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Crime
On the run for months, builder of collapsed Sydney home is convicted of fraud
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.
Analysis
UK election
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.
Macron lands in New Caledonia amid deadly unrest
French President Emmanuel Macron has arrived in riot-hit New Caledonia and says that he wants to see peace, calm and security return.
US moves to break up biggest music company in Australia after Swift fiasco
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
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.
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
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 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
With cranky coaches swearing at media, letters and civil war threats, it begs the question: is New Zealand rugby the new Australia?
Opinion
Company mergers
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.
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
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 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.
NRL 2024
Opinion
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.
Andrew Johns
League columnist
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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
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
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
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
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
A van fire has shut down traffic on the M8 Tunnel, impacting peak hour commuters travelling from the M4 and the Rozelle Interchange.
SEE & DO
Shardlake is a fascinating protagonist in this 16th century murder mystery
Disabled actor Arthur Hughes plays an English barrister who gets to the bottom of the machinations that surround King Henry VIII.
‘Clouds’ onstage and other strange challenges solved by this design supremo
Designer Elizabeth Gadsby loves to push boundaries in her work.
Politics
Wait list for weight loss as Ozempic replicas banned in four months
Elyse used a compound version of Ozempic for a year to lose weight. She says taking replicas off the market will only create more distress.
Business
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Mergers & acquisitions
Anglo rejects BHP’s $74 billion third offer, but leaves door open for deal
BHP has gained a one-week extension to come up with an improved and binding takeover offer for Anglo American after its rival rejected its latest bid.
World
Rain-soaked Sunak calls snap election as Tories face thrashing
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak cut an almost comical figure as he stood, drenched, in pouring rain outside 10 Downing Street.
Opinion
The politicians who are pro-nuclear energy, until it’s in their backyard
Alexandra Smith
State Political Editor
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Property
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.
‘Early warning sign’: Why property owners are selling their homes now
Owners are selling up in greater numbers this autumn than they were at the same time last year, new figures show.
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Lifestyle
How to care for yourself while you’re caring for an ageing parent
Regardless of how much you love the person you’re looking after, caregiving can be difficult.
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Literature
The day I shopped for hair products with Booker Prize winner Paul Lynch
Booker Prize winner 2023 Paul Lynch is in Australia to talk about his award-winning book Prophet Song.
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Sport
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?
‘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.
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’.
‘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.
‘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.
Opinion
State of Origin
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.
Andrew Johns
League columnist
‘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.
Have Your Say
I’m calling it: Why ‘marvellous’ moments in sports commentary are dying out
Where are the Benauds, the Comettis, and the Warrens of the new generation? It might be the case that the talent is there, we’re just not listening like we used to.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
