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‘One million records compromised’: Data leak hits NSW pubs and clubs

City of Sydney RSL Club was among the compromised venues.

Police have launched an investigation after personal information, including drivers’ licences of Clubs NSW patrons across the state, were compromised in a data breach.

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‘Like a dog in a cage’: The desperate lives of kids under state care

Children placed in emergency care accommodation in NSW have given disturbing testimony about the sector, including reports of sexual assaults and being allowed to ‘go missing’.

Children as young as 12 reported allegations of sexual assault, drug use and abandonment in motel rooms without close supervision.

Porn passport trial to keep children off adult websites

Restricting access to porn and banning AI-created sexual content were headline solutions from a national cabinet meeting.

‘Cash grab’: Elite Sydney institution accused of dudding new members
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‘Cash grab’: Elite Sydney institution accused of dudding new members

It can take up to 13 years to become a member of the Sydney Cricket Ground – and it now comes with a sting in the tail.

Pro-Israel supporters attack pro-Palestinian encampment at University of California

Pro-Israel counter-protesters attacked the University of California, Los Angeles pro-Palestinian encampment.

Videos showed people wielding sticks or poles to hammer on wooden boards being used as makeshift barricades to protect the pro-Palestinian protesters before police were called to the campus.

‘Part of who we are’: Why Sydney Uni vice chancellor allows protest camp to stay

Vice chancellor Mark Scott says a few pro-Palestinian student activists were under investigation for inappropriate behaviour but their protest campsite will remain on campus.

Mandy Greaney, general manager of Lou’s Place, wants $300,000 for the refuge to cover more domestic violence support workers.

Each day, at least 40 women walk through Lou’s doors. It doesn’t receive a cent from the state

Successive NSW governments have underfunded services for domestic violence victims. It now falls to Chris Minns to step up.

Alexandra Smith
Alexandra Smith

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‘It’s not job done’: Albanese promises more action on DV to come

‘It’s not job done’: Albanese promises more action on DV to come

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says he does not think women have been let down by Wednesday’s announcement of a suite of policies to tackle domestic violence.

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NRL 2024

I’m not sure why Wayne Bennett wants to return to South Sydney

Wayne Bennett.

The super coach craves immediate success, but do the Rabbitohs have a squad capable of it?

Andrew Johns
Andrew Johns

League columnist

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NRL 2024

Is Russell Crowe still the top dog at the Rabbitohs?

For almost two decades, Crowe has generally had the final say on all matters South Sydney. But Jason Demetriou’s sacking shows times might be changing.

Three in five Darling Point buyers paid cash last year.

How well-heeled buyers are paying millions for luxury homes - without a loan

In the rarefied air of some of the most well-heeled areas, it’s routine for buyers to spend millions without a mortgage.

This is exactly how long you should be sleeping, moving and standing each day

A study has worked out precisely how we should be spending each day for optimum health.

Narratives cloaking ‘weak’ Albanese and ‘nasty’ Dutton are setting like cement

Artwork: Dionne Gain

Sensible women and men have had enough. They also have plenty of alternatives come the next election.

Niki Savva
Niki Savva

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Florida’s ‘extreme’ abortion ban in place, doctors fear for women

The state now bans most abortions after six weeks of pregnancy, before many women even know they are pregnant.

Absolutely not: Joanna Lumley on why Ab Fab could never be made today
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Absolutely not: Joanna Lumley on why Ab Fab could never be made today

In the countdown to her Australian tour, the grande dame of English comedy explains why the outrageous Patsy Stone is a creature of the past.

Beware this trap with your passport next time you travel

Some countries require you to have several blank pages in your passport as an entry requirement.

I had the opportunity for a trip to South-East Asia at short notice. But when I checked entry requirements, I realised I had a problem.

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Top Japanese chef Chase Kojima returns with surprising new food concept

Japanese-influenced Tokyo Samba will open in the heart of Bankstown with a halal menu, alcohol-free drinks and a Brazilian twist.

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Wayne Bennett and Michael Cheika.
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Bennett, Cheika throw hats into Rabbitohs coaching ring

Wayne Bennett and Michael Cheika have both shown interest in coaching South Sydney, starting from the completion of this season.

Nathan Cleary is out for the Panthers.
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Nathan Cleary out of clash with Souths as Panthers play it safe

Penrith have taken a cautious approach with their superstar halfback, who felt some tightness after returning from a hamstring injury in the previous round.

Sydney

The 15-year-old boy’s parents leave Parramatta Children’s Court after their son’s bail application.

Sydney teen terror accused wanted to attack ‘a bunch of Jews’, court told

Police say they found hand-drawn Islamic State flags when they raided the 15-year-old’s bedroom after the alleged terror stabbing of a bishop in a Wakeley church.

‘Can’t have another Molly’: NSW says ‘all options’ on the table on domestic violence

Molly Ticehurst’s alleged murderer, Daniel Billings, was released on bail just weeks ago after being accused of sexually assaulting her.

The NSW government has left the door open to a royal commission ahead of a crucial meeting of cabinet on violence against women and children.

Bruce Lehrmann given extension of time to lodge defamation appeal

Bruce Lehrmann departs court after the verdict on April 15.

The Ten Network wants access to documents revealing if former Liberal staffer had financial backers in fight over costs.

Hanson told second senator to go back to where they came from, court told

Mehreen Faruqi and Pauline Hanson outside the Federal Court in Sydney on Monday.

Mehreen Faruqi’s racial discrimination case against Pauline Hanson heard that the One Nation leader had also told a white male politician to “pack your bags”.

Paul Kent charged with affray over late-night brawl

Paul Kent charged with affray over late-night brawl

The Fox Sports co-host and Daily Telegraph journalist clashed with another man outside a restaurant in Sydney’s inner west. Both have now been charged by police.

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There’s always a buzzy new show demanding your attention, while scores of series previously on your radar are washed away. Here are the shows you may have missed.

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Point Piper home Wingadal, owned by Aussie Home Loans founder John Symond, is for sale for $200 million.

‘Aussie’ John Symond lists Point Piper home. Yours for $200 million-plus

The last time the Aussie Home Loans founder listed the waterfront mega-mansion, he knocked back an offer of $110 million because he didn’t want to part with it.

Mirvac’s joint venture Woodlea estate in Melbourne’s west: The developer is on the hook for about 70 development agreements it had with failed builder Porter Davis.

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A seven-star energy-efficient home built today might look like a high-quality home, but turn out to be as comfortable as a tent, a new report warns.

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Wayne Bennett.
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NRL 2024

I’m not sure why Bennett wants to return to South Sydney

The super coach craves immediate success, but do the Rabbitohs have a squad capable of delivering it?

Andrew Johns
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League columnist

Moses Suli was concussed in the first tackle of the Anzac Day clash.

The expert opinion is in: NRL must take on the kick-off concussion issue

One of the world’s foremost sports concussion experts has identified long kick-offs as a source of brain damage – and has called for change.

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Mike Cannon-Brookes, Russell Crowe and James Packer.
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NRL 2024

Is Russell Crowe still the top dog at the Rabbitohs?

For almost two decades, Crowe has generally had the final say on all matters South Sydney. But Jason Demetriou’s sacking shows times might be changing.

Wayne Bennett and Michael Cheika.
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NRL 2024

Bennett, Cheika throw hats into Rabbitohs coaching ring

Wayne Bennett and Michael Cheika have both shown interest in coaching South Sydney, starting from the completion of this season.

Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt speaks to media at Accor Stadium.

‘There are a number of tens’: But Schmidt’s keen for Gordon to stay in rugby

Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has responded to news Carter Gordon is interested in a move to rugby league.

Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett.
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NRL 2024

Bennett is the good cop Souths need – but can’t be trusted with their future

Wayne Bennett is a proven winner, but the long-term future of the Rabbitohs can’t be left in his hands.

Andrew Webster
Andrew Webster

Chief Sports Writer

Lloyd Perrett playing for the Sea Eagles in 2019.

Former Manly prop Perrett set to take legal action over training incident

A week after Jackson Topine launched a $4 million lawsuit against Canterbury, another NRL club is bracing for a legal challenge due to a training incident.

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