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New Premier to overhaul crisis cabinet, scrap 11am pressers

New Premier to overhaul crisis cabinet, scrap 11am pressers

Mr Perrottet also flagged changes to the NSW COVID-19 road map on, with the former treasurer promising to prioritise business and consumer confidence in the months ahead.

Minister claims car park program ‘very transparent’, won’t release documents

Minister claims car park program ‘very transparent’, won’t release documents

Paul Fletcher says he’s focused on delivering the car parks promised in a scheme that heavily favoured Liberal seats.

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Conservative Christians in Sydney not fundamentalist

NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet.

Religion is under the spotlight, particularly its conservative faiths. But if you’re worried about their power in politics, think again.

John Sandeman
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ABC staff threaten revolt over cuts to pay-boosting scheme

ABC journalists have reacted furiously to management plans to cut guaranteed pay for about 70 employees.

‘Only trying to help’: MacGill’s brother-in-law denies organising kidnapping

Stuart MacGill arrest composite.

“I didn’t know that was going to happen,” Marino Sotiropoulos allegedly told an undercover office of MacGill’s abduction.

Pacific nations refuse to be the canary in the climate coal mine

As the Glasgow climate talks loom the small island nations with the most at stake are demanding real action from their more powerful neighbours, Australia included.

‘Nothing can be swept under the carpet’: FA to set up complaints process

Football Australia will partner with Sports Integrity Australia for an independent complaints system for harassment, abuse and misconduct in women’s football.

Sport can’t hit the snooze button again on abuse claims

Lisa de Vanna in action for Australia. She was subject to bullying during her Matildas career.

Media reports this week of gross abuse in swimming and women’s soccer should prompt sport to renew its vigilance.

Greg Baum
Greg Baum

Sports columnist

Eyebrows Queen Kristin Fisher arriving at Waverley Local Courts. October 6, 2021. Photo: Rhett Wyman/SMH
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‘Stain on our community’: Magistrate’s warning after conviction annulled

Sydney’s celebrity eyebrow queen was given a stern warning that a reputation can be built over years only to be destroyed in an instant.

How to choose a smart assistant for your home

Amazon’s Echo Show 15 is a smart display you can hang on your wall.

With Amazon’s latest Alexa devices, is it time to introduce a smart assistant to your house?

Classes begin at Liverpool’s postgraduate Beatles degree

The academic who founded the course looked out at 11 eager students. One wore a Yoko Ono shirt; another had a yellow submarine tattoo.

Adele’s 30 era is approaching. What can we expect?

Adele’s 30 era is coming. What can we expect?

The pop superstar is finally releasing her long-awaited follow-up to 2015’s chart-busting 25.

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School asks parents, relatives for their vaccination certificates
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School asks parents, relatives for their vaccination certificates

Private schools are asking students for their vaccination status, with Moriah College in the eastern suburbs going further.

Valuer General strips powers from staff to decide on compo for property owners

Property acquisitions near the site of the new international airport at Badgerys Creek have been controversial.

The move has sparked concerns it will lead to more delays in determining compensation owed to people whose properties are forcibly acquired.

‘Mind-boggling’ excuses given for closing operating theatre for years

‘Mind-boggling’ excuses given for closing operating theatre for years

A mayor’s tale of woe from one country hospital is part of a litany of healthcare problems in rural and regional NSW.

Coroner talks restart search for Aboriginal man last seen by police

Gordon’s cousin, Lisa Duncan, mother, Narelle Copeland, and auntie, Lesley Fernando, at the Gwydir River this morning.

Another search has begun for Gordon Copeland, who was last seen entering a river near Moree in NSW by police nearly four months ago.

Gang rapist Mohammed Skaf released from prison

Gang rapist Mohammed Skaf released from prison

Skaf spent 21 years in prison for his role in attacks on Sydney schoolgirls.

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It's about to get harder to borrow. What does that mean for property prices?

The typical home buyer will have their maximum borrowing capacity reduced by about 5 per cent in a new lending clampdown.

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Former Matildas star Lisa De Vanna alleges she was a victim of sexual harassment, grooming and bullying throughout her career.

‘Nothing can be swept under the carpet’: FA to set up independent complaints process

Football Australia will partner with Sports Integrity Australia for an independent complaints system for harassment, abuse and misconduct in women’s football.

Wests Tigers fullback Daine Laurie in a Penrith Panthers jersey on Sunday.
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NRL 2021

‘Really dumb on my behalf’: Tigers star remorseful after jersey drama

Wests Tigers star Daine Laurie concedes it was a terrible look being photographed in a Panthers jersey while celebrating his former club’s grand final win.

England captain Joe Root with the Ashes and Australian skipper Tim Paine.
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Straight talk won Root over to Ashes plan: Australian cricketers’ chief

England’s captain Joe Root has committed to the men’s Ashes, after the touring players’ remaining questions were answered.

Benji Marshall will hang up the boots.
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NRL 2021

‘I finish on my terms’: Tearful Benji thanks Bennett as he farewells rugby league

During his retirement speech, Benji Marshall revealed his playing career would have ended long ago if not for the influence of Wayne Bennett.

Manu Vatuvei played more than 220 games for the Warriors and 29 Tests for New Zealand.

Warriors legend admits to importing meth in New Zealand court

Manu Vatuvei had previously denied any involvement and earlier this year said he would ‘fight for his innocence’ after outing himself as the sportsman behind the charges.

Lisa de Vanna in action for Australia. She was subject to bullying during her Matildas career.

Sport can’t hit the snooze button again on abuse claims

Media reports this week of gross abuse in swimming and women’s soccer should prompt sport to renew its vigilance.

Greg Baum
Greg Baum

Sports columnist

Harry Souttar is looming as Australia’s next Premier League star, according to Socceroos coach Graham Arnold.

‘So much potential’: Why EPL clubs are wild about Socceroo Souttar

Born and raised in Scotland but with an Australian mother, Harry Souttar has emerged as one of the Socceroos’ most important players.

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