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Coronavirus pandemic
Sydney's hidden first wave: real infection rate likely more than three times higher
More than 5000 people with COVID-19 went undetected during the first wave of cases in Sydney, a new study has revealed
- by Kate Aubusson
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Parliament House
'Very humiliating': Alan Tudge's staffer says he was a bully who left her in tears
A former adviser to Population Minister Alan Tudge has lodged a formal complaint that alleges he engaged in workplace bullying and intimidation that left her "anxious and afraid".
- by David Crowe
'We'll be in the dog house for years': Ex-spy boss says MPs inflaming China relations
Former spy chief Dennis Richardson has warned bitter domestic politics is inflaming the nation's deteriorating relationship with Beijing.
- by Rob Harris and Anthony Galloway
Queensland may welcome Victorians before Sydneysiders
Queensland's Chief Health Officer says quarantine requirements could be dropped for Victorians in December, outraging the NSW Premier.
- by Marissa Calligeros
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'Nothing' will stop us: Biden calls Trump's refusal to concede an 'embarrassment'
President-elect Joe Biden says nothing is going to stop his administration moving forward.
- by Matthew Knott
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City life
Porn stars in Monumental tussle on Oxford Street
What happens when adult film stars work from home? An Oxford Street strata body is learning the hard way.
- by Samantha Hutchinson and Stephen Brook
'We welcome the competition': NRL unfazed after oldest rival becomes new stablemate
Rugby league and rugby union have been rivals for over a century in Australia ... but suddenly they've become stablemates.
- by Chris Barrett
Opinion
Remembrance Day
Answering the recall: Australia's evolving culture of remembrance
Despite many nation-defending battles closer to home, the history of Australia's military commemoration still tilts towards the horrors of World War I in Europe.
- by Peter FitzSimons
Trump's name spotted in Johnson's congratulations to Biden
Keen-eyed political observers noticed an unusual feature in a tweet from British PM Boris Johnson.
US ELECTION 2020
How Trump’s refusal to concede affects Biden’s transition
- by Michael S. Schmidt, Julian E. Barnes and Zolan Kanno-Youngs
Trump's new military hire raises fears of last-minute military plans overseas
Trump's decision to fire his Defence Secretary suggests he may be planning military moves overseas - and he's looking for yes men.
- by David S. Cloud
US braces for turbulent handover as Trump fires defence secretary
Mark Esper's firing comes as a key federal government agency refused to sign the paperwork permitting Joe Biden’s transition team to formally begin their work.
- by Matthew Knott
Sydney
De Belin says alleged victim was joking about his fame, jury hears
The NRL star told a friend the woman he is accused of raping was joking about his fame.
- by Angus Thompson
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Government grants
Premier's office to face second probe over shredded documents
The State Archives and Records Authority says it will assess the destruction of documents.
- by Alexandra Smith and Tom Rabe
Tutors could become a fixture of NSW schools to close education gap
The $337 million scheme will equate to an average of $130,000 and 1700 tutoring hours per school.
- by Jordan Baker
Police return to the crime scene of underworld figure shooting
Officers have renewed their appeal to the public for any information in relation to the shooting.
- by Sarah Keoghan
'Perverse signals': NSW clean power push clouds grid planning, prices
Experts warn the NSW government's plan to underwrite the cost of new renewable energy projects could erode national efforts to improve the electrical grid and leave consumers bearing the risk of project price blowouts.
- by Mike Foley and Nick Toscano
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State of Origin
'How about backing the guy?' Pearce leaps to Cleary's defence
- by Andrew Webster
Analysis
Only fools rush in to write off Maroons
The Eighth Immortal was left red faced after game one in Adelaide but still believes NSW can win Origin II — if halfback Nathan Cleary rediscovers his touch.
- by Andrew Johns
Cooked Chooks: Brad Fittler's big challenge is lifting weary Roosters stars
The Sydney Roosters have played a huge role in NSW's recent success, but has their long and tough pursuit of a third NRL title now been felt by the Blues?
- by Christian Nicolussi
Politics
Bureaucrat allegedly hid Western Sydney Airport land deal price from bosses
The public servant stood aside over a $33 million land purchase in Western Sydney is being investigated for hiding details including the price from superiors.
- by Katina Curtis
Fears of fresh fiscal cliff when JobSeeker supplement ends in March
- by Shane Wright and David Crowe
Analysis
Workplace culture
Does 'bonk ban' give public the right to know what politicians do in private?
- by Jacqueline Maley
Business
'It still happens': Sexism, inappropriate conduct rife in corporate Australia despite progress
Senior female board directors say there are still serious problems of abuse of power and sexual misconduct in companies but shareholders are driving change.
- by Cara Waters
World
Report into disgraced ex-cardinal shows failings by popes, top clerics
The Vatican report says disgraced ex-US cardinal Theodore McCarrick was allowed to rise through the Catholic ranks despite repeated allegations of sexual misconduct.
- by Philip Pullella
Analysis
China relations
What's in it for them? China and Russia stay silent on US election
- by Eryk Bagshaw
Indonesia banking on Australia's $1b loan to tackle COVID-19
- by James Massola and Karuni Rompies
'Start of an era': Armenia signs deal with Azerbaijan, Russia to end conflict
- by Nvard Hovhannisyan and Nailia Bagirova
Opinion
Hey Joe, once you settle in, we need to talk about China
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US pandemic carnage failed to infect Trump's vote
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Outdated HSC has failed the test of time
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This three-bedroom "property" is for sale in inner Sydney for $1.6m
You know you're looking at Sydney real estate when a run-down shed with a price guide of $1.6 million has dozens of buyers eyeing it off.
- by Tawar Razaghi
Thinking of a tree change? There are a few things to know first
Many regional centres are welcoming the influx of remote workers, but it's worth finding out a little about the local climate and customs before you move.
- by Melissa Heagney
Life & Culture
The tragedy that changed everything for artist Julia Gutman
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- by Chloe Wolifson
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Analysis
State of Origin
Only fools rush in to write off Maroons
The Eighth Immortal was left red faced after game one in Adelaide but still believes NSW can win Origin II — if halfback Nathan Cleary rediscovers his touch.
- by Andrew Johns
'We welcome the competition': NRL unfazed after oldest rival becomes new stablemate
Rugby league and rugby union have been rivals for over a century in Australia ... but suddenly they've become stablemates.
- by Chris Barrett
'How about backing the guy?' Pearce leaps to Cleary's defence
For years, Mitchell Pearce was the definitive punching bag for NSW supporters. Now, Nathan Cleary is starting to cop similar blows as the Blues fight for survival in game two.
- by Andrew Webster
'More than likely': Origin set to move back to mid-season timeslot
On Thursday morning, all eyes will be on the TV ratings for Origin II. Unless there is a huge uplift in viewership, this will be the last year-ending series.
- by Adrian Proszenko
Kohli's early exit sets scene for 'fiery' first Test
The man who presided over Australia's last success over India, Darren Lehmann is expecting a turbo-charged first Test that will take on extra importance given Virat Kohli's personal situation.
- by Andrew Wu
'I see a lot of Mal in Freddy': Maroons pay Fittler ultimate compliment
Queenslanders are likening Brad Fittler to Mal Meninga for the way he has ignored the critics and stuck solid with Nathan Cleary and a core group of Blues.
- by Christian Nicolussi
'I swore I wouldn't be back': Cambage's surprise return a chance to talk Olympics, race and fertility
On the eve of a new WNBL season, Liz Cambage reflects on keeping her Tokyo dream alive, why political statements matter and, on a personal front, how she is considering freezing her eggs to preserve her fertility.
- by Roy Ward
Have Your Say
Chris Barrett: Rugby's 'fantasy' TV deal puts the wind back in game's sails
The sport's relationship with Foxtel ended in a very rugby way - at a harbourside sailing club. But rugby's new alliance with Nine is otherwise uncharted waters.
