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  • Several schools in Queensland and New South Wales evacuated as ...

    Several schools in Queensland and New South Wales evacuated as ...
    A number of schools in Queensland and New South Wales have been evacuated after receiving threats.The schools are understood to have received bomb threats, a Queensland Police spokesman said.He said the schools were in the Brisbane area but could not confirm the number. “What we have now is a whole lot of children outside of their classrooms on a very hot day,” he said.The threats were made over the phone.It is understood Cherrybrook Technology High and Denistone East Primary School, in Sydney’..
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  • Sydney: Thundery showers clearing overnight.

    Sydney: Thundery showers clearing overnight.
    Sydney: Thundery showers clearing overnight. 01/02/2016 , 5:49 PM by Graham Creed A weak low and trough is approaching Sydney with the potential for some further thundery showers and they could potentially be severe at times. By Tuesday morning skies will clear over Sydney with a dry and warm day and it will warm further on Wednesday ahead of a cloudier and cooler spell. From Thursday a vigorous southerly wind flow develops as air is squeezed between a low off the nort..
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  • Threats hoaxes disrupt schools in Sydney, Newcastle and Central ...

    Threats hoaxes disrupt schools in Sydney, Newcastle and Central Coast Updated February 02, 2016 13:21:26 Numerous schools across New South Wales have been disrupted for a third day by hoax threats.The ABC understands the threats were made against schools in Sydney, Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Port Stephens and on the Central Coast.NSW Police said the threats appeared to have come from overseas with no credible evidence they could be carried out in Australia."There is no ..
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  • Return of Kings 'legal rape' creator 'Roosh V' hasn't applied for visa ...

    Return of Kings 'legal rape' creator 'Roosh V' hasn't applied for visa ...
    Return of Kings 'legal rape' creator 'Roosh V' hasn't applied for visa, Peter Dutton says Updated February 02, 2016 13:04:12 A man who believes rape should be legalised has not applied for a visa, Immigration Minister Peter Dutton says, despite 'Roosh V' confirming plans to visit Canberra this weekend. Key points:Return of Kings creator confirmed to the ABC he was coming to AustraliaPeter Dutton says people who disrespect women are not welcomePetition against "tribal m..
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  • NSW council amalgamation public meetings a farce, critics say

    NSW council amalgamation public meetings a farce, critics say
    NSW council amalgamation public meetings a farce, critics say Posted February 02, 2016 12:22:52 A series of public hearings that begin today into forced council amalgamations in New South Wales have been dismissed by critics as little more than a farce.The hearings are part of the NSW Government's plans to slash the number of councils in the state from 152 to 112.At least one hearing is being held into every merger proposal, with delegates appointed by the Office of L..
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  • Kensington Street Social

    Kensington Street Social
    Brasserie buzz: Kensington Street Social occupies a high-ceilinged space inside the Old Clare Hotel, Chippendale. Photo: Edwina Pickles Terry Durack Sydney, you've hit the big time. Just like Dubai, Hong Kong and Vegas, you're now in the sights of every big-time chef who wants a global empire at his feet. It can't be long before we get Gordon Ramsay's 13th, Mario Batali's 30th and Jean-George Vongerichten's 31st global restaurant. It's great that we're maturing as a food destination; grea..
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  • Auburn council's Salim Mehajer to plead not guilty to electoral fraud ...

    Auburn council's Salim Mehajer to plead not guilty to electoral fraud ...
    Auburn council's Salim Mehajer to plead not guilty to electoral fraud charges By Danuta Kozaki and staff Updated February 02, 2016 13:16:08 Auburn councillor Salim Mehajer intends to plead not guilty to electoral fraud charges, a Sydney court has been told.Mehajer is one of eight people accused of electoral fraud offences relating to the September 2012 local council elections in New South Wales.The Auburn Deputy Mayor faces 77 charges, including 76 counts of using..
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  • Goalkeeper Crickmore joins Sydney Olympic FC

    Goalkeeper Crickmore joins Sydney Olympic FC
    FOOTBALL: Buderim's Denver Crickmore has linked with historic club Sydney Olympic. The talented teenage goal keeper was part of the Brisbane Roar youth set-up for the past two years. "(But) when contract renewal time came he decided to move on and seek another opportunity elsewhere, and at the age of 19 you can understand (that)," his agent Aston Bell said. "Denver has continued to work hard in the off-season whilst we found him another senior football opportunity." In recent mont..
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  • Quade Cooper and Sonny Bill Williams set to face off in Sydney ...

    Quade Cooper and Sonny Bill Williams set to face off in Sydney ...
    Video will begin in 5 seconds. Sport: The week's best plays From buzzer beaters to wonder goals, these are the most exciting, silly and downright crazy plays in the sporting world this week. PT1M42S 620 349 A Saturday night showdown between Quade Cooper and Sonny Bill Williams may provide the highlight of this weekend's Sydney Sevens at Allianz Stadium. The Wallabies and the third-ranked All Blacks are scheduled to meet at 9pm on Saturday in the nightcap of the opening day's p..
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  • Waratahs' skipper Dennis signs with Exeter

    Waratahs' skipper Dennis signs with Exeter
    New South Wales Waratahs club captain Dave Dennis has signed for English Premiership side the Exeter Chiefs for three years.The 30-year-old who has 18 Test caps for Australia will depart after this year's Super Rugby season, the Sydney-based outfit announced.The Waratahs website on Tuesday paid tribute to Dennis saying he will leave "a lasting legacy, inspiring teammates with his professionalism and leadership qualities."The big loose forward will join Queensland Reds prop Greg Holmes at Exet..
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