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Paul Kent drank 21 schooners before alleged street brawl, court told
The man allegedly involved in an ugly street fight with the high-profile rugby league personality has appeared in court.
Warragamba spills, cars swallowed in floodwater after deluge
Some residents are on high alert after an overnight drenching, with Sydney’s largest dam spilling over into the already rising Hawkesbury-Nepean river system.
Police swoop after FriendlyJordies firebombing
YouTube creator FriendlyJordies’ Bondi home was targeted in an alleged arson attack. Now police have charged an alleged bikie over the blaze.
Treasurer reacts to airport incident involving Peter Costello
Jim Chalmers said the chairman of a major media organisation should know better, after Peter Costello appeared to knock over a reporter who was peppering him with questions.
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Interest rates
The RBA has squeezed us like a lemon, but it’s still not happy
Maybe the Reserve Bank needs to see more blood on the street before it will believe we’re getting inflation back under control. If so, we’re running a bigger risk of recession than the central bank cares to admit.
Ross Gittins
Economics Editor
NZ upset by Giles decision to replace ‘direction 99’ rule on deporting criminals
Immigration Minister Andrew Giles said the new direction would prioritise the “protection of the Australian community and common sense”.
‘This inspires more young girls to paint’: Portrait of Tim Winton wins Archibald Prize
Accepting the prize for her portrait of the author and environmental campaigner, Laura Jones said she was honoured to be “only the 12th woman to win the Archibald”.
Newlywed Rupert Murdoch cancels his first visit to Australia since 2018
Rupert Murdoch has cancelled his planned visit to celebrate the 60th anniversary of The Australian newspaper in July.
Michael Richards on Kramer, Seinfeld and the truth about being ‘cancelled’
In his revealing memoir, Michael Richards removes the Kramer mask and dissects the public unravelling that prompted his retreat from showbiz.
Opinion
Real life
My school reunion filled me with dread. Then something strange happened
What a spin-out, meeting women I’d last seen when we were girls living at home, trying to get our licences and get rid of virginity. Suddenly, we were not far off 60.
Kate Halfpenny
Regular columnist
Opinion
US election
What a conviction for Hunter Biden will mean for criminal, Donald Trump
After Donald Trump’s courtroom dramas, the trial of Joe Biden’s son Hunter will now taint the Democrat veteran’s run for re-election.
Bruce Wolpe
Senior fellow at the US Studies Centre and former political staffer
Large-scale search launched for missing doctor Michael Mosley
The well-known British journalist was last seen setting out on a coastal walk alone on the Greek island of Symi, police officials said.
The untold story of the day Ian Thorpe fell in the pool
It was declared the biggest story in sport since Phar Lap died. Two decades on, Ian Thorpe, Craig Stevens and others remember the most infamous false start in swimming history.
Injury puts Liam Martin in doubt for Origin II
The Panthers and Blues have suffered a blow with Liam Martin suffering a foot injury that will leave him racing the clock for game two.
He took 699 international wickets. An American tried to tell him how to bowl
Dale Steyn, who played across all three formats for 15 years before his 2019 retirement, was in New York when he decided to try his luck at a street cricket set-up.
‘Walked in and owned it’: What it’s like to sell a home to a billionaire media heir
Seeing Lachlan Murdoch in buying-mode is just one story Sydney’s auction king can tell.
Opinion
Ocean cruises
After 90 years, P&O cruises end in Australia with a whimper
For the millions of us who’ve enjoyed a holiday with P&O Cruises Australia, a special era comes to an ignoble end.
Brian Johnston
Travel writer
Billion-dollar brand Zimmermann joins the Brat Pack for its new look
The founder of Australia’s biggest global luxury fashion label reveals the eighties movies that inspired her latest collection.
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STATE OF ORIGIN
Opinion
Sack the half. Bring in the out-of-form star. Bag the coach. Just another day for the Blues
The criticism of the Blues has been predictable. Michael Maguire needs to hold his nerve when selecting his team for Origin II.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
Last-minute field goal delivers miracle Maroons win to keep the series alive
Lauren Brown nailed her field goal attempt in the dying moments of an arm-wrestle of a contest, to seal an 11-10 victory for the Maroons and take the series to a Game III decider.
Sydney
Rosehill Racecourse mini city a step closer
There are plans for a new mini city in Sydney’s west. But there are plenty of opponents to the proposal.
‘I like seeing you bend down’: Shocking levels of sexual harassment in retail sector
Rebecca Donaldson has been harassed by both customers and staff, something a new report says is shockingly common.
Exclusive
Cancer
When Scout was born with brain cancer, the key to fighting it was in her genes
Hundreds of children have had their tumours shrunk or eradicated completely in a world-first program giving hope to every child diagnosed with cancer in Australia.
Exclusive
HSC
The maps that expose the state’s great HSC divide
Experts warn that some students are becoming effectively “locked out” of tertiary study.
Flu-monia: The cocktail of coughs putting NSW hospitals on high alert
Emergency departments are braced for a punishing winter of respiratory illnesses as rising numbers of children are presenting to hospital.
SEE & DO
Ten great books to cosy up with this winter
The seasonal scene won’t be complete without a good read to warm the soul.
In detention, with no brush or oils, this Archibald finalist taught himself to paint
Mostafa Azimitabar was desperate for distraction while on Manus Island and denied art supplies, out of fears he would self-harm. So he used what he had.
Politics
Iran seeks extradition treaty with Australia, despite vast differences
Iran’s ambassador to Australia says Hamas should be viewed as a “resistance group” rather than a terrorist organisation.
Business
‘Roaring Kitty’ triggers $6.9 billion Wall Street frenzy with a YouTube post
Keith Gill, whose “Roaring Kitty” online moniker made him a folk hero for meme stock investors, has markets on edge again.
World
Steve Bannon, Donald Trump ally, ordered to report to prison
The decision means the right-wing media firebrand will likely be behind bars for a critical stretch of the presidential campaign.
Opinion
Greens are playing with red paint over Gaza. It could stain their hands
David Crowe
Chief political correspondent
The mood on immigration is tinder dry and Dutton has lit a match
Niki Savva
Award-winning political commentator and author
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Property
‘It’s paradise’: The natural disaster-hit suburb many home owners won’t leave
Rising water has become a constant threat in coastal Florida, but many residents here cannot afford to elevate their homes or move.
The most liveable Sydney suburbs on a $1.1 million budget
The proportion of affordable suburbs has plunged over the past five years, and the top options now may not be within reach for long.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Chanel designer Virginie Viard leaves fashion’s top job
After five years Karl Lagerfeld’s successor Virginie Viard is leaving Chanel, with two designers already waiting in the wings.
Culture
‘Real Martha’ sues Netflix over Baby Reindeer portrayal, seeks $255m
Scottish woman Fiona Harvey says the character of Martha in “Baby Reindeer” is based on her and has destroyed her life.
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Sport
The untold story of the day Ian Thorpe fell in the pool
It was declared the biggest story in sport since Phar Lap died. Two decades on, Ian Thorpe, Craig Stevens and others remember the most infamous false start in swimming history.
Injury puts Liam Martin in doubt for Origin II
The Panthers and Blues have suffered a blow with Liam Martin suffering a foot injury that will leave him racing the clock for game two.
He took 699 international wickets. An American tried to tell him how to bowl
Dale Steyn, who played across all three formats for 15 years before his 2019 retirement, was in New York when he decided to try his luck at a street cricket set-up.
The bone-rattling moment that rocked women’s Origin
NSW may have lost the match, but it was Sky Blues prop Caitlan Johnston’s crunching hit on Romy Teitzel in the opening minutes on Thursday that set tongues wagging.
Roosters explore early Nawaqanitawase switch, but Olympics beckon
After being snubbed by the Wallabies, Mark Nawaqanitawase could go to the Olympics - or make his move to the NRL five months early.
Pangai jnr returns to NRL with Dolphins deal
Tevita Pangai jnr said he wouldn’t return to the NRL after embarking on a boxing career, but he has had a re-think after being knocked out last month.
Opinion
State of Origin
Sack the half. Bring in the out-of-form star. Bag the coach. Just another day for the Blues
The criticism of the Blues has been predictable. Michael Maguire needs to hold his nerve when selecting his team for Origin II.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
Have Your Say
Hynes had his chance: The four changes NSW must make for State of Origin II
When presented with the moment to dispel a perception that he requires a pack of Strepsils when the lights are on him, Nicho Hynes instead got lost in them.
Michael Chammas
Sports reporter
