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ASEAN
Malaysian PM tells world to butt out of China’s plans for Taiwan
Anwar Ibrahim said China’s rise did not trouble him, claiming the risk of conflict in the South China Sea was exaggerated in a departure from comments by Penny Wong.
Sam Kerr kept FA, Matildas in dark for six weeks over police harassment charge
FA chief executive James Johnson and Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson knew nothing of Sam Kerr’s incident with police in London until the news broke on Tuesday morning.
Work to start on $39m Harbour Bridge ramp, but cyclists face long wait
The state government has revealed the cost of building the ramp, and construction is expected to start in the middle of the year.
Jelena Dokic pulls out of Cranbrook speech after Four Corners program
The former tennis champion and mental health advocate was due to attend an International Women’s Day event at the private school.
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Political leadership
Dutton’s reshuffle won’t fix everything for the Coalition – but it’s a good start
Peter Dutton’s frontbench reshuffle might not look like much, but it’s a canny piece of work from the opposition leader.
The reason tolled traffic at Rozelle is given priority
Motorists using surface roads in Sydney’s inner west have endured slow trips while those exiting the WestConnex tunnels enjoy clearer runs.
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Housing crisis
Airbnb removes 100,000 properties in crackdown on low-quality listings
The global holiday rental group’s new approach comes as NSW considers joining Victoria in slapping a levy on short-term rental properties.
Opinion
Family holidays
How I turned my family holiday into a digital detox in nine days
While my husband readily agreed to my idea, our kids made it clear the plan to be without devices was a serious inconvenience.
Kellie Floyd
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Hotel reviews
If Taylor Swift were here, she’d be staying in these knockout corner suites
In Osaka, Aloft adopts the hip aesthetic of its sister brand W Hotel (just down the road) but without the high price tag.
Unions want right to approach non-members at work to bolster numbers
Union delegates would have the right to approach colleagues to recruit them rather than just represent their interests if an ACTU submission to the Fair Work Commission is adopted.
Virgin boss spruiks profit lift amid departure speculation
Outgoing chief executive Jayne Hrdlicka tells staff the airline business recorded $236 million in profit over the December half and margins had improved significantly.
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Mortgage brokers
Accountants, lawyers paid to ‘introduce’ CBA’s Unloan mortgage to borrowers
When you see your accountant to do your tax return, you could be introduced to a mortgage from Unloan, a division of CBA.
Popular Australian surfer dies off Indonesian coast
Gunther Henry Kitzler, 56, was surfing with two friends at a renowned hotspot off East Java when he was swept away.
Two-hatted Clam Bar team to open Neptune’s Grotto downstairs (and no, it’s not a bar)
The menu and vibe at the new Italian-style subterranean venue will be very different to Clam Bar’s upstairs. So, what can we look forward to?
The Aussie tennis champ who trained Oscar-nominee Annette Bening
Apples Never Fall is the story of a Palm Beach tennis family whose secrets are exposed when family matriarch Joy goes missing.
Secret Sharks business: The signing tactic landing Fitzy’s marquee recruits
Addin Fonua-Blake was courted by the Tigers, Dragons and Bulldogs late last-year, but it was Cronulla that emerged with little fanfare and a million-dollar front-rower.
Why Stephen Crichton is the player Penrith will miss most
Of all the players who have left Penrith, Stephen Crichton could be the one the premiers miss the most – plus NRL team news.
Rebels set deadline for RA rescue plan discussions
Legal action against Rugby Australia appears inevitable if the governing body shows no willingness to resolve the financial issues that have the franchise on the brink of liquidation.
NRL 2024
‘Out of character’: Cleary weighs in on Leniu racism row after altercation
Spencer Leniu and Brisbane rivals had a confrontation in the Las Vegas hotel they were sharing after Ezra Mam’s allegation, as the NRL sent the prop straight to the judiciary.
‘That’s the best one I’ve ever heard’: Munster sets record straight on shower injury
Storm playmaker Cameron Munster opens up on the shower accident that’s left him racing the clock for Friday’s blockbuster against Penrith.
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NSW Votes
Labor trailing Coalition for first time in two years
NSW Labor is preparing to celebrate its first year in power this month. But voters are unforgiving of their bumpy 12 months of scandals and battles with unions.
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NBN
NBN set to become five times faster ‘at no extra cost’
Broadband speeds are set to skyrocket for some 9 million Australians with NBN Co launching a proposal to turbocharge speeds at no extra cost.
Patient left with bone sticking out of leg stump, court told
A former paratrooper said he battled severe infections after novel surgery by Munjed Al Muderis to provide him with prosthetic limbs.
Motorway to Sydney’s new airport hits another hurdle
Two major contracts for construction of the new M12 motorway to Western Sydney Airport have risen by almost $90m, tender documents show.
Amputee claims Al Muderis ‘sold’ her surgery at conference
A woman who underwent an operation with the orthopaedic surgeon claims she thought the procedure would give her a better life.
Politics
Keating launches spray at ASIO boss and Wong
Former prime minister Paul Keating has accused Mike Burgess of trying to undermine efforts to stabilise relations with China and renewed his attacks on the Foreign Minister.
Business
Elon Musk is no longer the world’s richest person
For the first time in more than nine months, Elon Musk is no longer the world’s richest person. A familiar face now sits atop the list.
World
Beijing puts to bed any doubts about Xi’s power over his comrades
In a speech to more than 3000 delegates, Premier Li Qiang said the party should rally behind President Xi Jinping’s ‘historic mission’.
Opinion
Why central banks might be about to push the world into a long economic downturn
Ambrose Evans-Pritchard
What would it take for Russia to use nukes? Leaked files provide a clue
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
I wasn’t going to raise my voice again, but Israel has given me no choice
David Leser
Senior freelance writer
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Property
Suburbs where you should have bought a home five years ago
Home buyers who have a $500,000 budget could afford fewer than one in 10 properties in some markets as affordable property options plummet.
Eastern suburbs family spends $11.6m on liveable house to knock down
Five parties competed at the Bellevue Hill auction, hoping to rebuild a dream home with harbour views on a street where some neighbours sold for $30 million.
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Lifestyle
How TV doctor Michael Mosley fixed his insomnia
A new SBS show profiles a world-first study from Flinders University setting out to tackle Australia’s sleeplessness problem.
Culture
Job cuts at Art Gallery of NSW amid massive budget shortfall
More than a year after opening its north building, the premier cultural institution is shedding 30 jobs in a restructure of its nine departments to cut costs.
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NRL 2024
‘Needs to be a line in the sand’: Indigenous stars speak out on Leniu racism row
Nicho Hynes and Latrell Mitchell have called for a strong stance to be taken by the NRL if Spencer Leniu is found guilty of racially vilifying Ezra Mam in Las Vegas.
Secret Sharks business: The signing tactic landing Fitzy’s marquee recruits
Addin Fonua-Blake was wined and dined by the Tigers, Dragons and Bulldogs late last-year, but it was Cronulla that emerged with little fanfare and a million-dollar front-rower.
Rebels set Wednesday deadline for RA rescue plan discussions
Legal action against Rugby Australia appears inevitable if the governing body shows no willingness to resolve the financial issues that have the Melbourne franchise on the brink of liquidation.
Why Stephen Crichton is the player Penrith will miss most
Of all the players who have left Penrith, Stephen Crichton could be the one the premiers miss the most – plus NRL team news.
‘The hardest time of my life’: How grief and loss changed Pat Cummins
The Australian cricket captain has spoken frankly about the loss of his mother last year, and how the experience has shaped the way he leads the national team and raises his own family.
Sam Kerr scored an FA Cup hat-trick – then allegedly harassed a police officer
The day before the Matildas skipper was involved in an alleged argument over a taxi fare, which escalated to the point police were required, she scored three goals against Liverpool.
The first step of Swans’ 40-year journey from outhouse to penthouse
When the Swans celebrated their first win in Sydney in 1982, they weren’t allowed to use the inside toilets at a lavish after-party. How times have changed.
Have Your Say
‘Say it ain’t so’: Sam Kerr charge comes as a shock
Criminal charge against the iconic captain of the Matildas leave Australians dumbstruck.
Greg Baum
Sports columnist
