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Two brothers on run after woman gunned down on street

Two brothers on run after woman gunned down on street

Police have vowed to hunt down two brothers anywhere in Australia after a woman was chased and fatally shot on a suburban street.

Halt surfing amid shark boom, victim's friend says

Halt surfing amid shark boom, victim's friend says

Halt surfing amid shark boom, victim's friend says

Halt surfing amid shark boom, victim's friend says

Surfing on South Australia's west coast is now too dangerous because of a surge in the population of great white sharks, a friend of a shark attack victim says.

Australian shares gain again but dip for the week

Australian shares gain again but dip for the week

Australian shares gain again but dip for the week

Australian shares gain again but dip for the week

The ASX200 has finished 0.6 per cent higher, with uranium miners surging after paperwork issues forced a major mine in Kazakhstan to suspend production.

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Man denied bail on warrant for woman's suspected murder

Man denied bail on warrant for woman's suspected murder

Police are seeking the extradition of a man who allegedly evaded a murder warrant for almost 18 months before finally facing court.

Brothers wanted for murder after woman chased, shot

Brothers wanted for murder after woman chased, shot

Two brothers accused of murdering a woman on a suburban street were questioned and released without charge before they fled interstate, police say.

Aussie dollar rebounds after dropping to 26-month low

Aussie dollar rebounds after dropping to 26-month low

The Australian dollar has moved back above 62 US cents after falling below that level for the first time in more than two years against a surging greenback.

Phoenix shake off virus to focus on Glory ALW clash

Phoenix shake off virus to focus on Glory ALW clash

Wellington coach Paul Temple is confident his side can put on a winning performance against Perth Glory after a virus swept through the A-League Women club.

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Emissions figures give 'incomplete' picture: experts

Emissions figures give 'incomplete' picture: experts

Emissions figures give 'incomplete' picture: experts

Emissions figures give 'incomplete' picture: experts

Labor has claimed a 28.2 per cent drop in emissions below 2005 levels, but is it really the environmental success story it appears?

Australia swelters in summer heatwave conditions

Australia swelters in summer heatwave conditions

Australia swelters in summer heatwave conditions

Australia swelters in summer heatwave conditions

Blistering heat across much of Australia spells bad news for firefighters, with the hot, dry weather making it difficult to contain existing blazes.

Rental affordability still stretched, but worst is over

Rental affordability still stretched, but worst is over

Rental affordability still stretched, but worst is over

Rental affordability still stretched, but worst is over

Vacancy rates are edging higher and growth in advertised rents is stalling in welcome news for the nation's renters.

Subscription trap warning for new year health goals

Subscription trap warning for new year health goals

Subscription trap warning for new year health goals

Subscription trap warning for new year health goals

New year health and wellness regimes could come at a cost to your hip pocket if you fall victim to subscription traps and other unfair trading practices.

Fiji 'tarnished' after alleged assault on flight crew

Fiji 'tarnished' after alleged assault on flight crew

Fiji 'tarnished' after alleged assault on flight crew

Fiji 'tarnished' after alleged assault on flight crew

As a probe continues into the alleged theft and sexual assault of two Virgin Australia crew, a Fijian MP says such incidents damage the nation's reputation.

Australian shares begin new year trade with gains

Australian shares begin new year trade with gains

Australian shares begin new year trade with gains

Australian shares begin new year trade with gains

The ASX200 has closed half a per cent higher as trading resumes following the New Year's Day holiday.

More to do on Medicare and bulk-billing, Labor says

More to do on Medicare and bulk-billing, Labor says

More to do on Medicare and bulk-billing, Labor says

More to do on Medicare and bulk-billing, Labor says

The federal government has unfinished business with Medicare, signalling its ambitions to further bolster the GP workforce and boost bulk-billing.

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Water source the key to missing hiker's survival

Finding scarce water on one of Australia's most challenging bush trails is key to a missing hiker being found alive after more than a week missing.

Perth nationals have Hindley pumped after tough 2024

Cycling star Jai Hindley, who is coming off a tough 2024 season, will be one of the headline acts as the road nationals come to his home city of Perth.

Weak start, stronger finish tipped for property in 2025

Australia's property market is entering 2025 in a downturn and while interest rate cuts should boost demand, any home price growth rebound is tipped to be mild.

Iraq War documents ignite debate over Australia's role

Newly released Iraq War documents reveal flawed decision-making by Australia, sparking calls for transparency and accountability in military commitments

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'Open' races predicted as road nationals head to Perth

The Australian road cycling championships have moved for the first time in two decades, meaning a radically different January for the sport.

Hope for end to wage theft as laws come into force

Criminal penalties for employers who deliberately underpay workers have come into effect, with hopes they will deter bosses from engaging in the practice.

'Best New Year's Eve ever' for most, but some trouble

One of the world's first celebrations of the new year reached new heights, with most enjoying their night, but some have larger troubles than just sore heads.

Artist's alarm at sculptures credited to French creator

When artist Anya Pesce parted ways with a gallery, sculptures similar to hers credited to a French artist, became available from the same outlet.

Consumers taking charge: energy saving tips for 2025

Power-hungry appliances are draining the wallets of cash-strapped Aussies, experts warn, but there are ways consumers can take charge in 2025.

Artist illuminates the calm and fear of rural Australia

Painter Nerrida Parfitt's work could be considered Australian gothic, using rural roads and landscapes to explore themes of isolation, peace and impermanence.

Rate cuts on horizon in mixed 2025 for the economy

Borrowers can expect cashflow relief from interest rate cuts in 2025, yet a further deterioration in the jobs market will also start to be felt.

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