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Paris 2024
Titmus swims into history after titanic pool showdown, gold in flawless freestyle relay
In case you needed another reason to get excited, Australia is now leading the Olympics. It’s that magical moment Aussie fans always barrack for. Follow live.
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LoadingConquering a ‘big monkey’ and the myth behind the ‘race of the century’: Titmus
Titmus became the first woman in almost a century to successfully defend the 400m freestyle.
Stepping into the Paris spotlight and sealing a legacy
In Paris, the women’s 400 metres freestyle final will be one of the Games’ most anticipated races: not least for world-record holder Ariarne Titmus.
The relay win that handed Australia its new greatest Olympian of all-time
Mollie O’Callaghan, Shayna Jack, Emma McKeon and Meg Harris maintained Australia’s dominant record ahead of the US and China.
Opening ceremony organisers face backlash over ‘Last Supper’ drag show
A crew of drag queens and dancers performed a parody of the Last Supper at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, drawing intense criticism.
The best photos from day one of the Paris Olympics
Day one of competition has kicked off, with spectacular performances from our Aussie athletes in the pool, on the basketball court and on the field.
Exclusive
Housing crisis
The Sydney builder that sent a $100,000 bill for ‘fake’ roof
ANSA Homes sent a client an invoice for nearly $100,000 accompanied by an image purporting to be evidence of the completed roof. The next day, the client realised the image was wrong.
Strata residents warned of inflated invoices for trades work
Some maintenance and repair companies inflated strata unit quotes by up to 120 per cent, survey finds.
Opinion
Five Minutes with Fitz
Joe Hockey confirms: Donald Trump never cheats … at golf
Peter FitzSimons speaks to the former Australian ambassador to the US about American politics and what he really thinks about Donald Trump.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
Exclusive
Healthcare
More Australians die while waiting for an organ donor
More than 50 Australians died while waiting for an organ transplant last year – and the number of registered donors is declining.
Breaking
Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Netanyahu says Hezbollah will pay ‘heavy price’ after deadly strike on soccer field
A rocket strike at a soccer field at the Israel-controlled area killed at least 11 children and teens, raising fears of a broader regional war.
PM to announce fresh faces in ministerial reshuffle to boost team for election battle
A new ministerial line up will be announced on Sunday as the government seeks to build momentum against the Coalition.
Analysis
NRL 2024
The photo showing how the NSW Blues bought into Maguire’s madness
The code’s nicest man and shock selection as captain, Jake Trbojevic, provided an unlikely moment for the Blues after their Origin success.
Step aside, Santorini: A new island siren is sizzling
It’s Disneyland for beaches and home to the freshest grilled octopus. Here’s what you should know about this tiny fishing village.
Australia’s first women’s only sports bar to open in Sydney
The Ladies League is a game-changing new two-storey Oxford Street bar screening exclusively women’s games, live and loud.
Naomi Campbell: ‘Victim is not in my vocab. I don’t want people to feel sorry for me’
She may have struggled in the past, but the 54-year-old supermodel bristles at any attempt to paint her as an underdog.
Minnie Driver joins the ranks of acting greats who have played Elizabeth I
“Queen Elizabeth comes to meet you very, very specifically,” says Driver, who follows Glenda Jackson, Judi Dench and other greats in the role.
Your guide to Australia’s best guilt-free foodie holiday
The Launceston region is full of innovative farmers and chefs trying to fix the planet. You’ll want to add these stops to your itinerary.
The Boomers need their star trio to fire at the Games. They passed the first test
The Boomers’ Olympic campaign is off to a great start with an impressive win over Spain in their opening Group A match in Lille.
The Biles, explained: How one small woman transformed her sport
The nine-time US champion returns to the Olympics as the unequivocal favourite, with five moves named after her, including one that no other woman performs.
Clashes of the titans: The 10 showdowns and rivalries that will define Paris 2024
There have been some incredible clashes in Olympic history and rivalries that remain strong through the years. Here are the top ten to keep on eye on in Paris.
Opinion
Paris 2024
‘I felt like a fraud’: the psychology of silver
We’ve talked a lot about gold medals in the lead-up to Paris but not everyone will realise their dream over the next week.
Grant Hackett
Stan Sport expert
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Weekend Reads
‘To a certain extent, I’ve been in denial’: Ray Martin on life’s great mystery
He climbed to the pinnacle of Australian TV journalism. What challenge was left? The ultimate one.
Jackie Kennedy would have turned 95 this week: the woman behind the photos
I came to Jackie’s story through a photograph. It’s not a well-known image, but to me, it was striking.
Sydney
Seven places to watch the Paris Olympics in Sydney
Including a French rooftop restaurant serving martinis and fries, a Japanese sports bar with snacks, and a spot showing the swimming finals, with croissants.
Gladys Berejiklian defends her leadership after losing ICAC court challenge
A majority of the NSW Court of Appeal dismissed the former premier’s challenge to damning corruption findings made against her.
Exclusive
Courts
The hidden microphones that caught a plot to get away with murder
Najma Carroll had been a gifted HSC student and rising sports star. Before she died, she put her trust in the wrong people.
Exclusive
Development
Revealed: Plan for new offices at Glebe Island - but no homes
A political stoush has erupted over the future of Sydney’s Bays West precinct, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese saying housing was a better option.
Paramedic banned over ‘Netflix and chill’ misconduct with teen
A paramedic made unwanted sexual advances towards a teenager, claiming he was led on by the term “Netflix and chill”.
NRL 2024
Roosters survive scare in win over Manly
The jury remains firmly out on the Sydney Roosters’ premiership credentials after scraping past an undermanned Manly in a 34-30 NRL win.
Razzle-dazzle Bulldogs dismantle dire Broncos
Canterbury have turned on a simply sensational display of attacking rugby league to put a dagger deep into the heart of Brisbane’s NRL finals hopes.
Politics
Exclusive
COVID inquiry
COVID left us poorer, sicker and with a big financial headache, inquiry told
Businesses, unions, health experts and the education sector say Australia needs to prepare for future pandemics to avoid repeating mistakes that are still being felt in some parts of the nation.
Business
Bolt’s ultimatum: I’ll quit if James Murdoch wins succession battle
The high-profile conservative columnist says he’ll walk if James Murdoch takes over News Corp.
World
Analysis
US Votes 2024
The Obamas called Kamala Harris. Cameras rolled. Hokeyness ensued
The historical weight of the moment may have been somewhat undercut by the stage management.
Rebecca Davis O’Brien
Opinion
How to ruin a family with one quick court case
Jenna Price
Columnist and academic
The achievement Harris should keep quiet about
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
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Property
First home buyer with mum’s help misses out to investor for $1.1m pad
Enlisting the help of family wasn’t enough for a number of first home buyers who bid for the Bellevue Hill two-bedroom unit.
Our favourite mansions for sale around the world right now
Dreaming of a holiday home overseas? In the world’s most luxurious homes, there are so many creature comforts you’ll never want to leave.
Good Food
Lifestyle
From graveyards to orange juice labels, baby naming is getting creative
John, William, Mary, Elizabeth: There was a simple formula for naming children in the Western world from the 17th to early 19th centuries. Not anymore.
Culture
Billy Joel says goodbye to New York after 104 shows over 10 years
The Piano Man has performed his final concert of a historic residency at Madison Square Garden.
Traveller
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Opinion
Paris 2024
The athletes Olympic medallist Ash Barty is desperate to watch in Paris
She won three grand slam tennis titles but Barty will cherish her Olympic bronze medal forever.
Ash Barty
Stan Sport expert
Matildas fitness in focus after ‘train-wreck’ loss to Germany: report
The fitness of the Matildas will reportedly be the focus of a comprehensive review following their thumping loss to Germany at the Paris Olympics.
Opinion
Paris 2024
How I scored an interview with French President Emmanuel Macron
The phrase “No regrets” was in the back of my mind when I cheekily squared up to the French leader.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
Vixens survive super-shot barrage to surge into Super Netball grand final
A Sophie Garbin goal in the final 30 seconds of the game helped put an end to a Fever scoring spree and secure the Vixens their sixth grand final berth.
Racist ‘headbutt’ video: six-month ban for French rugby star
French rugby union full-back suspended for six months following racist remarks he made while on tour in Argentina.
Injury-hit Swans brace for AFL finals hopefuls Bulldogs
Sydney are confident they have the depth to overcome a late-season lull and dent the Western Bulldogs’ top-eight hopes in the process.
I tried Speedo’s Olympic swimsuit. It’s fast in the pool, but takes forever to put on
The Fastskin isn’t like a regular one-piece bathing suit. It looks more like a singlet worn by a wrestler.
Have Your Say
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.
