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Lehrmann and Higgins shared ‘passionate kiss’ at club, court told
Former defence department staffer Lauren Gain was asked about a message she sent which read: “Brittany hooked up with Bruce.”
Breaking
Defamation
ABC paid $150,000 to settle Lehrmann defamation claim
Documents released by the Federal Court on Wednesday reveal the terms of Bruce Lehrmann’s settlement with the national broadcaster.
Opinion
WestConnex
The Rozelle Interchange is working exactly as planned
The interchange was built primarily to funnel traffic in and out of the for-profit WestConnex toll road. So traffic approaching Anzac Bridge from Victoria Road was always going to suffer.
Christopher Standen
Research fellow
Higher interest rates, tax payments drive real incomes to record lows
The national economic figures show households were already struggling before the Reserve Bank board lifted interest rates in November.
‘I will not be apologising’: Dreyfus shouts at reporter
The attorney-general has lost his temper at a Sky News reporter, saying he would not be apologising for upholding the rule of law.
Fourth man charged after release from detention
A Sudanese-born man, released from indefinite detention following the High Court’s decision, allegedly breached the conditions of his Commonwealth visa by failing to observe his curfew obligations.
Canada 1-0 Matildas
Matildas
Doh Canada: Matildas struggle again as retiring legend takes centre stage
This was not a bad performance, but it was equally not a good one from an Australian first team that struggled to fill a new brief against the Olympic champions.
Updated
Test cricket
Johnson and Warner on collision course: Ex-bowler to call first Test in Perth
Mitchell Johnson and David Warner remain on a collision course in Perth with confirmation from his management that the fast-bowling great would be calling the first Test.
Pillow torque? Husband and wife probe sparks Formula 1 storm
World motorsport’s governing body has opened an investigation into Toto and Susie Wolff following complaints from F1 rivals about a possible conflict of interest.
Tim Minchin weighs in on STC pro-Palestinian protest furore
The performer reportedly said three actors who wore traditional keffiyeh scarves at the opening night of The Seagull were living in leftie glass bubbles.
Sydney heatwave warning: Temperatures set to hit 40s
Sydney will swelter through temperatures in the 40s this weekend as a heatwave blankets most of NSW, bringing with it heightened bushfire risk.
Aerial culling of Kosciuszko feral horses labelled a success
Just months after the NSW government approved the aerial shooting of feral horses in Kosciuszko National Park, figures suggest it is working.
Opinion
Schools
Singapore has the world’s best school system for one key reason
Australia teaches most of its students the same material at the same time, but there is a growing push toward a more targeted approach.
Geoff Masters
Education researcher
Exclusive
Melbourne Fashion Festival
Legging it: P.E Nation to unveil ‘reposition’ of brand with major show
The activewear brand co-founded by Pip Edwards will take centre stage at next year’s Melbourne Fashion Festival, in a spot usually given to high-end designers.
Analysis
Investing
Trading platforms look to entice new investors as COVID boom fades
Share-trading platforms are adding features to win a greater share of the slowing number of new investors.
The 18 best Christmas gifts for the travel-obsessed
Some are very cheap, some are very pricey, but all will likely please anyone with a thirst for adventure.
Review
Rozelle
Inner west pub swaps pokies for pâté at its buzzy new French bistro
The old gaming room at this Darling Street pub is now serving up Sydney rock oysters, steak frites and lemon tart.
Forget Cary Grant, Jason Isaacs has a crack at playing Archie Leach
In Archie, the Harry Potter alumni was determined to look behind the facade of one of Hollywood’s most famous actors.
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Opinion
Inside China
Warning shot: China put on notice as it tries to fix its economic mess
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
Just in
Sydney
Exclusive
Roads
Secret plans to expand capacity of Anzac Bridge, motorway dumped
The plan would have enabled greater capacity for commuters who are now jammed in bottlenecks approaching the Anzac Bridge as a result of the opening of the Rozelle interchange.
‘Hand of Death’ killer found criminally responsible for murder and jail attack
Kevin James Pettiford unsuccessfully argued a defence of mental health impairment for killing a homeless man and the attempted murder of an inmate with razors.
Guy Sebastian’s ex-manager to face retrial after convictions quashed
An appeal court has quashed Titus Day’s convictions and ordered that he face a retrial on allegations of embezzling the pop star’s earnings.
The 200 white cans taking Sydney’s temperature three million times
The City of Sydney and Western Sydney University will install 200 temperature gauges across to measure how heat affects the city.
Police officer hands over passport after Clare Nowland manslaughter charge
Senior Constable Kristian White has turned over his passport as the prosecution argues his upgraded charges mean he could be more of a flight risk.
Politics
Albanese’s $3.5b GST sweetener clinches state support for NDIS deal
The agreement extends a costly federal pledge on the GST until at least 2031 to settle angry disputes with the premiers over cuts to state revenue.
Business
Analysis
Investing
Trading platforms look to entice new investors as COVID boom fades
Share-trading platforms are adding features to win a greater share of the slowing number of new investors.
World
‘Unimaginable cruelty’: Joe Biden says Hamas raped, mutilated women during Israel assault
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also said he had heard stories of sexual abuse at a meeting with hostages returned by Hamas, which turned acrimonious.
Opinion
A century ago, it was predicted we’d work just 15 hours a week by 2030. What happened?
Shane Wright
Senior economics correspondent
Singapore has the world’s best school system for one key reason
Geoff Masters
Education researcher
Take the long view on immigration, it might surprise you
Matt Wade
Senior economics writer
Back to work like it’s 2018, and the pandemic never happened
Claire Gallagher
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Property
Bank of Mum and Dad be warned if your kids didn’t get an $89,000 pay rise
The income needed to afford a typical house has soared by tens of thousands of dollars since interest rate rises began – but home buyers have found a workaround.
Our eight favourite luxury homes for sale right now
From a period residence to a futuristic home by the beach, we’ve rounded up our favourite luxury listings.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Exclusive
Melbourne Fashion Festival
Legging it: P.E Nation to unveil ‘reposition’ of brand with major show
The activewear brand co-founded by Pip Edwards will take centre stage at next year’s Melbourne Fashion Festival, in a spot usually given to high-end designers.
Culture
Star-studded cast examines American anxiety in Netflix thriller
Julia Roberts, Mahershala Ali and Ethan Hawke star in Leave the World Behind, a psychological thriller executive produced by Barack and Michelle Obama.
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Canada 1-0 Matildas
Matildas
Doh Canada: Matildas struggle again as retiring legend takes centre stage
This was not a bad performance, but it was equally not a good one from an Australian first team that struggled to fill a new brief against the Olympic champions.
Updated
Test cricket
Johnson and Warner on collision course: Ex-bowler to call first Test in Perth
Mitchell Johnson and David Warner remain on a collision course in Perth with confirmation from his management that the fast-bowling great would be calling the first Test.
The selection puzzle facing Socceroos before Asian Cup quest
Australia must perform well at the tournament to shore up their 2026 World Cup chances, but a scheduling conundrum means Graham Arnold may not be able to select everyone he wants.
Pillow torque? Husband and wife probe sparks Formula 1 storm
World motorsport’s governing body has opened an investigation into Toto and Susie Wolff following complaints from F1 rivals about a possible conflict of interest.
Opinion
Peter V'Landys
‘Racing subsidises government’: V’landys’ new battle for control of Racing NSW
Many reckon the loss of his long-time chairman Russell Balding was Peter V’landys’ heaviest defeat as a sporting administrator. But don’t count him out yet.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
You’ve never heard of Brandon or his Chiefs. But they’re one of Australia’s best teams
Rugby league, soccer and rugby union clubs make up the top three spots in Gain Line Analytics’ latest team rankings.
Should tennis take on footy? Who can beat Novak? Australian greats have their say
We asked Sam Stosur, Paul McNamee, Wayne Arthurs and Sam Groth about some of the biggest issues in tennis. They didn’t always agree.
Have Your Say
Why the Poms are loving the Johnson and Warner circus
Pass the gin and tonics, sit back and enjoy the show. There’s nothing us Brits like better than seeing our Aussie tormentors turn on each other.
