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Traditional owners hail land claim after 45-year wait

Traditional owners hail land claim after 45-year wait

Traditional owners are celebrating the return of more than 400,000 hectares of Country following four decades of negotiations and legal proceedings.

Teddy bears and toddlers as Dutton sways to softer side

Teddy bears and toddlers as Dutton sways to softer side

Teddy bears and toddlers as Dutton sways to softer side

Teddy bears and toddlers as Dutton sways to softer side

The opposition leader is trying to forge a softer personality on the campaign trail after years spent as the coalition's hard man.

Frugal Kiwi government takes axe to central bank budget

Frugal Kiwi government takes axe to central bank budget

Frugal Kiwi government takes axe to central bank budget

Frugal Kiwi government takes axe to central bank budget

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand is "redesigning" its operations after the government announced funding cuts of 25 per cent from July.

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Trump plays critical minerals card in tariff trade war

Trump plays critical minerals card in tariff trade war

A national security review of critical minerals imports has been ordered by President Donald Trump in an escalation of his dispute with global trading partners.

Dutton denies verballing Indonesian leader on Russia

Dutton denies verballing Indonesian leader on Russia

Peter Dutton rejects claims he made false statements about the Indonesian president on Russian war planes, while Labor is also sidestepping questions.

PM says security risks won't stop him, has faith in AFP

PM says security risks won't stop him, has faith in AFP

Australian election campaigns are characterised by close engagement between politicians and voters, but security threats risk limiting one-to-one interactions.

Households make room as renters share living costs pain

Households make room as renters share living costs pain

More struggling, noodle-eating students are moving in together as rents soar in cities and pledges to fix the housing crisis dominate the federal election.

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Australia reassured Indonesia won't host Russian planes

Australia reassured Indonesia won't host Russian planes

Australia reassured Indonesia won't host Russian planes

Australia reassured Indonesia won't host Russian planes

Australia has been assured Indonesia won't allow Russian aircraft on its bases as political leaders denounced Vladimir Putin as a "murderous dictator".

Barriers to clear in private-public hospital talks

Barriers to clear in private-public hospital talks

Barriers to clear in private-public hospital talks

Barriers to clear in private-public hospital talks

A private hospital operator's plans to sell its facility to the state could face a few barriers, as a taskforce probes the contract ahead of negotiations.

Buoyed PM touts Aussie values not 'Americanised' health

Buoyed PM touts Aussie values not 'Americanised' health

Buoyed PM touts Aussie values not 'Americanised' health

Buoyed PM touts Aussie values not 'Americanised' health

The prime minister has talked up his personal connection to Medicare as he defends Labor's slender hold on one battleground seat.

Puppies and petrol stations as Dutton keeps on trucking

Puppies and petrol stations as Dutton keeps on trucking

Puppies and petrol stations as Dutton keeps on trucking

Puppies and petrol stations as Dutton keeps on trucking

After cuddling a cavoodle and chatting to an apprentice, Peter Dutton made his 10th petrol station stop of the election campaign as he tries to win over voters.

Iran says nuclear talks with US to continue in Oman

Iran says nuclear talks with US to continue in Oman

Iran says nuclear talks with US to continue in Oman

Iran says nuclear talks with US to continue in Oman

Donald Trump has reiterated his threat of drastic consequences for Iran over its nuclear program as plans are made to resume negotiations in Oman.

Tariff turmoil triggers Reserve Bank inflation fears

Tariff turmoil triggers Reserve Bank inflation fears

Tariff turmoil triggers Reserve Bank inflation fears

Tariff turmoil triggers Reserve Bank inflation fears

Uncertainty over US tariffs and a brewing global trade war cast a shadow over the Reserve Bank of Australia as it deliberated on cutting interest rates.

'Mountain to climb' for PM as Labor ascends in polling

'Mountain to climb' for PM as Labor ascends in polling

'Mountain to climb' for PM as Labor ascends in polling

'Mountain to climb' for PM as Labor ascends in polling

Labor is widening its lead on the coalition in polling but many voters remain undecided, with one consultant saying the Liberals can convince them.

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US begins probes into pharmaceuticals, chip imports

The US is preparing to impose tariffs on pharmaceuticals, as drug makers argue that could increase the chance of shortages and reduce access for patients.

Buildings crumbling as gap widens for Aboriginal people

Four out of five buildings used for Aboriginal health and wellbeing services in one state will need to be repaired or replaced as outcomes stagnate and worsen.

PM downplays awkward air kiss as campaign heads south

After an awkward exchange with Tanya Plibersek on the campaign trail, Anthony Albanese has refused to say whether his purported rival will keep her portfolio.

Summit hope for state if election climate favours Labor

The Festival State's premier hopes his federal colleagues win the May 3 election and then secure hosting rights for a United Nations global climate summit.

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Stadium legal advice 'politicised', opponents claim

Opponents of a new AFL stadium have queried legal advice relied on by a government to fast-track the project in parliament.

China's Xi boosts Asian trade ties amid US tariff spat

President Xi Jinping has warned there are no winners in trade wars as he begins an Asian tour aimed at consolidating relations with China's neighbours.

Some hybrid cars thirstier than their petrol peers

On-road vehicle tests show some hybrid vehicles are not saving as much petrol as lab tests promise and a two use more than standard cars on highways.

PM dodges golf talk after polls put Labor back on par

The prime minister has sought to dodge comparisons with Masters golf champion Rory McIlroy but says he is not taking for granted his lead in the polls.

Policy no quick fix with housing 'too far out of reach'

An economist has warned election policies for first homebuyers risk pushing prices up when many aspiring home owners think they're already beyond reach.

Parties eye votes in 'over the top' spending blitz

Despite promising good economic management, major parties have thrown billions at voters in pre-election sweeteners amid competing pitches for first homebuyers.

US tariffs on imported semiconductor chips coming soon

Donald Trump has flagged new tariffs on smartphones, computers and some other electronics as the trade war saga sparks the most volatile markets in five years.

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