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Teacher Simon Phillips remains suspended after being charged with 13 counts of indecent assault relating to four ...

Footage of accused sex teacher shown during formal

EXCLUSIVE
Dan Proudman

fedpol - December 16: PM Malcom Turnbull with John Alexander Liberal candidate for Bennelong at Ryde-Eastwood Leagues ...

'Extraordinary moment' heralds renaissance for Turnbull

LOL Surprise dolls, which are one of the most popular Christmas gifts for children this year.

The 'unboxing' craze wrecking every parent's Christmas budget

Isobel experienced hair loss, anxiety, and severe abdominal pain.

'Feel like I've lost a year of my life': Doctors ignored Isobel's pleas

A man has been shot and killed at Villawood.

Man dies after being shot multiple times in Sydney

Rachel Abrams

Google thinks I'm dead. Here's what it takes to correct the record

The global epidemic happening here that no one is talking about

A friend sent prophetic text before he died. He almost got it right

COMMENT
Imre Salusinszky

Man found guilty of luring Sydney schoolgirl to US through Facebook

Car parks are location of 55 per cent of Christmas sobbing fits

Australia holds up Turnbull-Obama deal as refugees arrive

Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull and Liberal candidate John Alexander following the victory.

John Alexander's bizarre joke mars Bennelong victory speech

Jacob Saulwick
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Feeling you have to move as one, like a cloud of hornets, is not conducive to relaxation.

Why I will never holiday with friends again

It's unclear whether current margins for supermarkets are about right or have further to fall as foreign chains such as ...

'All out war': Crowds flocked for a discount - a frenzy ensued

Backlash: Matt Damon's comments on sexual misconduct have sparked outrage.

Matt Damon slammed over sexual harassment comments

Relentless: Marsh and Smith virtually assured the tourists could not win the Ashes.

Urn within reach after Smith and Marsh demoralise England

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Bennelong win a 'renaissance' for PM

Neil Perry's beef bourguignonne.

The recipes we couldn't get enough of this year

FILE - In this April 29, 2011 file photo Britain's Prince William and Prince Harry arrive at the the Westminster Abbey ...

Prince Harry's best man is double-booked for the big day

Car parks are notorious for collisions, particularly at this time of year.

In tears with Christmas shopping, I wept in the Westfield carpark

Last piece of the puzzle: Barangaroo House.

It's here: Final piece of Barangaroo dining puzzle opens

EXCLUSIVE

Tropical storm Kai-tak floods central Philippines

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Fetus, transgender, diversity: US health body ...

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Investigation into 'suspicious' deaths of ...

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Emmanuelle Mattana, 16, crammed for HSC in between her scenes as Marnie in the series Mustangs.

Emmanuelle spent 12 hours a day acting. Then she blitzed the HSC

New floral tribute in Martin Place honours Lindt siege victims

Toddler hurt in alleged random pram attack in city

Jodie Fesus was found partially buried in a shallow grave at Gerroa in 1997.

'I'll protect her': Promise to bride's father brutally broken

Police are investigating the series of single vehicle accidents.

Four fatalities on NSW roads less than 24 hours

One of the graphic police images depicting then senior constable Daniel Poole's injuries.

'I thought I was going to die': cop so savagely bashed he had to retire

Surging demand is putting immense pressure on Sydney's rail network.

There's a reason why Sydney trains are overcrowded

Ambulances attended the scene.

Two dead, 17 injured after balcony collapse in Melbourne

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10 mins ago

Cassandra Sainsbury.

Cassie Sainsbury set to marry in 'lavish' prison ceremony

Rachel Olding

Hospitality workers experienced no change to their hours.

Cutting penalty rates has failed to stimulate jobs, survey shows

EXCLUSIVE

An inquiry will probe the government's multibillion dollar spending on contracts.

Inquiry to probe $47 billion government contract spend

Mayo Hardware chief Sarah Mayo paid $20 million for this Point Piper waterfront home.

Sydney's top 20 trophy homes sales in 2017

Lucy Macken

Photo by Houseology

A non-cheesy approach to decorating your home for Christmas

A two-bedroom apartment at 1/458 Maroubra Road, Maroubra, passed in at $1.28 million at auction on Saturday.

'It might get worse': Beachfront unit fails to sell in slowing market

ASX chief executive Dominic Stevens was appointed in August last year.

ASX chief spends $21 million on Bellevue Hill trophy home

Lucy Macken

Strange pairings create a look that's strangely appealing in new floral trend, Freakebana.

The 'ugly' floral arrangement taking the internet by storm

Australia's Steve Smith celebrates after scoring a century during the third day of their Ashes cricket test match ...

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Australia's Steve Smith celebrates after scoring a century during the third day of their Ashes cricket test match ...

Steve Smith raises the bar with epic match-turning ton

ANALYSIS
Malcolm Knox

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - September 5, 2017: SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - SMH NEWS: 050917: Shoppers and commuters stroll through Pitt ...

Shopping for data: What you leave behind at the shops

Garreth Hanley

Tony Abbott

A rose by any other name: Twitter calls it

COMMENT
Peter FitzSimons

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John Alexander with PM Malcom Turnbull at Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club.

John Alexander wins a 'renaissance' for PM's leadership

James Massola

As it happened: Bennelong results and coverage

Stephanie Peatling

Controversial Abbott-era climate fund will survive climate review

EXCLUSIVE
Nicole Hasham

A Manus demonstration hosted by Refugee Action Coalition Sydney and GetUp! in First Fleet Park, Circular Quay on November 26.

First 30 Central American refugees arrive in Australia after fleeing gang violence

James Massola

Nationals Senator Bridget McKenzie from the Parliamentary friends of shooting group, at the Canberra International Clay ...

Nationals deputy charged taxpayers to attend shooting awards

Adam Gartrell

Supporters of same-sex marriage pose for photographers with the rainbow flag during a rally on the front lawn of Parliament.

Gay marriage paves way for couples to be recognised

Tara Hayes

Liberal candidate John Alexander with Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull.

The end of PM Turnbull, or start of something new?

ANALYSIS
Mark Kenny

Gary Robert Knowles.

Australian arrested on drugs charges in Cambodia

Lindsay Murdoch

Mexico's President Enrique Pena Nieto

Mexico strengthens military's role in drug war, outraging critics

President Donald Trump sits with FBI Director Christopher Wray during the FBI National Academy graduation ceremony in ...

Donald Trump lashes out at FBI role in Russia probe

Traffic flows past a billboard with a portrait of Emmerson Mnangagwa the new A billboard heralding Zimbabwean President ...

Weeks after Mugabe's fall, the army remains in power in Zimbabwe

BUSINESS AFR 060222 PHOTO BY ROB HOMER --- businessmen in a boardroom --- generic business , meeting , industry , salary ...

Are Australia's business lobby groups past their peak?

Ruth Williams

The picket line at the Port of Melbourne this week.

Twenty-two tonnes of Oreo cookies and a new war at the docks

Nick Toscano

No conviction: CBA fraudster's gobsmacking sentence

Adele Ferguson

Electricity transmission and distribution is among eight industries characterised by 'natural monopoly'.

'Super-normal' the new normal? How big business cuts profit pie

Ross Gittins

There's five rules in the business of buying influence

COMMENT
Michael Pascoe

Fine dining to fun dining: Barangaroo welcomes Matt Moran

EXCLUSIVE
Carolyn Cummins

Hawkins a model of hope at miserable Myer

Michael Pascoe

CBA hits back, points to $20k cash deposit limits

Clancy Yeates

A combination of factors is drawing people to cities like Sydney.

The powerhouse industries driving growth in Sydney

COMMENT
Matt Wade

Same-sex marriage supporters celebrate the Yes vote at Taylor Square on November 15. It was a victory for all ...

A year of courage and raw storytelling draws to a close

COMMENT
Jessica Irvine

Tony Abbott

Twitter stoushes, stadium madness and a great Australian story

COMMENT
Peter FitzSimons

Think outside the wine box this Christmas.

Festive spirits: 18 of the best boozy gift ideas for a merry Christmas

Fine Drinks
James Atkinson

Timothée Chalamet in Call Me By Your Name.

If you only see one movie this summer, make it this one

Culture

Consumer electronics such as Apple watches are popular targets for theft.

Insurers reveal items most often reported stolen

Siobhan Ryan

Sometimes a holiday is essential for your mental health – but it doesn't have to be an expensive one.

Is going into debt for a holiday ever a good idea?

Megan Blandford

Keith Alexander invented the Springfree trampoline that eliminated impact areas that can cause injuries.

'No regrets' for inventor of Springfree trampoline

Cara Waters

For many of us, Christmas is our favourite time of year.

'Tis the season … for shame and guilt?

COMMENT
James Adonis

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Transgender woman crashes Bernardi Bennelong presser

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Fatal Sydney car crash caught

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History made with first same sex marriage

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Teen missing off Port Macquarie beach

Liberal candidate for Bennelong, John Alexander and Labor candidate for Bennelong, Kristina Keneally, at the Epping ...

The Battle for Bennelong

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New country, new cops, still… No Activity - Stan Original series now streaming only on Stan.

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The brand new season of Stan Original series #WolfCreek - December 15 only on Stan.

How to multi-task like a boss

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Why Canada is a must-visit in 2018

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35 never fail road trip tips to keeps kids happy

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‘‘For a woman my age, the idea that this is happening is astonishing,'' says Fran Lebowitz of the sex scandal engulfing ...

We thought there was no such thing as too much sex: Lebowitz

Andrew Purcell

Laura Dern as Vice Admiral Holdo in Star Wars: The Last Jedi.

Laura Dern strikes back in Star Wars: The Last Jedi

Emily Cronin

Your next US president, Dwayne Johnson?

The Rock says he might just run for President

Alison Xiao

What does the Disney-Fox deal mean for you?

Karl Quinn

A thing of beauty? Or a piece of sleepwear that should never leave the house?

Too Ugg-ly for public consumption?

Kerrie O'Brien

Destiny's Child members Beyonce Knowles, Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams in 2005.

Destiny's Child reunion? Fans pine for Coachella 2018 performance

Broede Carmody

Dustin Hoffman at the premiere of The Meyerowitz Stories in London in October.

Hoffman accused of 'exposing himself' to 16-year-old girl

Broede Carmody

Kevin Spacey has been dropped from House Of Cards over sexual misconduct allegations.

How to avoid TV or films by Hollywood's accused

Maya Salam

Jenny Hadlow with the precious veil and pictures of some of the brides who have worn it down the years.

One veil, 27 brides and a unique family history

Ann Ding

Designer Dan Potra.

Why there will be snow over Sydney Harbour in March

Ann Ding

Richard Cilli's Carte Blanche had some striking moments.

The future for contemporary dance is in safe hands

Jill Sykes

Margot Robbie as Tonya Harding in a scene from I, Tonya.

I, Margot, the new queen of Hollywood

Andrew Hornery

We're drinking differently, DrinkWise report says.

Is 'Winefulness' the secret to festive cheer?

Jo Carnegie

Amal and George Clooney decided on "normal" names for their kids.

George and Amal sent a note to passengers on flight

Natalie Reilly

"It’s easy to get carried away at Christmas, particularly when you have children."

Clementine Ford's Christmas gift guide for kids

I'm so thankful I'm here and can hold my little boys.

After childbirth, strep infection nearly killed me

Erin Killian

Serena Williams wore two dresses to her wedding.

The celebrity wedding trend setting an unattainable ideal

COMMENT
Melissa Singer

Jennifer Lawrence at the annual Women in Hollywood Elle Awards.

Why actresses will wear black at Golden Globe Awards

COMMENT
Natalie Reilly

Kim Kardashian is calling for models of all ages.

Kim Kardashian hopes to fight ageism with new campaign

Ali Moore

There's plenty to love about Lisbon, Portugal.

The 18 best destinations of the year named

A woman poses for a selfie in front of the carcass of a humpback whale on Ipanema beach, in Rio de Janeiro.

Traveller letters: Selfie-taking tourists are disrespectful show-offs

The Byron Bay Railroad Company train.

World's first solar-powered railway launches in Byron Bay

Julietta Jameson

Instagram @serenawilliams

'Is it weird that I get emotional?': Serena Williams on breastfeeding

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5 things I swore I'd never do as a mum

Photo: Vegemite

'Brace yourselves Australia': Vegemite icy poles polarise the internet

Barangaroo house, the new restaurant opened by Solotel and Matt Moran.

A user guide to Matt Moran's House of hot chips and caviar

Hellenic Republic's signature Cypriot grain salad.

The humble grain salad that became Australia's favourite recipe

Neil Perry's beef bourguignonne.

Retro revival: The top 10 most Googled recipes of 2017

Still from the Nintendo Switch game THE LEGEND OF ZELDA: BREATH OF THE WILD

Looking back at the 15 best games of 2017

Tim Biggs

Waiting times to order the flagship smartphone in the US, Apple's biggest market, have shortened to a few days from five ...

Apple shoppers go cold on the iPhone X

The Eta Carinae Nebula, Dr Wolf's favourite item in the southern sky. It includes a star that was one of the brightest ...

Interactive atlas allows us to explore universe in amazing detail

Andy Sum

Why did the Crossy Road dev do a horror game?

Kotaku

NBN customer complaints about being short-changed on speed have resulted in refunds.

Cheap NBN deals: will they be worth it?

The Ford Everest is a capable companion off-road.

Great drives: Exploring Tasmania in the Ford Everest

David McCowen

2011 Holden Barina Spark

Is buying a used Holden Barina Spark a good idea?

David Morley

2017 Peugeot 3008.

Is this Australia's most underrated SUV?

Stephen Ottley

Hyundai's Sonata is a compelling medium-sized sedan.

2017 Hyundai Sonata Premium she says, he says review

David McCowen

Jaguar i-Pace.

The most anticipated cars of 2018 revealed

Drive staff

2018 BMW X1.

Cheaper BMW X1 revealed

Dom Tripolone

Relentless: Marsh and Smith virtually assured the tourists could not win the Ashes.

Urn within reach after Smith and Marsh demoralise England

Andrew Wu

"It wasn't clear whether some players wanted to be there or they didn't": Ivan Cleary.

Growing a new culture: How Cleary got Tigers 'on the bus'

Adrian Proszenko

Australia's Steve Smith celebrates after scoring a century during the third day of their Ashes cricket test match ...

England get Smithied: Skipper's sublime knock the best of career

ANALYSIS
Malcolm Knox

The Marches.

'Best day of my life': Geoff's joy at new member of Marsh ton club

Chris Barrett

Not happy: Paul Okon speaks with the fourth official to get some clarity around the decisions.

Scrap the video ref – it's killing football for fans, warns Okon

Dominic Bossi

Drought over: Brendon Santalab reacts after Alvaro Cejudo scores against the Mariners.

Santa delivers Gombau a special win but VAR spoils the mood

Dominic Bossi

Stars and stripes: The USA team lines up before taking on Fiji during the recent World Cup.

NRL just years away from realising American dream, says John Grant

Adrian Proszenko

''I plan on walking out with my belt'': Luke Rockhold.

Rockhold ready to play the villain against Aussie champ

Matt Bungard

Sweet vindication: Mitchell Marsh roars with delight after posting his breakthrough Test ton.

If not for the crowd, Marsh's roar might have been heard across WA

Chris Barrett

Sensational claim: Sobers Joban has triggered an urgent International Cricket Council investigation.

Alleged fixer known by cricket chiefs for two years

Chris Barrett

Ashleigh Gardner, left, became just the second Indigenous woman to play cricket for her country and the first in 59 ...

The Tonk: Numbers up for CA's Indigenous teams milestones

Andrew Wu, Chris Barrett

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