Knights start NRLW season strong; Barilaro returns to politics

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1. No Southwell, no problems as Knights edge past Sharks

   The Newcastle Knights have started their NRLW campaign on a high, beating last year's preliminary finalists Cronulla in the opening game of the season.

   newcastleweekly.com.au

2. Replacement forward's first ever NRLW try sees Knights seal season opener late

   A Newcastle substitute replacement forward scored her first ever NRLW try in the late stages to seal the Knights' season opener, carrying three defenders across the line.

   newcastleherald.com.au

3. 'Synergy greater than the risk': Hunter senator hires John Barilaro in 'favour' role

   John Barilaro has returned to politics as a part-time adviser to Hunter senator Ross Cadell after sensationally quitting in 2021.

   newcastleherald.com.au

4. 'I was stuck': Belmont woman's struggle shows inheritance trap

   A Belmont woman's struggle with an inheritance trap highlights a broader issue, with an estimated $5.4 trillion expected to pass between generations.

   newcastleherald.com.au

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