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Julian Assange’s defiant gesture as wife asks for time to recover
The WikiLeaks founder made a symbolic show of victory, his arm outstretched and his fist clenched, after stepping onto Australian soil for the first time in 14 years.
Waiting for Julian: Assange-mania comes to Canberra
History arrived at the East Hotel, a 10-minute walk from Parliament House, and so did a crowd of Assange’s admirers. But where was the man himself?
Opinion
State of Origin
NSW were expected to bounce back - but nobody predicted this
NSW’s win over Queensland in game two was an evisceration. A disembowelment. Hannibal Lecter couldn’t have executed it better.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
Analysis
NSW Blues
‘Got what we deserved’: The five vital moments of Origin II
Stephen Crichton and Mitchell Moses featured on a highlights reel that was already extensive by half-time.
Revealed: Plans for new 11km light-rail run on one of Sydney’s busiest roads
The plans from a consortium behind the city’s light-rail network include about 21 stops along the new route.
Attempted coup in Bolivia as armoured vehicles ram palace doors
Bolivia’s president confronted the commander leading the rebellion in the palace hallway, telling him. “I am your captain, and I order you to withdraw your soldiers”.
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Nuclear energy
Dutton moves to calm investors spooked by nuclear pitch
The Coalition will seek to reassure clean-energy businesses that it sees a central role for wind and solar power.
Judith Whelan, former Herald editor, remembered as a trailblazer for women
Whelan, a former editor of The Sydney Morning Herald, died on Wednesday afternoon surrounded by her family.
Why it’s a better time to buy a home right now
The scales are tipping in buyers’ favour and sellers are losing the upper hand at auction, figures show.
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Former minister Christopher Pyne takes on London
The former Liberal minister has made a killing under Labor governments at home. Now he’s hoping for a repeat in the UK.
Opinion
Trial by Water
I was Lindy Chamberlain’s lawyer. Her case is eerily similar to Robert Farquharson’s
For four decades, I have seen junk science and biases playing a role in police investigations, prosecutions and juries.
Stuart Tipple
Solicitor
What lies beneath: 10 of the world’s most incredible underground structures
Put ordinary buildings underground and they seem to transform into something far more interesting.
David Walliams on censorship, comedy taboos and his advice to Adele
Having sold more than 56 million books to youngsters, the comedian is concerned about “sanitising” children’s classics.
Does the latest trendy drink promising good gut health actually work?
One brand has been hit with a lawsuit from a customer citing misleading information about the drink’s benefits.
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State of Origin
Opinion
Tragic to Madge-ic to ... Brisbane, where Origin cycles on and all bets are off
Origin really only knows one way: profound despair followed by uncontrolled hubris followed by depression followed by over-confidence. It’s the Blues’ turn to enjoy the high.
Malcolm Knox
Journalist, author and columnist
Chammas at the MCG
Moses floored Maroons prop seconds into the game. It was the start of a masterclass
The incident signalled the intention of the Blues, who steamrolled the Queenslanders in a dominant opening to the match.
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Insolvency
Collapse of cult food delivery company leaves customers fuming
A company which operated a popular grocery delivery service run by a foodie couple has gone into liquidation, with loyal customers saying they are owed money and products.
Teen arrested after brandishing knife inside NSW MP’s office
The 19-year-old entered the Labor MP’s office armed with the knife and other weapons. He had been circulating neo-Nazi material.
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.
Sydney’s night of bullets: Four children lucky to be alive, man shot in stomach
The children, all girls, narrowly escaped the shots fired into a home in Sydney’s south-west overnight, while a man was taken to hospital with bullet wounds to his stomach in mysterious circumstances.
Cockroaches and balconies as bedrooms: How foreign students survive Sydney
A report has found significant problems with migration and education agents’ practices, which are often marred by high costs and incorrect advice.
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Torture, murder, lust and lies: Don’t miss this thrilling Tosca
Puccini’s masterpiece becomes a gripping, visually captivating game of cat-and-mouse in this new production.
Prison riots, boy band covers: A study of the Minions’ most bananas moments
These round yellow creatures have mastered the art of capturing our attention (and our money). Which of their antics won us over the most?
Politics
August rate rise on RBA agenda after inflation rises
Even though prices fell in May, overall inflation has lifted to a six-month high of 4 per cent. Mortgage holders face a nervous wait.
Business
Bonza likely traded while insolvent, say administrators
Hall Chadwick has issued a damning report into the failed budget carrier which found Bonza should have entered administration earlier than it did.
World
WSJ reporter goes on trial in Russia on specious espionage charges
The American-born son of immigrants from the USSR is the first Western journalist arrested on espionage charges in post-Soviet Russia.
Opinion
Why haggling in op shops should be banned
Jo Stubbings
Writer and reviewer
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Eight of our favourite luxury homes for sale right now
From a designer beauty with a private pontoon to a classy new build with ocean views, we’ve rounded up our pick of the bunch.
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.
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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
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Media & marketing
Telstra’s ad campaign celebrates Australia. It was made in Poland
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.
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State of Origin
The Blues’ fantasy land is just over there - but they’re not there yet
There were only a handful of minutes left in the first half of Origin II when NSW players, coaches and fans must have wondered if someone had slipped something into their drink.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
Analysis
State of Origin
‘Got what we deserved’: The five vital moments of Origin II
Stephen Crichton and Mitchell Moses featured on a highlights reel that was already extensive by half-time on Wednesday night.
Opinion
State of Origin
Tragic to Madge-ic to ... Brisbane, where Origin cycles on and all bets are off
Origin really only knows one way: profound despair followed by uncontrolled hubris followed by depression followed by over-confidence. It’s the Blues’ turn to enjoy the high.
Malcolm Knox
Journalist, author and columnist
Updated
State of Origin
Mitch perfect: Blues blitz sets up series decider after MCG demolition
Mitchell Moses’ sublime kicking and passing had won NSW the game within 20 minutes, and iced it by the hour mark.
Worst over ever: Ashes villain smacked for record 43 runs
England pace bowler Ollie Robinson had returned figures of 1-22 from 12 overs in a county match in England. Things got worse - in a hurry.
Chammas at the MCG
State of Origin
Moses floored Maroons prop three seconds into the game. It was the start of a masterclass
The incident signalled the intention of the Blues, who steamrolled the Queenslanders in a dominant opening to the match.
Opinion
State of Origin
No one can overcome my kiss of death – not even the mighty Maroons
Mitchell Moses led NSW to the promised land, defying my best work.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
Have Your Say
State of Origin player ratings: How the Blues and Maroons fared in game two
How the 34 players fared when the 2024 series graced the hallowed turf of the MCG.
