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'Miracle' PM gets top gong in the name of the King

'Miracle' PM gets top gong in the name of the King

A controversial ex-prime minister, an Oscar winner and several academics are receiving one of Australia's top merits on the King's Birthday Honours List.

Leo, the first US Pope, criticises nationalist politics

Leo, the first US Pope, criticises nationalist politics

Leo, the first US Pope, criticises nationalist politics

Leo, the first US Pope, criticises nationalist politics

God would "open borders, break down walls (and) dispel hatred", Leo, the first Pope from the US, has told mass in St Peter's Square.

Trump deploys National Guard to quell LA protests

Trump deploys National Guard to quell LA protests

Trump deploys National Guard to quell LA protests

Trump deploys National Guard to quell LA protests

US National Guard troops have been summoned to quell demonstrations as protesters clashed with riot police after sweeping federal immigration raids in LA.

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Archer fires an early shot amid state political turmoil

Archer fires an early shot amid state political turmoil

Ousted federal Liberal MP Bridget Archer will attempt a return to politics as embattled state premier Jeremy Rockliff prepares to call an early election.

Liberals concede tax cut stance a 'strategic mistake'

Liberals concede tax cut stance a 'strategic mistake'

A coalition frontbencher says the opposition will push for lower taxes in the next parliament after the party's bruising election loss.

'No justification': minister seeks tariff breakthrough

'No justification': minister seeks tariff breakthrough

Ahead of a possible meeting between Anthony Albanese and Donald Trump at the G7, the trade minister says he's still optimistic of tariffs being removed.

Vance downplays row between Trump, 'emotional guy' Musk

Vance downplays row between Trump, 'emotional guy' Musk

US Vice President JD Vance has sought to downplay Elon Musk's criticism of the president as an "emotional guy" who became frustrated.

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Labor vows to slash red tape to turbocharge housing

Labor vows to slash red tape to turbocharge housing

Labor vows to slash red tape to turbocharge housing

Labor vows to slash red tape to turbocharge housing

Building more than a million homes is a high bar to clear in a stagnant housing market, but the government says it is committed to railing on red-tape.

Premier ditches privatisations amid political chaos

Premier ditches privatisations amid political chaos

Premier ditches privatisations amid political chaos

Premier ditches privatisations amid political chaos

Embattled Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff has ruled out selling government businesses and accused the opposition of running a scare campaign.

Trump has 'no plans' to speak to Musk as feud persists

Trump has 'no plans' to speak to Musk as feud persists

Trump has 'no plans' to speak to Musk as feud persists

Trump has 'no plans' to speak to Musk as feud persists

A day after Donald Trump and Elon Musk battled in an extraordinary display of hostilities, the US president says he isn't thinking about the Tesla billionaire.

Biosecurity not competition a meaty issue in beef talks

Biosecurity not competition a meaty issue in beef talks

Biosecurity not competition a meaty issue in beef talks

Biosecurity not competition a meaty issue in beef talks

Australian farmers warn against dropping biosecurity barriers on US beef, but say the product is inferior and would struggle to compete with local meat.

Calls for justice and action on deaths in custody

Calls for justice and action on deaths in custody

Calls for justice and action on deaths in custody

Calls for justice and action on deaths in custody

Calls for justice and reform continue as regional towns and major cities hold vigils marking a national week of action to end Indigenous deaths in custody.

Trump not interested in Musk talks after bill feud

Trump not interested in Musk talks after bill feud

Trump not interested in Musk talks after bill feud

Trump not interested in Musk talks after bill feud

A rumoured call between US President Donald Trump and Elon Musk hasn't happened, with Trump saying he's "not even thinking about" the billionaire.

Indigenous, climate advocates put heat on Woodside

Indigenous, climate advocates put heat on Woodside

Indigenous, climate advocates put heat on Woodside

Indigenous, climate advocates put heat on Woodside

A traditional custodian's bid to protect Indigenous rock art will soon head to court as activists cop fines for protesting against energy giant Woodside.

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Nats leader fears US beef deal will butcher biosecurity

Biosecurity will be threatened if the federal government expands Australian access to US beef to escape trade tariffs, political rivals say.

Dodgy backup generator silence before major blackout

A report has detailed failures after a crippling power outage left 20,000 locals with 'no phones, no internet, no fuel' and no idea backup generators were down.

Ex-premier tips Liberal leadership change to avoid poll

Rather than face a fourth election in seven years, a former premier believes a state Liberal party will change leaders in a bid to retain power.

Australian detained in Iraq released after four years

An Australian engineer has been released on bail after being imprisoned in an Iraqi jail on fraud and misrepresentation charges.

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Steelworks sale on track despite hit on state budget

The sale of a steelworks is tracking better than expected after a state government handed down its no frills budget.

Trump, Xi agree to more talks to settle trade disputes

US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping have spoken at a time when stalled tariff negotiations have roiled global trade.

France honours Bondi mall stabbing 'bollard' heroes

French nationals Damien Guerot and Silas Despreaux have been recognised by the Macron government for their courage trying to stop a knife-wielding attacker.

Knockout blow for contentious bare-knuckle boxing event

A controversial bare-knuckle boxing championship has been blocked from hosting its first Australian event, despite tickets already being on sale.

'Sad day' as state faces fourth election in seven years

Ousted in a no-confidence vote, Tasmania's premier will seek re-election amid a backlash over budget debt, bungled new ferries and a contentious stadium plan.

Australia, Indonesia agree to joint military exercises

Australia and Indonesia have agreed to conduct joint air force and naval drills following talks in Jakarta.

NRL goes for gold, kicks off 2032 Games inclusion bid

The NRL is punting on talks with Brisbane Olympic organisers to include a rugby league format in the 2032 Games sport program.

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