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August 14, 2026 · Sydney Morning Herald

JT 'caught by surprise' from Slater exit
Johnathan Thurston reveals when he found out Billy Slater was quitting as Origin coach.
PM says Trump promises to reconsider Australian tariffs
Anthony Albanese says the US President has promised to reconsider tariffs on Australian exports during a phone call betw
Slater speaks on Maroons exit
Billy Slater says he has no plans on the horizon after quitting as Queensland coach.
West Leederville set for $94m twin-tower high-rise across from train station
A green light for the West Leederville project will bring much-needed family-sized apartments – and an edible orchard –
NRL LIVE updates: Dolphins lead gritty Sea Eagles before Bulldogs battle Rabbitohs
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