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Major study sheds light on depression's genetic links

Major study sheds light on depression's genetic links

Tens of thousands of Australians helped contribute to the world's largest study into depression genetics, generating hope for more tailored treatments.

Autism strategy 'long-awaited, crucial step': families

Autism strategy 'long-awaited, crucial step': families

Autism strategy 'long-awaited, crucial step': families

Autism strategy 'long-awaited, crucial step': families

The families of autistic people say they are optimistic a national plan will give their community a future in a more inclusive and understanding Australia.

Parents put kids' future on credit as school costs rise

Parents put kids' future on credit as school costs rise

Parents put kids' future on credit as school costs rise

Parents put kids' future on credit as school costs rise

Private schools are preparing to campaign for more money from the government as parents look for ways to keep up with rising education costs.

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Australia has 'well and truly passed' rental boom peak

Australia has 'well and truly passed' rental boom peak

Affordability pressures and rising vacancy rates are keeping a lid on rental growth after years of surging prices.

More insurance pain possible following LA fires

More insurance pain possible following LA fires

Insurance premiums are already rising in Australia and destructive fires in the United States may help keep costs high.

Iron ore rally helps lead Australian shares higher

Iron ore rally helps lead Australian shares higher

The ASX200 index finished up almost 0.5 per cent, with the heavyweight mining sector climbing the most on a jump in Chinese demand.

War veteran paints his way out of a dark place

War veteran paints his way out of a dark place

A war veteran who turned to art to manage his trauma now hopes to make a career out of his passion, and will paint a mural for a veterans support group.

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Upgraded NBN could compete with Elon Musk's Starlink

Upgraded NBN could compete with Elon Musk's Starlink

Upgraded NBN could compete with Elon Musk's Starlink

Upgraded NBN could compete with Elon Musk's Starlink

Australia must expand its network if it wants to compete with Elon Musk's offering and provide affordable, reliable internet to the regions, an expert says.

States defend 'no body no parole' from killer's appeal

States defend 'no body no parole' from killer's appeal

States defend 'no body no parole' from killer's appeal

States defend 'no body no parole' from killer's appeal

A man jailed for murdering two women, one of whom was never found, claimed in the High Court that having his parole blocked unlawfully altered his sentence.

Worries autism plan may overlook children who need help

Worries autism plan may overlook children who need help

Worries autism plan may overlook children who need help

Worries autism plan may overlook children who need help

Australia has launched its first national autism strategy and action plan but some say it doesn't go far enough to improve inclusion and engagement.

PM energised as Nats use nuclear to hunt coal-rich seat

PM energised as Nats use nuclear to hunt coal-rich seat

PM energised as Nats use nuclear to hunt coal-rich seat

PM energised as Nats use nuclear to hunt coal-rich seat

Labor and the coalition are sharpening their political attacks as party leaders heat up the energy debate during visits to key electorates.

Researchers to give futuristic wind turbine a whirl

Researchers to give futuristic wind turbine a whirl

Researchers to give futuristic wind turbine a whirl

Researchers to give futuristic wind turbine a whirl

A curvy, curly wind turbine will be put to the test in Australia as researchers and a local start-up look for ways to add more to metropolitan areas.

Consumers feel finances slide but hold hope for future

Consumers feel finances slide but hold hope for future

Consumers feel finances slide but hold hope for future

Consumers feel finances slide but hold hope for future

Easing inflation is increasing the likelihood of a near-term rate cut, which would provide a welcome boost to consumer sentiment in 2025.

Attorney-General's push for peace during Israel visit

Attorney-General's push for peace during Israel visit

Attorney-General's push for peace during Israel visit

Attorney-General's push for peace during Israel visit

Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus will travel to Israel for talks with senior officials, reiterating calls for a ceasefire in the Middle East.

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Change for families' lengthy autism diagnosis wait

Australian families affected by autism are hoping the first national strategy and plan for the condition will change often years-long diagnosis timelines.

Pollies draw up election blueprints as vote looms

With just a few months before Australians hit the polls, the major parties have their work cut out for them as they scramble to perfect their public images.

Government urged to put brakes on fast EV charging plan

Allowing energy networks to install hundreds of car chargers could present problems, one firm warns, unless they are made to follow the same rules.

Aussie shares, dollar slide as US rate-cut odds dim

The ASX200 fell 1.2 per cent and the dollar hit a nearly five-year low after a strong US jobs report lowered expectations for quick rate cuts.

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Bulk billing dips with GP care more complex and costly

Patients who rely on Medicare have fewer options as more clinics stop taking new bulk-billed patients, according to a study prompting calls for more funding.

'Plain nasty': PM, Dutton's tense anti-Semitism clash

The leaders of Australia's two major parties have again clashed over increasing anti-Semitic attacks as counter-terror police investigate more incidents.

Casino hub could be first to go to save falling Star

A casino precinct might be the first asset sold from an embattled operator's multi-million dollar portfolio in a bid to avoid going belly up.

As dollar dips towards 60c, tariff threat may Trump all

The Aussie dollar is edging closer to the psychologically significant 60 US cents barrier and Donald Trump could determine whether it crashes through in 2025.

Older Qantas planes blamed for runner-up safety rating

Australia's largest airline has placed second on a list of the world's safest carriers, pipped by a trans-Tasman rival due to its ageing fleet.

Milestone for Rinehart's lithium play in auto heartland

A project backed by billionaire Gina Rinehart is marking a milestone in developing a sustainable supply chain for electric cars by harnessing geothermal energy.

NBN rollout to be bolstered with $3b network upgrade

High-speed internet will be rolled out to a further 620,000 homes in the 'final piece of the puzzle' for NBN upgrades.

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