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Political lobbying
Albanese’s $22.7b spendathon becomes a lobbyist honeypot
The rise of a new class of lobbyists with close access to political leaders has heightened concerns about the power of the top players in Canberra.
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Greyhound racing
Explosive report alleges ‘exploitation and suffering’ in NSW greyhound racing
Hours after the Herald published the allegations on Tuesday, Greyhound Racing NSW chief executive Robert Macaulay resigned from the regulator.
‘Disturbingly common’: More than a quarter of men admit sexual violence
From harassing and threatening someone for sex to non-consensual intercourse, a new study finds the perpetration of sexual violence is commonplace in Australia.
Do You Earn Enough?
Jobs
Some jobs are so unusual they’re not listed by the ABS. Brianna’s is one
If you’ve never heard of aquarists, you’re not alone. They belong to one of Australia’s most unusual worker tribes.
Tony Abbott recruited to help stop Harbour Bridge cycleway
The former prime minister has been approached by some very vocal locals furious about a new bike ramp in Milsons Point.
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Australia votes
There are no ‘safe’ seats any more – and that’s good news
More power for crossbenchers at the federal level could be a good way to break the big-party logjam. It couldn’t could be worse than what we’ve got.
Ross Gittins
Economics Editor
‘Under pressure’: Why more home owners are selling properties now
Although the volumes are not yet back to the levels of five years ago, they have picked up since this time last year.
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Housing crisis
Sydney council land grabs ignore housing crisis and cost of living
Despite the severe housing crisis, Sydney councils are spending an inordinate amount of time and energy plotting mergers and demergers they can’t afford.
Michael Koziol
Sydney editor
Analysis
First-home buyers
First-time buyers are now finding it even harder to get a mortgage
More first home buyers are struggling to get their mortgage applications over the line with lenders.
The dirty history of ‘Nukey Poo’, the reactor that soiled the Antarctic
On an American base on NZ-claimed Antarctic territory, a small nuclear reactor was once installed to provide energy and save money. The after effects are still being felt.
Bone found at Balmoral Beach reveals origins of Australia’s apex predator
When Sally Wasef sent a bone found in an exclusive enclave off for carbon testing, she thought it would be a couple of hundred years old. She was wrong.
The best and worst areas in NSW for NAPLAN revealed
The breakdown of NAPLAN results by state electorate shows the worst-performing areas are about seven academic school years behind the top achieving parts of the state.
US officials say Russia unlikely to take much more Ukrainian territory
Russia’s problems represent a significant change in the dynamic of the war, which had favoured Moscow in recent months.
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Tips & advice
The greatest travel experience of my life was filled with danger
Pretty much all my favourite travel memories feature some sort of discomfort or challenge mixed with the fun.
Ben Groundwater
Travel writer
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Wimbledon
Scud’s warning to wounded Demon for Wimbledon blockbuster
Alex de Minaur did not train in public on Tuesday ahead of his quarter-final with Novak Djokovic, who is now the top seed left in the tournament following the downfall of Jannik Sinner.
The Twisters reboot has no right being this good
And charismatic star Anthony Ramos is a key part of its winning equation.
But I didn’t even drink! How to split the bill without the awkward side dish
Forget fighting over who drank what and whose turn it is to pay. Follow these tips for friends with differing budgets to dine together without friction.
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Courts
Woman sobbing as she told friend about alleged gang rape, jury told
The court has heard the 19-year-old woman told her flatmate she was unable to get out of the apartment before anything bad happened.
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Workplace
Which suburb has the most teachers? Where to find Sydney’s worker tribes
A Herald investigation using census data reveals how different worker types are distributed across Sydney.
Inside Sirius, the Sydney building rocking the property conversation
As new owners move in over the next few weeks, the block remains a flashpoint in the debate about public housing in Sydney.
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Domestic violence
Man charged with murder after woman stabbed in alleged DV attack
The sister of a young housekeeper who was allegedly stabbed to death described her as popular and loved.
Renovations no excuse for evicting tenants under latest plans to fix Sydney’s rental crisis
NSW Labor hopes it has landed a compromise as it belatedly tries to deliver on an election promise to help renters amid the worsening housing crisis.
NRL 2024
‘No beaches in Penrith’: Jarome Luai rescued on surfing trip
The NSW five-eighth had to be pulled from the water at Urbnsurf as the Blues hit the waves on Tuesday.
‘Everyone’s on notice’: Eels ready for Ryles roster shake-up
Eels skipper Clint Gutherson expects incoming coach Jason Ryles to put his stamp on the club’s roster. If that means giving the fullback jersey to Blaize Talagi, he’ll do it.
Politics
Higgins ‘steadfast in truth’ after Reynolds alleges plan to damage her career
The former defence industry minister is suing Brittany Higgins for defamation over July 2023 social media posts.
Business
Booktopia axes 165 jobs, administrators field interest from 60 parties
Barely two dozen employees remain at the book retailer whose administrators found the business didn’t have the funds to retain them.
Analysis
Investing
Seven common investing mistakes to avoid at all cost
Natasha Etschmann and Ana Kresina
World
A single cigarette can go for $45 in Gaza, and gangs are seeking to profit
A black market for cigarettes is booming in the besieged Gaza Strip, a window into the lawlessness and desperation in the enclave nine months into the war.
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US Votes 2024
I’ve been covering Biden for years. I’m surprised Democrats let him run again
Farrah Tomazin
North America correspondent
Opinion
Replacing Biden will solve one problem but create another
Bruce Wolpe
Senior fellow at the US Studies Centre and former political staffer
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Property
Investor beats 14 others to $1.29m Surry Hills one-bedder with outdoor loo
The tiny sandstone cottage had no parking but attracted a crowd of first home buyers, investors and a son bidding for his mother.
‘Ridiculous’: The Sydney suburbs where rents soared most
Several once-affordable suburbs recorded rent hikes of 25 per cent or more over the past year. Is there an end in sight?
Good Food
Lifestyle
How to avoid burnout once you hit the mid-year slump
Feeling mentally exhausted and unmotivated at work? Australians are particularly susceptible to it at this time of year.
Culture
The Twisters reboot has no right being this good
And charismatic star Anthony Ramos is a key part of its winning equation.
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State of Origin
How suspended Waerea-Hargreaves almost cruelled Watson’s Origin hopes
Jared Waerea-Hargreaves has been hit with a four-match ban for a careless high tackle – and he almost ended Connor Watson’s hopes of playing in Origin III.
How Nicho Hynes saved a life with compassionate act
Cronulla star Nicho Hynes helped talk down a man from a bridge in Sydney on the weekend.
Just In
Wimbledon
Scud’s warning to wounded Demon for Wimbledon blockbuster
Alex de Minaur did not train in public on Tuesday ahead of his quarter-final with Novak Djokovic, who is now the top seed left in the tournament following the downfall of Jannik Sinner.
Cleary’s Penrith to spearhead Las Vegas quadruple-header in 2025
Las Vegas 2025 is being marketed as ‘bigger, bolder and better’. See which NRL and Super League teams will feature – and when.
AFL Briefing
AFL 2024
Heeney ban upheld as Cripps calls for review of Brownlow eligibility
Carlton champ Patrick Cripps says the AFL should consider changing Brownlow Medal eligibility rules, while injured Melbourne star Max Gawn is determined to defy medical advice.
‘Everyone’s on notice’: Eels ready for Ryles roster shake-up
Eels skipper Clint Gutherson expects incoming coach Jason Ryles to put his stamp on the club’s roster. If that means giving the fullback jersey to Blaize Talagi, he’ll do it.
‘No beaches in Penrith’: Luai rescued on surfing trip
NSW five-eighth Jarome Luai had to be pulled from the water at Urbnsurf as the Blues hit the waves on Tuesday morning.
Have Your Say
History points to Maroons three-peat – but don’t put your glasshouse on it
After day one of the State of Origin gibber fest, it’s fair to say “bullying” will be the buzzword of choice in the lead-up to the decider.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
