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Investigations
Fire danger and bits from Bunnings: $50m border boats beset with problems
Insiders claim ABF’s Cape-class boats are plagued with dangerous issues. An investigation has revealed one was out of action when a people-smuggling vessel landed on Australian soil.
Labor leaders top a shaved-down King’s Birthday Honours list
Contentious premiers Daniel Andrews and Mark McGowan along with former Labor leader Simon Crean head a slimmed-down honours list.
Nine board chairman Peter Costello quits
The former treasurer stepped down as chairman of Nine Entertainment Co days after allegations he shoved a reporter at Canberra Airport.
Updated
Missing person
Body found in search for missing British TV doctor Michael Mosley
Police say a body believed to be that of the popular television doctor has been found on the Greek island of Symi.
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University
Thousands of cheating students overwhelm uni integrity departments
Experts fear a cheating black market is contributing to rising levels of students caught cheating.
The French sure know how to throw a state dinner – just ask Joe Biden
In the gilded reception hall of the Elysee Palace, Emmanuel Macron embraced a French tradition that has endured through monarchy, empire and five republics.
McGrath promoted up the order to lead King’s Birthday Honours
The legendary fast bowler is among more than 700 Australians to be recognised with King’s Birthday Honours.
Scary scenes as massive Vivid crowds feared crush
Vivid attendees say it was “lucky no one panicked” after a bottleneck risked causing a crowd crush after Saturday night’s drone show in Circular Quay.
‘Point of difference’: Why Eels are eyeing off Cheika, coaching rookies
Parramatta are aiming to have a new head coach by the end of June, ruling out Michael Maguire as the club weighs up left-field and untried options.
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AFL 2024
Swans in midst of once-in-100-year storm to further flag credentials
Sydney have underlined their premiership favouritism, brushing away the lethargy of the bye to overrun Geelong in front of a packed SCG on Sunday evening.
Analysis
Australian rugby
Lock him in, Joe: The rookie who can keep Rebels spirit alive in a gold jersey
As a club, the Rebels came to an end at the weekend in the Super Rugby Pacific quarter-finals. But the career of one Melbourne youngster is only just getting started.
Australia’s most expensive apartment in the 1960s has had a luxurious facelift
Move over Barangaroo and Paragon, this 60s apartment’s got top-end design in a highly coveted apartment block.
The ATO brawl that almost ended PwC investigation
The tax office faces fresh scrutiny over allegations that it actively attempted to derail the investigation.
Opinion
Psychology
‘I don’t know’: Why opting out of conversations has become a social media crime
Some people do powerful work on social media. But they’re usually not the ones pressuring fitness models to provide insight into global conflicts.
Charlotte Mortlock
Journalist and political advisor
Recipe collection
Meal prep
Fourteen of Adam Liaw’s best ever winter recipes to cook next week
From rustic soups to slow-simmered stews, these winter warmers will keep you toasty on those chilly nights.
Meet the men who eat meat (and only meat)
Some boast about having not consumed a vegetable in months. They also claim drastic health benefits. Health experts are sceptical.
‘You risk falling for trends’: A holistic coach’s day on a plate
Dietitian Joanna McMillan gives her advice on Rodrigo Perez’s diet, which includes starting the day with a teaspoon of salt.
Weekend Reads
Opinion
A letter to my sister before the arrival of her first baby
Motherhood is overwhelming in its abundance – an abundance of love so powerful it can break down doors and an abundance of fear that any number of things could go wrong.
Jamila Rizvi
Columnist
‘Of course I make an effort with how I look’: Elizabeth Hurley at 58
As bold in life as she is in fashion, the actor talks glamour, loss and how working with son Damian strengthened their bond.
Sydney
In NSW, there are now 50,000 short-term rentals. The area with the most isn’t Byron Bay
A levy on short-term rental accommodation is being considered by the government, but regional property owners say any broad-based levy would kill tourism.
Investigation
Web culture
‘I have to live with it’: The people trying to hide from Google
Australians are paying big money to online reputation management experts to manipulate search engines and remove content – but with mixed success.
Care homes resist laws that would boost residents’ rights
Providing feedback on the federal government’s proposed aged care act, the sector raised concerns about exceedingly high expectations from older people for care.
‘Turn them back at the border’: Call for ban on forced labour goods
Shein and Temu are soaring in popularity among consumers, but experts say the risk of forced labour needs to be investigated and some brands should be banned.
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Performing arts
Unseen for 60 years: Lost Beatles tape unearthed at secondhand market
Sydney filmmaker and former musician Greg Perano bought an old 8mm film that contained live footage from the legendary Sydney Stadium gigs for $11.
NRL 2024
Analysis
Can the Bulldogs cut Mitchell Moses down to size?
In front of a large crowd that is expected to include Blues coach Michael Maguire, the Eels star faces a unique challenge at Accor Stadium on Monday.
Exclusive
Jack Rabbit: Souths join the race to sign de Belin
The veteran Dragons forward could reunite with Wayne Bennett at South Sydney if he fails to agree terms on an extension with the Red V.
Politics
Exclusive
ALP
Labor to pick first Palestinian Australian to replace veteran MP
The move follows a heated week in federal parliament which pitted Labor against the Greens over the ALP’s position on Gaza.
Business
Opinion
Retirement living
There are four types of modern retirees. Which one are you?
Retirement age and the concept of retirement in Australia is changing dramatically, and there are four distinct approaches emerging.
Bec Wilson
Money contributor
Opinion
Budgeting
How to streamline your costs and instantly up your income
Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon
Money contributor
Opinion
Ask an expert
When my kids inherit my shares, how much tax will they have to pay?
Paul Benson
Money contributor
World
Israel rescues four hostages in raid Palestinians say killed 210
Israel’s largest hostage rescue operation since the war began saved four hostages from central Gaza amid a heavy air and ground assault.
Opinion
I am a Christian but my tribe supports Trump. I feel like I no longer belong
Tim Costello
Chief advocate for the Alliance for Gambling Reform
Queen Victoria had a dog called Looty. What does that tell you?
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
Shorten’s speechwriter earns $310,000 a year. So what
Jacqueline Maley
Columnist and senior journalist
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Property
Sydney’s market just slipped. Here’s which areas are strongest and weakest
Sydney’s property market has slowly come off the boil since the start of the year, but do the softer neighbourhoods spell what’s coming for the rest?
‘Tiny’ Chatswood block sells for $2.02 million after 17 buyers registered to bid
The sheer interest underscores the dearth of affordable options between a unit and house in the suburb and much of the north shore.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Before you fly, put these items in your carry-on to arrive looking fresh
We all know flying can dehydrate skin. Pass time in the air with a DIY beauty treatment.
Culture
‘I fell in love again’: Guillaume Brahimi on what drew him back to France
The popular TV chef is back in his birthplace, as he hits up the coast for Guillaume’s French Atlantic and then hops on his bike for Plat du Tour.
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Sport
‘Point of difference’: Why Eels are eyeing off Cheika, coaching rookies
Parramatta are aiming to have a new head coach by the end of June, ruling out Michael Maguire as the club weighs up left-field and untried options.
Updated
AFL 2024
Swans in midst of once-in-100-year storm to further flag credentials
Sydney have underlined their premiership favouritism, brushing away the lethargy of the bye to overrun Geelong in front of a packed SCG on Sunday evening.
Galvin finally rested as Tigers offer fresh deal to drop release request
The 18-year-old rookie sensation has needed pain-killing injections to keep playing through a hand injury. But the club will take him out of the line of fire as it prepares a shock response to his release request.
Analysis
Australian rugby
Lock him in, Joe: The rookie who can keep Rebels spirit alive in a gold jersey
As a club, the Rebels came to an end at the weekend in the Super Rugby Pacific quarter-finals. But the career of one Melbourne youngster is only just getting started.
‘This sucks’: Stubblety-Cook addresses Chinese rival’s positive drugs test
Zac Stubblety-Cook lost his 200m breaststroke world record last year to China’s Qin Haiyang, who tested positive to a banned substance before the Tokyo Olympics.
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NRL 2024
Smith issued breach notice after skipping Roosters’ mid-season review
The Roosters held a mandatory player review the day after the team’s loss to the Cowboys. But Brandon Smith did not turn up, and has been issued a breach notice.
Analysis
NRL 2024
Can the Bulldogs cut Mitchell Moses down to size?
In front of a large crowd that is expected to include Blues coach Michael Maguire, the Eels star faces a unique challenge at Accor Stadium on Monday.
Have Your Say
Madge’s safety net will get him only so far with Blues
The NSW coach wants to follow the Queensland example, where critics and the media put aside their differences to support the Maroons. But he’s under pressure after just one game.
