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Coalition govt likely in Vanuatu, where women struggle

Coalition govt likely in Vanuatu, where women struggle

Vanuatu has just one female MP and seven women candidates among the 217 running for office in this month's snap election.

Hard times turn voters off Labor in election lead-up

Hard times turn voters off Labor in election lead-up

Hard times turn voters off Labor in election lead-up

Hard times turn voters off Labor in election lead-up

Labor is trailing the opposition just months before Australians head to the polls, but the prime minister says his government can give voters what they want.

US ambassador Rudd has made 'direct contact' with Trump

US ambassador Rudd has made 'direct contact' with Trump

US ambassador Rudd has made 'direct contact' with Trump

US ambassador Rudd has made 'direct contact' with Trump

Australia's ambassador to the US and former Labor prime minister Kevin Rudd has reached out to Donald Trump's incoming administration ahead of his inauguration.

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'My heart aches': survivors reflect on Gaza ceasefire

'My heart aches': survivors reflect on Gaza ceasefire

Members of Australia's Palestinian and Jewish communities are mourning those left behind and worried about loved ones as a ceasefire looms in Gaza.

Deputy PM in dash to Kiribati as diplomatic ban lifts

Deputy PM in dash to Kiribati as diplomatic ban lifts

Defence Minister Richard Marles is travelling to the island nation of Kiribati for high-level talks after a ban on foreign diplomatic visits was lifted.

Minority report tips a return to 'ruthless' opposition

Minority report tips a return to 'ruthless' opposition

History could be repeated as the possibility of a minority government looms but veteran politicians say this could resurrect a ruthless opposition force.

Detained South Korea's Yoon refuses questioning

Detained South Korea's Yoon refuses questioning

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol has rebuffed another sit-down with investigators as he continues to stonewall a probe into his martial law decree.

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More commuter pain spared as union actions suspended

More commuter pain spared as union actions suspended

More commuter pain spared as union actions suspended

More commuter pain spared as union actions suspended

An industrial umpire has put a temporary halt to work bans that have brought havoc to NSW's train network as drivers push for a hefty pay rise.

Earthquake doesn't derail Vanuatu's snap election

Earthquake doesn't derail Vanuatu's snap election

Earthquake doesn't derail Vanuatu's snap election

Earthquake doesn't derail Vanuatu's snap election

Vanuatu is set for its fifth prime minister in just over two years, as voting gets underway in the Pacific nation's snap election on Thursday.

Strong jobs growth data deflates February rate cut hope

Strong jobs growth data deflates February rate cut hope

Strong jobs growth data deflates February rate cut hope

Strong jobs growth data deflates February rate cut hope

A very healthy jobs market is not adding to the case for a February interest rate cut, with all eyes turning to inflation data due in coming weeks.

More women in cabinet but representation worries build

More women in cabinet but representation worries build

More women in cabinet but representation worries build

More women in cabinet but representation worries build

The political representation of women has received a boost after a pre-election cabinet shuffle but concerns remain over the opposition's gender imbalance.

Pain lingers for Jews, Palestinians despite ceasefire

Pain lingers for Jews, Palestinians despite ceasefire

Pain lingers for Jews, Palestinians despite ceasefire

Pain lingers for Jews, Palestinians despite ceasefire

Hostages still captive by Hamas and a humanitarian crisis in Gaza where infants are dying are exacerbating community pain despite a ceasefire being heralded.

Biden's farewell message warns of a US 'oligarchy'

Biden's farewell message warns of a US 'oligarchy'

Biden's farewell message warns of a US 'oligarchy'

Biden's farewell message warns of a US 'oligarchy'

President Joe Biden has used his farewell address to the nation to warn of an “oligarchy” of the ultra-wealthy taking root in the country.

Former detained journalist Greste goes on hunger strike

Former detained journalist Greste goes on hunger strike

Former detained journalist Greste goes on hunger strike

Former detained journalist Greste goes on hunger strike

The extension of a prison sentence of a democracy activist in Egypt is prompting a hunger strike to draw attention to the injustice of his case.

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Vanuatu in Australian aid request in earthquake rebuild

Port Vila's CBD and city waterfront remains off-limits a month after a deadly earthquake, prompting frustration and anger from business owners.

Light-bulb moment on clean energy yet to come for many

Renewable energy has been powering Australia for decades but a lack of public awareness has allowed furphies to fester ahead of a vital election, experts warn.

Crossbench kingmakers could hold sway in house divided

Veteran independents say a minority government could get more done but caution crossbenchers against trying to set deals in stone with the major parties.

Bill Shorten to quit politics early, sparking reshuffle

Retiring Labor minister Bill Shorten will leave politics earlier than expected, giving his party the opportunity for a refresh before the federal election.

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Doctors warned 'aggressive' tactic will impact families

Families of people with poor mental health will bear the brunt of chaos caused by psychiatrists resigning as experts warn the public system is failing patients.

South Korean police arrest impeached President Yoon

South Korea's Yoon Suk-yeol is refusing to talk, investigators say, after the impeached leader was arrested for questioning over his declaration of martial law.

Ceasefire spurs hope but war's social division lingers

Australia's Palestinian and Jewish communities have expressed hope at what a ceasefire in Gaza could mean but aren't optimistic about the spread of hate.

'Political exercise': dismay over youth crime laws

A rapid decision to alter youth justice laws following a supermarket stabbing could tempt other jurisdictions into similar crackdowns, an expert has warned.

Cash splash for vital rare earths to break China's grip

A rare earths project backed by Australia's richest woman Gina Rinehart is getting a leg-up from the taxpayer to fast-track a mine and refinery.

Reformer Regenvanu setting sights on Vanuatu's top job

The fun and colour of Vanuatu's campaign trail is over, leaving this week's vote and then coalition negotiations to form the next government in Port Vila.

Calls to consider jail time as anti-Semitism grows

As Australia deals with anti-Semitic incidents, a specially appointed envoy says all leaders must unite to address the seriousness of the situation.

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