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Couple loses property fight after highway swallows $5.5 million dream

The location of the Gibbs’ land on Bruxner Park Rd

Raymond and Wendy Dibb saw a chance to make money out of a small rural property. They were not planning on a $2.2 billion highway barrelling through their plans.

MP slams Muslim Vote claim that Labor is ‘weak on Palestine’

Federal Labor MP Peter Khalil.

Labor’s Peter Khalil has become the first MP to push back against claims made by a burgeoning pro-Palestinian political movement aiming to unseat Labor politicians.

Why a council is opposing a $170m solar farm that would power 48,000 homes

A 100-megawatt solar farm is the latest flashpoint over renewable energy projects in regional Australia.

De Minaur throws down the gauntlet, wins first set

De Minaur throws down the gauntlet, wins first set

Victory for Alex de Minaur over Arthur Fils, of France, in the fourth round at Wimbledon would result in the Australian’s best finish at the All England club.

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AFL 2024

A knee-jerk reaction is no answer to a backhander

Isaac Heeney has been suspended for this incident with Jimmy Webster.

Isaac Heeney’s suspension has once again prompted calls for a loosening of the criteria for Brownlow Medal eligibility. Those calls should be resisted.

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Why this Argentine staple is one of the world’s most glorious sporting snacks

Consider the great sporting snacks of the world: meat pie in Australia; the hot dog in the US; samosas in India. And now, add this to that list.

Dozens dead as Russia launches daylight attacks on Ukraine cities

Dozens dead as Russia launches daylight attacks on Ukraine cities

Missile strikes were launched on several Ukrainian cities - including the capital Kyiv - killing and wounding dozens and damaging a children’s cancer hospital.

Harris says she backs Biden but she may end up replacing him

Vice President Kamala Harris has reiterated her support for Biden this month.

Democrats are seriously weighing the prospect that Kamala Harris could become their nominee. Harris, already dissatisfied with her lack of visibility, is ramping up her approach.

‘I’m no hero’: Man who saved children from inferno tells of horror night

‘I’m no hero’: Man who saved children from inferno tells of horror night

A neighbour who charged into a burning house in western Sydney to save four children says he was only following his instincts.

‘How low can you be’: Flowers allegedly stolen from memorial

A photograph posted on Facebook appears to show people taking flowers from a roadside memorial to Rhyce Harding in Blackett, near Mt Druitt.

Photos show a couple appearing to load flowers into the boot of their car from a memorial to a tradesman killed in an alleged road rage incident.

Why Sydney’s selective schools are still missing the mark

Despite a revamp, children from disadvantaged backgrounds are severely underrepresented in selective schools. There’s more to do.

Millie Muroi
Millie Muroi

Business Reporter

How Apple chief Tim Cook wants you to use the new Vision Pro mixed-reality headset

Apple CEO Tim Cook at the company’s Worldwide Developers Conference in Cupertino, California, last month.

Apple’s first new product in eight years is about to launch in Australia, and the tech giant’s boss has a message for users.

The best way to get rid of those lingering odours in your home

From the fridge to your washing machine, here’s how to keep your home smelling fresh all year round.

Radisson Blu, Denarau from above.

The perfect resort for a family’s first international getaway

Just 20 minutes from the airport, Denarau is the perfect place for exhausted families with young kids to test the waters on their first international trip away.

Atlantis The Royal.

Inside Dubai’s ridiculously over-the-top new resort

Over-the-top opulence? Check. And the buffet has to be seen to be believed. Just don’t mention the dolphins.

Brunch, yoga and burritos: What an adviser on $110,000 spends in a week

This week on Money Diaries, an advisor impulse purchases a kneeling chair for her home office and attends a few Pilates sessions.

This week on Money Diaries, an adviser impulse-purchases a kneeling chair for her home office and attends a few Pilates sessions.

All the best new shows you need to stream in July

Our guide to the best of what’s on the streamers and free-to-air this month.

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Police and a Careflight helicopter were called to Kingswood after reports of a stabbing - paramedics were unable to save a woman in her 20s who died at the scene.
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Man arrested after woman stabbed to death in Sydney’s west

A 21-year-old woman has died after being found with two stab wounds to her chest.

Barangaroo residents launch challenge over ‘deception’ in $2b proposal

The proposed building envelopes for Central Barangaroo, which will rise above the soon-to-open metro station.

The state government is facing accusations of misleading the public over $2 billion plans to redevelop the final piece of the Barangaroo foreshore.

Selective school students were asked if they were satisfied with life. Then they were scored

NSW is the capital of selective schooling in Australia.

A major study of NSW students spanning more than a decade has measured life outcomes of children who attended a selective school.

The 40 bus routes that Sydney needs, according to experts

Sydney’s B-line buses between the CBD and northern beaches have proven popular since they began in late 2017.

A network of rapid bus routes is deemed critical to boosting connections to parts of Sydney poorly served by public transport.

Luxe Listings star has a Lamborghini problem

When you shine so bright, it’s hard to avoid the glare.

The whole fast-living schtick that made celebrity real estate agent Gavin Rubinstein’s show such a hit has come to bite.

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NRL 2024

Jason Ryles will coach the Parramatta Eels from 2025.
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‘We will challenge for premierships’: Eels hail new coach Jason Ryles

The Storm assistant will take charge of Parramatta on a four-year deal starting next year.

Bradman Best shone in his one Origin appearance last year.
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Mitchell ruled out for at least a month; Best, Ponga to make Origin recalls

Mitchell is no chance of playing in the Origin decider, while Kalyn Ponga is set to return and Michael Maguire will hand out another debut to a NSW forward.

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Woolworths CEO Brad Banducci pays for Woolworths reputation slump

Woolworths boss pays price for its sagging reputation

Brad Banducci must have a dartboard in his poolroom, with Peter Dutton, Anthony Albanese, and Greens Senator Nick McKim sharing the bullseye position.

Elizabeth Knight
Elizabeth Knight

Business columnist

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Wimbledon 2024 LIVE: De Minaur chases career-best result at All England club

Australia’s Alex de Minaur is ensconced in the world’s top 10 and is ideally placed for a deep Wimbledon run. Victory over Arthur Fils, of France, in the fourth round would result in the Australian’s best finish in London.

Warriors forward Mitchell Barnett and newborn son Zane.

Blues debutant Mitch Barnett missed the birth of his son – to help his NSW teammates

The 30-year-old will get his first Origin cap in the series decider – and coach Michael Maguire knows the extent of his sacrifice.

Katrina Gorry is all set to contest her first Olympics since Rio 2016.

Matildas’ Gorry fully fit and juggling two kids all the way to Olympics

A lot had to go right for the 31-year-old midfielder to be where she is right now, with the team in the south of Spain and readying for the Paris 2024 Games.

Latrell Mitchell pushes Reece Walsh over during game 2 of Origin at the MCG.

‘Gordie might be sitting inside that glasshouse’: Maguire takes aim at Maroons legend

The NSW coach has criticised Queensland and Gorden Tallis for being upset with some of his side’s tactics in the second Origin game.

Jake Gordon

‘It feels pretty good’: Why Gordon is glad he didn’t ditch Australian rugby

Two months ago, Jake Gordon asked if he could break his contract to head to France. On Saturday night, he was the Wallabies’ best in a win over Wales.

Swans star Isaac Heeney is now ineligible for the Brownlow Medal

Swans to fight Heeney ban as Brownlow winner calls for change

Isaac Heeney will face a nervous wait ahead of the AFL Tribunal after being suspended for one week for striking St Kilda’s Jimmy Webster.

Jason Ryles will coach the Parramatta Eels from 2025.
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NRL 2024

‘We will challenge for premierships’: Eels hail new coach Jason Ryles

The Storm assistant will take charge of Parramatta on a four-year deal starting next year.

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