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Shock as MP critically injured in 'deliberate' attack

Shock as MP critically injured in 'deliberate' attack

Counter-terrorism authorities are investigating a life-threatening attack on Helen Haines outside her electorate office that has left colleagues in shock.

'Selfless' soldier killed in army training laid to rest

'Selfless' soldier killed in army training laid to rest

'Selfless' soldier killed in army training laid to rest

'Selfless' soldier killed in army training laid to rest

Colleagues and family have gathered to farewell Corporal Brendan Hannam, remembered as a valued leader and a loving father who served with distinction.

Aid cuts forcing fossil fuel dependence in East Timor

Aid cuts forcing fossil fuel dependence in East Timor

Aid cuts forcing fossil fuel dependence in East Timor

Aid cuts forcing fossil fuel dependence in East Timor

East Timor has no choice but to rely on diesel to power its electricity grid, President Jose Ramos-Horta has told an Australian clean energy summit.

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Aussie shares creep higher after dodging AI volatility

Aussie shares creep higher after dodging AI volatility

The S&P/ASX200 is trading at its highest value since early September, as financials extend their recovery and energy stocks soar on oil supply disruptions.

Developer Stockland latest to embrace data centres

Developer Stockland latest to embrace data centres

Property group Stockland is engaging in community consultation as it works to build seven new data centres in industrial areas.

Higher for longer: why low rates are relics of the past

Higher for longer: why low rates are relics of the past

There's growing evidence that interest rates are becoming less effective at slowing demand, meaning central banks have to lift rates further to ease inflation.

Greens divided over under-fire senator's leave claims

Greens divided over under-fire senator's leave claims

The leader of the Greens has hit back at one of his senators, insisting it is appropriate he takes leave while allegations he mistreated women are investigated.

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Ill winds: calm weather puts Great Barrier Reef at risk

Ill winds: calm weather puts Great Barrier Reef at risk

Ill winds: calm weather puts Great Barrier Reef at risk

Ill winds: calm weather puts Great Barrier Reef at risk

Australian researchers have identified weather patterns that can raise the risk of coral bleaching on the Great Barrier Reef, and winds play a key role.

Ghost Sharks get 'teeth' as secret drone subs unveiled

Ghost Sharks get 'teeth' as secret drone subs unveiled

Ghost Sharks get 'teeth' as secret drone subs unveiled

Ghost Sharks get 'teeth' as secret drone subs unveiled

Autonomous submarines could soon be deployed across Australia's coastline as previously under-wraps details of the drone program are revealed.

Navy member stood down over recording device

Navy member stood down over recording device

Navy member stood down over recording device

Navy member stood down over recording device

A person being investigated for planting a device on a naval vessel has been stood down but is still being paid.

Blockbuster trade deal on rocks as parties trade fire

Blockbuster trade deal on rocks as parties trade fire

Blockbuster trade deal on rocks as parties trade fire

Blockbuster trade deal on rocks as parties trade fire

Australia has been urged not to miss out on a potential windfall by letting a free trade deal with Europe fail, but it now faces stiffer opposition.

Annuity provider's shares surge on $8b takeover offer

Annuity provider's shares surge on $8b takeover offer

Annuity provider's shares surge on $8b takeover offer

Annuity provider's shares surge on $8b takeover offer

Challenger Limited says its board is considering an acquisition approach from TAL, Australia's biggest life insurance company.

Finals hurt drives Socceroos veteran before retirement

Finals hurt drives Socceroos veteran before retirement

Finals hurt drives Socceroos veteran before retirement

Finals hurt drives Socceroos veteran before retirement

With a Socceroos recall for the Asian Cup appearing unlikely, Adelaide United veteran Craig Goodwin says he's driven by unfinished business in the A-League Men.

Tricky negotiations loom following New Zealand election

Tricky negotiations loom following New Zealand election

Tricky negotiations loom following New Zealand election

Tricky negotiations loom following New Zealand election

New Zealanders may be asking Santa for a government for Christmas, as polls indicate difficult negotiations loom after the November election.

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'No easy paths': why calls grow for a GST hike

Ballooning debt should force a major rethink of the GST, a top think tank says, but the neediest families would still be better off.

AI customer service giving consumers an error message

A majority of Australians don't believe artificial intelligence is making things better for customers, despite more businesses using the technology.

'Can't be repeated': revolt over card ban blackout

Federal ministers knew for months the tax office was considering no longer accepting credit card payments when a ban on surcharges came into effect.

Home auctions take a hit with price disclosure rules

The number of homes going under the hammer has plunged as price disclosure rules in one state feed into a property market in decline.

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Eyes on RBA for rate call hints as jobless numbers rise

Higher-than-expected unemployment numbers have raised hopes the central bank will keep interest rates on hold when it next meets.

Businesses set to fork out in upcoming trust tax change

A federal minister has admitted there will be a cost to pay for business owners in adjusting to rules taxing discretionary trusts.

'Widespread concern': coalition deny split on EU deal

Liberal frontbenchers have rejected claims the Nationals are setting the agenda in the coalition's rejection of a planned free-trade agreement with Europe.

The music people hate says more than they think

Musical taste can make or break a first impression. But for one Queensland researcher, what we reject is just as fascinating as the songs we embrace.

Dire travel warning after deadly attacks on key airport

A warning not to travel has been issued for a key aviation hub in the Middle East, as a major military offensive continues to claim lives.

Aussies to donate record volume of unused clothes

Australians are sitting on $15 billion worth of unworn clothing with nine in 10 holding onto clothes they never wear.

Grassroots work leads Fiji to a historic World Cup spot

Fiji's fullback Cassie Staples and assistant coach Tony Herman have spoken about the country's growing pathways ahead of their World Cup debut.

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