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David Warner at heart of ball-tampering scandal

David Warner at heart of ball-tampering scandal

The deposed vice-captain has emerged as a central character in the crisis as he and Steve Smith face "stretch of time" out of the Australian team.

  • by Chris Barrett

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He's stuffed up, but spare me the hysterical overreaction

He's stuffed up, but spare me the hysterical overreaction

The outrage since Smith’s post-match confession exposes the hypocrisy of commentators who should know better.

  • by Andrew Webster
Homeowners find properties in path of rail, road projects

Homeowners find properties in path of rail, road projects

The owners of 400 homes and a further 640 rural properties in western Sydney have discovered they could be acquired.

  • by Matt O'Sullivan
'Have a look, boys. They're using something'

'Have a look, boys. They're using something'

A former South African bowler claims he tipped off cameramen after suspecting Australia were engaging in foul play.

  • by Daniel Cherny
Hemmes was two days late with rent and faced eviction
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Hemmes was two days late with rent and faced eviction

A merchant banker who was out of pocket by $85.74 immediately set in train a plan to evict his famous tenant.

  • by Kate McClymont
MacBank plans for towers at Martin Place clear hurdle

MacBank plans for towers at Martin Place clear hurdle

Two towers up to 40 storeys high will be built above a new metro train station planned for the financial strip.

  • by Matt O'Sullivan
Woolies board was divided on pokies scandal response

Woolies board was divided on pokies scandal response

Members initially disagreed on having an independent probe into allegations about staff spying on vulnerable gamblers.  

  • by Nick Toscano
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Arrogance rewarded has just led to more arrogance

The fall from grace – for Steve Smith, for Australian cricket – will take some time to sink in.

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    Malcolm Knox

    Hey Candy Crusher, your backpack doesn't need a seat

    It’s easy to tell if someone wants to sit down: they’re looking at you with the hungry-eyed stare of someone who has not sat down for a week.

    Clem Bastow
      Clem Bastow

      We have a bad case of misdirected compassion

      The Senate’s passing of the Orwellian Welfare "Reform" Bill will, in its first year, add to homelessness by cutting off payments to more than 80,000 people.

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        Ross Gittins
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        Let Australians die as they want to, says Productivity Commission

        Let Australians die as they want to, says Productivity Commission

        Tens of thousands of terminally ill Australians are dying in hospitals when they would rather be dying at home, a Productivity Commission inquiry has found.

        • by Peter Martin

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        Cricket Australia needs a better second innings on TV rights

        Cricket Australia needs a better second innings on TV rights

        Cricket Australia boss James Sutherland is trying to claw back a significant shortfall from first round bids.

        • by Jennifer Duke

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        Claiming solar panels on a rented property
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        • by Max Newnham
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        Bizarre 'girlfriend' scandal ends Brett's time on Bachelor in Paradise
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        Bizarre 'girlfriend' scandal ends Brett's time on Bachelor in Paradise

        There it is, one of the occupational hazards of inviting a bunch of ex-reality TV contestants for another go 'round the national D-list fame wheel.

        • by Rob Moran
        Edward Norton devastated by NYC firefighter death at movie location

        Edward Norton devastated by NYC firefighter death at movie location

        Edward Norton has praised the selfless courage of a New York City firefighter who died in the building where Norton had been directing his latest movie.

        • by Aja Styles

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        Aussies given an extension to apply for a British pension

        Aussies given an extension to apply for a British pension

        Worked in the UK? You might be able to top up your National Insurance contributions.

        • by Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon
        The case for fixed wireless over waiting for the NBN

        The case for fixed wireless over waiting for the NBN

        With many in metropolitan areas facing an unclear NBN timetable, providers of fixed wireless are moving in.

        • by Peter Wells

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        Lehmann in the firing line as CA seeks to rebuild shattered team image

        Lehmann in the firing line as CA seeks to rebuild shattered team image

        Cricket Australia is prepared for the national side to lose matches to clean up the mess left by the revelations of cheating in South Africa.

        • by Chris Barrett
        David Warner at heart of ball-tampering scandal

        David Warner at heart of ball-tampering scandal

        The deposed vice-captain has emerged as the central character in the crisis as he and Steve Smith face "a stretch of time" out of the Australian team.

        • by Chris Barrett

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