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The seven Sydney seats that will sway the NSW election
A string of marginal seats form a crucial battleground that both major parties are desperate to win.
‘Time to rise’: Christian activist charged after violent protest
Christian Sukkar allegedly called on “real boys” to shake up the LGBTQ activists planning to protest outside a south-west Sydney church.
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State Parliament
Minns confident he can retain his seat of Kogarah
“To the best of my understanding, I’m the only candidate running for the seat of Kogarah that actually lives in the Kogarah electorate,” Chris Minns said.
‘All hell broke loose’: Army helicopter crashes into Jervis Bay during exercise
Ten defence force personnel were on board the MRH-90 Taipan helicopter when the main rotor lost power and the chopper plunged into the water.
Vapes should not be legally sold in Australia, Butler says
“I’m committed to making sure we get this back under control because we absolutely must,” Health Minister Mark Butler said.
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Extremism
Senior neo-Nazi slips out of Australia to fight Russian army
Daniel Newman, a violent criminal with deep links to neo-Nazi leaders in NSW, flew to Asia this month before travelling to Ukraine.
‘Pockets of risk’: Sydney suburbs where properties are selling at a loss
More than one in 12 Sydney properties sold last quarter did so at a loss amid the deepening market downturn, and results for sellers in some hard-hit pockets were worse.
Murdoch told he will likely have to testify in Fox News case
Rupert Murdoch and Fox News TV hosts including Tucker Carlson will be expected to answer questions in person during the six-week trial.
Opinion
Global economy
The Fed just made its choice. It could have serious ramifications
The world’s leading central bank has opted to keep up the fight against inflation. There is a lot riding on the decision.
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
Huge offer on table in bid to tempt Suaalii to switch codes
If the Roosters youngster made the move to rugby, it would put him in the realms of top Wallabies earners Michael Hooper and Taniela Tupou.
Brad Arthur hasn’t rewatched the NRL grand final. If he did, this is what he’d learn
Parramatta were handed a rugby league lesson from the Panthers in last year’s decider. Here are five things they need to learn for the rematch on Thursday.
Opinion
Education
I’m a university lecturer and wokeism is stifling free debate in my classroom
In the classroom, I must be careful. The room is mined with topics that can explode without warning. “Racism” is one word that has triggered my students.
Yannick Thoraval
Academic and writer
Breaking
UK politics
British PM publishes his long-awaited six-figure tax bill
Rishi Sunak is one of the richest MPs in British Parliament, and his personal wealth is something opposition parties have often used as a political attack line.
Opinion
Inflation
Are we blaming the wrong people for the cost-of-living crisis?
Nasty bracket creep and a bit of post-COVID tax catch-up are zapping more household income than higher interest rates.
Cherelle Murphy
Chief economist, EY Oceania
Six foods that are better (and cheaper) for you frozen
From leafy greens to ready meals, the freezer is your friend when it comes to fast, affordable and healthy food.
Opinion
Sunday Life
My love affair with fashion shifted when the size of my body changed
For a shamefully long time, I was blissfully unaware of the fat-phobia and discrimination perpetrated by the labels I loved.
Jamila Rizvi
Columnist
NSW election
Former Labor leader can’t understand Minns’ position on poker machines
John Robertson, for whom Chris Minns worked as chief of staff, said he has avoided asking his former staffer “why he’s done what he’s done” on gaming reform.
People are flocking to this electorate on the promise of big builds. Now they’re waiting
The story of Penrith, an electorate on a knife’s edge in the state election, is more complicated than infrastructure failing to meet population growth.
Opinion
NSW Votes
Even if Minns labours to victory, there will be a party post-mortem
Alexandra Smith
State Political Editor
Sydney
Less philosophy, more skills: Radical shake-up for teacher training
The expert panel also proposed tighter standards so that teaching graduates can manage classrooms and poor behaviour.
High school teacher charged with assault after brawl inside classroom
Video footage from inside the classroom shows the moment a teacher appears to snap, allegedly assaulting a student.
The five words that led to a violent attack on a suburban Sydney street
It began with a simple social media post, and ended in a small group of LGBTQ activists being pelted with stones and glass by an angry mob.
Police issue public appeal over alleged Balmain bus flasher
Police have released photos of the man, who has numerous tattoos on his arms and legs.
Video shows LGBTQ protesters pleading for help outside Mark Latham event
Footage shows a large group of mostly men confronting about 15 LGBTQ protesters outside St Michael’s Church in Belfield.
GOOD FOOD
Recipe collection
50 of the best budget-friendly midweek meals
Same, same, but different as Bistro Moncur celebrates 30 years
It’s been three decades since Bistro Moncur opened in Woollahra – so does it still stack up?
How to get pork crackling that really crackles
Meet Jill Dupleix’s new column, Know-how, with tips, tricks and kitchen techniques to make your life work.
Politics
Exclusive
Indigenous Voice
Albanese strikes key peace deal on Voice
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will secure a crucial agreement on the wording of the Voice referendum, avoiding a damaging split between Labor and Indigenous leaders.
Business
Exclusive
Gaming & wagering
News Corp executives walk away from Betr board
The moves have cast doubt on the state of the relationship between the Rupert Murdoch controlled-media company and its latest joint venture.
World
‘We are driving changes in the world together,’ Xi tells Putin as he departs Kremlin
The Chinese leader’s trip to Russia signalled no new progress in ending the bloody conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
Opinion
The cost-of-living crisis is real, but are we blaming the wrong people?
Cherelle Murphy
Chief economist, EY Oceania
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Property
The Sydney suburbs where properties are selling at a loss
More than one in 12 Sydney home owners selling their properties did so for a loss last quarter amid the ongoing market downturn, new figures show.
Twelve Tribes sect in $6 million property sell-off near Sydney
Almost 20 years after the religious sect settled in Picton, members are moving out, and their property put up for sale.
Good Food
Lifestyle
This chatbot helps women report racist attacks in Australia
Underreporting of racism in Australia is a huge problem, says the chatbot’s founder, who hopes it can help gather more data on women and racial abuse.
Culture
My cat is old and sick. Can a book get me inside his head?
When my partner and I adopted this cat, he was 13, and the most striking thing about him was his missing eye.
Sport
Analysis
NRL 2023
Eels haven’t worked out how to play with Josh Hodgson – they must learn quickly
All the focus will be on one side before the grand final rematch. The Eels have to find a way to notch a win – and fast.
Huge offer on table in bid to tempt Suaalii to switch codes
If the Roosters youngster made the move to rugby, it would put him in the realms of top Wallabies earners Michael Hooper and Taniela Tupou.
Dragons won’t have it all their own way if they want Ryles to replace Griffin
The Dragons have decided to get in early as they contemplate coaching options for 2024, but it might already be too late for one potential target.
Rugby bosses consider radical date switch for Wallabies
SANZAAR is discussing an overhaul of southern hemisphere rugby that could lead to the Rugby Championship Tests in March.
Zampa, Agar star as Australia claim series win in India
Australia have nabbed top spot on the ODI rankings after spinners Adam Zampa and Ashton Agar came to the rescue.
Brad Arthur hasn’t rewatched the NRL grand final. If he did, this is what he’d learn
Parramatta were handed a rugby league lesson from the Panthers in last year’s decider. Here are five things they need to learn for the rematch on Thursday.
Nine extends rugby deal as RA plots next chapter
Super Rugby Pacific will stay on Nine and Stan Sport until the end of 2025, but Rugby Australia wants more money for its next rights deal.
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Sporting theatre: Old-school coaches take centre stage in new NRL derby
Not only is it a derby, not only is it a top-of-the-table clash, but Friday night’s Broncos versus Dolphins match pits two of the most old-school characters in the game against each other.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
