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Courts
‘All hopes destroyed’: Teen lured into underage sex work in Sydney
A woman trafficked to work in brothels has spoken of the ongoing trauma from her brutal treatment.
Opinion
Catholic church
As a priest, I wonder what Jesus would say about the Christian Brothers crying poor
By and large, the church has failed to live up to its basic Christian obligations. Had it done so, perhaps the many empty pews might still be occupied by people who treasure their faith.
Kevin Dillon
Catholic priest
Opinion
Liberal Party
Angus Taylor must take the fight up to One Nation – or look weak
George Brandis
Former high commissioner to the UK and federal attorney-general
Live
US politics
‘Golden age of America’: Trump speaks in Washington as storms mar July 4 celebration
The US is marking its 250th anniversary with celebrations President Donald Trump billed as “the most spectacular birthday party the world has ever seen”. But the weather has had a big part to play in Washington DC.
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Five Minutes with Fitz
Putin is losing the Ukraine war. If he goes down, he could take us all with him
We may be at a point where the Ukraine war gets much, much worse – rather than some kind of peace agreement, says this Oxford historian.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
Australia’s foreign interference laws once enraged China. Now they’re used to justify Hong Kong’s crackdown
Hong Kong’s Museum of History also cites Australia’s foreign interference laws in defence of Beijing’s national security crackdown.
Analysis
FIFA World Cup
To shed the underdog tag, Australian soccer needs to have some tough conversations
Judging by the response to the Socceroos’ shattering World Cup exit against Egypt, fans and players have had a gutful of gallant defeats. So how do they become the team we want them to be?
‘He definitely gets away with a lot’: Blues want referee to ignore Grant’s on-field antics in decider
Storm skipper and Maroons hooker Harry Grant had a great mentor in Cameron Smith when it came to talking to referees. NSW want Ashley Klein to ignore him.
Analysis
Wallabies
Wasteful Wallabies need to be hard on themselves after loss to Ireland
Costly mistakes by big-name players remain a must-fix situation ahead of Saturday’s Test match against France.
Opinion
Hip pocket
Ready to retire? We bust some common super myths
Many Australians’ understanding of how super works in retirement falls woefully short – and it’s costing them.
Dominic Powell
Money Editor
Students still keen on consulting, but may think twice about KPMG
Recent scandals in consulting have not deterred these students from a career in the industry, but they say it does weigh on some of their decisions.
Bob Vylan suing BBC over Glastonbury ‘offensive and deplorable’ comments
Britain’s public broadcaster screened the punk-rap duo’s performance from last year’s festival, then condemned it. Now the musicians are striking back.
TV finales ranked from worst to best (no, Breaking Bad isn’t No.1)
Ending a beloved show is one of the hardest tasks in television. Let’s look at the iconic series that got it right – and very wrong.
This chaotic night out is the best thing you can do in this city
There’s nothing like sport to open a window into a country’s culture; a night at the ice hockey in Canada is just that window.
Editorial
Schools
Meddling parents are doing children no favours
Private schools are resorting to explicit behavioural agreements to stem the tide of parents behaving badly.
The Herald's View
Editorial
‘I take over 100 flights a year’: Jelena Dokic has the perfect pants for work and travel
The tennis commentator also shares the sentimental luxury purchase she made 20 years ago.
These lemony biscuits are great for all ages and any time of day (or even the freezer)
Using good-quality butter takes these tea-time treats to another level.
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FIFA World Cup 2026
‘In hindsight, everyone knows better’: Football Australia backs under-fire Popovic
The governing body says it has full confidence in the Socceroos coach but acknowledged the team need to evolve beyond the physical style they’re known for.
As it happened: Mbappe penalty pips Paraguay in round of 16; Morocco end Canada dreams
The golden boot race continues in earnest, because that penalty puts Mbappe on seven goals for the tournament, meaning he joins Lionel Messi as joint leader.
Sydney
Dead bird on Sydney beach sent for testing after deadly virus strikes NSW
As the first case of the deadly virus was confirmed in NSW, an exclusion zone was set up around a dead cormorant in Sydney.
‘Very distressing’: How Sydney schools are taking back control from ‘entitled’ parents
Fed up with helicopter parenting, unreasonable demands, and social media campaigns, private schools are rolling out mandatory behaviour charters to force parents to take a step back.
‘This doesn’t happen to us’: Family’s horror after Sydney day care abuser unmasked
David James shared photos and perverse fantasies about children on the dark web. When he slipped up, police closed in.
‘Bye Felicia’: Drama as duo voted off Mardi Gras board
Tensions flared on Saturday, with a fractured membership swearing, jeering and trading barbs between one another.
‘Test us like never before’: Minns’ warning to Labor delegates
Labor factions struck an eleventh-hour deal, demoting the agriculture minister to a precarious spot on the party’s Legislative Council ticket.
NRL 2026
Best actor: Blues star Bradman to make big screen debut
Bradman Best won’t be pulling any punches when makes his acting debut in a biopic about his soon-to-be father-in-law, boxing champion Jeff Fenech.
Vegas backflip, lifelines and peace in the corridors of power: Tigers boss opens up
In a wide-ranging interview, newly minted Wests Tigers chief Shaun Mielekamp opens up on his vision for the club.
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Tigers finals hopes fade after Koroisau injured in loss to Dragons
Politics
‘Barely coherent noise’: PM blasts budget critics and ‘axis of grievance’
Due to address the Labor faithful on Sunday, the PM is sharpening his attack on One Nation and the Coalition after the successful passage of his contentious tax reforms.
Business
Opinion
Ask an expert
My super will soon hit the $2m cap. What should I do with the excess?
Once your super hits the cap, it’s not all doom and gloom, your investments will still have a very favourable tax treatment.
Paul Benson
Money contributor
World
Analysis
Trump's America
Two speeches, two different visions of what it means to be an American
The US president and the mayor of New York both spoke on the eve of America’s 250th anniversary, but their messages could not contrast more.
Opinion
Young people aren’t relaxed and comfortable, they’re broke and bovine
Parnell Palme McGuinness
Columnist and communications adviser
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Tech exec puts $10m Sydney clifftop home with pool on the market
The board director at Japanese conglomerate Teijin is offloading her North Curl Curl abode after making some renovations a few years ago.
Original-condition 1960s home sells for $2.28m at auction
On a cold bright Sydney morning, people with redevelopment plans vied for the 1960s home that was built by the vendor’s father.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Six hours in a leaky boat: The tense New Year’s Eve Anna Funder knew Craig was the one
The award-winning author also reveals how she gambled her relationship and legal career on a book idea.
Opinion
Alcohol
Before there was Dry July, there were these dumb ideas
Richard Glover
Broadcaster and columnist
Culture
T&T got married: What we know about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding
Word from inside the event was non-existent, and the world is still waiting on the eagerly anticipated images. But here’s what we do know about the celebrity wedding of the year.
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Analysis
FIFA World Cup
To shed the underdog tag, Australian soccer needs to have some tough conversations
Judging by the response to the Socceroos’ shattering World Cup exit against Egypt, fans and players have had a gutful of gallant defeats. So how do they become the team we want them to be?
‘He definitely gets away with a lot’: Blues want referee to ignore Grant’s on-field antics in decider
Storm skipper and Maroons hooker Harry Grant had a great mentor in Cameron Smith when it came to talking to referees. NSW want Ashley Klein to ignore him.
Analysis
Wallabies
Wasteful Wallabies need to be hard on themselves after loss to Ireland
Costly mistakes by big-name players remain a must-fix situation ahead of Saturday’s Test match against France.
‘In hindsight, everyone knows better’: Football Australia backs under-fire Popovic
The governing body says it has full confidence in the Socceroos coach but acknowledged the team need to evolve beyond the physical style they’re known for.
Opinion
NRL 2026
Can Galvin cameo help Blues counter Maroons’ stars?
Lachlan Galvin’s always-on-the-ball approach made him the ideal person to mimic Cameron Munster at NSW training during the week.
Danny Weidler
Sport columnist
Opinion
Wallabies
Wallabies produce a ‘Gallipoli’ epic but Ireland snatch win
This match proved beyond all doubt that this generation of Wallabies is a magnificent team in the making - but right now they remain Gallipoli meets Maxwell Smart.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
Demon averts danger to advance at Wimbledon as defending champ suffers shock loss
Australia’s Alex de Minaur is into the second week at Wimbledon again, but it was a disappointing day for several high-profile women’s stars.
Have Your Say
Wallabies player ratings: How the men in gold performed against Ireland
The Wallabies first Test of the season ends in heartbreak against Ireland. Here’s how the players rated.
