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Hospitals
Mysterious death of sixth newborn in two years prompts investigations
Two young parents are grief-stricken and multiple investigations are under way at Blacktown Hospital’s maternity unit after the sudden and inexplicable death of another newborn baby.
Davis jailed for maximum five years, nine months for samurai sword killing
The judge said she was satisfied beyond reasonable doubt that Blake Davis did intend to kill Jett McKee when he brought the samurai sword down on his head.
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Coronavirus pandemic
CMO addresses blood clot concerns, says AstraZeneca vaccine is safe
Professor Paul Kelly said health officials expected to see blood clots for some people around the time of vaccination.
Prince Philip leaves hospital after treatment
The 99-year-old has left a London hospital after receiving treatment for an unspecified infection. He also underwent a procedure for a pre-existing heart condition.
Families split in Hong Kong’s snap lockdown of expat towers
The tough lockdown measures have sparked anxiety among expats who are still coming to grips with the implications of national security laws imposed by Beijing.
War of words erupts between a2 Milk and Virgin’s Hrdlicka over ‘mistruths’
A war of words has broken out between a2 Milk and its former chief executive Jayne Hrdlicka over the now Virgin CEO’s stint at the infant formula maker.
Opinion
Defamation nation
Porter’s defamation case is no sure-fire way to find the truth
The defamation law in Australia, both in its arcane conception and in its application, is not really about unearthing the truth. It strongly favours rich plaintiffs and deters honest reporting of current events.
Michael Bachelard
Investigations Editor, The Age
‘I was shocked, shaking’: minister reveals sexual harassment allegations
Queensland Health Minister Yvette D’Ath used social media to break her silence on two historical allegations she said she “won’t forget”.
Opinion
Development
Hours after women marched, Berejiklian commemorated a man
Andy Marks
Assistant vice-chancellor at Western Sydney University.
Harbour’s historic sites to be kept from private hands
The federal government will introduce legislation capping commercial leases on Sydney Harbour Federation Trust sites like Cockatoo Island to a maximum of 35 years.
State’s architect backs protection of building in heritage battle
Abbie Galvin said North Sydney’s MLC building was historically significant, and improving the surrounding area didn’t have to come at the cost of its destruction.
‘Worth dying for’: Graham has no regrets about career hit hard by concussion
The former prop made headlines throughout his career advocating that he should have the right to play through the risks associated with repeated head traumas.
Analysis
Analysis
It was a no-brainer for the NRL to warn Toby Rudolf over post-match interview
Blokey comments from the Sharks forward may not have been intended to offend but they have no place in the modern game.
Sydney
Boy, 16, allegedly killed by older cousin in unit south of Newcastle
A 24-year-old man has been charged with murder after a 16-year-old boy was found dead in a unit near Newcastle.
Presence of injury on complainant ‘says nothing about consent’, jury told
The jury in the sexual assault trial of former footballer Jarryd Hayne heard closing addresses from the defence and prosecution today.
Telegraph column branded Sydney criminal lawyer ‘over the hill’, court told
The high-profile Sydney criminal lawyer was depicted as “past it” and “decrepit” by a columnist in The Daily Telegraph, the Federal Court has heard.
Sydney solicitor jailed for stealing $6 million from clients
Mark Leo O’Brien, 64, pleaded guilty to stealing the money from the estates of his clients. Much of the money had been left to charities.
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Crime
Former soldier turned cult leader arrested over alleged abuse of woman
James Robert Davis, 40, was the head of The House of Cadifor and boasted online about his BDSM lifestyle and relationship with multiple women.
Politics
Morrison warns MPs on challenges that could knock them off course
The PM told MPs to stay focused despite pressure that could knock the government off course, likening the future to a trek in which any slip could bring them undone.
Business
Rise in higher risk loans as housing market surges
Lending to highly-geared home buyers rose in the December quarter, sparking debate over whether riskier lending is starting to re-emerge.
World
Native American to lead department in charge of tribes, natural resources
The Interior Department has wielded influence over American tribes for nearly two centuries. It also looks after endangered species, national parks and energy development.
Opinion
Australia on the brink of deciding what it can become
Nyadol Nyuon
Lawyer and human rights advocate
Four-sided friendship is history in the making
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
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Property bydomain
The renovating mistake that's worse than overcapitalising
Spending more on a renovation than the value it adds is a common mistake renovators make, but not investing enough can be just as risky.
This first-home buyer renovated her house completely solo
With four bedrooms, two bathrooms and two living areas, it would have been a big project for anyone, but Danielle Sidney had no prior renovation experience.
Life & Culture
Why Peter Rabbit director Will Gluck is hopping back to Australia again
The Hollywood filmmaker is planning to shoot a romantic comedy and another sequel in Sydney.
Sport
‘Worth dying for’: Graham has no regrets about career hit hard by concussion
The former prop made headlines throughout his career advocating that he should have the right to play through the risks associated with repeated head traumas.
Rodda signs with Western Force until 2022 as Waratahs lose race
The Western Force have signed Izack Rodda, who is now eligible for Wallabies selection later this year but has been given no guarantees of donning a gold jersey.
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NRL 2021
DCE slams NRL over Rudolf warning but V’landys backs Abdo stance
The NRL’s decision to issue a formal warning to Sharks forward Toby Rudolf over his ‘offensive’ comments in a post-match interview polarised the rugby league community.
Franklin passes big test in comeback bid, Swans to blood prized trio
The Swans have not ruled out a possible return in round two, which would coincide with the club being able to welcome a huge crowd at the SCG.
The 80,000 reasons why there is life at Storm after Cameron Smith
A record Melbourne audience tuned in to watch the Storm start life without Cameron Smith and their new brand of stars, including Eels discard Ryan Papenhuyzen.
Five months on from concussion, still no firm return date for Haylett-Petty
Rebels skipper Dane Haylett-Petty last played a rugby match on October 31 last year - and while he is said to be improving, there are no guarantees on his return.
Hasler to sign new deal with Manly – and it will be his last as an NRL coach
Manly mentor Des Hasler is about to sign a new two-year contract. But it’s true significance lies in the fine print.
Have Your Say
It was a no-brainer for the NRL to warn Toby Rudolf over post-match interview
Blokey comments from the Sharks forward may not have been intended to offend but they have no place in the modern game.
