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The words that triggered the Paul Kent street brawl
The NRL personality has pleaded guilty to affray but will avoid a formal conviction after the court rejected his mental health claim.
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NRL 2024
‘No one is going to help us’: Frustration at Eels as Moses launches tirade
A seething Mitchell Moses vented his frustration in an impassioned dressing room address to senior staff and players.
Lawyer charged with smuggling drug-filled balloons into Sydney prison
Solicitor Kristy Howell allegedly concealed cocaine, methamphetamine, buprenorphine and tobacco inside six balloons.
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Nuclear energy
Teal calls for snap climate election as rumours of cabinet reshuffle swirl
Monique Ryan wants an election on the Coalition’s contentious nuclear plan as Peter Dutton readies for an early poll.
Sussan Ley says powers to break up supermarkets ‘within the Menzies tradition of the Liberal Party’
“To back in our farmers, to back in our rural communities ... I’m comfortable with that as a proud Liberal!” the deputy leader said.
Early end-of-financial-year sales help lift retail spending
Retail turnover rose by 0.6 per cent in May following two sluggish months of consumer spending.
JK Rowling, David Tennant clash over gender issues in UK election
The stoush between the entertainers comes amid a now-familiar political debate on transgender policy, with the issue becoming a key battleground in the UK election.
US presidential candidate Robert F Kennedy denies taking a bite of dead dog
Kennedy reportedly posed with the barbecued remains of a dog in 2010 – the same year he had a tapeworm removed from his brain.
The top 10 TV shows to put in your diary for the second half of the year
From Vince Vaughn to Keira Knightley and Cate Blanchett, TV has some treats lined up over the next six months.
Nicole Kidman deserves more than this insipid romcom
The Oscar winner co-stars with Zac Efron in the sort of romance that is fast becoming a streaming staple.
Opinion
Financial literacy
Pinch every penny? Not if you want to actually get ahead
While you’re collecting points to get $50 off or scouring aisles for discounts, you’re probably not focused on problems worth more in the long run.
Paridhi Jain
Money contributor
Review
Sydney
Fine dining meets fusion at this ‘slightly otherworldly’ showpiece
Former Aria chef Daeun Kang’s fusion of French and Japanese cooking plays out on every plate at the luxurious Oborozuki.
The same day, twice: My real-life Groundhog Day in paradise
I experienced a real-life Groundhog Day by travelling between two similar islands that are close together, but nearly 24 hours apart.
Salty, creamy and satisfying: This focaccia sandwich is the best I’ve eaten all year
The bubbled Italian bread is having a moment in Sydney. Here’s our top sandwich pick, plus six others to try around town.
Minjee and Min Woo Lee might not see each other in Paris. Why aren’t they playing together?
The star golfers will be the 16th set of siblings to compete for Australia at the Olympic Games in the same sport but admit their paths might not cross. Why isn’t golf moving to team events?
‘Better spending time in the sun at Henson’: Singo, Jets quit Perth NRL bid
John Singleton has withdrawn from a business case linking the Newtown Jets with a WA government-backed bid to become the NRL’s 18th team.
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Nawaqanitawase eyes unprecedented Olympic gold-NRL title double
Mark Nawaqanitawase has spoken for the first time about chasing a unique double as the Australian men’s and women’s sevens squad for Paris were unveiled.
Sydney
Exclusive
Domestic violence
Sydney’s worst DV hotspot faces new crisis
A service which has saved hundreds of lives and been lauded as the gold standard for dealing with family violence is on its knees.
$1.1 billion black hole: Unis brace for loss of tens of thousands of students
New economic modelling suggests universities are facing a funding shortfall of more than $1 billion under the federal government’s crackdown.
Sydney University stabbing victim out of hospital, warnings of ‘toxic’ internet
The student attacked at the university is recovering at home as politicians and police warn of the dangers of radicalisation on the internet.
When the motorway link from Sydney Airport to WestConnex will open
When the $2.6 billion Sydney Gateway is opened, it will have capacity for 100,000 vehicles a day.
Gina Rinehart receives Cambodia’s highest honour
The billionaire mining magnate has won a new foreign admirer in the South-East Asian nation’s monarch, Norodom Sihamoni.
NRL 2024
Still the No.1: Why Souths have parked plans for Latrell to play centre
He was a standout there for NSW, but Latrell Mitchell will remain at fullback for Souths – and for good reason.
Why the Bulldogs have holstered the NRL’s most stunning attacking weapon
Matt Burton’s soaring torpedo bombs are the stuff of NRL legend and nightmares for opposition fullbacks. Which makes Canterbury’s call to hold fire on them all the more impressive.
Politics
Analysis
Political leadership
Payman v Albanese and the personal v the collective: Is Labor stuck in 1902?
The personal view of a young Muslim senator faces off with the oldest requirement of would-be ALP politicians, a written contract to observe the collective.
Business
Australia’s office block problem is getting worse
Office property valuations have collapsed by more than 10 per cent and alarm bells are ringing that they could fall even further.
World
Trump has second significant legal victory in as many days
Judge Juan Merchan put off next week’s highly anticipated sentencing to September – less than two months before the US election.
Opinion
Pinch every penny? Not if you want to actually get ahead
Paridhi Jain
Money contributor
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Property
How home offices are keeping housing unaffordable
The government wants 1.2 million homes built over the next five years. But what about the 3.5 million spare bedrooms across the country?
Buyer beats nine others for luxe $6m inner west home ‘worth fighting for’
The stylish home with a swimming pool, and within walking distance of everything, attracted interest from doctors and local business owners.
Good Food
Lifestyle
What running extreme distances does to a person’s body
Extreme charity challenges have become increasingly popular, but there is a price to pay.
Opinion
Sunday Life
I’m a writer, so how does my statistician partner beat me at word games?
Kerri Sackville
Columnist and author
Culture
Nicole Kidman deserves more than an insipid Netflix romcom
The Oscar winner co-stars with Zac Efron in the sort of formulaic romance that is fast becoming a streaming staple.
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NRL 2024
‘No one is going to help us’: Frustration at Eels as Moses launches dressing room tirade
A seething Mitchell Moses vented his frustration in an impassioned address to senior staff and players.
Exclusive
NRL 2024
‘Best of both worlds’: Nawaqanitawase eyes unprecedented Olympic gold-NRL title double
Mark Nawaqanitawase has spoken for the first time about chasing a unique double as the Australian men’s and women’s sevens squad for Paris were unveiled.
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Super Rugby
McKellar set to be named new Waratahs coach
The former Brumbies coach, who recently stood down from his job at the Leicester Tigers, is poised to replace Darren Coleman at the embattled NSW franchise.
Minjee and Min Woo Lee might not see each other in Paris. Why aren’t they playing together?
The star golfers will be the 16th set of siblings to compete for Australia at the Olympic Games in the same sport but admit their paths might not cross. Why isn’t golf moving to team events?
‘Better spending time in the sun at Henson’: Singo, Jets quit Perth NRL bid
John Singleton has withdrawn from a business case linking the Newtown Jets with a WA government-backed bid to become the NRL’s 18th team.
New-look Wallabies want to make Sydney a Test fortress. There’s one problem ...
Wallabies fans in Sydney have endured a miserable time over the past two World Cup cycles. Could Saturday’s opening Test of the year against Wales turn a corner?
Still the No.1: Why Souths have parked plans for Latrell to play centre
He was a standout there for NSW, but Latrell Mitchell will remain at fullback for Souths – and for good reason.
Have Your Say
The NRL wants the Top Gun of video refs in the bunker. It can’t come quick enough
Wayne Bennett spoke for many when he criticised the NRL over its matchday officiating. Changes are coming, but will they satisfy coaches, players and fans?
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
