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Forty arts students and one engineer: What NSW politicians studied at uni
They attend university at a higher rate than their constituents, but when it comes to discipline, most MPs in the state opt for one of a small handful of subjects.
- Cindy Yin
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- How To Poison a Planet
Fresh tests ordered for cancer-causing chemicals at popular Sydney beach
The Botany Bay waters where young families swim and fishermen cast their lines have not been tested since 2018. That’s about to change.
- Alexandra Smith and Cindy Yin
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- Sharks
Why shark nets might not return to Sydney’s beaches next summer
The science has been clear for some time that the mesh nets do little to protect humans, yet do much harm to non-target animals. The politics is finally catching up.
- Caitlin Fitzsimmons
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- Science
What do scientists, artists and fashion designers have in common? One million plants
NSW’s vast collection of plant specimens is not just for budding botanists. For the first time, artists and designers have access to images of the state’s flora.
- Alexandra Smith
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- Jobs
The NSW economic figure at its worst level since 1991
The state government has given its 2025 forecasts a major downgrade after a sluggish 2024.
- Matt Wade
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- Development
‘Keep our curtains drawn’: Residents block social housing for seniors
A Liberal state MP has promoted the cause of Sydney residents who say a three-storey block would disrupt the ambience of their “peaceful, family oriented” suburb.
- Megan Gorrey
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The secret plan to convert a Sydney golf course into a cemetery
The NSW government has desperately been looking for a new site to build a cemetery. A suburban golf course was selected as the spot.
- Max Maddison
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Labor wanted denser neighbourhoods. So far, it’s getting single-storey houses and wider garages
Documents obtained via freedom of information reveal that most new developments in higher-density zones are for standalone houses.
- Michael McGowan
Why the first day of the year is the worst day of the year
For many, January 1 is a day to make New Year’s resolutions. But for some, the day has a devastating, violent side.
- Alexandra Smith
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- Property development
The plan to solve Sydney’s housing crisis that had only one application
A key pillar of Premier Chris Minns’ commitment to easing the housing supply shortage, transport oriented development zones have yet to spur new supply.
- Michael McGowan
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