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Morrison warns of pandemic threat in new sign of caution
The pandemic is more threatening than it was one year ago, the Prime Minister has declared in a private warning to government MPs about continuing the cautious approach to opening international borders.
Coronavirus
South Australia
New coronavirus case in Victoria: What we know so far
A Victorian man has tested positive to coronavirus after isolating for 14 days in South Australia’s hotel quarantine system and returning to his home in Melbourne’s north.
Medical manufacturers first to cash in on tax relief for creating 280 NSW jobs
NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian announced the $250 million program in November last year to lure domestic and international businesses to move their headquarters to NSW and create at least 30 new jobs.
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Tragedy
Boy killed as industrial bin emptied into garbage truck
Police say the 13-year-old boy was with two others in the South Australian city of Port Lincoln when the bin was emptied in the early hours of Tuesday.
How a bias against ugly plants could spell their doom
A prejudice among botanists for the study of pretty plants with bold colours leaves the wallflowers at risk of being left behind in research and in conservation.
Opinion
NSW councils
It’s time to give communities a say on breaking up mergers
Five years on, the Coalition’s council amalgamations are failing to deliver.
Sue Young and Brian Halstead
The confluence of factors that has contributed to the surging volatility in Jerusalem
There’s been a rapid escalation of violence between Israelis and Palestinians this week. Here’s what you need to know.
Seth Rogen has no plans to work with James Franco again after allegations
In a new interview, Rogen said he regretted saying in 2018 that he would still work with Franco following sexual misconduct allegations against the actor.
Concerns after researchers find microplastics in instant rice
Researchers have found all rice bought in stores contains microplastics but instant packet rice contains the most, leading to calls for more regulation.
Stereotypes about eating disorders plague treatment of Indigenous sufferers
Indigenous Australians are just as likely to experience eating disorders as other but a perception the illness is only prevalent among white girls is hampering treatment.
‘I’m in, baby’: Liz Cambage confirms she will play at Games after boycott threat
The basketballer had threatened to boycott the Games over what she described as the “whitewashing” of two promotional shoots.
Analysis
Please Explain podcast
What next for Jack de Belin after jury fails to reach unanimous verdict
Today on Please Explain court reporter Georgina Mitchell joins Nathanael Cooper to tell us more about the de Belin trial.
NRL denies Parramatta’s request for bubble exemption
The NRL has denied the Eels’ request for an exemption and will not allow “dirty” players to return to training until they arrive in Brisbane.
FEDERAL BUDGET 2021
Exclusive
Intensive support: Budget to offer to retrain Australians in new skills
Australians will be offered “intensive support” to retrain for the economic recovery in a sweeping skills package that will tell young people to sign up for new skills.
Blue Mountains highway upgrade to get bulk of $3b federal budget spend
The budget will also include new funding for one of the busiest intersections on the M5 Motorway in Sydney, along with upgrades to the Pacific Highway near Taree.
Sydney
Man rescued after medical episode high above ground
Firefighters, including rope rescue crews, worked with paramedics to rescue the man with a cherry picker-style truck from a communications tower on the upper north shore.
Undercover police operative caught MacGill ‘kidnapper’
The operative was used to investigate the brother of Stuart MacGill’s girlfriend after the former cricketer reported the incident to police.
Owner reunited with dog allegedly stolen from outside CBD shop
Police have charged a 38-year-old man after he walked into a Sydney police station on Monday night with the missing pet.
Exclusive
Sydney councils
Sydney’s net-zero goal accelerated by five years
The City of Sydney will bring forward its net-zero emissions goal to 2035, making it the first council in the state to set such an early target.
CBD
City life
Ex-colleagues set to squirm at disgraced MP’s new role
Michael Johnsen’s new website showcases photos of him standing alongside the Premier and former political colleagues.
Politics
Exclusive
Federal budget
The electorates where men retire with almost twice as much super as women
The data has given ammunition to groups pushing for super contributions to be paid on parental leave.
Business
Opinion
Kerry Stokes
Kerry Stokes thumbs a well-worn playbook for ‘$8 billion’ Boral bid
Kerry Stokes’ nil-premium bid is designed to ensure Seven doesn’t end up spending $8 billion to gain effective control of the building materials giant.
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
World
Everest climbers told to bring back empty oxygen tanks
Climbers and Sherpa guides have carried an estimated 3500 oxygen bottles this season. They often get buried in avalanches or are abandoned on the mountain.
Opinion
Proposed merger raises many red flags
Rebecca Thorpe
Alliance for Gambling Reform spokesperson
Time to revisit Australia’s golden goose
Paul Cleary
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Property bydomain
It's out: Freight boss revealed as buyer of $40m Point Piper home
Terry Tzaneros and his wife Anne have emerged as the buyers of one of this year’s most expensive houses, the trophy home of London-based expat lawyer Sarah Cooke.
'Brace yourself': This town may look sleepy, but be ready when it's on
This state is known for its golden beaches and rainforests. Beautiful as they are, these well-worn tourist attractions often overshadow the quieter achievers.
Life & Culture
‘To survive you had to be a smuggler’: How James Nguyen turned seeds into art
The artist has made a digital artwork based on a moment in his childhood that built a bridge between past and future, war and refuge.
Sport
NRL denies Parramatta’s request for bubble exemption
The Eels’ preparations for Sunday’s Magic Round clash against New Zealand are in disarray with the NRL refusing to budge on restrictions that prohibits certain players rejoining the NRL squad.
Howzat for innovation? Researchers say bamboo bats could replace willow
In a development that could send shudders through the game, researchers say bamboo bats lighter, stronger and offer a larger “sweet spot” than traditional willow.
Olyroos hoping to unearth hidden gems for Tokyo
The Olyroos will select an entirely Europe-based squad for this month’s camp in Spain, where they’ll trial a handful of players who’ve never featured before.
Bennett’s Bunnies reject NRL fan-zone media plan for Magic Round
Souths have confirmed Wayne Bennett has no plans to take part in the NRL’s plans for open-air, joint press conferences at the Magic Round, which will include fan questions.
Sam’s bush push: Burgess plans to go rural to start coaching apprenticeship
Sam Burgess has plans to head to the bush to start his “coaching apprenticeship”, and is already weighing up his options, according to his brother Tom.
‘I’m in, baby’: Cambage confirms she will play at Olympics after boycott threat
Cambage had threatened to boycott the Games over what she described as the “whitewashing” of two AOC promotional shoots.
Hooker shortage: The scare that reminded Blues of Cook’s importance
The sight of Damien Cook clutching at his knee last Thursday night served as a timely reminder of what little depth NSW has when it comes to hookers.
Have Your Say
Was the Super Rugby final the most significant provincial game in Australian rugby history?
Many a facile word is spoken in commentary but Tim Horan’s observation after Queensland’s thrilling win that “rugby is back” was on the money.
