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Universities say 14,000 jobs at risk from Labor’s ‘poll-driven’ crackdown

Universities say 14,000 jobs will be lost under the government’s migration crackdown.

Universities say the government’s migration crackdown is already costing the sector dearly, even before proposed caps are implemented.

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Byron Bay man allegedly raped, bashed woman at The Star

Joel Nathan Fitzpatrick Burtt has admitted to punching the woman in the head but denies multiple counts of sexual intercourse without consent, a Sydney jury has heard.

The market carnage is over for now, but volatility is now the new black

Monday’s meltdown wiped out the gains the Australian market made in 2024. But Tuesday’s reprieve was just as dramatic. Hang on, the bumpy ride is set to continue.

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Crocodile attack victim David Hogbin and his family.

Crocodile attack victim identified as ‘incredible’ doctor, father of three

David Hogbin was on a camping trip with his family when he fell into a river. His wife says he saved her life in his final moments.

Staff urge ABC to stop ‘racking up costs’ and drop Lattouf case

The ABC’s union house committee is calling on management to drop its case against Antoinette Lattouf.

ABC union staff have called on management to stop racking up costs on a high-profile dismissal case against Antoinette Lattouf.

The Teahupo’o whisperer who catches fish as he surfs, along with eight-metre monsters and Olympic gold

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In hindsight, what hope did Australian surfing silver medallist Jack Robinson have against a local champion who knows the world’s scariest wave like the back of his own hand?

Swimmer removed from Olympic village for creating ‘inappropriate’ atmosphere

Swimmer removed from Olympic village for creating ‘inappropriate’ atmosphere

Luana Alonso, who announced her retirement aged only 20, is understood to have left Paris after being suspended from the village.

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NRL 2024

Coach betting scandal rocks rugby league

The career of a coach who allegedly wagered on rugby league games, in contravention of NRL rules, will go on the line on Wednesday night.

Seine of the times … Australian swimmers, Gina Rinehart and golden boots
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Paris 2024

Inside Gina Rinehart’s exclusive Seine cruise for Australia’s medal winners

It was party time for those who won medals - but the event was not attended by all athletes who made the podium.

This attempt to clarify boxing’s gender row was a shambles. It also told us everything

Imane Khelif.

While journalists and IBA officials exchanged verbal jabs, Algerian boxer Roumaysa Boualam, Imane Khelif’s friend, staged a dignified, one-woman protest.

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Her sights were set on Paris. Then a refugee border dispute wrecked her dream

A young Australian athlete was denied her chance of competing at her first Olympic Games because of a border dispute that ended up in world sport’s highest court.

Not ‘a girl’ or ‘a secretary’: Harbour Bridge engineer recognised at last

Kathleen Butler onboard SS Ormonde, 30 April 1924. Image courtesy

Despite doing the work of civil engineer and project manager from the age of 21, Kathleen Butler was never described as one.

‘Will not be popular’: Unions slam premier over work from home call

NSW public servants have been ordered back to the office.

The state’s top union leader says public servants have “had the rug pulled from under them” by a push to get them back in the office.

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Why I hang around public toilets watching what you do with your hands

I do not miss COVID-19 lockdowns, apart from the way people behaved about matters of personal hygiene.

Jenna Price
Jenna Price

Columnist and academic

New Zealand’s Alps to Ocean bike ride is an epic six-day journey.

New Zealand’s longest and most popular cycling trail is truly epic

From the foothills of the Southern Alps to the foreshore of the Pacific Ocean, the Alps to Ocean cycle trail delivers a spectacular variety of terrain.

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Winter layers: Five lush lasagnes to sink your spoon into

Neil Perry’s buffalo mozzarella lasagne.

Level-up your lasagne game with these labours of love.

Twelve books to keep you busy in August

There are plenty of books coming out this month. Here is just a selection of the titles that could keep you out of the chill for the next few weeks.

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From left: Imane Khelif, Lin Yu-ting and Angela Carini.

Doctor defends IBA bans at chaotic press conference

The IBA detailed tests that had been carried out on boxers who are in the middle of an Olympics controversy.

The photo that helped Janet Nixon decide the men’s 100m champion.

The world’s two fastest men had no idea who’d won the 100m. Janet from Sydney did

Kishane Thompson had his head over the line, but Noah Lyles had the torso. An engineer split the difference.

New Olympic champion in the kayak cross, Noemie Fox.

‘I dared to dream’: Noemie Fox, like her sister, is an Olympic champion

Before the biggest race of Noemie’s life, sister Jess told her to “take it all the way”. So long in the shadow of her sibling, Noemie got her moment in the sun.

A controversial goal has sent the Hockeyroos home from the Olympics.
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The controversial call and Aussie legend that crushed Hockeyroos

Australia thought they’d break their quarter-final curse in Paris. Instead, it continues, thanks to a controversial goal.

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Sydney

The NSW government has released a draft plan proposing a 30-metre-high ventilation stack near the Ernest Street Bridge at Cammeray.

‘Like Donald Trump designed it’: The Sydney smokestack compared to a chicken nugget

A proposed gold ventilation outlet at the end of the tunnel that connects the new Western Harbour Tunnel from Rozelle to the north shore has angered locals.

Eton mandated basic Nokias. These NSW private schools are watching

Eton has told new students they will have to use a basic Nokia.

Mounting evidence suggests excessive smartphone use is associated with depression, anxiety and poor sleep quality.

‘The city is suffering’: Festivals push for more music in historic Sydney park

‘The city is suffering’: Festivals push for more music in historic Sydney park

Hit by cancellations and rising costs, festival organisers say the cap on concerts at Centennial Park should be lifted.

‘They’re the ibis of the roads’: The Sydney suburb being eaten by taxis

Long lines of dumped or smashed taxis and ride-share vehicles have become a common sight in the southern part of Marrickville.

In Marrickville’s southern end, fury over dumped taxis and smashed vehicles led one resident to take things into his own hands by donning a thin disguise.

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Courts

The banned greyhound trainer, loan sharks and the missing Porsche

Joe Lagan’s Porsche parked behind Kovacic’s house in Blue Gum Close, Matcham.

A man trying to stave off an eighth attempt to bankrupt him has power of attorney over a wealthy property developer, a fact that shocked the ageing man’s family.

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NRL 2024

Former NRL player Ethan Lowe.

Players want NRL’s insurance policy reviewed after $1 million case exposes ‘clear deficiencies’

Ethan Lowe launched a landmark case against the NRL’s insurer following a career-ending injury. After his defeat in the Federal Court, the players’ union insists there are “gaps” in the policy.

How Bulldogs’ return to Belmore sparked fresh optimism

How Bulldogs’ return to Belmore sparked fresh optimism

Canterbury’s win at their spiritual home on Sunday provided not just another two competition points, but also a vital communion with their community.

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North Sydney Bears coach Pat Weisner.
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NRL 2024

Coach betting scandal rocks rugby league

The career of a coach who allegedly wagered on rugby league games, in contravention of NRL rules, will go on the line on Wednesday night.

Zac Stubblety-Cook wins silver in the men’s 200m breaststroke final.

Stubblety-Cook broke his neck before winning Olympic silver medal

Zac Stubblety-Cook suffered a horrible injury late last year before knocking off a Chinese rival who he feels sorry for.

Seine of the times … Australian swimmers, Gina Rinehart and golden boots
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Paris 2024

Inside Gina Rinehart’s exclusive Seine cruise for Australia’s medal winners

It was party time for those who won medals - but the event was not attended by all athletes who made the podium.

Matt Wearn competes in the men’s dinghy race.

Paris Olympics 2024 LIVE updates: Day 11 - Aussies Matt Wearn, Zoe Thomson in dinghy medal races; basketball, water polo quarters and cycling finals

Melissa Wu, Matt Wearn, Jess Hull and Zoe Thomson will be the main Australian medal chances “early” on day 11 before attention turns to team sports.

England’s Michael Vaughan (l) and Graham Thorpe celebrate  (Photo by John Walton - PA Images via Getty Images)
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Graham Thorpe was a cricketing great – and a better mate

The former England captain pays tribute to his teammate, who was his batting partner when Vaughan scored his first Test hundred.

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Michael Vaughan

Former England cricket captain

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The Teahupo’o whisperer who catches fish while he surfs, along with eight-metre monsters and Olympic gold

In hindsight, what hope did Australian surfing silver medallist Jack Robinson have against a local champion who knows the world’s scariest wave like the back of his own hand?

Tom Hawkins and Dustin Martin announced their AFL retirements on the same day.

Tiger Dustin Martin and Cat Tom Hawkins announce their retirements from AFL

Hours after Richmond great Dustin Martin announced his 15-year AFL career was over, Geelong great Tom Hawkins followed suit and announced his career would close at the end of the season.

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