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China threatens trade bans over vow to take back port

China threatens trade bans over vow to take back port

China could hit Australia with another round of economic sanctions if the Albanese government goes ahead with a plan to wrest back control of a key port.

Indigenous matriarch driven by passion for community

Indigenous matriarch driven by passion for community

Indigenous matriarch driven by passion for community

Indigenous matriarch driven by passion for community

A lifelong commitment to community and family has driven the work of this powerhouse for Indigenous rights, who considers her life one that's been well lived.

'Give it a crack': squash great eyes Olympics comeback

'Give it a crack': squash great eyes Olympics comeback

'Give it a crack': squash great eyes Olympics comeback

'Give it a crack': squash great eyes Olympics comeback

Among sportspeople feted in the Australia Day Honours list, squash royalty Rachael Grinham says she'll "give it a crack" to compete at the 2028 LA Olympics.

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Cattle pioneer says the gentle giants saved her life

Cattle pioneer says the gentle giants saved her life

A renowned cattle breeder formed a remarkable bond with Brahman after swapping a city job for a long and rewarding life on the land.

Olympic legend, top silks score highest honours

Olympic legend, top silks score highest honours

Olympic legend Cathy Freeman is one of 10 people to receive the top honour at the annual Order of Australia awards.

Former politicians prosper in Australia Day honours

Former politicians prosper in Australia Day honours

For their service to educational equity, economic development and public health, ex-politicians have been bestowed some of the nation's highest honours.

Griffin shines as Spirit heap further pain on Capitals

Griffin shines as Spirit heap further pain on Capitals

The Bendigo Spirit have kept their first place hopes alive, after beating a lively UC Capitals in the WNBL.

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'A home left quieter': sombre MPs grieve Bondi victims

'A home left quieter': sombre MPs grieve Bondi victims

'A home left quieter': sombre MPs grieve Bondi victims

'A home left quieter': sombre MPs grieve Bondi victims

Jewish MPs have comforted one another as emotional condolence motions were delivered in parliament to remember the 15 people slain in the Bondi terror attack.

Australia to 'respectfully' consider Gaza board invite

Australia to 'respectfully' consider Gaza board invite

Australia to 'respectfully' consider Gaza board invite

Australia to 'respectfully' consider Gaza board invite

An invitation by US President Donald Trump for Australia's prime minister to join world leaders on his Gaza peace board has been welcomed and will be discussed.

Man accused of making pipe bombs to remain behind bars

Man accused of making pipe bombs to remain behind bars

Man accused of making pipe bombs to remain behind bars

Man accused of making pipe bombs to remain behind bars

A 41-year-old man has faced court for the first time after he allegedly made several pipe bombs found strewn along suburban footpaths in the nation's capital.

Labor issues ultimatum on hate speech laws

Labor issues ultimatum on hate speech laws

Labor issues ultimatum on hate speech laws

Labor issues ultimatum on hate speech laws

Changes to hate speech laws remain up in the air as Anthony Albanese issues a take it or leave it offer to the coalition on the contentious laws.

Police probe motive over pipe bombs in the park

Police probe motive over pipe bombs in the park

Police probe motive over pipe bombs in the park

Police probe motive over pipe bombs in the park

A man accused of assembling pipe bombs from materials bought at Bunnings has been arrested after the explosives were found in parklands in the nation's capital.

Iranian community rallies as Middle East tensions flare

Iranian community rallies as Middle East tensions flare

Iranian community rallies as Middle East tensions flare

Iranian community rallies as Middle East tensions flare

As US President Donald Trump considers taking military action against Iran, protesters in Canberra have called for democracy to prevail in their home country.

Pipe bombs found on suburban footpaths, in parks

Pipe bombs found on suburban footpaths, in parks

Pipe bombs found on suburban footpaths, in parks

Pipe bombs found on suburban footpaths, in parks

Police are trying to work out who is responsible for a number of pipe bombs which have been found in public places in the nation's capital.

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Damaging winds warning as cold front brings heat relief

A gusty southerly change is bringing the first relief to heatwave-affected areas, but communities are warned about the threat of damaging winds and lightning.

Bogans, burnouts and bad mullets: must be Summernats

Bragging rights for Australia's best mullet and a $50,000 burnout prize are up for grabs as car enthusiasts gather for a premier petrol-fuelled festival.

Puoch's last-gasp magic helps Capitals down 'poor' Lynx

The UC Capitals have produced a remarkable WNBL upset, defeating the Perth Lynx courtesy of a game-clinching basket by Nyadiew Puoch.

Minns won't lobby PM for national royal commission

The NSW premier will stay in his lane as calls continue to mount on the prime minister for a national royal commission into the Bondi terror attack.

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'Clinical' Stars in 12-year first as Thunder falls flat

The Melbourne Stars have equalled their best BBL start since 2013, dominating the Sydney Thunder in Canberra to post a fourth straight victory.

Flames crush 'soft' Caps by 30, end WNBL losing streak

The Sydney Flames have given Renae Garlepp her first win as a WNBL coach and climbed off the bottom of the ladder after dismantling the Canberra Capitals.

Konstas fires, Heat spun out: Thunder get on BBL board

Sam Konstas and Matthew Gilkes fired for the Thunder before Shadab Khan spun through Brisbane to snuff out hopes of another miracle BBL run chase.

Melbourne brings heat as Caps down Venom in thriller

A double-double from Jade Melbourne has helped the UC Capitals overcome a spirited Geelong Venom and notch a fourth-straight WNBL win.

Reddit calls on High Court to slip social media ban

A platform known for its online forums has outlined its case to the High Court on why it should be exempted from Australia's teen social media ban.

Aussies skipping dental, medical care to afford rent

The housing crisis is changing the way Australians live with many revealing "heartbreaking" stories of struggle as they skip on the basics to make ends meet.

Former attorney-general charged with grooming teen

Former ACT attorney-general Gordon Ramsay has had his bail conditions varied during a brief mention of his grooming charge in court.

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