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Prominent Sydney surgeon sued for negligence after 'consultation in strip club'

Prominent Sydney surgeon sued for negligence after 'consultation in strip club'

"That nose job literally destroyed my life," said the former table top dancer, who is suing ENT specialist Dr William Mooney over her surgery.

  • by Kate McClymont

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Sydney may have moved past its 'peak rate of decline'

Sydney may have moved past its 'peak rate of decline'

Home prices across Australia's major cities slipped for a sixth-straight month in March.

Beaten, abused, humiliated -  and filmed by police
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Victoria Police

Beaten, abused, humiliated -  and filmed by police

John’s psychologist was worried about his health. She asked police to check on him. CCTV footage shows they did much more.

  • by Nick McKenzie
What happens when you hide Facebook from your phone

What happens when you hide Facebook from your phone

It’s not just the super-condensed nastiness of social media that leaves me feeling like garbage after using it.

  • by John Birmingham
Australia's united response puts the US and UK to shame
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Russia

Australia's united response puts the US and UK to shame

When Kevin Rudd as PM phoned Vladimir Putin to apologise, the Russian leader's response was a big belly laugh.

  • by Peter Hartcher
Stop calling us Millennials selfish: we want what you had
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Childcare

Stop calling us Millennials selfish: we want what you had

There is nothing selfish about wanting to own a two-bedroom home and be in a stable career before you have children.

  • by Anna Hart
Police accused of brutality not immediately stood down

Police accused of brutality not immediately stood down

Police respond to footage that shows officers dragging a disability pensioner into yard and hosing and abusing him.

  • by Daniella Miletic and Tom Cowie
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Westies being asked to fix problems not of their making

The forgotten western suburbs of Sydney are being touted as the site that might save the city from itself.

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    Clock is ticking for Bunnings UK as Wesfarmers' chief sharpens the axe

    Wesfarmers' chief Rob Scott is up against the clock. In nine weeks a decision is due on the future of Bunnings UK and Ireland.

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      Elizabeth Knight

      The numbers still don't stack up on stadium plan

      Problem for the government is that the "business case" doesn’t even come close to justifying the action it wants to take.

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        Sydney, Melbourne property prices continue to slide

        Sydney, Melbourne property prices continue to slide

        Home prices across Australia's major cities slipped again, but there may be a silver lining for Sydney property owners.

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        'Who cares?': Kyle and Jackie O defend Intern Pete

        'Who cares?': Kyle and Jackie O defend Intern Pete

        Kyle Sandilands has defended a team member's tone-deaf cricket stunt despite fierce backlash from the sporting community and fellow broadcasters.

        • by Broede Carmody
        Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson opens up about depression

        Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson opens up about depression

        Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson is speaking publicly about his and his family's struggles with depression.

        • by Elahe Izadi

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        The short cut to being a better runner (without getting injured)

        The short cut to being a better runner (without getting injured)

        A simple tweak to your technique can make you faster, and less prone to injury.

        • by Laura Hill
        7 non-negotiable rules of the playground every parent should follow

        7 non-negotiable rules of the playground every parent should follow

        Don't let the hectic atmosphere for the playground fool you - there are still rules to follow.

        • by Laurel Niedospial

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        Warner's lawyers seek transcripts ahead of  possible hearing to fight ban

        Warner's lawyers seek transcripts ahead of  possible hearing to fight ban

        The sacked vice-captain's legal team has asked for full details from the interviews conducted in Cricket Australia's internal inquiry. 

        • by Chris Barrett
        Day hopes new irons can help the nation recover from ball tampering crisis

        Day hopes new irons can help the nation recover from ball tampering crisis

        Jason Day has made a major change on the eve of the US Masters - and now he hopes to change the mood of a country after cricket's ball tampering saga.

        • by Adam Pengilly

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