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Sydney’s railway hub housing targets revealed
Some suburbs are set for four times as many new dwellings as others - find out how many new homes are planned at a train station near you.
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Pollution
Sydney Water threatened with lawsuit over forever chemicals in drinking water
Blue Mountains residents have expressed outrage after the closure of a dam which feeds into the water supply of 50,000 people.
Winners and losers from the opening of new motorway to Sydney Airport
The ribbon will be cut on the final section of the $2.6 billion motorway on Friday ahead of its opening to motorists early on Sunday.
Opinion
Greens
The Greens sent an attack dog to savage Labor. But did it dig up the wrong dirt?
The Greens present a genuine threat to the Albanese government, but a misstep this week may pose a bigger risk to themselves.
David Crowe
Chief political correspondent
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LGBTQ
Assistant minister joins Labor MPs to defy Albanese on sexuality census debate
Assistant Health Minister Ged Kearney took a rare step in breaking with the government’s position, following backbenchers Josh Burns and Peter Khalil.
Well-heeled on the move from Sydney and Melbourne
New figures show some of the better-off suburbs of Sydney and Melbourne have shed thousands of residents since the pandemic.
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Healthcare
Why Angela feels unbearable pain from a leg that is no longer there
An unbearable electric current shoots down Angela’s left leg. She reaches down to rub it, but there’s no leg there.
Where you can find yourself a tree change for $618,000
“Your typical buyer there can sell their house, come down here and buy something probably nicer and still have $1 million in their pockets to play with.”
Opinion
Australian economy
GDP is going backwards. That doesn’t mean your life is, too
If gross domestic product – better known by its nickname GDP – was a perfect reflection of our quality of life, we would be in trouble.
Millie Muroi
Economics Writer
Opinion
AFL 2024
Sheedy is sick but still passionate about the Giants, Swans … and Folau
Folau declared last week that he only signed with the GWS Giants for the money – but the legendary coach holds no grudges.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
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NRL 2024
Balmain consider shock exit from Wests Tigers merger: ‘We’ve lost faith in them’
Balmain directors want to table a proposal that could force the NRL to choose between the Balmain Tigers and Wests Magpies, as tensions rise at the joint venture.
Thompson takes top-10 scalp as Australia’s strong start in US Open rages on
Jordan Thompson and Chris O’Connell have joined Alexei Popyrin in the Open’s last 32.
US Army defends cemetery employee in ‘unfortunate’ Trump campaign incident
The military, which rarely comments on political matters, said the staff member who was pushed aside was being unfairly attacked.
Opinion
US Votes 2024
Harris is off to a Deep South Republican stronghold. So am I
Until Trump narrowly lost Georgia in 2020, it had been one of the safest Republican strongholds in the US.
Farrah Tomazin
North America correspondent
They’re popular among fit men. Are testosterone boosters safe?
Many healthy middle-aged men also see testosterone boosters as an anti-ageing strategy to restore their lean muscle, strength, sex drive and energy. They come with risks.
Did free swim seekers cause the sudden closure of Bondi Icebergs’ 17-year-old cafe?
The popular poolside eatery has closed after swelling numbers created workplace issues, says one stakeholder.
Opinion
Air travel
I got a return Europe flight with ‘Asia’s worst airline’ for $1200
The online reviews of this Chinese airline were scathing, the menu featured a mystery fish dish, but the seats were bigger than on Qantas.
Natasha Bazika
Travel writer
Opinion
Dating
I’m a lapsed maneater and a born-again virgin. Here are my rules of dating
Oh, the irony isn’t lost on me: once viewed as too experienced, I’m now clueless about modern dating!
Debbie Hooper
Writer
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PARIS PARALYMPICS 2024
People, bags, dogs, cats – the train ride that saved Artem’s life
Ukraine’s Artem Kolinko opens up ahead of his Paralympics debut on a terrifying long-haul train ride that might have saved his life.
A tricky ceremony for Aussie flag-bearer as Paralympics begin
With less than 12 hours before he was due to hit the pool, Brenden Hall valiantly fulfilled his role as an Australian flag-bearer in the parade along the Champs-Elysees.
Sydney
Thirteen women come forward with claims about Robert Ovadia, court told
The veteran crime reporter has taken his former employer, Network Seven, to the Federal Court, alleging he was unlawfully dismissed.
Luxury cars targeted in inner Sydney graffiti spree
After multiple incidents in the inner west and inner east, police have launched a strike force to investigate the vandalism.
Rare orca pod spotted off Sydney’s northern beaches
The orcas, who were hunting humpback whales, haven’t been spotted in Sydney waters for more than five years.
A grandmother was last seen at an ATM. Her body was found 800km away
Mystery surrounds the death of a grandmother who was found half-buried at a popular NSW beach.
Top Sydney unis are the biggest targets of the student cap. It will cost the state billions
UNSW and Sydney University will be forced to slash their international enrolments by more than 40 per cent. This is how we got here and what it means.
NRL 2024
Opinion
A quarter of a century after their last game, Balmain boys still cry
It’s been 25 years to the day since Balmain played their last match. None of us wanted to hear that final whistle.
Craig Dodson
Balmain Tigers tragic
‘Just a cork’: Papenhuyzen injured as depleted Storm corralled by Cowboys
Melbourne’s livewire fullback hobbled off the field in the first half of a match that kept North Queensland on track for a home final.
Politics
CBA is taking down 50 fake websites a week. The boss wants tougher rules
As he defended the bank’s $9.8 billion profit before a parliamentary inquiry, Matt Comyn also called for an overhaul of the tax system.
Business
Qantas boss warns of higher international fares
Vanessa Hudson says the government’s “same job, same pay” legislation poses a threat to the airline’s international arm
World
Woman who wrote book about grief after husband’s death to be tried for his murder
The court heard it was children’s book author Kouri Richins’ second attempt to kill her husband, after she allegedly spiked his sandwich on Valentine’s Day 2022.
Opinion
Why Tim Walz would be the perfect coach for Team Albo
Nick Bryant
Journalist and author
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Property
Suburbs where families can’t afford to pay the mortgage, and can’t afford not to
Most home owners have managed to keep up with 13 interest rate rises, but in some areas at least one in 50 borrowers are behind.
Seven of the best luxury homes for sale right now
From a near-new home that takes its cues from mid-century style, to an 1880s villa with a bluestone facade, we’ve rounded up our top picks.
Good Food
Lifestyle
‘Designed to destroy your life’: Markus Zusak on the magic of mongrels
There are times when a hound with boundless enthusiasm can really test your limits – but let’s face it, perfect dogs are boring.
Opinion
Phones
I’m hearing the call, it’s time to switch back to landline phones
Simon Taylor
Comedian and author
Culture
Chappell Roan wants her superfans to give her space. Is that fair?
Fans are the foundation of a star’s career, but does that mean they’re owed anything beyond the art?
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NRL 2024
‘We’ve lost faith in them’: Balmain consider shock exit from Wests Tigers merger
Balmain directors want to table a proposal that could force the NRL to choose between the Balmain Tigers and Wests Magpies, as tensions rise at the joint venture.
Opinion
AFL 2024
‘I’m not well’: Kevin Sheedy is sick but still passionate about the Giants, Swans … and Folau
Folau declared last week that he only signed with the GWS Giants for the money – but the legendary coach holds no grudges.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
Irankunda cleared for Socceroos after injury scare at Bayern Munich training
Graham Arnold was given a fright when Australia’s most exciting young player left the training pitch in a golf cart on Wednesday.
‘Just a cork’: Papenhuyzen injured as depleted Storm corralled by Cowboys
Melbourne’s livewire fullback hobbled off the field in the first half of a match that kept North Queensland on track for a home final.
The footage you didn’t see of Haumole’s Leichhardt anger
He vowed to be better after landing in trouble at Origin III – but Haumole Olakau’atu struggled to contain his frustrations again last Thursday.
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World Boxing
Police charge Zerafa’a brother with assault on wild Tszyu fight night
On a wild boxing night, the punch everyone is talking about - and has led to police charges - involved someone not on the official fight card.
Opinion
NRL 2024
A quarter of a century after their last game, Balmain boys still cry
It’s been 25 years to the day since Balmain played their last match. None of us wanted to hear that final whistle.
Craig Dodson
Balmain Tigers tragic
Have Your Say
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
