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On the run for months, builder of collapsed Sydney home is convicted of fraud

George Khouzame, the director of Hemisphere Constructions, was responsible for the Condell Park house collapse. But he hasn’t been charged over it.

George Khouzame, whose company built the Condell Park house that collapsed last year, insists the charges were for “very, very, very, very low-end fraud”.

Flu cases set to surge as NSW battles trio of viruses

The number of NSW residents struck down by influenza or COVID-19 has risen sharply.

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Energy

Minns steps in to save country’s largest coal-fired power station

The government will extend the operating life of Eraring, Australia’s largest coal-fired power station, until August 2027.

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Diminished and drenched, Rishi Sunak seems impatient for his own demise

The British PM is attempting to pull off a turnaround that would be unique in modern political history. It’s not off to a convincing start.

US moves to break up biggest music company in Australia after Swift fiasco

 Taylor Swift performs during her Eras Tour at Accor Stadium, Sydney 2024.

Live Nation’s controversial merger with Ticketmaster has been under the microscope since fans struggled to buy tickets for Taylor Swift’s massive Eras tour.

Latham tweet ‘offensive, crass, vulgar’ but not defamatory, court told

NSW independent MP Mark Latham and his barrister Kieran Smark, KC, outside the Federal Court in Sydney.

The former NSW One Nation leader is defending a defamation action brought against him by Sydney MP Alex Greenwich over an offensive and graphic tweet.

Deepfake porn could cause a generational back step, says Plibersek

In a speech to be delivered on Thursday night, Tanya Plibersek will warn parents about the influence of artificial intelligence.

Sunday roast at Richmond Inn.

Push the gravy boat out at 12 of Sydney’s best Sunday roasts

From giant Yorkies to crackling porchetta, here’s where to find roasts with the most from Prospect to Avalon Beach.

This might be a five-star paradise, but its airport is a dismal one star

Prepare for queues to move at a glacial pace.

The queues are long and sweaty, the toilets are broken and the best thing about it is the view while taking off.

Mad Max at 45: A fan, a newcomer and a one-time hater debate the iconic film

George Miller’s thrilling, apocalyptic vision spawned Australia’s biggest film franchise. How does it hold up nearly half a century later?

‘Family spends $1000 a week on groceries’: The latest Hopoate to crack the NRL

Lehi Hopoate will make his NRL debut against Melbourne on Friday.

Lehi Hopoate is the latest member of the famous footballing family to make it to first grade. Not that his father wanted him to follow in his footsteps.

Super Rugby powerhouse apologises for coach’s foul-mouthed journo spray

Rob Penney has not had a successful season with the Crusdaers.

With cranky coaches swearing at media, letters and civil war threats, it begs the question: is New Zealand rugby the new Australia?

BHP’s expensive date with the Anglo directors

The Anglo American board has finally agreed to let BHP put forward the case for its now $74 billion takeover plan after the Australian mining giant upped its offer for the second time.

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Julie and Josh Niland will open an even more ambitious Sain Peter in their Grand National hotel development.

Sydney restaurant hooks a place in the World’s 50 Best longlist for 2024

The two-hatted fish-focused fine diner featured on the prestigious longlist of restaurants 51-100 announced overnight in Las Vegas.

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Live music

The plan to use White Bay Power Station to fix Sydney’s live music crisis

The heritage-listed White Bay Power Station.

The decommissioned power station is proposed to become a concert venue, dance hall and home for production spaces once the Biennale of Sydney packs up.

A fashion label beloved by Princess Catherine and Cate Blanchett is closing down

After a decade in business, The Vampire’s Wife will cease trading immediately.

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Blues playmaker Cody Walker was named man of the match in last year’s series finale.
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There’s one Rabbitoh NSW must pick for Origin. It’s not Latrell

Origin can bring out the best in players looking to escape the dramas at their club. Michael Maguire can do that with Souths’ mercurial star.

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Wests Tigers boss flies to UK on secret player clean-out mission

Shane Richardson flew to the United Kingdom as part of a selling spree that could have major ramifications on the joint venture club.

Sydney

A 3.9 magnitude earthquake was felt near Goulburn.

Residents wake to shaking as quake hits south-west of Sydney

The earthquake hit about 6.45am, as nearby residents reported feeling huge shakes and hearing strange noises.

A smoother bus ride is on the way to one of Sydney’s busiest CBDs

An electric bus charging system at Leichhardt depot in Sydney’s inner west.

A $115 million depot for electric buses will be built in Sydney’s north as the state plays catch-up with the rollout of charging stations and upgrades to existing depots.

If you win tonight’s $150m Powerball, odds are you’ll have big decisions to make. Here’s what to do

If you win tonight’s $150m Powerball, odds are you’ll have big decisions to make. Here’s what to do

The chances of you taking home the jackpot are extremely slim, but if you do, experts say there are ways to deal with all that cash and your emotions.

‘We are devastated’: Mother’s grief after the murder of two-year-old son

Sophie Roome, and her son Rowan, 2.

The mother of a child killed by his father in Lismore says the toddler should have been able to trust the man who took his life.

Traffic chaos as van fire shuts M8 Tunnel

The M8 Tunnel is closed in both directions between Rozelle and St Peters due to a van fire in the westbound tunnel at Tempe.

A van fire has shut down traffic on the M8 Tunnel, impacting peak hour commuters travelling from the M4 and the Rozelle Interchange.

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Energy-efficient homes sell for more money.

How to sell your home for $112,000 more than your neighbour

A new report finds how to fetch a higher price, attract more online listing views and make a home more liveable in the meantime.

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Rob Penney has not had a successful season with the Crusdaers.

Super Rugby powerhouse apologises for coach’s foul-mouthed journo spray

With cranky coaches swearing at media, letters and civil war threats, it begs the question: is New Zealand rugby the new Australia?

Lehi Hopoate will make his NRL debut against Melbourne on Friday.

‘Family spends $1000 a week on groceries’: Meet the latest Hopoate to crack the NRL

Lehi Hopoate is the latest member of the famous footballing family to make it to first grade. Not that his father wanted him to follow in his footsteps.

Isaiah Papali’i scored a double for the Tigers on Saturday.

Why Tigers are sending marquee man Papali’i to Penrith

The reigning premiers have landed the Kiwi back-rower after he was given permission to explore his options in a move described by the Tigers as ‘purely about our salary cap’.

Michael Cheika shakes hands with Eddie Jones during a Argentina-Wallabies clash in 2023.

‘Different coaches’: Waugh says Eddie Jones chaos won’t be a factor in Cheika call

Rugby Australia boss Phil Waugh says the search for a new Waratahs coach will be fast, but thorough.

Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift.

‘We’ll welcome Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift back’: Sydney puts up hand to host NFL game

Just months after the megastar singer and her boyfriend jetted into town, Sydney hopes the couple will be back for a historic NFL game in the city.

Blues playmaker Cody Walker was named man of the match in last year’s series finale.

There is one Rabbitoh NSW must pick for Origin … and it’s not Latrell

Origin can bring out the best in players looking to escape the dramas at their club. Michael Maguire can do that with South Sydney’s mercurial star.

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Former Dragons head coach and ex-Eels consultant Paul McGregor (left) with Brad Arthur.

‘I haven’t lost the passion’: McGregor puts hand up, Hannay’s agent set for Eels talks

The man who helped the Eels to the grand final two years ago is the first to publicly express an interest in the position made vacant by Brad Arthur’s sacking.

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