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Sydney narrowly avoided a transport crisis. Now comes the tricky part

Trains at Redfern Station … they will run as normal this weekend after the government and unions reached a deal.

All week,Sydneysiders have been on the brink of finding out what it feels like to live in a second-rate city.

Angela Merkel reveals advice the Pope gave her to deal with Donald Trump

Trump and Merkel.

The long-serving German chancellor sought counsel on how to tackle the US president-elect’s “property developer mentality”.

ICC issues arrest warrants for Israel’s Netanyahu,Gallant and Hamas leader

There were reasonable grounds to believe the Israeli PM and his former defence minister were criminally responsible for starvation in Gaza and the persecution of Palestinians,the ICC judges said.

Samantha Barlow and Roderick Holohan

Drug addict who bashed hero cop with brick ‘very sorry’ as he turns back on TV cameras

Roderick Holohan has been spotted in public for the first time since being paroled over the sickening attack.

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NSW

Man who led police to woman’s body was on parole for attacking her

Man who led police to woman’s body was on parole for attacking her

Shane Tucker has not been charged over the death of his partner,who was found dead with head injuries in his Maroubra unit.

‘Every parent’s worst fear’:Australian teen dies after suspected Laos poisoning

Bianca Jones,one of the two teenagers who suffered suspected methanol poisoning during a holiday in South-East Asia,has died in hospital in Thailand.

What happened when 204 pokies players were asked the same questions

NSW is home to about half of Australia’s poker machines.

The expert panel on cashless gaming is bound by confidentiality agreements not to discuss its recommendations. But a study released by one panel member gives an insight into its deliberations.

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Immigration

‘In bed with education agents’:Coalition under fire as Tehan dines with agents

Shadow Minister for Immigration and Citizenship Dan Tehan.

Coalition immigration spokesman Dan Tehan was the featured guest at a private breakfast attended by education and migration agents the day before sinking Labor’s bill.

The age of Australian exceptionalism is coming to an end’:Costello

The former treasurer says the Future Fund was never created to be a “political slush fund”.

Snake on Virgin Australia flight Perth to Broome
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Airports

Virgin flight halted after snake found on a plane

The Virgin Australia flight was due to take off at 10.30am – but a snake had other ideas.

US government pushes to break up Google to fix search monopoly

The US government has told a Federal judge it should break up Google and make it sell its Chrome web browser.

The US Justice Department has asked a federal court to force Google to sell Chrome,its popular web browser – a move that could reshape competition on the internet.

Media tycoon tells court he did not use Trump officials to influence policy on Hong Kong

Pro-democracy publisher Jimmy Lai has taken the stand for the first time since his arrest on national security charges.

Bears breathe new life:A $500m NRL dream comes to town

The state government is suing BGC Construction over a major redevelopment of then-nib Stadium

NRL boss Peter V’landys secures funding guarantees for 18th NRL team in Western Australia.

Who will win the Border-Gavaskar Trophy? You decide in our head-to-head polls

Kohli or Smith? Bumrah or Cummins? Ahead of the first Test on Friday,we run the numbers and let you vote for the side you think will come out on top.

NRL draw analysis 2025
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NRL 2025

Tough run for Rabbitohs,Roosters – but which team struck it rich in 2025 draw?

Arch rivals the Rabbitohs and Roosters have been handed two of the toughest schedules in the NRL next season,according to analysis of the 2025 draw.

Black Friday sales can be tantalisingly tempting,but there are a few things to consider before adding to cart.

How to get bang for your buck in the Black Friday sales

Black Friday can be both tempting and overwhelming,so here are a few ways to get the most out of any bargain.

This chef wants his restaurant removed from the Good Food Guide. The timing is interesting

Ben Shewry at Attica.

Ben Shewry wants his restaurant Attica dropped from the Guide. This is why it won’t be.

Life on other planets is ‘highly likely’ – just don’t expect to meet it

The search for intelligent life in other worlds has taken this astrobiologist to extreme places,discovering life thriving in conditions that would kill us in seconds.

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Alan Jones investigation

I took on Alan Jones. I survived,but the backlash terrified me
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I took on Alan Jones. I survived,but the backlash terrified me

Everyone knew that Alan Jones was the most powerful man in media. But how he wielded that power created fear - real fear.

Jenna Price
Jenna Price

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Court dates,a charge list and bail conditions:Full details of Jones’ case

Jones,who was granted bail by police,is due to face Sydney’s Downing Centre Local Court on December 18. It could just be the start of a years-long legal battle ahead.

Sydney

The Rising Tide protest last November

Anti-coal protesters clear court hurdle for kayak flotilla near port

Kayaks will be launched into Newcastle Harbour on Friday morning to protest coal exports.

‘No place for it’:Matt Moran’s Chiswick graffitied,multiple cars vandalised

‘No place for it’:Matt Moran’s Chiswick graffitied,multiple cars vandalised

Matt Moran’s Chiswick restaurant was graffitied with anti-Israel messages while a ute was set on fire and 10 other cars were damaged.

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Crime

Deborah spoke out about abuse. Then texts urging her to stay silent began

Deborah Sarah was sexually touched without consent by breathworker Will Solis

When a wellness business owner learnt a woman was about to go public about being sexually abused by his ex-staff member,he tried to pressure her to remain quiet.

Man who attacked hero officer whisked out of prison after appeal abandoned

Man who attacked hero officer whisked out of prison after appeal abandoned

The drug addict who bashed Samantha Barlow has been quietly released from jail to avoid the awaiting media.

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Crime

In the State of Origin of crime,here’s where NSW comes out on top

NSW v Qld crime rates

NSW is leading the country on low crime rates,according to the first state-by-state comparison.

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Deborah Galanos,Lisa McCune,James Fraser,Tinashe Mangwana and Paula Arundellin.
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This brilliant,prescient play helps explain the rise of Trump

Our reviewers take in the latest shows around Sydney.

Ariana Grande (left) as Glinda and Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba in Wicked.
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Perfectly cast,Wicked is made bigger and better on screen

Director Jon M. Chu has taken a successfully radical approach to the beloved Broadway musical,smoothing out the kinks in the narrative.

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Property

Not all investors made money from property.

The suburbs where home values fell – and set a trap for buyers

In a market where many investor-grade properties are sliding in value,buyers who hope for a bargain risk paying more in the long term.

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Our favourite luxury homes for sale right now

From an architect-designed residence near the beach to a three-level home with summer fun on tap,we’ve rounded up our top picks.

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Sport

WA premier Roger Cook leaves a meeting with Peter V’landys on Thursday morning.

The WA premier and $500m came to Sydney. The Perth Bears dream is alive and well

NRL boss Peter V’landys secures funding guarantees for 18th NRL team in Western Australia.

The Australia v India series will be decided early.
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The mood in India:Complacency and anxiety,but this battle will decide the series

The touring team’s hopes will be shaped by a lovable pest,an ageing champion and a fascinating fast bowler.

Rohit Sharma and Pat Cummins.

Who will win the Border-Gavaskar Trophy? You decide in our head-to-head polls

Kohli or Smith? Bumrah or Cummins? Ahead of the first Test on Friday,we run the numbers and let you vote for the side you think will come out on top.

NRL draw 2025

Addo-Carr may make Eels debut against Bulldogs as grudge matches mark 2025 draw

From a grand final replay to superstar recruits facing their former clubs for the first time,the 2025 NRL season is poised to get off to an explosive start.

Western Sydney’s Brandon Borello clashes with Sydney FC veteran Alex Wilkinson at a derby last year.

Rivals playing golf together? In Sydney derby week? The game’s gone

You can draw a line between a famous professional wrestling moment from 1996 and a round of golf involving Sydney FC and Wanderers players this week.

Vince Rugari
Vince Rugari

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NRL draw analysis 2025
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NRL 2025

Tough run for Rabbitohs,Roosters – but which team struck it rich in 2025 draw?

Arch rivals the Rabbitohs and Roosters have been handed two of the toughest schedules in the NRL next season,according to analysis of the 2025 draw.

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‘I know I have to make a decision’:He rebuilt the Wallabies. But will Joe Schmidt stay on?

From the wreckage of the Eddie Jones era,the coach has led the Wallabies to within two wins of a grand slam. But as it stands,he’s set to walk away after next year’s Lions series.

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