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Sydney councils
Liverpool council under threat of suspension, election delayed over ‘widespread dysfunction’
The Office of Local Government has launched a public inquiry after discovering widespread dysfunction in Liverpool City Council, leading the minister to suspend the council.
John Setka ‘hates my guts’: Sally McManus
Sally McManus has responded to the federal opposition’s calls for the return of the ABCC, claiming it is a political distraction from real issues within the construction industry.
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Trade unions
On police radar and still on an inside track to major projects
A company championed by the CFMEU has become one of NSW’s biggest labour-hire firms supplying large publicly funded projects.
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US Votes 2024
Watch live: J.D. Vance addresses Republican National Convention
Donald Trump’s pick for running mate and prospective US vice president, J.D. Vance, is delivering a speech at the convention. Follow live.
Latest live posts
LoadingThe security ‘hole’ that may have delayed the sniper response at Trump rally
According to the analysis, Thomas Matthew Crooks would likely not have been visible as he crawled up the roof to take his final shooting position.
Opinion
US politics
Hey Big Spender! How Trump plans to step up America’s debt binge
The Republican Party’s platform for the November election is a 16-page document containing 20 policy measures. Oddly, there’s no word of debt or deficits anywhere.
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
Investigation
City life
Behind the million-dollar smile, Luna Park hides a troubling story
Developers have long fought over prized land by the harbour. The next battle is over one of the city’s most iconic landmarks.
Opinion
Roads
Rozelle Interchange has taken a toll, but for Sydney transport, the road ahead looks grim
Urban planning in our city needs to change. We need to prioritise improving proximity and access to jobs, education and services, and reduce our car dependence.
Christopher Standen
Research fellow
Sydney mayor and partner served with apprehended domestic violence orders
Police say they responded to reports of a break-and-enter at a Richmond property and served the mayor with an interim order, without providing details on her partner’s order.
The Bear just broke an Emmy comedy record. Is it comedy?
The series set in a Chicago kitchen scooped Emmy Award nominations overnight, sparking renewed debate about category genres.
Watch out world: Titmus, McEvoy say Paris prep has been gold standard
Ariarne Titmus says she’s never had a better preparation, while Cam McEvoy has revealed he’s clocking personal bests in training ahead of the Olympics in Paris.
‘We understood the enormity of ’85’: How Mortimer inspired Blues’ series win
Coach Michael Maguire tapped into the spirit of “Turvey” for the current campaign, which culminated in just the third NSW series win decided at Suncorp Stadium.
Analysis
EPL
Ange Postecoglou would be perfect for England
He’s reportedly on the Football Association’s shortlist to replace Gareth Southgate. As he should be: Ange Postecoglou would be an ideal fit for England.
Nine-game rookie, former All Black to debut as Schmidt makes mass changes
It’s a banana skin game against Georgia in Sydney on Saturday, but that hasn’t stopped Joe Schmidt making 17 changes to his Wallabies team.
Fine Italian dining on a budget: 10 of Sydney’s best pasta nights
The servings are generous, the wine is flowing. These great-value deals make going out more fun, filling and affordable right now. Give them a twirl.
Opinion
Top 10s
Ten things we’ll never understand about Scotland
Scottish migrants have given this small nation a big worldwide presence, but turn up in Scotland and prepare to be baffled by its cultural quirks.
Brian Johnston
Travel writer
Animated films are helping save Hollywood, and it isn’t just kids showing up
Inside Out 2 and Despicable Me 4 have helped save Hollywood from a bleak year at the box-office. But it isn’t just children flocking to cinemas.
Paris 2024
Paris mayor makes good on Seine swim vow to show it’s safe for Olympics
Anne Hidalgo swam in the cleaned-up waters of the capital’s river, fulfilling a promise that has become a symbol of the Olympic Games that start this month.
Updated
Paris 2024
Bogut calls for ex-teammate Mills to be benched as Boomers give stacked Team USA a fright
The powerful US team began with the quintet of Steph Curry, Joel Embiid, Jayson Tatum, LeBron James and Anthony Edwards, but Australia were still within four points with just minutes to play.
NRL 2024
Opinion
Sideline stink shows why this Blues side achieved what so many failed to do
This was one of the greatest ever NSW Origin performances. What Michael Maguire has achieved in such a short period of time is remarkable.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
Opinion
The best. Anywhere. I’ll tell a man it was
Intensity is a word oft overused. But when reminiscing on the Origin decider, it almost doesn’t do the match justice.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
Sydney
Exclusive
Social media
Dutton wants a social media ban. April thinks it is a bad idea
Three of Australia’s largest mental health organisations are pushing back against bipartisan support for a ban for those under 16.
Move over Crown: First look at plans for Sydney’s tallest-ever buildings
Two proposed skyscrapers next to each other would transform the CBD skyline and effectively match the Sydney Tower Eye as the city’s tallest structure.
‘I’ll cross that bridge if we come to it’: Fairness test key to two-way toll decision
Premier Chris Minns insists he will only slap two-way tolls on the Harbour Bridge and tunnel if motorway charges are lowered for other road users.
Sydney GP granted $1 million bail allegedly assaulted third woman
The GP was arrested after female patients, aged 19 and 28, complained to police. Now a third patient has come forward.
Updated
Trade unions
Minns to suspend CFMEU from party after hidden camera footage emerges
NSW Premier Chris Minns said it was “clear the CFMEU Construction & General Division will not and cannot clean itself up”.
SEE AND DO
A musical Little Women brings Jo’s lurid imagination to life
Our critics deliver their verdict on the latest shows around town.
Just In
Why a playwright who updates the classics thinks it’s mostly unnecessary
Adapting Uncle Vanya, Joanna Murray-Smith was desperate to stay true to the playwright’s intentions.
Politics
Updated
Building Bad
Union to go to war over bid to stamp out corruption
Union officials have vowed to fight “to the ends of the earth” against federal government moves to appoint an administrator to oversee the scandal-plagued CFMEU.
Business
Trump-Vance presidency could herald a new era for the US dollar
In most cases, Trump likes his policies to be “strong,” but when it comes to the value of the US currency, he has long expressed a different view.
World
Exclusive
Crime
‘Why was my poor father caught up in this?’ Grieving daughters speak of DFAT frustration
David Fisk’s children have spoken publicly for the first time of their love for their father and their frustration at not being told key details.
Opinion
What would a second Trump term be like? Check out Project 2025
Paul Krugman
Nobel prize winning economist
Trump’s choice of running mate will only add to China’s concerns about the US
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
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Property
What home buyers need to know about the risk of buying at auction
The premium has hovered in a range of about 10 per cent to 11 per cent in recent years, and pushed above 12 per cent in 2021.
Seven of our favourite luxury homes for sale right now
Our top picks include a beach house with three decks to enjoy the sea breeze, a no-expenses-spared restoration, and a creekfront sanctuary.
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Lifestyle
The jeans that ‘look good on everyone’ according to this style expert
“I recommend them to everyone,” says well-known fashion content creator Zara Wong.
Culture
Naomi Watts, Elizabeth Debicki lead Aussie Emmy nominations
Shogun, The Bear and Only Murders in the Building were the most nominated programs for the 76th annual Emmy Awards.
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Sport
‘We understood the enormity of ’85’: How Mortimer inspired Blues’ series win
Coach Michael Maguire tapped into the spirit of “Turvey” for the current campaign, which culminated in just the third NSW series win decided at Suncorp Stadium.
Analysis
EPL
Ange Postecoglou would be perfect for England. Thank god it won’t happen
He’s reportedly on the Football Association’s shortlist to replace Gareth Southgate. As he should be: Ange Postecoglou would be an ideal fit for England.
Nine-game rookie, former All Black to debut as Schmidt makes mass changes
It’s a banana skin game against Georgia in Sydney on Saturday, but that hasn’t stopped Joe Schmidt making 17 changes to his Wallabies team.
Watch out world: Titmus, McEvoy say Paris prep has been gold standard
Ariarne Titmus says she’s never had a better preparation, while Cam McEvoy has revealed he’s clocking personal bests in training ahead of the Olympics in Paris.
Breaking
State of Origin
Moses’ season over, Edwards injured and 10 charged: The cost of fiery Origin decider
Ten players have been charged with a potential total of six weeks on the sidelines and more than $25,000 in fines as NSW and Queensland count the cost of a brutal clash.
Opinion
State of Origin
It’s coming Homer: Brutal and beautiful, this was an epic Origin odyssey
The decider showcased the qualities that make Origin different from the rest of rugby league.
Malcolm Knox
Journalist, author and columnist
Opinion
State of Origin
Why this is one of NSW’s greatest ever Origin performances
What Michael Maguire has achieved in such a short period of time is remarkable.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
Have Your Say
State of Origin player ratings: How the Blues and Maroons fared in the decider
NSW were too good at Suncorp Stadium on Wednesday night. Which of the 34 players who stepped onto the field shone brightest?
