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Trial by Water podcast
A new investigative podcast about one of Australia’s most controversial cases.
Sunday Life
Indulge in the best ‘me time’ reading with our new digital magazine edition.
The Sydney suburbs that are home to thousands of guns
About 10,000 more people in NSW now have a gun licence compared to 2020. But it’s the handful of licences police fail to stop being granted which is alarming public policy experts.
Deal or no deal: What Trump 2.0 could mean for our nuclear submarines
Experts say the AUKUS defence pact appeals to the volatile dealmaker, but he may try to squeeze more cash out of Australia.
‘Fear for their life’: Constable fires gun at car as it sped towards police
Police were responding to reports of a break and enter at an inner west apartment complex when two men drove the car at officers.
Opinion
Five Minutes with Fitz
‘I’m not anti-nuclear, I’m anti-bulls—’: Why this expert says Dutton’s plan ignores reality
One of Australia’s foremost voices on energy futures says doing anything other than pursuing renewables with enthusiasm right now is not paying attention to what’s going on.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
‘Dripping with self-righteous sanctimony’: Littleproud lashes Teal MPs in nuclear debate
Nationals leader David Littleproud also backed Peter Dutton’s description of Anthony Albanese as a “child in a man’s body”, as the political fight over nuclear energy escalates.
Dutton’s claim nuclear waste would be size of Coke can ‘hard to swallow’
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton is spruiking the benefits of nuclear energy, but one of his claims has left a bad taste in experts’ mouths.
Warner out as Australia lose third wicket against Afghanistan
As the T20 Cricket World Cup enters the playoffs stage, Australia are looking to continue their good form against a tricky Afghanistan side.
Latest live posts
Loading‘I was thrust into the spotlight’: Life as Australia’s second-fastest man
“That made me feel quite uncomfortable,” says athlete Rohan Browning on the attention he received after the Tokyo Olympics.
Setbacks be damned: Aussie Ajla into grasscourt final but Thompson loses
Ajla Tomljanovic’s latest comeback is gathering steam ahead of Wimbledon.
Toby gaslighted his wife and manipulated her. Then he crossed a sacred line
It might be a night in a cell or the threat of losing their family, but sometimes violent and controlling men want to change. Unfortunately, help is hard to find.
Israeli forces tied wounded Palestinian to bonnet, drove off
The IDF said the soldiers’ conduct was not in line with protocol and that the incident will be investigated and dealt with.
Exclusive
AI
Australia isn’t ready for the first AI-election, electoral commission warns
Australia’s top election official says deepfakes and AI-content pose unprecedented challenges to election integrity.
Australia’s houseboat community is growing, but life isn’t as idyllic as you’d think
Houseboats are a popular accommodation option for holidaymakers, but long-term stays aren’t for the inexperienced or faint-hearted.
‘Bad for the whole of NSW’: Inside the north shore’s NIMBY crusade
Ku-ring-gai Council is taking the state government to court to block its planning reforms. But even in NIMBY central, attitudes about housing policy are starting to shift.
‘Forced from their homes’: Inner city threatened by luxury apartment developers
Federal Teal MP Allegra Spender wants stronger heritage protections in Potts Point and Elizabeth Bay to stop developers knocking down ageing residential blocks for luxury apartments.
Explainer
World elections
He’s 28, charismatic and impeccably dressed - and his far-right party is leading the polls
Snap elections in France have put a spotlight on the leader of its major far-right party. Who is Jordan Bardella? And why is French politics in turmoil?
Video shows Prince William ‘dad dancing’ to Taylor Swift
Prince William’s uninhibited performance at Taylor Swift’s first Wembley concert was as enthusiastic as it was vigorous.
Opinion
Ask an expert
I’m successful and well-off. Can I access my super early?
There’s no way to exclude yourself from the age pension to access super early. But there are ways to plan, so your finances don’t rely on your super.
Paul Benson
Money contributor
NRL 2024
He’s been to rugby league hell. This is what Mitchell Moses learnt in ‘rugby league heaven’
Mitchell Moses has had a seat at the table during a rugby league masterclass. Now it’s his time to produce one for NSW.
Graham set to miss season as Souths shut out Sea Eagles
South Sydney defeated Manly for a fourth consecutive win on Saturday but are set to be without centre Campbell Graham for the rest of 2024.
Sydney
You know about electric cars. Now Sydney Harbour is about to be carpeted with electric boats
Fast charging stations will be installed across Australia’s eastern coast as demand for electric boats booms.
Exclusive
Drug reform
‘Early warning sign’ as police shun drug diversion scheme
Just one in 12 people found in possession of a small quantity of drugs have been diverted away from the courts during the first three months of a harm-reduction scheme.
Harbour views and pokies not enough to save RSL club from cash woes
The Kirribilli Club has been placed in voluntary administration months after it sought $2000 from members following a hike in rental costs.
Road rage victim intentionally held against moving vehicle, police allege
Sydney man Bradley Wilkinson has been charged after Rhyce Harding died in an alleged road rage incident in Sydney’s west.
Mark was charged with graffiti. What happened next surprised him
Historical photographs are a common sight on construction hoardings across the CBD, but one photograph from the 1960s has raised eyebrows.
WEEKEND READS
Tres chic: how to nail French-girl beauty with little effort
The tousled fringe, barely there make-up and a general “je ne sais quoi” sum up that quintessential gallic look.
How to spend a perfect weekend in Paris according to six tastemakers
From homeware stores to old-fashioned bistros, we asked some high-profile Australians to share their Parisian haunts.
Politics
Exclusive
AI
Australia isn’t ready for the first AI-election, electoral commission warns
Australia’s top election official says deepfakes and AI-content pose unprecedented challenges to election integrity.
Business
Opinion
Hip pocket
A stage 3 payday is on the way. Here’s how to maximise it
Take-home pays are set to rise from the end of this month thanks to the stage 3 tax cuts. Don’t let your newfound wealth go to waste.
Dominic Powell
Money Editor
World
Prince William takes the children to watch Taylor Swift on his birthday
The Prince, celebrating his 42nd birthday, is believed to have booked a private Wembley box to mark the occasion with Princes George, 10, Princess Charlotte, nine, and Prince Louis, six.
Opinion
They cast Peter Dutton as a wolf. Here’s why they’re wrong
Parnell Palme McGuinness
Columnist and communications adviser
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Property
Exclusive
Title Deeds
Woollahra’s $8m designer digs fit for fashion’s high priestess Edwina McCann
As Vogue Australia’s Edwina McCann prepares to move into her new digs, private equity boss Mark Chiba has paid $22 million cash for his landmark Darling Point residence.
Vaucluse unit with 48 stairs? That will be $2.915 million
Despite the number of steps up to the home and different wallpaper in every room, 14 buyers still registered to bid.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Attention gym-bench hogs: Try lifting more than your phones
Plus: get ready for the weekend with these fresh diversions.
Culture
Olympics warm up: You name the sport, we name the movie
With the Olympics just over a month away, we’ve (almost) found a movie, TV series or documentary to match up with all 28 events.
Traveller
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Sport
He’s been to rugby league hell. This is what Mitchell Moses learnt in ‘rugby league heaven’
Mitchell Moses has had a seat at the table during a rugby league masterclass. Now it’s his time to produce one for NSW.
World Cup LIVE: Australia take on Afghanistan in Super Eights
As the T20 Cricket World Cup enters the playoffs stage, Australia are looking to continue their good form against a tricky Afghanistan side.
Analysis
NRL 2024
‘I don’t know how he doesn’t collapse’: Lani awed by Payne’s strength in adversity
Origin star Payne Haas is carrying the hopes of his state – and the future of his daughter and younger brothers – on his broad shoulders with a heavy sadness in his heart.
The ‘super power’ that helped Connor Watson overcome 12 serious injuries
The Roosters utility will make his NSW debut on Wednesday. It’s a remarkable achievement for a player who considered retirement after a cursed run of injuries.
3D-printed clubs and salty balls: Will golf’s Mad Scientist change the game?
Bryson DeChambeau is an eccentric golfer who uses his career like one big science experiment. And after winning another US Open, it’s working.
Fans seeking selfies with Ronaldo stop game six times as ‘slapstick’ own goal helps Portugal win
A howler own-goal from Turkey was just one moment of a chaotic Portugal win in the Euros, with the game repeatedly stopped by pitch invaders trying to get a snap with Cristiano Ronaldo.
Setbacks be damned: Aussie Ajla into grasscourt final but Thompson loses
Ajla Tomljanovic’s latest comeback is gathering steam ahead of Wimbledon, advancing to the Rothesay Classic final in Birmingham and within one victory of her maiden WTA title.
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