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West versus rest as fresh stoush brews over GST spoils

West versus rest as fresh stoush brews over GST spoils

A review of a contentious carve-up has reignited debate over the fairness of one state getting more GST revenue under a special deal with a previous government.

Wiggles clap back at ex-CEO’s unlawful sacking claim

Wiggles clap back at ex-CEO’s unlawful sacking claim

Wiggles clap back at ex-CEO’s unlawful sacking claim

Wiggles clap back at ex-CEO’s unlawful sacking claim

The Wiggles and their former CEO are attempting to sing in tune over claims the boss was undermined before being illegally fired.

PM greeted by Trump at exclusive leaders' reception

PM greeted by Trump at exclusive leaders' reception

PM greeted by Trump at exclusive leaders' reception

PM greeted by Trump at exclusive leaders' reception

Anthony Albanese has met Donald Trump at the president's welcome reception for world leaders in New York after the pair locked in a formal sit-down for October.

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Farming export success sows seeds of growth goal reset

Farming export success sows seeds of growth goal reset

A $100 billion target is expected to be met by Australian agriculture, but whether it remains the best goal has been questioned at a farming conference.

Australian shares suffer worst day in three weeks

Australian shares suffer worst day in three weeks

Australian shares fell 0.9 per cent, giving back most of three days of gains, after an inflation readout dashed any remaining hope of an RBA rate cut next week.

Bank's big rate call after 'ugly' inflation print

Bank's big rate call after 'ugly' inflation print

A big four bank has pushed back its forecast for the next Reserve Bank rate cut after Australia's headline inflation rate jumped in August.

Optus chief blames human error for triple-zero disaster

Optus chief blames human error for triple-zero disaster

A major Optus outage that left Australians without access to emergency services has been blamed on human error as its embattled CEO fights to keep his position.

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Cordial or car crash: PM to face meeting Trump test

Cordial or car crash: PM to face meeting Trump test

Cordial or car crash: PM to face meeting Trump test

Cordial or car crash: PM to face meeting Trump test

Australia's relationship with the US will likely remain strong even if a meeting between Anthony Albanese and Donald Trump descends into chaos, one expert says.

Can't afford a shower: fears over aged care reforms

Can't afford a shower: fears over aged care reforms

Can't afford a shower: fears over aged care reforms

Can't afford a shower: fears over aged care reforms

A major overhaul of aged care, billed to make the sector more sustainable, could lead to residents skipping showers because of the cost.

Call to revamp parental leave to benefit entire family

Call to revamp parental leave to benefit entire family

Call to revamp parental leave to benefit entire family

Call to revamp parental leave to benefit entire family

Sex Discrimination Commissioner Anna Cody has issued a call to action to employers, governments unions and the public to challenge outdated gender norms.

Wanted: 100 electric car drivers for energy-saving test

Wanted: 100 electric car drivers for energy-saving test

Wanted: 100 electric car drivers for energy-saving test

Wanted: 100 electric car drivers for energy-saving test

Would you plug your car into the national grid for money off your electricity bill? A growing number of energy providers would like to know.

AFL football boss open to stats for Brownlow voting

AFL football boss open to stats for Brownlow voting

AFL football boss open to stats for Brownlow voting

AFL football boss open to stats for Brownlow voting

The Brownlow Medal voting has been a hot topic again in the wake of Monday night's count, with the AFL open to umpires having access to statistics.

Lehrmann's claim after anti-corruption raid on home

Lehrmann's claim after anti-corruption raid on home

Lehrmann's claim after anti-corruption raid on home

Lehrmann's claim after anti-corruption raid on home

Disgraced ex-political staffer Bruce Lehrmann is representing himself in a legal fight against the national anti-corruption watchdog after a raid on his house.

Bourse operator told to shape up after risk failings

Bourse operator told to shape up after risk failings

Bourse operator told to shape up after risk failings

Bourse operator told to shape up after risk failings

The Reserve Bank has delivered a scathing assessment of governance and risk culture failings as part of an inquiry into Australia's stock exchange operator.

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ABC cops $150k fine as judge slams caving to lobbyists

The ABC has been fined $150,000 for unlawfully firing a host over a post on the Gaza war after a judge urged employers to hold fast against lobbying campaigns.

Demoted Liberal backs Ley rival as internal rift widens

Liberal leader Sussan Ley is under growing pressure from members of her backbench as a breakaway faction backs Western Australian MP Andrew Hastie.

Kathmandu, Rip Curl owner slumps to huge full-year loss

The owner of Kathmandu, Rip Curl and Oboz footwear, KMD Brands has posted a statutory loss of $105 million - its worst result in at least a decade.

Gambling harm impacting mental health and relationships

Gambling rates are on the rise in Australia with the practice linked to serious issues including suicidal thoughts, domestic violence and financial stress.

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Trump's wild claim could hurt people living with autism

Hard work to break down stigma over autism may be set back by claims made by the US president linking the condition to the use of paracetamol during pregnancy.

Environmentalists have to be 'sneaky' as markets bloom

Markets are coming for nature and the environment and those with more than a financial interest have had to adapt to achieve their goals.

Aircraft debate rages ahead of summer bushfire threat

Experts are calling on the government to urgently invest in its own firefighting aircraft as the planes are increasingly used to fight blazes overseas.

'Children over shareholders': sector grilled for lapses

A childcare inquiry has prompted apologies from publicly listed providers for any harm caused to the thousands of kids under their protection.

Myer's troubled robotic warehouse costing it dearly

Myer shareholders won't see a final dividend after its full-year profit took a 30 per cent hit, driven by costly issues with a robotic warehouse.

'History repeating': quit heat dials up on Optus chief

Calls are growing across the political spectrum for the boss of Optus to stand down after his network oversaw a brutal network outage linked to multiple deaths.

Banks, miners lead Aussie shares to third day of gains

Glimmers of hope are beginning to appear in the traditionally gloomy market month of September after a third strong performance by the local bourse.

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