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'An outstandingly violent assault' in Soldiers Hill, court hears.

Neither Mr Netanyahu's Likud-led bloc nor the opposition, led by former military chief Gadi Eisenkot, secured enough seats for a parliamentary majority in last week's election.

Matthew Mann will share his journey at a local health forum.

The Ballarat Christmas Appeal launches to deliver holiday spirit.

Tributes have flowed in honour of Sergeant Dennis 'John' Todd.

Working with the traces of thought instead of the process of thinking means AI systems are limited – and they limit their users, too.

The history of the kiss is interwoven with debates around when we should ask for permission: from ‘Kiss Not’ badges to court cases.

Pain is chronic when it lasts longer than three months. But by itself, it’s typically not enough to qualify for the National Disability Insurance Scheme.

Broken devices are contributing to a growing mountain of e-waste.

As the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand head to the polls, what will it mean for the nation's founding document, the Treaty of Waitangi, and the future of Māori rights?

With so many variables in play, and polls pointing to a very tight result, there may be no obvious winner on the night – and a long wait for a new government.

New Zealand's coalition government faces a fragmented and increasingly disenchanted electorate.

Test your knowledge of Melbourne and Victoria with The Age quiz.

Economic issues are almost always front of mind for voters, political scientist Charles Hunt says.

How big is the threat posed by One Nation to the Nationals? And can the party’s past predict its future?

Aspiring writer accuses magistrate of 'slander' during hearing.

Is $164m enough for infrastructure in Ballarat's booming north.

This home is set on an impressive 2103 square metre allotment.

Three years after Myer left the Brisbane CBD, the future of David Jones is now uncertain.

Education Minister Jason Clare says he doesn’t want to ‘burn the iPads’. But he does want to see less tech use in classrooms.

Department stories used to be the place to be seen shopping. Without bold changes in how they’re run, there will no longer be stores like David Jones.

Ballarat police nab 60 drivers during long weekend operation

Democrats now are in a much stronger position to force Trump to end the Iran war. But playing their strongest card could backfire.

The new film, out in IMAX, has viewers shaking in their seats from the volume. Why are some cinema screenings so loud?

Do you recognise these people or vehicles?

'It's an exciting chance to build this group into the future.'

Democrats will dig into the decisions behind tariff rates for various industries and trade partners, but can’t do much more for now.

The US–Iran war has upended the diesel supply chain. Australia’s supply of diesel has held up, but it now leans on fewer suppliers and a longer, more fragile chain.

While much attention has been on Victoria’s lower house, there may also be a power shift in the important upper house.

A local school is set to lose a fifth of its staff by year's end.

Plus: Elon Musk, who spent half a billion dollars on Republican candidates in the midterms, sure didn't get much return on his investment. The post The Snoop: News Corp’s taxpayer cash whinge, Moira Deeming’s weird commemoration, and more appeared first on Crikey .

Can Huntly turn reserves success this year into senior wins?

Crikey speaks to several protesters impacted by an inquiry into police treatment during rallies against Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit to Australia earlier this year. Many are still living with the impact of that night. The post ‘Changed my life irrevocably’: The Herzog protesters are still waiting for answers appeared first on Crikey .

Shortage of 110,000 aged care workers predicted over next decade.

Voters rejected billionaire donors, their data centres and their special interest friends. Whether the Democrats take that to heart is another matter entirely. The post In Michigan on election night, the message was clear. But will the Democrats learn from it? appeared first on Crikey .

Of its recommendations, some are hard to disagree with, such as developing a national security strategy. Others seem tangential, or even concerning.

Bendigo Cricket Club to celebrate two of its golden years.

Located less than an hour from Melbourne, GemLife New Gisborne will feature 247 energy-efficient homes designed to complement their natural surroundings.

More than a dozen beds offer a safety net for at-risk retirees.

A night of endless good news for Democrats as America rejects the last two years of Donald Trump. Meanwhile, there is a “great fear” within the Albanese government over what Trump will do next. The post America rejects Donald Trump as Democrats retake Congress in style appeared first on Crikey .