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Experts warn third wave a risk without minimum 70 per cent vaccination rate
Following calls to hasten a reopening of the nation’s borders, experts warn it won’t be safe to remove restrictions until at least 70 per cent of the population is vaccinated.
Call for high-profile Aussies, not politicians, to front COVID-19 vaccine campaign
A professor involved in the 1980s HIV campaigns said the government will need to get well-known Australians to promote COVID-19 vaccines if it is to decrease hesitancy.
Off-contract NRL player Jamil Hopoate charged over large-scale cocaine supply
The 26-year-old, who allegedly ran from police in Botany on Tuesday, is due to face Sydney’s Central Local Court on Wednesday.
Government to bankroll $600m Hunter gas plant
The Morrison government will direct its Snowy Hydro power corporation to build a $600 million gas-fired power plant in the Hunter Valley, ignoring calls that the investment is unneeded.
Exclusive
Nuix investigation
Macquarie magic: How a consultant turned $3000 into $80m in Nuix float
An investigation has raised questions about how Macquarie consultant Tony Castagna received a $3000 options package from Nuix that he later cashed out for $80 million.
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Australian cricket
Test bowlers to bear brunt of packed summer schedule
The men’s Test season starts days after the T20 World Cup with an historic game against Afghanistan in Hobart.
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City life
John Knox scores strong ally in bid to oust cricket bigwig
Cricket NSW wants big changes inside CA’s leadership, citing a hamfisted approach to management during the pandemic and aftershocks related to the ball-tampering affair.
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China relations
Beijing’s theatrics won’t hurt Australia ties, Morrison says
Scott Morrison says Australia would prefer a better relationship with China but that Beijing’s trade sanctions are like the traditional Chinese lion dance – mostly theatrical.
‘Silence is inexcusable’: Pelosi backs Beijing Olympics diplomatic boycott
The idea of corporations and political figures boycotting the games - while allowing athletes to compete - is gaining momentum on both sides of US politics.
Opinion
School strike for climate
The day a bunch of truant teens rocked my world
Straight away, I divested my superannuation. I bought offsets for my car. I’m devoting myself to action on climate change.
Dr Rebecca Huntley
Researcher and author
‘It’s her time’: Swimming greats back McKeon to deliver in Tokyo
The stars look to be aligning for Emma McKeon, with some of Australia’s biggest swimming names saying the timing is perfect for her to soar in the Olympic pool.
I’m pregnant and applying for a new job. Should I tell?
Finding the right time to tell anyone you are expecting – let alone telling a new boss – is tough, but there are a few things to consider.
Opinion
Property market
How to win at the property auction game
It is important to go into an auction with a definitive plan, so that the pressure of the event does not get the better of you and you end up overpaying.
Joel Gibson
Model Naomi Campbell, 50, welcomes baby girl
“A beautiful little blessing has chosen me to be her mother,” Campbell said, sharing a photo of her cradling her daughter’s feet.
Remote performance dooms Montaigne to early Eurovision exit
Australia has failed to qualify for the Eurovision grand final for the first time in six attempts.
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Sydney
‘Trapped’ inside burning house: Woman critical after fire
A woman and three children managed to escape the blaze uninjured however another woman was pulled from the home by firefighters.
Berejiklian preferred premier among Labor voters: poll
In what will be seen as a damaging result for Jodi McKay, Labor and minor party voters are more likely to say Gladys Berejiklian is their preferred leader.
Cook ‘cared for patients’ as woman died in NSW hospital with no doctors
An inquiry has heard extraordinary evidence that kitchen staff are stepping in to care for patients due critical staffing shortages at NSW hospitals.
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Sharks
Northern beaches surfer dies after shark attack
A male surfer from Sydney’s northern beaches has died after being bitten by a 4½-metre shark on the NSW Mid North Coast.
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Coronavirus pandemic
Sydney man who died in India from COVID-19 was trying to get home
The family of Govind Kant, who flew to India last month for his mother’s funeral, say he was desperately trying to get back to Australia before his death.
Politics
Migration slump to make Australia older, economy smaller: Treasury boss
A return to open international borders and a well-balanced migration program is in Australia’s interests, the federal government’s top economic adviser says.
Business
Staycation surge drives Australia’s hotel accommodation rebound
The rebound in Australia’s accommodation sector is supporting property values and revenue across the industry, according to the country’s largest hotel operator.
World
NZ nurse who cared for Boris Johnson quits over ‘lack of respect’
Jenny McGee stood at the side of the British PM when he was hospitalised with COVID-19 last year. Now she has resigned, citing lack of support for health care workers.
Opinion
Fair play to the NRL for taking a hard line on concussion
Annette Greenhow
There’s a way to ease tensions with China that would be a win for the Australian economy
Jason Yat-sen Li
Company director, adviser and investor
Broadcast on-demand apps are catching up in quality
Adam Turner
Technology journalist
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Property bydomain
Where in Sydney are house prices rising fastest - and least?
At one price point, the amount it will cost you to get into the market is rising twice as fast as the pace of growth elsewhere, new data shows.
'The Block' creator's former home returns to the market
The award-winning home has returned to the market for the second time in just over three years after some stunning upgrades.
Life & Culture
US actor Charles Grodin dead at age 86 from cancer
His film career began with a small role in Rosemary’s Baby in 1968. He achieved leading man status four years later with The Heartbreak Kid.
Sport
NRL to consider limit on contact training as concussion crackdown continues
Full-contact training sessions are capped to a maximum of one per week in the NFL due to concussion concerns. Now the NRL is considering following suit.
Opinion
NRL 2021
Why the NRL can’t stuff up yet another crackdown
The head-contact controversy from Magic Round was another example of the NRL having the best intentions with the worst delivery.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
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Australian cricket
‘Rumour-mongering, innuendo’: Bowlers slam Clarke in sandpaper denial
Australia’s star attack did not specifically name Michael Clarke but their choice words left little doubt as to whom their missive was directed.
Super Rugby Trans-Tasman to trial virtual reality tech to detect concussions
World Rugby, Rugby Australia and New Zealand Rugby have joined forces to set up a world-first trial in Super Rugby Trans-Tasman to better study concussion.
‘It’s her time’: Swimming greats back McKeon to deliver in Tokyo
The stars look to be aligning for Emma McKeon, with some of Australia’s biggest swimming names saying the timing is perfect for her to soar in the Olympic pool.
The text sent to players after NRL’s controversial high-contact crackdown
The message was sent just 24 hours before a meeting between RLPA boss Clint Newton and NRL powerbrokers Andrew Abdo and Peter V’landys on Tuesday.
‘There’s a gentleman’s agreement’: Roosters off-limits for new Sharks coach
Craig Fitzgibbon has given Nick Politis and Trent Robinson his word that he will not raid the club for talent when he takes over the Cronulla job next season.
Have Your Say
Cambage gives latest Australian Olympic photo shoot her tick of approval
Australia unveiled their uniform for the Tokyo Games on Tuesday, but Olympic organisers have still not confirmed athletes will be able to march at the opening ceremony.
