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His second home is sitting on a developer’s goldmine. But he says ‘we must stay’
Membership is declining and income is dwindling, leaving a once-thriving institution at the crossroads and divided over its future.
Large-scale search launched for missing TV doctor Michael Mosley
The well-known British journalist was last seen setting out on a coastal walk alone on the Greek island of Symi, police officials said.
Dutton says Shorten ‘doesn’t have a clue’ about NDIS
NDIS Minister Bill Shorten has defended his management of the scheme amid fraud revelations, instead calling the Liberal Party “a human blame factory”.
Warragamba Dam spills, suburb prepares to evacuate after deluge
Some residents are on high alert after an overnight drenching, with Sydney’s largest dam spilling water into the already rising Hawkesbury-Nepean river system.
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Media & marketing
‘You assaulted me’: Nine chair Costello appears to shove journalist to ground
Peter Costello rubbished suggestions he should resign after video emerged of him appearing to shove a journalist to the ground at Canberra Airport.
‘Never forget’: D-Day invasion remembered under shadow of new war in Europe
In Normandy, as the world’s leaders gathered to pay homage to the men who stormed the beaches in 1944 to end Adolf Hitler’s conquest of Europe, new conflict looms.
‘I like seeing you bend down’: Shocking levels of sexual harassment in retail sector
Rebecca Donaldson has been harassed by both customers and staff, something a new report says is shockingly common.
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Cancer
When Scout was born with brain cancer, the key to fighting it was in her genes
Hundreds of children have had their tumours shrunk or eradicated completely in a world-first program giving hope to every child diagnosed with cancer in Australia.
‘We hate Aussies’: Former US swim champ makes bold prediction ahead of Olympics
Australia are poised to beat the USA in an Olympic swimming competition for the first time since Melbourne 1956, according to America’s leading commentator.
Opinion
State of Origin
Sack the half. Bring in the out-of-form star. Bag the coach. Just another day for the Blues
The criticism of the Blues has been predictable. Michael Maguire needs to hold his nerve when selecting his team for Origin II.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
‘Roaring Kitty’ triggers $6.9 billion Wall Street frenzy with a YouTube post
Keith Gill, whose “Roaring Kitty” online moniker made him a folk hero for meme stock investors, has markets on edge again.
Steve Bannon, Donald Trump ally, ordered to report to prison
The decision means the right-wing media firebrand will likely be behind bars for a critical stretch of the presidential campaign.
‘It’s paradise’: The natural disaster-hit suburb many home owners won’t leave
Rising water has become a constant threat in coastal Florida, but many residents here cannot afford to elevate their homes or move.
‘Real Martha’ sues Netflix over Baby Reindeer portrayal, seeks $255m
Scottish woman Fiona Harvey says the character of Martha in “Baby Reindeer,” is based on her and has destroyed her life.
Review
Rose Bay
Icon review: Is a long lunch at Catalina still a great day out?
When lunch calls for white linen napkins and good ol’ fashioned hospitality, this Sydney stayer nails the brief.
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STATE OF ORIGIN
Two tackles and two words that prove to Maguire all is not lost
Liam Martin won over fans on both sides of the border with some bruising tackles, including one involving good mate J’maine Hopgood.
Has Tedesco done enough to escape the sack again?
Having initially dropped James Tedesco, NSW coach Michael Maguire will have to again revisit the fullback position.
Sydney
Tears and trauma as NSW apologises for anti-gay laws
“We are sorry,” Premier Chris Minns told a packed gallery on the eve of the 40th anniversary of the scrapping of homosexual criminalisation.
Bail decisions set for overhaul as Ticehurst investigation launched
The NSW government will probe whether Molly Ticehurst was offered “intruder proofing” to her home in the weeks before she was killed.
Rain drenches Sydney after wreaking havoc on South Coast
An extreme weather warning has been issued for parts of Sydney after a deluge on the south coast flooded roads and houses.
Strike to force shutdown of Sydney light rail network
Drivers and other light rail workers have rejected a pay deal and notified the tram operator of a 24-hour strike on Wednesday.
Cyclist dies after horror northern beaches crash
Nick Sky was cycling on Forest Way at Belrose on Tuesday morning when he and another rider were hit by a car.
SEE & DO
In detention, with no brush or oils, this Archibald finalist taught himself to paint
Mostafa Azimitabar was desperate for distraction while on Manus Island and denied art supplies, out of fears he would self-harm. So he used what he had.
Why romcoms are the only thing we’re going to be watching this year
From Anne Hathaway to Nicole Kidman and Ryan Gosling: your favourite long-suffering genre is getting a big injection of star power.
Politics
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Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Labor clashes with Greens over $1 billion war export claims
Labor rebuked the Greens after being asked to cancel a contract with Israeli company Elbit Systems, cited as proof Australia was “complicit” in the slaughter of Gazans.
Business
Why the world’s biggest gold miner is talking about copper
The world’s biggest gold miner says it would consider a joint venture with BHP to exploit its significant copper reserves.
Opinion
Investing
Nvidia leaps into the $3 trillion club and could soon own it
Elizabeth Knight
Business columnist
World
Analysis
China relations
Why ‘Taiwanese-ness’ is complex and increasingly important
For three days, the Shangri-La hotel in Singapore was thronging with political leaders, defence ministers and top military brass from around the world.
Opinion
Greens are playing with red paint over Gaza. It could stain their hands
David Crowe
Chief political correspondent
The mood on immigration is tinder dry and Dutton has lit a match
Niki Savva
Award-winning political commentator and author
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The most liveable Sydney suburbs on a $1.1 million budget
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Seven of our favourite luxury homes for sale right now
From a Mediterranean-inspired design to a Parisian-style manor, we’ve rounded up our pick of the bunch.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Chanel designer Virginie Viard leaves fashion’s top job
After five years Karl Lagerfeld’s successor Virginie Viard is leaving Chanel, with two designers already waiting in the wings.
Culture
The best books, TV, music and films of 2024 so far - and what’s to come
Here’s what had us hooked for the first half of the year, and what’s going to get us through the rest.
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Opinion
State of Origin
Sack the half. Bring in the out-of-form star. Bag the coach. Just another day for the Blues
The criticism of the Blues has been predictable. Michael Maguire needs to hold his nerve when selecting his team for Origin II.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
‘We hate Aussies’: Former US swim champ makes bold prediction ahead of Olympics
Australia are poised to beat the USA in an Olympic swimming competition for the first time since Melbourne 1956, according to America’s leading commentator.
Breaking
ICC Men’s World Cup
USA stun Pakistan in World Cup super over thriller
Pakistan, the 2009 champions, recovered from a poor start to score 7-159 before the US plundered 14 runs from their final six balls to send the match to a super over.
Queensland were bashed and belted for all but 90 seconds, but still prevailed
A record crowd in Newcastle watched the Maroons somehow keep the series alive with one of the gutsiest Origin performances on record.
Socceroos scrape 2-0 win over Bangladesh, Irankunda makes debut
Nestory Irankunda made a surprise starting debut for the Socceroos in a scrappy 2-0 victory over Bangladesh in tough conditions in Dhaka on Thursday night.
Two tackles and two words that prove to Michael Maguire all is not lost
Liam Martin won over fans on both sides of the border with some bruising tackles, including one involving good mate J’maine Hopgood.
Roosters explore early Nawaqanitawase switch, but Olympics beckon
After being snubbed by the Wallabies, Mark Nawaqanitawase could go to the Olympics - or make his move to the NRL five months early.
Have Your Say
Hynes had his chance: The four changes NSW must make for State of Origin II
When presented with the moment to dispel a perception that he requires a pack of Strepsils when the lights are on him, Nicho Hynes instead got lost in them.
Michael Chammas
Sports reporter
