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Rallies mark second anniversary of Ukraine invasion

Rallies mark second anniversary of Ukraine invasion

Hundreds of Australians have taken part in rallies to mark two years since Russia invaded Ukraine as calls for more military support grow.

Man involved in Old Parliament House fire avoids prison

Man involved in Old Parliament House fire avoids prison

Man involved in Old Parliament House fire avoids prison

Man involved in Old Parliament House fire avoids prison

Bruce Shillingsworth Jr has been given an 18-month suspended prison sentence for his role in a fire at Old Parliament House that caused $5.2 million in damages.

Blood, sweat and tears: veterans' struggles laid bare

Blood, sweat and tears: veterans' struggles laid bare

Blood, sweat and tears: veterans' struggles laid bare

Blood, sweat and tears: veterans' struggles laid bare

A three-tonne sculpture will carve out a space for the unseen as the Australian War Memorial turns a new leaf to shine a light on the struggles of veterans.

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'No safety boost' from axing terrorists' citizenship

'No safety boost' from axing terrorists' citizenship

Experts have picked apart laws that strip Australian citizenship from dual nationals convicted of serious offences, saying the powers don't increase safety.

Lehrmann inquiry chair accused of concealing texts

Lehrmann inquiry chair accused of concealing texts

Lawyers for former ACT chief prosecutor Shane Drumgold have accused the chair of an inquiry into the Bruce Lehrmann trial of trying to conceal text exchanges.

Excitement machine Toole still on rugby sevens radar

Excitement machine Toole still on rugby sevens radar

ACT Brumbies winger Corey Toole is edging closer to Wallabies selection, but another national team remains of interest to the speedster.

Inquiry chair denies special treatment for journalist

Inquiry chair denies special treatment for journalist

The chair of an inquiry into Bruce Lehrmann's rape trial denies he gave preferential treatment to a particular journalist, despite prolonged contact.

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Volunteers to transcribe letters from the front lines

Volunteers to transcribe letters from the front lines

Volunteers to transcribe letters from the front lines

Volunteers to transcribe letters from the front lines

Handwritten love letters from servicemen are among documents from the Australian War Memorial collection published online as part of a transcription project.

'Poisoned' review into Bruce Lehrmann's rape trial

'Poisoned' review into Bruce Lehrmann's rape trial

'Poisoned' review into Bruce Lehrmann's rape trial

'Poisoned' review into Bruce Lehrmann's rape trial

A former judge who examined the prosecution of Bruce Lehrmann had his mind "poisoned" against the man in charge of the Crown's case, a court has heard.

Soft landing for airfares but cancellations hang around

Soft landing for airfares but cancellations hang around

Soft landing for airfares but cancellations hang around

Soft landing for airfares but cancellations hang around

Domestic flights are cheaper but staffing shortages mean delays and cancellations are still above average.

Climate risk assessment based on dream 1.5C scenario

Climate risk assessment based on dream 1.5C scenario

Climate risk assessment based on dream 1.5C scenario

Climate risk assessment based on dream 1.5C scenario

Australia's first climate risk assessment will be based on a scenario that does not reflect reality, the Greens say.

Stamp duty costs climb as home buyers struggle to save

Stamp duty costs climb as home buyers struggle to save

Stamp duty costs climb as home buyers struggle to save

Stamp duty costs climb as home buyers struggle to save

Market analysis has revealed the rising cost of stamp duty on property purchases - and its impact on people trying to break into the housing market.

Pacific Islands push for more uni students in Australia

Pacific Islands push for more uni students in Australia

Pacific Islands push for more uni students in Australia

Pacific Islands push for more uni students in Australia

Pacific Islander students could benefit from being considered local students at Australian universities, with long wait times for visas proving a major hurdle.

Big-name playmakers return for second Super Rugby trial

Big-name playmakers return for second Super Rugby trial

Big-name playmakers return for second Super Rugby trial

Big-name playmakers return for second Super Rugby trial

Noah Lolesio and Tom Lynagh will run out for their respective Super Rugby Pacific clubs in trial matches this weekend.

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Property investors in focus as tax debate shifts gears

As home ownership becomes increasingly difficult for many, pressure is growing on the major political parties to revisit tax reform.

China's regional push sparks policy 'autopilot' warning

Defence and diplomatic experts want the Australian government to adopt the same approach to global affairs that it applied in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Bartlett stocks sky-rocket after ripping apart Windies

Australia might have found their next pace bowling weapon after Xavier Bartlett tore apart the West Indies in the just completed ODI series.

Injured Morris sent for scans after ODI series sweep

Australia have torn apart an abysmal West Indies batting line-up to wrap up a 3-0 ODI series sweep, but lost second-gamer Lance Morris to injury in the process.

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Fogarty lays down marker to young Raiders

Jamal Fogarty says he's ready to play a more dominant role in Canberra's youthful spine after being promoted to vice-captain for the upcoming NRLseason.

Wallabies to build from World Cup low in Super trials

Australia's five rugby franchises return to action this weekend with Wallabies stars slated for an earlier start to their campaigns than expected.

Warning amid falling student visa approval numbers

Australia is seeking to restore the standing of its higher education sector and has reduced the number of student visa approvals.

South Africa stun Australia for maiden women's win

South Africa have beaten Australia in women's cricket for the first time, comfortably winning their T20 clash at Manuka Oval by six wickets.

Sprinter Torrie Lewis breaks Australian 100m record

Torrie Lewis has supplanted Melissa Breen as Australia's fastest woman, the teenager clocking 11.10 seconds over 100m in Canberra.

Australia ease to first-up T20 win against South Africa

Australia have won the opening game of their multi-format series against South Africa in Canberra by eight wickets, with skipper Alyssa Healy in red-hot form.

Skipper Healy may miss T20 clash with South Africa

Australia's women's T20 series against South Africa kicks off on Saturday morning when the two sides do battle at Canberra's Manuka Oval.

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