Australia
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Severe weather warning for border as ex-Kirrily lingers
Northwest regions already battling floods are preparing for another soaking this weekend, with ex-Tropical Cyclone Kirrily set to return. After hammering the region days earlier, the former cyclone is set …
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At-war Liberals ready for defamation trial
A high-profile lawyer has been dressed down in court as exiled Victorian Liberal MP Moira Deeming’s defamation battle with Opposition Leader John Pesutto heads for trial. In a procedural hearing …
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Dutton signals support for Labor’s changes to tax cuts
Households facing higher living costs are soon expected to receive much-needed support, with the coalition unlikely to stand in the way of reworked tax cuts. Peter Dutton questioned the costings …
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Severe teacher shortage as the school year starts
As the new school year begins in Australia, a shortage of teachers is expected to impact many students. Despite efforts by both state and federal governments to address the issue, …
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‘Trackless trams’ tipped to save emissions and budgets
Australian cities are being urged to consider adopting “trackless tram” technology to cut emissions, reduce traffic and help household budgets. Prominent urban planner Mike Day issued the recommendation after Perth …
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Australia’s COVID-19 response ‘worst ever failing’
Australia’s COVID-19 pandemic response has been slammed as the “worst ever public health failing” as doctors call for a royal commission into the nation’s handling of the crisis. Labor went …
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Inflation rate eases to two-year low in welcome sign
Australian mortgage holders can rest easy heading into the first cash rate call of the year following convincing progress on inflation. Yet even with softer set of consumer price data …
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Aussies back tax changes but opponents want more info
Treasury officials will be asked to explain how changes to tax cuts won’t spike already high inflation as voters indicate support for Labor’s new plan. Nearly three in five voters …
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Adelaide man, Vasilis Vergulis, proclaims innocence in face of murder and attempted murder charges
In a recent court appearance, Vasilis Vergulis firmly declared his innocence against charges of murdering his wife and attempting to murder his daughter in their Campbelltown home last July. The …
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Vic Alhadeff OAM recognised in the 2024 Australia Day Honours list
The 2024 Australia Day Honours list recognises and celebrates 1,042 Australians, including awards in the Order of Australia (General and Military Divisions), meritorious awards and recognition for distinguished and conspicuous …