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Cut in federal seats expected as redraw process begins

Cut in federal seats expected as redraw process begins

The Australian Electoral Commission is about to start the process of redrawing federal seats ahead of the next election, as the population grows and shifts.

GWS finals bid suffers blow with Jesse Hogan injury

GWS finals bid suffers blow with Jesse Hogan injury

GWS finals bid suffers blow with Jesse Hogan injury

GWS finals bid suffers blow with Jesse Hogan injury

GWS forward Jesse Hogan will miss the next two weeks of AFL action after injuring his quad at training.

Australian shares dip, but finish week modestly higher

Australian shares dip, but finish week modestly higher

Australian shares dip, but finish week modestly higher

Australian shares dip, but finish week modestly higher

Traders have taken something off the table, sending the local bourse lower on Friday but up for the week ahead of key financial events.

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Infestation threat as fire ant nest found near border

Infestation threat as fire ant nest found near border

The discovery of a new fire ant nest within kilometres of the NSW border has renewed calls for fast-tracked funding to eliminate the dangerous pest.

Chinese spy ships eye naval drills off Australian coast

Chinese spy ships eye naval drills off Australian coast

As Talisman Sabre exercises are held off Australia's coastline, Chinese ships will monitor the multinational military drill.

Bubble bursts on Gold Coast Commonwealth Games lifeline

Bubble bursts on Gold Coast Commonwealth Games lifeline

Hopes the Gold Coast could rescue the 2026 Commonwealth Games, after a successful 2018 event, have been dashed by the federal and Queensland governments.

Win for queer memoir as classification ruling upheld

Win for queer memoir as classification ruling upheld

Trans advocates have welcomed a decision allowing the first book referred to the classification board in ten years to remain on shelves.

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Woman born on refugee boat dives into swimming lessons

Woman born on refugee boat dives into swimming lessons

Woman born on refugee boat dives into swimming lessons

Woman born on refugee boat dives into swimming lessons

A woman born on a refugee boat who later survived a poolside misadventure is diving head first into adult swimming lessons, declaring herself a water baby.

Gas lobby ad found misleading for 'cleaner' claims

Gas lobby ad found misleading for 'cleaner' claims

Gas lobby ad found misleading for 'cleaner' claims

Gas lobby ad found misleading for 'cleaner' claims

Australia's peak oil and gas lobby has modified its latest ad campaign after its claim gas was "cleaner" breached industry standards.

China-linked bid for WA lithium mine knocked back

China-linked bid for WA lithium mine knocked back

China-linked bid for WA lithium mine knocked back

China-linked bid for WA lithium mine knocked back

The Foreign Investment Review Board has nixed an attempt by a US company with ties to China to acquire the shuttered Bald Hill mine in Western Australia.

European heatwaves a warning for scorchers Down Under

European heatwaves a warning for scorchers Down Under

European heatwaves a warning for scorchers Down Under

European heatwaves a warning for scorchers Down Under

Australians are being warned to brace for blistering temperatures this summer as governments are called on to prepare an action plan ahead of time.

Smart solar tech a national security risk: opposition

Smart solar tech a national security risk: opposition

Smart solar tech a national security risk: opposition

Smart solar tech a national security risk: opposition

Parts of solar panels connected to the internet made by Chinese firms expose the country to security risks, the federal opposition warns.

Aussies live longer and prosper but face money worries

Aussies live longer and prosper but face money worries

Aussies live longer and prosper but face money worries

Aussies live longer and prosper but face money worries

Life expectancy and job satisfaction in Australia have improved but a report tracking the nation's wellbeing was less positive on other key measures.

Inflation debate makes RBA rates call a coin toss

Inflation debate makes RBA rates call a coin toss

Inflation debate makes RBA rates call a coin toss

Inflation debate makes RBA rates call a coin toss

Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the latest jobs figures are a good surprise, despite fears the unemployment rate could lead to more pain for mortgage holders.

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Financiers seek to narrow Roberts-Smith costs claim

Companies that backed disgraced veteran Ben Roberts-Smith's defamation lawsuits against media outlets want the scope of documents to assess costs narrowed.

Bad news for drinkers as tax on spirits set to rise

Australia’s tax on spirits is set for another hike next month, meaning drinkers can expect to pay more for a rum and coke.

Matildas do fans proud with winning World Cup match

Australia has gone green and gold for the Matildas with more than 75,000 fans turning up to watch their first World Cup match against Ireland.

ASX finishes flat as tight jobs report puts heat on RBA

The local bourse lost steam to close essentially unchanged after better-than-expected employment data increased the odds of another rate hike.

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Blak Sovereign Movement makes case against referendum

The Blak Sovereign Movement is opposed to a referendum to enshrine an Indigenous voice into the constitution, hitting out against 'yes' and 'no' campaigns.

Funding gap means growing pains for Australian unicorns

Australian technology startups are challenging Silicon Valley ventures for investment but need changes to education and funding to take on big firms.

Stage fright as new listings plummet to crisis-era lows

The slowest period of new ASX listings in more than a decade has been blamed on high interest rates, pessimism about the global economy and pandemic strains.

Strong jobs market keeps pressure on interest rates

The resilience of the jobs market continues to beat expectations and could be bad news for mortgage holders hoping for another pause on interest rate rises.

Fears Coles milk buyout could sour market for farmers

There are concerns that a Coles plan to buy two milk processing plants will give the supermarket giant greater power and bargaining influence on the market.

Olympic champs Canada out to silence critics at WWC

Olympic champions Canada are happy to be underestimated as they kick off their bid to add a Women's World Cup title to their Tokyo Olympic gold medal.

PwC partner wins injunction over retirement move

A partner of PwC is taking the embattled consultancy giant to court over his forced retirement after an investigation into misuse of confidential information.

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