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Development outrage
The mystery of Middle Harbour’s half-built mansion
A legal spat, a notorious private certifier and a mysterious artist’s impression have stirred controversy in this exclusive Sydney enclave.
$275 to see a GP: Australians priced out of life-saving skin cancer checks
Cancer experts want free screenings for high-risk patients to detect deadly melanomas before they take hold, as people delay checks due to rising out-of-pocket costs.
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NSW residential property
Owners of Mascot Towers apartments thrown a lifeline
Embattled owners have been given the opportunity to cancel their massive strata debts and outstanding mortgages so that they can restart their lives elsewhere.
Magic moment: Unheralded Aussie’s shocking statement in Nadal boilover
It could well be a victory that goes down in Australian sporting folklore. But for all the hometown euphoria, concerns emerged for the champion Spaniard in Brisbane.
Opinion
Australian cricket
Forget the haters, it’s still Cricket Australia who owe Warner an apology
Few athletes upend and distort how a sport is played. Tiger Woods more than traversed that threshold. In time, we’ll realise David Warner also passed that test.
Darren Kane
Sports Columnist
Updated
Test cricket
Hazlewood’s stunning over sets up centre stage for Warner farewell
David Warner appears destined to bow out of Test cricket a winner after Josh Hazlewood’s triple strike against Pakistan.
Bosses raise the pressure as work-from-home tension reaches ‘pivotal point’
Some companies have tied office attendance to pay in a bid to get employees back in the office; it could come with unintended consequences.
Overseas defence talent a target for poaching in major shift
Longstanding defence policy states that only citizens, with rare exceptions, can serve in the military. That could be about to change.
Analysis
Cybersecurity
The hackers holding Australia to ransom
Cyber attacks on companies are common enough, but will only become more so – and AI will drive an increase in their quality.
How Princess Mary breathed new life into Danish crown
Even staunch republicans concede that the soon-to-be queen has brought warmth and modernity to the royal family with her personality and charity work – and helped transform her husband from playboy to regent material.
From Nambucca Heads to Old Bar: where to buy a beach house on a budget
House prices in the highest-profile beach towns long ago soared past $1.5 million, but it’s still possible to make a sea change for less.
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Architecture
The Instagram odyssey helping one woman beat depression
Amanda Stelcova began her “Doors of Sydney” account to give her a reason to leave the house.
Opinion
Trump's America
The insurrection didn’t end on January 6. That’s when it began
Three years ago, democracy was attacked. The aftermath has only emboldened Donald Trump.
Bruce Wolpe
Senior fellow at the United States Studies Centre and former political staffer
David Soul, Starsky and Hutch star, dies at 80
The 1970s heart-throb, who co-starred as the blond half of the crime-fighting duo and also topped the music charts, has been remembered as a beloved family man.
Beware the four-metre seagulls ... Sydney Festival is back
Olivia Ansell is presenting her third program of the city’s annual summer extravaganza.
SUMMER IN SYDNEY
This linen-loving locale is close to home but a world away
With Double Bay, you’ve got to lean into the stereotype – it’s the only way it works.
It’s a great life in the prime minister’s backyard
There wouldn’t be many countries where you can bump into the prime minister at Woolies.
Sydney
Build higher density along Parramatta Road, prime minister says
In comments that back Premier Chris Minns in his fight against NIMBYs, Anthony Albanese has called for more density and development around transport corridors.
Blue gropers: How Sydney fell in love with the puppy dog of the sea
The story involves a state premier, a fish named Bluey, and a city’s love for its beaches.
For decades, passersby would peer into Nicolas’ shop. Nobody knew the real story behind this milk bar
The mysterious owner of Stanmore’s stuck-in-time Olympia Milk Bar has fascinated many, and scared others. Now, upon his death, his story can be revealed.
Lehrmann lawyers call for ‘substantial damages’ even if court finds he lied about sex
The Federal Court released written submissions on Friday in the former Liberal staffer’s defamation case against Ten and Lisa Wilkinson.
Man allegedly sexually assaulted woman, 76, in NSW aged care home
Police say the elderly resident managed to scratch at the 29-year-old man and run from the room after she was attacked in the early hours of New Year’s Day.
See & Do
Here’s the kind of inflation everyone can enjoy
Sculptor Michael Shaw loves blowing things up, and now he’s turned his attention to Sydney.
Gory and horrifying, this new Netflix series leaves Squid Game in the dust
This 10-hour historical monster martial arts prison epic is a mash-up of drama, sci-fi, romance and horror – and was designed to capitalise on Squid Game’s success.
Politics
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Liberal Party
Former Bishop, Payne adviser to challenge Wilson in battle for Goldstein
Lawyer Stephanie Hunt says the community wants relatable candidates who understand cost-of-living pressures.
Business
Macquarie faces claims of $636m in US profiteering class actions
The energy trading arm of Macquarie Group accused of illegally profiteered from a deadly 2021 ice storm by deliberately pushing up gas prices by more than 1000 per cent.
Opinion
Electric vehicles
Business won’t switch to EVs while tax lurks for guzzlers are so generous
Denise Mills
Accountant, freelance writer
World
Houthis defy international warnings, launch first ‘drone boat’ attack
The detonation of an unmanned vessel in the Red Sea did not damage any ships, but marked a significant escalation in their Gaza-related harassment campaign.
Opinion
New laws bring in the new year, but do they punish or enlarge us?
Malcolm Knox
Journalist, author and columnist
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Property
Why 2024 is the year of the home renovation
For anyone looking to renovate a home this year, the message is clear: do it sooner rather than later.
Why Sydney’s property price rebound could be coming to an end
Property prices have rebounded strongly, hitting new peaks in some areas, but signs have emerged of a market slowdown. What’s in store for prices this year?
Good Food
Lifestyle
Crown-ready: How Princess Mary prepared to dress like a queen
Elegance over trends – and an eye towards sustainability – has kept the Australian-born royal out of the style spotlight and ready to reign.
Opinion
Diet
I turned to the internet for dessert recipes. It was my saddest Google search ever
Kerri Sackville
Columnist and author
Culture
Analysis
Comedy
Gervais told me something that might explain his incendiary new show
His comments give an insight into his “take no prisoners” comedic approach in Armageddon. And for Netflix, it’s good for business.
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Opinion
Australian cricket
Forget the haters, it’s still Cricket Australia who owe Warner an apology
Few athletes upend and distort how a sport is played. Tiger Woods more than traversed that threshold. In time, we’ll realise David Warner also passed that test.
Darren Kane
Sports Columnist
Updated
Australian cricket
Hazlewood’s stunning over sets up centre stage for Warner farewell
David Warner appears destined to bow out of Test cricket a winner after Josh Hazlewood’s triple strike against Pakistan.
‘It’s refreshing, it’s daunting, it’s arousing’: A week in Sydney amateur boxing
‘The Paddo Punch On’ fight night features a colourful cast of characters, from a private-school educated promoter to a former NRL player and an actress stepping into the ring.
Opinion
Australian cricket
The giant on the outer who’s a great option to eventually replace Cummins
Tall Test batters aren’t common, but a big Western Australian looms as a great option to lead his nation.
Greg Chappell
Former Australian Test batsman
Magic moment: Unheralded Thompson’s shocking statement in Nadal boilover
It could well be a victory that goes down in Australian sporting folklore. But for all the hometown euphoria, concerns emerged for champion Rafael Nadal in Brisbane.
Analysis
Test cricket
Smith reinvention can rejuvenate Australian batting
Australia’s batting has been a little stale the past six months - swapping Steve Smith for David Warner would freshen things
The quiet Australian: Alex de Minaur is king of the incremental improvement
Two days after beating Novak Djokovic for the biggest scalp of his career, the 24-year-old still has virtually zero interest in talking himself up.
Have Your Say
Why money – not the weather – is the biggest threat to Sydney losing New Year’s Test
Cricket Australia wants more NSW government funding for the SCG to keep hosting the landmark Test, but will Chris Minns cough up?
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
