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Sydney architect Jade Young, security guard Faraz Tahir latest victims to be named
Four of the six victims have now been identified, after Dawn Singleton and Ashlee Good were earlier named. Three other people remain in critical condition. Police are now focusing on the life of offender 40-year-old Joel Cauchi from Queensland. Follow our rolling coverage.
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Loading‘He was weird … liked his knives’: Details emerge about Bondi Junction killer
NSW Police believe Joel Cauchi, who recently moved to Sydney, lived with schizophrenia and are investigating a potential history of targeting women.
Sydney uni student trolled for being Bondi killer in a case of mistaken identity
The Seven Network apologised for broadcasting the misinformation, after the 20-year-old hit out at those who “mindlessly” propagated claims.
Updated
Bondi Junction attack
Restaurant worker recalls serving Bondi killer before deadly rampage
Joel Cauchi sat down by the window in Saigon Noodle House and ordered a red chicken curry. He had no money, so he returned two hours later to pay – and then embarked on his stabbing attack.
‘Saved us from that serial killer’: Witnesses praise courage of hero police officer
Inspector Amy Scott, who shot Bondi Junction attacker Joel Cauchi, has been lauded for saving “many, many lives” with her act of bravery.
Israel posts video of missile interceptions above Temple Mount
The footage appears to show several incoming missiles being hit, and is one of multiple videos broadcast on the account showing the interception of projectiles over parts of the city.
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LoadingWhy Iran attacked Israel – and what open war between the two could look like
Iran had vowed revenge since an April 1 airstrike in Syria killed two Iranian generals inside an Iranian consular building.
Opinion
US politics
Why Iran’s latest attack should give Australia pause for thought on AUKUS
Australia is in the thick of the US’ global alignment, and as a key ally, we will rise or fall by its tide.
David Livingstone
Former diplomat
This is why beer prices have risen at their fastest pace in decades
Inflation for most goods and services has been falling since late 2022, but beer prices have been going in the other direction.
Airbnb asked John to host a guest in trouble. It ended up costing him thousands
The long-time host had already rejected the woman as she did not have a long accommodation history – but he trusted Airbnb, so he said yes.
Tonnes and tonnes of old solar panels with nowhere to go
The volume of solar waste in Victoria is expected to nearly double by 2030, prompting calls to boost the nation’s limited recycling sectors.
The invasive species that has experts in the east coast of Australia worried
“Imagine Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane without the big old trees in their parks,” Associate Professor Theo Evans said.
‘Nightmare scenario’: Squatters take over Gordon Ramsay’s $25 million pub
The London pub-restaurant had been temporarily closed while a new lease was finalised, during which a gang of professional squatters got themselves in and won’t leave.
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Healthcare
Trevor knew his drinking was killing him. At the time, he didn’t care
Deaths caused by alcohol have reached their highest rate in a decade, according to a new report that calls on the federal government to do more to protect Australians from the harms of drinking.
Live
NRL 2024
Lomax scores in opening minutes to give Dragons early lead over Tigers
The Tigers head to Campbelltown for the first time this season and could find themselves in the top eight with a win over the up-and-down Dragons.
Latest live posts
LoadingAussie stumbles, Woods suffers Masters meltdown
Australia’s best hope, Cam Davis, is clinging to the dream of a final-round rally after coming unstuck on a dramatic day at Augusta National.
Dragons set to blow Panthers out of the water for Turuva; Manly prop facing ban
St George Illawarra have tabled the Fijian international a deal with the chance to play fullback as Penrith prepare a last roll of the dice to keep their grand final hero.
Bondi Junction attack
‘This was a terrible scene’: Joel Cauchi identified as Bondi Junction attacker
Assistant Commissioner Anthony Cooke said police had spoken to relatives of Cauchi, who they believed was from the Brisbane area and was known to Queensland police.
Dramatic video captures moment shopper confronts attacker on escalator
The man, armed with a bollard, was described by admirers on social media as “bravery personified”.
Sydney
Future of medical research in doubt as question mark lingers over $45 million funding
The future of a government funding program which has assisted teams developing artificial hearts and turning spider venom into drug therapies is in doubt.
Updated
Crime
Boy, 16, charged with murder, riot police out in force, after stabbing
Residents in Sydney’s west can expect a heavy police presence across the next few days as authorities hope to make more arrests following the stabbing.
‘We could have done better’: STC on Palestinian protest furore
The new chair said the company did not support individual statements being made at curtain calls as it flagged a smaller season for 2025.
Karaoke kid kicked out: Lehrmann ‘evicted’ from Sydney house
The avowed party animal has been given his marching orders from the $4.1 million North Sydney home where he had been staying before complaints from neighbours.
Charles Waterstreet sexually harassed trio of women, tribunal finds
Former barrister showed law student a sex toy during a job interview and played a pornographic film in front of a researcher, a tribunal found.
WEEKEND READS
How more grandparents are ending up on the childcare frontline
Through love and financial necessity, grandparents have become the unpaid bedrock of Australia’s childcare system.
‘My Errol Flynn’: How Ethne fell in love with a dead serviceman
Diaries and love letters scribbled in cursive by soldiers at the front can be difficult to decipher. To the rescue: this 91-year-old – and others like her.
Politics
Exclusive
Federal budget
Treasurer warned of economic turmoil ahead of budget
Just four weeks out from the federal budget, Treasury has highlighted global economic headwinds and warned the government to be cautious.
Business
Opinion
Organised crime
How Sicily’s mafia is tightening its grip on the economy
Sicily’s tourist hot spots are living an economic boom thanks to shows like The White Lotus. But behind the beauty, its underbelly is spreading its wings.
Rachel Sanderson
World
What is it really like to eat lab-grown meat? I’ve just tried
For a few hundred bucks a head, Singapore diners will get an exclusive seven-course menu featuring cultivated meat concocted in Australia.
Opinion
MONA shows why lost boys find #MeToo anti-men
Jacqueline Maley
Columnist and senior journalist
Can trans women and biological women share an identity? This case may provide an answer
Parnell Palme McGuinness
Columnist and communications adviser
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Property
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Title Deeds
Is it better to invest in shares or property? Point Piper’s surprising answer
Former stock exchange boss Dominic Stevens has swapped his $52m digs for an environmental activist’s home in Point Piper, but that’s not his only noteworthy trade.
Thrilled Petersham sellers make $178,000 per year gain on family home
The grateful vendors fetched $3.47 million for their home of more than a decade, set on a large block for the area, as six buyers competed.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Love thy neighbour? What to do when you can’t stand who’s next door
Being woken up at 4am? Or perhaps Mr and Mrs Nosy are constantly complaining about you? We’ve got you covered.
Culture
Let’s face it, when it comes to perfection, we’re unhinged
Teens are buying retinol and an actress’ movable forehead stops me in my tracks.
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Sport
‘I don’t see any reason why not’: Souths boss backs Demetriou
South Sydney chief executive Blake Solly says under-fire coach Jason Demetriou will be in charge of the Rabbitohs for their next match.
Dragons ready to blow Panthers out of the water for Turuva signing; Manly prop facing ban
St George Illawarra have tabled the Fijian international a deal with the chance to play fullback as Penrith prepare a last roll of the dice to keep their grand final hero.
Why Marsh flew home mid-IPL – and how it’s good news for Fraser-McGurk
Mitch Marsh has returned home from the IPL with a hamstring tear ahead of the Twenty20World Cup in June, but the silver lining is that it has provided an opportunity for Jake Fraser-McGurk to continue his rapid rise up the ranks of the world’s most watchable young white-ball hitters.
Live
NRL 2024
NRL round 6 LIVE: Lomax scores in opening minutes to give Dragons early lead
The Tigers head to Campbelltown for the first time this season and could find themselves in the top eight with a win over the up-and-down Dragons.
Aussie stumbles, Day’s fashion policed as Woods suffers Masters meltdown
Cam Davis is clinging to the dream of a final-round rally, while Tiger Woods shot the worst round of his major championship career.
Analysis
NRL 2024
Struggling Schuster vows to fight back after Manly blow
With his career in limbo, troubled star Josh Schuster has broken his silence after being told by the Sea Eagles he can speak to rival clubs.
Occy was a 105kg couch potato. This is the greatest comeback story in Australian sport
It’s been 25 years since Mark Occhilupo rose from depression, drugs and a daily diet of Coco Pops, chicken and chips and Days of Our Lives to conquer the world.
Have Your Say
Attack me if you will, James Graham, but I stand by work on concussion debate
While some people’s views don’t change, thankfully sporting bodies acting on this seriously important matter.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
