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The ‘zombie’ housing projects that are linked to Sydney’s housing crisis
Sydney property prices are at record highs and rental vacancies at historic lows, but new homes are struggling to get off the ground.
‘This cannot continue’: Wong demands halt to Rafah offensive
As the government called for Israel to stop its military campaign in Rafah, a global medical charity urged Australia to implement sanctions on Israel.
Home Affairs boss admits her department didn’t warn Giles on detainee visa challenges
The immigration minister has been under fire over a directive he issued last year that has been linked to several tribunal decisions allowing visa holders to stay despite committing grave crimes.
Opinion
Media & marketing
The end of men like Darren Wick is finally coming. Here’s how I know
The end of such men is coming through legislation. And it’s accelerating because of the alleged behaviour of men like Wick.
Jenna Price
Columnist and academic
Student campers reject Sydney University’s pledge to review defence ties
The university said its offer to review its defence ties was more comprehensive than ones accepted by other encampments across Australia.
‘I’m trying to look after my family’: Haas breaks silence over dad’s drugs arrest
The NSW Blues star has spoken for the first time since his father, Gregor, was arrested over alleged links to a Mexican cartel and plans to smuggle methamphetamines into Indonesia.
Donald Trump to give ‘very serious consideration’ to pardon for Julian Assange
Trump’s comments show a growing bipartisan willingness to let Assange walk free after similar remarks by US President Joe Biden.
Opinion
University
What’s the point of going to uni? It’s a question I’m still trying to answer
I had gone to school with people who thought tertiary education was something to be admired. What surprised me, when I actually arrived, was how pointless the whole thing seemed.
Flynn Shan Benson
Graduate, essay prize winner
The first Australian to undergo cryopreservation is now on ice. This scientist says he won’t come back
A Sydney man who died this month lies frozen in liquid nitrogen at a regional cryogenics facility. But will he ever be resurrected?
Exclusive
Private schools
Exclusive NSW girls’ school embroiled in ugly dispute
The fate of Australia’s oldest and most respected “creative community” looks uncertain, with long-term staff set to lose their jobs.
Opinion
Autism
Autism currently has a ‘cuteness’ problem. My reality is way different
When I was 13, my favourite teacher decided it would be a good idea to call me “Julia Peculiar” in front of the class. I am forever grateful.
Julia Pound
Opinion
Discrimination
No, you can’t wear a tail to work and expect to keep your job, obviously
What you do on the weekend is entirely your own business, but as an employment lawyer, I can assure you that you cannot dress as a furry at work and expect legal protection.
Paul O'Halloran
Employment Lawyer
Analysis
Home loans
Rise of the ‘gran bank’: Why helping grandkids buy a home could cost you
The bank of mum and dad may be one of the biggest lenders in Australia, but older generations are helping out too, sometimes at their own peril.
Investors give Lendlease a tick for overhaul amid warning it ‘will not be easy’
Investors are positive about Lendlease’s restructure, but there will be short-term pain while the process is under way to achieve long-term gain, analysts warn.
The joy of six ingredients: Four pasta sauces that punch well above their weight
Katrina Meynink’s flavour-packed pasta sauce recipes are easy on your wallet, your time and your shopping list. And they taste fabulous, too.
This dazzling complex is one of the world’s great architectural ensembles
Bangkok’s Grand Palace has been at the centre of ceremony for Thai kings since 1782.
How to visit the most expensive part of Europe without breaking the bank
Scandinavia is notoriously expensive, but savvy travellers can cut the cost of visiting Denmark, Sweden and Norway.
NRL 2024
One stat and six charts show why Edwards replaced Tedesco as No.1
There’s one area where Blues coach Michael Maguire believes the Penrith fullback can revolutionise his attack.
Opinion
Inside the Blues campaign: Why Maguire wants the spirit of ’85
The NSW coach has called on past glories to inspire his team for the 2024 State of Origin series.
Roy Masters
Sports Columnist
Sydney
Updated
Missing person
Mystery deepens over woman believed to have given birth by river, police leave site
Police have urged the mother to visit a hospital, as detectives found nothing in their initial search for the woman and her newborn baby.
Exclusive
Architecture
Why Jo didn’t want her home to scream ‘we’re from Sydney’
For these three architects, being good neighbours was more than being professional – it was personal.
Updated
Courts
Kallista Mutten denies killing daughter Charlise behind chicken shed
Charlise Mutten’s mother has denied shooting her nine-year-old daughter dead behind a chicken shed in the Blue Mountains or that messages from a “higher power” had told her to kill her daughter.
Exclusive
Domestic violence
‘I’m not going to stop until she’s dead’: More men ignoring DV orders
A teenage boy found his father holding a brick over his unconscious mother two weeks after his mother had sought the ADVO against her husband.
Exclusive
Sydney councils
‘I want to keep going’: Clover Moore seeks sixth term
The 78-year-old Sydney lord mayor rejected the suggestion it was time to give someone else a go after 20 years in the job, citing maxims from Buddha and Teddy Roosevelt.
Politics
From top shelf to bargain bins: Shoppers downgrade their tipple
High inflation and aggressive interest rate rises have left the nation’s retail sector facing its worst outlook in generations.
Business
Second Nine manager resigned amid complaints of inappropriate touching
The head of publicity at Stan quit amid claims of bullying and touching staff, the AFR has reported.
World
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Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Leaders react to Rafah strike with horror, Netanyahu says it was ‘tragic mistake’
An Israeli airstrike triggered a fire that killed 45 people, including women and children, in a tent camp in the Gazan city, officials said, prompting an outcry from Israel’s closest allies.
Opinion
Wall Street is changing its trade clocks. Here’s how it could cost you
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
A man who can’t organise an umbrella can’t possibly organise a teenage army
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
A social media ban for under-16s won’t work. Here’s what will
Nicole Jameson
Director, Dark Horse Agency
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Property
The type of home that’s only getting more expensive
Two key statistics indicate that Australia’s housing affordability crisis will continue to worsen, even as governments scramble to ease supply constraints.
No parking, no worries: Lilyfield house sells for $4.68m at auction
Listing agent Jack Parry said the sale price rivalled nearby homes with on-site parking. Domain Group recorded a preliminary auction clearance rate of 69.7 per cent at the weekend.
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Lifestyle
The exercises you should be doing to lower blood pressure
Experts agree that one of the best way to prevent and lower hypertension is by working out.
Culture
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Comedy
The Cleaner turns gruesome tragedy into hilarity in this cameo-filled comedy
UK funnyman Greg Davies plays a crime-scene cleaner who can’t help getting involved with the oddballs he encounters on the job.
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‘I’m trying to look after my family’: Payne Haas breaks silence over dad’s drugs arrest
The NSW Blues star has spoken for the first time since his father, Gregor, was arrested over alleged links to a Mexican cartel and plans to smuggle methamphetamines into Indonesia.
Opinion
State of Origin
Inside the Blues campaign: Why Maguire wants the spirit of ’85
The NSW coach has called on past glories to inspire his team for the 2024 State of Origin series.
Roy Masters
Sports Columnist
‘If anyone thinks I’m a racist, I can’t control that’: Leniu opens up on Vegas fallout
NSW debutant says he isn’t expecting retaliation from Brisbane teammates of Ezra Mam in the Origin opener, but won’t back down from the confrontation against the Maroons.
‘I’m really blessed’: Marsh’s return as World Cup captain after 14 years
Mitchell Marsh lifted a World Cup trophy as under-19s captain in 2010. After almost disappearing as an international player, he has the chance to do it again.
$4 million in four days: Why the ‘Matildas effect’ isn’t slowing down
The two friendlies against China have been sold out for weeks, and an average crowd of 50,000 has watched their last 12 matches on home soil.
Updated
Around the clubs
Penrith seek cap relief after May stand-down; Trindall back for Sharks after DUI
Taylan May is unlikely to play again this season after pleading not guilty to domestic violence charges, while Cronulla’s Brayden Trindall will return following his own off-field dramas.
Yulong splashes record $6.6 million on champion broodmare Imperatriz
Having smashed records on the racetrack, 10-time group 1 winner Imperatriz set another mark in the Magic Millions sale ring on Tuesday.
Have Your Say
Queensland picked Israel Folau. Why wouldn’t NSW pick Joseph Suaalii?
The relevant question about Suaalii isn’t about whether he should contest the Origin opener but on which side of the field he will play.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer