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It’s this WWII veteran’s second home. But now it’s sitting on a $70m developer goldmine

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.

‘You assaulted me’: Nine chair Costello appears to shove journalist to ground

Peter Costello.

Peter Costello rubbished suggestions he should resign after video emerged of him appearing to shove a journalist to the ground at Canberra Airport.

Embattled Giles reveals changes to immigration, strengthens protection

Immigration Minister Andrew Giles has announced a new direction, 110, which will prioritise community safety in immigration decisions.

Warragamba Dam spills, suburb prepares to evacuate after deluge

A car is submerged in flood water on the Menangle Bridge.

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.

Large-scale search launched for missing TV doctor Michael Mosley

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.

‘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

‘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.

Kyle Chalmers won gold in the men’s 100-metre freestyle at the world championships last year in Fukuoka.

‘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.

Police swoop after FriendlyJordies firebombing

Jordan Shanks, who publishes FriendlyJordies, addresses media about the fire at his Bondi home.

YouTube creator FriendlyJordies’ Bondi home was targeted in an alleged arson attack. Now police have charged an alleged bikie over the blaze.

‘Roaring Kitty’ triggers $6.9 billion Wall Street frenzy with a YouTube post

Keith Gill is a GameStop investor known on social media forums as Roaring Kitty. His trading has caused a rally in GameStop shares.

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.

Fiona Harvey (left) and Jessica Gunning as Martha in the Netflix series. 

Gunning plays the character of Martha, based on his stalker, who is believed to be a woman called Fiona Harvey.

‘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.

Winner of Archibald Prize to be revealed today – who gets your vote?

Some of the finalists in the 2024 Archibald Prize.

It’s arguably the biggest day on the arts calendar in Australia and this year’s pool of finalists is suitably impressive. Stay tuned for live coverage of the big announcement.

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Liam Martin irons out J’maine Hopgood

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.

It was a long night for James Tedesco at Accor Stadium.

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.

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Children can wait up to five years to see a paediatrician in country NSW.

Flu-monia: The cocktail of coughs putting NSW hospitals on high alert

Emergency departments are braced for a punishing winter of respiratory illnesses as rising numbers of children are presenting to hospital.

Tears and trauma as NSW apologises for anti-gay laws

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

NSW Premier Chris Minns announced tough new bail laws after Molly Ticehurst’s death.

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

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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

Sydney’s light rail network will be brought to a halt for 24 hours next Wednesday.

Drivers and other light rail workers have rejected a pay deal and notified the tram operator of a 24-hour strike on Wednesday.

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Former refugee Mostafa Azimitabar with his portrait of Angus McDonald, which is a finalist in the Archibald Prize at the Art Gallery of NSW.

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.

This year’s top romcoms.

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From Anne Hathaway to Nicole Kidman and Ryan Gosling: your favourite long-suffering genre is getting a big injection of star power.

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The day after the night before … Michael Maguire fronts the media after the Origin I loss.

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.

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Kyle Chalmers won gold in the men’s 100-metre freestyle at the world championships last year in Fukuoka.

‘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.

US bowler Saurabh Netralvakar celebrates the shock win in Texas.

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.

Jessika Elliston and Shannon Mato of the Maroons celebrate winning game two of the Women’s State of Origin series between New South Wales Sky Blues and Queensland Maroons at McDonald Jones Stadium on June 06, 2024 in Newcastle, Australia. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Image

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

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.

Liam Martin irons out J’maine Hopgood

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.

Mark Nawaqanitawase runs the ball during a Wallabies training session ahead of the Rugby World Cup.

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.

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