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Sam Pang wins 2026 Gold Logie

Sam Pang wins 2026 Gold Logie

Comedian and television host Sam Pang has won the 2026 Gold Logie, and accepted the gong with a speech full of zingers.

Papua New Guineans to start serving in Aussie defence

Papua New Guineans to start serving in Aussie defence

Papua New Guineans to start serving in Aussie defence

Papua New Guineans to start serving in Aussie defence

Defence Minister Richard Marles says a pilot program will begin accepting PNG nationals in Australia's army, navy and air forces by next June.

Visa slowdown for backpackers amid migration backlash

Visa slowdown for backpackers amid migration backlash

Visa slowdown for backpackers amid migration backlash

Visa slowdown for backpackers amid migration backlash

Labor has confirmed it is slowing down working visa applications as work continues behind the scenes to settle on a restricted migration scheme.

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Anger over One Nation plan to 'end compulsory super'

Anger over One Nation plan to 'end compulsory super'

One Nation has been criticised after leader Pauline Hanson suggested many people would be better off with money in their pockets rather than in superannuation.

Labor confident of an NDIS deal despite reform backlash

Labor confident of an NDIS deal despite reform backlash

The federal disability minister has defended changes to the NDIS, flagging further amendments to tackle fraud and win parliamentary support.

Jobs data and a fireside chat: the economic week ahead

Jobs data and a fireside chat: the economic week ahead

Unemployment and wage figures are the pick of the week's economic data, while traders will tune in to a "fireside chat" with the Reserve Bank deputy governor.

'I still don't like it': Hanson on gay pride parade

'I still don't like it': Hanson on gay pride parade

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson is still no fan of the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras, 30 years on from an infamous interview.

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Australia's system 'not built' for sex crime victims

Australia's system 'not built' for sex crime victims

Australia's system 'not built' for sex crime victims

Australia's system 'not built' for sex crime victims

Advocates are fighting for victims of sexual assault to receive as much legal help as possible against an ancient justice system not built for them.

Push on to shake up 'best before' and 'use-by' dates

Push on to shake up 'best before' and 'use-by' dates

Push on to shake up 'best before' and 'use-by' dates

Push on to shake up 'best before' and 'use-by' dates

Confusing date labels are leading Australians to bin way too much edible food, as advocates push reform and families seek smarter ways to cut waste.

World class music expats return home for concerts

World class music expats return home for concerts

World class music expats return home for concerts

World class music expats return home for concerts

Quite possibly the orchestra with the most frequent flyer points, the Australian World Orchestra sees the nation's best musicians return for sellout concerts.

Little penguin dies from bird flu as case numbers grow

Little penguin dies from bird flu as case numbers grow

Little penguin dies from bird flu as case numbers grow

Little penguin dies from bird flu as case numbers grow

Bird flu has killed a little penguin before a vaccination program has gotten under way, as case numbers of the disease grow among wild birds in two states.

Minister slaps down Hanson's latest immigration call

Minister slaps down Hanson's latest immigration call

Minister slaps down Hanson's latest immigration call

Minister slaps down Hanson's latest immigration call

A federal minister has dismissed Pauline Hanson's latest immigration policy proposal, likening it to something Donald Trump would advocate.

Australian War Memorial commemorates Kabul anniversary

Australian War Memorial commemorates Kabul anniversary

Australian War Memorial commemorates Kabul anniversary

Australian War Memorial commemorates Kabul anniversary

The Australian War Memorial is commemorating the end of Australia's longest war with concerts featuring a musician who witnessed it.

Mailman becomes Logies' first Indigenous Hall of Famer

Mailman becomes Logies' first Indigenous Hall of Famer

Mailman becomes Logies' first Indigenous Hall of Famer

Mailman becomes Logies' first Indigenous Hall of Famer

Prominent actor Deborah Mailman is to be named the Logie Awards' first Indigenous Hall of Fame recipient.

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Cat DNA study reveals huge native animal toll

New DNA analysis reveals feral cats are killing substantially more of Australia's native animals than detected using conventional research methods.

Help for Australians to ward off leading cause of death

Thousands of letters from the federal government will be sent to older Australians warning them they are at a higher risk from a leading killer.

Heartbreak as stars pay tribute to mentor Johnny Young

Singers who launched their careers on Young Talent Time are honouring their much-loved former host Johnny Young, who helped them find their voice on TV.

'I am so sorry': audit investigator's belated apology

An investigator has apologised to a Senate inquiry for failing to properly probe claims of misconduct at one of the biggest multinational auditors.

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Tech giants unaware how many children on social media

Social media conglomerates have been asked about their failure to comply with Australia’s social media ban and been unable to answer a particular question.

'Too far, too fast': alarm as NDIS revamp moves closer

An inquiry report recommending multibillion-dollar cuts to the national disability fund go ahead is being tempered by widespread warnings over the shake-up

Electric trucks could deliver a billion-dollar payload

Australian laws are keeping heavy-duty electric trucks off the road, a report says, when they could boost productivity by more than $2 billion.

Impact of war in Middle East hits insurer's bottom line

Shares in Sydney-based global insurance company have fallen two-month low after it paid out millions in catastrophe claims related to the war with Iran.

Alan Jones's accuser felt silenced by 'golden goose'

The second week of Alan Jones's sexual misconduct trial has ended, as an ex-radio staffer alleges a power imbalance stopped him bringing forward claims earlier.

Early days but a door is opening for first home buyers

Rising interest rates were already softening mortgage demand from investors but Labor's tax changes in the federal budget deepened the dive.

Banks and miners drag market to worst week in months

The ASX has retreated sharply a week after hitting record highs as macroeconomic concerns, metals prices and high earnings benchmarks weigh on confidence.

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