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'Definite urgency' for action on child safety checks

'Definite urgency' for action on child safety checks

A national working-with-children scheme to improve safety is being fast-tracked but the government admits it won't fix all problems in the troubled sector.

Peek into surprise RBA decision as rate cut on cards

Peek into surprise RBA decision as rate cut on cards

Peek into surprise RBA decision as rate cut on cards

Peek into surprise RBA decision as rate cut on cards

Borrowers are hoping for clarity on the Reserve Bank's next moves as an unexpected jump in unemployment firms the case for an interest rate cut.

Contact tracing ongoing after rare mpox strain detected

Contact tracing ongoing after rare mpox strain detected

Contact tracing ongoing after rare mpox strain detected

Contact tracing ongoing after rare mpox strain detected

Authorities say contact tracing is continuing for hospital staff who may have been exposed to a man admitted with a rare strain of mpox.

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'Message of inspiration': state election buoys Liberals

'Message of inspiration': state election buoys Liberals

Tasmania's election result shows hope for the Liberals after the party lost all lower house seats in the state at the federal poll, its deputy leader says.

More results needed from PM's China trip: Liberals

More results needed from PM's China trip: Liberals

The opposition has criticised Anthony Albanese's recent visit to China, saying more concrete results were needed from the trip.

Federal parliament's newbies are steppin' out

Federal parliament's newbies are steppin' out

A basketball player, a kidnapping consultant and a foster carer are just a few of the new faces set to fill the hallowed halls of parliament.

'No confidence in Labor': Libs seek to form government

'No confidence in Labor': Libs seek to form government

Tasmania's Liberal leader has claimed an election victory with his party securing more seats than Labor but he will have to woo independents to govern.

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Latham denies breaking law, rules over ex's allegations

Latham denies breaking law, rules over ex's allegations

Latham denies breaking law, rules over ex's allegations

Latham denies breaking law, rules over ex's allegations

Independent NSW MP Mark Latham has again rejected his ex-partner's claims of emotional and physical abuse as false.

'Toxic': activists vandalise Aust-US memorial symbol

'Toxic': activists vandalise Aust-US memorial symbol

'Toxic': activists vandalise Aust-US memorial symbol

'Toxic': activists vandalise Aust-US memorial symbol

Pro-Palestine protesters have doused a memorial dedicated to US and Australian troops in red paint, saying it symbolises an alliance perpetuating "genocide".

Powerbrokers cut as 2032 Olympics committee streamlined

Powerbrokers cut as 2032 Olympics committee streamlined

Powerbrokers cut as 2032 Olympics committee streamlined

Powerbrokers cut as 2032 Olympics committee streamlined

Brisbane's Olympic Games organising committee has cut 10 members, including powerbrokers and Olympians, after a 100-day review said it should be streamlined.

'Golden ticket' visa for the rich fails to pay its way

'Golden ticket' visa for the rich fails to pay its way

'Golden ticket' visa for the rich fails to pay its way

'Golden ticket' visa for the rich fails to pay its way

Previously classified documents reveal the reasons why an investor visa, dubbed a "golden ticket" for the rich to immigrate to Australia, was scrapped.

Trump sues Murdoch, News Corp over Epstein report

Trump sues Murdoch, News Corp over Epstein report

Trump sues Murdoch, News Corp over Epstein report

Trump sues Murdoch, News Corp over Epstein report

Donald Trump has filed a lawsuit against News Corp, Rupert Murdoch, Dow Jones and two Wall Street Journal reporters over their reporting of the Epstein scandal.

Rudd sure US issues with sub contract will be resolved

Rudd sure US issues with sub contract will be resolved

Rudd sure US issues with sub contract will be resolved

Rudd sure US issues with sub contract will be resolved

Former Australian prime minister-turned-ambassador to the US Kevin Rudd says he's confident issues with the AUKUS submarine contract will be resolved.

Detained Venezuelans to be swapped for Americans

Detained Venezuelans to be swapped for Americans

Detained Venezuelans to be swapped for Americans

Detained Venezuelans to be swapped for Americans

A prisoner swap will take place between more than 200 alleged Venezuelan gang members and 10 US citizens and residents, officials say.

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Worker penalty rates to get greater legal protection

Laws enshrining penalty rates for workers who rely on award wages will be among the first pieces of legislation introduced to the new federal parliament.

PM's China stance hailed by Taiwan despite criticisms

The prime minister used a six-day trip to China to signal a willingness to boost Australia's trading ties while balancing concerns over Beijing's aggression.

Australia hands over first tranche of tanks to Ukraine

The majority of 49 Abrams tanks committed by Australia have joined Ukraine's defence against Russia's invasion as Moscow continues its deadly attacks.

'We failed': families seek options after abuse charges

Concerned parents are investigating all options to ensure the safety of their children after a childcare educator was charged with abuse.

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Protest crackdown creates 'culture of fear' on campuses

Academics, staff and students have detailed free speech concerns at Australia's top universities after a crackdown on pro-Palestine encampments.

PNG NRL director stands down over corruption claims

Corruption allegations have been levelled against a businessman who helped secure $600 million in backing from the Australian government for PNG's new NRL team.

Nation on notice as signs point to growing jobless rate

Australians are being warned about possible further rises in unemployment after a shock jobless rate jump that has strengthened the case to cut interest rates.

MP's one-on-one dance used to attack sex abuse claims

A man's decision to dance alone with a state MP at a party raised doubts whether claimed sexual abuse by the politician ever took place, a jury has heard.

Final pitches for snap state election 'nobody wanted'

Tasmanians are voting for the fourth time in seven years but the state's political turmoil is set to remain with all signs pointing to another hung parliament.

The Late Show axed after more than three decades

CBS is ending The Late Show With Stephen Colbert due to a changing media landscape, removing from air one of Donald Trump’s most prominent late-night critics.

Pulse check on public health exposes widespread woes

A first-of-its-kind check-up on a state's healthcare sector does not make for pretty reading, with publicly funded services facing stiff headwinds.

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