Steve Bracks
Ray’s Metro Tunnel idea was blocked. So he broke the rules (and won)
We reveal the secret history of how Melbourne’s landmark rail network project became a reality almost three decades later in a series of fortunate coincidences.
- Patrick Hatch
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- Letters
- Letters
Dear Tom Keneally, get back to us with a proper plan
Readers respond to writer Thomas Keneally’s argument that at 90 years of age he’s had it with Australia not being a republic.
- Letters
- Letters
Shocking, disappointing health cuts hit most vulnerable
Readers argue cuts to GP and counselling services in four inner Melbourne clinics will come at great economic and social cost.
- Letters
- Letters
Reasons Trump didn’t deserve the prize
Readers comment on who didn’t receive the Nobel peace prize and Senator David Pocock’s expulsion from a parliamentary sports club.
- Letters
- Letters
Finding a path beyond fear and revenge
Readers are wary of what might come out of Trump’s peace plan for Gaza.
Only in Yarra: The socialist mayor accused of taking a Trumpian turn
A Greens attack on Yarra Mayor Stephen Jolly has left him more than a bit surprised.
- Stephen Brook and Kishor Napier-Raman
- Analysis
- Public transport
It’s a touchy subject, but next-gen myki might already be on the ropes
A legal dispute between the Victorian government and the US firm contracted to replace the myki system raises concerns the state faces another ticketing fiasco – and makes Melbourne look increasingly outdated.
- Adam Carey
For some, it’s a place of belonging. For others, a battleground. Famous faces reveal what The Age means to them
As The Age celebrates 170 years, we asked stars of the stage and screen, sporting heroes and politicians to reflect on their interaction with us.
- Opinion
- Political leadership
I know what it’s like to be the politician’s son who makes mistakes. I wouldn’t wish it on Tom Dutton
When a photo of the opposition leader’s 18-year-old son made headlines last week, I immediately felt so sorry for him. Unfortunately, I know exactly what it’s like to go through that.
- Nick Bracks
How Nick Bracks shook off his shadow and learnt to move his mind
A bold request helped the mental health advocate and podcast host find a kindred spirit in the son of a Hollywood superstar.
- Jewel Topsfield
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