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Building Bad
Setka’s secret sisterhood: Labor women’s support of CFMEU boss revealed
Leaked text messages reveal a network of Labor-linked women rallied around the fallen union leader over criminal harassment charges and his criticism of Rosie Batty’s DV advocacy work.
Labor picks ex-basketballer to contest crucial seat
Long-serving LNP MP Warren Entsch holds the seat by a slim margin of 3.4 per cent. But with Entsch confirming his retirement, the seat is within Labor’s sights.
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Political leadership
Voters want Labor to allow MPs more freedom to break ranks
A narrow majority of Australians believes Labor should relax its rules on internal dissent after Senator Fatima Payman quit the party in a dispute over Palestine.
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US Votes 2024
Speculation Biden will make announcement about his future; Trump to deliver speech
Several people close to US President Joe Biden say “they believe he has begun to accept the idea that he may not be able to win in November” and may make an announcement about his political future within days, the New York Times reports.
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LoadingShooter had photos of Trump, Biden on his phone, sources say
The FBI has said they are investigating the shooting as a potential act of domestic terrorism but have yet to find a clear motive.
Opinion
Extremism
‘For the first time, I feel unsafe.’ Trump attack has fearful MPs here on edge
We don’t have America’s gun culture or record of political violence, but many of our pollies are increasingly concerned about their security.
David Crowe
Chief political correspondent
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Tourism
Paris, LA and now Jenolan Caves: Funicular railway plan revealed
With the roads to Jenolan Caves closed for 18 months, one option being explored is a technology dating back to the 15th century.
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City life
Synthetic turf plan for ‘the jewel of the inner west’ sparks anger
The $8 million project, funded through a state government grant, will reignite tensions over the 61-hectare site.
Nepotism, wasted money, potential corruption: Sydney council on the brink
Major projects related to the Aerotropolis precinct and large housing developments have been threatened, while the damning report also highlights a “toxic culture” within Liverpool Council.
Two years after being sent home from training camp, Olympian opens up on controversy
A lot has happened in Australian swimmer Isaac Cooper’s life since his first Olympics in Tokyo.
Opinion
State of Origin
I’ll let the NRL in on a little secret … fans love the Origin melee
Rugby league has been reluctantly dragging itself and its knuckles into the 21st century for some time, but let’s not sanitise Origin too much.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
Horror first round has Smith one and done at Open as Scott, Lee thrive
Two years on from his stirring St Andrews triumph, Cameron Smith is 15 shots off the lead after an opening-round 80 at Royal Troon with Adam Scott the pick of the Australians.
How a light-hearted TikTok video sparked a global wave of mockery and abuse
Rachael Wilde and five employees recorded a 19-second video about clothes they were wearing. When it hit X, the messages took a turn.
Why your 30s and 40s can be the perfect time to start running
When Sinead Diver competed in her first world championship at 38, she thought it may be her last. Now 47, she’s heading to the Paris Olympics.
Political advisory firm’s money man pleads guilty to stealing
Mohammed Syed, who used to work for CT Group, started by Lynton Crosby, has pleaded guilty in the Downing Centre District Court.
Serena and Venus Williams concur: ‘That kid has more talent than you and I combined’
Serena Williams misses tennis – but don’t take that as a comeback hint. Her only angst post-retirement, really, is whether she’s too easy on her kids.
The greatest world wonders you’ve never heard of
Our experts pick 17 out-of-the-way dots on the map that are little known to travellers, even though superlatives fall from mouths when you lay eyes on them.
Paris 2024
The swimmer who got to the Paris Olympics without training in the pool
Olympian Clementine Stoney Maconachie is headed for Paris - but not as a swimmer this time.
From TV talent shows to 10m platforms, Rousseau is going for Olympic gold (well, sort of)
How does this tattooed, mulleted, free-spirited 23-year-old afraid of heights dive with such precision he stopped China claiming a world titles clean sweep?
NRL 2024
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Clubs rue injury, suspension toll as Origin melee costs $26,000
The Rabbitohs are fuming after losing skipper Cameron Murray for their finals charge as Penrith, Parramatta and Manly all wear the brunt of a brutal State of Origin decider.
Game, party, bed, flight: 16 hours after kick-off Brian To’o was still wearing his playing kit
The Blues winger was still wearing his Origin playing kit 16 hours after kick-off and Michael Maguire brought back his famous baseball bat before taking one last swing at Queensland.
Sydney
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Trade unions
On police radar and still on an inside track to major projects thanks to CFMEU
A company championed by the union has become one of NSW’s biggest labour-hire firms supplying large publicly funded projects.
Cyberattack on prescription service affects 13 million Australians
Personal and health data from the hack of MediSecure is up for sale on the dark web.
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NSW Police misconduct
Police inspector had 13 beers, eight spirit drinks before crash: watchdog
A high-ranking member of the force, whose name will be kept secret for 40 years, engaged in “serious misconduct”.
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.
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.
SEE AND DO
Murder mystery and wartime survival: Eight books to read this weekend
Our reviewers cast their eyes over recent fiction and non-fiction releases.
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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
All eyes on inflation figures after strong employment result
Inflation figures due in less than two weeks will be the key to next month’s rates decision, as the country’s jobs market remains strong despite economic headwinds.
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Analysis
Media & marketing
Tucker Carlson seems to be having the time of his life at the convention
The former Fox News host didn’t want to attend the RNC at first. Now he seems to be everywhere.
Ben Terris and Jeremy Barr
World
French police officer wounded in a fresh stabbing in Paris as Olympics approach
Thursday’s knife attack comes just days after a man stabbed and wounded a French soldier patrolling outside the Gare de l’Est train station on Monday.
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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.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Intermittent fasting over two days can help people with Type 2 diabetes
A recent study involved more than 330 overweight and obese adults who had recently been diagnosed with the medical condition.
Culture
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Stand-up comedy
A stand-up tour where the comics don’t have to stand up
Madeleine Stewart has curated a show that’s a carefree place for performers with disabilities.
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Opinion
State of Origin
I’ll let the NRL in on a little secret … fans love the Origin melee
Cameron Murray and Haumole Olakau’atu deserve their suspensions for involving themselves in the push-and-shove, but spare me the tut-tutting.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
Horror first round has Smith one and done at Open as Scott, Lee thrive
Two years on from his stirring St Andrews triumph, Cameron Smith is 15 shots off the lead after an opening-round 80 at Royal Troon with Adam Scott the pick of the Australians.
‘We’ve come here to win’: Snubbed Georgia aim to seize global respect by rolling Wallabies
They are still seen by some as lowly minnows, but Georgia have knocked off Japan, Wales and Italy in the last two years. And they want to prove they belong at rugby’s main table with a victory in Australia.
Two years after being sent home from training camp, Olympian opens up on controversy
A lot has happened in Australian swimmer Isaac Cooper’s life since his first Olympics in Tokyo.
He thought he’d broken his neck. Then Angus Crichton returned to win the Wally Lewis Medal
The NSW back-rower is the season’s best comeback story – but the player of the series feared it was all over in the third minute on Wednesday night.
From TV talent shows to 10m platforms, Rousseau is going for Olympic gold (well, sort of)
How does this tattooed, mulleted, free-spirited 23-year-old afraid of heights dive with such precision he stopped China claiming a world titles clean sweep?
Tiger town split: Benji Marshall and Robbie Farah part ways
Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall informed his former teammate that he and the Wests Tigers had decided that they needed someone with more experience to assist with the club’s rebuild.
Have Your Say
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.
