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Scientists find what may be universe’s brightest object

Astronomers have discovered what may be the brightest object in the universe, a quasar with a black hole at its heart growing so fast that it swallows the equivalent of …

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Lease-to-own model targets young homebuyers

A new housing model will be launching in Australia that aims to help overcome affordability hurdles facing many new homebuyers. Lease-to-own platform Ownlea will let users rent from a selection …

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Company fined $1.3m for contractor forklift crush death

A Victorian company has been fined $1.3 million in the state’s first workplace manslaughter prosecution. The devastated family of Michael Tsahrelias wiped away tears outside court on Monday after Laith …

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Opposition out to politicise boat arrivals: Albanese

The prime minister has accused Opposition Leader Peter Dutton of seeking to politicise border security following a boat arrival carrying a group of refugees in remote Western Australia. The group, …

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Hard work not tricks – Ange’s formula for beaten Spurs

Ange Postecoglou has warned no magic wand will get Tottenham’s Premier League top-four tilt back on track after they suffered a 2-1 home defeat to Wolves. Spurs had returned to …

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More than 16,000 Vic homes still off-grid after storms

Electricity workers in Victoria say 16,501 homes and businesses remain without power following storms that toppled trees and brought down powerlines on Tuesday. Most properties without power are in Melbourne’s …

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Call opens to to join the South Australian Multicultural Commission

The South Australian Multicultural Commission is tasked with providing counsel to the South Australian government, the Commission relies on the tapestry of cultures, skills, and experiences of its members. The …

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Home losses hit 44 in bushfire-ravaged Victorian town

The number of homes destroyed by bushfires in Victoria’s west has jumped as residents return to assess the damage. Premier Jacinta Allan confirmed 44 homes have been lost at Pomonal …

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Frustration as big cemetery trust refuses to open books

A major manager of public cemeteries continues to “significantly impair transparency” by refusing to allow NSW state auditors to probe its financial records. The Catholic Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust manages five …

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Container Deposit Scheme sees millions of containers returned

Many across the state of Victoria have been supportive of the government’s recent Container Deposit Scheme, which has seen more than 147 million containers returned for over $14 million in …

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