6 h. ago $27m war chest: The independents who raised the most money at the election

Candidates with the biggest financial war chests failed to get elected at the May election, as Climate 200 and individual donors poured a record $27 million into community independent campaigns.

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8 h. ago Sydney’s Pitt Street transforms into Pitbull Street for flash mob

Pitt Street was transformed into Pitbull Street as hundreds of fans in bald caps danced through the CBD. The massive flash mob ended with a party at World Square to celebrate Mr. Worldwide's arrival for Fridayz Live.

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8 h. ago A helipad, golf course and film studio: Why plans for this Sydney site have failed to take off

There were plans to transform this land into a world-class destination. No progress has been made.

Politics

14 h. ago How William Barton’s yidaki meets Stephen Page’s vision in new dance work

The musician and the choreographer have collaborated on a new work for Sydney Dance Company’s triple bill Continuum.

Politics

14 h. ago ICAC to be given expanded powers to use illegally recorded conversations

The Minns government is set to introduce the changes ahead of an anticipated inquiry into a fugitive Sydney property developer’s alleged dealings.

Events

21 h. ago Meet the retired tech millionaire who donated $1.9 million to teals and Greens

Pater is one of the biggest single political donors in the country.

Economics

25 h. ago Sorry Sydney, The Everest is big, but Jamie Melham scaled greater heights

One of the country’s best riders drew much-need attention to Caulfield, while Moonee Valley has had to undergo emergency track repairs ahead of an historic Cox Plate.

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26 h. ago Move over Hollywood’s Walk of Fame: Tribute to Sydney’s storytellers gets new chapter

Sydney’s Writers’ Walk is to be extended, and a founder says the door could be left open to celebrate songwriters, as well as playwrights and authors.

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30 h. ago Revealed: How this inner Sydney park would look without a greyhound track

Sporting fields, picnic areas and parkland would be created at Wentworth Park under a City of Sydney Council plan to transform the 13-hectare site.

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34 h. ago ‘I want him in the ground’: Why family will name ‘Cheryl’s killer’

Five decades after a toddler vanished from a beach south of Sydney, her family vows to unmask the man who once allegedly confessed to her murder.

Events

36 h. ago Millions march for ‘No Kings’ in biggest protest against Trump to date

Protesters have rallied against what they believe to be an authoritarian, anti-democratic administration that has sidelined the Constitution.

Politics

38 h. ago Justin Hemmes wants to conquer Byron Bay. A primary school is in his way

Justin Hemmes has spent the past four years snapping up $60 million worth of property in Byron Bay.

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38 h. ago Childcare to close after 120 years amid warnings Sydney is losing grandchildren

The Millers Point childcare centre will close this year due to dwindling enrolments, as locals say high housing prices are forcing out young families.

Events

38 h. ago Millions were spent on a ‘backup’ Triple Zero system that could have kicked in this week. It was quietly shelved

Insiders liken the Triple Zero system to the unstable building brick game Jenga, but a replacement system has just been pushed out “at least six months”.

Economics

40 h. ago Gone in 39 days: Postecoglou sacked by Nottingham Forest in record time

The Australian became the club’s first manager to lose their first eight games while in charge, leaving it exposed to relegation in the Premier League.

Politics

48 h. ago Record day for Melham’s historic win at Caulfield Cup as Ka Ying Rising wins the Everest

Follow along live as The Everest and Caulfield Cup race days are run and won with the results, fashions and post race reactions.

Politics

48 h. ago ‘What I want to say can’t go on camera’: Melham makes history to win the Caulfield Cup

Jamie Melham was overcome with emotion after she became the first woman jockey to win the $5 million race. Front of mind was her great mate and mentor, the late Colin McKenna.

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48 h. ago ‘What I want to say can’t go on camera’: Jamie Melham makes history to win the Caulfield Cup

Melham was overcome with emotion after she became the first woman jockey to win the $5 million race, dedicating the victory to her friend and mentor, the late Colin McKenna.

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49 h. ago The $10m plan to crack down on bullying across Aussie schools

The Federal Government has put $10 million towards stamping out bullying at schools.

Politics

49 h. ago Caulfield Cup and The Everest LIVE: Jamie Melham makes history on Half Yours, first woman jockey to win Caulfield Cup; Ka Ying Rising wins the Everest

Follow along live as The Everest and Caulfield Cup race days are run and won with the results, fashions and post race reactions.

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