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Labor braces for storm, warns families of power bill hike
There was a grim forecast in Labor’s first budget in nine years, warning of soaring prices and slowing economic growth.
‘The job of reform is never done’: PM flags future discussion on tax changes
Tuesday night’s budget retained the much-discussed stage three tax cuts, but Anthony Albanese said his government would “have a discussion with the Australian people over the coming years about reform”.
‘Overall, I’m not impressed’: Voters give their verdict
We spoke to retirees, parents, business owners and students about their reaction to the Albanese government’s first budget. The responses were mixed.
Opinion
Cost of living
Chalmers has had the guts to admit what Morrison could not
This budget won’t make your life cheaper in the short term, but it’s the best shot we have at bringing rampant price pressures to heel.
Jessica Irvine
Senior economics writer
Who are the winners and losers in this budget?
Your guide to who gained the most – and who missed out – in the federal budget.
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State Parliament
‘Over-designed’ megaprojects driving up costs and emissions: Stokes
Megaprojects are being over-engineered with unnecessary, costly materials driving up the price and carbon footprint, the infrastructure minister says.
More than half of NSW politicians own multiple properties
One NSW politician owns 12 properties in a state where, on average, only one-fifth of his constituents own a second property.
Morrison government warned of risk in halting offshore NSW gas field
The former government denied the extension of a gas permit and is now being sued in the Federal Court by private company Asset Energy.
Investigation
Teo controversy
‘Not sorry that I operated’: Teo defends surgeries, apologises for outcomes
Speaking for the first time since revelations of patients being tragically injured, the brain surgeon said: “I’ve got to face that every day.”
Analysis
Coronavirus pandemic
What do we know about long COVID now?
The public submissions to Australia’s long COVID parliamentary inquiry make for tough but important reading.
Updated
Cyber security
‘Potentially irreparable’: Scale of Medibank hack worsens
The government has activated emergency provisions designed for the pandemic as part of an escalation of its response to the hack.
Updated
ICC Men’s World Cup
Stoinis hammers Australia back into T20 World Cup contention
Marcus Stoinis played a brilliant innings to set Australia back on course for a possible title defence.
Ashes tours, US fixture next year on NRL’s global agenda
An ARL Commission meeting on Wednesday could have ramifications for the promotion of the sport internationally.
‘Hanging by the tendon’: How crash turned Harry into a hooker
Harry Grant still has the zipper running the length of his right shin and a green and gold silver lining to two years spent on the sidelines through gruesome injuries.
Adidas ends partnership with Ye over antisemitic remarks
Ye’s remarks drew widespread criticism from Jewish groups, celebrities and others on social media who said the sportswear company was acting too slowly.
Rishi Sunak vows to ‘unite’ the UK as he appoints new cabinet
Rishi Sunak has become the third prime minister in two months after being invited to form a government by King Charles III.
US basketball star to be sent to penal colony after losing appeal
A Russian court has rejected US basketball star Brittney Griner’s appeal against her more than nine-year prison sentence on drug charges.
Federal budget
Analysis
Quest to become ‘one of the most gender-equal countries’
It will take some years for Labor’s new childcare and paid parental leave policies to take effect, but they will make it easier for families to juggle paid work and care.
How the budget affects you – from Gen Z to retirees
Families, small business owners and high-income earners also have something to gain from the budget.
Sydney
‘End is in sight’, but La Nina could finish the year with a ‘bang’
The La Nina weather system that has set record rainfall across much of Victoria and NSW is set to ease in December, according to the Bureau of Meteorology, with normal summer conditions to return early next year.
Perrottet’s wishes for ‘fair share’ of infrastructure cash fall on deaf ears
The Premier argued NSW should not be penalised for building “more road infrastructure than any other state”. But the state will receive just 17 per cent of federal funding, falling behind Victoria and Queensland.
‘Stop the imagery of Sydney being a Harbour Bridge and the Opera House’
Sydney must junk its reliance on pretty imagery and take itself seriously as a connected society, head of the Greater Cities Commission argues.
‘Team effort’: Perrottet heads to rain savaged state
Premier Dominic Perrottet made his way to Moree in the north of the state where about 4000 people had been affected by evacuations and floodwaters.
Guilty plea to Scott Johnson’s murder should be set aside, court told
Scott White did not understand what he was pleading to when he declared “I am guilty” in January, his lawyer has told an appeal.
Politics
Public hospital blow as time called on shared COVID-related funding
A deal to share COVID-related hospital costs equally between federal and state governments will end on New Year’s Eve, despite pleas from health ministers across the country.
Business
Woodside ‘ignoring investors’ by not putting climate plan to a vote
Woodside chief executive Meg O’Neill stands behind the gas producer’s climate plan rejected by 49 per cent of shareholders who will not be given the chance of a second vote in 2023.
World
Former US military pilot who worked in China arrested in Australia
Daniel Edmund Duggan was arrested in NSW following a request from the US, with sources saying he faces extradition over his alleged work in China.
Opinion
If the goal was to empower athletes, the netballers scored a big win
Jenna Price
Columnist and academic
Winter is coming: How Ukraine can use the cold to its advantage
Mick Ryan
Military leader and strategist
Trump for 2024? It’s all about justice
Nick Bryant
Journalist and author
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Property
More than half of NSW politicians own multiple properties
One NSW politician owns 12 properties in a state where, on average, only one-fifth of his constituents own a second property.
‘Sinking all the boats’: House price downturn hits double digits
Sydney property values have tumbled more than 10 per cent since the market peak, while values in Melbourne and Brisbane have fallen more than 6 per cent.
Lifestyle
I work with a married couple and it’s terrible. What should I do?
This couple are key team members who make decisions among themselves and aren’t open to suggestions. What can I do?
Culture
It’s obvious why this sensational novel won the Booker Prize
The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida is original, imaginative, romantic and grimly funny. It will have lasting effect.
Sport
Updated
ICC Men’s World Cup
Stoinis hammers Australia back into T20 World Cup contention
Marcus Stoinis played a brilliant innings to set Australia back on course for a possible title defence.
England are the most dominant rugby team ever. The Wallaroos believe they can beat them
England have won a record 28 Test matches in a row but Australia say they can cause an upset in the Women’s Rugby World Cup quarter-finals on Sunday.
Ashes tours and US fixture next year on NRL’s international agenda
An ARL Commission meeting on Wednesday could have ramifications for the promotion of the sport internationally.
Begg furious as ‘Aussie battler’ misses out to Waller import in Eagle field
Melbourne trainer Grahame Begg wants answers from Racing NSW handicappers after Chris Waller’s French import Welwal took the last place in the Golden Eagle field ahead of Begg’s Cardinal Gem.
Renshaw, Handscomb, Murphy in India Test frame
Matt Renshaw and Pete Handscomb are under consideration to return to Australia’s Test team in India after making the last tour there in 2017, while Todd Murphy’s rising star as a spin bowler should also put him firmly in the frame.
‘Hanging by the tendon’: How crash turned Harry into a hooker
Harry Grant still has the zipper running the length of his right shin and a green and gold silver lining to two years spent on the sidelines through gruesome injuries.
Samoan Joe v Robbo: Roosters collide as Suaalii trashes No.1 speculation
Someone’s World Cup campaign will end when Roosters old and new clash before sitting down to sort out Joseph Suaalii’s next contract.
Have Your Say
Sacking Anthony Griffin is only part of the solution for the Dragons
The St George Illawarra coach must go - but that’s not even the start of it for the beleaguered joint venture.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
