It’s a touchy subject,but next-gen myki might already be on the ropes

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the myki system raises concerns the state faces another ticketing fiasco – and makes Melbourne look increasingly outdated.

  • byAdam Carey

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For some,it’s a place of belonging. For others,a battleground. Famous faces reveal what The Age means to them

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.

I know what it’s like to be the politician’s son who makes mistakes. I wouldn’t wish it on Tom Dutton

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.

  • byNick Bracks
How Nick Bracks shook off his shadow and learnt to move his mind

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.

  • byJewel Topsfield
The $50 billion gas deal Australia hopes will keep China quiet

The $50 billion gas deal Australia hopes will keep China quiet

Australia is offering a multi-billion-dollar lifeline to fast-track an offshore gas project the government hopes will keep Beijing at bay.

  • byAndrew Probyn
Melbourne elite petrolheads out in force

Melbourne elite petrolheads out in force

The famous were out and about at the Australian Formula 1 Grand Prix – including Australia’s most unobtrusive billionaire.

  • byStephen Brook andCara Waters
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‘Your politics is better than people realise’:A cup of tea with Alastair Campbell

‘Your politics is better than people realise’:A cup of tea with Alastair Campbell

The former firebrand political adviser is enjoying later-in-life acclaim due to his acute political insights and relaxed demeanour.

  • byStephen Brook
Former Labor premiers back Indigenous governor-general as speculation mounts over PM’s pick

Former Labor premiers back Indigenous governor-general as speculation mounts over PM’s pick

Former Labor premiers Bob Carr and Steve Bracks have thrown their support behind an Indigenous governor-general,while former Queensland premier Peter Beattie has suggested that could be divisive,so soon after the Voice referendum.

  • byLisa Visentin
Thawing the freezer:How Jacinta Allan is resetting the state

Thawing the freezer:How Jacinta Allan is resetting the state

Away from official positions,the premier is quietly assembling the key members of her squad.

  • byStephen Brook andKieran Rooney
‘Why would you stay?’ The myriad reasons for Daniel Andrews to go

‘Why would you stay?’ The myriad reasons for Daniel Andrews to go

Within minutes of the former premier’s resignation,the rumour and conspiracy mills were abuzz with questions and theories. But what say those who know him?

  • byRoyce Millar
The intimidating debt bill facing our new premier

The intimidating debt bill facing our new premier

Before the 2014 election,fiscal surgeon Bob Officer signed off on Labor’s election costings. Today he’s less optimistic about the state’s balance sheet.

  • byJosh Gordon andRoyce Millar