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Coalition unpacks tax hike plan to fund defence splurge

Coalition unpacks tax hike plan to fund defence splurge

Peter Dutton has promised a coalition government would raise defence spending and rely on higher income taxes to partially fund the pledge.

Bessent expects US-China trade tensions de-escalation

Bessent expects US-China trade tensions de-escalation

Bessent expects US-China trade tensions de-escalation

Bessent expects US-China trade tensions de-escalation

A de-escalation in China-US trade tensions will happen in the "very near future," US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has reportedly told investors.

Gloves off for leaders in combative third debate

Gloves off for leaders in combative third debate

Gloves off for leaders in combative third debate

Gloves off for leaders in combative third debate

The prime minister and opposition leader have not held back, trading barbs and personal digs after a subdued day on the campaign trail.

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Church leaders speak glowingly of 'Aussie-like' Pope

Church leaders speak glowingly of 'Aussie-like' Pope

Australian Catholics are mourning and remembering Pope Francis as a man of simple piety who gave them hope for the church's future, after his death aged 88.

Democracy has no bounds: remote voters have their say

Democracy has no bounds: remote voters have their say

Voters in a tiny island community in Australia's north have begun to cast their election ballots as remote voting teams travel to the far reaches of the nation.

Eager voters ditch tradition, hit the ballot box early

Eager voters ditch tradition, hit the ballot box early

Energy prices, housing supply and how leaders handle Donald Trump are among the issues on the minds of early voters as the first election ballots are cast.

'You can't park there': independents take on the bush

'You can't park there': independents take on the bush

The election contest is heating up in the bush, with Nationals leader David Littleproud making a return trip to a regional seat the party can't afford to lose.

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Nuclear power could take the shine off Aussie aluminium

Nuclear power could take the shine off Aussie aluminium

Nuclear power could take the shine off Aussie aluminium

Nuclear power could take the shine off Aussie aluminium

Three out of Australia's four aluminium smelters could risk closure if Australia adopts nuclear power, reducing energy supplied to industry.

Neighbours 'shame' TV star after Nazi salute charge

Neighbours 'shame' TV star after Nazi salute charge

Neighbours 'shame' TV star after Nazi salute charge

Neighbours 'shame' TV star after Nazi salute charge

A former actor and political candidate, who starred in Neighbours and McLeod's Daughters, has faced court charged with performing a Nazi salute.

Trump approval rating tanks as policies prove unpopular

Trump approval rating tanks as policies prove unpopular

Trump approval rating tanks as policies prove unpopular

Trump approval rating tanks as policies prove unpopular

A new poll shows poll that Americans who disapprove of US President Donald Trump's performance outnumber those who approve, on every issue in the poll.

'Part of me': PM reflects on faith after Pope's death

'Part of me': PM reflects on faith after Pope's death

'Part of me': PM reflects on faith after Pope's death

'Part of me': PM reflects on faith after Pope's death

Anthony Albanese has paid tribute to Pope Francis for his humility and embrace of social justice following the pontiff's death.

Uni degree review for genocide-accused ex-foreign PM

Uni degree review for genocide-accused ex-foreign PM

Uni degree review for genocide-accused ex-foreign PM

Uni degree review for genocide-accused ex-foreign PM

An Australian university's honorary law degree for an ex-Bangladeshi leader is under review after they were accused of crimes against humanity.

Smear campaign: illegal pamphlets target independent MP

Smear campaign: illegal pamphlets target independent MP

Smear campaign: illegal pamphlets target independent MP

Smear campaign: illegal pamphlets target independent MP

The election watchdog has launched a probe into unauthorised pamphlets which an independent MP has decried as 'negative' and 'unlawful'.

'A lot of anger': crime a focus for Dutton in key state

'A lot of anger': crime a focus for Dutton in key state

'A lot of anger': crime a focus for Dutton in key state

'A lot of anger': crime a focus for Dutton in key state

Peter Dutton has jumped on community concerns about crime, unveiling a $750 million package to tackle the problem.

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'Propaganda': PM lashes Russia over regional meddling

Russia has warned Australia to stay in its lane over concerns in Canberra about the prospect of the authoritarian state putting war planes in Indonesia.

Albanese looks to tuck into Victorian electoral fortune

Over a succulent Chinese meal, the prime minister has aimed to shore up support in marginal seats in Victoria ahead of voters going to the polls.

'Election up for grabs': PM on alert despite polling

Although the coalition has assumed underdog status, Peter Dutton says he could still snag a win - while Anthony Albanese isn't letting his guard down.

US deportees offered in swap for 'political prisoners'

Venezuela's top prosecutor has criticised a proposal by El Salvador to swap hundreds of "political prisoners" for deportees from the US being held in a prison.

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Defence secretary 'shared another chat on Yemen strike'

A report claiming the US defence secretary shared sensitive military details on another Signal chat has renewed criticism of the Trump administration.

Bots influencing election discussion on social media

Nearly one in five accounts discussing Australia's election analysed on a major social media platform were found to be fake, sparking disinformation concerns.

Albanese returns to former school for mass poll appeal

Anthony Albanese has celebrated Easter by breaking bread with church leaders, while also speaking about his other religion - rugby league and the Rabbitohs.

Easter break not all peace as Labor lob eggs over wages

Australians hopeful of a cordial Easter break have been denied a reprieve in the final stretch of an election as the clock ticks to flip undecided voters.

Campaign gets saucy as Dutton dons tongs to snag votes

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has served up sausages and bacon at a barbecue in Queensland, visiting a Labor-held seat on Easter.

Gamer senator takes to streaming in chase of youth vote

As Gen Zs and millennials become the country's dominant voting bloc, politicians are exploring new horizons and platforms to try to grab their attention.

Iran, US agree on third round of talks after 'progress'

Iranian officials say indirect talks with the United States have been held in a "constructive atmosphere" and that further expert-level discussions are planned.

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