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Madhuri chose her land, paid a deposit and planned her dream home. Now her block is being sold again

Madhuri Bakshi has paid her deposit and waited almost four years for her land to handed over.

More than 150 families bought into a north-western Sydney estate. Now they are heartbroken after a court ruled the land could be put back on the market.

IMF says Australia’s high interest rates are ‘essential’ – and may rise again

The “last mile” in Australia’s inflation battle is proving more drawn-out than expected, the IMF has found, raising the possibility of another rate rise.

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Night-vision footage shows Iran’s ballistic missile barrage raining down on Israel

Night-vision footage shows Iran’s ballistic missile barrage raining down on Israel

Israeli and Hezbollah troops clashed on the ground in Lebanon, as video emerged showing the barrage of ballistic missiles Iran fired into Israel this week. Follow our live coverage.

Israelis pose for pictures with downed Iranian missiles

Visitors were intrigued by the Iranian missile.

Curious onlookers came to look at the downed missiles, which crash-landed after being intercepted by Israel.

NSW premier ‘sceptical’ of plans for pro-Palestinian vigil on October 7

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The potential wonder drug, the ‘whistleblower’ scientist and the fateful Balmoral dinner

Professor Shaun Jackson has spent 30 years developing what could be a revolutionary stroke drug. But human trials have been derailed amid a Federal Court dispute.

As a Jewish academic, I have not experienced antisemitism at Sydney Uni

Creating a false panic around university antisemitism runs the risk of building genuine fear in my community. Forcing the vice chancellor to resign would set a dangerous precedent.

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PhD candidate

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A ‘plant-like’ structure in humans could block tumours

Australian scientists have discovered a previously unknown link between plants and humans which could help in the treatment of cancer.

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The Sydney man who has survived seven gunshot wounds in three separate attacks

One of the cars used in the 2023 attack

A man injured in two targeted attacks in the past four years has again lived to tell the tale after being shot multiple times on Wednesday night.

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ White Parties were A-list affairs. Was there more to them?

“I am The Great Gatsby.” Diddy at one of his infamous white parties.

Celebrities rubbed shoulders, dancers gyrated inside giant balloons, models lounged in bikinis. The hip hop mogul now in custody had a broad reach into worlds of music, movies, fashion and more.

New details of Trump’s bid to overturn election loss revealed

Much of the new filing focuses on Donald Trump’s dealings with then-vice president and running mate Mike Pence, who was pressured to overturn the 2020 election result.

Herbie Farnworth and Lily Pickles’ Dally M red carpet appearance had fans non-stop talking about… Bunnings?

Why is everyone suddenly falling to their knees at Bunnings?

A Dally M red carpet appearance had fans non-stop talking about … Bunnings? Let’s unpack this baffling response.

Road to greatness: Hughes finds home, Dally M Medal and a starring role

Settled down south … Jahrome Hughes.

Initially not seen as a halfback, the Melbourne Storm’s No.7 has made the position his own with one of the most dominant seasons in the NRL.

Inside the new economy class ‘zone’ on Qantas ultra long-haul flights

Australians know long-haul travel, but with no stopover, on a 20-hour plus flight, the onboard experience will be more important than ever.

From cut-price margaritas to mini tasting menus: 10 of Sydney’s best-value dining deals

Mini Core-teaser at The Bar at Oncore by Clare Smyth.

A three-hatted restaurant experience for less, $10 yum cha and more dining specials that give you more bang for your buck this month.

‘Every wrinkle is celebrated’: The women using age to their career advantage

‘Every wrinkle is celebrated’: The women using age to their career advantage

Returning to work after taking years – or even decades – away? For some women, the benefits far outweigh the challenges.

Trust me, Nicolas Cage deserved to win an Oscar for this movie

Nameless and voiceless, his physical charisma does all the talking.

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Nelson Asofa-Solomona’s tackle on Lindsay Collins.
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The case for changing kick-offs in the NRL is open and shut

More concussions suffered from kick-offs show that the game must change the rules, and quickly.

Peter FitzSimons
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The helping hands that make Penrith and Melbourne NRL powerhouses.

Why Storm assistant coach Aaron Bellamy is yin to his fiery father’s yang

If it takes a village to raise a child, then it takes a small army to lift an NRL team to a grand final. Craig Bellamy’s son is just one of those unsung soldiers.

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The Pemulwuy ferry is tied up at the Balmain shipyard on Wednesday after suffering a steering failure.

Sydney ferry suffers steering failure, veers off course in Sydney Harbour

In the most serious incident, a steering failure suddenly sent an Emerald-class ferry hard to starboard near Shark Island.

Billionaire’s soured relationship with wellness guru revealed

Linda Rogan, Richard White and White’s girlfriend, Zena Nasser.

One of Australia’s richest men is at the centre of a court feud with a former Real Housewives of Sydney contender after their relationship fell apart.

Cameron once ate 18 democracy sausages in one day. Now he’s won an election

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‘High prospect of conflict’: Rally ban gains support as woman arrested

The 19-year-old woman presented herself to Kogarah Police Station in Sydney.

Police in NSW have “no alternative” other than to challenge two pro-Palestine protests scheduled for the long weekend, the premier said.

Sydney woman’s terrifying ordeal as buildings crumble

Sydney woman’s terrifying ordeal as buildings crumble

Manal tries to keep the horror from her children, but her face betrays the truth.

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Jahrome Hughes

Road to greatness: Hughes finds home, Dally M Medal and a starring role

Initially not seen as a halfback, the Melbourne Storm’s No.7 has made the position his own with one of the most dominant seasons in the NRL.

Dally M Winners 2024.

Jahrome Hughes and Olivia Kernick win Dally M medals

The Melbourne Storm’s Jahrome Hughes has won the NRL’s prestigious Dally M award, while Olivia Kernick, of the Roosters, claimed the women’s honour.

Nathan Cleary greets Panthers fans.

Cleary set to become all-time great, but even he can’t save Panthers

Despite the Nelson Asofa-Solomona suspension, Melbourne look primed to end Penrith’s remarkable run.

Andrew Johns
Andrew Johns

League columnist

Nelson Asofa-Solomona’s tackle on Lindsay Collins.

The case for changing kick-offs in the NRL is open and shut

More concussions suffered from kick-offs show that the game must change the rules, and quickly.

Peter FitzSimons
Peter FitzSimons

Columnist and author

The helping hands that make Penrith and Melbourne NRL powerhouses.

Why Storm assistant coach Aaron Bellamy is yin to his fiery father’s yang

If it takes a village to raise a child, then it takes a small army to lift an NRL team to a grand final. Craig Bellamy’s son is just one of those unsung soldiers.

Penrith Panthers players Izack Tago (left) and Luke Garner are among a group of stars to use the carnivore diet this year.

Carnivore cats: The all-meat diet powering Cleary and the Panthers

It has been promoted by controversial podcaster Joe Rogan – and now a group of Penrith players are using the carnivore diet to give them an edge chasing a fourth straight title.

LeBron James, left, and his son, Bronny James,

With son Bronny, LeBron James finds ‘pure joy’ as 22nd season dawns

He won’t let his son call him “Dad” on court, but LeBron and Bronny will attempt to make history as the first father-son combination to play together in the NBA.

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