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Sue Williams is a Sydney-based freelance travel writer, author and journalist who's filed for newspapers, magazines, radio and TV stations around the world.

Derek’s home was worth $900,000. He’ll walk away with nothing

Derek’s home was worth $900,000. He’ll walk away with nothing

The owner of an apartment in the troubled Mascot Towers has accused the NSW government of the “ultimate betrayal”.

  • by Sue Williams
Rupert spent two weeks in Bali without drinking. He’s not alone

Rupert spent two weeks in Bali without drinking. He’s not alone

They’re calling it The Next Big Dry – young Australian travellers overseas turning their back on alcohol-fuelled partying and instead opting for high sobriety.

  • by Sue Williams
Ultimate Africa: 10 of the best experiences to try right now

Ultimate Africa: 10 of the best experiences to try right now

With its rich wildlife, extraterrestrial landscapes and warm hospitality, there’s little wonder as to why this continent is on many a traveller’s hit list.

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When my mum died, an artwork provided unexpected comfort

When my mum died, an artwork provided unexpected comfort

Commissioned during Mum’s final weeks, the painting was a reminder of the power of art in times of grief.

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Jan’s building has concrete cancer and harbour views. Developers are trying to persuade her to sell

Jan’s building has concrete cancer and harbour views. Developers are trying to persuade her to sell

Residents in crumbling apartment blocks on the north shore are being targeted with warnings of disaster unless they sell - so the buildings can be redeveloped.

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Mascot Towers nightmare set to end as owners sell for knockdown prices

Mascot Towers nightmare set to end as owners sell for knockdown prices

A rescue package will allow apartment owners to get out of the block and get on with their lives, although some are still missing out.

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What I learnt driving 22,000 kilometres around Australia as a solo woman

What I learnt driving 22,000 kilometres around Australia as a solo woman

Julia’s great adventure started as a vague stirring in her soul. But the delirious sense of freedom far exceeded her expectations.

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Is the age of entitlement over? It depends on what age you are

Is the age of entitlement over? It depends on what age you are

A strong sense of entitlement can bring rewards, so which generation is most entitled to feel entitled?

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The Sydney suburbs where negative gearing is going through the roof

The Sydney suburbs where negative gearing is going through the roof

The gap between what investors receive in rent and spend in mortgage repayments is widening, in some areas by more than $1000 a week.

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How to avoid a home reno budget blow-out

How to avoid a home reno budget blow-out

Rising building costs and a shortage of tradesmen have made it harder to renovate on a budget. But there are still steps homes owners can take to slash the cost of a home upgrade.

  • by Sue Williams