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A boardwalk to nowhere: Council bungles upgrade of coastal path
Waverley Council has been forced to revise its upgrade of a coastal walk after residents complained it would let tourists see into bedrooms.
‘Impossible to sleep or work’: How roadworks made Noel’s life a misery
The NSW transport agency appreciates its construction projects can impact residents, but Noel Painton Smith and her neighbours say a major highway upgrade is damaging their health.
Panthers star charged over alleged DV incident
Taylan May has been charged over a domestic violence incident in which he allegedly punched a woman in the face.
Tenth time lucky: Buyer who lost nine auctions wins $3.8m Newtown stunner
The home’s artistically designed interior with exposed brick, timber and metal detailing drew seven bidders despite its modest land size.
‘You’re not going to believe what I’ve found’: Inside the fight to free Folbigg
When Kathleen Folbigg had her long-standing convictions for the deaths of her four infant children quashed last year, lawyer Rhanee Rego was right by her side.
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NRL 2024
Roosters holding on against Sharks onslaught after Suaalii sin bin
The Magic Round action in Brisbane continues when two of the league’s in-form sides go head-to-head at Suncorp Stadium. Follow all the action.
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LoadingFourth player expected to be charged over alleged corruption upon return to NSW
Three Macarthur FC players, including captain Ulises Davila, were picked up by organised crime detectives on Friday. A fourth featured prominently in police interviews.
Running man: Is Edwards finally set to crack Origin?
It’s been a long road from Dorrigo to the top of the NRL for Dylan Edwards. But friends, family and former teammates who were there at the start have enjoyed every step.
Opinion
Tax deductions
The single move that will cut $540 from your tax bill
Finding extra money today may be a big stretch. But if you can redeploy any, the financial advantage could work out well worth it.
Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon
Money contributor
‘Do you really need $150 billion?’ Bernie Sanders on taxing the uber-rich
The American senator on the “so-called” American Dream, the influence of his working-class upbringing – and making money from books.
Video appears to show Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs beating singer Cassie in hotel hall
The video from 2016 is the latest in a months-long series of public allegations and revelations of physical and sexual violence from the hip-hop mogul.
Netflix boss misled parliament over truth of Baby Reindeer story, MP claims
A Scottish National Party MP wants the streaming giant to substantiate its claims that a stalker who inspired the fictional character was convicted.
Opinion
Donald Trump
Why do Bible-bashing Republicans love Trump? Because he won’t do a Nixon
For the hard right of the Republican Party, Richard Nixon made only one mistake: resigning. Their new hero would never do that.
Bill Wyman
Columnist
Opinion
Gina Rinehart
By resisting exposure, Gina Rinehart painted a portrait of the ‘Streisand effect’
Supporters of Australia’s richest woman wanted the National Gallery to remove portraits of her. Now both have received much more exposure than Gina Rinehart bargained for.
Jacqueline Maley
Columnist and senior journalist
This cruise ship can go where other ships cannot
As Antarctica becomes crowded with ships, the Le Commandant Charcot can push through pack ice and into regions of seas typically only reached by military or scientific vessels.
WEEKEND READS
The ‘new Tinder’ – or something more? Why run clubs are gaining pace
A great way to keep fit and make friends. A panacea for loneliness. A modern-day church. And fun, so fun. No wonder run clubs have exploded post-pandemic.
‘Do you really need $150 billion?’ Bernie Sanders on taxing the uber-rich
The American senator on the “so-called” American Dream, the influence of his working-class upbringing – and making money from books.
Sydney
‘Love or lust’: Backlash over chastity preacher’s school visits
The virtues of modesty and virginity will be discussed at the talks, which parents have criticised as outdated.
Opinion
Planning
Three great cities, one big lesson on Sydney’s peculiar relationship with space
I’ve just returned from Hong Kong, London and Paris – three cities notable for what they lack when compared with Sydney: space. And yet they’re the richer for it.
Michael Koziol
Sydney editor
Children’s author charged with online grooming
Oliver Phommavanh, 41, was arrested in Sydney’s west on Friday. Police allege he used his position to “engage inappropriately with children”.
Billion-dollar casino backer takes legal action to kill story
A wealthy family company based in Hong Kong was cleared to operate a casino in Australia. But it does not want media coverage of a report into its suitability.
Lecturer sacked over Nazi swastika incident loses bid to get reinstated
Controversial academic Tim Anderson’s job was terminated after he showed students slides featuring the symbol imposed over the Israeli flag.
NRL 2024
Analysis
‘He’s got a cranky streak’: Is Nicho Hynes ruthless enough for Origin?
He was scorned by his 12 minutes in Origin I last year. Now, the Sharks halfback looms as Michael Maguire’s most important player.
Analysis
Why NRL is still second to Super Rugby in New Zealand
Australian cheerleaders proclaiming league’s “victory” display a lack of understanding about the sporting landscape across the ditch.
Politics
Bet your house on it: The issues Dutton wants as election battlegrounds
The opposition leader seems utterly sure of his power to drive Albanese out of office. Too sure, perhaps.
Business
Analysis
Network outage
Data deleted: UniSuper outage raises lockout fears
Members of one of the nation’s largest superannuation funds have regained access to their funds, but there are new questions about the Australia’s reliance on three US tech giants.
World
Analysis
Abducted in Japan
Japan’s laws have changed. Now its society must too
Dozens of Australian parents and children have been caught in this outdated, cruel system. Now the Japanese government has finally relented.
Opinion
Only in Oz: Breaking serve – and bread – with Albo
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
Decline of 138-year-old icon shows bigger isn’t always better
Clancy Yeates
Deputy business editor
Time and time again, I find myself running away from exercise
Richard Glover
Broadcaster and columnist
Sorry for the pile-on, ScoMo and Trump, but you send women a warped view of religion
Julia Baird
Journalist, broadcaster, historian and author
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Views for days: Star stock picker buys his neighbour’s $11.3m oceanfront pad
Australian investment legend David Paradice showed form when he bought into North Bondi’s oceanfront in 2007. Values have come a long way since.
Seven of our favourite homes for sale in Sydney right now
Looking for your next home? From an elegant cocktail bar to a storybook sandstone facade, we’ve got you covered.
Good Food
Lifestyle
After a week in the bubble, here is the Fashion Week wash-up
After 30 runways, countless lace catsuits and random sea life, here are the moments that defined Australian Fashion Week 2024.
Culture
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New music
Fame, family and Finneas: Billie Eilish’s astonishing new album
In an exclusive interview, the 22-year-old dual Oscar winner opens up about making her new album and how the process transformed her.
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Panthers star arrested over alleged domestic violence incident
Penrith star Taylan May has been charged over a domestic violence incident in which he allegedly punched a woman in the face.
Live
NRL 2024
NRL Magic Round 11 LIVE: Cronulla Sharks v Sydney Roosters
The Magic Round action in Brisbane continues when two of the league’s in-form sides go head-to-head at Suncorp Stadium. Follow all the action.
Parker facing extended Swans exile after hospitalising VFL opponent
Luke Parker is facing an even longer stint out of the AFL after a brutal collision in a VFL game that is likely to attract a multi-week suspension.
In the running: Is marathon man Edwards finally on track to crack Origin?
It’s been a long road from the bush town of Dorrigo to the top of the NRL for Dylan Edwards. But the friends, family and former teammates who were there at the start have enjoyed every step.
Analysis
EPL
This was no ‘mea culpa’ from Ange. If anything, he doubled down
To read Ange Postecoglou’s latest comments as an admission of defeat would be to take away the incorrect reading. And it wouldn’t be the first time that’s happened this season.
Su’A inks new Dragons deal as Flanagan ups ante in chase for Talagi
After months of protracted negotiations, St George Illawarra has finally locked down its star back-rower as they now turn their attention to an Eels rookie.
‘If Souths are in good shape, league is in good shape’: Bennett finally confirms Rabbitohs return
Wayne Bennett is set to seal his South Sydney second coming with club officials on Monday.
Have Your Say
Why a player with 300 stitches in his head and 81 tackles in a game is the man NSW need
Origin demands a certain type of player and Michael Maguire needs to make the right choices when he selects his first team.
Roy Masters
Sports Columnist
