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CFMEU leaders adrift from 'civilised society'

CFMEU leaders adrift from 'civilised society'

The author of a shocking report alleging a culture of violence and intimidation inside the CFMEU says the union thought it ran industrial relations policy.

Minister supports 'necessary' CSIRO refocus, job cuts

Minister supports 'necessary' CSIRO refocus, job cuts

Minister supports 'necessary' CSIRO refocus, job cuts

Minister supports 'necessary' CSIRO refocus, job cuts

Science groups are warning of the impact to Australia's future while a government minister supports a CSIRO restructure that will axe up to 350 scientists.

Tributes for teen as charges laid over fatal hit-run

Tributes for teen as charges laid over fatal hit-run

Tributes for teen as charges laid over fatal hit-run

Tributes for teen as charges laid over fatal hit-run

A 17-year-old girl fatally struck in a hit-and-run crash has been remembered as a much-loved daughter and sister who cared deeply for those around her.

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Two armed men gunned down in separate police shootings

Two armed men gunned down in separate police shootings

One man is dead and another is fighting for his life after they were shot by police during separate confrontations.

Big bank boss takes swipe at surcharge ban consequences

Big bank boss takes swipe at surcharge ban consequences

As the Reserve Bank considers a ban on credit card surcharges, the head of the nation's biggest bank has warned of "wrong assumptions" about the payments.

Man on the run after pursuit of suspected 'kill car'

Man on the run after pursuit of suspected 'kill car'

Three men have been charged while a fourth is on the run after police pursued and stopped a suspected "kill car".

Suspects investigated in mother-daughter murder probe

Suspects investigated in mother-daughter murder probe

Detectives investigating the suspected murder of a mother and teenage daughter have identified several people of interest.

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'Go home': neo-Nazi's visa torn up after shock protest

'Go home': neo-Nazi's visa torn up after shock protest

'Go home': neo-Nazi's visa torn up after shock protest

'Go home': neo-Nazi's visa torn up after shock protest

One of the 60 demonstrators who took part in a fascist protest touting Hitler slogans outside a state parliament has had his visa cancelled.

Secret speed cameras urged for road crash black spots

Secret speed cameras urged for road crash black spots

Secret speed cameras urged for road crash black spots

Secret speed cameras urged for road crash black spots

Multiple warning signs to drivers that a speed camera is ahead could be contributing to a rising road death toll, triggering a new approach.

Community spirit praised after demolition derby crash

Community spirit praised after demolition derby crash

Community spirit praised after demolition derby crash

Community spirit praised after demolition derby crash

The mayor of a regional shire where 13 people were injured in a demolition derby crash has praised locals for stepping up in the wake of the incident.

Hundreds charged in police domestic violence crackdown

Hundreds charged in police domestic violence crackdown

Hundreds charged in police domestic violence crackdown

Hundreds charged in police domestic violence crackdown

More than 750 people have been charged in a four-day domestic violence blitz by one state's police force, amid a crisis of violence against women.

One million pushed to brink amid child poverty crisis

One million pushed to brink amid child poverty crisis

One million pushed to brink amid child poverty crisis

One million pushed to brink amid child poverty crisis

Advocates are renewing calls for Australia to adopt a nationally-agreed definition of child poverty, as concerning data shows almost one million are struggling.

Almost 70 schools to close as asbestos concerns spread

Almost 70 schools to close as asbestos concerns spread

Almost 70 schools to close as asbestos concerns spread

Almost 70 schools to close as asbestos concerns spread

An asbestos scare linked to coloured sand products has prompted dozens of school closures as decontamination work continues.

Australian push for zero US tariffs after beef reprieve

Australian push for zero US tariffs after beef reprieve

Australian push for zero US tariffs after beef reprieve

Australian push for zero US tariffs after beef reprieve

The Albanese government has taken credit for the lifting of US tariffs on Australian beef but the opposition says it's due to pressure from American consumers.

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Storm barrage to continue lashing eastern Australia

More heavy rainfall, damaging wind gusts, and large hail are possible, as powerful storms continue to lash parts of eastern Australia.

Giant hail batters communities in two states

Golf ball-sized hail has pummelled towns as severe thunderstorms packing heavy rain and powerful winds lash two states.

Teen driver charged after crash kills pregnant woman

A 19-year-old P-plate driver has been charged over the deaths of a pregnant woman and her unborn baby, after she was struck by a vehicle at a car park entrance.

Greater police presence to crack down on violent crime

Police will be deployed across more of a major state train network and shopping centres in a bid to reduce the likelihood of violent crime.

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Questions about Australia's deepest lake answered

The true depth of Australia's deepest lake, which sits in a picturesque world-heritage national park, has been revealed by the hard work of scientists.

Shots fired at suburban home in 'targeted' drive-by

Multiple rounds have been fired at an empty home in what is suspected to be a targeted drive by.

Progress on safety reforms after alleged care abuse

Top officials have made progress on an overhaul of working with children check rules to better shield young people from predators in the care sector.

Pet crocodile plans scaled up by territory's snap call

Owning a pet crocodile is being made easier in the Top End, but on the other side of Australia the reptiles are being banned as household companions.

Jail time for threatening staff as retail attacks surge

Years in jail and store bans are among tougher penalties flagged by a state government tackling a troubling surge in attacks and threats on retail shop staff.

Warning national interest exemption no friend to nature

The author of the review informing the federal government's nature law reforms has taken issue with the public interest override as open to power abuses.

Woman charged with DV murder of 84-year-old

A woman will appear before court after being charged with domestic violence-related murder following the death of an elderly woman.

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