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Anti-racism work collects dust as MPs 'drive division'

Anti-racism work collects dust as MPs 'drive division'

A major plan to end racism has gone by the wayside as communities point the finger at politicians for exacerbating discrimination.

China to buy more US soybeans, Trump says after Xi call

China to buy more US soybeans, Trump says after Xi call

China to buy more US soybeans, Trump says after Xi call

China to buy more US soybeans, Trump says after Xi call

Chinese ⁠President Xi Jinping has had a phone call with ‍US President Donald Trump, officials from both countries say.

Man sentenced to life for trying to assassinate Trump

Man sentenced to life for trying to assassinate Trump

Man sentenced to life for trying to assassinate Trump

Man sentenced to life for trying to assassinate Trump

A man convicted of trying to assassinate US President Donald Trump on a Florida golf course in 2024 has been sentenced to life in prison.

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Veterans call to hold fire on Defence property sell-off

Veterans call to hold fire on Defence property sell-off

The RSL is pushing back against the sale of almost 70 Defence properties, saying veterans have "deep connections" to many of the historic locations.

Security deal to strengthen ties on PM's Indonesia trip

Security deal to strengthen ties on PM's Indonesia trip

Australia and Indonesia's already positive relationship is set to be further boosted when a high-level security deal is formally signed.

UK to release files on Mandelson's US appointment

UK to release files on Mandelson's US appointment

The former UK ambassador to the US, Peter Mandelson, will be investigated by British police over his links to Jeffrey Epstein.

No rush to kiss and make up as leaders stick at talks

No rush to kiss and make up as leaders stick at talks

Nationals MP say they owe it to their voters to make sure any resumption of the coalition isn't beset by the threat of further divorces.

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Olympic-sized blowout concerns for 2032 Games rejected

Olympic-sized blowout concerns for 2032 Games rejected

Olympic-sized blowout concerns for 2032 Games rejected

Olympic-sized blowout concerns for 2032 Games rejected

While the Winter Olympics in Italy are plagued by budget overruns, the Queensland government insists the 2032 Brisbane Games won't cost taxpayers an extra cent.

Defence property sell-off in bid to shore up budget

Defence property sell-off in bid to shore up budget

Defence property sell-off in bid to shore up budget

Defence property sell-off in bid to shore up budget

Almost 70 historic defence sites across Australia will go under the hammer, saving $100 million in annual costs to be reinvested back into the armed forces.

Costly by-election as high-profile Liberal quits early

A former tennis star turned senior Liberal will quit parliament, prompting a by-election that will force local voters to the polls twice in quick succession.

Harbour Bridge joyriders sparks calls for e-bike action

Harbour Bridge joyriders sparks calls for e-bike action

Harbour Bridge joyriders sparks calls for e-bike action

Harbour Bridge joyriders sparks calls for e-bike action

Footage of young men dangerously riding e-bikes and motorcycles on the Sydney Harbour Bridge has fuelled calls for more accountability.

'Lot of complaints': ex-minister's aged care warning

'Lot of complaints': ex-minister's aged care warning

'Lot of complaints': ex-minister's aged care warning

'Lot of complaints': ex-minister's aged care warning

As the aged care sector gets used to major reforms, a former Liberal minister turned lobbyist has warned the overhaul may be having unintended consequences.

Australia tarnished by persistent racism, refugee abuse

Australia tarnished by persistent racism, refugee abuse

Australia tarnished by persistent racism, refugee abuse

Australia tarnished by persistent racism, refugee abuse

Australia has again failed to curb refugee abuses and rampant discrimination, including against Indigenous people, in its human rights report card.

Adored trailblazer with kindness at her core farewelled

Adored trailblazer with kindness at her core farewelled

Adored trailblazer with kindness at her core farewelled

Adored trailblazer with kindness at her core farewelled

Marie Bashir's compassion and love for an early morning singalong have been remembered as political luminaries farewelled NSW's first woman governor.

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Forecasters dial up rate bets as banks prepare to hike

With the RBA showing stronger resolve to rein in inflation, banks will more likely than not be lifting home loan rates again in a few months, economists say.

Palmer fights election caps despite failed $50m spend

Changes to how much money political parties can spend on elections and how much people can donate to candidates will be challenged in Australia's highest court.

'Traumatised' Libs told to get off TV and sort out feud

A former Liberal minister has told his colleagues to deal with their grievances privately, as Sussan Ley dismissed speculation that she could be ousted.

'Third world': cable derails train line's 'Big Switch'

Passengers have been offered an apology and compensation after widespread disruptions soured a major rail line's move to full services.

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Iran demands changes in venue for US talks

The US military says it shot down an Iranian drone acting "aggressively" near its aircraft carrier in the Arabian Sea in self-defence.

Racism watchdog warns of coded message in cohesion call

'Social cohesion' has become a common catchcry after the Bondi terror attack, but the race discrimination commissioner warns the phrase can worsen divisions.

Tech companies campaign to bring SXSW back to Australia

Brisbane might have secured the Olympic Games but a grassroots campaign is asking the state government to consider adopting another big event.

Iran president gives go-ahead for talks with US

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian says he's instructed his government to begin negotiations with the United States.

'Too long': green light for more GPs to tackle ADHD

States are continuing to shake up the way a prevalent developmental disorder is treated by allowing more health professionals to diagnose the condition.

Nationals sent to back benches after coalition divorce

The dramatic breakup of the coalition has left the Liberals as the official opposition while the Nationals languish on the cross bench.

Speaker thwarts debate on controversial administrator

A Speaker has shut down opposition motions to debate the controversial appointment of a new territory administrator, saying members must show him no disrespect.

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