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26th October 2024

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We’ve been powerless for 10 days. Does anyone care?

Powerless. That’s how the residents of the far-west NSW city of Broken Hill have felt for the past 10 days, as it struggles to survive with constant electricity outages.

Transgrid accused of ’gambling’ on Broken Hill’s power supply

Leaked Transgrid logs show the back-up generators have been off and on for more than a year, as workers accuse the company of spending money on connecting renewables at the expense...

Ambitious new plan to transform Sydney’s ‘Deadsville’

A ‘bold vision’ for Sydney Olympic Park has been unveiled, with homes for 30,000 residents, new shops and schools, and tourist activities.

‘Not independent’: Spender, Teal MPs’ voting records under fire

The parliamentary voting records of Allegra Spender and the Teal independents have come under the microscope, as the Wentworth MP said “no one tells me how to vote”.

Cops too busy to check on coward attackers out on bail

There has been a dramatic decline in checks on domestic violence offenders out on bail, as the government admits police don’t have enough staff to manage the problem.

Rogan v Beyoncé: Trump, Harris clash in battle of megastars

In a tale of two Texases, Donald Trump’s interview with Joe Rogan in Austin and Beyoncé’s expected performance with Kamala Harris in Houston could tip the deadlocked presidential e...

DPP considers options after robber gave welcome to country in court

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions is considering their response after a teen who robbed two elderly women was invited to give a welcome to country by the sentencing...

Sport blockbusters, global megastars: Sydney’s $60m fortnight

From The Weeknd to The Everest … major sport and music events in Sydney over the past few weeks have resulted in a massive windfall for the NSW economy.

‘Glimmer of hope’: rents fall across two thirds of Sydney

Rents have begun to drop across much of Sydney, with landlords slashing hundreds off rents in some areas because of recent market changes.

Harris loses lead for first time since overtaking Trump

Kamala Harris saw the complete erosion of the national lead held after replacing Joe Biden, as Donald Trump chipped away at the popular vote.

Mogul’s ‘stolen’ $1.3m used to pay off women, officials, accused claims

The secrets of a powerful eastern suburbs family are set to be revealed in a case involving $1.3 million in alleged illegal bank transfers.

Maxwell: I don’t have an alcohol problem

Glenn Maxwell has opened up on his relationship with alcohol and ‘unfair’ public perceptions – plus the mysterious evening in India that was the most scary of the...

Halloween spider sparks neighbourhood brawl

Community members in Sydney’s inner west are divided on one home’s Halloween decorations, with one member of the community refuses to walk by display — but not everyone is sympathe...

Grieving mum helps to heal broken souls of road horror

Di McMurtrie was waiting in the wings for another broken soul and as always, another one came. This time it was the grandfather of little Ivy Hodgess, who was killed on the mid nor...

CBA accused of bullying staff with return-to-office edict

The Finance Sector Union says the Commonwealth Bank’s decision to discipline or cut bonuses from workers who breach return-to-office rules is outrageous.

‘Sad’ and ‘lonely’: Diddy’s life behind bars revealed

Disgraced rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs is living a miserable existence in a notorious New York jail according to a prison insider despite being granted a quirky special privilege.

‘Filthy’ Flanno slams Hunt exit rumours, addresses Gutho links

Dragons coach Shane Flanagan has lifted the lid on how the Ben Hunt contract saga will unfold, revealed where Valentine Holmes will play and addressed links to Eels star Clint Guth...

Expansion bombshell as NRL rejects eight hopeful bids

The Jets’ hopes of a top-flight rugby league return have been crushed, after the NRL rejected not just Newtown’s bid, but all eight expansion hopefuls.

Lindy Klim and husband split after six years

Model and Indonesian princess Lindy Klim has split from her second husband, Adam Ellis. The ex-wife of Olympian Michael Klim married British property developer Ellis in 2018.

Key star missing from major Nine event

Channel 9 pushed ahead with a key annual event, despite a horror week for the broadcaster. But there was one key star missing on the night.

Woman charged over alleged assault on Lidia Thorpe at MCG

A woman has been charged over an alleged assault on Senator Lidia Thorpe at the MCG, after a Dreamtime AFL game in May this year.

Hunter crash victim’s dad launches class action against govt

The father of one of the 10 victims of the fatal Hunter Valley bus crash has launched a class action against Transport for NSW over the interchange where the tragedy occurred.

Never miss a moment with the Telegraph app

The Daily Telegraph app gives you a front row seat to the news as it happens every day. Here’s why you should download today.

Turnbull’s private $150m home revealed

Malcolm Turnbull continues to have by far the most valuable home of a former prime minister and it’s been estimated to be worth a jaw-dropping price.

Lindy Klim and husband split after six years

Model and Indonesian princess Lindy Klim has split from her second husband, Adam Ellis. The ex-wife of Olympian Michael Klim married British property developer Ellis in 2018.

‘Legend with a six pack’: Man strips to save kangaroo at beach

A man is being recognised by the southern suburbs community for his selfless act after he jumped into the waters to rescue a roo. See more pics.

8 wickets, one run: Watch remarkable cricket collapse

WA coach Adam Voges has described his shock after watching his side slump to the lowest total in its domestic 50-over history in a historic collapse against Tasmania. See how it ha...

‘P*** taker’: What your halloween costume says about you

As you gear up for another year of pounding the pavement in your makeshift ensemble, here’s what you choose to wear for a Halloween costume reveals.

Raygun as you’ve never seen her before

After her controversial turn at the Paris Olympics, Rachael Gunn – AKA Raygun – shows off a new look, as she delivers a message to her critics – and reveals her next power move.

Popular Aussie ute fires fresh shot in vehicle war

Running changes to this popular model should help it win ground in the fight with Ford’s Ranger.

Grohl’s daughter breaks silence after secret baby scandal

Dave Grohl’s teenage daughter has broken her silence a month after the Foo Fighters’ frontman revealed he had fathered a child outside of his marriage.

Who Erin Molan can thank for meeting the King

King Charles making a joke about my face, to my face, was not on this week’s bingo card — but it happened, writes Erin Molan.

Back-to-back titles to scrap heap: Rising star grabs second chance

Maja Markovski went from winning consecutive ALW championships with Melbourne Victory to being uncontracted at age 20 – here is how she fought her way back to the elite level.

Apple’s new feature to stop creeps sending nudes to kids

A new tech feature allowing young users to report dodgy material sent to them has been hailed as a positive step forward, but more needs to be done. Here’s what you should know.

The one thing Aussie icon doesn’t want to be called

At 84, Ken Done isn’t ready to slow down. He’s one of the greats but he tells Confidential there is one word he isn’t comfortable with.

All I could think was I’m going to die and there’s nothing I can do

Melanoma expert Professor Richard Scolyer, the joint 2024 Australian of the Year, was in Poland last year when he woke up feeling “seriously wrong”. This is the terrifying thing th...

The 'old-school' fashion item making a comeback

Footwear trends come and go, but this one you may already have at home.

Fashion CEO mocks Gen Z job application

The fashion CEO and panellist on Shark Tank ruthlessly ripped apart a potential employee’s job application, which she accused of being created with ChatGPT.

Bombshell decision in Menendez brothers case

Prosecutors have announced whether or not Erik and Lyle Menendez will be resentenced for the 1989 killings of their parents in Beverly Hills, the focus of a hit Netflix series.

Hemsworth shows off his guns while filming latest blockbuster

Hollywood hunk Chris Hemsworth knows a thing or two about showing off his guns, but he took it to a whole new level while filming his latest blockbuster.

‘Low’ Matildas in need of lift without Kerr

With Sam Kerr still sidelined, the Matildas are set to embark on their post-Olympics journey in the hope of restoring belief within the camp.

Alternative to Tesla? New EV to shake up Australia

This car has what it takes to shake up the Aussie motoring establishment but it isn’t without its flaws.

Revolting proof that we’re now taking anti-ageing too far

Defying time is an ongoing challenge but the lengths that some are going to may just be too far.