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George Alex’s boast: I’m untouchable because CFMEU ‘need money’

George Alex was this month convicted of tax fraud and money laundering.

Organised crime boss George Alex boasted the CFMEU deemed his firms “untouchable” on building sites because union officials needed their “kickers”, according to police surveillance.

The numbers that show PM’s big problem – and Dutton’s bigger challenge

Peter Dutton and Anthony Albanese.

Anthony Albanese has continued to lose ground in Australia’s two biggest states, but exclusive polling analysis reveals the Coalition’s monumental challenge.

Biden caught warning PM in ‘hot mic’ moment

The president’s comments to Quad leaders are likely to raise eyebrows in China, which has been at odds with the US over everything from trade to spy balloons.

Motor racing legend Peter Brock.

Misinformation falsely linked motor racing legend to murder probe

Unfounded tip-offs wasted police time, wrongly pointing the finger at dozens of men in the Easey Street case, including late motor racing legend Peter Brock.

At least four dead, dozens injured in US mass shooting

Police at the scene of a mass shooting in Birmingham, Alabama.

Police are hunting for multiple shooters after dozens of people were shot in a popular nightlife district in Birmingham, Alabama.

Israel carries out largest recent attack on Lebanon as conflict spirals towards all-out war

The latest attack came after 100 rockets were fired into Israel from Lebanon early Sunday, with some landing near the northern city of Haifa.

Coffee at 3am? The plan to make NSW more convenient for shift workers

City Extra at Circular Quay is one of Sydney’s late-night diners.

Sydney’s ‘night mayor’ has been focused on reviving the city’s nightlife. Now he is shifting his attention to the state’s growing 24-hour workforce.

‘Not just imagining it’: After a series of rent rises, these students came up with a solution

Western Sydney University architecture student Amanda Eessa

The hunt is on for new ideas for low- to mid-rise housing in NSW, and these young architects and students know what they want for the future.

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I didn’t even care about winning - until we made the grand final

After a 30-year break, all I cared about was being back on the court. Then I found myself wanting to claim victory more than anything.

Carolyn Webb
Carolyn Webb

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Donald Trump dances after speaking at a campaign rally at Wilmington International Airport.

The porn scandal and the ‘Black Nazi’ Trump says is ‘better than Martin Luther King’

The Mark Robinson porn site scandal has come at a perfect time for Kamala Harris and the Democrats.

Tony Diver

Family game night made me realise I have more in common with the Royal Family than I thought

Kensington Palace released a video featuring Prince William, Princess Catherine and their children enjoying idyllic family activities, including playing cards with their grandparents.

The truth is, we all know a family like the Middletons. But not only do I know one of these families – I am in one.

Las Vegas with kids? How to turn a visit to Sin City into a family hit

It’s generally seen as an adult playground, but step beyond the resorts and showgirls, and Nevada’s neon city can be a hit for children, too.

‘I feel like my teens were cut short’: Nadine Garner

“Your father becomes the mark of what a man should be. So in some ways, I’ve expected this intellectual element in all my relationships.”

The 53-year-old actor shares the one topic she always discusses with her father, which cast member became her first love, and why she loves that her current partner doesn’t work in the arts.

Never Mind the Buzzcocks rebooted still searching for its groove

After a nine-year hiatus, the rambunctious British music panel has been revived with a mix of fresh and familiar faces.

‘People seem to relate to this chunky guy’: Why this huge baby penguin is going viral

‘People seem to relate to this chunky guy’: Why this huge baby penguin is going viral

Weighing more than his parents combined, the rotund, waddling nine-month-old king penguin has gone viral, drawing crowds to the Melbourne Aquarium.

Jeff Guan.

‘It’s devastating’: Golfing prodigy awaits further eye surgery after freak accident

The young Australian, who some consider is the country’s best prospect since Cameron Smith, is fighting to save his career after being hit in the face by a ball.

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Retinol’s antioxidant properties also help protect skin against damage caused by exposure to the sun and ultraviolet light.

It’s the wonder anti-ageing skincare ingredient, but how do you know what to buy?

Vitamin A is known for its claims to fight acne, dark spots, fine lines and dullness.

Gillian Anderson asked women to share their sexual fantasies. The results shocked her

Gillian Anderson asked women to share their sexual fantasies. The results shocked her

Many of those who wrote to the actor and author celebrated their sexual power. But just as many expressed feeling shame and guilt in seeking sexual comfort and satisfaction.

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The bushfire behind a retirement home in Cromer Heights, on Sydney’s northern beaches.
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‘We are way behind’: Race against time to reduce fire risk in Sydney suburbs

Sydney’s northern beaches are having another smoky day as firefighters battle to keep a wild hazard reduction burn under control.

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The unassuming Glebe terrace which was an ‘oasis’ for thousands

Elsie Women’s Refuge in Glebe.

Australia’s first women’s refuge has been added to the state heritage register.

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The reason Sydney has more cars, less traffic

Professor David Hensher said the number of people who commute after the  pandemic could drop by 10 per cent.

Many congested roads have less peak hour traffic than five years ago, despite record car and driver registrations and millions fewer public transport trips.

Teachers must monitor students for signs of cyberbullying

President of the NSW Secondary Principals’ Council Denise Lofts.

It will be mandatory for schools to outline strategies for teachers to identify, prevent and respond to bullying – including cyberbullying outside the classroom.

Sydney Uni to review system as Jewish students call on Scott to resign

The pro-Palestinian encampment at the University of Sydney.

The university says an external review will look at how its handles complaints after vice chancellor Mark Scott admitted he had failed to protect Jewish students.

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NRL 2024

Isaah Yeo will break the record for the most games played by a Panther in their preliminary final clash with Cronulla.

Why a Penrith great couldn’t be happier Isaah Yeo is set to make him a ‘forgotten man’

Yeo will rewrite the Panthers’ record books next Saturday when he leads his side into battle for a spot in the grand final.

Victor Radley and the Roosters celebrate a try.
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The Roosters are the NRL’s version of The Last Dance. And it isn’t over yet

The Roosters will lose some of their biggest names at the end of the season. If they can go out with a premiership, after the injuries they have suffered, it will be a remarkable achievement.

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Coogee’s landmark Roslyn mansion is set for a redo after it sold for about $10.4 million.
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Cafe queen pays $10.4 million for Coogee mansion she fell in love with

Theresa Moussa’s The Grounds has been a top drawcard to Alexandria and she’s taking her expertise in recreating local landmarks to a new project.

The Sirius brutalist landmark has gone from most famous social housing block to home to a who’s who of elites.
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The elites who have bought into the landmark former public housing block

Sydney’s former social housing block Sirius is set to be home to a slew of regular names from Title Deeds columns past.

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Angus Crichton hits the bag at Roosters training.

‘You’ve got to be violent’: The brutal training bash-up that saved the Roosters

After the defeat to Penrith, Jared Waerea-Hargreaves decided enough was enough. As they ripped into each other on the training paddock, Roosters players thought, “What are we doing?”

Jeff Guan.

‘It’s devastating’: Golfing prodigy awaits further eye surgery after freak accident

The young Australian, who some consider is the country’s best prospect since Cameron Smith, is fighting to save his career after being hit in the face by a ball.

Trainer Joseph Pride returns from a holiday in Japan after winning The Everest with Think About It in October.

The Everest to finally gain group 1 status

Australia’s richest horse race is poised to gain racing’s top classification, along with four other Sydney spring races, in a major victory for Racing NSW chief Peter V’landys.

Matt Faessler

Why did it take the Wallabies an hour to wake up?

The All Blacks have some major issues, but Australia’s poor start meant they couldn’t take advantage.

Paul Cully
Paul Cully

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Isaac Heeney at training in Sydney on Sunday ahead of the grand final.

Best, not fairest: Why the Heeney ban exposes an outdated Brownlow

When one considers the roll call of players who’ve won Brownlows, “fairest” was not close to an accurate description of a number of those champions.

Jake Niall
Jake Niall

Chief football writer, The Age

Tony Popovic celebrates the Wanderers’ 2014 AFC Champions League win.

Tony Popovic set to be confirmed as new Socceroos coach

Less than three days after Graham Arnold’s decision to step down from the job was publicised, Football Australia has reached an agreement with the former Western Sydney Wanderers boss.

Luke Parker

‘I had faith’: From Friday nights in Frankston to another grand final for Luke Parker

This year has been the most challenging in Luke Parker’s stellar AFL career - but after his worst injury, his longest suspension and some big existential questions, the former Swans captain is back on the biggest stage.

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