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South Australia blames lockdown on pizza worker's lies
SA Premier Steven Marshall publicly berated the fast food worker accused of lying to contact tracers.
- by Aisha Dow, Henrietta Cook, Rachael Dexter and Esther Han
Bravery award for SAS 'hero' may be stripped after acts in battle 'wilfully misreported'
The citation for the award was based in part on the false information that an Afghan man killed in the engagement was armed. He was not.
- by Nick McKenzie, Chris Masters and Anthony Galloway
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China relations
China will ‘pay a price’ if it keeps ‘bullying’ Australia, warns US senator
Marco Rubio has lashed Beijing for its "economic coercion" against Australia, saying it is important for a global alliance of democracies to speak up in support of Canberra.
- by Anthony Galloway and Eryk Bagshaw
One Nation's Latham pushes 249 amendments to stymie NSW energy bill
Mark Latham has described the Electricity Infrastructure Investment Bill 2020 as akin to Soviet-style five-year plans.
- by Peter Hannam
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Test cricket
Kohli rarely has two bad series in a row. This is how to get rid of the Indian captain
The Indian great's record suggests you cannot fight a new battle with the same tactics and expect to win.
- by Andrew Wu
Sydney businesswoman disappears on morning run following AFP raid
Melissa Caddick was last seen at her multimillion-dollar home last Thursday. Several hours later she left for a run and hasn't been seen since.
- by Laura Chung
Girl 'scared' to tell parents about alleged touching by Mosman swim coach
During the trial on Friday, the girl said she felt worried by the questioning from her parents and "didn't like saying stuff about it".
- by Fergus Hunter
Crown 'unable to govern itself' after spiking dirty cash probe, inquiry told
Counsel assisting the Crown Resort inquiry says the company's stunning about-face this week was further proof it could not be trusted to run its Barangaroo casino.
- by Patrick Hatch
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Hospitals
Jennifer thought her baby's death would prompt change. But another baby died
The grieving parents of two babies who died at Blacktown Hospital are demanding to know how the tragedy could have been repeated.
- by Kate Aubusson
CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC
Victoria achieves three weeks without a new COVID-19 case
Victoria has recorded its 21st straight day of no new coronavirus cases although health authorities are investigating a weak positive test result that may be a case of virus shedding.
- by Rachael Dexter and Craig Butt
Experts rubbish SA virus 'super strain' claims
SA authorities claimed the outbreak, which has forced the entire state into lockdown, was a "frightening" new strain of COVID-19. Experts aren't convinced.
- by Liam Mannix and Melissa Cunningham
Sydney
Jack de Belin wipes away tears at sister's evidence of 'caring, empathetic' person
The sister of St George Illawarra NRL star said her brother is a walking enigma who enjoys yoga, meditation and giving daily gratitude.
- by Angus Thompson
Senate committee backs Family Court merger as Labor, Greens dissent
Labor and the Greens oppose the merger of the specialist Family Court with the Federal Circuit Court but the Liberal chair had the casting vote.
- by Michaela Whitbourn
Three NSW universities combine to lead research into energy solutions
It has the support of NSW Energy and Environment Minister Matt Kean, who said the government would work with NUW Energy to "create a sustainable and prosperous economy".
- by Natassia Chrysanthos
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Factional politics
Koala policy reversed after Liberal MP votes against bill, is sacked by Berejiklian
The NSW Premier has dumped upper house Liberal Catherine Cusack after she voted against a government land bill.
- by Peter Hannam and Alexandra Smith
'Protection of a quality of life': Woolworths' Mosman plans rejected
A panel refused the supermarket chain's proposal due to hundreds of negative public submissions.
- by Megan Gorrey
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'Good process leads to good policy': Medevac repeal ranked worst piece of law
A special analysis of the way governments have made laws over the past 12 months show the best - and worst - practices in the nation's parliaments.
- by Shane Wright
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Workplace culture
Public service set to review harassment and bullying policy for staffers
- by Nick Bonyhady
Business
Dairy farmers back Tanarra bid for Lion dairy business
A key dairy farmer co-operative has backed a bid by Tanarra Capital for the Lion dairy and drinks business, saying it supported Tanarra's expansion plans.
- by Darren Gray
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Retail
Kogan chairman admits mistakes as shareholders narrowly approve $110m bonus
- by Dominic Powell
World
Joko's race to roll out emergency COVID-19 shot hits science roadblock
The President's own health experts have dashed his hopes of stemming the rising tide of coronavirus infections with a vaccine by the end of the year.
- by James Massola and Karuni Rompies
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Analysis
Test cricket
Attack the stumps, lure the drive or get his mate out: How to get rid of Kohli
The Indian great's record suggests you cannot fight a new battle with the same tactics and expect to win.
- by Andrew Wu
From COVID to coach sackings and Cameron's call, it has been a wild ride
The longest season in rugby league history has finally come to an end, and this is what made it one which will never be repeated.
- by Adam Pengilly
Opinion
Rugby Championship
Pumas' famous win hints at real reason Springboks skipped Championship
Conventional wisdom said Argentina would head into The Rugby Championship underdone. The problem is that premise was never true.
- by Paul Cully
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Drugs in sport
Do we have to spell it out: Jack case is far from black and white
Shayna Jack is no Lance Armstrong, but her claim to being proved I.N.N.O.C.E.N.T bears examination.
- by Darren Kane
Hooper's Wallabies debut in Newcastle was memorable for all the wrong reasons
It's been more than 3000 days since Michael Hooper played a Test in Newcastle, but that infamous night was one he can remember like it was yesterday.
- by Sam Phillips
Bennett's three-week coaching masterclass proves why he's simply the best
Self-belief is the greatest weapon in sport. Wayne Bennett knows that better than anyone. All he had to do was convince his players.
- by Phil Lutton
Scrums, player agents and budget in V'landys' sights as NRL begins review
With the Origin series now done and dusted, ARLC chairman Peter V'landys is set to turn his attention to reviewing a number of aspects of the 2020 season.
- by Sarah Keoghan
Have Your Say
Andrew Webster: The two grubby Queensland acts that showed NSW weren't up for the fight
When Jai Arrow slammed James Tedesco into the turf, and Cameron Munster pushed Nathan Cleary in the face, the Blues forwards were nowhere to be seen.
