Birkenstock heir emerges as $83.5m cash buyer of Sydney’s top sale of 2025

Billionaire Alex Birkenstock, heir of German cult sandal brand Birkenstock, and his wife Vanessa have settled on a waterfront estate in Rose Bay.

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The surprising birthplace of one of history’s most radical thinkers

I’m interested in learning more about someone whose ideas have fundamentally shaped 175 years of world history. But others are less enthused.

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The ‘Bermuda’ comeback: Why your dad’s favourite shorts are suddenly cool again

While micro shorts continue to be the popular choice of body-confident wearers everywhere, high-waisted styles bring a 1950s freshness to proceedings.

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The early-retirement trap: How to avoid loneliness, boredom and ‘wet leaf syndrome’

Quitting work earlier in life is the ultimate goal for many. But the reality can be a brutal letdown.

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The city where you can ski, swim and visit a film set in one day

Vancouver is renowned for its outdoor destinations, but this adventure playground also has plenty of indoor riches.

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Forget Paris: Europe’s most nine underrated cities to visit this year

In these fabulous places you will still feel as if you’re really travelling, rather than traipsing round a theme park.

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The problem at the heart of this Coalition shambles? These are not serious people

Sussan Ley’s attempts to politicise the Bondi tragedy worked in the short term, but were ultimately an act of political self-sabotage.

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The high-stakes ‘game of chicken’ highlighted by a median-strip fire

A grass fire along Hoddle Street has exposed the danger of overgrown state-owned median strips and verges.

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Eleven new CBD spots for lunch, treats and coffee (plus a bistro where everything is $14)

Beat the back-to-work blues with mid-morning breaks geared around cake and coffee, bargain lunch plates and iced matcha.

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Suspended Sydney millionaire surgeon found guilty of serious misconduct

Hotel mogul Jerry Schwartz said he planned to appeal the decision after a tribunal found he breached restrictions on his cosmetic practice by giving patients fentanyl.

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Donald wants a Trump Tower in Australia. That’s the last thing we need

Reports the Trumps are in talks for a giant tower on the Gold Coast should set off alarm bells.

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As Japan struggles with tourists, this region is still waiting for them

At the train station we’re the only passengers who get off. At our accommodation, we’re the first foreigners our host has seen in a long time.

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‘Pleasure to eat’: Pilu team’s new Circular Quay venue captures Italian coastal elegance

Don’t expect burrata or tiramisu at Giovanni Pilu’s harbourside restaurant Flaminia. The menu takes inspiration from Italy’s port cities.

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Lasers didn’t start the fire: Wild conspiracy theories follow Victoria’s bushfires

Experts warn misinformation during and after natural disasters will become more common as climate change effects increase.

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‘Nip it in the bud’: Watchdog floats banning ‘harmful’ financial advertising

The corporate regulator’s chair says there could be a case for banning some advertising of risky financial products.

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Pay cut or just a very long rally? Tennis Australia execs’ earnings revealed

The latest US tax filings show Australian Open director Craig Tiley pocketed more than $1.5 million. Meanwhile, his future at the Australian Open remains uncertain.

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This hidden cake shop delivers cosy Ghibli vibes (and it’s open after 3pm)

Layered fruit cream cake, milky chocolate cake and four-tiered honey cake are among the Korean- and Japanese-inspired creations at Kiki Dessert.

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‘Well-kept secret’: The Melbourne suburb where units are up nearly 30 per cent

Home buying hopefuls armed with help from the government have been flocking to more affordable property options, new figures show.

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First look: Inside the sumptuous bistro that wants to shake up hotel dining

Designed by a big name, Coupette has an owner who’s “obsessed with hotels” and wants his venues to stop hotel guests walking out the door after they check in.

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Minns’ popularity soars after Bondi terror attack response

Voters have roundly rewarded Premier Chris Minns for his response to the Bondi terror attack, while polling shows the rising threat of One Nation in NSW.

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