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Aust shares gain modestly as Israel-Hamas truce begins

Aust shares gain modestly as Israel-Hamas truce begins

The local share market closed the day 0.2 per cent higher, but finished the week down 0.1 per cent.

Older Australians falling victim to NBN scammers

Older Australians falling victim to NBN scammers

Older Australians falling victim to NBN scammers

Older Australians falling victim to NBN scammers

Older Australians are losing the most amount of money to scammers impersonating NBN staff, with more than $1.2 million already swindled.

'Rough and forceful' rape did not happen, says Lehrmann

'Rough and forceful' rape did not happen, says Lehrmann

'Rough and forceful' rape did not happen, says Lehrmann

'Rough and forceful' rape did not happen, says Lehrmann

Bruce Lehrmann has again denied sexually assaulting Brittany Higgins as she was unconscious or semi-conscious on a federal minister's couch.

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Shoppers spend big on Black Friday sales

Shoppers spend big on Black Friday sales

Australians are tipped to spend more than $6 billion on Black Friday bargains, providing a boost to retailers grappling with a slow year of sales.

Banks declare war on scams with warnings for new payees

Banks declare war on scams with warnings for new payees

Australian banking customers will be better protected from scammers under a suite of changes introduced by the industry.

Australia's emissions policies need 'radical reset'

Australia's emissions policies need 'radical reset'

Australia's is failing at every turn to rein in its emissions and a radical reset is needed, experts say ahead of a global climate summit in Dubai.

Perry sees Healy as Lanning's captaincy successor

Perry sees Healy as Lanning's captaincy successor

Ellyse Perry is tipping Alyssa Healy to take over as Australian captain from the retired Meg Lanning.

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Families earning $80k or less could get free child care

Families earning $80k or less could get free child care

Families earning $80k or less could get free child care

Families earning $80k or less could get free child care

The government should modify childcare subsidies and increase access for children from all backgrounds, particularly low-income households, a report suggests.

US pilot facing extradition drops request for key files

US pilot facing extradition drops request for key files

US pilot facing extradition drops request for key files

US pilot facing extradition drops request for key files

Former military pilot Daniel Duggan will wait another six months before an extradition hearing to decide if he will be handed to US authorities.

Albanese government urged to sign treaty banning nukes

Albanese government urged to sign treaty banning nukes

Albanese government urged to sign treaty banning nukes

Albanese government urged to sign treaty banning nukes

Australia is being urged to sign a treaty banning nuclear weapons "without delay," bringing the nation into line with its Pacific neighbours.

Croppers warn winter harvest is not looking great

Croppers warn winter harvest is not looking great

Croppers warn winter harvest is not looking great

Croppers warn winter harvest is not looking great

As the winter crop harvest winds up earlier than usual, the nation's biggest wheat producer WA is reporting lower than expected volumes with some yields halved.

Truth-telling, local voices still on government's radar

Truth-telling, local voices still on government's radar

Truth-telling, local voices still on government's radar

Truth-telling, local voices still on government's radar

Indigenous Australians minister Linda Burney says a consultative model featuring local and regional voices is a "very live discussion".

'Life or death': rural health back under the spotlight

'Life or death': rural health back under the spotlight

'Life or death': rural health back under the spotlight

'Life or death': rural health back under the spotlight

An inquiry will examine the NSW government's progress in improving healthcare in rural areas, 18 months after revelations the system was at breaking point.

First Nations wisdom harnessed to protect environment

First Nations wisdom harnessed to protect environment

First Nations wisdom harnessed to protect environment

First Nations wisdom harnessed to protect environment

The government hopes to centre First Nations knowledge in environmental protection efforts by doubling the number of Indigenous rangers by 2030.

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Perth Mint told to step up anti-money laundering effort

The Perth Mint has avoided a fine from the financial regulator but will be required to prove it can meet anti-money laundering laws.

Mercer Financial fined $12m over fees for no service

Mercer admitted inadequate fee disclosures and to charging 761 clients a combined $4.7 million in fees for services they never received.

'Absolutely not': Lehrmann denies Higgins rape

Bruce Lehrmann has vehemently denied raping Brittany Higgins in a Parliament House ministerial office, instead claiming it was an "innocuous night".

Albanese defends inflation-busting plan amid blowback

The federal government has backed its inflation-fighting policies as the opposition says Labor's perception of price pressures is at odds with the Reserve Bank.

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Australian shares sink after hawkish talk from RBA boss

The local share market closed down 0.6 per cent to hit its lowest level in a week following a speech by RBA governor Michelle Bullock.

The prince and the dummy: Edward pays visit to SES

Prince Edward has put his skills to the test in front of emergency services before talking business about driving numbers for an important goal.

Insurance Council warns higher prices 'baked in'

The Insurance Council of Australia chief says households and businesses are feeling the squeeze, with more people forced to forego or reduce insurance coverage.

Late bid for Origin Energy as first offer loses power

A private equity consortium hoping to acquire Origin Energy has put forward a new offer after it became clear the previous one would have failed.

Albanese welcomes hostage exchange, as deal delayed

Anthony Albanese has backed a temporary ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, just as the brokered deal was set back with the release of hostages delayed.

Feds 'supercharge' clean energy build to keep lights on

Clean energy sources will take over from ageing coal power stations under a supercharged federal scheme, but critics say household bills will rise without gas.

Consistency call for early uni offers, assault handling

Education ministers are looking at national standards covering how universities offer early placements and handle sexual assault complaints.

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