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Inflation for home buyers almost double the official rate
When the ABS factored interest rates into its cost-of-living index, working people paying off mortgages endured the worst inflation.
Bruce Lehrmann given extension of time to lodge defamation appeal
The Ten Network wants access to documents revealing if former Liberal staffer had financial backers in fight over costs.
Sydney teen terror accused wanted to attack ‘a bunch of Jews’, court told
Police say they found hand-drawn Islamic State flags when they raided the 15-year-old’s bedroom after the alleged terror stabbing of a bishop in a Wakeley church.
Albanese’s $925m escape money pledge just ‘one piece of the puzzle’
Speaking after a snap national cabinet meeting, the prime minister said state and territory leaders would meet again to discuss plans to strengthen their justice systems.
Analysis
Gender equality
Where is the urgency? Action to protect women is too slow
There is a jarring disconnect between the political talk and the policy action when Australians are told of the national crisis on violence against women.
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NRL 2024
Bennett, Cheika throw hats into Rabbitohs ring
Wayne Bennett and Michael Cheika have both shown interest in coaching South Sydney from the end of this season.
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Around the clubs
Nathan Cleary out of clash with Souths as Panthers play it safe
Penrith have taken a cautious approach with their superstar halfback, who felt some tightness after returning from a hamstring injury in the previous round.
Why Schmidt’s keen for Gordon to stay in rugby
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has responded to news that Carter Gordon is interested in a move to rugby league.
Huge offshore wind turbines to power AGL’s shift from coal
AGL wants to build huge turbines that could bring vast amounts of wind power to customers and help replace its coal-fired power plants.
More than 170 countries want to reduce plastic globally. A handful are stalling
Australia is attempting to help a global push to end plastic pollution before it outweighs the biomass of the world’s fish by the year 2050. But other countries have different ambitions.
Can court compensate for loss of a way of life? Climate case to wrap up
The Commonwealth has argued Torres Strait Islanders losing their unique island customs could be seen under law as a comparable loss to personal injuries.
Did woke culture really kill the sitcom?
Jerry Seinfeld claims that the “extreme left” is to blame for the death of comedy on TV – but is he right?
The good TV shows you missed in the deluge of streaming
There’s always a buzzy new show demanding your attention, while scores of series previously on your radar are washed away. Here are the shows you may have missed.
Opinion
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Can I use my mother-in-law’s home as an investment property?
Loaning your mother-in-law money in exchange for equity in her home may not be the practical solution you’re looking for.
Noel Whittaker
Money columnist
Opinion
Social media
I’m trying to evolve my relationship with my smartphone to ‘friends with benefits’
A video of the New Year’s Eve countdown at the Arc de Triomphe in Paris shows a sea of phones. When midnight hits, no one hugs or kisses.
Gary Nunn
Contributor
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Hotel reviews
Sydney hotels don’t get much more central than this
The 369-room Swissotel Sydney recently celebrated its 20th birthday, following a refurbishment with a focus on its grand lobby space.
How to turn a bike ride into a serious workout, even if you’re new to cycling
With the right gear and training approach, cycling can be a fun and relatively easy way to increase your fitness.
NRL 2024
Opinion
Bennett is the good cop Souths need – but can’t be trusted with their future
Wayne Bennett is a proven winner, but the long-term future of the Rabbitohs can’t be left in his hands.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
Analysis
Eel the pain: Why Gutherson’s absence will hurt Parramatta more than that of Moses
When the captain doesn’t play, Parramatta win only one in three games. That statistic spells trouble for his team – and his coach.
Sydney
Hanson told second senator to go back to where they came from, court told
Mehreen Faruqi’s racial discrimination case against Pauline Hanson heard that the One Nation leader had also told a white male politician to “pack your bags”.
Paul Kent charged with affray over late-night brawl
The Fox Sports co-host and Daily Telegraph journalist clashed with another man outside a restaurant in Sydney’s inner west. Both have now been charged by police.
Mystery over 19-year-old North Bondi woman’s death as police charge two men
The body of teenager Yolonda Mumbulla was found in a unit on Tuesday.
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Crime
NSW Police charge ‘Beast Boy’, one of state’s worst alleged bestiality offenders
Hidden away in a rural NSW property, police allege the man became one of the most prolific creators of bestiality content before he was arrested.
Lynda stayed with her abuser so he wouldn’t kill her. It ended tragically
She was living in a nightmare. But those closest to the Sydney woman knew nothing of her terror until it was too late.
Politics
China investors in the cold as Chalmers makes security a test for budget largesse
Labor’s Future Made in Australia will be the centrepiece of the May budget. The treasurer will reveal the five key tests for how it will work.
Business
Refunds up in the air as Bonza leaves passengers grounded
Administrators Hall Chadwick confirmed late on Wednesday that the airline was not currently positioned to issue refunds after it entered administration on Tuesday.
World
Developer sells stunning land for $100m. The buyer will never build a thing
Not far from where the Andes Mountains meet the Pacific Ocean, a vast swath of pristine wilderness is changing hands under the most unusual circumstances.
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Property
‘Aussie’ John Symond lists Point Piper home. Yours for $200 million-plus
The last time the Aussie Home Loans founder listed the waterfront mega-mansion, he knocked back an offer of $110 million because he didn’t want to part with it.
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Property market
Homes billed as seven-star comfort turn out to be ‘closer to a tent’
A seven-star energy-efficient home built today might look like a high-quality home, but turn out to be as comfortable as a tent, a new report warns.
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Lifestyle
My employer keeps ‘losing’ my private documents. What if I get scammed?
Being concerned about identify theft and fraud is a valid concern, writes Dr Kirstin Ferguson.
Culture
Only the lonely can make the distance in David Nicholls’ new romcom
This novel, by the author of One Day, is a celebration of the rare connection that can lift people out of seemingly intractable loneliness.
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NRL 2024
Bennett, Cheika throw hats into Rabbitohs coaching ring
Wayne Bennett and Michael Cheika have both shown interest in coaching South Sydney, starting from the completion of this season.
‘There are a number of tens’: But Schmidt’s keen for Gordon to stay in rugby
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has responded to news Carter Gordon is interested in a move to rugby league.
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Around the clubs
Nathan Cleary out of clash with Souths as Panthers play it safe
Penrith have taken a cautious approach with their superstar halfback, who felt some tightness after returning from a hamstring injury in the previous round.
Opinion
NRL 2024
Bennett is the good cop Souths need – but can’t be trusted with their future
Wayne Bennett is a proven winner, but the long-term future of the Rabbitohs can’t be left in his hands.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
Former Manly prop Perrett set to take legal action over training incident
A week after Jackson Topine launched a $4 million lawsuit against Canterbury, another NRL club is bracing for a legal challenge due to a training incident.
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ICC Men’s World Cup
No room for ‘really exciting’ Fraser-McGurk in T20 World Cup squad
Despite glowing praise from chairman of selectors George Bailey, exciting white-ball tyro Jake Fraser-McGurk missed Australia’s Twenty20 World Cup squad.
Analysis
NRL 2024
Two meetings, five candidates, one sacked coach: How a day of chaos unfolded at Souths
Russell Crowe wanted his representatives to fight against the coach’s firing. Five hours later, Jason Demetriou’s exit was unanimous. This is their coaching hit-list.
Have Your Say
Nine years after Luke Keary stared down Russell Crowe, others at Souths are doing the same
The departure of coach Jason Demetriou is merely a subplot in a bigger power play at the Rabbitohs.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
