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Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Israel kills top Hezbollah figure in Beirut airstrike
The Israeli military said it had conducted a “targeted strike” in Lebanon’s capital that has killed nine people and wounded 59 so far.
Every visa sent to ASIO: Home Affairs advice challenges Dutton claim
Confidential documents reveal that Palestinians leaving Gaza went through eight stages of identity verification, challenging Coalition attacks against the government.
Exclusive
Lebanon
Ex-Mossad and CIA agents astounded at sophistication of pager attack
But some “think we are closer to a regional war than we have been at any time in the last 11 months”.
Metro conversion back on track after breakthrough in negotiations
The Minns government has agreed to additional staffing levels on Southwest Metro, ending a standoff with the rail union over the project.
Exclusive
Investigations
How much money the Exclusive Brethren’s ‘ecosystem’ makes
Recently released financial records show how cash circulates around the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church and its Sydney-based “royal family”.
ABC failed to act on legal notice about Russell audio issues
ABC has commissioned a review into a story published in 2022 about former commando Heston Russell with incorrect audio.
Sydney 14.11 (95) Port Adelaide 8.11 (59)
AFL 2024
Sydney Swans bury Port hoodoo to charge into another grand final
Three goals each from Joel Amartey and Tom Papley helped to ease the Swans to the last week in September in a game they never looked in danger of losing.
Analysis
Sydney Swans
Two down, one to go: Redemption tour continues. Next stop, the MCG
Sydney’s redemption tour began when they ended their 3-0 finals hoodoo against GWS. Now they’ve vanquished their 8-0 Port Adelaide demons.
Analysis
Wallabies
Gregan appearance reminds Wallabies of life before the revolving door
Interested in a job share? Have you considered becoming a Wallabies halfback?
Cronulla 26 North Queensland 18
NRL 2024
Sharks set for showdown with Panthers after beating Cowboys
The Sharks will play the Panthers in an NRL preliminary final next week after beating the Cowboys 26-18 at Allianz Stadium
Analysis
Australia
Hynes used to run the circus, but the main stage is Trindall’s now
Nicho Hynes wears the No.7, but after Cronulla broke their finals hoodoo, there’s no doubt who runs the show in the Shire.
Analysis
Australian soccer
Arnold is a Socceroos legend, but he should have left two years ago
Few have given more to the cause of Australian soccer than Graham Arnold has, or for as long as he has.
Harris meets Oprah to ‘Unite for America’ as Trump vows another Muslim ban
The presidential candidates’ campaigns couldn’t be more different.
Succession with fish? Billionaire Island is much more than that
With its Shakespearean family battles and themes of sustainability and corporate responsibility, the Netflix series is a compelling drama about Norway’s salmon industry
In Shaun Micallef’s Origin Odyssey, comics go back where they came from
The series has a serious intent, journeying to the ancestral homelands of Australian comedians, but the presenters can’t help being funny
Exclusive
Fashion designers
The Aje of affordability: Luxury label lowers prices for Gen Z
A collection targeted at young customers has Aje expanding its universe and putting rumours to rest.
This pint-sized Chippendale terrace is as edgy, exciting and brave as a Kubrick film
In transforming it, the architect threw caution to the wind and let inspiration bubble to the surface. The result is simply brilliant.
Sally Rooney’s new book is out in days. So, is it any good?
Like her previous novels, Intermezzo is a very straight, very white, very middle-class and unproductively hyped love story. But something’s different this time.
WEEKEND READS
Two of Us
When Dean was locked up, he told Felicia to move on with her life
Miner Dean told his then fiancée, a former Miss Australia winner, not to wait for him when he was sent to jail for drug trafficking. Thankfully, she ignored him.
Dicey Topics
Musician Michael Franti on ‘middle-escence’ – what hits when the kids leave
The American singer-songwriter discusses the state of the US, losing his biological father and what his wife said when they first met.
Sydney
‘Significant impact on patients’: NSW nurses to strike for 24 hours
The state’s health system will be brought to a standstill for the second time this month after nurses voted to return to the picket line.
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Fire
Fire engulfs industrial complex in south-west Sydney
More than 25 firetrucks and 100 firefighters worked to control the blaze that badly damaged several businesses.
‘A Labor Party hit job’: Fury at move to outlaw private companies running council elections
Chris Minns says he’s inclined to ban private election companies. One mayor says he’s trying to deflect from Labor’s poor showing with voters.
The $15 million roundabout that ended a popular local brewery
The craft brewer is closing down after losing almost $1 million in trade during roadworks after failing to secure compensation from the state government.
This woman helped police bring the first coercive control charge
As Federal Circuit and Family Court director, Hayley Foster’s job is to make people “uncomfortable” as she helps the court respond to family violence cases.
NRL 2024
Analysis
Backline blitz or old-fashioned bash-up? The styles and fights of a finals classic
Two of the best attacks in the game go head to head in a clash of rugby league’s greatest attributes – pace and power.
Analysis
The NRL intellectuals: Rugby league’s intrepid thinkers to square off
From sweat lodges and energy analysis to fashion gurus and Harvard University, Trent Robinson and Anthony Seibold are two of the most creative coaching minds in the game.
Politics
Exclusive
Russia-Ukraine war
Australia has mothballed a $550m tank fleet. Ukraine would like a word
Bought for $550 million in 2004, the 59 tanks weigh 63 tonnes each and are equipped with cannons and machine guns.
Business
Opinion
Murdoch family case
Anna Murdoch told me succession would bring heartbreak. How right she was
I interviewed Anna Murdoch after her marriage to Rupert ended. Now, 23 years later, her fears about succession tearing the family apart look remarkably prescient.
David Leser
Senior freelance writer
World
Beer lovers to be protected by metal detectors at Oktoberfest
In addition to some 600 police officers and 2000 security staff, more than 50 cameras will be installed across the grounds of the festival to avoid stabbings.
Opinion
This is the key to happiness and economic prosperity
Millie Muroi
Economics Writer
Why this is the housing fight Albanese had to have
David Crowe
Chief political correspondent
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Property
The risky loan type on the rise as homeowners try to stay afloat
After years of high-interest rates and inflation, struggling homeowners are taking this hardship measure in the hopes of riding out the storm.
Landlords could lose negative gearing perks in new plan
The pathway could improve the standard of rentals and increase the value for money the government gets from housing tax concessions.
Good Food
Lifestyle
‘Not inappropriate’: Why adults with dementia are often shamed for sex
Baby Boomers are set to dominate aged care in the next decade. As the generation of free love, their expectations around sex means providers need to change.
Culture
Enjoy nightclubs? Try this monumental new art installation
On first encounter, the installation feels like Stonehenge meets 2001: A Space Odyssey.
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Analysis
NRL 2024
Nicho Hynes used to run the circus, but the main stage is all Braydon Trindall’s now
Nicho Hynes wears the No.7, but after Cronulla broke their finals hoodoo, there’s no doubt who runs the show in the Shire.
Analysis
AFL 2024
Two down, one to go: Swans’ redemption tour continues. Next stop, the MCG
It began when they ended their 3-0 finals hoodoo against GWS a fortnight ago. Now they have vanquished their 8-0 Port Adelaide demons.
Cronulla 26 North Queensland 18
NRL 2024
Sharks snap finals losing streak with victory over the Cowboys
The Braydon Trindall-inspired Sharks have won their first finals match since 2018 to set up a preliminary final showdown against Penrith.
Sydney 14.11 (95) Port Adelaide 8.11 (59)
AFL 2024
Swans bury Port hoodoo to charge into another grand final
The Sydney Swans will face either Geelong or Brisbane in the grand final next Saturday.
Analysis
NRL 2024
Backline blitz or old-fashioned bash-up? The styles and fights of a finals classic
Two of the best attacks in the game go head to head in a clash of rugby league’s greatest attributes – pace and power.
Analysis
Wallabies
Gregan appearance reminds Wallabies of life before the revolving door
Interested in a job share? Have you considered becoming a Wallabies halfback?
Analysis
Australian soccer
Arnold is a Socceroos legend, but he should have left two years ago
Few have given more to the cause of Australian soccer than Graham Arnold has, or for as long as he has.
Have Your Say
The NRL intellectuals: Rugby league’s intrepid thinkers to square-off
From sweat lodges and energy analysis to fashion gurus and Harvard University, Trent Robinson and Anthony Seibold are two of the most creative coaching minds in the game.
