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Echoes of pandemic as freight woes lift consumer prices

Echoes of pandemic as freight woes lift consumer prices

Australians could be forced to spend more on items ranging from confectionery to luxury items and medical goods as a result of global shipping issues.

Premier not shying away from youth crime 'problem'

Premier not shying away from youth crime 'problem'

Premier not shying away from youth crime 'problem'

Premier not shying away from youth crime 'problem'

Premier Jacinta Allan has vowed to go further with measures to address Victorian youth crime in a bid to reflect growing community concerns.

ALP condemns Gaza school bombing amid community outrage

ALP condemns Gaza school bombing amid community outrage

ALP condemns Gaza school bombing amid community outrage

ALP condemns Gaza school bombing amid community outrage

Federal cabinet minister Jason Clare has condemned the bombing of schools in Gaza, as Australian Muslims continue to warn they feel disenfranchised by Labor.

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Labor announces new candidates to take on Qld seats

Labor announces new candidates to take on Qld seats

A candidate defeated in the last federal election returns for Labor in the same Queensland seat, with the backing of his "very good friend" the prime minister.

Victorians bear more cost blowouts to public projects

Victorians bear more cost blowouts to public projects

More than 100 Victorian building projects faced cost blowouts after the state government updated its guide to address the risk of price increases.

'Shocking' report: half of sexual offenders target kids

'Shocking' report: half of sexual offenders target kids

Sobering statistics have painted a bleak picture of sexual offences across Australia, with men making up the overwhelming majority of perpetrators.

Land council boss referred to corruption watchdog

Land council boss referred to corruption watchdog

The chief executive of a Northern Territory land council has been referred to an anti-corruption watchdog for allegedly misusing mining royalties.

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Indigenous voice advocates 'not giving up' after defeat

Indigenous voice advocates 'not giving up' after defeat

Indigenous voice advocates 'not giving up' after defeat

Indigenous voice advocates 'not giving up' after defeat

Heartened by the millions of Australians who voted 'yes', advocates of an Indigenous voice to parliament will not give up despite the referendum result.

Biden, NATO members poised to unveil new Ukraine aid

Biden, NATO members poised to unveil new Ukraine aid

Biden, NATO members poised to unveil new Ukraine aid

Biden, NATO members poised to unveil new Ukraine aid

Helping Ukraine in its war against Russia remains top of the agenda for NATO as President Joe Biden hosts the alliance's summit in Washington.

Greyhound welfare claims dog embattled racing industry

Greyhound welfare claims dog embattled racing industry

Greyhound welfare claims dog embattled racing industry

Greyhound welfare claims dog embattled racing industry

The greyhound industry is in fresh turmoil with an investigation looming into claims deaths were hidden and dogs pushed to race at levels causing injuries.

Intervention flagged in 'over the top' city speed drop

Intervention flagged in 'over the top' city speed drop

Intervention flagged in 'over the top' city speed drop

Intervention flagged in 'over the top' city speed drop

A plan to lower speed limits in central Sydney has prompted calls for the NSW government to intervene as the premier warns it's not a country town.

Warnings against 'knee-jerk' response to youth crime

Warnings against 'knee-jerk' response to youth crime

Warnings against 'knee-jerk' response to youth crime

Warnings against 'knee-jerk' response to youth crime

The Victorian government must not let community fears of a crime crisis trigger backward steps on justice reforms, youth groups say.

Boat-loving admiral becomes new defence chief

Boat-loving admiral becomes new defence chief

Boat-loving admiral becomes new defence chief

Boat-loving admiral becomes new defence chief

Vice Admiral David Johnston has become the new chief of the Australian Defence Force as the nation works to boost its naval and firepower.

Social media age limits 'likely to make things worse'

Social media age limits 'likely to make things worse'

Social media age limits 'likely to make things worse'

Social media age limits 'likely to make things worse'

Bringing in age restrictions for social media could make safety issues worse for young users, child protection organisations have told a parliamentary hearing.

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Greens' essential goods cap 'may lead to shortages'

A Queensland Greens plan to cap prices for essential groceries is set to save households cash at the checkout but an expert has warned it may lead to shortages.

Truckie shortage 'crisis' to hurt strained supply chain

There aren't enough truckies to keep up with Australian demand and a leading transport group is warning that could put the nation's entire supply chain at risk.

Watchdog warns on budget after cop's serial child abuse

A police officer's child sex abuse crimes will lead to tougher investigation powers but a corruption watchdog has warned it needs more funding to enact them.

'Not good enough': governments failing to act on racism

As world affairs fuel discrimination within Australia, a report has found all governments are failing to stop racism and are even reluctant to name the issue.

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Australia to announce Ukraine aid as NATO looks east

Ukraine will receive further military support from Australia, the government has hinted as the defence minister shores up NATO support for the Indo-Pacific.

Anzac Day trade ban to end 'creeping commercialisation'

NSW is extending its Anzac Day trading bans to cover the full day, but retailers say the move is out of step with what staff and shoppers want.

Smart meters to keep the lights on, one home at a time

Some $50 million for the latest home energy tech aims to help consumers save money by controlling car charging, solar panels, batteries, hot water and aircon.

Ukraine will stop Putin, forceful Biden tells NATO

The leaders of members of NATO are visiting the United States as President Joe Biden hosts a summit of the military alliance.

Australia pledges $40m for Tuvalu during PM Teo's visit

Australia has announced extra aid for Tuvalu's aviation and telecommunications sectors as the Pacific nation's prime minister arrives for a series of meetings.

Disability groups decry exclusion of sex work from NDIS

Sexual services can bolster the wellbeing of those with disability and organisations have condemned attempts to scrap them from the government support scheme.

Australia urged to use frozen Russian funds on hospital

Australia's Ukrainian diaspora has condemned a deadly attack on a children's hospital as the nation's ambassador calls for aid and action against Russia.

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