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Miserly Australia tumbles down global generosity table

Miserly Australia tumbles down global generosity table

Australia's peak group for foreign aid has attacked the coalition for planned cuts to development assistance while calling on Labor to lift its spend.

US wants to start tariff talks with China: state media

US wants to start tariff talks with China: state media

US wants to start tariff talks with China: state media

US wants to start tariff talks with China: state media

A Chinese state media report says the "US has proactively reached out to China" to hold discussions on tariffs.

Economists slam major parties over timing of costings

Economists slam major parties over timing of costings

Economists slam major parties over timing of costings

Economists slam major parties over timing of costings

The coalition has been criticised for releasing its costings just two days out from polling but Labor did the same during the 2022 election when in opposition.

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Public service child abuse reports spike after inquiry

Public service child abuse reports spike after inquiry

An inquiry into child sexual abuse in institutions has resulted in a substantial rise in misconduct allegations against public servants.

Dutton digs in for election win as polls bury chances

Dutton digs in for election win as polls bury chances

The election is a referendum on the past three years, not the last five weeks, the opposition leader says, as polls suggest a crushing defeat for the coalition.

Last-minute election arts boost with gallery pledge

Last-minute election arts boost with gallery pledge

There has been little talk of the arts on the federal election trail, but Labor has produced a multimillion-dollar commitment for a major new gallery.

'Clock is ticking': Olympic venues to skirt state laws

'Clock is ticking': Olympic venues to skirt state laws

A move to ensure new 2032 Olympic Games venues are exempt from planning laws to fast-track construction has been described as a "slap in the face to democracy".

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Shock poll predicts historic coalition election wipeout

Shock poll predicts historic coalition election wipeout

Shock poll predicts historic coalition election wipeout

Shock poll predicts historic coalition election wipeout

The coalition's seat count will hit a near-80-year low, one analysis shows, as the opposition backtracks on mooted changes to school lessons.

A for Albanese during uproarious school visit

A for Albanese during uproarious school visit

A for Albanese during uproarious school visit

A for Albanese during uproarious school visit

The prime minister has delighted well-rehearsed school kids, who gave him a rockstar welcome.

Democracy sausage taken to a new frontier

Democracy sausage taken to a new frontier

Democracy sausage taken to a new frontier

Democracy sausage taken to a new frontier

Australian voters around the world are preparing to feast on the traditional election day "democracy sausage" - but beware of eating it Bill Shorten-style.

Trump urges patience on tariffs as US economy shrinks

Trump urges patience on tariffs as US economy shrinks

Trump urges patience on tariffs as US economy shrinks

Trump urges patience on tariffs as US economy shrinks

President Donald Trump has marked 100 days in office facing falling polls and struggling to explain data showing the US economy contracted over his trade war.

Kooyong 'antics' turn heads but might not change minds

Kooyong 'antics' turn heads but might not change minds

Kooyong 'antics' turn heads but might not change minds

Kooyong 'antics' turn heads but might not change minds

Monique Ryan and Amelia Hamer have waged a bitter head-to-head war in the campaign for Kooyong but has any of it influenced voters?

Head of Pakistani Kashmir urges international mediation

Head of Pakistani Kashmir urges international mediation

Head of Pakistani Kashmir urges international mediation

Head of Pakistani Kashmir urges international mediation

The head of Pakistan-administered Kashmir is calling for rapid international diplomacy to de-escalate tensions with India after an attack that killed 26 people.

Fears new domestic violence police powers may backfire

Fears new domestic violence police powers may backfire

Fears new domestic violence police powers may backfire

Fears new domestic violence police powers may backfire

Victims of domestic violence could be at greater risk of criminalisation under a plan to give police rapid protection powers, advocates warn.

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'Needs to stop': fatal stabbing triggers hard bail laws

Another bail crackdown has been triggered by a store owner's fatal stabbing in a crime-hit territory, but critics are calling for more to be done.

Coalition makes infrastructure its top Pacific priority

Peter Dutton says a $2 billion pledge towards Pacific infrastructure is not an attempt to put distance between his party and Donald Trump, who has cut US aid.

Prices coming down as Coles keeps tabs on Trump tariffs

Coles has recorded a 3.7 per cent sales boost over the most recent quarter, revealing prices have started to drop but US tariffs remain front of mind.

'Good to see': Albo laughs off Tiger King's endorsement

Colourful and controversial Netflix star Joe Exotic has weighed in on the federal election, producing a surprise endorsement of Anthony Albanese.

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Murky waters surround federal salmon farm review

A federal assessment of salmon farming in a marginal federal seat continues despite law changes designed to ensure the future of the industry.

Aussies prompt politicians for real action on AI rules

More than two-in-three Australians want restrictions on artificial intelligence technology, but the issue has not been raised in election campaigning.

Dutton dines out on voters' mortgage belt malcontent

Peter Dutton has visited a crisis support charity and a yum-cha restaurant in a push to drum up election support for the coalition in the outer suburbs.

Albanese pitches certainty in bid for second term as PM

In a major speech days out from election day, Anthony Albanese has made the case that he is a safe pair of hands during a time of global upheaval.

'Obsolete' childcare activity test in election focus

While high-quality, universal and affordable healthcare is the goal, federal politicians are grappling with the multiple steps needed to get there.

Trump touts economy at rally to mark 100 days in office

Donald Trump was in campaign mode at a rally celebrating the 100th day of his second term as president, hailing wins and airing familiar grudges and grievances.

PM backs call to ban Trumpet of Patriots spam texts

The prime minister has signalled support for calls to ban unsolicited campaign text messages such as those from Clive Palmer's Trumpet of Patriots party.

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