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Inflation eases, but Australia is facing a difficult Christmas
Inflation has stepped down further as power and petrol prices ease, but the easing of price pressures may be too late for struggling retailers.
Suburbs where families can’t afford to pay the mortgage, and can’t afford not to
In a handful of outer suburbs, at least one in 50 borrowers are behind on their home loan repayments. But in the same areas, the cost of renting is higher than a year ago.
‘We’ll reopen embassy’: Birmingham makes pledge on visit to Kyiv
Australia remains an international outlier as it refuses to reopen its embassy in Kyiv more than two-and-a-half years after Russia’s invasion.
The thing Clover Moore said that turned everyone against her
The lord mayor was heckled by a fiery crowd as she fought to defend her city-shaping legacy during a debate about the state of Oxford Street during a forum.
Opinion
Selective schools
I always knew Sydney school parents had lost their minds. Now I have proof
Schools catering for gifted kids have an important place in public education, but we have veered well away from this ambition in NSW.
Alexandra Smith
State Political Editor
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Education
‘Your child cannot receive an offer’: Parents pay for selective school predictions
A major Sydney coaching college is instructing parents on which selective schools they should choose, which analysts warn is fuelling anxiety among students.
Three months to back up grid as risk of summer blackouts rises
Delays to key energy projects could cause power outages during a summer heatwave on the eastern seaboard, grid operator found.
Closure of busy rail line might be worse than first thought
Free replacement buses will be offered during the line’s closure from September 30, in a bid to ease the disruption.
Blue Mountains dam shut after discovery of forever chemicals
Forever chemicals had been found at high levels in the dam which feeds into the drinking water supply to around 41,000 residents.
Tszyu v Zerafa? This time it looks like it will actually happen
Nikita Tszyu and Michael Zerafa both earned very different victories on a wild night of boxing. Now they appear to be on a collision course.
Opinion
NRL 2024
I’m backing the Eels to dash top-eight dreams of inconsistent Dragons
There are so many permutations over the last two weeks, but I suspect the race for the last spot in the top eight is a race in two.
Andrew Johns
League columnist
Opinion
Baseball
More air than Jordan: The Sultan of Swat is still breaking records
A baseball jersey won 92 years ago has sold for $35 million. Yep, you read that right.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
Donald Trump blames Biden, Harris for failed assassination attempt
The former president made the claim on the US talk show Dr Phil in a significant escalation of his remarks about his near-death experience.
Israel mounts major military operation in the West Bank
The assault, one of the largest seen in the West Bank for months, followed a series of smaller raids in the area over recent weeks.
Analysis
Scams
Who should foot the bill for Australia’s scam epidemic?
When a victim is tricked by a scammer, banks and digital platforms are not currently obligated to reimburse them. But should they be?
Matthew Spain
Not everyone finds exercise rewarding. Here’s how to make it more tolerable
Recent discoveries have helped experts understand why working out can be such a high. And, they say, a few changes can help train your body and mind to find it more pleasurable.
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Review
This remake of cult-classic The Crow is surprisingly not a total disaster
The screenwriters of the latest Crow film haven’t retained too much from previous versions of the material beyond the title and the premise.
Warning signs: 10 red flags to look for when choosing a restaurant overseas
Make sure you don’t make these mistakes on your next holiday and avoid tourist-trap restaurants.
PARIS PARALYMPICS 2024
Everything you need to know about the 2024 Paralympics
The Paralympics begin on Thursday – 160 Australians will be taking part in the Games. Here are some you may not know about.
Dylan’s parents never left his side in hospital. He’s kayaking for them in Paris
After years of being in and out of hospital, Dylan Littlehales became a world champion. Then his dad was diagnosed with bowel cancer on the day his mother was cleared of breast cancer.
Sydney
Former Sydney swimming coach Dick Caine revealed as serial paedophile
Caine’s lawyers fought to keep his identity a secret after a judge found he committed 39 offences against girls as young as 10.
Architects ‘treated like plumbers’: Inside the revolt against the NSW building bill
New laws designed to protect homeowners and deal with the state’s housing crisis might have the reverse effect, architects warn.
‘The meanest council ever’: Jilly Gibson’s stormy farewell
The veteran former mayor wanted a new plaza named in her honour. At her final meeting, the council had other ideas.
‘Nonsense’ or ‘rigorous’: Premier and Plibersek in blow-up over $1b gold mine
Minns has doubled down on his criticism of federal Labor Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek, saying he believed the decision to knock back the proposal had been made in error.
Updated
Bushfires
Fire in Sydney’s south-west downgraded after emergency warning
Residents had been told to seek shelter as firefighters water bombed the out-of-control blaze near Liverpool.
NRL 2024
Eels make decision on Gutherson’s future, Matterson to stay
Speculation had been rife that the Eels captain could be on the move at the end of the season. Jason Ryles has put that to bed.
‘No pressure’: Shock early return beckons for Haas
After a strong training session, Payne Haas could be in line for an early comeback. In his absence, another Bronco has attained career-best form.
Politics
Greens to target five key Labor seats as Bandt backs Max over CFMEU protest
The Greens leader wants to take five key seats from Labor at the election – and gaining the loyalty of the union movement is part of his plan.
Business
Updated
Wall Street
A Wall Street legend just joined the $US1 trillion club
Warren Buffett, 94, is one of the world’s richest people and could be the most prolific investor in history. Now the company he has run for nearly 60 years has hit a milestone.
World
‘It will be painful’: In major speech, British PM paints gloomy picture
Keir Starmer tells Britons their country is in a societal and economic “black hole”, and warns of rising taxes and spending cuts.
Opinion
The US wants to avoid WWIII, so Ukraine has no choice but attack
Mick Ryan
Military leader and strategist
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Property
‘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.
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.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Brat mama: Naomi Osaka’s fashion ace was filled with hidden meanings
After a two-year break, the Japanese tennis champion is back to her playing best, and is the reigning queen of on-court style.
Culture
This provocative show splits the audience into first class and economy
Mish Grigor’s deconstruction of My Fair Lady examines the myth of Australia’s classless society.
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Opinion
NRL 2024
I’m backing the Eels to dash top-eight dreams of inconsistent Dragons
There are so many permutations over the last two weeks, but I suspect the race for the last spot in the top eight is a race in two - which doesn’t include the Dragons.
Andrew Johns
League columnist
Teenage rising star among trio of Australians to exit US Open
Alexei Popyrin is Australia’s last chance for a winner on the US Open’s third day after Rinky Hijikata, Ajla Tomljanovic and Maya Joint lost their second-round games.
Tszyu v Zerafa? This time it looks like it will actually happen
Nikita Tszyu and Michael Zerafa both earned very different victories on a wild night of boxing. Now they appear to be on a collision course.
Exclusive
NRL 2024
Former NSW premier caught in crossfire of political turmoil at Wests Tigers
Barry O’Farrell is considering departing the club after he was told that he would have to reapply for his job as Tigers chairman.
Opinion
Baseball
More air than Jordan: The Sultan of Swat is still breaking records
A baseball jersey won 92 years ago has sold for $35 million. Yep, you read that right.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
Most Wallabies debutants in 62 years: Schmidt’s rebuild continues
Hamish Stewart will become the 15th Wallabies debutant of the year against Argentina on Sunday.
Exclusive
Cameron Smith
From LIV Golf’s million-dollar paydays to the Murray River: Cameron Smith’s big call
Australia’s most recent major champion is used to playing in some of the world’s biggest cities. But he’ll trade that for an event on the NSW-Victoria border this year.
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Everything you need to know about the 2024 Paralympics
The Paralympics begin on Thursday – 160 Australians will be taking part in the Games. Here are some you may not know about.
