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Backpacker killer's foul-mouthed denial in rare video

Backpacker killer's foul-mouthed denial in rare video

A notorious Australian murderer can be seen aggressively denying knowing where a body from an infamous killing is during an interview weeks before his death.

Australian asylum reject's bid to outrun Trump purge

Australian asylum reject's bid to outrun Trump purge

Australian asylum reject's bid to outrun Trump purge

Australian asylum reject's bid to outrun Trump purge

A young refugee rebuffed by Australia now hopes he can outlast the Trump administration's bid to be rid of him while on a temporary study visa.

'Shocking disregard': anti-Semitism probe condemns X

'Shocking disregard': anti-Semitism probe condemns X

'Shocking disregard': anti-Semitism probe condemns X

'Shocking disregard': anti-Semitism probe condemns X

Elon Musk's X has refused to engage with a royal commission into anti-Semitism, despite evidence that the platform was a breeding ground for anti-Jewish hate.

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Sex abuse accused 'with child' when arrested on train

Sex abuse accused 'with child' when arrested on train

Police have launched an appeal for information after a man was arrested in the company of a child and accused of luring girls by train and assaulting them.

'Complex': man charged with 17-year-old girl's murder

'Complex': man charged with 17-year-old girl's murder

Days after a girl was found unconscious, police have charged a man with the 17-year-old's murder, saying he was in a "domestic relationship" with the child.

'Campaign complaints' target ABC's Middle East coverage

'Campaign complaints' target ABC's Middle East coverage

The national broadcaster is defending its reporting on conflict in the Middle East after a fierce critique from anti-Semitism envoy Jillian Segal.

Suspected bikie captured days after escaping custody

Suspected bikie captured days after escaping custody

Police have arrested a man who made a break for freedom while being escorted to an ambulance in the latest thwarted escape by alleged bikies.

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Social media star Neil the seal safely returns to sea

Social media star Neil the seal safely returns to sea

Social media star Neil the seal safely returns to sea

Social media star Neil the seal safely returns to sea

Wildlife authorities have given an update about the location of Neil, a five-year-old southern elephant seal who has made big waves online.

More bird flu detections spark wildlife fears

More bird flu detections spark wildlife fears

More bird flu detections spark wildlife fears

More bird flu detections spark wildlife fears

Australia's bird flu tally may be edging towards double figures, with experts warning of a potentially ''devastating'' impact on already-threatened wildlife.

Tiny ancient fungi could slash Aussie fertiliser bill

Tiny ancient fungi could slash Aussie fertiliser bill

Tiny ancient fungi could slash Aussie fertiliser bill

Tiny ancient fungi could slash Aussie fertiliser bill

A team of scientists has built Australia's first highly detailed database of fungi, which has the potential to help boost food crops and slash fertiliser costs.

Open invite to fatally injured footy player's memorial

Open invite to fatally injured footy player's memorial

Open invite to fatally injured footy player's memorial

Open invite to fatally injured footy player's memorial

Family members of a beloved football player will join a memorial service hosted by his local club after the 27-year-old died of on-field injuries.

Teens set for court after kids 'fight club' outrage

Teens set for court after kids 'fight club' outrage

Teens set for court after kids 'fight club' outrage

Teens set for court after kids 'fight club' outrage

Three teens have been reported by police and are set for court over a children's "fight club" after videos were posted on social media, sparking outrage.

Union raises spectre of chaos, delays for Olympic works

Union raises spectre of chaos, delays for Olympic works

Union raises spectre of chaos, delays for Olympic works

Union raises spectre of chaos, delays for Olympic works

Brisbane 2032 venues risk delays under a proposed new construction code amid a CFMEU crackdown, sparking fears major builders may be locked out of projects.

Port worker wage stoush set to trigger historic strike

Port worker wage stoush set to trigger historic strike

Port worker wage stoush set to trigger historic strike

Port worker wage stoush set to trigger historic strike

Hundreds of port workers are expected to walk off the job after failed wage negotiations between a mining giant and unions.

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'Revolving door': Rehab at packed jails questioned

A state government is under fire after a damning report found nearly half of its prisoners released from custody return to jail within two years.

'Offensive': slain cop's widow slams solo patrol trial

A police force is considering allowing highway officers to work alone, reversing a policy a murdered cop's widow says would have prevented his death.

Massive kava haul seized by police after tip off

A tip off has led to police discovering a massive kava haul with a street value of more than $100,000 in a remote community about 500km east of Darwin.

Man arrested after woman found stabbed to death at home

A man is in hospital under police guard after a woman was found stabbed to death at a suburban home.

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Alleged bridge intruder told he will stay behind bars

An alleged vandal who requested a peanut butter sandwich during a bridge stand-off with police will remain behind bars despite being "a little bit hungry".

'Really serious': YouTube slammed over Bondi video

YouTube allowed a video questioning aspects of the Bondi terror attack to remain online despite suggestions it violated the platform's policies.

Footy plans farewell for player lost in ground tragedy

A beloved school teacher who died after suffering critical head injuries during a reserves Australian rules game will be farewelled by his local club.

'Window closing' for wildlife as bird flu threat mounts

Another suspected bird flu case has been detected, threatening to push the national tally to eight as experts warn the clock is ticking to protect wildlife.

Ex-boxer charged for alleged role in four kidnappings

A champion boxer who recently fought for his life after being shot is accused of being behind a string of kidnappings.

Premier referred to corruption watchdog over Big Build

A state premier has been referred to an anti-corruption watchdog over allegations her office directly intervened to allow CFMEU corruption on the Big Build.

Tobacco wars flare in city after ram-raid, fires

Tobacco wars in an Australian capital have reignited after criminals rammed a tobacco shop and set it alight.

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