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Security fears over impact of possible Gaza invasion

Security fears over impact of possible Gaza invasion

There are concerns within the government that a possible ground invasion of Gaza could heighten tensions in Australia.

Australian shares drop for fifth week in past six

Australian shares drop for fifth week in past six

Australian shares drop for fifth week in past six

Australian shares drop for fifth week in past six

The local share market has closed slightly higher for the day, but finished the week down 1.1 per cent after hitting a one-year low on Thursday.

Rural phone coverage reform to be a 'long conversation'

Rural phone coverage reform to be a 'long conversation'

Rural phone coverage reform to be a 'long conversation'

Rural phone coverage reform to be a 'long conversation'

Advances in mobile, wireless and satellite tech are likely to feature in coming discussions ahead of an overhaul of telecommunication services in the bush.

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Assange future raised in Albanese-Biden talks

Assange future raised in Albanese-Biden talks

The issue of Wikileaks founder Julian Assange's future has been raised in talks between Anthony Albanese and Joe Biden in Washington.

Government faces global and local calls for tax reform

Government faces global and local calls for tax reform

Australia should consider revenue raising options that are less vulnerable to an ageing population than income tax, the OECD says.

Safe Work report recommends ban on engineered stone

Safe Work report recommends ban on engineered stone

Workplace health and safety ministers will determine later this year whether to ban engineered stone, after recommendations to do so by the watchdog.

Calls to free Palestinian refugee in Australian custody

Calls to free Palestinian refugee in Australian custody

The UN and the Palestinian embassy have demanded the release of a stateless Palestinian man who has been in immigration detention for a decade in Australia.

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Flag-chasing Kangaroos keen for something to Crow about

Flag-chasing Kangaroos keen for something to Crow about

Flag-chasing Kangaroos keen for something to Crow about

Flag-chasing Kangaroos keen for something to Crow about

North Melbourne are determined to make a statement against AFLW powerhouse Adelaide, following defeats to fellow premiership contenders Brisbane and Melbourne.

Asbestos disease danger 'far from over', says watchdog

Asbestos disease danger 'far from over', says watchdog

Asbestos disease danger 'far from over', says watchdog

Asbestos disease danger 'far from over', says watchdog

Though most Australians understand the risks of asbestos exposure, many have grown complacent when handling the dangerous material.

'Test of our time': PM says China projects its values

'Test of our time': PM says China projects its values

'Test of our time': PM says China projects its values

'Test of our time': PM says China projects its values

Anthony Albanese has wrapped up an official visit to the United States with a reflection on China's attempts to change the status quo.

'Duty to assist' key to ending homelessness

'Duty to assist' key to ending homelessness

'Duty to assist' key to ending homelessness

'Duty to assist' key to ending homelessness

Homelessness Australia says its possible to end homelessness within a decade if Australia can muster the political and financial will.

Thousands in solar savings light up family budgets

Thousands in solar savings light up family budgets

Thousands in solar savings light up family budgets

Thousands in solar savings light up family budgets

Households with solar panels are saving up to $1350 on their power bills while those with larger batteries are pocketing $2252, energy department figures show.

Casual worker changes threaten jobs: Wesfarmers chair

Casual worker changes threaten jobs: Wesfarmers chair

Casual worker changes threaten jobs: Wesfarmers chair

Casual worker changes threaten jobs: Wesfarmers chair

Corporate heavyweight Michael Chaney says proposed changes to Australia's labour laws would add complexity and cost.

Govt policies 'anti-farming' says new farmers' boss

Govt policies 'anti-farming' says new farmers' boss

Govt policies 'anti-farming' says new farmers' boss

Govt policies 'anti-farming' says new farmers' boss

The new president of the National Farmers' Federation has taken aim at key government policies including water buybacks and industrial relations reforms.

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Australian stocks plunge again to new low for 2023

The local share market has finished at its lowest level in a year amid war in the Middle East, rising bond yields and expectations of more rate hikes.

Billionaire says vote for climate with career switch

More than two clean energy jobs will be created for every fossil fuel-related job lost, tech billionaire Mike Cannon-Brookes tells a net-zero jobs fair.

RBA 'wary' more rate hikes needed to beat inflation

The head of the Reserve Bank admits decision-makers "don't know if the job is done yet" when it comes to interest rate tightening to combat inflation.

Water Rat to the rescue as agriculture goes hi-tech

Connectivity tools, satellite technology, water level sensors and GPS ear tags are some of the latest agricultural gadgets on the market.

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Appliance sales switch off as economy slows JB Hi-Fi

Home appliance and consumer electronics sales fell for JB Hi-Fi and The Good Guys as the companies face a 'tougher retail trading environment'.

Ritzy White House dinner Albanese's dating highlight

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and partner Jodie Haydon enjoyed a State Dinner at the White House, although Australia's A-list stars were nowhere to be found.

Joe Biden issues warning to Australia over China

As Anthony Albanese prepares to jet to China, US President Joe Biden has urged Australia to "trust, but verify" when dealing with Beijing.

Aid for Gaza boosted amid calls for safe corridor

Australia is continuing its efforts to try to safely evacuate citizens from Gaza as the humanitarian situation worsens and the Palestinian death toll climbs.

Woolworths shareholders revolt after two worker deaths

Woolworths Group shareholders have rejected the company's remuneration framework, saying bonuses should have been slashed more after the deaths of two workers.

Thousands of patients take up 60-day prescriptions

About 200,000 prescriptions for 60 days of medicine have been handed out in the first month of new pharmacy rules.

'No greater friend': Albanese, Biden toast alliance

US President Joe Biden has hailed Australia’s “commitment to facing tough challenges" while hosting Anthony Albanese at a glitzy White House dinner.

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