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Barangaroo casino: parking, traffic concerns raised by Transport for NSW

Transport for NSW also says that the impact of the CBD light rail on future traffic volumes around Barangaroo South has not been taken into account by Lend Lease in its application. The agency says the changes to George Street in the Sydney CBD when ... >> view original

Sydney mining CEO Glen Paul Darby guilty of rape but granted bail

Defence barrister Tim Game, SC, said in his submissions that the jury's verdicts were inconsistent and irrational, giving rise to high prospects of a successful appeal in the NSW Criminal Court of Appeal. The Crown opposed the granting of a "special or ... >> view original

Buy a bun for cause

THERE has never been a better reason to satisfy your sweet tooth than to buy a finger bun from Bakers Delight to support the Breast Cancer Network Australia's (BCNA) Pink Bun campaign. All money raised through the sale of the treats until June 3 will go ... >> view original

Brain tumour boy due for surgery thanks to fundraiser and generosity of ...

TELEGRAPH readers have dug deep to provide more than $72,000 for a four-year-old's life-saving surgery in a heartfelt response as immediate as it was overwhelming. With donations ranging from anonymous pledges of $20, to family businesses offering ... >> view original

Vet stunned by python who ate barbecue tongs

A cautionary tale for snake owners - don't use the barbeque tongs when you're feeding it. Winston the python's owner was using tongs to feed him a rat when he swallowed them both. The vet took some convincing about what was wrong: "I've been a vet ... >> view original

REPORT: Australia's drug trade is at a record high

In a report by the Australian Crime Commission, over 112,000 illicit drug arrests and 93,000 illicit drug seizures were made in Australia from 2013-14 — the highest ever on record. National drug arrests reported a 10 percent increase on the previous year with ... >> view original

NDIS citizens' jury finds scheme successful so far, but with work to do

The NDIS citizens' jury finds the scheme is already giving people living with disabilities more independence and an improved quality of life, but there is room for improvement in its roll out. Witness and NDIS participant Simone Stevens is pleased with the ... >> view original

Can Pedialyte Cure A Hangover?

Although it was made for children, Pedialyte is becoming a popular hangover cure. A recent study, which was conducted by Nielsen marketing research firm, suggests adults often purchase the electrolyte drink for themselves — not their children. The trend is ... >> view original

Call for rethink on law as research shows Australians the world's biggest users of ...

RESEARCH shows Australians are the world's biggest users of overseas surrogacy, even ahead of the US. Here, a mother and surrogate share their experiences with the processes. THE MOTHER. SELENA Wool, 35, has lost six babies; three of them ... >> view original

The happiest jobs: gardeners, florists and hairdressers top the list

Paul Dolan knows how to make you happy. If you want to be happy, choose your job carefully. "Lost happiness is lost forever." Paul Dolan. Gardeners and florists are the happiest of all the professions and nearly twice as happy as people in more prestigious ... >> view original