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Aussie aid workers recall 'miracle' escape from Taliban

Aussie aid workers recall 'miracle' escape from Taliban

Two Australian aid workers, who were locked in an Afghan prison as bombs rained down after the deadly 9/11 attacks, recall their lucky escape 25 years on.

'Tough day': tributes for Beaconsfield mine survivor

'Tough day': tributes for Beaconsfield mine survivor

'Tough day': tributes for Beaconsfield mine survivor

'Tough day': tributes for Beaconsfield mine survivor

Todd Russell, one of two miners who survived an underground collapse in 2006, is being remembered for his strength and determination after his death at age 54.

She's met royalty but ordinary Aussies inspire nurse

She's met royalty but ordinary Aussies inspire nurse

She's met royalty but ordinary Aussies inspire nurse

She's met royalty but ordinary Aussies inspire nurse

A flight nurse retiring after more than 27 years of helping rural families will always remember quietly moving moments between parents and their sick children.

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Region's $1b 'cultural backbone' set to finally open

Region's $1b 'cultural backbone' set to finally open

Ahead of its official opening, those behind Sydney's biggest cultural project since the Opera House hope it will bring another part of the city to new life.

Meth trafficking stokes Pacific health crisis

Meth trafficking stokes Pacific health crisis

A trafficking-fuelled health crisis in the Pacific should force leaders to chase stronger, people-first regional agreements between partners.

Rural medical students are just what the doctor ordered

Rural medical students are just what the doctor ordered

Two young medical students are helping rural teenagers get into university as country high schools face science teacher shortages and bush hospitals shrink.

'Nothing left': Beaconsfield miner's sad health update

'Nothing left': Beaconsfield miner's sad health update

Todd Russell, one of two miners who were miraculously rescued from an underground collapse in 2006, has declared he will see out his final days at home.

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Dogs on deck, drinks and cheers for maiden Spirit trip

Dogs on deck, drinks and cheers for maiden Spirit trip

Dogs on deck, drinks and cheers for maiden Spirit trip

Dogs on deck, drinks and cheers for maiden Spirit trip

Passengers on the inaugural Spirit of Tasmania V sailing have celebrated the new vessel's first Bass Strait crossing.

New Spirit of Tasmania ferries embark on historic trip

New Spirit of Tasmania ferries embark on historic trip

New Spirit of Tasmania ferries embark on historic trip

New Spirit of Tasmania ferries embark on historic trip

Keen travellers have lined up for hours to board the first sailing of new Bass Strait vessels, which are in operation after delays and cost overruns.

'Underwater blizzard': coral spawning season kicks off

'Underwater blizzard': coral spawning season kicks off

'Underwater blizzard': coral spawning season kicks off

'Underwater blizzard': coral spawning season kicks off

This year's coral spawning season on the Great Barrier Reef marks 45 years since the phenomenon was first recorded by scientists.

Little Cleo's recovery so fortunate, say crime experts

Little Cleo's recovery so fortunate, say crime experts

Little Cleo's recovery so fortunate, say crime experts

Little Cleo's recovery so fortunate, say crime experts

Little Cleo Smith's dramatic rescue by police 18 days after being abducted by a stranger in remote WA defied the odds, experts agree.

'Our Opera House': spirits high for arrival of ferries

'Our Opera House': spirits high for arrival of ferries

'Our Opera House': spirits high for arrival of ferries

'Our Opera House': spirits high for arrival of ferries

After years of delays, a $717 million cost blowout and political fallout, two new Bass Strait ferries are about to set off on their first sailing.

Meghan’s father may be ‘sex offender of grossest kind’

Meghan’s father may be ‘sex offender of grossest kind’

Meghan’s father may be ‘sex offender of grossest kind’

Meghan’s father may be ‘sex offender of grossest kind’

A Philippine minister says signs indicate Meghan Markle's father is "a possible sex offender of the grossest kind" and an investigation will be completed soon.

Meghan Markle ‘told father I know you’re an abuser'

Meghan Markle ‘told father I know you’re an abuser'

Meghan Markle ‘told father I know you’re an abuser'

Meghan Markle ‘told father I know you’re an abuser'

Meghan Markle's father Thomas Markle Sr admits he had sex with prostitutes in the Philippines but denies he had a stash of child sex abuse images.

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Flower farmers' daughter takes on blooming rubbish

A young woman who grew up watching tulips grow in her parents' hot houses has her own blossoming business diverting tonnes of floristry plastic from landfill.

'Incredible human' goes from critical to comic relief

After 427 hospital visits, a leg amputation and three turns on the "wheel of death", a man is giving back to the hospital he credits with his unlikely recovery.

King praises William at banquet for Sultan of Oman

The King has hosted the Sultan of Oman at a glittering banquet but the diplomatic triumph could be overshadowed by another bombshell interview given by Harry.

Aussies to donate record volume of unused clothes

Australians are sitting on $15 billion worth of unworn clothing with nine in 10 holding onto clothes they never wear.

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Ancient sites and artefacts uncovered by laser drones

Drones and lasers have revealed Aboriginal rock shelters in dense bushland, research that combines science and cultural knowledge to improve conservation.

'Loyal to a fault': Frydenberg on working with Morrison

Former Treasurer Josh Frydenberg says he was "loyal to a fault" during his time in Scott Morrison's government, as he launches his new memoir.

Kids, longtime fans inspired Powderfinger reunion tour

Powderfinger have unveiled the dates for an 18-concert reunion tour, and revealed that band members wanted their kids to see them play live onstage.

'A calling': women's work strengthens rural Australia

A farmer finding the sector's next generation and an academic training rural first responders have been honoured for work to make country communities stronger.

Thousands rally nationwide for global Gaza protests

People took to the streets in 27 cities and towns across Australia as part of a "global day for Gaza", marking three years since Israel's offensive began.

Scones and sympathy: country ways connecting the city

Pickles, baking and knitting are attracting a new generation of Country Women's Association members and bringing the spirit of the bush to the city.

Best wishes from Brazil: oldest Aussie's birthday note

Ken Weeks, the oldest man in Australia, has received a special birthday message from the oldest man in the world as he turns 113.

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