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The original gangland crime boss who survived and, eventually, beat the system
Gone from the streets but clearly not forgotten, news of Tony Mokbel’s release spread like wildfire throughout Melbourne’s underworld.
Analysis
Naked City
Mokbel: The last chapter is yet to be written
The judicial process around Tony Mokbel makes the Suburban Rail Loop look like a frugal investment and the CFMEU a benevolent organisation.
‘Bound to happen’: How security failed to find guns at the MCG
The company behind the AI-powered weapons detection system at the MCG reached a legal settlement with US regulators in 2024 after they alleged the company made false claims.
Public housing residents vow to resist eviction after lawsuit thrown out
The state government plans to pursue for legal costs the tenant who led the class action against it.
Live
Australia votes
Dutton claims gas cheaper under Coalition plan, but no modelling released
Read all the headlines from day eight of the 2025 federal election campaign on Friday, April 4.
Analysis
Trade wars
Turmoil from Trump’s tariffs will affect everything from coffee to interest rates
The turmoil caused by Trump’s “Liberation Day” has been more wide-ranging than even the president could have expected. But what does it mean for me?
Breaking
Trump's White House
Trump ousts national security boss after meeting with conspiracy theorist
A US official said Laura Loomer, a far-right activist and outside adviser to President Donald Trump, called for Timothy Haugh’s removal during an extraordinary meeting in the Oval Office.
Opinion
Trump's America
Is this the beginning of the end for Trump?
Bruce Wolpe
Senior fellow at the US Studies Centre and former political staffer
The 20 best cities in Italy, ranked (and why Rome isn’t No.1)
Which of Italy’s cities should be on your holiday wish-list and which are overrated? And why doesn’t Rome or Venice take out the top slot? Read on to find out.
White Fox fashion moguls splash about $150m on five trophy homes
The Millennials behind the label have been expanding their portfolio, picking up another property for just under $30m.
Updated
Superannuation
AustralianSuper, Host Plus among super funds hit by co-ordinated cyberattack
Several industry super funds and the largest retail superannuation brand owner, Insignia, have all been hit.
How the vote in Wills has shifted on both sides of the ‘quinoa curtain’
Join us over the next five weeks for an in-depth look at the candidates, hot-button issues, and a breakdown of the policies and campaign promises in four key electorates.
‘Hare-brained’: Conservationists, experts slam government plan to trap, collar dingoes
The Victorian Farmers Federation has argued dingoes should be fitted with collars that can deliver an electric shock when they approach private property.
‘Storm in a teacup’: Sicily backs Allen’s meeting with Mitchell, says he would do the same
Hawthorn captain James Sicily says it would be bad business for a player not to test their value on the market, and expects the Hawks will experience it from the other side at some point.
AFL club powerbrokers
Geelong Cats
Cotton On dropped $1m on a luxe Geelong corporate box. Some say they have a better view than the coach
Every AFL club has wealthy, influential or famous people working behind the scenes to boost their team. We go inside the corporate boxes at Geelong.
Opinion
Melbourne Demons
How Max Gawn can put Melbourne back together again
Bob Murphy
Former Western Bulldogs captain
I decided to stop dating in my 30s to figure out who I was. Then I met my husband
Before she married fellow comedian, Australian Steen Raskopoulos, Sara Pascoe took a few years off dating to ‘figure out who I was’.
If you know a Greg or are a Greg then this show is for you
Greg is an hour of absurdist sketch, improv and character comedy, taking as its starting point a pair of comedians’ fascination for a completely ordinary name.
What’s good (and what’s great) at this year’s comedy festival
From detours through surreal filthiness to unexpected underwear, here are our latest reviews.
FEDERAL ELECTION 2025
Goldstein candidates grilled on Israel-Palestine conflict
Teal MP Zoe Daniel and Liberal Tim Wilson engaged in a fiery debate at a Jewish community forum on Thursday night.
Joyce, McKenzie jostle to keep Coalition frontbench roles after election
Nationals frontbenchers are hustling to keep their positions after the election as tensions flare again between party leader David Littleproud and predecessor Barnaby Joyce.
Victoria
Updated
Crime
Body searches to be ramped up after MCG security ‘breakdown’
Body searches will be ramped up for football fans at the MCG after security staff failed to stop two men from allegedly carrying loaded guns into the Carlton-Collingwood blockbuster.
Updated
Victoria Police
Armed woman in stolen car pointed gun at several vehicles before being shot by police
Witnesses reported seeing a gun pointed out the window of the stolen car, which had reached speeds of up to 110km/h during the pursuit.
Man arrested over murder of Mohammed ‘Afghan Ali’ Keshtiar
Notorious bikie Mohammed Akbar Keshtiar was gunned down outside his apartment building in South Yarra almost two years ago.
Inside the court where teen offenders – many with childhoods filled with abuse – face their last shot at reform
The weight of the new bail laws hangs heavy at Victoria’s Children’s Court, where young offenders – most of whom are victims of trauma themselves – face their final shot at reform.
Fast times at Cranbourne West: Primary school pupils drive high-powered school project
For the children of Cranbourne West Primary School, human-powered vehicle racing is opening up new opportunities.
TRUMP TARIFFS
Opinion
Australia’s best hope: wait for Americans to turn on Trump
Given the US president’s fraudulent tariffs, an honest Australian election campaign would confront the need for a national insurance policy against an unreliable ally.
David Crowe
Chief political correspondent
Five countries worst hit by Trump’s tariffs
Trump’s tariffs mean Australian exports to the US will attract a 10 per cent charge. Goods from these countries won’t get off so lightly.
Politics
Exclusive
Australia votes
Shadow migrant services minister declares family interests in Melbourne migration firm
The Coalition’s shadow minister for migrant services has declared his family’s financial interests in a migration agency that helps people stay in Australia and overturn their visa refusals.
Business
Carnage on leafy St Kilda boulevard as property values crash-land
Basketball tsar Larry Kestelman sold a Queens Road tower for $59 million in 2019. Now it’s changed hands for less than half that sum.
World
‘Brutal’: Macron vows to protect Europe after US lands shock trade blow
The French president has called on EU nations to stop all investment in the United States after Donald Trump announced a 20 per cent tariff on European imports.
Opinion
Brexit for the US: Trump’s tariffs are the sign of a nation in decline
Waleed Aly
Columnist, co-host of Ten's The Project and academic
Wakey, wakey: Dutton looks shaky as his aptitude is put to the ultimate test
Niki Savva
Award-winning political commentator and author
This is one of the US’ most shocking economic defeats in 40 years
Ambrose Evans-Pritchard
Lunch is sangers, dinner is bangers. Learn the rules, people!
Kerri Sackville
Columnist and author
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Property
Amelia can barely afford the rent. Now the landlord wants to sell
House and unit rents have jumped in a range of Melbourne neighbourhoods, putting more pressure on tenants reeling from almost four years of increases.
Seven of the best luxury homes for sale right now
From the beach to the countryside and even a striking factory conversion, here are seven of the best luxury properties on the market right now.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Stressed? Try these voice exercises to calm your nerves
Teach yourself to let go of stress and feel less anxious through simple voice exercises that you can do every day.
Culture
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Interview
‘I would just go AWOL’: How Walton Goggins survived intense seven-month filming stint
The White Lotus star has a knack for playing misunderstood fringe dwellers. To his surprise, it’s turned him into the most relatable man on TV.
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Analysis
AFL 2025
The target is on Voss’ back in part because his players can’t hit them
In the coming days and weeks, we will likely see a closing of ranks around Michael Voss. Carlton’s examination of their failings will look far beyond the once-traditional practice of sheeting blame home to the coach.
‘I used to be a show-off:’ The story behind Richmond young gun’s somersaults
The footy world might know Seth Campbell best for his acrobatics in round one against Carlton, but there’s more to the boy from Burnie than that. He can also seriously play.
‘Storm in a teacup’: Sicily backs Allen’s meeting with Mitchell, says he would do the same
Hawthorn captain James Sicily says it would be bad business for a player not to test their value on the market, and expects the Hawks will experience it from the other side at some point.
Updated
Crime
Body searches to be ramped up after MCG security ‘breakdown’
Loaded guns were allegedly found hidden down two men’s pants at Thursday night’s blockbuster between Collingwood and Carlton.
Analysis
EPL
Ange Postecoglou took on Tottenham fans and lost ... this feels like the end
Postecoglou had clashed with Spurs fans in the past, most notably after the defeats at Bournemouth and Fulham, but this felt different. This felt like the end of what had started as a love affair.
Sam Dean, Matt Law and Rob Bagchi
Min Woo Lee needed a ‘kick in the butt’. Now he’s Australia’s biggest Masters hope
Min Woo Lee didn’t want to be just a social media star. Now he’s a social media star and our No.1-ranked male golfer.
AFL club powerbrokers
AFL 2025
Cotton On dropped $1 million on a luxe Geelong corporate box. Some say they have a better view than the coach
Every AFL club has wealthy, influential or famous people working behind the scenes to boost their team. We go inside the corporate boxes at Geelong.
Have Your Say
How Max Gawn can put Melbourne back together again
Have their skills deserted them? Are the stars fully committed? Is the forward line up to it?
Bob Murphy
Former Western Bulldogs captain
