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Andrew Rickert
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Assistant Chief of Staff @ 9News Sydney.
Local news / motorsport journalist.
Police raised concerns internally about the “optics” of neo-Nazis rallying outside NSW parliament and the impact on the Jewish community more than a week before the National Socialist Network protest, documents reveal.
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‘Mal not happy’: Police text messages reveal neo-Nazi rally fallout
A tranche of documents tabled in parliament includes text messages from a deputy police commissioner, who failed to tell his boss about the rally plans.
www.smh.com.au
November 21, 2025 at 8:05 AM
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NSW has released the first approved “pattern book” designs that will allow new low-rise housing developments to be fast-tracked. Each design is available for $1 for the first six months ($1,000 after that) with an approval process of just ten days. #9news
July 16, 2025 at 1:44 AM
The latest iteration of Formula 4 in Australia begins today at The Bend as the AU4 Championship. Here's everything we know so far - and will keep this updated as we get to know the new young drivers!
AU4 Championship - teams, drivers, everything you need to know
The Australian Formula 4 championship returns with a new name and new promoter this year.
raceweek.com.au
May 23, 2025 at 11:33 PM
McLaren junior Alex Dunne is on a hot streak in Formula 2.
#MonacoGP #FIAF2 #Formula2
Irishman Alex Dunne continues F2 streak with pole in Monaco
McLaren junior Alex Dunne is on a hot streak in Formula 2.
raceweek.com.au
May 23, 2025 at 11:31 PM
Qualifying in a group format around the tight streets of Monaco was no problem for the Red Bull junior.
#MonacoGP #FIAF3 #Formula3
Nikola Tsolov takes maiden F3 pole with impressive pace in Monaco
Qualifying in a group format around the tight streets of Monaco was no problem for the Red Bull junior.
raceweek.com.au
May 23, 2025 at 11:28 PM
Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers heads in to meeting with financial regulators: "Australia is well-placed and well-prepared... We are working closely with the regulators; we are confident that we can weather these global conditions, but we are not complacent..." #9News #auspol
April 9, 2025 at 5:22 AM
Spoke to the Bureau of Meteorology ahead of the Australian Grand Prix. Conditions should ease but there is a chance of storms right at the end of the race. #f1 #ausgp
Australian Grand Prix forecast - cold and windy but rain to ease ahead of race start
Cold and wet conditions have hampered racing at the Australian Grand Prix, with the Formula 3 race suspended and Supercars called off in heavy showers.
raceweek.com.au
March 16, 2025 at 12:41 AM
A number of cars in the FIA Formula 2 championship reported random power cuts during Friday running at the Australian Grand Prix, leading organisers to add an extra 15-minute shakedown to the schedule.
Formula 2 struggles with technical issues as season begins in Melbourne
A 15-minute shakedown has been added to the schedule in Melbourne after a number of cars experienced random power cuts.
raceweek.com.au
March 15, 2025 at 12:59 AM
DAMS Lucas Oil, Rodin Motorsport, and Trident will face 10-place grid penalties in both FIA Formula 2 races at the Australian Grand Prix.
Three teams to start FIA Formula 2 season on the back foot after tough testing penalties
DAMS Lucas Oil, Rodin Motorsport, and Trident will face 10-place grid penalties in both races at the Australian Grand Prix.
raceweek.com.au
March 14, 2025 at 1:56 AM
The Race of Champions final came down to Team Australia Supercars against Team France in Sydney's Accor Stadium.
Heartbreak for team Australia in thrilling Race of Champions final
The Race of Champions final came down to Team Australia Supercars against Team France in Sydney's Accor Stadium.
raceweek.com.au
March 7, 2025 at 1:53 PM
Australian drivers Oscar Piastri and Jack Doohan will appear on the first day of the free fan festival at Melbourne Park Oval.
Oscar Piastri and Jack Doohan to open Aus GP Fan Festival
Australian drivers Oscar Piastri and Jack Doohan will appear on the first day of the free fan festival at Melbourne Park Oval on Wednesday.
raceweek.com.au
March 7, 2025 at 7:03 AM
SnapSendSolve posts have now gone public. Most of the posts are people desperate to get local council issues fixed. Some others.. can’t be helped.
February 9, 2025 at 12:44 AM
Aussie Patrick Heuzenroeder was rewarded after being the picture of consistency so far this season, while Arvid Lindblad sealed the Toyota FR Oceania championship.
Patrick Heuzenroeder takes first victory as Arvid Lindblad seals Toyota FR Oceania title
The Australian was rewarded after being the picture of consistency so far this season.
raceweek.com.au
February 8, 2025 at 7:01 AM
#BREAKING: Fair Work Commission to hear Sydney trains dispute between govt and RTBU next Wednesday/Thursday.

Industrial action will be suspended from 6.30pm TONIGHT until a determination can be made. #9News
January 16, 2025 at 7:13 AM
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If I was a teen who lost access to tiktok I would simply learn to appreciate the professionalism and higher production values of linear broadcast television
January 15, 2025 at 2:10 AM
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The economy is in turmoil but at least my financial future is secure thanks to my collection of 10,000 images of tennis balls. Now to take a big sip of coffee and open Bluesky
January 14, 2025 at 1:33 AM
Don’t tell me ‘this city is so boring’ until you’ve been a teenager in rural Australia, feeling like the whole world is happening somewhere else
My petty gripe: stop cringing at your city, Sydneysiders – you have no idea how good you have it
Don’t tell me ‘this city is so boring’ until you’ve been a teenager in rural Australia, feeling like the whole world is happening somewhere else
www.theguardian.com
January 13, 2025 at 11:55 PM
S5000 champion Aaron Cameron will make his return to open-wheel racing in the Formula Regional Middle East championship.
Aaron Cameron returns to open-wheel racing as FR Middle East reveals 2025 contenders
The S5000 champion returns to open-wheel racing after finishing second in Super2 last year.
raceweek.com.au
January 13, 2025 at 8:55 AM
Could Jack Doohan's first year as a Formula One driver be over before it has even begun?
Jack Doohan F1 drive in doubt as Alpine signs Franco Colapinto
Could Jack Doohan's first year as a Formula One driver be over before it has even begun?
raceweek.com.au
January 11, 2025 at 1:02 AM
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i don’t understand how, psychologically, a person gets to a place where they interpret sign language as some kind of attack or imposition on their life. like, what the fuck is wrong with you?
January 11, 2025 at 12:46 AM
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Interstate travellers take to the train as air fares between Melbourne and Sydney soar
Interstate travellers take to the train as air fares between Melbourne and Sydney soar
Exclusive: Seats on 11-hour Sydney-Melbourne service regularly sold out over holiday period, as one-way flights to Tullamarine average almost $500 * Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast The 11-hour Sydney-Melbourne train has…
www.theguardian.com
January 10, 2025 at 2:05 PM
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the all but official position of the republican party is that voting for democrats disqualifies you from federal disaster assistance
Rep. Warren Davidson on California federal disaster relief: "If they want the money, then there should be consequences where they have to change their policies ... CA wants the money without changing the policies that are making the problem worse & I don't see how Rs could possibly support that."
January 10, 2025 at 3:55 PM
The New Zealand series promises the most competitive field since it hosted a head-to-head battle between future Formula 1 stars.
Will Brown headlines strongest Toyota Formula Regional Oceania field since 2020
The New Zealand series promises the most competitive field since it hosted a head-to-head battle between future Formula 1 stars.
raceweek.com.au
January 10, 2025 at 12:39 PM
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PHOTO: 84 year old congresswoman Nancy Pelosi using a walker on the House floor after suffering a fall last month. www.kenklippenstein.com/p/nancy-pelo...
Nancy Pelosi Using A Walker on House Floor
84 year old congresswoman Nancy Pelosi is using a walker on the House floor today during the congressional certification of the election.
www.kenklippenstein.com
January 6, 2025 at 6:31 PM