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Man stabbed to death in Sydney’s inner west, chaos erupts on street

A man was fatally stabbed on Marrickville Road in Marrickville.

The loved ones of a man who was stabbed to death on a busy road struggled with police after they tried to enter the crime scene in Marrickville.

Israel launches airstrikes on Hezbollah, killing hundreds

Israel is shifting its focus to the northern frontier, where Hezbollah has been firing rockets in support of Hamas.

Sydney’s grand ferries’ use-by date is set as fleet goes electric

The major plans to electrify the state-owned ferry fleet also have consequences for the vessels synonymous with Sydney.

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Tony Armstrong to leave ABC News Breakfast

Tony Armstrong to leave ABC News Breakfast

The popular sports presenter has told News Breakfast viewers that he will be leaving the show. 

Australian woman detained in Turkey over alleged terror links

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Opposition Leader Peter Dutton and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese are at odds over the country’s energy future.

Coalition pushes gas as nuclear stopgap, PM says Dutton won’t ‘come clean’

Australia’s use of gas will be an election flashpoint as the Coalition pledges to keep more for local use to fuel the party’s nuclear ambitions.

Was Biden’s ‘hot mic’ China warning OTT? New footage of this mid-air bullying suggests not

The Australian government speaks reassuringly of a “stabilised” relationship with Beijing. China’s national broadcaster portrays a very different state of affairs.

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Peter Hartcher

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Trump’s would-be assassin promised prize for anyone who could ‘finish the job’

Ryan Routh, a suspect in the apparent assassination attempt of Republican presidential nominee and former President Donald Trump, in Ukraine in April.

Prosecutors allege Ryan Routh left a chilling handwritten letter addressed to “The World”, confirming the attempt on the ex-president’s life.

‘Blindsided’: Sydney University vice chancellor resists calls for resignation

Internal documents obtained by the Herald reveal he was “blindsided” by the Jewish community’s reaction to a deal to shut down the pro-Palestinian encampment.

The secrets kept from those within the nerve centre fighting COVID

The secrets kept from those within the nerve centre fighting COVID

As state and federal governments fought for control of borders and information, some of the most vulnerable were left at risk.

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What accused double killer told friends when he left Australia

What accused double killer told friends when he left Australia

When he moved to Greece in 2017, it was for compassionate reasons, leaving friends baffled about how he could now be accused of a brutal double murder.

Jacinta Price is right for The Australian’s 60th birthday

The newspaper was prepared to fork out expenses to ensure its star guest would attend the festivities in Sydney.

‘Delusional, ill-informed’: V’landys’ AFL grand final week take down

ARL Commission chairman Peter V’landys has mocked commentary around the AFL’s invasion into rugby league heartland.

Less than a week out from the AFL grand final, Peter V’landys has responded to suggestions rugby league would soon lose its grip as the No.1 sport in NSW.

England’s women cricket captain fined for blackface

England captain Heather Knight finished day two unbeaten on 127.

Heather Knight apologises for attending a sport stars themed fancy dress party with her face blackened.

The play that proved Luke Keary is running the Roosters again

In his final days in the red, white and blue, and with Sam Walker sidelined, the veteran half has emerged as their most important player.

Andrew Webster
Andrew Webster

Chief Sports Writer

Yes, sport is our art. But Penrith’s cultural impact goes beyond the Panthers

Yes, sport is our art. But Penrith’s cultural impact goes beyond the Panthers

We were also used as a post-apocalyptic setting in the Mad Max reboot!

No avo toast? No bacon and egg rolls? This nostalgic inner west cafe proves it can be done

No avo toast? No bacon and egg rolls? This nostalgic inner west cafe proves it can be done

Don’t expect textbook brunch dishes at Superfreak. The menu is filled with nutrition-driven dishes and drinks that “are healthy, but not Bondi healthy”.

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Tough Chook: Roosters enforcer Victor Radley.

Tough as nails and just as mad: the Radley trait which Roosters value most

Two club legends – along with “vitamins and Guinness” – have fast-tracked the Roosters enforcer’s return from what was feared a season-ending injury.

Manly’s Tolu Koula on the ground concussed after the kick-off.
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After the Koula concussion, the NRL’s cookie-cutter kick-offs need to change

The Manly centre was knocked out seconds into a must-win semi-final trying to tackle a man 20kg heavier. It’s time coaches think about their approach to the kick-off.

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Adam Pengilly

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Sydney

parking fines

This Sydney council issued 92 paper parking tickets last year. It still made $9.5m

NSW’s local councils aren’t thrilled by the state government’s determination to bring back paper tickets.

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Mark dreamt of a duplex to share with his mum. A $200,000 scam forced him into a shed

Mark dreamt of a duplex to share with his mum. A $200,000 scam forced him into a shed

The mother and son were robbed of their life savings by a man purporting to be an AMP employee as part of a $1 million comparison site swindle.

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The next pandemic is inevitable. Australia isn’t ready

NSW is less prepared for a pandemic than before the outbreak of COVID-19.

NSW is less prepared to fight a pandemic today than before COVID-19, top infectious disease and public health veterans warn.

Revealed: How the new metro line has shaken up Sydney’s commutes

Commuters pass though the new Victoria Cross metro station.

New figures show the M1 line is taking pressure off heavy rail stations, which have had falls of up to 40 per cent in commuters filing through their gates.

Sam Mostyn beats Margaret Beazley in The Block: Vice-regal edition

Cheers to that: King Charles and Queen Camilla will seize “opportunities” to meet and greet Australians, but not to “walkabout”.

As soon as news first surfaced of a possible royal visit in October, the jockeying began. And it was not confined to the racetrack.

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Family splash $9.3m on one of only two houses for sale in Greenwich

Five parties registered to bid on the five-bedroom house to get into the tightly held neighbourhood, which proved harder this spring than usual.

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

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Luke Keary fronts the media on Monday.
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NRL 2024

The play that proved Keary is running the Roosters again

In his final days in the red, white and blue, and with halfback Sam Walker sidelined, the veteran half has emerged as their most important player.

Andrew Webster
Andrew Webster

Chief Sports Writer

‘Delusional, ill-informed’: V’landys’ AFL grand final week take down

‘Delusional, ill-informed’: V’landys’ AFL grand final week take down

Less than a week out from the AFL grand final, Peter V’landys has responded to suggestions rugby league would soon lose its grip as the No.1 sport in NSW.

England captain Heather Knight finished day two unbeaten on 127.

England’s women cricket captain fined for blackface

Heather Knight apologises for attending a sport stars themed fancy dress party with her face blackened.

Tough Chook: Roosters enforcer Victor Radley.

Tough as nails and just as mad, but this Radley trait is the one Roosters value most

Two club legends  have fast-tracked the Roosters enforcer’s return from what was feared a season-ending injury.

Tony Popovic

‘No one is entitled to that shirt’: How Popovic plans to make Socceroos great again

Three days after Graham Arnold’s shock exit was publicised, his replacement has been unveiled - and has vowed to restore the fading pride in the Australian jersey.

Asley Klein

Let’s put the whistle away and play: Cleary, Luai applaud finals referees

Their preliminary finals opponents played in a frenetic match last week that featured just four penalties. The Panthers loved it – and want it to continue until the grand final.

Chad Warner has established himself as one of the game’s elite talents this year

Warner brothers: Swan tips younger siblings to be future AFL stars

Forget the acclaimed Sydney Swans academy – the Warner family back garden in Perth is poised to become one of the biggest producers of AFL talent in the game.

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