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Antisemitism
Opposition mounts over Allan’s new hate laws
The premier faces a Jewish backlash over plans to insert a “genuine political purpose” defence into the government’s proposed expansion of anti-vilification laws.
- by Chip Le Grand
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Victorian election
Ex-Labor MP targets Greens in Prahran, boosting Liberal hopeful’s bid
Tony Lupton tore up his ALP membership when the party declined to run a candidate in Prahran. Labor insiders worry his campaign against the Greens could hand the Liberals the seat.
- by Rachel Eddie
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Victorian election
Indian diaspora disappointment as Liberals back old guard in Werribee
Why did the Liberal Party choose a white, 63-year-old real estate agent and Knight of the Southern Cross to battle Labor in Werribee?
- by Chip Le Grand
Greg Baum retires at the top of his game – but there is some good news
The Age’s legendary sports commentator and editor is unrivalled in his ability to capture the nation’s mood during our most iconic sporting moments. Lucky for us, he’s not going far.
- by Patrick Elligett
Leunig, artist of little people, is farewelled at a mighty cathedral
Michael Leunig, one of Australia’s most loved cartoonists for more than half a century, is farewelled at Melbourne’s St Paul’s Cathedral.
- by Tony Wright
Opinion
Victorian election
Battin’s Liberals are soaring in the polls. They might just be the dog that caught the car
Like long-term inmates plotting another jailhouse hit, the Victorian Liberals have been more focused on the power balance within H-Block than gaining early release.
- by Chip Le Grand
Opinion
Political leadership
Michael Leunig was my father. He didn’t want a state funeral, but he didn’t deserve to be ignored
Dad’s work meant a great deal to a great many people. It seems appropriate that his contribution be recognised by the government.
- by Sunny Leunig
If her violent ex had been monitored, Nelomie might still be alive
A Melbourne mother hacked to death with an axe in her own home had done everything she could to protect herself. But her safety watch ultimately recorded her own murder.
- by Erin Pearson
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Victorian budget
Integrity experts call it a $12b slush fund. Now the new treasurer is asking questions
Jaclyn Symes has questioned her own government’s use of treasurer’s advances after integrity experts described Victoria’s approach as manifestly out of step with other Australian jurisdictions.
- by Chip Le Grand
Meet the kids who ran off to join the circus school
Students come from across the country to go to this select-entry school, which has provided a steady stream of graduates to one of the world’s top contemporary circus groups.
- by Bridie Smith
Victoria remains committed to Suburban Rail Loop amid more cash for airport rail
Premier Jacinta Allan has brushed off disastrous poll results and insisted her government remains committed to the contentious Suburban Rail Loop project.
- by Benjamin Preiss and Chip Le Grand
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