'Issue for the world': Albanese increases Ukraine aid

'Issue for the world': Albanese increases Ukraine aid

An emotional Anthony Albanese has signed a security agreement with Ukraine following a meeting with President Volodymyr ⁠Zelenskiy at the UN.

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Thursday, September 24, 2026

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Job figures will be the latest key data in the economic jigsaw puzzle as a rate rise looms

The sensational trial of an alleged double killer and former cop will enter its third day

AFL grand final contenders Fremantle and Brisbane will unveil their teams

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