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Education
The map that reveals Sydney’s flight from public primary schools
Public primary schools have more than 20,000 fewer enrolments than five years ago. It’s not all because of a switch to private schools.
The next Sydney sites in line for more housing revealed
About 1100 new homes will be delivered across surplus public land in Sydney and Newcastle as part of the Labor government’s land audit.
Banks weigh on ASX ahead of interest rate decision
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Crime
Marrickville stabbing victim identified as popular rugby league player
A manhunt is under way after a man was killed on bustling Marrickville Road by a person believed to be known to him.
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Naked City
John Silvester on the Easey Street secret he kept
The crime columnist unpacks the major breakthrough in the notorious Easey Street cold case – and takes us behind the scenes of the long police operation that led to it.
Opinion
AI
The change that could turn an AI pioneer into a $22 trillion monster
Some of the world’s biggest technology investors have lined up to bet on OpenAI. They will be banking on a big return.
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
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Israeli-Palestinian conflict
US sends troops to Middle East after Israeli strikes in Lebanon kill hundreds
Israeli forces struck multiple Hezbollah targets inside Lebanon killing 492 people, including 35 children and 58 women, and wounding another 1645.
Polling
US Votes 2024
Harris v Trump: What deadlocked poll reveals about race for the White House
In late July and August, Kamala Harris made steady gains. Those gains seem to have slowed, suggesting she’s mostly consolidated her potential support.
Australian woman arrested in Turkey on terror charges
The woman was detained on terror charges amid accusations she supported a Kurdish nationalist group.
Analysis
Formula 1
Ricciardo’s big mistake in F1 and why he never made it to the top
He was the master of the big, bold overtake, but there was one issue that stopped the Australian from being world champion.
Gary Anderson
Opinion
Australian soccer
Socceroos players may be anxious about Popovic, and that’s a good thing
It is fascinating that Football Australia has opted to swing back towards an authoritarian managerial approach more like that of Ange Postecoglou.
Emma Kemp
Sports reporter
Swans and Lions fans fork out double for grand final airfares
Sydney and Brisbane-based fans are coughing up as much as $1800 for a return trip to Melbourne for the first all-interstate final since 2006.
Opinion
Supermarkets
Coles and Woolies owe me $11,250,000. Here’s how they can pay me back
Since I don’t have the staying power for the ACCC’s upcoming federal court battle with you, here’s what we’re going to do.
Michelle Cazzulino
Writer
He designed the iPhone before quitting Apple. Now he is building an empire of his own
Five years ago, Jony Ive rocked the tech world when he walked away from his job designing the iPhone and pretty much disappeared.
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Sydney Festival
New Sydney Festival director wants us on the edge of our seats
Canadian-born Kris Nelson’s first festival will be in 2026, the 50th anniversary of the event.
Opinion
Tripologist
This loyalty scheme costs hundreds to join, but could save you even more
One of the world’s biggest hotel groups has a loyalty scheme that costs up to $349 to join. Is it worth the money?
Michael Gebicki
The Tripologist
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Literature
The perfect man does exist, says Dolly Alderton. He’s just a bit hard to find
The rock-star author reckons she now knows what Millennial women want … just don’t call her “the voice of her generation”.
This creamy tarragon chicken from Julia Busuttil Nishimura is a go-to retro classic
Plus a chargrilled marinated lamb leg with romesco and a King George whiting dish with braised peas from the Melbourne cook and recipe writer.
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China relations
Was Biden’s ‘hot mic’ China warning OTT? New footage of this mid-air bullying suggests not
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
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NRL 2024
Opinion
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
Chief Sports Writer
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.
Sydney
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.
‘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.
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Courts
Revealed: Salim Mehajer serving secret seven-year jail sentence
The disgraced former deputy mayor’s lengthy imprisonment can be revealed after he admitted to other crimes.
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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Scams
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.
Politics
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Nuclear energy
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.
Business
‘A science project’: Billionaire executive unloads on Microsoft’s AI chatbot
One of the world’s leading technology executives says rival Microsoft’s Copilot is “the next Clippy” and can’t be trusted in the workplace.
World
Trump’s would-be assassin promised prize for anyone who could ‘finish the job’
Prosecutors allege Ryan Routh left a chilling handwritten letter addressed to “The World”, confirming the attempt on the ex-president’s life.
Opinion
I’m 82. Sydney’s domestic airport seems to hate me
Anne Ring
Freelance writer
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Property
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.
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Title Deeds
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.
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Lifestyle
Brownlow 2024: All the looks from the red carpet
The best images on the AFL’s night of nights.
Culture
Tony Armstrong to leave ABC News Breakfast
The popular sports presenter has told News Breakfast viewers that he will be leaving the show.
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Australian soccer
Socceroos players may be anxious about Popovic, and that’s a good thing
It is fascinating that Football Australia has opted to swing heavily back towards an authoritarian managerial approach more like that of Ange Postecoglou.
Emma Kemp
Sports reporter
‘Get back healthy’: Coach to call on Kerr before Matildas’ return to Brisbane
Coach Tom Sermanni has revealed he will seek out Sam Kerr this week, who will be touch-and-go to return from injury in time for matches in Australia.
Analysis
Formula 1
Daniel Ricciardo’s big mistake in F1 and why he never made it to the top
He was the master of the big, bold overtake, but there was one issue the stopped the Australian from being world champion.
Gary Anderson
Opinion
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
Chief Sports Writer
‘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’s women cricket captain fined for blackface
Heather Knight apologises for attending a sport stars themed fancy dress party with her face blackened.
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.
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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.
