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'I don't know why I survived. Everybody who died had their own reasons to live'

'I don't know why I survived. Everybody who died had their own reasons to live'

Cynthia Banham survived a plane crash that killed 21 others, but lost her legs in the process - along with life as she knew it. Her determination since is stunning.

  • by Jane Cadzow

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Labor's tax plan lays bare the hypocrisy of Canberra
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Labor's tax plan lays bare the hypocrisy of Canberra

Every time one side of politics looks for savings, the other bays for blood.

  • by David Crowe
Voter revolt on stadiums poses threat to Premier
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Voter revolt on stadiums poses threat to Premier

More than half of voters oppose Berejiklian's $2.5b plans to demolish and rebuild two Sydney stadiums.

  • by Alexandra Smith
Stormy to tell of 'physical threats' over Trump affair

Stormy to tell of 'physical threats' over Trump affair

The porn star was reportedly physically threatened and warned to remain silent about her relationship with Trump.

Indonesia to confront Rohingya crisis at ASEAN

Indonesia to confront Rohingya crisis at ASEAN

Turnbull won't commit to raising the issue of the Rohingya crisis at the ASEAN leaders this weekend, but Indonesia will.

  • by Peter Hartcher and James Massola
The end of the price war between Coles and Woolies?

The end of the price war between Coles and Woolies?

It's unlikely that Coles and Woolies would return to the damaging price war that kicked off in 2011, an analyst says.

  • by Patrick Hatch
Almost half of Sydney homes fail to sell at auction

Almost half of Sydney homes fail to sell at auction

Sydney’s property market is only “just keeping its head above water”.

  • by Tawar Razaghi
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Beattie's Cronulla gaffe highlights fans' fears about new ARLC chief

How can someone who honestly doesn’t have a bloody clue retain the confidence of the league community that he can steer a course through the big issues?

Malcolm Knox
    Malcolm Knox

    We're treating our most vulnerable worse than dogs

    We must do more to address mental illness, addiction and domestic violence at the same time as tackling the huge issue of homelessness – cause and effect.

    Wendy Squires

      The road to serfdom is paved with CEO bonuses

      You know those guys who seem to be nearly unembarrassed by the banking inquiry? They have got a good thing going. 

      Jenna Price
        Jenna Price
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        X-man or ex-man? Xenophon on the precipice with all-or-nothing gamble

        X-man or ex-man? Xenophon on the precipice with all-or-nothing gamble

        For an anti-gambling guy, Nick Xenophon made a large and risky bet on re-entering SA politics. But as the campaign ended, his juggernaut appeared to be slowing.

        • by Mark Kenny National affairs editor
        Australia looks to ride on the back of Asia boom
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        Australia looks to ride on the back of Asia boom

        • by David Crowe and Nick O'Malley

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        Trade wars: a group exercise in self-destruction

        With The Donald now busy playing poker with Little Rocket Man, the threat of a trade war has receded. Good. Gives us time to get our thinking straight before the threat returns.

        • by Ross Gittins

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        Why I gave up sex in 2018

        Why I gave up sex in 2018

        • by Victoria Zerbst
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        The best new brews to celebrate St Patrick's Day

        The best new brews to celebrate St Patrick's Day

        Toast the Irish holiday with a tasty new take on a classic favourite.

        • by James Atkinson
        Frantics review: letting the fur fly, with friends

        Frantics review: letting the fur fly, with friends

        PlayStation's latest PlayLink game is like Mario Party, but with goofy animals and backstabbing.

        • by Tim Biggs

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        Broncos defy critics to stun Cowboys in yet another thrilling derby

        Broncos defy critics to stun Cowboys in yet another thrilling derby

        It took some last-ditch defence - by the goalpost - to halt North Queensland but the Broncos have won their first game of the season.

        • by Phil Lutton
        How rebel Rabada became destined for greatness

        How rebel Rabada became destined for greatness

        The South African fast bowler, who is appealing his suspension from the rest of the series against Australia, is very much his own man - and always has been.

        • by Chris Barrett

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