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Opinion
Trump's America
Australia’s best hope: wait for Americans to turn on Trump
Given the US president’s fraudulent tariffs, an honest Australian election campaign would confront the need for a national insurance policy against an unreliable ally.
David Crowe
Chief political correspondent
The day Trump hijacked the Australian election, until the PM took to the stage
Neither party leader took a backwards step from US President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Thursday. Then Anthony Albanese posed for a photo op.
Analysis
Trade wars
Trump’s ‘reciprocal tariffs’ look to be a hoax. Here’s how you can tell
For weeks, the US president has insisted it would be a matter of “whatever they charge us, we charge them”. But it has become clear that isn’t what’s going on.
Political Sketch
Trade wars
Trump says everyone’s gotta pay – but not Putin
Donald Trump, ignoring the hopes of the world, perfectly fits Oscar Wilde’s definition of a cynic.
‘People power’: Fig tree saved from chainsaws after residents rise up
The stately old fig tree in Clovelly looked set to be razed. But a community campaign reversed a decision to send in the chainsaws.
Updated
Australia votes
‘Game On’: ABC boss stares down Dutton’s call for cuts
A defiant ABC chair said he expected a funding review and potential cuts under a Coalition government.
Faint voice and three knocks heard at Bangkok’s grey mountain of destruction
I’ve been looking at this mound of death for days. Those poor people trapped inside. What they endured, where they might be.
US bans government staff in China from romantic or sexual relations with Chinese citizens
Though some US agencies already had strict rules on such relationships, a blanket “non-fraternisation” policy, as it is known, has been unheard of publicly since the Cold War.
Opinion
University
I used to read every CV – here’s what really stood out
I’ve spent a lot of my life looking at resumés. Often, the candidate’s qualifications are the last things I look at.
Tim Duggan
Work columnist
Kris crosses late to leave Raiders fans in raptures
Canberra had one last chance to beat Cronulla in their Thursday night clash. They did so with a four-pointer their fans will long remember.
‘I need more out of him’: Waratahs coach lays down challenge to benched Tupou
Dan McKellar has dropped Taniela Tupou to the bench for the first time this season, but the coach believes the best is still to come from the tighthead prop.
How Bailey Hayward is stepping out from shadow of one of league’s most infamous names
Young Bulldogs playmaker is stopped regularly about his grandfather, Paul Hayward – one of the game’s saddest stories – as he makes a name for himself at Belmore.
Forget the Greek Islands: Paradise exists here on Greece’s mainland
The overlooked Peloponnese peninsula offers a locale worthy of a goddess.
★★½
Review
A Minecraft Movie collapses under its own blocky ambition
A Minecraft Movie, a live-action adaptation of the biggest video game ever, grafts a stock fantasy quest onto a landscape where plot was never the point.
Surprising ingredient adds crunch and zing to this midweek chicken schnitz
Looking for a feel-good recipe with an adventurous twist? Click this way.
Chappell Roan says parenthood is ‘hell’. Here’s what the experts say
The pop star’s comments have triggered a major online debate. Now, experts weigh in on the realities of parenthood.
Exclusive
Interview
‘I would just go AWOL’: How Walton Goggins survived seven-month filming stint
The White Lotus star has a knack for playing misunderstood fringe dwellers. To his surprise, it’s turned him into the most relatable man on TV.
Opinion
Digital transformation
The digital age is a pain in the digit – and my texting thumb is over it
So you’ve never had this condition, “texting thumb”? Keep scrolling – and scrolling – and you’ll get the feel of it.
Cherie Gilmour
Freelance writer
Federal Election 2025
Five countries worst hit by Trump’s tariffs
Trump’s tariffs mean Australian exports to the US will attract a 10 per cent charge. Goods from these countries won’t get off so lightly.
Cattle farmers would rather cop Trump’s tariffs than diseases from American beef
Australian livestock producers are defiant in the face of the US president’s trade crackdown.
Sydney
Police should back off drug users, says report
The final report from NSW Labor’s Drug Summit, published on Thursday, recommends halving sentences for adults convicted of possessing or using drugs.
‘Very distressing’: Beachfront homes teetering after massive swell pounds NSW coast
A huge surge has caused landslips underneath beachfront properties at two communities at the heart of a heated debate over plans to build seawalls.
Staff at 32 hospitals will strike for three days. One judge in particular is not happy
The doctors’ union has been given less than 24 hours to back down on its planned three-day strike or risk derailing a deal for resigning psychiatrists.
First metro train rolls along last stage of Sydney’s $21.6b line
The journey marks the start of more than 6500 hours of testing, which will determine when the line opens to passengers next year.
Sydney event cancelled over fears of alleged assassination attempt on UFC fighter
A mixed martial arts event has been cancelled amid fears a coach and former UFC fighter could be the target of an alleged gangland hit.
NRL 2025
Opinion
Hynes is already struggling, and Stuart is about to make life even harder
The Raiders coach is one of the most ruthless tacticians I’ve ever seen, but these two video breakdowns can give hope to Cronulla’s misfiring No.7.
Andrew Johns
League columnist
‘I don’t have that chip on my shoulder any more’: How Walker found peace
The Parramatta recruit has won a premiership, represented NSW and Australia and made 232 NRL appearances. But it hasn’t been all smooth sailing.
Politics
The tiny Australian islands no one expected to draw Trump’s fury
No one lives there except penguins and seals, but Donald Trump reckons they should be slapped with a 10 per cent tariff.
Business
This business signed a $3.5m export deal. Then Trump’s tariffs hit
Melbourne business Crusader Caravans is reeling after realising that 50 caravans set to be exported into Florida will be hit by Trump’s tariffs.
World
Trump spent 48 minutes declaring war on trade. We fact-checked his claims
The US president unveiled his global tariff policy during a long and sometimes meandering press conference on what he dubbed “Liberation Day”. We analysed what he said.
Opinion
Bondi has seen big waves before, but nothing like Black Sunday
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
Donald Trump’s dumb war just got much, much dumber
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
Dutton looks shaky as his aptitude is put to ultimate test
Niki Savva
Award-winning political commentator and author
Dennis Lillee rang me up, and I was 10 years old again
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
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Property
Dylan is a teacher. He’s not sure he can afford to stay in Sydney
Sydney rents have soared in unexpected regions as renters flock to more far-flung and affordable neighbourhoods.
The households who can no longer afford their investment properties
Interest rates stayed on hold this week, but some home owners are feeling the pressure a lot more sharply than others.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Honey, jam and flower sprinkles: Meghan’s As Ever range sells out in 30 minutes
The Duchess of Sussex hopes her items will “infuse warmth, beauty, and intention into daily rituals”.
Culture
Exclusive
Interview
‘I would just go AWOL’: How Walton Goggins survived intense seven-month filming stint
The White Lotus star has a knack for playing misunderstood fringe dwellers. To his surprise, it’s turned him into the most relatable man on TV.
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Sport
Kris crosses to give Raiders a thrilling win over Sharks
Canberra had one last chance to beat Cronulla in their Thursday night clash. They did so with a four-pointer their fans will long remember.
Updated
Wallabies
Former Wallaby star signs NFL deal with LA Chargers
Jordan Petaia has the chance to fulfil his NFL ambition after signing with the LA Chargers. However, he could have made a very different cross-code switch.
How Bailey Hayward is stepping out from shadow of one of league’s most infamous names
Young Bulldogs playmaker is stopped regularly about his grandfather, Paul Hayward – one of the game’s saddest stories – as he makes a name for himself at Belmore.
‘He’s grown up’: Bennett backs Mitchell to keep cool against Roosters
Latrell Mitchell returns in the centres for South Sydney on Friday night, and his coach has good reason to be confident he won’t lose his head against his former club.
Analysis
Australian soccer
Players fear Matildas are ‘wasting time’ as coach search drags on and on
They’d rather be planning for the future and a home Asian Cup, but all Caitlin Foord and her Matildas teammates can do is their best.
‘I need more out of him’: Waratahs coach lays down challenge to benched Tupou
Dan McKellar has dropped Taniela Tupou to the bench for the first time this season, but the coach believes the best is still to come from the tighthead prop.
‘Everyone has a use-by date’: V’landys addresses speculation about his future
After overseeing the two biggest sports in Australia simultaneously for the past six years, Peter V’landys concedes he can’t juggle them indefinitely.
Have Your Say
Dennis Lillee rang me up this week. Suddenly, I was 10 years old again
A chat with my childhood sporting hero to discuss a fundraising dinner took us back to the golden days of World Series Cricket, the SCG Hill, Kerry Packer, and terry-towelling bucket hats.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
