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Crime
Drug dealing real estate agent ‘tortured by King of Castle Hill’, court told
A Sydney real estate agent with a history of drug dealing has been charged just months after the self-styled “King of Castle Hill Towers” allegedly abducted him.
Mark Wahlberg ‘pleading’ with Sydneysiders to save Moore Park Golf Club
The golf club in Sydney’s east has an unlikely new ally in the Hollywood star, who on Saturday filmed a video urging people to save it.
Out of politics, Morrison doesn’t hold back on China
The former PM describes the idea that democracy wouldn’t work in China as “crap”, as the thaw in relations between Canberra and Beijing continues.
‘It’s pretty special’: Life in Sydney’s best-value suburbs
At $1000 or less per square metre, it is some of the cheapest land money can buy in the city. But some think today’s prices won’t last long.
Opinion
Private schools
These old boys have made no attempt to hide the truth
The Newington College old guard is resisting co-education, but you have to wonder when adults’ identity is so tied to their six years as teenagers.
Jacqueline Maley
Columnist and senior journalist
Inside the waiting list war: The battle to become a private school parent
Some schools’ waiting lists have doubled as more parents opt for private education. Here’s how the schools choose who gets in.
Dragons 20 defeat Sea Eagles 12 in huge upset in Wollongong
It was looking bleak after conceding 84 points during the previous fortnight, but the Dragons have hit back with a huge upset win against the Sea Eagles.
‘He’s a good person’: V’landys says booing would stop if fans knew Mitchell
The Souths star was again jeered by fans on Good Friday but if they knew about his work in the Indigenous community, the ARLC chairman believes they would think twice.
Can the Tszyus become the greatest boxing family of all time?
Will Tim Tszyu be able to back up the boast that his family will become boxing’s greatest? Not according to Cory Spinks, whose clan has its own strong claim.
Opinion
Retirement living
How early can you retire? These are the key dates you need to know to find out
There’s a lot of confusion surrounding the retirement process, from the steps leading up to retirement to navigating life post-retirement.
Bec Wilson
Money contributor
Byron Bay festival cuts days as industry fights for survival
Just days after the shock cancellation of Splendour in the Grass, Byron Bay’s Bluesfest opened its doors, but the festival’s boss pleaded for financial support.
Updated
Drugs
Woman dead, two critical after mass drug overdose
A woman in her 40s has died and two others have been taken to hospital on the Gold Coast in a serious condition following a mass drug overdose involving six women.
‘More apparent every day’, a bigger war to come, says Poland’s PM
“I know it sounds devastating, especially to people of the younger generation, but we have to mentally get used to the arrival of a new era,” said the Polish leader.
Four hostages released from a Dutch nightclub; masked man arrested
A hostage drama at a nightclub in the eastern Netherlands ended peacefully after several hours on Saturday with the arrest of a suspect.
He knew too much about Russia, so he and his family came to hide in Australia
When a job with an oligarch in Russia turned dangerous, Nick Stride grabbed his family and fled as far as they could go: Australia.
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Title Deeds
Arts patron set to join Gretel Packer, Andrew Charlton in holiday hotspot
A quick settlement on the glamorous designer digs means the new owners will be in residence in time for Easter.
Opinion
Cooking
The stress of Bring A Plate dinner parties
Dinner parties are supposed to be fun, but my enjoyment entirely hinges on how many people compliment my roasted cauliflower and pine nut salad.
Thomas Mitchell
Culture reporter
‘Worst judging I have ever seen’: Brazilian champ lashes out after upset loss
Three-time world champion Gabriel Medina finds himself in danger of being dropped off the world tour next month after a controversial defeat at the Bells Beach Pro.
NRL 2024
‘Never let down his teammates’: Bulldogs forward lauded for playing on with broken jaw
Jacob Preston is likely to be sidelined for at least three weeks after scans on Saturday morning confirmed the damage.
The one position where your side’s second choice should be a first priority
When the game’s best are on the bench, coaches need a skilled back-up to slot into the side. Which teams go for experience, and which opt for youth?
Sydney
Restaurant ‘devastated’ after Shore student’s allergy death
The year 11 boy from the Sydney Church of England Grammar School died on Wednesday night after suffering an apparent allergic reaction to food.
More blue skies ahead for Sydney’s Easter long weekend
Blue skies and 27 degrees - Sydneysiders waking up on Easter Sunday can expect another picture-perfect autumn day.
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Investigations
The Eastwood mansions that signal the vast wealth of the Exclusive Brethren’s Hales family
An ATO raid on a Brethren-linked company last week has put the spotlight on the immense wealth of the sect’s most influential family.
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Arts
Atlassian Central’s bold new art plugs into the Milky Way – and Sydney’s weather
Artist Brook Andrew has created an LED installation that will be visible from Parramatta Road and connected to the Bureau of Meteorology.
It’s been a quarry, a depot and a dump. Soon hundreds will call this inner-city site home
The Pyrmont development has reignited debate about what to do with the dog track across the road.
WEEKEND READS
Opinion
Calling Colesworth: Why we give names to our corporate overlords
The head of Coles said she’d never heard the term “Colesworth”. This disappointed me.
Richard Glover
Broadcaster and columnist
How Dev Patel drew on Hindu mythology – and broke his hand – to make a new kind of action hero
In his directorial debut, the actor wasn’t interested in making a ‘tourist video’, he had bigger ideas in mind.
Politics
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Supermarkets
Coalition developing ‘big stick’ law to rein in Coles and Woolworths
Opposition backbenchers are putting pressure on Peter Dutton to live up to his repeated claim that the Coalition is now the party of the working classes.
Opinion
Political leadership
Just when Dutton is winning, he sounds like a sore loser
David Crowe
Chief political correspondent
Business
Sydney has the view, Melbourne has the bigger office
Sydney may have the views of the Harbour, but Melburnians opt for bigger office space.
World
US signs off on more bombs and warplanes for Israel, sources say
The package comes as Israel faces strong international criticism over its continued bombing campaign and ground offensive in Gaza.
Opinion
Australia invented the solar power cell, then waved it goodbye. Now we want it back
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
Well, wasn’t that all totally predictable?
Bevan Shields
Editor, The Sydney Morning Herald
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Lifestyle
‘Birth is just a snapshot’: Why boutique post-natal services are on the rise
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Culture
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Sport
‘He’s a good person’: V’landys says booing would stop if fans knew Mitchell
The Souths star was again jeered by fans on Good Friday but if they knew about his work in the Indigenous community, the ARLC chairman believes they would think twice.
Huge upset in Wollongong as Dragons stun Sea Eagles
It was looking bleak after conceding 84 points during the previous fortnight, but the Dragons have hit back with a surprise win against the Sea Eagles.
‘There’s something not working’: Is Cheika the man to save the Waratahs?
The Waratahs fell to their fourth successive defeat against the Rebels on Friday, leaving the team scrambling for answers. Michael Cheika could be one of them.
‘You try not to see it’: Swans star reveals racist messages
Rising Swans forward Joel Amartey, who has African heritage, gave up soccer because of racism and still receives racist messages playing in the AFL.
Can the Tszyus become the greatest boxing family of all time?
Will Tim Tszyu be able to back up the boast that his family will become boxing’s greatest? Not according to Cory Spinks, whose clan has its own strong claim.
Why Koroisau is the key to rebuilding Wests Tigers
While the hooker’s courage is well known, Api Koroisau has been playing a far more significant role behind the scenes to help kick-start Marshall’s revolution at the Tigers.
‘He was 19, but looked 50’: The Sharks cult hero with a nickname for the ages
Tom Hazelton sends Cronulla fans wild every time he gets ready to take the field or trots off after a handy stint. He’s about to start an NRL game for the first time.
Have Your Say
Why seven seconds can win a team the NRL premiership
When the game’s best are on the bench, coaches need a skilled back-up to slot into the side. Which teams go for experience, and which opt for youth?
