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NSW votes
Full election results
Labor’s majority government in the balance as independents promise supply
Labor has a secure hold on 45 seats and is ahead by small margins in two more, with almost 60 per cent of the statewide vote counted.
New Labor ministry to be briefed on floods, trains and fish kills
Premier-elect Chris Minns’ senior leadership team will be sworn into a handful of key portfolios on Tuesday as the new government seeks immediate briefings on a range of issues.
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NSW Votes
NSW Liberal leadership down to three-way race
Outgoing planning minister Anthony Roberts is considered a reliable “placeholder” leader that can guide immediate reform of a Liberal Party in crisis after its horror election loss.
‘I made an error’: Angry Teo disputes claims in fiery evidence
A disciplinary hearing has heard that a missing MRI scan has now been found amid a testy exchange.
Ex-SAS soldier charged with war crime could be targeted by extremists, court told
A barrister has argued a former special forces soldier is at risk of “grave harm” from Islamic extremists if his name is published.
Voice split gets personal as PM rebukes Leeser: ‘Have the courage to stand up’
Anthony Albanese used question time to scold the opposition’s Julian Leeser, who advised on the design of the Voice before entering parliament.
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Income tax
Spender to hold own tax summit - wants more than a dusty document
The MP for one of the richest electorates in the country will bring together some of the best tax minds in the country for her own summit.
Opinion
Emissions
Labor is just pretending to be tough on climate change
Labor’s safeguard mechanism legislation has loopholes so wide open as to make a coalminer sing.
Ross Gittins
Economics Editor
Gay MP lodges complaint about alleged slur on her family by Labor MP
Government backbencher Sam Rae has denied yelling “at least I have my own children” at Liberal opponent Angie Bell during her parliamentary speech about childcare
Opinion
Work therapy
‘Yuk!’: Outburst that stopped a smelly workplace problem
By all means, make it clear to your colleague that the stink is making your stomach turn but think carefully about how you go about it.
Jonathan Rivett
Freelance writer
Adobe, Canva locked in mortal combat with each other and AI
Graphic-design heavyweight Adobe and Australian design software maker Canva both hope to harness artificial intelligence to sharpen up their wares.
‘Don’t let the door hit you on the arse on way out’: Gus savages Suaalii
Gould launched a defiant plea for the game to sever ties with the Sydney Roosters centre despite having almost two seasons to run on his deal in the NRL.
Origin contender Olakau’atu in line for immediate payday with Woods swap
Haumole Olakau’atu has burst into the State of Origin frame with a stunning start to the season for Manly, and could also be the beneficiary of a mid-season swap.
How much we’re spending in huge shopping centres revealed
New sales figures show the 10 biggest malls across the country are pulling in huge amounts of money.
Opinion
Culture wars
Michelangelo a genius? No, just a filthy little boy
When extremism takes over, it is critical elements of our history and culture that suffer.
Brad Emery
Freelance writer
Sam Neill’s ‘accidental’ memoir, like the man, is a real charmer
The self-deprecatory way the actor writes about himself makes it seem as if he’s deliberately set out to dismantle his screen persona.
Prince Harry arrives for UK court hearing against Daily Mail publisher
Harry has brought a lawsuit against Associated Newspapers alongside other famous figures, including singer Elton John.
NSW election
Analysis
NSW Votes
The two maps that show how western Sydney deserted the Liberals
The Coalition’s electoral presence in Sydney’s west has been dramatically curtailed.
Analysis
NSW Votes
‘People lost faith in Dom and didn’t think he could be trusted with public services’
Just months ago, Labor strategists were worried: Dominic Perrottet’s profile was rising, but Chris Minns remained an enigma to voters.
Sydney
Barry built the dunny behind his beach shack. Now the block’s worth more than $2 million
Long-time owners of traditional beach shacks are facing hefty land tax bills because nostalgic Sydneysiders with cash to burn have pushed up property prices.
Taronga Zoo restaurant Me-Gal opens to the public
Operated by catering giant Trippas White, the venue’s vista stretches across Sydney Harbour, the Opera House and city skyline.
‘Vigilantes’ target cyclists on new $15 million bike path
Tacks and nails have been thrown on to a new multimillion-dollar bike and walking track in northern NSW in an act of sabotage that has left riders stranded and the local community fuming.
In this sleepy Sydney suburb, a 24-hour venue is thriving
Forestville has become an unlikely champion for a 24-hour economy, as the home of Sydney’s first library that never sleeps.
The $1.2 million playground upgrade at the centre of eastern suburbs stoush
A Rose Bay playground is due for a major upgrade, but expansion plans have attracted opposition from a sailing club and locals who say it will reduce harbour access.
NRL 2023
Crichton returns to Roosters fold after bipolar diagnosis
Angus Crichton was back at Roosters HQ on Monday as he builds toward an NRL comeback after being diagnosed with bipolar disorder.
Opinion
Investment watch: What are good young players worth to Australian rugby?
After the decision to poach NRL player Joseph Suaalii, we need to talk about how Rugby Australia invests in talent - and when.
Michael Atkinson
Nine Network presenter, reporter and broadcaster
Politics
National Gallery won’t have to ‘hold the roof up with Blue Poles’ after lifeline
The May budget will contain much-needed funding for cultural institutions as Arts Minister Tony Burke said the previous government had deliberately let run them down.
Business
‘Business is strong’: Retail billionaire Solomon Lew shrugs off spending headwinds
The owner of Peter Alexander and Smiggle plans to open 30 new stores for each brand as it eyes overseas growth.
World
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World politics
Netanyahu’s coalition plunged into chaos as protests widen
The Israeli PM’s coalition was plunged into chaos after mass protests over the sacking of his defence chief piled pressure on the government to halt contested plans to overhaul the judiciary.
Opinion
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Property
Tamarama owners cash in on $13 million beachside auction sale
Bidding opened at $8.8 million, went up in increments of $500,000 and just 5 minutes and $13 million later, the block was facing demolition.
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Title Deeds
Drinking a scotch with a harbour view: Art dealer’s $8.8 million property buy
Denis Savill will trade Edgecliff for a sub-penthouse in Elizabeth Bay, where he hopes to spend his twilight years sitting back.
Good Food
Lifestyle
The brand that’s too cool to be mispronouncing
Danish designer Anine Bing has quickly grown from an influencer brand to a luxury label.
Culture
Agatha Christie books the latest to have offensive material removed
Poirot and Miss Marple mysteries have had passages reworked or removed entirely to erase potentially offensive material.
Sport
‘Don’t let the door hit you on the arse on way out’: Gus savages Suaalii
Gould launched a defiant plea for the game to sever ties with the Sydney Roosters centre despite having almost two seasons to run on his deal in the NRL.
Closer games help NRL post record attendance figures
More fans have attended matches through the first four rounds of the NRL season than in any year since the competition began 25 years ago.
‘Joseph wants more’: Wallabies weigh into cross-code stoush
The coveted signature of Roosters talent Joseph Suaalii has stoked the fires of tribalism between rugby and league.
Crichton returns to Roosters fold after bipolar diagnosis
Angus Crichton was back at Roosters HQ on Monday as he builds toward an NRL comeback after being diagnosed with bipolar disorder.
‘Special talent’: Manly’s plan to stop Koula following Suaalii back to rugby
Manly will crank up negotiations with centre Tolutau Koula in the hope he doesn’t follow good mate Joseph Suaalii back to rugby.
Opinion
Australian soccer
‘What more can we do?’ Man behind ‘Grey Wiggle’ blasts new penalty rules
Socceroos goalkeeping coach John Crawley says new rules limiting keepers’ movement at penalties are a knee-jerk reaction to the successes of Andrew Redmayne and Emiliano Martinez.
Vince Rugari
Reporter
Origin contender Olakau’atu in line for immediate payday with Woods swap
Haumole Olakau’atu has burst into the State of Origin frame with a stunning start to the season for Manly, and could also be the beneficiary of a mid-season swap involving Dragons veteran Aaron Woods.
Have Your Say
Team of the week: Dally M king makes stunning return as Rabbitohs stars pay tribute to Sattler
Did you think Nicho Hynes would be a little bit rusty? Think again as the NRL’s best player last year raced straight into team of the week honours.
