This Month
Tony Burke labelled ‘racist’ in Western Sydney smear campaign
Burke’s record as immigration minister has led to him being targeted by unidentified pro-Gaza activists as the battle for Watson descends into dirty tricks.
Sydney’s $40m-plus trophy deals defy pre-election trend
A string of top-end home sales in the eastern suburbs flies in the face of the usual market lull before polling day.
The 25 seats that will decide the election
The poll will focus on two dozen contests in Sydney and regional NSW, suburban Melbourne, Perth and regional Tasmania.
Bruce McWilliam buys the worst house in Bondi Beach
Former Channel Seven commercial director Bruce McWilliam has added a dilapidated ex hoarder’s house to his blue-chip property portfolio.
Gupta back spruiking ‘spirit of GFG’ at Cafe Sydney
Subtlety isn’t Sanjeev Gupta’s style, so it’s little wonder he isn’t even waiting for administrators to leave Whyalla before again burnishing GFG’s brand.
Labor defends ‘catch-up’ infrastructure after roads for votes claim
Roads in NSW and Victoria benefited from Tuesday’s budget, but Labor rejects the Coalition’s claim its aim is to “sandbag” ALP seats
Heathrow flights resume after power outage closed airport
The world’s fifth-busiest airport said it expected to be back in full operation on Saturday, though it will take days for airlines to return to their schedules.
Bellevue Hill pair spend $45m to buy neighbour’s home
A low-key deal in Sydney’s east shows how far neighbours will go to get a larger slice of the salubrious suburb.
How to direct a musical on a ‘football field’
There’s a lot riding on Opera Australia’s annual outdoor production but Shaun Rennie is more worried about actors getting to their marks, and nothing getting blown into Sydney Harbour.
Hidden under Central Station lies a clock collector’s paradise
A secure chamber in the catacombs of the Sydney rail hub holds a decade-old collection of timepieces. It’s worth thousands – but rail bosses are unsure what to do with it.
Antisemitism video nurse turns up to court surrounded by dark-clad men
Key evidence allegedly showing two former nurses discussing killing Israeli patients will face a legal challenge, threatening their prosecution.
Details of Albanese’s pre-cyclone fundraiser revealed
The prime minister dined with donors as millions on the eastern seaboard braced for Cyclone Alfred.
Late Immutable accounts a glimpse into crypto game developer’s health
The Australian developer behind popular online video games Gods Unchained and Guild of Guardians said revenues had jumped after a near $80 million loss in 2023.
Former Woolworths chief Brad Banducci appointed ticketing group boss
The businessman will take over from long-serving CEO Geoff Jones, who will become chairman of the entertainment group owned by private equity firm Silver Lake.
Donors mull ditching ‘divisive’ Sydney Writers’ Festival
Private donors are said to be reconsidering up to $500,000 of annual support, concerned the festival is becoming too partisan after departure of former chair Kathy Shand.
Rio investor warns it faces a Brexit moment with London-listing vote
WaveStone Capital has almost $10 billion in assets under management and says a push to end the mining giant’s primary UK listing will only enrich bankers.
Why now might be the right time to add to your property portfolio
For established property owners this window presents a unique opportunity to put their equity to work.
Can our ‘most loved, least-funded’ founder turn garbage into gold?
Olympia Yarger says there’s a good business in rubbish. Her battle to raise millions of dollars is nothing compared to what she has been through to get here.
AirTrunk executives splurge on luxury property after $24b mega deal
Top management identities have been buying up Sydney trophy homes after the hugely successful data centre provider’s acquisition by Blackstone last year.
Donald Williams, Platypus Asset Management’s co-founder, dies at 59
The former star stock picker started the boutique funds management business in 1998 and stepped down in 2016 due to health reasons.