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Medicinal cannabis concerns half-baked, advocates say

Medicinal cannabis concerns half-baked, advocates say

An analysis has found no evidence medicinal cannabis is effective for treating many illnesses but advocates say more data is needed to make a definitive call.

Fuel ration push parked as crisis talks target pricing

Fuel ration push parked as crisis talks target pricing

Fuel ration push parked as crisis talks target pricing

Fuel ration push parked as crisis talks target pricing

Ministers say they're focused on getting more petrol into the market in response to the Iran war, rather than limiting how much motorists can buy.

Tax discount 'skewing' property market to investors

Tax discount 'skewing' property market to investors

Tax discount 'skewing' property market to investors

Tax discount 'skewing' property market to investors

A parliamentary report has found significant tax discounts on capital gains have tipped the scales in favour of investors compared to owner-occupiers

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Australia, NZ boost military co-operation over decade

Australia, NZ boost military co-operation over decade

Defence and foreign ministers from Australia and New Zealand have outlined a decade-long military plan as both nations lauded the strong relationship.

Radio silence for Sandilands as contract deadline looms

Radio silence for Sandilands as contract deadline looms

Embattled radio host Kyle Sandilands says he expects his employer to honour his multimillion-dollar contract as he waits to hear whether he will be fired.

Australian stock market gains after split rate decision

Australian stock market gains after split rate decision

The Australian Securities Exchange finished 0.3 per cent higher and the local currency hit a five-day high after the Reserve Bank raised interest rates.

China spy asset complained to Penny Wong about raid

China spy asset complained to Penny Wong about raid

A businessman who worked with two suspected Chinese spies told Foreign Minister Penny Wong that domestic intelligence agents crossed a line by raiding his home

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Coal miner reaps price rise from Middle East conflict

Coal miner reaps price rise from Middle East conflict

Coal miner reaps price rise from Middle East conflict

Coal miner reaps price rise from Middle East conflict

Coalminer New Hope is experiencing a price lift for the black mineral from the war in the Middle East, after posting a sharp fall in interim profit.

Sending Australian navy to Middle East not a priority

Sending Australian navy to Middle East not a priority

Sending Australian navy to Middle East not a priority

Sending Australian navy to Middle East not a priority

The closure of one of the world's most important oil corridors continues to wreak economic havoc but Australia's navy is unlikely to join efforts to reopen it.

Navigational sounders off during icebreaker's grounding

Navigational sounders off during icebreaker's grounding

Navigational sounders off during icebreaker's grounding

Navigational sounders off during icebreaker's grounding

Details of a grounding at a remote island involving Australia's flagship Antarctic research vessel have been released by the transport safety investigator.

Australia and EU on the brink of a free trade deal

Australia and EU on the brink of a free trade deal

Australia and EU on the brink of a free trade deal

Australia and EU on the brink of a free trade deal

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen might travel to Australia within the week to sign a long-awaited free trade deal with Australia.

Remaining Iranian soccer players join A-League training

Remaining Iranian soccer players join A-League training

Remaining Iranian soccer players join A-League training

Remaining Iranian soccer players join A-League training

Two remaining Iranian soccer players have trained with a local club after five others who initially also sought asylum in Australia reversed their decision.

Bold reforms urged to boost flagging Aussie innovation

Bold reforms urged to boost flagging Aussie innovation

Bold reforms urged to boost flagging Aussie innovation

Bold reforms urged to boost flagging Aussie innovation

Tax changes, more grants, and targeted training are among the recommendations of a sweeping review of Australia's research and development industry.

Aussie drivers divided over petrol vs electric future

Aussie drivers divided over petrol vs electric future

Aussie drivers divided over petrol vs electric future

Aussie drivers divided over petrol vs electric future

Many Australian motorists plan to park an electric or hybrid vehicle in their garage in future but one policy change could alter their path.

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Universities called out for improper use of gag clauses

The student watchdog is pushing to end overly strict confidentiality clauses when complaints are made, with almost half of universities applying gag orders.

AI could devalue your degree, federal government warns

AI could make soft skills like judgment more important for workers than traditional university degrees, assistant minister Andrew Leigh will say in a speech.

Summer climate 'whiplash' hitting harder and faster

Australia is seesawing between floods and fires with increasing frequency, leaving a trail of ecosystem stress, property damage and strained council budgets.

'Hand in hand': Danish royals talk up Australia ties

Anthony Albanese has hailed Australia's "great affection" for the Danish royal couple while hosting them ahead of Queen Mary's return to her home town.

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Label unhealthy foods, weight drug boss tells Australia

Workplace health checks, clearer labels on unhealthy foods and better education would help Australia reduce high rates of obesity, a drug company chief says.

Denying workers meal breaks - did somebody say KFC?

A long-running class action brought by KFC workers alleging they were denied payments for breaks has been settled for $28.8 million.

Australian shares drop as Iran war enters third week

Australian shares have fallen at the start of a busy week of global central bank rate decisions, with the Reserve Bank expected to be the only one to hike.

Fuel tax cut urged to avoid fruit 'rotting on trees'

As some country towns face major petrol shortages, pressure is mounting on the federal government to intervene to bring down fuel prices.

Gambler's regret as Star-dudded suit loses millions

Casino giant Star Entertainment will be millions out of pocket after appearing to sue the wrong party in a court case over dangerous combustible cladding.

AFL club admits 'error of judgment' on Bondi tribute

The Sydney Swans have apologised over an AFL pre-game tribute to the Bondi terror attack victims that failed to mention the Jewish community.

Rose Byrne, Jacob Elordi miss out on Oscar glory

Five Australians including actress Rose Byrne have lost one battle after another at the 98th Academy Awards, leaving the Oscars empty-handed.

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