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Assange saga
Judge wishes Julian Assange a ‘happy birthday’ as he finally walks free
After sentencing Julian Assange to 62 months in prison - time already served - the judge wished the WikiLeaks founder a happy birthday, saying: “I hope you will start your new life in a positive manner”. Follow our live coverage.
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Loading‘He did the right thing’: Assange’s father ready for reunion
John Shipton arrived in Canberra on Tuesday night in the hope he could embrace his son on Australian soil for the first time in 15 years.
Assange plea deal criticised, celebrated in the US
Former Republican vice president Mike Pence said the plea deal was a “miscarriage of justice”, while candidate and conspiracy theorist Robert F Kennedy jr said he was “overjoyed”.
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Defamation
How your postcode could affect your success in a defamation case
Some big changes are coming to defamation laws which mean it may be easier to win a case in some parts of the country than others.
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City life
‘Beating heart of Sydney’: Luna Park is up for sale
The amusement park’s toothy entrance will need to charm a new set of buyers for the first time in 20 years - at a pretty price.
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Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Greens plan more Palestine motions to test Labor MPs’ loyalty
The Greens are planning another motion that will test Labor’s unity over the war in Gaza after Labor senator Fatima Payman’s decision to vote to recognise Palestinian statehood.
Monthly inflation lifts to 4 per cent, ABS figures reveal
Overall prices edged down slightly in May, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, but annual inflation has lifted to its highest level since November.
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Government debt
Macron’s snap election could trigger the next debt crisis
This weekend’s elections have the potential to blow out France’s debt and threaten the stability of the eurozone and its single currency.
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
Ruling forces ultra-Orthodox into Israeli military after decades exempt
The long-standing exemptions had begun to grate on Israel’s Jewish majority, especially after the deaths of hundreds of soldiers in Gaza.
Analysis
Architecture
‘The forgotten bits of Sydney’: Our newest sports hub is one out of the box
Blacktown’s city architect Bill Tsakalos says Sydney’s west has been neglected by architects. Not any more.
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Airline reviews
Airline review: Qantas economy surprisingly good, despite codeshare woes
It turns out Qantas’ and its codeshare partner don’t speak to each other, which causes me a few hassles on an otherwise comfortable flight.
Opinion
Retail
Are you an op shop haggler? You might get more than you bargained for
I work in an op shop and have reluctantly discovered that charity often begins - and ends - at home.
Jo Stubbings
Writer and reviewer
State of Origin II tips: Experts analyse game two at the MCG
It’s a new-look NSW side after the same old story in the series opener. Will Latrell Mitchell, Dylan Edwards and Mitchell Moses have what it takes to turn the tables?
Opinion
ICC Men’s World Cup
Who should follow Warner out of the losing T20 World Cup team?
Australia had just one player under 30 in the team that lost to India and missed the Twenty20 World Cup finals.
Malcolm Conn
Chief Cricket Writer
Postecoglou lures A-League double act to join Tottenham staff
Nick Montgomery and Sergio Raimundo, who guided the Central Coast Mariners to last year’s A-League title, have become Ange Postecoglou’s newest understudies at the Premier League club.
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Media & marketing
Telstra’s new ad campaign looks very Australian, but it wasn’t made here
A series of new ads for Telstra features Australian voices and remote Australian locations. But it was made in Eastern Europe - and local creatives are angry.
On this bro-heavy set, Jodie Comer runs rings around them all
The Killing Eve actress plays a charming outlaw in her latest film, The Bikeriders.
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Opinion
Stephen Crichton will be the best player in Origin II. Tell me I’m wrong
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
‘He understands where the line is’: Blues back Mitchell to keep emotions in check
NSW’s most talked-about player also happens to be their most penalised. But Michael Maguire has no fears over Latrell Mitchell’s discipline.
‘He’s a grub’: Tigers prop’s JWH sledge not forgotten by Roosters
Who remembers what happened the last time Stefano Utoikamanu and Jared Waerea-Hargreaves played against each other? The Roosters certainly do.
Sydney
Cockroaches and balconies as bedrooms: How foreign student Valentina survived Sydney
A report has found significant problems with migration and education agents’ practices, which are often marred by high costs and incorrect advice.
‘So dull’? What inner westies really think about their suburbs
A consultation run by Inner West Council has revealed overwhelming support for more late-night entertainment, fewer noise restrictions and more fun.
How much your Opal fares will rise on Monday
Fares for NSW’s public transport network will rise in line with inflation – while a weekly travel cap will remain unchanged.
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Development
‘Building materials in the shape of a house’: The $800k home not worth $1
The Owen family are at their wit’s end trying to have a Sydney builder resolve dozens of defects on their property.
‘Not who we are’: Newington head attacks parents over co-ed push
The headmaster of the all-boys school has accused a group of parents of pursuing a “campaign of targeted negativity”.
Politics
Analysis
Assange saga
The campaign to free Assange is over. The public argument about him is not
The WikiLeaks founder’s push for freedom has reached a dramatic final moment – and one that will divide opinion just as much as every other phase in his remarkable life.
Business
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Media & marketing
Seven loses three key executives amid mass redundancies
The departure of three senior staff, including the chief revenue officer Kurt Burnette, represents a major overhaul of Seven West’s operations, just two months into new boss Jeff Howard’s tenure.
World
‘Stupid error’: Labour candidate sacked for betting against himself to win
Kevin Craig said he had intended to give “any winnings to local charities” when he made the bet.
Opinion
I’m relieved for Julian Assange. I’m also deeply concerned
Peter Greste
Author, journalist and academic
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Property
Sydney suburbs where property owners are selling at a loss
Choose the wrong location and there’s a one-in-four chance of reselling a property for less than its purchase price.
Brothers offload Bondi investment for $1.27 million to buy own homes
The two-bedroom apartment with two car spaces sold at auction for $30,000 more than its near-identical neighbour, which was purchased four weeks ago.
Good Food
Lifestyle
I’m very well-paid, but totally burnt out. What should I do?
You are not alone; 44 per cent of Australian workers are dealing with burnout, writes Dr Kirstin Ferguson.
Culture
Fish fights, hot woks and a chipped tooth: That’s what Hong Kong street food is all about
The amateurs pair up to run dai pai dong stalls, serving authentic Australian reality television food to the Hong Kong locals.
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Opinion
State of Origin
Forget Mitchell or Moses ... this is the man to save the series for NSW
He has been criticised for his performances at State of Origin level – and that’s why Payne Haas is poised to have a big impact for NSW on Wednesday night.
Andrew Johns
League columnist
Opinion
State of Origin
Stephen Crichton will be the best player on the MCG in Origin II. Tell me I’m wrong
The Panthers have rarely got their recruitment and retention decisions wrong, but losing the best player in the game is surely one they lament.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
Postecoglou lures A-League double act to join Tottenham staff
Nick Montgomery and Sergio Raimundo, who guided the Central Coast Mariners to last year’s A-League title, have become Ange Postecoglou’s newest understudies.
‘He understands where the line is’: Blues back Mitchell to keep emotions in check
NSW’s most talked-about player also happens to be their most penalised. But Michael Maguire has no fears over Latrell Mitchell’s discipline.
Opinion
ICC Men’s World Cup
Who should follow Warner out of the losing T20 World Cup team?
Australia had just one player under 30 in the team that lost to India and missed the Twenty20 World Cup finals. What changes need to be made?
Malcolm Conn
Chief Cricket Writer
‘He’s a grub’: Tigers prop’s JWH sledge not forgotten by Roosters
Who remembers what happened the last time Stefano Utoikamanu and Jared Waerea-Hargreaves played against each other? The Roosters certainly do.
State of Origin II tips: Experts analyse game two at the MCG
It’s a new-look NSW side after the same old story in the series opener. Will Latrell Mitchell, Dylan Edwards and Mitchell Moses have what it takes to turn the tables?
Have Your Say
‘Focus on the physical’: Inside the Blues’ emotional bonding session
Roy Masters joined the NSW squad for their jersey presentation and team meeting on Monday evening.
