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She cleared native trees, he’s accused of lying over dumped asbestos. Meet the Khouzames
George Khouzame was responsible for the Condell Park house that collapsed. His wife was found guilty of a huge illegal land clearing. Now he’s being prosecuted in relation to dumping waste that includes asbestos.
Body of woman found in Sydney explosion rubble
A rescue mission has ended in tragedy after the body of a woman was found after two nights of searching the site of the blast.
Long-promised Sydney light rail gets the green light
Construction on a 12-kilometre light rail route connecting growing suburbs in Sydney’s west will begin later this year.
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Mental health
‘I hope that I will heal’: Dad turns to drugs to deal with ‘tsunami of grief’
A clinic will trial psychedelic drugs to treat fear and anxiety in people with PTSD, offering fresh hope for healing. But some say it’s not a miracle cure.
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Trial by Water
‘I want to believe he’s guilty, but I can’t’: Bryan lost his friend when Farquharson drove into a dam
Bryan Kennedy was just seven years old when his friend Tyler died. He cannot bring himself to believe Tyler’s father, Robert Farquharson, intended to kill.
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Crime
‘It could be any of us’: Hollow evidence rattles scientists
The Australian Academy of Science chief is calling for law reform after questions were raised over Robert Farquharson’s case.
Rupert Murdoch, 93, ties the knot for the fifth time
The media mogul married Elena Zhukova, 67, a retired molecular biologist, at the weekend at his vineyard in California.
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Skin cancer
Hayley’s melanoma came back. Then scientists tried something different
The Sydney teacher is one of dozens of Australians who contributed to a global trial.
Australia loses faith in America – but support for Trump is high
Donald Trump is easily the most popular Republican presidential candidate among Australians for at least the past 16 years, a major poll has revealed.
Sydney houses are more expensive than ever. The big surprise is the city next in line
High interest rates and inflation can’t stop Australia’s property market – and the prices outside Sydney are really worth keeping an eye on.
Opinion
Inflation
What’s happening in the economy is that no one’s sure what’s happening
After shocks including a global pandemic, war and supply chain disruptions, predicting the next move in our economy has become harder than we’re used to.
Ross Gittins
Economics Editor
Gina Rinehart enters her fashion era
Australia’s richest person is giving the Brisbane Fashion Festival a dose of her famous generosity.
‘Funny how the world works’: Tedesco’s chance to emulate Origin legends
A week after being the shock omission from the NSW squad, James Tedesco is back, and at ease with how things have panned out.
Australia in golden form for Olympics after women’s world series triumph
The sevens side beat France in this year’s decider in Spain – but a semi-final victory over a familiar foe may have given the team a greater edge in the battle for gold in Paris.
Why is protein so popular right now, and do you really need to eat more of it?
Protein-rich food products are suddenly everywhere. So what makes it a super nutrient and are we getting enough?
Rick Stein rolls in and sets a fishy challenge that sinks a top contender
Will Nat pull out her immunity pin? Is liquid smoke ever a good idea? Just two of the burning questions answered in Sunday night’s MasterChef elimination.
NRL 2024
Eels’ Matterson in limbo with headaches and dizzy spells, Simonsson cops ACL injury
The Eels back-rower hasn’t played since leaving the field in loss to the Broncos three weeks ago.
12-man Cowboys clip wings of high-flying Roosters
North Queensland have pulled off one of the biggest boilovers of the season despite missing six Origin stars and losing another man to the sin bin at Allianz Stadium.
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Police
Killer found with uniforms and police handcuffs to stay in jail
Trent Jennings’ storied criminal history includes killing a man he met on Grindr and tying up and robbing another of $400 and a Mercedes-Benz.
Planes to continue landing before end of curfew - if Sydney Airport gets its way
Australia’s largest airport wants to keep a rule that lets some international aircraft land in the hour before the overnight curfew lifts each day.
Australian universities are under siege. Are they powerless in the face of political attacks?
The federal government’s use of international student numbers to slash migration puts universities’ business models at risk. Here’s why.
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Education
How much screen time is too much? This is the answer to every parent’s question
New data reveals how Australian schools rank among OECD nations for the time students spend on digital devices in classrooms.
Art gallery wins more funding, faces more job cuts in tough NSW budget
A NSW Treasury audit shows the gallery’s $344 million expansion has not delivered on its forecast boost to its commercial activities, and more jobs may have to go.
Politics
Child sex offenders, drug dealers and violent criminals out in visa blitz
The government has cancelled the visas of child sex offenders, drug dealers and violent assailants in urgent decisions to overturn tribunal rulings that let them stay in Australia.
Business
Downsizing not on the radar for most retirees: AMP
Many retirees are concerned about running out of savings, while also wanting to help their kids. But a new survey suggests most don’t want to respond by downsizing the family home.
World
German police officer dies after knife attack at anti-political Islam rally
The attack by the 25-year-old immigrant from Afghanistan comes as immigration presents a key issue in German politics.
Opinion
Why Australia’s first female union boss scares Alan Jones
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
There are no fun facts about the next UK PM, but that’s actually his strength
George Brandis
Former high commissioner to the UK and federal attorney-general
If Australia is racist, it’s not just a black and white issue
Parnell Palme McGuinness
Columnist and communications adviser
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Property
Suburbs where home owners can’t afford their mortgages
As many as one in 30 households in hard-hit pockets have fallen behind on repayments, buckling under high rates and inflation.
From an unliveable terrace to a Surry Hills stunner, with bonus studio
When Philip bought the home, calling it a mess was an understatement. After four years, it has been transformed.
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Lifestyle
Nearly every beauty product has had a ‘glow up’. Now, it’s shaving’s turn
A $50 razor and one that slides into the palm of your hand are two of the new products invented by women seeking to challenge a male-dominated industry.
Culture
If you think kids’ films suddenly suck, this is why
Most major studios are opting for less original and juvenile titles, as they struggle to attract the entire family.
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‘Funny how the world works’: Tedesco’s chance to emulate Origin legends
A week after being the shock omission from the NSW squad, James Tedesco is back, and at ease with how things have panned out.
Australia in golden form for Olympics after women’s world series triumph
The sevens side beat France in this year’s decider in Spain – but a semi-final victory over a familiar foe may have given the team a greater edge in the battle for gold in Paris.
Implosion sinks Minjee Lee’s hopes as Yuka Saso claims second title
Australian Minjee Lee was top of the leaderboard in the final round of the US Open until it all started to unravel on the ninth hole at Lancaster Country Club.
Opinion
Super Rugby
Waratahs rebuild creates opportunities – and issues
Powering up the Waratahs scrum with Rebels stars could help NSW regain some lost ground. But it could also fuel one of the Tahs’ oldest problems.
Paul Cully
Rugby columnist
Eels’ Matterson in limbo with headaches and dizzy spells as Simonsson suffers ACL injury
The Eels back-rower hasn’t played since leaving the field in a loss to the Broncos three weeks ago.
Trailing by 12 and down to 12 men, the Cowboys still upset the high-flying Roosters
North Queensland have pulled off one of the biggest boilovers of the season despite missing six Origin stars and losing another man to the sin bin at Allianz Stadium.
Matildas coach promises ‘more aggressive’ Sydney display but Foord ‘unlikely’
Australia will play one more friendly against China at a sold-out Accor Stadium, just hours before Tony Gustavsson names his 18-player Paris 2024 squad on Tuesday.
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The Australian Open has a dilemma: can men and women keep playing together?
Five months out from this year’s event, there is still no official venue. Is the viability of one of the most historic golf tournaments under threat?