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Ten and Wilkinson urged to resolve Lehrmann costs spat

Ten and Wilkinson urged to resolve Lehrmann costs spat

The judge who dealt Bruce Lehrmann's defamation blow has lost his wish to wrap Ten and Lisa Wilkinson's dispute about legal costs of the case before Christmas.

Bali Nine face reintegration challenge in Australia

Bali Nine face reintegration challenge in Australia

Bali Nine face reintegration challenge in Australia

Bali Nine face reintegration challenge in Australia

Five Australians convicted of drug smuggling in Indonesia have landed home, with the members of the infamous Bali Nine expressing gratitude for their return.

Spike in demand for DV services feared during summer

Spike in demand for DV services feared during summer

Spike in demand for DV services feared during summer

Spike in demand for DV services feared during summer

People are being urged to "stand up" to help "prevent" the scourge of domestic violence ahead of a feared spike in cases over summer.

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Australian shares slip again with eyes on US rates call

Australian shares slip again with eyes on US rates call

The ASX200 has slumped to another day of negative trading as the market waits for decisions by central banks on interest rates.

'Sense of urgency': extra social homes fast-tracked

'Sense of urgency': extra social homes fast-tracked

Funding an extra 5000 social properties through a partnership with the community housing sector will help get more people into homes sooner, advocates say.

Tax office whistleblower in negotiations for plea deal

Tax office whistleblower in negotiations for plea deal

The man who blew the whistle on unethical debt collection practices by the tax office is negotiating with prosecutors over a plea deal.

Scams lawsuit sends a message to Australia's banks

Scams lawsuit sends a message to Australia's banks

The corporate cop has put the nation's banks on notice after filing a civil case against HSBC Australia over its alleged failure to stop $23 million in scams.

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The women who could soon influence your mortgage

The women who could soon influence your mortgage

The women who could soon influence your mortgage

The women who could soon influence your mortgage

Two new faces will serve on the Reserve Bank of Australia's rate-setting board, with the government defying calls from the coalition for continuity.

Call for rollout of vaccines after bacteria outbreak

Call for rollout of vaccines after bacteria outbreak

Call for rollout of vaccines after bacteria outbreak

Call for rollout of vaccines after bacteria outbreak

Australia has recorded the highest number of a deadly bacterial infection in two decades, as experts call for newer vaccines to be rolled out.

Mining export slump puts federal budget in the doldrums

Mining export slump puts federal budget in the doldrums

Mining export slump puts federal budget in the doldrums

Mining export slump puts federal budget in the doldrums

Economic headwinds from China has sparked a major downgrade to Australia's budget position, limiting the government's ability to support struggling households.

Flowers, reflection for 10th anniversary of Lindt siege

Flowers, reflection for 10th anniversary of Lindt siege

Flowers, reflection for 10th anniversary of Lindt siege

Flowers, reflection for 10th anniversary of Lindt siege

A hostage and a rescuer of the Lindt Cafe siege have opened up about their struggles in the decade since as leaders lay flowers to mark the anniversary.

Aussies returning home after suspected Fiji poisoning

Aussies returning home after suspected Fiji poisoning

Aussies returning home after suspected Fiji poisoning

Aussies returning home after suspected Fiji poisoning

Seven tourists are said to be on the mend after a suspected mass alcohol poisoning at a Fiji resort as tourists are being reassured of their safety.

Government injects $180m to boost 'vital' local news

Government injects $180m to boost 'vital' local news

Government injects $180m to boost 'vital' local news

Government injects $180m to boost 'vital' local news

A major federal funding initiative is designed to bolster public-interest journalism, with support for newswire AAP, local outlets and Indigenous media.

Push to spark up EV policy to drive net zero ambitions

Push to spark up EV policy to drive net zero ambitions

Push to spark up EV policy to drive net zero ambitions

Push to spark up EV policy to drive net zero ambitions

Misinformation and an early end to state subsidies has slowed electric car adoption and may mean Australia misses its climate goals, a study has found.

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Remaining Bali Nine members back on Australian soil

Five members of the Bali Nine have returned to Australia after the federal government reached a deal with Indonesian authorities.

Australians in suspected mass Fiji alcohol poisoning

A group of Australians are believed to be among seven tourists in hospital in Fiji after a suspected mass alcohol poisoning.

'I support salmon farming': PM backs Tassie industry

Anthony Albanese has declared his support for salmon farming in Tasmania, marking another split on an environmental issue as Labor prepares for an election.

Ghostly scene at site of deadly Lindt siege 10 years on

A sombre scene marks the spot where gunman Man Haron Monis held customers and staff hostage over 16 terrifying hours at Sydney's Lindt Cafe 10 years ago.

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Borrowing blowout tipped in mid-year budget update

The federal government is expected to reveal a downgrade to its budget forecasts in its mid-year fiscal update as Australia's tax sugar-rush fades.

Coalition's nuclear plan would hit economy: Chalmers

The coalition's nuclear energy plan will hit the Australian economy by trillions, the treasurer warns, as Labor defends the action taken to lower power bills.

Festive frenzy: Christmas deliveries take climate toll

Australia's thirst for online shopping is keeping posties busy in the lead up to Christmas, but the impact is being felt on the environment and local traders.

Time machine to Pompeii: blockbuster opens in Australia

History-buffs can walk the streets of ancient Pompeii in a multi-sensory summer blockbuster at the National Museum of Australia.

Through dagwood dogs or hot wings, country shows unite

The man behind one of the biggest agricultural fairs in the US is set to visit Australia, sharing wisdom on everything from Pluto pups, to pigs and parking.

How green energy could fuel Australia-Taiwan friendship

Increasingly finding itself at the centre of tensions in the Indo-Pacific, Taiwan is looking to Australia to help meet its energy security needs.

PM rubbishes Dutton's nuclear energy plan as 'farcical'

Anthony Albanese has poured scorn on Peter Dutton's "farcical" nuclear plan and questioned the Liberal leader's claim it would lead to cheaper energy.

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