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US Army to buy one million drones, in major acquisition

US Army to buy one million drones, in major acquisition

The US Army is about to significantly ramp up its acquisition of drones with plans to buy at least a million.

Epstein scandal lingers as princess visits Australia

Epstein scandal lingers as princess visits Australia

Epstein scandal lingers as princess visits Australia

Epstein scandal lingers as princess visits Australia

One of the royal family's hardest-working members will arrive in Australia less than a fortnight after the King stripped a prince of his title.

Howard blasts 'foolish' comments, backs in Sussan Ley

Howard blasts 'foolish' comments, backs in Sussan Ley

Howard blasts 'foolish' comments, backs in Sussan Ley

Howard blasts 'foolish' comments, backs in Sussan Ley

John Howard warns the Liberals' constant "internal bickering" will stunt their ability to win back the public as he backs in Sussan Ley's leadership.

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Tas treasurer defends 'right-sizing' public sector cuts

Tas treasurer defends 'right-sizing' public sector cuts

Tasmania's public service must be cut back to pre-COVID-19 pandemic levels to help curb ballooning debt, the state's treasurer says.

Former Neighbours star found guilty over Nazi gesture

Former Neighbours star found guilty over Nazi gesture

A former television soap star has been found guilty of making a gesture that resembles a Nazi salute, but showed "no loyalty or obedience" to Hitler.

'Unfair': $50k arts degrees lumping students with debt

'Unfair': $50k arts degrees lumping students with debt

Australian students being forced to pay $50,000 for arts degrees are being left in a financial hole after they graduate, a vice-chancellor warns

Brazen lies, ballot box bullies among election antics

Brazen lies, ballot box bullies among election antics

From intimidation at polling booths to constant social media nonsense on voting, an inquiry has has been told all about new dark sides of election politics.

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Ley downplays leadership talk, insists party 'united'

Ley downplays leadership talk, insists party 'united'

Ley downplays leadership talk, insists party 'united'

Ley downplays leadership talk, insists party 'united'

Sussan Ley has sought to brush aside commentary from Liberal colleagues suggesting her days as opposition leader are numbered ahead of crucial partyroom talks.

Hydrogen or bust: green iron projects struggle with gas

Hydrogen or bust: green iron projects struggle with gas

Hydrogen or bust: green iron projects struggle with gas

Hydrogen or bust: green iron projects struggle with gas

A study called 'How To Spend a Billion Dollars' says a guaranteed supply of renewable energy will be vital for the success of green iron and steel projects.

Anti-corruption boss scrutinised for potential conflict

Anti-corruption boss scrutinised for potential conflict

Anti-corruption boss scrutinised for potential conflict

Anti-corruption boss scrutinised for potential conflict

National anti-corruption commissioner Paul Brereton continues to face accusations of potential conflicts of interest over his involvement with Defence.

Andrew's prince title formally removed by King

Andrew's prince title formally removed by King

Andrew's prince title formally removed by King

Andrew's prince title formally removed by King

King Charles III has officially stripped his brother Andrew Mountbatten Windsor of his title as prince.

Concern as state trims budget with more doing it tough

Concern as state trims budget with more doing it tough

Concern as state trims budget with more doing it tough

Concern as state trims budget with more doing it tough

Greater budget savings measures have been flagged by a Liberal government that's taking on debt to build a football stadium as more people face poverty.

Coal mine expansions 'real concern' under proposed laws

Coal mine expansions 'real concern' under proposed laws

Coal mine expansions 'real concern' under proposed laws

Coal mine expansions 'real concern' under proposed laws

Local communities will bear the brunt of climate harms caused by new coal mine expansions if tougher approvals are not introduced, a legal expert says.

High-stakes meetings to thrash out Liberal energy plan

High-stakes meetings to thrash out Liberal energy plan

High-stakes meetings to thrash out Liberal energy plan

High-stakes meetings to thrash out Liberal energy plan

The Liberals and Nationals are a step closer to formalising their approach to energy and climate policy, with a series of crucial meetings scheduled.

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Relief as victims of anti-gay laws are compensated

Equality advocates are rejoicing after nation-leading laws allowing men convicted of homosexuality under former laws passed a state parliament.

Greens prepare to tear environment reforms 'to shreds'

Hopes for quick Senate passage of sweeping environment reforms appear set to be dashed with the Greens claiming they have been written for "big business".

Liberal MP tipped off editor with Groth couple 'gossip'

Lawyers have traded arguments over whether a series of stories by a major tabloid newspaper about a political power couple fell foul of privacy laws.

Ex-senator takes scalpel to spending in debut budget

The public service will be "right-sized" and discretionary government spending tightened in a state budget weighed down by growing debt.

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Police to be grilled at childcare pedophile inquiry

Top law enforcement officials and child protection experts will explain how they are protecting children from abuse in early childhood education and care.

William honours young environmentalists at Earthshot

Prince William has expressed optimism about young people tackling global environmental challenges during a star-studded event in Brazil for his EarthShot Prize.

'Substantial risk' gas could delay clean energy shift

Australia has been warned its gas exports risk slowing the global energy transition, just weeks after the government approved the country's biggest gas project.

Tough-guy persona linked to teenage downward spiral

Links have been found between tough-guy masculine tropes adhered to by teenage boys and fighting, sexual harassment and using drugs and alcohol.

Plenty of punch persists in parliament's patriarch

After 50 years of political service, colourful MP Bob Katter has left the option of contesting another election wide open as his official portrait is unveiled.

Push for standard zoning as housing crisis stacks high

More people might be buying their first home, but a report into the country's housing crisis says without radical planning reform the stock will dry up fast.

Mamdani tells Trump New York is ready to fight

Zohran Mamdani has wasted no time throwing down the gauntlet to US President Donald Trump after being elected mayor of New York.

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