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Barney over barley continues despite China tariffs axe

Barney over barley continues despite China tariffs axe

The trade minister is calling for all barley producers to have Chinese market access with the largest exporters remaining blocked despite tariff removal.

Pilbara Minerals upgrades to million-plus tonnes a year

Pilbara Minerals upgrades to million-plus tonnes a year

Pilbara Minerals upgrades to million-plus tonnes a year

Pilbara Minerals upgrades to million-plus tonnes a year

Lithium producer Pilbara Minerals has wowed peers with a resource upgrade but urges the sector to reduce carbon and waste as the clean energy race accelerates.

Colombia and Jamaica face off for World Cup QF spot

Colombia and Jamaica face off for World Cup QF spot

Colombia and Jamaica face off for World Cup QF spot

Colombia and Jamaica face off for World Cup QF spot

After progressing to the round of 16 ahead of the likes of Germany and Brazil, Colombia and Jamaica face off for a spot in the Women's World Cup quarter-finals.

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Survey shows voters support affordable housing funding

Survey shows voters support affordable housing funding

Negotiations on the federal government's proposed housing fund continue as research suggests Australians want more public money spent on affordable housing.

Defence force hit by rising sexual assault claims

Defence force hit by rising sexual assault claims

The number of sexual assault claims being received by Australia's military prosecutor is lifting year on year, with one service heading the list.

Independents launch bid to boost donation disclosure

Independents launch bid to boost donation disclosure

Independent MP Kate Chaney has pushed for new laws for greater transparency on political donations at the federal level.

Estia Health agrees to $959m takeover by Bain Capital

Estia Health agrees to $959m takeover by Bain Capital

ASX300 aged-care operator Estia Health has agreed to be taken private by Bain Capital, the same Boston-based firm that owns Virgin Australia.

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MPs behaving badly face longer stints in the sin bin

MPs behaving badly face longer stints in the sin bin

MPs behaving badly face longer stints in the sin bin

MPs behaving badly face longer stints in the sin bin

A crack down on offensive language and longer stints on the sidelines are among proposed rules to improve the behaviour of MPs in the House of Representatives.

Bribery and misconduct crackdown on parliament's agenda

Bribery and misconduct crackdown on parliament's agenda

Bribery and misconduct crackdown on parliament's agenda

Bribery and misconduct crackdown on parliament's agenda

Federal parliament will debate university reforms, media classifications, strengthening national security and overhauling lobbyist regulations.

GWS forwards Bedford, Daniels in one-match AFL bans

GWS forwards Bedford, Daniels in one-match AFL bans

GWS forwards Bedford, Daniels in one-match AFL bans

GWS forwards Bedford, Daniels in one-match AFL bans

GWS could enter a crunch AFL clash with Port Adelaide without Toby Bedford and Brent Daniels after the duo received one-match bans.

Denmark ready to spoil Matildas' World Cup party

Denmark ready to spoil Matildas' World Cup party

Denmark ready to spoil Matildas' World Cup party

Denmark ready to spoil Matildas' World Cup party

Denmark will attempt to spoil the Matildas' Women's World Cup party when they face off in the round of 16 at Stadium Australia on Monday night.

ACT's top prosecutor resigns following inquiry report

ACT's top prosecutor resigns following inquiry report

ACT's top prosecutor resigns following inquiry report

ACT's top prosecutor resigns following inquiry report

Shane Drumgold has resigned from his role as ACT Director of Public Prosecutions but disputes many of the adverse findings made against him.

China's barley ruling to be template for other products

China's barley ruling to be template for other products

China's barley ruling to be template for other products

China's barley ruling to be template for other products

The agriculture minister is confident China's decision to remove trade sanctions on Australian barley will be used as a model for other products such as wine.

Sam Kerr's minutes a mystery as Denmark clash looms

Sam Kerr's minutes a mystery as Denmark clash looms

Sam Kerr's minutes a mystery as Denmark clash looms

Sam Kerr's minutes a mystery as Denmark clash looms

The Matildas are raring to take on Denmark for a spot in the Women's World Cup quarter-finals, but how much Sam Kerr will feature remains unclear.

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Cherrington sent off as Knights thrash Eels in NRLW

Kennedy Cherrington has become the second NRLW player to be sent from the field as Parramatta fell 38-4 to Newcastle at CommBank Stadium.

Huge fines on table as tax avoidance crackdown ramps up

Tax advisors and firms could face fines of more than $780 million if they help clients avoid paying tax as part of a Commonwealth push to stamp out misconduct.

Voice negativity is 'political ruin'- ex-Nationals MP

An ex-Nationals MP turned Independent says the federal coalition's strident opposition to an Indigenous voice to parliament is the road to political ruin.

Mini to Porsche: more classic cars are turning electric

Australian automotive start-ups are working on ways to turn classic cars into electric vehicles, as demand for conversions spikes.

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Australia gets wake-up call on materials manufacturing

Australia must ramp up its ability to make the materials and components needed for big renewable energy projects coming down the pipeline, industry heads say.

Uni scholarship paves way for Iranian refugee's success

An Iranian asylum seeker who was held in detention centres as a teen is working for the NSW government thanks to a university scholarship that opened doors.

Consumer confidence in the spotlight this week

A peak inside the minds of consumers, courtesy of two major surveys due this week, will reveal how households are faring as the economic challenges mount.

World Cup heavyweights raring for knockout stage

The Netherlands hope to remind everyone of their quality when they face South Africa in the Women's World Cup round of 16, while Sweden can knock out the USA.

Fowler prepared to step up in Women's World Cup

Young gun Mary Fowler will likely have a key role again in Australia's attack against Denmark and plans to take the opportunity with both hands.

Truckies hit the road to demand transport reforms

Transport workers have taken to major cities to demand the federal government implement better standards following a spate of workers' deaths.

Australia's indefinite detention laws under scrutiny

The United Nations and other high-powered organisations are demanding an immediate end to Australia's indefinite detention of refugees and immigrants.

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