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Man finds hidden treasures under mansion after reading old newspaper article

Man finds hidden treasures under mansion after reading old newspaper article

Adrian Howie was researching an historic mansion his grandparents built when he discovered what was buried below it.

  • by Krystyna Pollard

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Thousands swim in untreated sewage in Sydney's east

Thousands swim in untreated sewage in Sydney's east

'Critical' risks for swimmers and divers in contact with wastewater from Sydney's last three untreated discharge points.

  • by Peter Hannam
Another patient of eastern suburbs surgeon dies

Another patient of eastern suburbs surgeon dies

Pouya wanted to be a pilot and turned to crowd funding to raise the money for a routine procedure for sinus problems.

  • by Kate McClymont
PM's staffer loses job after 'cheating' boyfriend posts

PM's staffer loses job after 'cheating' boyfriend posts

The media adviser to the PM shared screenshots of text messages of boyfriend, NSW minister Matt Kean.

  • by Fergus Hunter and Alexandra Smith
Gina Rinehart's children join billionaires' club

Gina Rinehart's children join billionaires' club

Gina Rinehart's four children have joined their mining mogul mum among the world's richest people.

Museum staff 'in the presence of white powder' after party

Museum staff 'in the presence of white powder' after party

Minister demands report into allegations Powerhouse Museum execs participated in a night of revelry after a fundraiser.

  • by Linda Morris
Trump tariffs could trigger 'big shock' for world economy

Trump tariffs could trigger 'big shock' for world economy

Retaliation by other countries to Trump’s tariff plan could create a “very big shock” to the world economy, the RBA warns.

  • by Clancy Yeates
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Bananas in plastic packaging, now let's unpack that

Pre-packed bananas are the perfect symbol of our warped attitude to waste.

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    If governments don't get this message they'll be tossed out

    The economy is moulded to serve the interests of the many, not the few, but it can easily run off the track.

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      Is getting a degree worth it if you want to start a business?

      There’s lots of talk about whether, in these fast-paced times, it’s worth getting a degree when you could be already working at the coal face.

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        Review finds political interference compromised complaint against Joyce

        The conduct of Nationals MPs lead to a complainant's identity being exposed and the embattled deputy prime minister denied a fair hearing.

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        CBA to refund $16m to 140,000 customers, scraps insurance products

        CBA to refund $16m to 140,000 customers, scraps insurance products

        The Commonwealth Bank is refunding $16 million to 140,000 customers, some of whom were sold insurance despite the fact that they were not eligible to claim. 

        • by Clancy Yeates

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        How to spot a designer fake

        How to spot a designer fake

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        Top route: Virgin takes on Qantas and Cathay in new flight war

        Top route: Virgin takes on Qantas and Cathay in new flight war

        The carrier is edging its way into the route which has been a cosy two-horse race.

        • by David Flynn
        Amazon Echo Dot: Fine for spoken word, but not bass-heavy songs.

        Amazon Echo Dot v Google Home Mini: which is best for you?

        Which tiny speaker is best to put a smart assistant in your house?

        • by Adam Turner

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        Wayne Bennett defiant as he defends Matt Lodge's right to return to NRL

        Wayne Bennett defiant as he defends Matt Lodge's right to return to NRL

        Coach has made no apologies for the handling of Lodge's signing, insisting the controversial prop has earned the chance to make amends for his violent past.

        • by Phil Lutton
        Australian women win one-day match by more than 300 runs

        Australian women win one-day match by more than 300 runs

        Beth Mooney smacked 115 as Australia posted a staggering 321-run win in their first warm-up match in India.

        • by James Buckley

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