Australia
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Five children, father feared dead after Queensland fire
A 28 year-old woman is thought to be the sole survivor of a devastating early morning house fire, with her husband and five young sons still missing after the huge …
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Australia’s indefinite detention laws under UN scrutiny
Australia’s limitless detention of refugees and immigrants is under the microscope as human rights groups and government watchdogs line up to criticise the powers. Australia is one of few Western …
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Man dies after ‘targeted’ late-night street shooting
Homicide squad detectives are investigating after a man was shot dead while walking down a Melbourne street. Victoria Police were called to Almeida Crescent at South Yarra, close to nightlife on …
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SBS Audio introduces “Australia Explained” for new migrants, including multilingual info on Referendum
SBS Audio launches “Australia Explained,” a rebranded version of its award-winning Settlement Guide, dedicated to supporting new migrants as net migration reaches a record high. Available in over 30 languages, …
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Higher tolls floated for drivers avoiding train or bus
The NSW roads minister has welcomed a call for income-based road tolls and higher charges for those with good access to public transport who use their cars instead. With the …
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Daughter pursues legal action against Bunnings and security officers after father’s death
The daughter of a man who died after being held in a headlock in a Bunnings Warehouse store told media that she is left with a “void in her heart” …
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Victoria’s first sobering up centre location revealed
Victoria’s first dedicated sobering up centre will be set up in Collingwood ahead of the decriminalisation of public drunkenness in the state. The 20-bed facility is a key part of …
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Nominations open for NSW Premier’s Multicultural Community Medals and Honour Roll
The nominations for the highly esteemed NSW Premier’s Multicultural Community Medals and Honour Roll are now open. These awards aim to shine a spotlight on the unsung heroes who have …
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Volunteer groups get extra support as numbers decline
Volunteer organisations will get extra funding in an effort to boost services and help those giving up their time for their communities. More than six million Australians volunteer each year …
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PM fires back at political attack over Indigenous voice
Anthony Albanese has gone on the attack after being accused of dividing the nation over an Indigenous voice to parliament. The prime minister came under sustained pressure during Question Time …