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Inside the fight to save towns in path of fire disaster

Inside the fight to save towns in path of fire disaster

As they continue to battle bushfires which have ripped through a major national park, firefighters are worried about what the future holds for small towns.

'A lot of anguish out there': lessons from Black Summer

'A lot of anguish out there': lessons from Black Summer

'A lot of anguish out there': lessons from Black Summer

'A lot of anguish out there': lessons from Black Summer

A mobile stage dubbed Beryl has helped bring bushfire-affected towns together, as research highlights the need for recovery funds years after disaster strikes.

Women face new battles once they reach the boardroom

Women face new battles once they reach the boardroom

Women face new battles once they reach the boardroom

Women face new battles once they reach the boardroom

The perception that women are more emotional, sensitive and empathetic towards others is contributing to gender inequality in the boardroom, research suggests.

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Students get more power over sexual assault complaints

Students get more power over sexual assault complaints

An independent office designed to help university students escalate concerns about sexual misconduct is expected to handle about 15,000 complaints a year.

Aussie shares set another record on back of rates hype

Aussie shares set another record on back of rates hype

The ASX200 has risen almost half a per cent to finish at its highest-ever level and end January up 4.6 per cent from where it started.

Libs flag axing diversity jobs, welcome to country cash

Libs flag axing diversity jobs, welcome to country cash

Public service diversity programs and welcome to country ceremonies are down the coalition's sights as they're accused of stealing Donald Trump's plays.

Security beefed up after temple named on bomb plot list

Security beefed up after temple named on bomb plot list

The discovery of an explosive-laden caravan with a list of possible Jewish targets has put communities further on edge amid rampant anti-Semitic attacks.

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Fruits of government's signature housing fund revealed

Fruits of government's signature housing fund revealed

Fruits of government's signature housing fund revealed

Fruits of government's signature housing fund revealed

As more than 800 homes are announced in the first round of an affordable housing fund, the sector warns more investment is needed to save the Australian dream.

Puberty blockers and trans kids' care to be reviewed

Puberty blockers and trans kids' care to be reviewed

Puberty blockers and trans kids' care to be reviewed

Puberty blockers and trans kids' care to be reviewed

The health treatment of transgender children will be reviewed by Australia's peak health body as one state pauses gender-affirming care for new child patients.

Old rivalry reignites amid shock Supercars defection

Old rivalry reignites amid shock Supercars defection

Old rivalry reignites amid shock Supercars defection

Old rivalry reignites amid shock Supercars defection

Supercars heavyweights Triple Eight will abandon Chevrolet for rival Ford in a move that threatens to overturn General Motors' recent dominance of the category.

Dump fuel fees and tax all cars, motoring groups urge

Dump fuel fees and tax all cars, motoring groups urge

Dump fuel fees and tax all cars, motoring groups urge

Dump fuel fees and tax all cars, motoring groups urge

The government should overhaul vehicle taxes in its upcoming budget, according to early submissions that say electric, hybrid and petrol drivers should pay.

Club at centre of Bali bombings to become peace park

Club at centre of Bali bombings to become peace park

Club at centre of Bali bombings to become peace park

Club at centre of Bali bombings to become peace park

Those who lost loved ones in the Bali bombings will be able to reflect and remember the impact of the terrorist attack with a memorial set for the site.

Funding agencies to weigh climate risk after case 'win'

Funding agencies to weigh climate risk after case 'win'

Funding agencies to weigh climate risk after case 'win'

Funding agencies to weigh climate risk after case 'win'

Fossil fuel development may find it harder to get taxpayer funds in Australia after a "benchmark" case that opens the books on environmental harm, lawyers say.

Weight loss drugs, Trump and conflicts shape ag outlook

Weight loss drugs, Trump and conflicts shape ag outlook

Weight loss drugs, Trump and conflicts shape ag outlook

Weight loss drugs, Trump and conflicts shape ag outlook

Australia's agriculture sector is poised for a strong year, but the Trump presidency, global conflicts and anti-obesity medications are creating uncertainty.

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Cheap loans to keep emission-busting farmers profitable

From electric utes to cow feed that stops them burping as much methane, Australia's green bank is backing cheap loans to farmers and other equipment buyers.

Wider economy would be hurt from Star collapse: union

As the future of Star Entertainment hangs in the balance, a prominent union says it isn't just casino workers who would be hit by its collapse.

Call for funding boost after shocking blood cancer rise

A shocking rise in blood cancer cases has prompted calls for more prevention and early detection research, with the disease killing 16 Australians every day.

Long-term homelessness grows amid housing cost crunch

Calls are mounting for more funding for homelessness services as data shows the number of people without a home long-term jumped.

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Aussie shares hit record high as rate-cut hopes grow

The ASX200 has hit a new high in intraday trading and finished just under its all-time closing record amid optimism the RBA will cut rates at its next meeting.

Record renewables share in grid as power demand climbs

Emissions fell to record lows in the three months to December as renewables notched a record share and coal's contribution dipped below half for the first time.

Plot fuels federal stoush over anti-Semitism response

The discovery of a caravan packed with explosives has renewed a parliamentary push for tougher action against those convicted of terrorist offences.

Another frontbencher to depart as election battle looms

The treasurer has paid tribute to his assistant minister for big ideas and big contributions in Labor's latest frontbench departure ahead of the election.

Aussie university joins $230m future materials project

Sourcing and processing materials needed to transition to renewable energy is the focus of an international research project, with Australians at its heart.

Russia could seek to exchange Australian war prisoner

Moscow might keep Australian war prisoner Oscar Jenkins for a future high-profile swap with Russians held in jail in the West, an expert says.

Last big bank holdout against February rate cut folds

With the stars aligned for a February interest rate cut, borrowers are now concerned with how many cuts the Reserve Bank will hand down.

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