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‘Lifelong sentence’ for masseur’s sex assault victim

‘Lifelong sentence’ for masseur’s sex assault victim

A traumatised woman has been unable to go to the dentist or get a haircut for two years after she was sexually assaulted during a massage session.

'Under the radar': Star's new role helps Spirit to soar

'Under the radar': Star's new role helps Spirit to soar

'Under the radar': Star's new role helps Spirit to soar

'Under the radar': Star's new role helps Spirit to soar

Bendigo's Olivia Pollerd believes the WNBL is underestimating her team, while Adelaide's Dallas Loughridge says her new coach has reignited their group.

Surprise Golden Boot winner named, Dylan Brown denied

Surprise Golden Boot winner named, Dylan Brown denied

Surprise Golden Boot winner named, Dylan Brown denied

Surprise Golden Boot winner named, Dylan Brown denied

Dylan Brown has missed out on rugby league's prestigous Golden Boot award, despite being named man of the match in all three of the Kiwis' Pacific Cup games.

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Why veteran feels he's already won Sydney to Hobart

Why veteran feels he's already won Sydney to Hobart

A luxurious yacht and the oldest boat to ever race the bluewater classic will headline Maritimo's fleet, and it's exciting both skippers.

Harbour Bridge toll decision means red tape for drivers

Harbour Bridge toll decision means red tape for drivers

Drivers have been promised ongoing toll rebates in exchange for the introduction of a two way toll on the Harbour bridge, but there'll be no automatic refunds.

Businesses spared rising costs as peace deal struck

Businesses spared rising costs as peace deal struck

Christmas has come early for businesses with a months-long impasse on workers compensation resolved, ensuring insurance premiums do not surge.

'Glorified shed': desperate conditions for migrant mums

'Glorified shed': desperate conditions for migrant mums

A migrant mother who abandoned her baby in a motel is just one example of the dire circumstances experienced by workers filling labour gaps in rural Australia.

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Intruder found guilty of raping aged-care resident

Intruder found guilty of raping aged-care resident

Intruder found guilty of raping aged-care resident

Intruder found guilty of raping aged-care resident

A judge has found a man guilty of raping a 76-year-old woman during a New Year's break-and-enter, rejecting his claims they only had a scuffle in the dark.

Sydney Sixers' teen star sidelined with back injury

Sydney Sixers' teen star sidelined with back injury

Sydney Sixers' teen star sidelined with back injury

Sydney Sixers' teen star sidelined with back injury

Sydney Sixers' 16-year-old star Caoimhe Bray will miss several months of cricket, after scans showed a re-emergence of a stress fracture in her back.

Stalker’s obsession with radio host Jackie O explained

Stalker’s obsession with radio host Jackie O explained

Stalker’s obsession with radio host Jackie O explained

Stalker’s obsession with radio host Jackie O explained

A mentally ill man was experiencing delusions when he sent hundreds of messages to radio host Jackie O before turning up outside her home.

Mitchell could take centre stage in Souths backline

Mitchell could take centre stage in Souths backline

Mitchell could take centre stage in Souths backline

Mitchell could take centre stage in Souths backline

Latrell Mitchell has trained at centre for South Sydney, in a move that would allow for Jye Gray to wear the No.1 jersey for the Rabbitohs in 2026.

Residents come to terms with devastation of bushfire

Residents come to terms with devastation of bushfire

Residents come to terms with devastation of bushfire

Residents come to terms with devastation of bushfire

As a community takes stock after a blazing inferno that destroyed 16 homes, legal advocates say being prepared for the worst case scenario is crucial.

Patients suffer while hospital funding row drags on

Patients suffer while hospital funding row drags on

Patients suffer while hospital funding row drags on

Patients suffer while hospital funding row drags on

Emergency room doctors work tirelessly to prepare patients for treatment but without funding co-operation, delays for critical care may continue to increase.

Childcare worker sentenced for grabbing, dragging boy

Childcare worker sentenced for grabbing, dragging boy

Childcare worker sentenced for grabbing, dragging boy

Childcare worker sentenced for grabbing, dragging boy

A young worker expressed remorse for assaulting a boy after becoming frustrated and flustered while trying to settle a group of children for a nap.

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Like Franklin: new Swan draws legendary comparison

Charlie Curnow is already calling the shots with his new Sydney teammates, with midfielder Errol Gulden seeing similarities with an AFL legend.

The smell of native grasses reviving women's knowledge

Indigenous women are tapping into an ancient knowledge of native grains, harvesting and cooking with them, through their sense of smell.

'Just get him here': Tszyu sweats over rival's no-show

Tim Tszyu's American rival has failed to arrive on time for the Australian superstar's scheduled super-welterweight showdown in Sydney.

You never know: retirement not on cards for Volkanovski

Set for a Sydney homecoming against Diego Lopes, Australia's UFC star Alexander Volkanovski has no plans of slowing down in his featherweight title defence.

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Mother confronts son's killer after decades of pain

The mother of a teenager killed almost three decades ago by a Molotov cocktail has spoken of the guilt and pain she has been forced to endure.

Eels make long-term call in No.1 jersey

Parramatta have made Isaiah Iongi the longest-contracted player on their 30-man roster, offering a clear sign that they view him as the club's permanent No.1.

Third teenager charged with murder over park stabbing

Police have charged a third 15-year-old with murder for his alleged role in the fatal knifing of a 17-year-old student at a park.

State-forced witness testimony 'good democratically'

A 120-year-old law forcing people to give evidence at inquiries has been slammed in court as the separation of power between judges and politicians is examined.

New deal keeps Bulldogs behemoth out of Bears' clutches

Viliame Kikau has signed a new deal that keeping him at Canterbury until at least the end of 2028.

Family honours 'wonderful' man killed battling bushfire

A man killed by a falling tree while fighting bushfires during a weekend of blazes has been remembered for his love and friendship to all who knew him.

Change to DV policing urged after woman set alight

A man murdered his partner in an apparent violent act of jealousy, prompting recommendations for change to police domestic violence procedures.

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