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Small group of Aussies still stranded in New Caledonia
Fewer than 10 Australians are still seeking to get out of New Caledonia after deadly riots in the French territory, with the majority of tourists already repatriated, the government says. …
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More Australians to be flown home from New Caledonia
Australia will operate further repatriation flights out of New Caledonia as it seeks to bring home the last of its stranded citizens following deadly riots there. Two Australian government-assisted flights …
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Australia urged to strike Assange deal after court win
There is a renewed push for the Australian government to help secure a deal to release Julian Assange after he was granted leave to appeal his extradition from the UK …
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Australia cleared to fly citizens out of New Caledonia
Australia will send two government-assisted flights for citizens and other tourists to depart New Caledonia as riots and unrest mar the French territory in the Pacific. Foreign Minister Penny Wong …
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Thousands gather for Anzac Day services under full moon
Thousands of Australians have gathered at dawn services around the country to commemorate the sacrifices of service men and women past and present on Anzac Day. In Canberra, a single …
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Greens push ‘big stick’ laws to break up supermarkets
Supermarkets that steamroll their customers and suppliers could be stripped of investments and properties under proposed laws. The Greens will push divestiture powers in the Senate this week, allowing the …
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Millions of welfare recipients to get boost in payments
Australians on social security are set to receive more money in their pockets when payments are indexed. Those on the age pension, disability support pension and carer payment will pocket …
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TikTok privacy breach allegations under spotlight
TikTok is under the spotlight in Australia amid allegations of privacy breaches and personal data being siphoned. The Australian Information Commissioner is inquiring into the social media giant’s handling of …
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Parents’ income segregates Australian school students
Australia’s school system has been described as one of the most segregated in the developed world, with parents’ pay packets determining the likelihood of success. Education Minister Jason Clare has …
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Nazi salute to be outlawed to stop ‘glorified hatred’
The Nazi salute and hate symbols will be outlawed under new counter terrorism laws. Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus said the government was drawing a line in the sand on glorifying hatred. …