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COVID-19 vaccine tracker
Explore the latest data on vaccinations around the world.
‘Next few days are critical’: Thousands sought for tests as Sydney outbreak grows
Tens of thousands of people who visited one of Sydney’s biggest shopping centres have been asked to get a COVID-19 test regardless of symptoms.
What are the new COVID-19 restrictions for Sydney and NSW?
NSW has introduced a number of new COVID-19 restrictions in response to the latest eastern suburbs outbreak and other states have introduced restrictions for travel to and from NSW.
Emergency national cabinet meeting to discuss vaccine rollout
Victoria is expected to raise the issue of vaccine supply and call on the federal government to treat the rollout as a “race”.
‘No prospect of a spill at this point in time’: Joyce
Former Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce said political reporters were trying to entertain readers and get “ahead of the show”.
Scott Morrison’s secret G7 side trip to explore his family history
Scott Morrison’s office spent weeks planning a secret G7 side trip for the Prime Minister to explore his convict family roots.
‘Buyer beware’: Sydney agents selling units despite defect notices
Real estate agents are selling apartments off the plan when defects have been identified, but they say they haven’t been told about the new Building Commissioner’s orders.
‘Act of vandalism’: Plan to cut down trees in Parramatta Park under fire
The People’s Loop is designed to improve Parramatta Park by removing conflict between vehicles and other park users, but the removal of trees to build car parking has been criticised.
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Unfair dismissal
‘Harrowing’: SBS journalist sues network after allegedly being bullied then sacked
Former SBS journalist Pallavi Jain launches legal action against the multicultural public broadcaster to get her job back after an independent investigation found she suffered workplace harassment.
Million-dollar reward for information into suspected murder of Sydney heiress
Sydney journalist, activist and heiress Juanita Nielsen disappeared from Kings Cross in 1975. Her body has never been found, but an inquest determined she was murdered.
Nurses, paramedics, police to receive pay boost in NSW budget
NSW Treasurer Dominic Perrottet says public sector workers will receive pay rises “significantly above” the private sector.
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State of Origin
Finucane back in Blues squad as Maroons gamble on Walsh
Brad Fittler has turned to one of the most dependable forwards in the game as part of his extended squad following Jake Trbojevic’s injury.
Do teeth-whitening treatments actually work?
Some of the latest technologies adopted by oral hygienists use a high-octane brightening gel and LED technology. Here’s what you can expect.
When did the cost of buying gifts become so exorbitant?
It’s no longer uncommon for people to spend a huge amount on gifts, ranging from weekends away to designer handbags. Candles and hand lotion don’t quite cut the mustard.
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Sydney
‘We’ll get those jabs in the arms’: NSW demands more Pfizer supplies
Hairdresser Sofia Basile, 53, did not want the AstraZeneca vaccine. Now she says she is “very comfortable” making an appointment for Pfizer.
‘Irrigation hunger games’: Battle over Australia’s food bowl soon to heat up
In the heartland of the Riverina, scepticism is mounting that the $13b effort has been worth it as the clock ticks down towards a major review.
Analysis
Electric cars
Industry and environment groups endorse NSW electric car plan
The Electric Vehicle Council reckons the policy to encourage electric uptake is as good as any proposed worldwide.
Exclusive
Babies
Experts feared birth numbers would fall after COVID. Instead, they surged
It is the most number of births for a first quarter and the second highest for any quarter since reporting began.
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NSW budget
Last year NSW had Centrelink queues. Now there is a skills shortage
NSW Treasurer Dominic Perrottet says the unemployment threat facing the state has been turned on its head.
Politics
Exclusive
Australians abroad
‘I am innocent’: Urgent pleas to release Australian-Iranian citizen held in Tehran prison
An Australian grandfather has been held in a notorious Iranian prison for 18 months, with authorities denying him medication and specialised healthcare.
Business
Judo Bank’s valuation hits $1.9b, says float ‘an option’
Challenger lender Judo Bank has wrapped up a quick-fire $124 million equity raising to help fund its aggressive growth in the small business market.
World
Australians in France stuck without pensions call for help
Australia has reciprocal social security agreements with 31 foreign governments, but citizens in other countries are left without financial support.
Opinion
Journalist Janet Malcolm didn’t shy away from judgment
Sean Kelly
Columnist and former adviser to Labor prime ministers Kevin Rudd and Julia Gillard.
Barilaro’s ‘brumby bill’ has been a catastrophe for the high country
Clive Hamilton
Professor at Charles Sturt University in Canberra
Witness K became a scapegoat of the powerful
Susan Connelly
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Property bydomain
Sydney first-home buyers need seven years to save for a house
Sydneysiders have it tougher than anywhere else in the nation as the pandemic property boom pushes the time it takes to enter the market to record highs.
Victorian manor trades for almost $1.4 million above reserve
The vendors pocketed a handsome windfall with the four-bedroom inner-west home selling for more than $2 million above what they paid for it three years ago.
Life & Culture
Rose Matafeo’s romcom Starstruck is another triumph for Kiwi comedy
The 29-year-old comic channelled two of her obsessions into her warm and very funny show; a love of romantic comedies and a fascination with celebrity culture.
Sport
Updated
State of Origin
Finucane back in Blues squad as Maroons gamble on Walsh
Brad Fittler has turned to one of the most dependable forwards in the game as part of his extended squad following Jake Trbojevic’s injury.
‘Most dangerous side in Europe’: Why France are being compared to All Blacks
Scott Johnson says it would be a mistake to believe the French will be vulnerable because a number of stars won’t tour Australia for three Tests against the Wallabies.
Analysis
NRL 2021
‘Miracle worker required’: Sheens’ new job just got a lot tougher at Tigers
Tim Sheens will be tasked with trying to work out what’s going wrong at the Tigers, and his relationship with Michael Maguire will make for compelling viewing.
Jamieson swings WTC final towards New Zealand after blitzing India
The Black Caps reached 101-2 at stumps on the third day to trail India by 116 runs after a five-wicket haul by Kyle Jamieson. The Kiwi pace ace now has an average of 14.13.
Ten-man Wales survive Italy loss to make knockout stage, lifeline for the Swiss
Italy had already guaranteed their spot, while Wales finished ahead of Switzerland on goal difference. The Swiss will need to await the outcome of the other group games.
Raiders face sanction for 18th man bungle as Ravalawa faces another ban
The NRL has asked for reports on how a Raiders rookie was mistakenly allowed to make his debut as the Dragons were also dragged into another post-match drama.
Titans 24 Sea Eagles 56
Match report
‘That’s just the way he plays’: Trbojevic stars again as Manly raise bat
The Sea Eagles trailed by 16 points at the half-time break. The second half had to be seen to be believed.
Have Your Say
High crimes and low misdemeanours: Why NRL’s crackdown misses target
The NRL’s drive to stamp out high contact fails to acknowledge that the tackler is nearly twice as likely to undergo a HIA than the ball-carrier.
