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Rural voters warned political loyalty is never rewarded

Rural voters warned political loyalty is never rewarded

Independents will be a "breath of fresh air" for rural Australians, who should look forward to the possibility of political competition, a former MP says.

Rubber hits the road as MPs vie for closely fought seat

Rubber hits the road as MPs vie for closely fought seat

Rubber hits the road as MPs vie for closely fought seat

Rubber hits the road as MPs vie for closely fought seat

Local issues such as worn-out roads, grocery prices and childcare shortages are big concerns for voters in a critical seat the Liberals are keen to hold on to.

Businesses being held to ransom but more refuse to pay

Businesses being held to ransom but more refuse to pay

Businesses being held to ransom but more refuse to pay

Businesses being held to ransom but more refuse to pay

Ransomware is on the rise in Australia, with an analysis of data breaches showing more online attacks come with a financial motive.

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Timber 'tipping point' threatens housing affordability

Timber 'tipping point' threatens housing affordability

Australia faces challenges in maintaining domestic wood supply, according to a new report, making achieving housing targets even harder.

New cohort of 'working poor' fronting food charities

New cohort of 'working poor' fronting food charities

Double-income families are among a new demographic of "working poor" Australians fronting up at food charities that are struggling to meet demand.

AEC identify person behind unauthorised poll pamphlets

AEC identify person behind unauthorised poll pamphlets

The electoral commission says the person who distributed 47,000 unauthorised pamphlets in the Sydney seat of Wentworth had no party or candidate links.

'Rust-proof' utes under spotlight amid false ad claims

'Rust-proof' utes under spotlight amid false ad claims

More than 5000 complaints about LDV utes and vans being affected by rust were received by the time ads showing them on beaches were pulled, a lawsuit alleges.

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'Easiest decision': campaign hits close to home for PM

'Easiest decision': campaign hits close to home for PM

'Easiest decision': campaign hits close to home for PM

'Easiest decision': campaign hits close to home for PM

Before taking his campaign west, Anthony Albanese has opened up about his mother while unveiling upgrades for a women's health centre.

Aussie soldiers' bodies found 107 years after battle

Aussie soldiers' bodies found 107 years after battle

Aussie soldiers' bodies found 107 years after battle

Aussie soldiers' bodies found 107 years after battle

The remains of four World War I soldiers have been discovered by a dedicated team during a fieldwork activity in northern France ahead of Anzac Day.

Foreign surgeon numbers hamstrung by higher standards

Foreign surgeon numbers hamstrung by higher standards

Foreign surgeon numbers hamstrung by higher standards

Foreign surgeon numbers hamstrung by higher standards

More than 200 surgeons trained overseas have not been given a fair go by their college for assessing them on a higher standard compared to Australian graduates.

Australian shares trade up to pre-Liberation Day levels

Australian shares trade up to pre-Liberation Day levels

Australian shares trade up to pre-Liberation Day levels

Australian shares trade up to pre-Liberation Day levels

The Australian share market has rallied alongside its Asian counterparts as glimmers of hope appear on the horizon of the US-China trade war.

Qantas labour hire workers due to land major pay rise

Qantas labour hire workers due to land major pay rise

Qantas labour hire workers due to land major pay rise

Qantas labour hire workers due to land major pay rise

Hundreds of Qantas labour hire workers are set to receive a big pay rise under Labor's landmark "same job, same pay" reforms after a union deal.

Dutton's defence policy reveal turns into gender battle

Dutton's defence policy reveal turns into gender battle

Dutton's defence policy reveal turns into gender battle

Dutton's defence policy reveal turns into gender battle

The coalition's defence spokesman has been ambushed by questions about his views on women in combat, overshadowing a major policy announcement.

Catholic Australians' mega pilgrimage to farewell Pope

Catholic Australians' mega pilgrimage to farewell Pope

Catholic Australians' mega pilgrimage to farewell Pope

Catholic Australians' mega pilgrimage to farewell Pope

Devoted Catholics are making the long journey across the world to pay their final respects to the late Pope Francis before his funeral.

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Coalition plans Pacific labour review, unclear on aid

The coalition will review the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility scheme, which has grown to include more than 30,000 workers, should it win the May 3 election.

More crimes solved but are police paying a heavy price?

Police are solving more crimes but the push to improve efficiency is leaving officers exhausted and driving them out of the force, an expert warns.

Coalition unpacks tax hike plan to fund defence splurge

Peter Dutton has promised a coalition government would raise defence spending and rely on higher income taxes to partially fund the pledge.

Trump uncertainty set to smash Australian economy

Australia is not following the "bouncing ball" of Donald Trump's daily shifts, the treasurer says, amid predictions of a bigger-than-expected economic hit.

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Earthquake wakes east coast with aftershocks expected

Residents have been rattled from their sleep by a shallow earthquake as seismologists warn aftershocks could continue for a week or more.

Australia urged to walk away from gas for renewables

Both major parties are going into an election promising to increase gas production, even though the majority of Australians want more renewables.

Gloves off for leaders in combative third debate

The prime minister and opposition leader have not held back, trading barbs and personal digs after a subdued day on the campaign trail.

Church leaders speak glowingly of 'Aussie-like' Pope

Australian Catholics are mourning and remembering Pope Francis as a man of simple piety who gave them hope for the church's future, after his death aged 88.

Democracy has no bounds: remote voters have their say

Voters in a tiny island community in Australia's north have begun to cast their election ballots as remote voting teams travel to the far reaches of the nation.

Eager voters ditch tradition, hit the ballot box early

Energy prices, housing supply and how leaders handle Donald Trump are among the issues on the minds of early voters as the first election ballots are cast.

Gold shines as share safe haven after Trump Fed threat

Local shares have recovered to finish slightly lower as a US sell-off sends the Aussie dollar to its highest level against the greenback in four months.

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