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Hi-vis inquiry hijinks: minister rejects union claims

Hi-vis inquiry hijinks: minister rejects union claims

Accusations made against the CFMEU's administrator have been rejected as disgraceful, with a potential inquiry into the union's conduct to take place.

Australian shares up on hopes of US-China trade detente

Australian shares up on hopes of US-China trade detente

Australian shares up on hopes of US-China trade detente

Australian shares up on hopes of US-China trade detente

Energy and interest rate-sensitive shares have led Australian market gains following reports of US-China trade tensions easing and renewed hope on rates.

'Get on board': minister's environment overhaul appeal

'Get on board': minister's environment overhaul appeal

'Get on board': minister's environment overhaul appeal

'Get on board': minister's environment overhaul appeal

Negotiating the passage of major environment reforms through parliament is pulling the federal government in different directions.

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Creatives celebrate copyright protection from AI mining

Creatives celebrate copyright protection from AI mining

Labor's decision to rule out a controversial change to copyright laws that would allow AI models to scrape creative work for free has been widely supported.

'Slam dunk': Microsoft sued for misleading Aussie users

'Slam dunk': Microsoft sued for misleading Aussie users

Microsoft might have misled millions of Australian customers when it sent emails about higher fees for its flagship AI assistant.

Ivory tower MPs told to be authentic or be ignored

Ivory tower MPs told to be authentic or be ignored

Politics and media corporations are losing the trust of young Australians who continually feel ignored by powerful elites, an Australian artist-activist says.

'Not a luxury': cheaper contraception offers choice

'Not a luxury': cheaper contraception offers choice

A contraceptive option will soon be far cheaper to buy after it is listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme, alongside increased bulk billing for IUDs.

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PM tight-lipped on talks with China over flare incident

PM tight-lipped on talks with China over flare incident

PM tight-lipped on talks with China over flare incident

PM tight-lipped on talks with China over flare incident

Anthony Albanese insists there is still friendship between Australia and China despite an "incident of concern" between both nations' militaries.

MPs refuse to disclose who they signed into parliament

MPs refuse to disclose who they signed into parliament

MPs refuse to disclose who they signed into parliament

MPs refuse to disclose who they signed into parliament

Only 13 independent MPs and a One Nation senator voluntarily disclosed who they have given lobbyist passes, which allow unescorted access around parliament.

'Roller-coaster of pain': broken state of bone health

'Roller-coaster of pain': broken state of bone health

'Roller-coaster of pain': broken state of bone health

'Roller-coaster of pain': broken state of bone health

A gold-medal winning Olympian is teaming up with a woman who can't even pick up a dropped sock to urge doctors and patients to take charge of their bone health.

Tough decisions on closures to help Bega's bottom line

Tough decisions on closures to help Bega's bottom line

Tough decisions on closures to help Bega's bottom line

Tough decisions on closures to help Bega's bottom line

The closure of a cheese factory in Victoria and a peanut business in Queensland at a cost of 450 jobs will help Bega Cheese boost its earnings.

Joyce compares climate dispute to punching a journalist

Joyce compares climate dispute to punching a journalist

Joyce compares climate dispute to punching a journalist

Joyce compares climate dispute to punching a journalist

The former Nationals leader has defended his split from his colleagues but left the door open to rejoining down the track.

'Irrational' rule ripping off young Aussie workers' pay

'Irrational' rule ripping off young Aussie workers' pay

'Irrational' rule ripping off young Aussie workers' pay

'Irrational' rule ripping off young Aussie workers' pay

As soon as Aussie teens turn 18 they are seen as of age in the eyes of the law - but there's one place they still aren't being treated as adults.

Health issues hamper millions from everyday activities

Health issues hamper millions from everyday activities

Health issues hamper millions from everyday activities

Health issues hamper millions from everyday activities

More than 7.5 million Australians have had to cut back on work, study, caring for family or community activities because of health issues, injury or disability.

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Dashing Duke crowned best boy in working dog challenge

A border collie who loyally stuck by his owner's side in the aftermath of devastating floods has been named top dog in a national competition.

Australia holds firm as foreign aid cuts hit Pacific

Australia is on track to expand its dominant role in providing aid to the Pacific with expectations it will more than double the support from six major nations.

Thunderstorms, hail and winds leave homes without power

Severe thunderstorms, giant balls of hail and strong gusts of wind have left tens of thousands without power as wild weather batters the east coast.

Supercars cult hero claims special Gold Coast double

Supercars ace Chaz Mostert remains firmly in contention for a breakthrough title after dominating the Gold Coast 500 around the streets of Surfers Paradise.

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Battle ahead for Labor as details on nature bill emerge

Labor insists its long-awaited environmental reforms will be passed through the Senate despite objections from both the opposition and Greens.

'Fake media': PM brushes off latest Trump gibe at Rudd

Focus on Donald Trump's sledge of Kevin Rudd is being brushed off as "fake media" by Anthony Albanese as the US president reignites the issue.

Unbridled inflation an each-way bet on Cup Day rate cut

Melbourne Cup day may not prove a winner for borrowers if inflation remains sticky in data released the week before, splitting predictions on interest rates.

Gulpilil's Journey Home reveals a rich, deep culture

The last wish of a legendary Yolngu film star, a 4000 kilometre journey, and the family who made it all happen are central to a new documentary.

Construction code delays risk pulling the plug on EVs

New homes will not need to be ready to charge electric vehicles after a freeze on the construction code, which some say will stall progress.

Gender lens needed to examine weight management

Weight management for women can be impacted by a variety of biological and emotional factors, with experts saying a gender-focused approach is needed.

Speedy Mostert saves his best for Supercars finals

Ford ace Chaz Mostert has fired a stunning first shot in the Supercars finals, taming the Gold Coast street circuit in a drama-packed day at Surfers Paradise.

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