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Planning
Revealed: The number of new homes coming to your Sydney suburb
Some parts of Sydney’s north and east have had their housing targets tripled and quadrupled under figures released by the state government today.
The property boasted space for ‘extraordinary home’. Its owner has copped a record fine
A Sydney woman illegally cleared hectares of native vegetation to make a site for a house and space for her family to drive their cars.
Watch live: Ley asks Giles to apologise for child abused by foreign national
“The Albanese Labor government’s watering down of the law has allowed this criminal to stay in Australia, making our country less safe,” Deputy Opposition Leader Sussan Ley said.
‘Yelling and screaming’: Man stabbed to death in eastern suburbs, woman arrested
Investigators believe the fatal stabbing at a suburban home in Sydney’s east on Tuesday night was domestic violence.
Analysis
Immigration
Higher tolerance for rapists fighting deportation, but zero tolerance for facts
Australians should have zero tolerance for rape and sexual assault. But when Charles William Davidson had to answer for 59 sex offences, he was shown clemency instead.
Australians may be caught up in suspected hack
Notorious hacker group ShinyHunters claims to have stolen the personal details and credit card information of millions of customers around the world.
Opinion
Donald Trump
Of the Trump trial’s sleazy cast, one actor performed best
During this historic trial, one person exhibited a strength of character the others plainly lack.
Bill Wyman
Columnist
‘Out to destroy the relationship’: How Netanyahu split with Biden and the Democrats
Nothing has shattered progressives’ sympathy for Israel like Netanyahu’s rhetoric and actions, Democrats say, particularly the high civilian death toll in Gaza.
Opinion
Oil
Exxon’s battle against climate activism comes to a head tonight
The future of climate-related shareholder activism may be at stake when shareholders meet for the company’s annual general meeting.
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
With streamers culling their libraries, Australia’s TV history is being erased
Two recent Australian TV series, Paper Dolls and One Night, are no longer available to watch. Dig further and the issue becomes more concerning.
Review
Gymea
House wines, hand-made pasta and inner-city vibes flow at this buzzy suburban Italian spot
Popular new restaurant Fior brings Surry Hills smarts and Totti’s-style antipasti to the Shire.
★½
Review
Big fat hairy deal: Chris Pratt’s new Garfield goes to the dogs
In this dull big-screen adaptation, the orange plus-sized house cat even addresses the psychological issues underlying his food addiction and lack of motivation.
Nicho Hynes sits out day one of Blues training on Sharks’ advice
Nathan Cleary was a surprise spectator at NSW’s first training session for this year’s Origin series, but the man picked to replace him didn’t work out with the side.
Like Vegas meets Disney: Mega-resort is impressive, but I won’t be returning
Once an illicit playground for the elite, mega-resort Sun City now has different challenges.
Australia’s fashion world record that no one should be proud of
Fed a diet of fast fashion, Australian consumers buy more new clothes than any other country. And more steps are needed to tackle waste.
NRL 2024
‘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.
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.
Sydney
Emergency departments are busier than ever. Here’s how your hospital stacks up
Emergency waiting times at two of the state’s biggest hospitals have skyrocketed as the system buckles under “unprecedented pressure”.
Exclusive
Courts
Acid bath killer murdered pregnant wife who had wanted to leave him
Arnima Hayat told her friends Meraj Zafar was violent and she regretted marrying him. He now admits he killed the 19-year-old.
Exclusive
Domestic violence
The ADVO hearing that could have saved a two-year-old boy
A Lismore man last week killed his two-year-old son Rowan in a murder-suicide that shocked the state.
Australian students are failing science. Can you answer these year 6 questions?
The latest National Assessment Program report found about a third of year 6 students say they do not have science lessons every week.
Want schools? Build housing: Premier dangles the carrot to Sydney
The Minns government will tie funding for key local infrastructure to councils which meet and beat new five-year housing targets.
Politics
How direction 99 is putting Andrew Giles under pressure
The minister is under fire over a direction that has been linked to several legal decisions to allow foreign-born criminals to stay in Australia.
Business
It could cost you thousands, so how do you pick a good super fund?
Many of us don’t think twice about what super fund we get put in, but poor performance can cost you thousands. Here’s what you should look out for.
World
‘Two-bit big shot’: Robert De Niro unleashes on Donald Trump outside hush money trial
As closing arguments began in the former president’s historic trial, the Hollywood star made a surprise appearance in Lower Manhattan.
Opinion
The end of men like Darren Wick is finally coming. Here’s how I know
Jenna Price
Columnist and academic
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Property
The Australians who have at least 50 per cent of their wealth tied up in property
Research into the makeup of Australians’ wealth has revealed whose home is the highest proportion of their net worth.
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.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Everyone at my brand-new job got a pay rise, except me
When you’re new to a role, timing is everything when it comes to asking for a salary adjustment, says Dr Kirstin Ferguson.
Culture
Jimmy Barnes survived open-heart surgery. Now he’s getting the band back together
Australian rock royalty Cold Chisel will reunite and tour Australia later this year, just months after frontman Jimmy Barnes recovered from open-heart surgery.
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Sport
Nicho Hynes sits out day one of Blues training on Sharks’ advice
Nathan Cleary was a surprise spectator at NSW’s first training session for this year’s Origin series, but the man picked to replace him didn’t work out with the side.
Remember me? Former whiz-kid Arzani returns in new-look Socceroos squad
Daniel Arzani’s career hasn’t hit the heights many expected after a breakout performance at the 2018 World Cup, but he’s been given another shot at international football.
‘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.
Nine tries in four starts: Will Wallabies unleash the ‘Junkyard Dog’?
Reds rookie Tim Ryan has become a cult hero with a series of sizzling tries that have to be seen to be believed. And he is NSW’s problem this week.
‘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.
$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.
‘It’s every kid’s dream’: Why Edwards’ Origin journey has been a marathon not a sprint
It’s been a long road from the bush town of Dorrigo to State of Origin for Dylan Edwards. But the friends, family and former teammates who were there at the start have enjoyed every step.
Have Your Say
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
