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For drowning experts, Jarome Luai’s pool rescue was not a ‘good laugh’
Many drowning cases begin as a dare from a mate – and end in tragedy.
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Building Bad
‘We can cause you grief’: Gatto’s warning to developer over payment stoush
The new audio is part of a months-long investigation that reveals how bikies, criminals and underworld figures have infiltrated the building industry.
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Building Bad
Albanese welcomes Setka resignation amid calls for CFMEU probe
The prime minister said the former union boss’ alleged behaviour should be condemned and stamped out.
Sydney home sellers asking $20m fail to get $2m less at auction for mansion
Expats and eastern suburbs residents would not be drawn, and the home passed in on an $18 million vendor bid. Then the real action began.
The plan to turn Sydney and Melbourne into the ‘West End of the Asia Pacific’
The live entertainment industry wants tax breaks to prevent Australian shows being lured overseas.
$1 billion wipeout: How a Wall Street giant’s big bet went wrong
A private equity firm stepped outside its comfort zone to invest in a beauty company led by a charismatic founder. It led to one of its biggest failures.
Opinion
Responsible lending
Giving money to your kids? Here’s how to avoid a complete catastrophe
More and more parents are looking at ways to gift their children money while still having enough for themselves.
Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon
Money contributor
Scanning the dead: The machine that’s now replacing autopsies
Dr Chris O’Donnell is a necro-radiologist. In layman’s terms, he’s a scanner of the dead.
Ozempic is more than a diabetes and weight-loss drug, studies show
New diabetes drugs could also help manage heart and kidney conditions, research reveals, but Australia’s supply shortage will not be resolved this year.
Wallabies get their second win of the year against determined Wales
The Wallabies have notched up consecutive wins for the first time since 2021, outlasting Wales 36-28 in heavy rain at AAMI Park in Melbourne.
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LoadingDragons triumph against fast-finishing Broncos
The Broncos gave their home fans a brief hope, but ultimately it was too little too late as they went down to the Dragons 30-26.
Parker and Mills prove a boon for the Swans in big win over Kangas
Two club stalwarts made a welcome return on Saturday as the Swans returned to form with a thumping victory against North Melbourne.
Opinion
Is it great to connect? The many lies of LinkedIn
Welcome to a world of toxic positivity, where “team players” are thrilled by their own success but excited to witness your downfall.
Thomas Mitchell
Culture reporter
Did Charles really buy an $8m New York condo?
The reports were tantalizing, but someone else was behind the expensive purchase.
Rape, dictators, cognitive tests: White House street brawl is on
Donald Trump offered to take a cognitive test alongside Joe Biden – just as the president attacked his rival, calling him out for “raping a woman”.
You’re not ‘helping’ – just leave the plates to the professionals
When empty plates disappear without you even realising, you’re in good hands. However, we don’t always make it easy for waitstaff.
Modern Guru
Good Weekend
She wants to roam the planet. He wants to stay put and save it. Which argument flies?
Let her scratch that travel itch, writes our Modern Guru.
Paris 2024
Aussie boxing star turns Tokyo Olympic heartbreak into blistering pro career
Missing out on a medal at the 2021 Games left Skye Nicolson devastated. But she has channelled that pain into a professional world title.
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Paris 2024
Olympian Jess Hull destroys 2000-metre world record on eve of Paris
Jessica Hull stunned the athletics world with a blistering run in the 2km in Monaco, less than a month from Paris 2024.
WEEKEND READS
Most fathers-in-law would be helping with the shed. I’m not that noble
Forget the nail belt, I’m off to drink with the wealthy.
Derelict by design: The ‘ghost homes’ in our big cities
Tens of thousands of homes sit empty across our major cities, while luxury units replace old apartment blocks - all while debate rages about our home shortage.
Sydney
‘Plastic grass has no place here’: Why residents want to stop rugby precinct
The Hills Shire says concerns about the environmental impact of new sporting facilities are exaggerated, as opponents demand the federal government stop the project.
Pub barons call for end to tax slug on drinkers
The Laundy family is plunging millions into Sydney’s ailing hospitality sector, defying the cost-of-living crisis.
‘They’ll have to take me out in handcuffs’: Paddington developer stoush erupts
Sky-high property prices are enticing developers to replace cheap housing with luxury homes. But they probably didn’t anticipate the backlash.
How greyhound racing’s golden year went to the dogs
It was supposed to be a glory year for the greyhound racing industry. But, according to insiders, the positive spin glossed over many secrets – and many dead dogs.
The forgotten victims of domestic violence
Studies show girls who grow up in violent homes are more likely to become victims of domestic violence than girls who grew up in safer environments. That was true of Kate.
NRL 2024
80,000km and $15,000 in fuel: Aloiai’s drive to survive
Josh Aloiai jokes that now he has a fresh contract extension with Manly, he might have to invest in a chauffeur.
The suburbs behind rugby league’s record numbers staving off AFL
Just days out from the State of Origin decider, the sport has broken new ground with the number of registered participants. These are the areas fighting off the threat of soccer, AFL and basketball.
Politics
‘Back off’: Albanese blasts Russia over alleged spy couple
The PM says Russia has no respect for international law and should be regarded with contempt after its embassy accused Australian security staff of fuelling anti-Russian paranoia.
Business
Opinion
Work therapy
Did getting sacked give me PTSD?
If the ultimate decision to let you go came as a surprise, it’s not surprising that it would still occupy your thoughts years later.
Jonathan Rivett
Careers contributor
World
Sydney couple’s killer may have spent five hours in hotel room
The bodies of Sydney man David Fisk, his wife Lucita Cortez and her daughter-in-law Mary Jane Cortez were discovered by a hotel worker.
Opinion
Dogs’ days are over, and it’s only eight years too late
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
This is a protracted act of self-sabotage. Trump doesn’t need to say a thing
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
Don’t jeer at cheerleaders until you’ve watched this show
Julia Baird
Journalist, broadcaster, historian and author
Why the cookie-cutter can’t solve Sydney’s housing crisis
Tone Wheeler
Australian Architecture Association president
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Property
Mamamia’s Mia Freedman plans $3.9m home reno with winter storage closet
The publisher and her husband hope to demolish their $12.75m Point Piper house and rebuild it, and they’re not the only home owners with pricey reno plans.
Our seven favourite homes for sale in Sydney right now
Looking for your next home? From a shimmering waterfront apartment to a renovated landmark house, we’ve got you covered.
Good Food
Recipe collection
Baking
Five zingy lemon cakes to bake this weekend
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Beef
Winter warmers: 10 ways to cook ‘impossible to ruin’ beef cheeks
Lifestyle
Men’s jewellery: Dare we brooch the topic?
Plus: get ready for the weekend with these fresh diversions.
Opinion
Social media
How do children tell if online news is fake? Here’s a slip, slop, slap-up idea
Bryce Corbett
Journalist, author and founder of Newshounds
Culture
The satire is as high as this novel’s anti-hero, but the dystopia is bleak
Jordan Prosser’s action-packed first novel will make you laugh but will unsettle you as well.
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Origin or Olympics? The choice was elementary for Watson
Connor Watson could be preparing for Olympic glory instead of a State of Origin decider if he had pursued an opportunity to represent Australia in rugby sevens.
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Wallabies
Flying Filipo saves blushes and secures second Wallabies win over Wales
The Wallabies kept up their winning ways under Joe Schmidt but Wales threw the kitchen sink at them.
Broncos finals hopes in free fall after loss to Dragons
St George Illawarra are back in the top eight after handing the struggling Broncos a sixth straight defeat.
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Paris 2024
Aussie star backed to break Olympic drought after stunning world record run
Jessica Hull stunned the athletics world with a blistering run in the 2km in Monaco, less than a month from Paris 2024.
Parker and Mills a boon for Swans in big win over Kangaroos
Two club stalwarts made a welcome return on Saturday as the Swans returned to form with a thumping victory against North Melbourne.
The one Origin moment that humiliated Queensland the most
Steve Roach called it the “turning point” during Origin II that proved the Blues are dictating terms now in this series.
Aussie boxing star turns Tokyo Olympic heartbreak into blistering pro career
Missing out on a medal at the 2021 Games left Skye Nicolson devastated. But she has channelled that pain into a professional world title.
Have Your Say
Why success for Wallabies this year is finishing top of ‘second division’
Painfully modest as it sounds, a realistic aim for Australia would be to finish sixth in the world rankings, ahead of Scotland, Argentina and the increasingly solid Fiji.
