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Inside the campaign to take down Gina Rinehart’s portraits

Double or nothing: Vincent Namatjira’s portraits of Gina Rinehart were the subject of requests for removal.

Rinehart lobbied Seven chief executive Ryan Stokes in a campaign the National Gallery feared would be weaponised by Peter Dutton in parliament.

Dramatic arrest vision after police pursuit through eastern suburbs

Police arrest a man on Old South Head Rd, and inset, John Ibrahim. There is no suggestion of any wrongdoing by Ibrahim.

The men were arrested after reports they were armed and acting suspiciously near the home of John Ibrahim. There is no suggestion of wrongdoing on his part.

O’Connor, Burney confirm retirements as MPs jostle for promotion

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says their decisions will allow him to “refresh” his ministry after two years with an unchanged team.

President Joe Biden addresses the nation from the Oval Office.

Biden gives the speech he never wanted to, and did it with passion and grace

Four days after withdrawing from the 2024 US presidential election, Joe Biden says the time is right to “pass the torch to a new generation”.

Trump v Rudd: who’d win, the master of the barb or the prince of persuasion?

Donald Trump and Kevin Rudd.

Kevin Rudd may have called him “nuts”, but a re-elected Donald Trump would learn the former PM is a crafty diplomat, not easily intimidated.

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$1.1 trillion wipeout: Wall Street just got hit with a reality check

Wall Street has been riding an AI wave, but it just recorded its worst day since 2022 after investors were spooked by results from two of the biggest companies in the world.

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Paris 2024

Ledecky’s stone-faced response to question about Michael Phelps being a ‘tosser’

The US swimming legend is out to trash Australia’s opening night in the pool by upsetting Ariarne Titmus in the 400m freestyle.

Aussie gold medal hope ‘still on track’ for Olympics after Teahupo’o wipeout

Margaret River’s Jack Robinson tucks into a heaving Teahupo’o barrel during the 2022 Tahiti Pro.

One of surfing’s genuine gold medal favourites is being assessed just days out from the start of the Olympics surfing event in Tahiti.

‘Serious error of judgment’: Australian swim coach admits to helping rival

Michael Palfrey was admonished by the AOC for saying he hopes a South Korean swimmer he coaches wins gold – even though he will compete against two Australians on night one at the Games.

Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong.

Labor ‘breaks taboo’ to sanction Israelis after months of pressure

Joining the US and UK in targeting Israeli settlers, Penny Wong said the individuals had been involved in violent attacks on Palestinians, including beatings, sexual assault and torture.

Bruce Lehrmann enlists new lawyer for defamation fight

Zali Burrows outside the Federal Court in Sydney on Thursday.

The former Liberal staffer is seeking to overturn a damning Federal Court defamation decision that concluded he raped Brittany Higgins in Parliament House.

Immigration should treat train accident survivors with ‘compassion’: PM

The family’s residency status relied on the skilled work visa of the twins’ father, Anand Runwal, who worked in IT at Infosys.

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A 2002 home designed by Glenn Murcutt at Foxground near Kangaroo Valley that was never built.  An L-shape, Murcutt said it allowed him to orient the daytime living areas to the north, and the sleeping areas east-west. 

A new book about Glenn Murcutt’s designs that were never built brings many to life using the latest computer modelling and CGI imagery.

This comedian once thought she’d been kidnapped. She’s now a viral hit.

Comedian Atsuko Okatsuka’s distinctive haircut inspires a cult following among her fans.

Atsuko Okatsuka is one of the fastest rising names in comedy – thanks to her grandma and the Drop Challenge.

The six coolest new business class seats set for take off

These are the best new premium plane seats to look out for in the months ahead – and details on how to find them.

Lit Canteen’s juicy pho-mi sandwich with slow-cooked brisket.

This banh mi-pho hybrid is inspired by The Bear’s Chicago beef sandwich

Is this juicy, limited-edition sanger a smart union or a flawed creation? Sandwich watch hands down its verdict.

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From beach volleyball at the Eiffel Tower to equestrian at Versailles, Paris 2024 will be staged at some of the world’s most famous landmarks.

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Paris 2024

Thieves steal Australian BMX champion’s gear

A video shared by Martin on Instagram shows smashed window of team van as reigning Olympic champion talks through a robbery.

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Can the Matildas break through for an Olympic medal?

We dive into Australia’s tough group, the players to watch and injury concerns as Tony Gustavsson’s side strives for a medal.

Fans of Morocco invade the pitch during the Men’s group B match between Argentina and Morocco.

Argentina ‘equaliser’ ruled out by VAR hours after Morocco match suspended

The match ended in utter chaos when the game was suspended for two hours after supporters of Morocco stormed the pitch.

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Dylan Brown, Mitchell Moses and Will Penisini have uncertain futures due to contractual clauses.

The $1.25m contract black holes hurting battling NRL clubs

The true cost of moving on an unwanted NRL player has been revealed as Parramatta seek a different strategy for future contract negotiations.

Tarryn Aiken of the Roosters and Nita Maynard ahead of their NRLW season opener in Newcastle on Thursday night.

Your 2024 NRLW guide: Team to beat, player to watch and rookie on the rise

Here’s your guide to the 2024 NRLW season before the first match gets under way between the Knights and the Roosters in Newcastle on Thursday night.

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A NSW government spokesperson confirmed the review was under way and said: “If the government has an announcement to make, it will be made at an appropriate time.”
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Secret review to decide on removing ports for housing at Glebe Island

The state government has commissioned a secret review from a former Treasury boss into whether the working ports at Glebe Island should be moved to make way for high-density housing.

James Ruse principal leaves top-performing selective for rival all-girls school

Rachel Powell

The outgoing head of James Ruse Agricultural High Rachel Powell said she believes in parents having “school choice” between single-sex and co-ed options.

‘Toughest person we know’: Surfer’s leg washes up on beach after shark attack

Kai McKenzie, 23, who was bitten by a shark in Port Macquarie on Tuesday.

Kai McKenzie is in a stable condition after marathon surgery to reattach his right leg following the encounter at Port Macquarie.

Man dead after two-car crash on northern beaches

A man has died following a two-vehicle crash on Sydney’s Northern Beaches this afternoon. About 2.15pm (Wednesday 24 July 2024), emergency services were called to Pittwater Road, Mona Vale, following reports of a two-vehicle crash. The driver of one of the vehicles - a man – was trapped inside the vehicle and despite the efforts of first responders, was unable to be revived.  The driver of the other vehicle was taken to hospital for assessment.  Photographed Wednesday 24th July 2024. Photo: James Brickwood. SMH NEWS 240724

The driver in his 80s crossed three lanes of traffic and a median strip before his car was T-boned by an SUV travelling along Pittwater Road, witnesses said.

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Rugby league player allegedly assaulted teen girl

Rugby league player allegedly assaulted teen girl

Kate Fallon allegedly assaulted a 17-year-old girl who lived in a neighbouring apartment after a disagreement over a food delivery order.

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ANZ chief executive Shayne Elliott is trying to manage an escalating crisis.

ANZ fires, suspends traders amid alleged dealing misconduct

ANZ chief Shayne Elliott said the bank’s board is probing the alleged misconduct and would “ensure consequences will be applied to senior executives, both past and present, including myself, where appropriate”.

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Paris 2024

Ledecky’s stone-faced response to question about Michael Phelps being a ‘tosser’

The US swimming legend is out to trash Australia’s opening night in the pool by upsetting Ariarne Titmus in the 400m freestyle.

Steph Catley says she has recovered from a calf niggle and is ready to start against Germany.

‘No-brainer’ that Catley starts in Matildas’ Olympics opener against Germany

Australia’s captain has revealed that the mystery ‘lower leg injury’ that sidelined her for the warm-up loss to Canada 12 days ago was a calf niggle.

Margaret River’s Jack Robinson tucks into a heaving Teahupo’o barrel during the 2022 Tahiti Pro.

Aussie gold medal hope ‘still on track’ for Olympics after Teahupo’o wipeout

One of surfing’s genuine gold medal favourites is being assessed just days out from the start of the Olympics surfing event in Tahiti.

Mary Fowler.

Can the Matildas break through for an Olympic medal? We answer the burning questions

We dive into Australia’s tough group, the players to watch and injury concerns as Tony Gustavsson’s side strives for a medal.

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Paris 2024

Marky Mark is the weapon Australia’s sevens team needs in Paris

A league-bound Wallaby and a French legend loom as major threats in the men’s rugby sevens tournament.

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Michael Hooper

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Selwyn Cobbo is tackled by Jarome Luai in the State of Origin decider.
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The Origin decider was out of this world. But how much more can these players give?

I’ve taken time to watch the game three replay. It was one of the toughest and most brutal games I’ve ever seen.

Andrew Johns
Andrew Johns

League columnist

Dylan Brown, Mitchell Moses and Will Penisini have uncertain futures due to contractual clauses.

The $1.25m contract black holes hurting battling NRL clubs

The true cost of moving on an unwanted NRL player has been revealed as Parramatta seek a different strategy for future contract negotiations.

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