edition

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Published: June 20, 2025 19:00

Life in the Marshall Islands after nuclear testing | America’s LGBTQ community fights back | A gangland girlfriend’s second chance | Crime novelist Mark Brandi

The real-life antidote to friends’ boastful Insta travel posts

https://www.theage.com.au/national/the-real-life-antidote-to-friends-boastful-insta-travel-posts-20250501-p5lvmo.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 19:00

It’s time to send those first-class braggarts packing, says our Modern Guru.

Should the Cats worry as the Lions flex their midfield muscle?

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/afl/should-the-cats-worry-as-the-lions-flex-their-midfield-muscle-20250620-p5m94u.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 15:15

The reigning premiers have now beaten Geelong three times in succession after they won at GMHBA Stadium for the first time since 2003. They proved themselves the team to beat.

I abhor tipping while overseas. Here’s a much better way to do it

https://www.theage.com.au/traveller/travel-news/i-abhor-tipping-while-overseas-here-s-a-much-better-way-to-do-it-20250618-p5m8ev.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 14:00

“In other countries tips are an essential component of people’s remuneration, so they really are required.”

Sleeping in a bookstore seems romantic, but the reality is no fairytale

https://www.theage.com.au/traveller/reviews-and-advice/sleeping-in-a-bookstore-seems-romantic-but-the-reality-is-no-fairytale-20250606-p5m5i7.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 14:00

It’s an affordable stay in expensive Japan, which is a plus. But the room is functional and not much else.

Luxury Italian hotel where George Clooney got married enters a new era

https://www.theage.com.au/traveller/travel-news/luxury-italian-hotel-where-george-clooney-got-married-enters-a-new-era-20250612-p5m6y5.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 14:00

Hotel Cipriani is a haven for the truly famous, including George and Amal Clooney, who held their star-studded wedding at the hotel.

At this anti-social hostel, rooms fit together like Tetris blocks

https://www.theage.com.au/traveller/reviews-and-advice/at-this-anti-social-hostel-rooms-fit-together-like-tetris-blocks-20250606-p5m5gz.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 14:00

If you’re looking for an affordable stay in one of the world’s most expensive cities, this hostel offers a great price and solitude.

Sydney hotel turns 50, but its iconic bar is turning 132

https://www.theage.com.au/traveller/travel-news/sydney-hotel-turns-50-but-its-iconic-bar-is-turning-132-20250523-p5m1rf.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 14:00

If its walls could talk, what tales would the Marble Bar at Sydney’s Hilton hotel be telling us?

Good Weekend Superquiz, June 21

https://www.theage.com.au/national/good-weekend-superquiz-june-21-20250619-p5m8pe.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 13:59

Trivia buffs: test your knowledge with today’s interactive superquiz.

Gal calls out SBW's 'embarrassing' act

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/nrl/gal-calls-out-sbws-embarrassing-act-20250620-p5m96m.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 12:44

Paul Gallen claims Sonny Bill Williams has denied the chance for another press conference ahead of their fight.

Stuart reflects on son's debut

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/nrl/stuart-reflects-on-sons-debut-20250620-p5m96k.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 12:35

Ricky Stuart talks to Nine's panel about his son Jed scoring on debut.

Raiders enforce in trouble for headbutt

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/nrl/raiders-enforce-in-trouble-for-headbutt-20250620-p5m96l.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 12:34

Morgan Smithies wasn't penalised for a headbutt, however he could face scrutiny.

NRL Highlights: Wests Tigers v Raiders - Round 16

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/nrl/nrl-highlights-wests-tigers-v-raiders-round-16-20250620-p5m96j.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 12:18

Wests Tigers take on the Canberra Raiders in Round 16 of the 2025 NRL Premiership at Campbelltown Sports Stadium, Sydney.

Sydney metro stations and delightfully weird homes sweep top awards

https://www.theage.com.au/national/nsw/sydney-metro-stations-and-delightfully-weird-homes-sweep-top-awards-20250618-p5m8dx.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 12:00

One architect spent his first pay cheque as a pimply teenager on a copy of Houses magazine. Now he’s won the award for best new home in NSW.

Indian prodigy's 'beautiful' drive

https://www.theage.com.au/national/indian-prodigys-beautiful-drive-20250620-p5m96g.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 11:59

Yashasvi Jaiswal starts his innings brilliantly, driving Chris Woakes through mid-off.

Mansion erupts in flames in Melbourne

https://www.theage.com.au/national/mansion-erupts-in-flames-in-melbourne-20250620-p5m8y9.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 11:45

A mansion in Toorak, Melbourne, has gone up in flames overnight.

Luai produces perfect kick for try

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/nrl/luai-produces-perfect-kick-for-try-20250620-p5m96e.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 11:34

Jarome Luai shows why he's Origin class with a pinpoint grubber.

'Did you see that?': May falls before kick off

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/nrl/did-you-see-that-may-falls-before-kick-off-20250620-p5m96d.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 11:14

Terrell May comically falls over before the half time kick off.

Smith's free delivers easy goal

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/afl/smiths-free-delivers-easy-goal-20250620-p5m96c.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 11:09

Bailey Smith hands the Brisbane Lions a goal after his high tackle.

Joey reveals 'worry' with Katoa's Origin bid

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/nrl/joey-reveals-worry-with-katoas-origin-bid-20250620-p5m96b.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 11:00

Andrew Johns discusses why he believes Origin could "burn" Isaiya Katoa.

Raiders props combine for special try

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/nrl/raiders-props-combine-for-special-try-20250620-p5m96a.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 10:55

Canberra's big men join together to record first points for their side.

Matildas name new-look squad

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/soccer/matildas-name-new-look-squad-20250620-p5m969.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 10:54

Matildas coach Joe Montemurro has made his mark, naming a squad full of uncapped players.

Ricky's son scores on debut

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/nrl/rickys-son-scores-on-debut-20250620-p5m968.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 10:42

Jed Stuart crosses for his first NRL try after a special Seb Kris flick pass.

‘Think how it would affect your kids’: Champion’s call against vile abuse

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/nrl/think-how-it-would-affect-your-kids-champion-s-call-against-vile-abuse-20250620-p5m93s.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 10:36

Upon her unveiling as the Broncos captain, a champion has issued a message to those who have taken to social media in a series of vile attacks on players.

Chris Brown appears in UK court

https://www.theage.com.au/world/chris-brown-appears-in-uk-court-20250620-p5m95z.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 10:35

American singer Chris Brown has appeared in a UK court, charged with grievous bodily harm over an alleged nightclub assault in 2023.

Mother's plea for son almost a month after disappearance

https://www.theage.com.au/national/mothers-plea-for-son-almost-a-month-after-disappearance-20250620-p5m967.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 10:30

A Perth mother is desperately pleading for her missing son to return home almost a month after he disappeared.

A preview of the Terracotta Warriors: Legacy of the First Emperor

https://www.theage.com.au/national/western-australia/a-preview-of-the-terracotta-warriors-legacy-of-the-first-emperor-20250620-p5m91f.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 10:00

The Perth Museum will open the global exclusive exhibition to the public on June 28.

Geelong vs Brisbane AFL LIVE: ‘Whiteout’ hits Geelong to honour Dangerfield’s 350th as Lions lose Gardiner in late change

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/afl/geelong-vs-brisbane-afl-live-cats-lions-test-out-premiership-credentials-on-friday-night-footy-20250620-p5m949.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 09:40

Geelong and Brisbane face off at GMHBA Stadium in Geelong. Follow along live for all the major moments and post game reactions.

Lab boss suspended in latest DNA contamination scandal

https://www.theage.com.au/politics/queensland/lab-boss-suspended-in-latest-dna-contamination-scandal-20250620-p5m964.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 09:40

The director of a state-run forensic testing lab has been suspended and will be asked to explain why they should not be removed in the latest scandal over botched DNA sampling.

Trump buys himself time, and opens up some new options

https://www.theage.com.au/world/middle-east/trump-buys-himself-time-and-opens-up-some-new-options-20250620-p5m943.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 09:30

While the US president appears to be offering one more off-ramp to the Iranians, he’s also bolstering his own military options.

Will Israel’s interceptors outlast Iran’s missiles? The answer may shape the war

https://www.theage.com.au/world/middle-east/will-israel-s-interceptors-outlast-iran-s-missiles-the-answer-may-shape-the-war-20250620-p5m8xt.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 09:30

Israel’s ability to conserve its stocks of precious anti-missile rockets will determine if it can sustain a long-term conflict.

Master coaches Bennett and Bellamy set for record 44th showdown

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/nrl/master-coaches-bennett-and-bellamy-set-for-record-44th-showdown-20250616-p5m7pe.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 09:30

He’s won more premierships than any coach in rugby league history, but there is no doubt which rival tactician has been Wayne Bennett’s nemesis.

Their season is in the balance. Inequities of NRL draw could tip Panthers over the edge

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/nrl/their-season-is-in-the-balance-inequities-of-nrl-draw-could-tip-panthers-over-the-edge-20250619-p5m8u2.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 09:30

All dynasties come to an end. For Penrith, the trip to Auckland less than 72 hours after State of Origin could be the draw that broke the camel’s back.

Our fertility industry is a mess. As a donor, I know what could fix it

https://www.theage.com.au/national/our-fertility-industry-is-a-mess-as-a-donor-i-know-what-could-fix-it-20250620-p5m8z7.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 09:30

Sperm donors and even mothers have been matched with the wrong children. We have the science to make sure it doesn’t happen.

Woman charged with murder after Adelaide fire

https://www.theage.com.au/national/woman-charged-with-murder-after-adelaide-fire-20250620-p5m963.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 09:20

A woman has been charged with murder after a body was found inside a Port Lincoln home after a fire.

NRL LIVE updates: Wests Tigers take on Raiders at Campbelltown

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/nrl/nrl-live-updates-wests-tigers-take-on-raiders-at-campbelltown-20250620-p5m92u.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 09:18

Jarome Luai backs up from Origin for the Tigers against the second-placed Canberra Raiders, with Ricky Stuart’s son Jed making his NRL debut.

Labuschagne axed from Test team

https://www.theage.com.au/national/labuschagne-axed-from-test-team-20250620-p5m962.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 09:17

Marnus Labuschagne has been dropped from Australia's first Test side to play the West Indies.

Little-known Aussie's NBA first

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/basketball/little-known-aussies-nba-first-20250617-p5m86k.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 09:16

Little-known Aussie Johnny Furphy scores his first NBA Finals points for the Pacers against the Thunder.

Discount Pies: How these old champs are on low contracts

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/afl/discount-pies-how-these-old-champs-are-on-low-contracts-20250620-p5m930.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 09:12

Collingwood greats Scott Pendlebury and Steele Sidebottom are playing for less than the AFL’s average wage for a senior-listed player this year.

‘I passed them on’: Schools boss was sent documents after he left top job, ICAC hears

https://www.theage.com.au/national/nsw/i-passed-them-on-schools-boss-was-sent-documents-after-he-left-top-job-icac-hears-20250620-p5m90z.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 09:05

A human resources adviser denied deleting numerous text messages that she sent from her work phone to School Infrastructure officials.

Joey's HUGE call for Cleary contingency: Immortal Behaviour Ep14

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/nrl/joeys-huge-call-for-cleary-contingency-immortal-behaviour-ep14-20250620-p5m961.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 09:04

With Moses out and Cleary also injured who could step up in the event that neither could play for Game III? Joey and Allana debate who would be the best fit for the Blues heading into a series decider. The pair break down the aftermath of Game II and how…

The nine-hour window that prosecutors claim exposes Erin Patterson’s illness lie

https://www.theage.com.au/national/victoria/the-nine-hour-window-that-prosecutors-claim-exposes-erin-patterson-s-illness-lie-20250617-p5m7yp.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 09:00

When the accused killer says she became unwell from the toxic mushrooms and how she recovered – compared to her guests – has been at dispute at her murder trial.

The 10 best homes for sale in Victoria right now

https://www.theage.com.au/property/news/the-10-best-homes-for-sale-in-victoria-right-now-20250620-p5m91x.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Published: June 20, 2025 09:00

A Grand Designs-featured rural retreat is among the best houses for sale in the state this week, as well as inner-city retreats and leafy family homes.