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Bushfires
Julie Bishop takes swipe at Scott Morrison over bushfire crisis
The former foreign minister has strongly criticised the Prime Minister in front of 150 Liberal supporters.
- by Michael Koziol and Chris O'Keefe
RFS expected to give Sydney's NYE fireworks the go-ahead
The RFS says it's “highly unlikely” Sydney Harbour’s New Year's Eve fireworks will be called off, with the danger rating predicted to stay well below catastrophic.
- by Kate Aubusson
All the winners in the January 1 law changes
First homebuyers, dairy farmers and those undertaking skills-based training all stand to benefit from law changes which come into effect at the new year.
- by Nick Bonyhady and Pallavi Singhal
Daniel was overseas when he was alerted to an intruder - it was the NBN
Householders and shop owners are unhappy with the installation of NBN equipment and the treatment of their complaints.
- by Andrew Taylor
More top stories
Pacific Highway turns the corner on safety
As the fatalities mounted, the lobbying increased and after decades of pressure, action finally came.
- by Tim Barlass
Trump shares - then deletes - post naming the alleged whistleblower
In recent months Trump has threatened to disclose the identity of the whistleblower, whose identity has been kept secret because of whistleblower protection laws.
- by Colby Itkowitz
Why you shouldn't wash your T-shirt after one wear
Plastic microfibres from clothing have found their way into fish ... and into humans who eat fish.
- by Matt Bungard and Sarah Keoghan
LIVE
Boxing Day Test
Black Caps set 488 to win after Aussies declare on fourth morning
This match is in Australia's control. Follow the action live as Australia press for victory against New Zealand on day four of the Boxing Day Test.
- by Daniel Cherny
'Nobody is winning': Businesses go cold on food delivery platforms
The turning point for Vincent Piccolo, manager of Art Of Gelati Michaelangelo in Sydney, was when Uber Eats cancelled an order that had already been prepared.
- by Cara Waters
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NSW bushfires
'If you don't need to be here, stay away': New message to South Coast tourists
Emergency services have issued a strong message to holidaymakers in the lead up to New Year, as fires continue to threaten popular spots across the region.
- by Kate McIlwain
Updated
Firefighters prepare for emergency NYE conditions
Monday and Tuesday are shaping up to be "particularly difficult for firefighters" as weather conditions escalate threat.
- by Anna Patty and Natassia Chrysanthos
Sydney
'Absolutely bone dry': The Sydney duck ponds that have fallen victim to the drought
The pond will eventually re-fill but it will take years for the ecosystem to recover.
- by Ellie Dudley and Anna Patty
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Police
Millions spent on assault rifles NSW Police don't use
The military-style machine guns have cost taxpayers more than $2 million and have not been used in the two years since they were bought.
- by Nigel Gladstone
Petition won't stop Sydney New Year's Eve fireworks
A petition with 261,000 signatures has failed to stop the city's famous firework display from going ahead.
National
Falls Music Festival in Lorne cancelled due to extreme weather
- by Ashleigh McMillan and Erin Pearson
'Scarily like a cure': The decade that revolutionised our fight with cancer
- by Liam Mannix and Melissa Cunningham
Politics
Website to compare medical specialists' costs to go live without key details
A $7.2 million website the Morrison government promised to offer specialist fee "transparency" has been hampered by a lack of co-operation from doctors.
- by Dana McCauley
Analysis
World election
Australia must find its voice as human rights retreat in south-east Asia
- by James Massola
Business
After a bumper year on the stock market, where to for 2020?
Crystal ball-gazing analysts, economists forecast more good times for ASX but just don't expect the stellar gains of 2019.
- by Stephen Miles
World
British authorities accidentally publish addresses of honours recipients
The home addresses of more than 1000 people who received New Year honours were revealed, including singers Elton John and Olivia Newton-John.
Opinion
On the road to happiness by downsizing the budget
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Columnist and the founder of The Squiz
In case of planet Earth's imminent demise, don't forget air purifier
Jan Fran
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How Instagram changed the way we shop
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Property bydomain
From bust to boom: How Sydney's auction market climbed back
There was nothing boring as first-home buyers revelled in the downturn, only to find themselves at Groundhog day with the market turning on a dime.
- by Tawar Razaghi
How much does it really cost to install a swimming pool?
If the heat has you considering installing a pool of your own, there are numerous options depending on your budget.
- by Danielle Giannopoulos
Culture
Opinion
Private Sydney
Jessica Mauboy is discovering her voice can do more than sing
The 30-year-old says it took her "a lot of courage" to feel comfortable saying what she wants to say.
- by Andrew Hornery
Little Women's Eliza Scanlen is one of Australia's rising stars of the year
The 20-year-old from Sydney is currently treading the boards in one of Broadway's hottest shows, but it's the screen where she's making the biggest impression.
- by Karl Quinn
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Sport
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Boxing Day Test
Australia to build on massive total for Black Caps to chase
Follow the action live Australia press for victory on day four of the Boxing Day Test.
- by Daniel Cherny
West Ham sack Pellegrini as toll mounts in open season on coaches
West Ham United said on Saturday (Sunday AEDT) that manager Manuel Pellegrini had left the club, following the side's 2-1 loss to Leicester earlier in the day.
- by Martyn Herman
Ichi Ban set to claim handicap honours for second time in three years
The pre-race favourite crossed the finish line in Hobart on Saturday night and none of the 130-odd boats still at sea are projected to beat her.
- by Ethan James
Siddle announces retirement from international cricket
The veteran fast bowler has told teammates of his decision to immediately retire from international cricket.
- by Jon Pierik
Andy Murray pulls out of Australian Open with pelvic injury
The former world No.1 has decided not to travel to Melbourne after the injury he sustained at the end of the season had not improved as he had hoped.
- by Ian Chadband
Sivo to face court in Fiji charged with indecent annoyance
The 26-year-old Eels star, in Fiji visiting family, was charged with indecent annoyance on Saturday, according to statement released by his club.
‘Shades of Bergkamp’: Aaron Mooy's sublime finish seals Brighton win
Mooy played a part in both goals as Brighton recorded their first home win since November with a convincing 2-0 victory over Bournemouth.
- by Sonia Twigg
Have Your Say
League bingo! How much did Souths pay for Arrow?
If you ever wanted to understand the confusion of the NRL player market right now, you only need to start asking how much South Sydney paid for Jai Arrow.
