Australia
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Stance toughens on extremism as police thwart neo-Nazis
Laws against incitement should be tested in court in order to stop extremist groups flaunting their racist ideology, the Nationals leader says as police tackle a far-right group on the …
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Inflation numbers key drawcard in data-packed week
Inflation numbers for the final three months of 2023 will set the scene for this year’s first cash rate call. The December quarter consumer price index is expected to come …
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Basil Zempilas takes the plunge into formal politics
In a culmination of speculation that has kept political circles on edge, Perth Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas has officially thrown his hat into the political ring. The anticipation surrounding his …
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Albanese ‘hopeful’ for Senate support in tax cut change
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese remains confident changes to stage three tax cuts will be passed into law, despite needing the support of crossbenchers to pass on the financial relief. Under …
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Why divorce peaks in January and is still stigmatised among Greek-Australians
Divorce is a topic that has become significantly more normalised in recent times, with the popular phrase stating that at least 50 per cent of marriages end in divorce. One …
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ACCC to probe supermarket duopoly dominance in inquiry
The consumer watchdog has vowed it will “forensically” examine possible price gouging at the checkout as part of an inquiry into the supermarket industry. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Thursday …
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A voice for the voiceless: Pat Dodson hangs up his hat
When Senator Pat Dodson hangs up his hat – with its familiar band showing the colours of the Aboriginal flag – he’ll be calling time on an extraordinary career that …
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Calls for further changes to altered tax cut plan
A political fight is looming on the future of stage three tax cut changes, with the Greens calling for further alterations to the government’s proposal. Under the reworked scheme unveiled …
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Focus on unity as Australians mark national day
Australians should focus on the things that unite us, the governor general says in the face of another Australia Day marked with celebration, protests and new beginnings. Delivering his final …
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14 Hellenes shine in Australia Day Honours
Members of Australia’s Greek community continue to feature strongly in the Australia Day Honours list, with at least 14 recipients of Hellenic background being recognised this year. This is a …