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Vital step toward healing as ancestors returned home

Vital step toward healing as ancestors returned home

Indigenous custodians have received the remains of ancestors that had been kept in Japanese institutions, in what is considered a vital step towards healing.

Homebuyers stand to win as big bank ups rate-cut bet

Homebuyers stand to win as big bank ups rate-cut bet

Homebuyers stand to win as big bank ups rate-cut bet

Homebuyers stand to win as big bank ups rate-cut bet

Westpac's chief economist has added two more rate cuts to her forecast for 2026 with lower immigration expected to drive down rents and inflation.

Israeli minister sanctions dubbed too little, too late

Israeli minister sanctions dubbed too little, too late

Israeli minister sanctions dubbed too little, too late

Israeli minister sanctions dubbed too little, too late

Australia's sanctioning of two Israeli ministers over the war in Gaza has been dismissed by a pro-Palestine campaigner who says more concrete action is needed.

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Four in five sunscreens fail SPF test: consumer group

Four in five sunscreens fail SPF test: consumer group

The Cancer Council is disputing the findings of tests on popular sunscreens in Australia that show 16 out of 20 don't match the SPF 50+ ratings on their tubes.

Corruption watchdog clears Brittany Higgins' $2m payout

Corruption watchdog clears Brittany Higgins' $2m payout

A Liberal senator has lashed out after a watchdog found there was "no corruption issue" with a $2.4 million settlement paid to former staffer Brittany Higgins.

Australia to go all in for AUKUS despite US review

Australia to go all in for AUKUS despite US review

Australian officials will not rethink the AUKUS partnership or look at a back-up plan despite the US launching an "American First"-inspired review of the deal.

Cochlear launches new implant, downgrades guidance

Cochlear launches new implant, downgrades guidance

Weaker-than-expected sales have prompted a home-grown health technology giant to downgrade guidance, just as it releases its latest device.

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The stark numbers that spell grim news for Aussie musos

The stark numbers that spell grim news for Aussie musos

The stark numbers that spell grim news for Aussie musos

The stark numbers that spell grim news for Aussie musos

Australian music fans are proud of local tunes and want to hear more, but the numbers show they're overwhelmingly listening to international artists.

Child grooming practices hiding in plain sight

Child grooming practices hiding in plain sight

Child grooming practices hiding in plain sight

Child grooming practices hiding in plain sight

A social media campaign aims to educate people about grooming, an insidious precursor to child sexual abuse with survivors often known to the perpetrator.

Parenting payments to increase to match inflation

Parenting payments to increase to match inflation

Parenting payments to increase to match inflation

Parenting payments to increase to match inflation

A raft of social security payments will rise by 2.4 per cent from the start of July as part of indexation changes.

Olympic swim champ issues blunt warning to rivals

Olympic swim champ issues blunt warning to rivals

Olympic swim champ issues blunt warning to rivals

Olympic swim champ issues blunt warning to rivals

One Australian Olympic gold medallist has delivered a blunt warning to his swimming rivals, while another admits her plan to have fun isn't yet working.

Muslim preacher ‘never’ meant to insult 'vile' Jews

Muslim preacher ‘never’ meant to insult 'vile' Jews

Muslim preacher ‘never’ meant to insult 'vile' Jews

Muslim preacher ‘never’ meant to insult 'vile' Jews

An Islamist preacher says he did not mean to insult Jews by calling them 'treacherous' after comparing Christmas greetings to congratulating someone for murder.

Australian shares fade after hitting new record

Australian shares fade after hitting new record

Australian shares fade after hitting new record

Australian shares fade after hitting new record

A trade truce between the world's two largest economies helped send Australian shares to new heights, but an afternoon sell-off shows investors remain wary.

Business, union divisions threaten to derail PM summit

Business, union divisions threaten to derail PM summit

Business, union divisions threaten to derail PM summit

Business, union divisions threaten to derail PM summit

The prime minister hopes business groups and unions will unite to address a lagging economy but there are already signs of division before a planned summit.

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'Glass half-full' for EU security deal with Australia

EU ambassador Gabriele Visentin has high hopes for a strong security partnership between the bloc and Australia, amid talks for a potential trade deal.

The cost benefit for Aussies as airline axes Asian arm

The closure of Jetstar Asia could have a major impact on the price of Australian airfares as Qantas shifts its focus to the domestic market.

Sanctions backlash adds to 'uncertainty' with US

Australia could question its future co-operation with the US after a decision to sanction Israeli government ministers was condemned by an American official.

Industrial disputes drop to lowest level in two years

The number of employees involved in industrial disputes has fallen by more than half during the first three months of 2025.

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RFK Jr's health role reignites fluoride debate

The appointment of the US health secretary has renewed claims about fluoridated water, but research says Australian levels are safe and beneficial.

Aussie men urged not to delay seeking health treatment

As part of Men's Health Week, Australian men are being encouraged to book in for a routine check up with their doctor.

Schoolgirl surfaces as future of Australian swimming

A 16-year-old schoolgirl who initially wanted to be a water polo player has earnt selection on Australia's swim team for the world championships.

Average home prices hit $1m with more growth to come

The average price of a home in Australia has hit $1 million after a decade of growth, though experts say a return to the explosive COVID-era boom is unlikely.

The Star cries poor, labels $400m fine a casino killer

The Star has said it will not survive being fined $400 million after admitting to lax anti-money laundering measures and courting high-risk gamblers.

Muslim preacher defends 'dehumanising' sermons on Jews

An Islamist preacher is being sued over sermons in which he allegedly made "derogatory generalisations" about Jews, who he described as rats and cowards.

Australian shares hit record close as bank stocks surge

Banks and energy stocks have helped lift the local bourse to record highs, but continued growth will hinge on the outcome of US-China trade talks.

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