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Global manhunt over alleged Sydney gangland murder plot
Rafat Alameddine and John Bayssari are wanted for allegedly conspiring to murder their gangland rival, Ibrahem Hamze, pictured centre, in a foiled North Sydney assassination attempt.
‘Leader of the Pack’: Woman allegedly led child sex abuse ring from prison
A female inmate at a NSW prison allegedly directed a group of inmates who called themselves “The Pack”.
‘The meanest council ever’: Jilly Gibson’s stormy North Sydney farewell
The veteran former mayor wanted a new plaza named in her honour. At her final meeting, the council had other ideas.
Exclusive
Aged care
$5b gone: The other housing crisis crippling Baby Boomers
A funding crisis is tipped to leave older Australians without thousands of aged care places as operators warn of financial pressures that will force them to close more homes than they build.
‘Insulting’: Spender blasts Labor over LGBTQ decision
Labor is refusing to discuss its decision to leave out of the next census a question that would have determined the number of gay and trans people in Australia, the teal MP says.
Pacific wary of Australia’s ‘cryptic’ policing pact
Anthony Albanese is seeking to lock in support for a far-ranging policing pact designed to counter China’s growing security presence in the region.
Woolworths profit falls as it grapples with unhappy customers
The grocery giant pivoted to lower prices for value-conscious shoppers amid cost-of-living pressures, while shareholders have been rewarded with a special dividend.
Nine posts 31 per cent dip in profits amid ‘challenging year’
Chair Catherine West said the media group has continued to perform well in a challenging market, and started this year “on a positive note” with its Olympics coverage.
Analysis
Investing
Should I max out my offset account or invest in shares instead?
Figuring out how to make your money work harder for you can be challenging enough, let alone in a cost-of-living crisis.
‘Better off waiting’: When you should have bought a house
Many homes last changed hands when the market was at its hottest, but buyers who waited have been rewarded with more capital growth.
Updated
Crime
Image shows man fleeing scene where baby was attacked with hot liquid
A CCTV photo shows a man police say “may be able to assist” running from a Brisbane park.
Fresh indictment filed against Donald Trump in January 6 case
The new indictment removes a section for which the Supreme Court in a 6-3 opinion last month said Trump was entitled to immunity from.
Exclusive
Just open
‘It’s my last restaurant’, Neil Perry vows as he opens Chinese-inspired 240-seater
Three-level venue Song Bird is an ode to Sydney’s Cantonese restaurants, with an opening menu that leans heavily on classics.
This miner claims Tanya Plibersek’s decision sets them back a decade. She says it’s ‘nonsense’
Regis Resources claims that its project in the NSW Central West has been delayed by up to a decade due to a federal decision to veto the location of its tailings dam.
Giant-killer Kokkinakis making up for lost time at US Open, de Minaur prevails
Three more Australians have progressed to the second round at the US Open, including Thanasi Kokkinakis who stunned the 11th seed.
Opinion
Luxury holidays
Sorry, but kids should be banned from luxury resorts
I’m no child hater. It’s not the kids at these sorts of places I want to avoid, it’s the parents who feel it’s okay to bring them there.
Craig Tansley
Travel writer
The Gina Rinehart effect: billionaire gives Driza-Bone a ‘softer’ look
The mining magnate’s surprise turn as a fashion designer has been revealed, with help from some Olympians. But will her vision prove a hit with customers?
This pot of gold is one of the most nourishing things you can eat, plus it’s cheap and easy to make
A rich, long-simmered bone broth is the secret to these nourishing, big-flavoured dishes.
Editor's Picks
Opinion
Building Bad
CFMEU members are right to rage, but they’re railing at the wrong people
Nick McKenzie
Investigative reporter
Just in
NRL 2024
Updated
Latrell ‘doesn’t really know’ what he was doing in photo with white powder
The Rabbitohs star was summoned to an early morning meeting at South Sydney’s headquarters to explain his off-field behaviour.
Rooster for life: Tedesco eyes third title, contract extension
The Roosters captain is 31 but backs himself to continue playing for another three or four years.
Sydney
Guilty verdict after woman’s horrifying rape ordeal inside The Star
A jury has found Joel Fitzpatrick Burtt repeatedly sexually assaulted the woman inside the hotel in Pyrmont in 2022.
‘I’m not going anywhere’: Ex-CFMEU boss Darren Greenfield’s big day out
The former secretary of the NSW CFMEU began his day with a court mention for bribery charges, and was a hero by lunchtime.
Nine’s Ben Fordham breached broadcast rules with Uber deal
The media watchdog says the top-rating breakfast radio host failed to properly disclose a commercial deal with the ride-share giant.
Analysis
Interest rates
Respite for first home buyers as Sydney and Melbourne markets cool
Analysts expect the Sydney and Melbourne property markets to cool for the remainder of this year, giving those looking to get into the market more time.
Exclusive
Property development
The conditions that could deliver Sydney’s new Rosehill mini-city
Thousands of racing figures will soon vote on the future of Rosehill racecourse. John Messara reveals the key to getting the sale past the post.
Paris Paralympics 2024
‘Scooter’ Patterson’s aiming for more than gold in Paris
Grant ‘Scooter’ Patterson is a much-loved member of Australia’s Paralympic swimming team – and he’s gunning for his first gold medal.
How a vision-impaired gold medallist will help Australians get the full picture at Paralympics
Para-cycling gold medallist Felicity Johnson is about to break new ground in commentary.
Politics
Greens leader Adam Bandt pledges to supersize corporate taxes
To sweeten the deal, the Greens say much of the revenue would pay for cost-of-living measures.
Business
Are you up to running a small business?
In the first of a six-part series, founders share the emotional and tactical strengths you need to secure the long-term growth of your business.
World
Two killed after jet tyre explodes at facility in Atlanta
Delta said it was working with local authorities to investigate what happened at the wheel and brake shop.
Opinion
What will happen to your mortgage if ‘tariff man’ Trump wins the White House
Matt Wade
Senior economics writer
Every PM faces one real test. This is Albo’s moment to be up there with Howard
Tim Costello
Senior fellow at the Centre for Public Christianity
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Property
Where luxury home values are rising fastest, and where they’ve stalled
Luxury property prices are still holding up in Australia, despite a slowdown elsewhere in the world triggered by rising interest rates.
Half a house with panoramic ocean views in Bronte sells for $13m
More than half-a-dozen buyers registered to bid on the deceased estate, which increased 34 times in value since it last sold for $375,000 in 1993.
Good Food
Lifestyle
How do I answer the dreaded ‘salary expectation’ question on job applications?
Answering this question is much easier in person, writes Dr Kirstin Ferguson.
Culture
‘The great wait is over’: Gallagher brothers bury the hatchet for Oasis tour
Noel and Liam Gallagher have ended several days of intense speculation, revealing Oasis will return to the stage in 2025.
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Sport
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NRL off-field behaviour
Latrell Mitchell ‘doesn’t really know’ what he was doing in white powder photo
The Rabbitohs superstar was summoned to an early morning meeting at South Sydney’s headquarters to explain his off-field behaviour.
Matildas, Socceroos to remain on Network 10 for next five years
Football Australia has sealed a new five-year broadcast deal for the national teams with Paramount Australia - but most of the Matildas’ next two major tournaments will be put behind a paywall.
‘I’m starting to enjoy my footy again’: The Tahs playmaker thriving in New Zealand
Re-signed Waratahs five-eighth Tane Edmed is earning rave reviews for his form in the NPC and is setting his sights on a Wallabies call-up.
Giant-killer Kokkinakis making up for lost time at US Open, de Minaur prevails
Five more Australians have progressed to the second round at the US Open, including Thanasi Kokkinakis who stunned the 11th seed in New York.
‘He’s worth every cent’: Teammates back Trbojevic after attempt to hand back salary
Manly superstar volunteered to take a pay cut as a goodwill gesture after his latest injury, but his teammates say his value to the team can’t be measured in dollars.
All-Sydney qualifying final is racing towards a sell-out. But AFL won’t move it to Homebush
“Very limited” tickets remain for the blockbuster showdown between the Swans and Giants, but the league says will not consider moving the fixture from the SCG.
What do Nawaqanitawase, Hynes and Haas have in common?
Mark Nawaqanitawase, Nicho Hynes and Payne Haas have all been named in jersey No.22 for their respective clubs in round 26. In each case, it signals NRL action sooner than expected.
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From a 2.46m tall volleyballer to a bear attack survivor: Ten must-watch Paralympic events
The Paris Paralympics will feature some of the best athletes in the world – here are some highlights to look forward to.
