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Minns rejects claim hate speech review targets Muslims

Minns rejects claim hate speech review targets Muslims

The NSW premier has been accused of disregarding advice and marginalising Muslims with a review of the state's hate speech laws.

PM looking for extra dollars for those 'doing it tough'

PM looking for extra dollars for those 'doing it tough'

PM looking for extra dollars for those 'doing it tough'

PM looking for extra dollars for those 'doing it tough'

Cost-of-living relief could be on the way as inflation begins to soften and politicians rush back to Canberra to find ways to ease the pressure on Australians.

Full steam ahead as government secures gas deal

Full steam ahead as government secures gas deal

Full steam ahead as government secures gas deal

Full steam ahead as government secures gas deal

Hundreds more petajoules of gas will be made available thanks to a government commitment with energy giants Esso and Woodside.

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Ron DeSantis ends struggling 2024 White House run

Ron DeSantis ends struggling 2024 White House run

Presidential contender Ron DeSantis has suspended his fading campaign for the Republican nomination and endorsed bitter rival Donald Trump.

Cost of living pressures mount on first cabinet meeting

Cost of living pressures mount on first cabinet meeting

Anthony Albanese's cabinet is meeting in Canberra more than a week before parliament resumes as living costs raise pressure on households and government.

Framework a 'crucial tool' to cut gender-based violence

Framework a 'crucial tool' to cut gender-based violence

The federal government has unveiled a new framework to be used to provide consistent messaging about consent to stop gender-based violence.

Debate simmers as Wong returns from Middle East mission

Debate simmers as Wong returns from Middle East mission

Foreign Minister Penny Wong returns from the Middle East to criticism of the government's designation of the October 7 attack by Hamas on Israel.

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Biden speaks with Netanyahu on Gaza, Palestinian state

Biden speaks with Netanyahu on Gaza, Palestinian state

Biden speaks with Netanyahu on Gaza, Palestinian state

Biden speaks with Netanyahu on Gaza, Palestinian state

US President Joe Biden discussed his vision for peace in the Middle East and a two state-solution in a phone call with Benjamin Netanyahu, the White House said.

Emergency services workforce complaints to be reviewed

Emergency services workforce complaints to be reviewed

Emergency services workforce complaints to be reviewed

Emergency services workforce complaints to be reviewed

The Queensland government has announced a six-month independent review of the fire and emergency services department's workforce complaints.

Vic urged to follow UN safeguards in youth prisons

Vic urged to follow UN safeguards in youth prisons

Vic urged to follow UN safeguards in youth prisons

Vic urged to follow UN safeguards in youth prisons

Human rights and legal advocates have written an open letter to the Victorian government urging it to implement a UN safeguards in the state's youth prisons.

By-election date set for former premier's seat

By-election date set for former premier's seat

By-election date set for former premier's seat

By-election date set for former premier's seat

The seat of Inala has been held by the Palaszczuk family since it was first contested in 1992. It will be up for grabs in March when a by-election is held.

Date for critical Dunkley by-election announced

Date for critical Dunkley by-election announced

Date for critical Dunkley by-election announced

Date for critical Dunkley by-election announced

Voters in the federal seat of Dunkley will head to the polls for a crucial by-election on March 2.

NSW agriculture, biosec head gone after a decade in job

NSW agriculture, biosec head gone after a decade in job

NSW agriculture, biosec head gone after a decade in job

NSW agriculture, biosec head gone after a decade in job

A senior public servant and former meat industry leader has departed abruptly after a 10-year stint, drawing questions about the future of his department.

Wong makes UAE visit on final leg of Middle East trip

Wong makes UAE visit on final leg of Middle East trip

Wong makes UAE visit on final leg of Middle East trip

Wong makes UAE visit on final leg of Middle East trip

Foreign Minister Penny Wong has held talks with counterparts from the United Arab Emirates during the final stage of her week in the Middle East.

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Economy strong but slowdown on horizon, IMF warns

In its latest assessment of the Australian economy, the International Monetary Fund says growth is set to slow, despite more resilience than other nations.

Unions fear unemployment figures are hiding job losses

Though the jobless rate has held steady, thousands of Australians lost their jobs in December with many entering part-time and insecure work.

PM 'shocked' by asbestos find at new inner-city park

More than 10 tonnes of asbestos-contaminated mulch from the Rozelle Parklands in Sydney will need to be removed and destroyed.

Ukrainians call for helicopters despite safety concerns

The Australian-Ukrainian community has urged the government to send its unwanted helicopters to Eastern Europe to support efforts against Russia's invasion.

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Supermarkets to face inquiry over grocery prices

Major supermarkets are set to face a Queensland parliamentary inquiry following a meeting with state premier Steven Miles.

NSW incitement laws face overhaul amid Gaza tensions

A former NSW chief justice will review the state's laws criminalising incitement to violence, which have never resulted in a conviction.

Lights to stay on if biggest 'coal clunker' powers down

Recent progress on renewable energy in NSW after a "growing industry clamour" about red tape and delays suggests there is no need to run on coal for longer.

'No safe place': Aid group warns of relief delays

Aid organisations say the situation in Gaza means it would be several days before Australian relief funds for the region get on the ground.

Challenge to meet housing target laid bare in NSW

Serious issues in another major Sydney apartment complex have raised further questions over the ability of NSW to deliver on its ambitious housing targets.

Game might be over for Gabba's $2.7b Olympic rebuild

An expensive rebuild of the Gabba could have already run its race only months after being announced as a review of the 2032 Olympic venues gets under way.

China expert downplays diplomatic 'blip' over Taiwan

An expert in Chinese foreign policy has played down a public rebuke over Australia's response to presidential elections in Taiwan.

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