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Malcolm Turnbull’s son confirms he was approached by overseas operatives

Malcolm Turnbull with wife Lucy Turnbull, son Alex Turnbull, daughter Daisy Turnbull Brown and her then-husband James Brown in 2016.

Alex Turnbull, former prime minister Malcolm Turnbull’s son, made the revelation following ASIO chief’s explosive speech about foreign spies.

Are Australians really paying 27 per cent more tax? Fact-checking Dutton’s claim

Peter Dutton and Angus Taylor have made a series of strong claims attacking Labor’s economic record, and it’s getting louder in the lead-up to this weekend’s byelection.

Repeat rapist and ex-detainee charged with sex assault and stalking

The 43-year-old man was arrested days out from a byelection in which Labor’s handling of the High Court ruling has been a point of dispute.

Tyson Scholz posted this image from Greece in mid-2022.

‘ASX Wolf’ finfluencer flaunts Rolls-Royce after being declared bankrupt

Tyson Scholz’s glamorous online life was a key driver of his unlicensed investment advice business – until authorities came calling.

Uncomfortable, over budget, running late: Big problems for state’s new trains

Uncomfortable, over budget, running late: Big problems for state’s new trains

A peaceful journey will be a difficult option for passengers when the trains finally enter service almost $1 billion over budget.

Gutsy Green ton salvages tourists’ innings after top order falters

Cameron Green reached his seventh Test half-century.

It’s been more than three decades since New Zealand beat Australia in a Test series. Will Pat Cummins’ men continue that domination in Wellington in the first of two clashes?

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‘House of horror’ couple jailed over boy’s vile abuse

Julia Anne Bamforth and her husband Paul Robert Bamforth have been sentenced to decades in jail for the repeated abuse of an intellectually disabled boy.

Q+A episode was ABC’s most complained about

More than half of the issues raised in ABC content complaints in 2023 related to the Israel-Gaza war, the latest report from the broadcaster’s ombudsman has found.

Supporters of former US President Donald Trump wave flags outside Trump Tower in New York last month.

Trump says he may have to sell property as judge refuses bid to delay $690m fine

Lawyers for Trump said he might have to sell properties at fire-sale prices unless the court cuts him a break, a stunning acknowledgment of his financial limitations.

Gazan children are now dying of dehydration and malnutrition: ministry

Palestinians line up for a free meal in Rafah on Feberuary 16.

At least six children are confirmed to have died in two hospitals in the past day. The UN has warned repeatedly that Gazans are facing famine.

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Google’s AI isn’t too woke. But it is far too rushed

Google boss Sundar Pichai hasn’t been infected by the woke mind virus. He’s obsessed with growth and is neglecting the proper checks on his products.

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Sydney has more ocean pools than anywhere else. The true magic lies beneath

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Our love affair with these pools stretches back almost 200 years. But many now face a new threat.

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Bob Carr jumped at this Maroubra house 43 years ago. It’s now yours for $5m

Bob Carr’s Maroubra home goes to auction on April 6, ending 43 years ownership.

Most Sydney home owners have a favourite story about how they bought. As the former Labor premier prepares to sell, he shares his.

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Cruises

COVID-induced death of cruising was exaggerated – it’s now bigger than ever

The naysayers gloated at the height of the pandemic, as they watched the struggles of the cruise industry and predicted its total collapse.

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Brian Johnston

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The best pictures to cram before this year’s Oscars ceremony.

Where (and how) to watch this year’s Oscars nominees

Ten films are vying for best picture at the 96th Academy Awards. Here’s how to cram any you might have skipped and the correct order to watch them in.

What this woman went through at 16 was horrific. Now it’s an award-winning film

Dazed and confused: Mia McKenna-Bruce as Tara.

Molly Manning Walker’s new film How To Have Sex sprang from a single memory from her years clubbing in the Mediterranean.

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Love was in the air this February… as well as the aroma of juicy burgers fresh off the grill and apple and cherry cake warm from the oven.

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The Qantas float on Oxford Street during the 2020 Mardi Gras.

Luke Davies to be honoured on Qantas Mardi Gras float

Qantas will pay tribute to its former international flight attendant by placing his name on its float in Saturday’s parade, the airline has confirmed.

‘Evil choice’: Push for life in jail for ‘Hand of Death’ killer

Kevin Pettiford speaks to police after he was handcuffed on a bus.

Kevin Pettiford is awaiting sentence for the murder of a sleeping man he bludgeoned to death with rocks.

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Alleged CBD gunman ‘nursed grudge against victim’s brother’

Paramedics treat Van Cooney after a shooting on Castlereagh Street in Sydney’s CBD.

The 79-year-old man who allegedly burst into a CBD law firm and shot a property lawyer was allegedly motivated by a grudge against the lawyer’s brother.

Home alone and happy, thanks very much

Peter Simpson has lived alone for about 30 years and suspects he’d be a “terrible person” to live with.

Forget lonely-only, cats-and-wine clichés: solo dwellers are on the rise across much of the world – and flourishing.

Landlord ordered to repay tenant in repairs dispute

A Pyrmont apartment building.

A dispute over a faulty oven and broken dimmer switches rapidly escalated into a “retaliatory and unlawful” eviction notice.

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Rising from the ashes: Duo rekindles Notre-Dame’s musical spirit

Inspired by one of the world’s greatest buildings and the devastating fire that almost destroyed it, the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra is staging a unique concert.

Timothee Chalamet and Austin Butler cross swords.

Does the crazy epic Dune sequel live up to the hype?

Starring Timothee Chalamet and Zendaya, the sci-fi epic is set to be one of the biggest at the box office this year.

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Green battling to hold innings together as Kiwis strike

Green battling to hold innings together as Kiwis strike

It’s been more than three decades since New Zealand beat Australia in a Test series. Will Pat Cummins’ men continue that domination in Wellington in the first of two clashes?

Former Waratahs coach Rob Penney is Scott Robertson’s successor at the Crusaders.

‘He doesn’t deserve that’: Penney slams Tahs over Coleman treatment

Rob Penney was dumped as Waratahs coach in 2021. He’s now in charge of the Crusaders – and has a blunt message for NSW Rugby officials as the teams prepare to do battle.

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’This year, it’s picked up: Why Ben Hunt is happier at the Dragons

Last year, the St George Illawarra captain wanted out. On the eve of the new season, he says there’s far more reason for optimism around the Red V.

Michelle Heyman.

‘Age is just a number’: Michelle Heyman is your new Matildas star

Here’s everything you need to know about the Tillies’ 14-year overnight sensation, whose four-goal blitz against Uzbekistan has pushed her further towards a second Olympics appearance.

Luciano Leilua is facing a two-game suspension.

Dragons’ Leilua banned as Cowboys lose star for season

St George Illawarra’s star signing is facing a two-game suspension for not informing his club or the NRL of his latest off-field indiscretion.

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Boxing clever: How Tim Tszyu and a ticket deal will tempt US fans to double-header

The NRL has found a novel way to boost ticket sales for the historic season opener in Las Vegas.

The electric Ford Supervan 4.2 set a new track record at Bathrust this week.
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The sound of silence is the future of motor racing

What happens to the world of motor-racing when far-and-away the fastest cars don’t have traditional motors any more?

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