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Trial by Water podcast
A new investigative podcast about one of Australia’s most controversial cases.
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Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Coalition ramps up rare dispute with spy chief over Gaza visas
The opposition wants a high-powered investigation of whether sympathising with terrorists should be grounds for blocking visas.
Opinion
Political leadership
Despite the FM PM every AM, it’s Dutton who is getting the listeners
For all the time and effort the government puts into media, with daily television and radio appearances, Labor looks underpowered when it needs to win back voters.
David Crowe
Chief political correspondent
Is Dutton’s view on refugees positively Trumpian?
The opposition leader knows there’s a world of difference between having some sympathy for some of the aims of an organisation and being a supporter - it just doesn’t suit his ambitions to acknowledge it.
Inside the NSW Liberals’ slippery slope towards council fiasco
While the Liberal Party’s NSW director Richard Shields attended the opening of a children’s playground, staff were “in meltdown” over a major failure to nominate council candidates before deadline.
Editorial
NSW councils
How can voters have confidence in the Liberals running NSW when it can’t run itself?
The NSW Liberal Party’s local government election fiasco borders on the comical, but there must be consequences, and heads must roll.
The Herald's View
Editorial
‘Pretty devastating’: Raygun breaks silence on Olympics controversy
Australian breaking athlete Rachael Gunn has opened up after becoming one of the biggest and most divisive stories of the Paris Olympics.
‘Warning sign’: Where owners are selling their properties now
More home owners are getting ready to sell in areas where it may not be the best time to make a move.
Opinion
RBA
Why the Reserve Bank thinks it’s too soon to cut rates
The central bank has come under attack over the past week. Here’s the thinking behind their latest comments.
Millie Muroi
Economics Writer
Five people charged in connection with death of Friends star Matthew Perry
Two doctors allegedly supplied the actor with a large amount of ketamine and even wondered in a text message how much he would be willing to pay.
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NRL 2024
Cleary injures shoulder as Penrith blow chance to go top in loss to Storm
Nathan Cleary was under-going scans for a shoulder injury late Thursday as the premiers now sweat on having the star halfback back in time for their premiership assault.
Political odd couple taking the podcast world by storm
Former British politician Rory Stewart is one half of a hugely successful show that promotes intelligent policy discussion.
It’s more popular than ever, so should you take career advice from TikTok?
The #CareerAdvice hashtag has accumulated 167 million views, with younger workers flocking to the platform for tips.
Opinion
Homelessness
My home became a holiday rental, so I lived in a cemetery
My friends and I don’t deserve to be homeless any more than you do. No one is immune to homelessness.
Jacq Gallagher
Fifty-four year old homeless woman
Are school uniforms really the great equaliser?
After a US school banned students from wearing black, a conversation about the real benefits of uniforms has kicked off in Australia.
Australia has 8222 islands, but these 15 are among the best
Australians are spoilt for choice when it comes to island getaways, but they are not all about blue waters and coral: there’s an island type for everyone.
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Redfern’s cool new hotel opens soon. The team behind Bistecca invites all to eat there
“If it goes belly up it’s on us,” says Liquid & Larder co-owner James Bradey of plans to open an all-day lobby eatery and a Mexican rooftop restaurant.
Opinion
Real life
Sneer at my name and call me an aristocrat if you like. It goes deeper than you think
The double hyphen of Heitmann-Ryce-LeMercier might seem like overkill, but there is a reason why I have so many surnames.
Liam Heitmann-Ryce-LeMercier
Freelance writer
Sydney metro
Analysis
How new metro line links Sydneysiders to the rest of the globe
The new metro is overlaid along what’s known as Sydney’s global economic corridor and will help power more than 41 per cent of the state’s economic output.
Threading the needle: How engineers crammed new metro lines beneath CBD
Working out the alignment and depth of the new metro was a complex balancing act as its tunnels passed within 1.2 metres of existing infrastructure.
Sydney
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NSW councils
‘Shocked, gutted’: Liberal blame game erupts over council catastrophe
State director Richard Shields has dismissed calls for his resignation as “premature” after the party failed to register many candidates for local government elections next month.
Husband arrested after quarter of a century of suspicion
Something about Aaron Govendir’s story didn’t quite add up for police investigating his wife’s murder in their Dover Heights home.
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Courts
‘I hit her four times in the head’: Accused rapist claims he struck woman in retaliation at The Star
Joel Fitzpatrick Burtt has told his trial he had consensual sex with a woman at the hotel before they argued, claiming she hit him before he pushed and hit her.
It’s the only place Rod could afford to live in Sydney. He may have to leave
The Paddington boarding house resident couldn’t imagine living anywhere else – until his home fell under the threat of redevelopment into luxury houses.
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Casinos
Reprieve for NSW casinos ahead of looming restrictions
Punters at Star Sydney and Crown Barangaroo will be able to place $5000 cash bets for another year after a last-minute change by the NSW government.
NRL 2024
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Mitchell to front Rabbitohs board after NRL issues one-match ban over photo
The South Sydney Rabbitohs superstar has five days to respond after being issued with an infringement notice by the NRL following a week of negative headlines – but it’s unlikely it will be the end of his punishment.
Why rookie Tiger was left spewing – literally – after missing team bus
Lachie Galvin has been one of the few bright spots for Wests Tigers in his debut NRL season, but he learned the hard way that it pays to be punctual.
Politics
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Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Greens pick Palestinian protest leader to take on Labor in key seat
Leader Adam Bandt pledged a “people-powered campaign” in seats where the party hopes its pro-Palestine stance will get it over the line.
Business
Opinion
Earnings season
Telstra chief made a ‘crazy brave’ decision. It’s paying off
The 53 year-old is transforming our telco giant by deploying pragmatism, abandoning hubris, and adding a big dollop of financial realism.
Elizabeth Knight
Business columnist
World
Move to dismiss wrongful death lawsuit after widower signed up to Disney+ trial
Disney says an agreement made signing up for its streaming service means a case involving a New Yorker who died after eating at a Disney theme park is invalid.
Opinion
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Property
Our seven favourite luxury homes for sale right now
From a Mediterranean-inspired beach house to a country retreat complete with stables and a home set within a golf club, these are our top picks.
Is it a better time to build or renovate a home yet?
Even as the cost of materials stabilises, homeowners are weighing up whether to go ahead with plans for their dream home.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Here’s what the Danes have decided you’ll be wearing next month
Jorts were just one of the surprises at Copenhagen Fashion Week that are perfect for an Australian spring.
Opinion
Body image
How to overcome the distaste we have for our middle-aged bodies
Sarah Berry
Lifestyle Health Editor
Culture
From Baby Reindeer to Nanette: How Edinburgh makes or breaks comedians
It’s the biggest performing arts festival in the world, with a history of launching careers – if you can win the (sometimes-empty) room.
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NRL 2024
Cleary injures shoulder as Penrith blow chance to go top in loss to Storm
Penrith lost 24-22 to Melbourne – but the bigger concern was a shoulder injury suffered by their star player.
Swans lose key star for Essendon clash with top spot on the line
The Swans have been dealt a huge blow ahead of Friday night’s showdown against the Bombers after a star midfielder was ruled out with a calf injury.
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NRL off-field behaviour
Latrell Mitchell to front Rabbitohs board after NRL issues one-match ban over photo
The South Sydney Rabbitohs superstar has five days to respond after being issued with an infringement notice by the NRL following a week of negative headlines – but it’s unlikely it will be the end of his punishment.
Why rookie Tiger was left spewing – literally – after missing team bus
Lachie Galvin has been one of the few bright spots for Wests Tigers in his debut NRL season, but he learned the hard way that it pays to be punctual.
Jorgensen set to make long-awaited Wallabies debut against Springboks
Young Waratahs back has been named on the bench for Saturday’s match in Perth after a broken leg cruelled his dream of winning his first Test cap at last year’s World Cup.
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NRL 2024
South Sydney make shock play for Josh Schuster
Wayne Bennett has made a habit of resurrecting careers and the incoming Rabbitohs coach could have another project on his hands.
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Around the clubs
Having lost Blaize Talagi, Eels turn sights on Panthers for Ryles’ first target
It was supposed to be a bitter blow losing their best young talent and local junior. But the Eels have moved swiftly to target the club which signed Talagi.
Have Your Say
Great or grub? Should Les Boyd be in the Hall of Fame?
He was one of the most dominant players of his era and played 17 Tests for Australia. But he was also given the equal longest suspension of 15 months for foul play.
