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One-click switch set to save households hundreds each year
Chris Bowen wants to stop energy companies slugging households and businesses with a loyalty tax on their power bills.
A boardwalk to nowhere: Council bungles upgrade of scenic 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.
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Mental health
Getting a good night’s sleep may be key to protecting against cognitive decline
New insights into REM sleep and our emotions may change the way we treat mental health.
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.
Opinion
Tax deductions
The single move to 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
‘Impossible to sleep or work’: How roadworks made Noel’s life an absolute misery
Noel Painton Smith and her neighbours say a major New South Wales highway upgrade is damaging their homes and impacting health.
Cowboys hold on to heap more pain on spirited but flawed Rabbitohs
The Cowboys ended a five-match losing streak, but were made to work for their competition points against a South Sydney side still winless since round four.
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Sharks show top dog mentality to edge brutal thriller with Roosters
The Sharks proved they belong at the top of the table after defeating another genuine premiership contender in the Roosters.
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.
‘I was very foggy, very hopeless’: Steph had no idea stopping her antianxiety meds could be deadly
A treatment centre helping those dependent on benzodiazepines such as Xanax and Valium will have to cut clinician numbers from 10 to three when funding runs out.
‘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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Work/life balance
Struggle to switch off? Here’s how to leave work at work
Shutting off your work brain and shifting into relaxation mode is easier said than done, but it’s important to use strategies to help you leave work at work.
Téa Angelos
Careers contributor
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A-League Men
Treble-hunting Mariners set up grand final showdown with Victory
The Central Coast Mariners are through to the grand final - which they will host - after an impressive defensive display in a goalless semi-final second-leg with Sydney FC.
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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.
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.
Netflix boss misled parliament over truth of Baby Reindeer, MP claims
A UK MP wants the streaming giant to substantiate its claims that a stalker who inspired the fictional character was convicted.
Australians stranded in New Caledonia ‘running out of food’ amid civil unrest
Penny Wong said the government was working with authorities in France and New Caledonia, to find a way for Australians to safely leave the island.
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WEEKEND READS
‘Do you really need $150 billion?’ Bernie Sanders on case for 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.
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.
Sydney
The map that shows the winners and losers from Sydney’s road toll shake-up
Toll road giant Transurban has released internal modelling that is contested by the man leading a sweeping review of Sydney’s motorway network.
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”.
‘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
Fourth player expected to be charged over alleged corruption on 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.
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
Could grandparents be our biggest financial influencers?
Bec Wilson
Money contributor
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
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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.
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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.
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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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NRL 2024
Cronulla charge to seventh straight win ahead of Panthers blockbuster
The Sharks proved they belong at the top of the table after defeating another genuine premiership contender in the Roosters.
Rabbitohs remain win-less since March after loss to the Cowboys
This time last season the Rabbitohs were riding high on top of the table. Twelve months later, they’re wondering where their next win will come from.
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A-League Men
A-League semi-final LIVE: Central Coast Mariners v Sydney FC at Central Coast Stadium
The Sky Blues are up against it as they try to turn around a 2-1 deficit from the first leg against a Mariners side closing in on a unique treble. Follow all the action as they battle it out for a place in the grand final.
‘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.
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.
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.
‘It’s a try every day of the week’: Hasler fury as ‘crazy’ bunker call costs Titans
The Gold Coast coach did not hold back after his side was denied a crucial late try in a 28-24 loss to Newcastle at Suncorp Stadium.
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