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This Sydney council wants to design its own housing plan on its own timeline
Inner West Council is urging the Minns government to delay one of its signature housing policies, saying it can deliver the required density itself.
‘As bad as it’s ever been’: Property prices blow out and pay rises lag
Home prices have risen much faster than wages over the long term, and the gap looks set to widen.
Minns sacks pro-Palestine MP for labelling Webb a ‘liar’
Anthony D’Adam used a late-night speech to accuse NSW Police of using “fear and intimidation as a means of obtaining compliance” against pro-Palestinian protesters.
‘It haunts me’: A young backpacker set off from Sydney on an adventure. She was never seen again
Barbara Brown, a 23-year-old American tourist, was travelling around the country when she vanished. Now two women are determined to find out what happened.
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High school
A boy forced himself on a girl at a NSW high school. He was allowed to continue attending
Two years after NSW commissioned a review about what to do when a sex assault victim and perpetrator attended the same school, the research has not yet been finished.
Nearly a million homes face new charges for solar exports
Two regional electricity distributors joined Ausgrid in announcing charges for solar customers exporting too much energy in the middle of the day.
Doing hard maths isn’t paying off. Here’s how it plays out for your ATAR
A quirk of the ATAR system is effectively punishing ambitious students. Compare these questions to see the difficulty levels.
Dutton pledges to slash permanent migration to 140,000 a year
In his budget reply speech, the opposition leader intensified a political fight over housing by vowing to drive migration below Labor’s target.
Opinion
McBride trial
David McBride is not a hero or a whistleblower. He is a man convinced of his own opinion
One person’s whistleblower can be another person’s thief, or even traitor. And so it is with this case.
Rodger Shanahan
Middle East and security analyst
X marks the spat: Xenophon’s legal battle to get his name back
The anti-pokies campaigner is taking on his former business partner over one letter in his former law firm’s new name.
After 25 years, thrift store chain Savers is setting up in Sydney
The cost of living crisis hasn’t been the only factor behind Savers Australia’s decision to expand into NSW.
Sky Blues win series opener at Suncorp Stadium
The Sky Blues secured victory at Suncorp Stadium in the first match of the series, in front of a record-breaking crowd of 25,000 people.
Opinion
NRL 2024
Roosters hold fears for Leniu at Magic Round
The Samoan international will play in Brisbane for the first time since the ugly round-one incident.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
‘Lone wolf’ charged over attempted assassination of Slovak PM Robert Fico
The shooting shocked the nation, with leaders blaming it in part on extreme political polarisation that has divided the country.
Fourteen worst-case travel scenarios (and how to cope with them)
No record of your booking? Got the time of your flight wrong? Been scammed and lost money? Don’t panic – here’s how to deal with it.
Whoa-oh, livin’ with grey hair: What Jon Bon Jovi teaches us about ageing
A new docuseries on the 40-year history of the New Jersey rockers offers unexpected insights into growing old gracefully.
NRL 2024
Exclusive
Mitchell confronts Anasta over Fox Sports’ ‘personal attacks’
The pair were seen engaging in a conversation inside a Surry Hills restaurant before Mitchell asked Anasta to join him outside to continue their words.
Ten magic moments from Magic Round
Hat-tricks, game-winning tackles and miraculous passes that defy the laws of physics – here are the most magical moments to come out of the annual Suncorp Stadium festival of footy.
Sydney
‘Fair-dinkum balls-up’: Big stink over town’s giant fish ends in repaint job
It was 10 days before Christmas. The tiny town of Adaminaby had gathered to celebrate the 50th birthday of a giant fibreglass trout. But what they saw that day left them horrified.
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Courts
‘That kid really does mean the world to me’: The tearful claims of alleged killer
Justin Stein broke down in a police interview after his fiancee’s nine-year-old daughter Charlise Mutten was reported missing, denying any involvement.
Western Sydney council reverses controversial library same-sex book ban
Hundreds of protesters gathered outside the Merrylands council chambers on Wednesday night, along with dozens of police officers and council security, as councillors gathered to debate a motion to reverse the ban.
Rail line’s 12-month closure raises fears of ‘traffic tsunami’
A large Sydney council warns the shutdown will disrupt more than just the thousands of daily commuters.
Solar panel owners slugged by Ausgrid for generating too much power
Hundreds of thousands of Sydney households with solar panels but no home batteries will be penalised for exporting electricity to the network during the day.
SEE & DO
Have you heard the one about the scientist who does stand-up?
Scientists are increasingly crossing over into comedy.
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The rare sound of perfection: Don’t miss this Mahler performance
Our reviewers run a critical eye over the latest shows around town.
Politics
Universities face bans for breaching caps on foreign students
The dramatic intervention, introduced by Education Minister Jason Clare in parliament, aims to force down migration.
Business
Opinion
Property development
Why house prices will stay stronger for longer
The government alone cannot solve the imbalance in supply and demand in the housing market.
Elizabeth Knight
Business columnist
World
State of emergency declared in New Caledonia after violent riots
Armed forces are protecting New Caledonia’s two airports and port as thousands of protesters take to the streets.
Opinion
Peter Dutton is more than happy to help billionaires, except one
David Crowe
Chief political correspondent
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Property
Photos reveal the reality of the housing crisis
Rents have skyrocketed, and rent assistance is set to go up in response. Even so, it’s slim pickings.
Six of our favourite luxury homes for sale right now
From an idyllic rural retreat to a modern home with in-ground trampoline, we’ve rounded up our pick of the bunch.
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Lifestyle
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Paris Paralympics 2024
Our new Paralympic team uniforms bring the right trends to the runway
Diversity, inclusion and plenty of khaki are key ingredients of the 2024 Paralympic team uniform to be unveiled at Australian Fashion Week.
Culture
The Bridgerton creators know what they’re doing - and I can’t switch off
It is said the heart is forever making the head a fool. Well, Bridgerton is forever making a fool of me.
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Opinion
NRL 2024
Stay classy, BrisVegas: Roosters’ fears for Spencer Leniu at Magic Round
The Samoan international will play before a Brisbane crowd for the first time since the round-one incident involving Broncos star Ezra Mam.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
Sky Blues win series opener with 22-12 victory at Suncorp Stadium
The Sky Blues secured victory at Suncorp Stadium in the first match of the series, in front of a record-breaking crowd of 25,000 people.
‘I love the club’: Lomax coy on reasons behind Dragons exit
He’s in career-best form and in contention for a Dally M Medal, but the departing St George Illawarra star said he had been unsettled as far back as the pre-season.
The selection dilemma that proves just how well the Swans are going
Luke Parker has barely missed a game since making his debut for Sydney in mid-2011 – but he will spend a third consecutive week in the VFL due to the Swans’ incredible depth.
Analysis
Women’s Asian Cup
Matildas’ encore on home soil cause for excitement for fans and FA alike
The buzz of the Women’s World Cup has been and gone, but another dose is coming, with official confirmation that the 2026 Women’s Asian Cup will be played in Australia.
Ten magic moments from Magic Round
Hat-tricks, game-winning tackles and miraculous passes that defy the laws of physics – here are the most magical moments to come out of the annual Suncorp Stadium festival of footy.
Moses set to be overlooked for Blues as Koroisau battles ‘strange’ injury
The Eels halfback will run out of time to prove his fitness before the Origin series opener, while Tigers hooker Koroisau is hoping a rare hip injury doesn’t cruel his Blues’ aspirations.
Have Your Say
Sport off free TV? Tell ’em they’re streaming
The free-to-air TV broadcast stations are in a battle with pay television companies for sporting rights.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
