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Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Australians should leave Lebanon now after two citizens killed, federal government warns
Militant group Hezbollah said one of the Australian brothers killed in the Israeli airstrike was part of its group, but Sydney-based friends say the other brother killed had nothing to do with terrorist organisation.
From Mt Druitt to Vaucluse, teacher-to-student ratios ranked from best to worst
In Sydney’s most affluent areas, teacher-to-student ratios lag private schools, but in other parts of the city, the situation is reversed.
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Courts
Ex-law firm partner to be sentenced over child abuse material
A judge said the 66-year-old Sydney man was not “facing the facts” of his offending, which included sending a video containing the abuse of a child as young as six.
From Miss Australia to oil boss: Suellen Osborne’s nation-building plan
An Australian company wants to develop onshore oil and gas in Timor-Leste that may help arrest the tiny country’s alarming decline in government revenue.
Half of beachgoers read the most common safety flags wrong. Are you one of them?
What is a shore dump and a shore break? Is swim between the flags a clear instruction? Take our surf safety quiz to find out if you really know your beach signs.
Teenage boy killed by shark at remote South Australian beach
A teenager has died following a shark attack off South Australia’s Yorke Peninsula.
Marsh and Smith come to rescue as tourists rue another costly slip-up
Australia collapsed to 4-16 before being rescued by a 153-run partnership by Mitchell Marsh and Steve Smith.
‘That one stung a little bit’: Marsh hurting over missed century
As it happened: All the day three action as Australia and Pakistan continued the Boxing Day Test at the MCG.
Paramount heiress prepares to bow out as Hollywood streaming wars turn ugly
After years spent battling to gain control of the US media giant, Shari Redstone may now be calling time on her stint at the helm.
Opinion
City life
Sydney doesn’t have enough rooftop bars. I think I know why
Over-regulation and a nimby culture have conspired to deny the harbour city more rooftop bars.
Lyndon Gannon
City of Sydney councillor
What’s the best milk for the planet ... and other most Googled environment questions answered
We’ve all done a sneaky online search about issues we’re not sure about, so let’s look at the top environmental queries.
Man trapped in wreckage of crashed truck survives on rainwater for six days
The man was pinned tightly inside the crushed vehicle – his mobile phone agonisingly out of reach, preventing him from calling for aid.
Analysis
Israeli-Palestinian conflict
How the watermelon emoji got tied up in the Israel-Hamas war
On and off social media, watermelons are being used as a symbol to communicate solidarity with Palestinians – but the story goes back much further than the current conflict.
Callie Holtermann
New York Times sues Microsoft and OpenAI for copyright infringement
The lawsuit contends that millions of articles published by the Times were used to train automated chatbots.
Dawn French quit show with Jennifer Saunders after ‘humiliating’ skit
The comedy duo retired their TV sketch show French & Saunders in 2008 after French performed a skit with Anastacia dressed in the singer’s signature cowgirl look.
The most stylish people of 2023 (including runner-up Margot Robbie)
Princess Kate and Troye Sivan may have missed out, but this year’s best-dressed celebrities deserve their trip to the top of the list.
Opinion
Restaurant news
Breakfast at bills felt like any other day. It was anything but
Ex-local Charlotte Grieve reflects on the restaurant that was pivotal to her Darlinghurst upbringing. And the dish that must never change.
Charlotte Grieve
Investigative Journalist with The Age, Sydney Morning Herald.
Sydney
What can we expect from the weather on New Year’s Eve in Sydney?
Those hoping to see the fireworks may need to brave humidity, rain and clouds.
Toddler drowns in backyard pool, search for missing teenager called off
The two-year-old girl died after she was pulled from a backyard pool in northern NSW. Police have also suspended the search for a teenager swept out to sea on the South Coast.
NSW Mental Health Commission faces complaints of ‘toxic workplace culture’
An annual survey reveals the number of employees who would recommend the state government body as a great place to work has nearly halved since 2017.
Brayden told his mother he had a fever. Twenty-four hours later, he was dead
After a second Christmas without her son, Stacey Chater is fighting to make the vaccine that could have saved him free for all babies and teenagers.
The plan to build thousands of apartments at Central Station
The NSW government wants to transform the land around Sydney’s busiest train station. One leading architect says they should look to Paris or Chicago for inspiration.
Politics
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Political leadership
Wong tops list of popular politicians – and a former hero now comes last
The exclusive survey highlights the intense dislike for some of the nation’s most recognised politicians.
Business
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Sharemarket
Shares near all-time high as Australian dollar climbs
The Australian sharemarket is within 14 points of setting an all-time high after the local index rallied again on the back of rising iron prices.
World
Israeli bombardments continue, almost all 2.3m Gazans forced from homes
Israel’s military reported three more soldiers killed in action in Gaza, bringing total military losses to 166 since ground operations began.
Opinion
Less kicking, fewer subs and faster scrums: My rugby wishlist for 2024
Warren Gatland
Head coach, Wales national rugby team
Labor’s stumbles distract from the albatross around Dutton’s neck
Paul Sakkal
Federal politics reporter
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Property
The luxurious holiday home rentals that cost up to $150,000 a night
Rich summer visitors to Sydney are paying up to stay in the lap of absolute luxury, but there is better value around.
From a Greek island to Hamptons-style: The best beach houses around the world
Dreaming of a holiday home on the beach? If money’s no object, choose from an estate in a star-studded town or an entire private island.
Good Food
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10 brilliant Bill Granger recipes
Lifestyle
No plans? No worries: 10 of the best Sydney venues to celebrate New Year’s Eve in style
From walk-in bars to set price food and drink packages, these hotspots are putting on a fittingly fine show for the last night of 2023.
Culture
Thank you 2023, for giving us Jacob Elordi and delivering a Gwynnocent verdict
From Rihanna’s return to the spotlight, the juggernaut of Barbie and Oppenheimer and the Matildas’ triumph, we look back on the year in pop culture and the lessons for 2024.
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Boxing Day Test
Dad was a bundle of nerves, but bold Marsh revives Australia
He fell agonisingly short of a century, but it’s no easy thing to bat as courageously as Mitchell Marsh does for Australia - certainly not at 4-16
Marsh and Smith come to rescue as tourists rue another costly slip-up
Australia collapsed to 4-16 before being rescued by a 153-run partnership by Mitchell Marsh and Steve Smith.
Analysis
Boxing Day Test
The botched slips catch that said it all for Pakistan
Pakistan deal themselves into the Boxing Day Test, and out of it, and just possibly back in again, all in a typical Pakistan day.
‘I’m all in’: Warner in middle of club v country clash, could miss Windies series
David Warner is exploring taking a helicopter from his brother’s wedding so he can play for Sydney Thunder in the BBL, as club versus country flashpoint beckons.
‘I can’t believe that result’: LawConnect claims dramatic Sydney to Hobart win
LawConnect, runner-up in the past three events, edged across the finish line 51 seconds ahead of Andoo Comanche not long after 8am (AEDT) on Thursday.
Opinion
International rugby
Less kicking, fewer subs and faster scrums: My rugby wishlist for 2024
Through the World Cup in France, the team that registered the most kicking metres enjoyed roughly an 80 per cent win rate. It is a damning statistic.
Warren Gatland
Head coach, Wales national rugby team
Analysis
Boxing Day Test
Why Australia need Smith and Labuschagne to be great again
Their importance to the team will be magnified by the fact whoever replaces David Warner will struggle to match his output.
Have Your Say
The Magic Ticket part three: A free pass to the best moments in Sydney sporting history
Willy Wonka gave out Golden Tickets, but we’ve handed out Magic Tickets to give our journalists the Christmas gift of a free pass to any sporting event ever held in Sydney.
