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Police and emergency services attend the scene of a workplace accident on a barge at Barangaroo.

Barangaroo death: Hundreds saw young father killed

21 mins ago

Westpac says it will defend a civil court case brought against it by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission.

Westpac approved mortgages borrowers 'couldn't afford'

1 hr ago

Donald Trump's speech to the joint session of Congress was easily his most presidential to date

Crucial line reduces Trump message to most simple, potent form

COMMENT
Nick O'Malley
31 mins ago

The boy was taken to hospital in a serious condition.

Boy seriously hurt after being hit by car outside primary school

26 mins ago

A discrepancy in the way the GST applies to "scrap gold" versus gold bullion has been exploited.

'It should have gone to schools': ATO in hot seat over $700m rort

1 hr ago

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Jets, yachts to go: Packer's VIP toys on the chopping block

'Rare and significant event': Spy agency forced to leave grid

This may have been Trump's best speech ever

ANALYSIS

NZ netball star dies six days after mid-match collapse

Trump addresses Australian immigration system in speech

'No opinion': Morrison dodges key question four times

Scott Harry Richardson, 25, found guilty of rape during an impromptu summer party at his flat.

'Disgraceful intrusion': Man jailed for raping woman at house party

Isaac Cherem took this photo of Kyrgios and Sela from his place in the stands.

'It was only cheering': Fans felt threatened by Kyrgios outburst

EXCLUSIVE
1 hr ago

La Fabrica

Architect converts cement factory into his own personal castle

Memorial: Dan Vickerman was remembered as a generous man with a mischievous sense of humour.

Former Wallabies remember 'quiet guy with a 12-foot heart'

1 hr ago

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How to have an unforgettable holiday, minus the guilt

1 hr ago

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'Totally unethical': Caltex franchisees protest in Sydney

Randwick, in Sydney's east, has been named as the top suburb to attract global wealth this year.

Sydney suburb among top 10 global spots for wealthy buyers

Uber CEO caught on camera arguing with driver over fares

Already looking to move back to Australia? Kieran Foran.

Kieran Foran already looking for a move? Please say it isn't so

COMMENT

Communicating with your partner during intimacy is also a strong predictor of orgasm, the study found.

How the 'orgasm gap' can be solved for straight women

Ron Medich has pleaded not guilty to ordering the 2009 shooting murder of his former business partner Michael McGurk.

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Ron Medich has pleaded not guilty to ordering the 2009 shooting murder of his former business partner Michael McGurk.

Medich case: Star witness lied, cellmate tells court

Kate McClymont
1 hr ago

The ''poor'' pitch before the first Test at Pune.

It's official - but was Pune's really that poor a pitch?

Greg Baum

Bride

If you choose to give up your name, expect questions

Clementine Ford

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A supplied screen-grab from a video footage obtained Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2017 of Australian Federal Police arrest a man at ...

NSW sparkie accused of designing missiles learnt DIY on YouTube

1 hr ago

'Shadow of former self': Judge retraces steps taken 22 years ago

Ad firm staffer 'built guns inside Sydney apartment'

45 mins ago

Opal card.

$28 million a week: How Opal fare hikes help boost revenue

Ian Wilson had a seven-month battle with his insurance provider.

'They hide behind the jargon': Why Ian's insurance claim was refused

Residents say complete repairs could be more than one month away.

'It looks like the circus is in town': Sydney suburb still covered in tarps

Dr David Carr, pictured with Jessica Rowe, has denied claims he harassed employees.

Sydney dentist to the stars accused of sexually harassing staff

Chamari Liyanage killed Mr Athukorala by beating him with a mallet as he slept after suffering years of abuse.

Doctor who killed abusive husband walks out of Geraldton jail

WA

Baby-faced underworld figure Rocco Arico will almost certainly appeal his latest convictions.

Judge likens underworld boss' demand to hit TV mob show The Sopranos

VIC

Forced relocation: Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby.

Public servants forced to work at Maccas

ACT

All seven people inside escaped as fire engulfed the Alexandra Hills home.

Fire leaves family homeless for second time in four months

QLD

Treasurer Scott Morrison says it is not clear what position he will take over the extra revenue.

Budget battle as Treasurer won't commit to saving mining windfall

Peter Martin
1 hr ago

What Malcolm Turnbull needs to do to avoid a penalty rates disaster

ANALYSIS
Michael Gordon

Morrison, Treasury 'don't know' about penalty-rate job effect

Michael Koziol

Emergency services are battling 50 fires across New South Wales as officials fear temperatures could hit 48 degrees in ...

Spy agency forced to operate on diesel generators during heatwave

This hilarious video may be the worst government ad ever?

"It doesn't create one job': Treasurer Scott Morrison doesn't see section 18c as a priority for the government.

'It doesn't create one job': Ministers warn against 18c fight

Treasurer Scott Morrison addresses the media during a press conference at Parliament House in Canberra on Wednesday 1 ...

Liberal MP cries in Parliament amid fierce penalty rates attack

Live

Vietnamese murder suspect Doan Thi Huong, second from right, is escorted by police officers out of Sepang court in ...

Two women charged with murder of Kim Jong-nam in Malaysia

Lindsay Murdoch

Firebrand anti-Islam lawmaker Geert Wilders.

Dutch vote for Wilders is about immigrants - and robots

The Fulton County Sheriff's Office booking photo for Doris Payne after her arrest in October 2015, after police say she ...

Octogenarian who stole millions in jewellery 'too sick for trial'

Mount Etna, Europe's most active volcano, spews lava during an eruption, near the Sicilian town of Catania, southern ...

Mount Etna's bright lava lights up Sicilian sky

Donald Trump's speech to the joint session of Congress was easily his most presidential to date

Trump gives allies whiplash with mixed messages

COMMENT
Nick O'Malley
32 mins ago

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The simple fix to make high-earning investors pay $240m more tax

COMMENT
Peter Martin

Malcolm Turnbull responded with platitudes about how this is about "getting the balance right:.

The l0se-lose battle the government should never have started

COMMENT
Andrew P Street

7-Eleven

'Appalled': New laws crack down on exploitation in big retail chains

Nick Toscano

Donald Trump addresses a joint session of Congress: Fund managers and economists said the risk of a correction to Wall ...

Fundies say lack of detail in Trump speech raises correction risks

Myriam Robin
1 hr ago

High property prices in Sydney are not deterring the world's ultra-rich.

Ultra-rich set their sights on Sydney, Melbourne property

Carolyn Cummins

Apprehension: Caltex's crackdown has spooked franchisees, who fear they may lose their stores.

'We're struggling,' say enraged Caltex franchisees

Mario Christodoulou

Push for company tax cuts as CEOs get big pay is 'hollow'

Nassim Khadem

Barangaroo suddenly not such a 'VIP-restricted gaming facility'

COMMENT
Michael Pascoe

ASX slips for fifth straight session

Jessica Sier

James Packer's Crown eyes fire sale of yacht, jets and Ellerston

Colin Kruger, CBD

The exterior of La Fabrica.

Derelict cement factory transformed into own personal castle

This art deco block of eight apartments was bought by fund manager Will Vicars for $11.6 million.

Mystery buyer revealed for $11.6 million Bondi apartment block

Young gun Daniel Walsh has added eight properties to his portfolio in the past six years.

The young train driver with $3 million worth of property

Randwick, in Sydney's east, has been named as the top suburb to attract global wealth this year.

Randwick among world's most appealing spots for rich buyers

Cheap residential land is still available in Australia, but you might have to travel for it.

Where to buy land in Australia for 18 cents a square metre

One option: Instead of buying a Mercedes SL 140 Cabriolet, rent one and drive it along the Mediterranean coast.

Mindblowing experiences to blow your money on (and not regret it)

Luxury

Harrolds' new Melbourne flagship is now the largest independent retail store in the country.

This super-luxury store is taking underground fashion to a new level

Men's Style

The Commonwealth Bank was one of the only stocks in the Mums and Dads Index to deliver an outstanding result.

Results season a damp squib for small investors

John Collett

Credit cards have higher annual fees than in the past.

5 credit card clawbacks that hit money model citizens

Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon

'Surprised we're still working together': Tom Sanceau and Bonnie Shearston remain business partners despite their ...

Why you shouldn't go into business with your sweetheart

Katherine Feeney

The Moody Space Centre is in the process of securing its Australian launch licence.

Australia's first rocket launcher prepares for lift-off

Alexandra Cain

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Brothers for Life figures found guilty of murder

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Simon makes some pancakes

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Reaper Drone makes appearance at Avalon

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Ahmed Fahour slams Pauline Hanson

One Nation

Masked revellers parade through the streets, during the carnival in Lucerne, Switzerland,

World of Photos

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Liar. Lover. Con artist - Imposters, new series premiering exclusively on Stan

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The difference between fine and gross motor skills

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Hit the road and escape the city

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Ten activities to aid toddler development

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Laura Kinney (Dafne Keen) has a lot in common with Logan (Hugh Jackman) and they're both good at killing.

Hugh Jackman takes a ton of punishment in Logan: review

Paul Byrnes
4 mins ago

Presenter Warren Beatty shows the envelope with the actual winner for best picture.

The three people at Oscars who weren't shocked by fiasco

Garry Maddox
1 hr ago

Jon Stewart makes a surprise return.

Jon Stewart returns to TV to mock media on 'breakup' with Trump

Rob Moran

Adele impersonator feminem on stage with the real Adele at Domain Stadium.

Adele impersonator steals the show: 'You look better than me'

Brendan Foster

Rumours have been swirling for months that Bachelorette favourite Matty Johnson will be Australia's Bachelor in 2017.

The Bachelor: Matty J whisked to secret location

Broede Carmody

Jimmy Kimmel hosting the 2017 Academy Awards.

Donald Trump accuses Jimmy Kimmel of playing 'race card'

Rob Moran

Author Mem Fox was detained at Los Angeles Airport earlier this month.

'Awful': Children's author Mem Fox on being detained in the US

Broede Carmody

Adele performs at Domain Stadium in Perth.

Adele opens first Australian tour with flawless performance

Heather McNeill

Arts Minister Don Harwin at Carriageworks arts centre.

The $600m man: Why Don's excited about his new arts job

Peter Munro

Peter Phillips and collaborator David Gosden discuss the nuances of performance.

The ghost of Debussy lives in my lounge

Nick Galvin

Margaret Olley in the kitchen of her Paddington home, Sydney, 2007

It's hard to believe she's been gone five years

John McDonald

"Respectful, loving space": Orlando Bloom and Katy Perry at a party in January 2016.

Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom are taking 'space' from each other

Jenna Clarke
1 hr ago

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 23: Emma Watson attends UK launch event for "Beauty And The Beast" at Spencer House on ...

Gloria Steinem defends Emma Watson's activism

Nicole Economos

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has inspired thirst on the internet with photos of himself in his youth.

Photos of a young Justin Trudeau are burning up the internet

Annie Brown

Dev Patel in 'Lion'

Lion is a gift for first- and second-generation Australians

Ruby Hamad

Straight-guy makeovers, anyone?

Why I'm not excited about the return of Queer Eye

COMMENT
Brandon Cook

House Democratic women will be wearing white while President Donald Trump addresses Congress.

Democratic women wore white to troll Trump at Congress

Jenna Clarke

Calvin Klein

This Week We're Obsessed With: Calvin Klein and cooked TV

Communicating with your partner during intimacy is also a strong predictor of orgasm, the study found.

How the 'orgasm gap' can be solved for straight women

Heidi Stevens

Growth and success require change and support helps the process.

Why seeing a psychologist is not just for the mentally ill

Sarah Berry

Mobilise but don't stress about stretching.

Will yoga help you find your stride? For runners, 'flexibility is overrated'

Amanda Loudin

Exercise: It's important for all of us, regardless of our weight.

Exercise to reduce your cancer risk, regardless of your weight

Sarah Berry

Asparagus, pea and buttermilk quiche.

Potato chip tortilla and 25 other tasty quiche and frittata recipes

Sushi doughnuts

Australian Insta-star started the sushi doughnut trend

Snapper fillet with charred lettuce.

Adam Liaw's Snapper schnitzel with easy dill tartare

Stella Pirko and Anthony Meyers have been left devastated after their stillborn baby girl was cremated by mistake.

'How could this happen?' Hospital cremates wrong baby

Helping out at school benefits children and parents.

To parents who don't volunteer: there's one thing you should know

Image via: dax.holt / Facebook

'Dad grows a lot of weed': little girl's hilarious confession

There are certain things that every traveller should do in their 20s.

Parents, look away now: 16 things every traveller will do in their 20s

Ben Groundwater

Both pilots were incapacitated in 1980 comedy film <i>Flying High!</i>, leaving passengers to land the plane.

If your airline pilot dies, here's how you can land the plane yourself

Hugh Morris

Titanic, as seen in the hit movie of the same name.

It's really happening: Construction underway on China's Titanic replica

Soo Kim

The attached Curl contactless system makes payment.

WaveShades lead the wearable wallet trend

Bennett Ring

The Blackberry KEYone, on show at Mobile World Congress this week in Barcelona, offers a physical keyboard and tight ...

Blackberry is back, and so is the keyboard

COMMENT

Susan Wojcicki, CEO of YouTube, introduces the company's new television subscription service.

YouTube unveils live TV service for cord cutters

HTC

The best smartphones under $500

Lifehacker

Netflix's new compression technique means only the most visually complex scenes will require a lot of data to display ...

Netflix on the go will soon use much less data

Volkswagen Coupe Sport GTE concept previews the look of the new Arteon.

VW takes aim at Mercedes, BMW

Stephen Ottley

Mercedes-Benz Vision Tokyo concept

Australian Government: fully self-driving cars "decades away"

David McCowen

2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

Mitsubishi's Eclipse Cross revealed

Andrew MacLean

2017 Alpine A110

Alpine reveals new A110

Andrew MacLean

2017 Haval H6.

China's newest SUV revealed

Dom Tripolone

Hyundai Sonata facelift sketch.

Refreshed Hyundai Sonata teased

Drive Staff

Gambling allegations: West Tigers' Tim Simona is being investigated.

Simona's ex-partner receives death threats over role in NRL investigation

Chris Barrett
1 hr ago

The pitch in Bangalore.

India guarding against Aussie reverse swing threat

Andrew Wu
18 mins ago

Groundbreaking case: James McManus is suing the Newcastle Knights.

The playing field is subject to the laws of the land

Peter FitzSimons

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 01: Mourners attend a public memorial service for Dan Vickerman at the University of Sydney on ...

'Generous with a wicked sense of humour': Vickerman remembered

Tom Decent
1 hr ago

Nick Kyrgios was involved in a confrontation with his opponent in Mexico

Fans say they felt 'threatened' by Kyrgios

EXCLUSIVE
Sam McClure
1 hr ago

Accused: Tim Simona is alleged to have had associates place small bets on his behalf on opponents to score against the ...

Bookies to fight NRL bet bans

Adam Pengilly

Brendan Hamill (right) of Western Sydney Wanderers said the travel demands were too great.

Clubs win long battle with FFA

Dominic Bossi
1 hr ago

Kim Ravaillion is showing outstanding form for the Magpies.

Midcourt mastery key to Super Netball glory

Liz Ellis

Already looking to move back to Australia? Kieran Foran.

Foran already looking for a move? Please say it isn't so

COMMENT
Phil Gould

"This isn't the first and it won't be the last": Former Newcastle Knights coach Wayne Bennett.

There have been confidential payouts, claims Bennett

Phil Lutton and Chris Barrett
1 hr ago

Turned loose: Bulldogs playmakers Moses Mbye and Josh Reynolds.

Mbye, Reynolds relish licence to run

Adam Pengilly

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