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Scientists scratch heads as 'little slice of tropics' turns up on Sydney's beaches

Scientists scratch heads as 'little slice of tropics' turns up on Sydney's beaches

Tropical corals have been found further south than ever before - and so are many other species.

  • by Peter Hannam

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Most upsetting aspect of the Dogs’ Mad Monday madness
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Bulldogs

Most upsetting aspect of the Dogs’ Mad Monday madness

Of course, the outrage about the shenanigans is misplaced. But the club could've stopped it from happening.

  • by Andrew Webster
'Nearly 100 years on, this sentiment is just as relevant'

'Nearly 100 years on, this sentiment is just as relevant'

In a rare public intervention on a social issue, RBA boss gave a speech that recited the microtext on new $50 note.

  • by Eryk Bagshaw
Typhoon's monster waves make landfall in Japan

Typhoon's monster waves make landfall in Japan

At least six people dead as 'strongest cyclone to hit in 25 years' paralysed second-largest population centre.

  • by Sophie Jackman
Au pair leaks: Ex-Border Force boss distances himself
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Au pair leaks: Ex-Border Force boss distances himself

It has sparked speculation that Mr Quaedvlieg is a source of information about the au pair cases.

  • by David Wroe & Michael Koziol
Meet our own Cinderella man, who kept on believing

Meet our own Cinderella man, who kept on believing

The 29-year-old could have given up many times. But he fought through pain to produce a tennis upset for the ages.

  • by Phil Lutton
The next sharemarket crash is coming. Here's what to do

The next sharemarket crash is coming. Here's what to do

My humble advice remains the same as always - don’t bother trying to predict the top of the market, wait for it. 

  • by Marcus Padley
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Party over pragmatism: Gladys Berejiklian's big test

When the Premier refused to allow her junior Coalition partners to contest the Wagga Wagga byelection, she was taking a substantial risk.

Alexandra Smith
    Alexandra Smith

    I fear for the banks' much anticipated next move

    Australia's big banks have graduated to much worse than exploiting their customers’ loyalty and inertia. 

    Ross Gittins
      Ross Gittins

      I moved back home at 38, and this is how I am coping

      I could easily have viewed retreating to the nest as a failure. But I am choosing something else.

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        'Low expectations': Business loses hope in Coalition's climate credentials

        'Low expectations': Business loses hope in Coalition's climate credentials

        Eyes turn to Labor to revive the government’s energy plan as business groups abandon hopes that Scott Morrison can end Australia's crippling climate wars.

        • by Nicole Hasham & Cole Latimer

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        This slow-paced town is just like Byron Bay was 20 years ago

        This slow-paced town is just like Byron Bay was 20 years ago

        This area is a quieter, more relaxed alternative for those looking for a sea change that locals say is one where commuting isn't a huge concern.

        • by Kate Farrelly
        From fibro shack to design triumphs: What the beach house looks like now

        From fibro shack to design triumphs: What the beach house looks like now

        These days, architects are in high demand along the coast. We take a look at five modern day beach "shacks" set to get you dreaming of summer.

        • by Larissa Ham

        Business

        Buying fake honey as simple as a quick Google search

        Buying fake honey as simple as a quick Google search

        If you think it’s hard to pass fake honey off as the real thing, try typing “rice syrup pass” into Google and the results will shock you.

        • by Adele Ferguson

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        Entertainment

        Actress slammed for accusing ex-Neighbours star of assault

        Actress slammed for accusing ex-Neighbours star of assault

        The story of an alleged "punch" attack in the Celebrity Big Brother UK house has gripped Britain.

        • by Amy Croffey
        Luke Cage star apologises for mocking Ariana Grande groping

        Luke Cage star apologises for mocking Ariana Grande groping

        "In no way do I condone any such behaviour," said Mike Colter on Monday. 

        • by Broede Carmody

        Lifestyle

        What are 'nightshade' vegetables, and should you be avoiding them?

        What are 'nightshade' vegetables, and should you be avoiding them?

        • by Duane Mellor & Nenad Naumovski
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        Smarter living

        Nike celebrates 35 years of its greatest running shoe

        Nike celebrates 35 years of its greatest running shoe

        The iconic Air Pegasus shoe, first appearing in 1983, has lasted the test of time.

        • by Laura Hill
        Furbo Dog Camera review: remote doggy daycare

        Furbo Dog Camera review: remote doggy daycare

        Keep tabs on your pooch via camera, talk to him, get alerts when he barks and even toss some of his favourite treats.

        • by Peter Wells

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        Cinderella man Millman always believed he belonged near the top

        Cinderella man Millman always believed he belonged near the top

        The 29-year-old could have given up plenty of times in his tennis career. Instead, he fought through the pain to produce an upset for the ages.

        • by Phil Lutton
        The most maddening aspect of the Bulldogs’ Mad Monday madness
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        Bulldogs

        The most maddening aspect of the Bulldogs’ Mad Monday madness

        Of course, the outrage about the Bulldogs' post-season shenanigans is misplaced. But the club could've stopped it from happening.

        • by Andrew Webster

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