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No rebirth of baby bonus despite falling fertility rate

No rebirth of baby bonus despite falling fertility rate

The deputy prime minister says there are no plans to bring back the baby bonus after a record low for the nation's fertility rate.

MP with cancer's late-night dash over abortion vote

MP with cancer's late-night dash over abortion vote

MP with cancer's late-night dash over abortion vote

MP with cancer's late-night dash over abortion vote

A proposal to amend abortion laws that would have banned women wanting to terminate their pregnancy after 28 weeks has been voted down in South Australia.

Declan's Law: NT enshrines tough bail and weapon reform

Declan's Law: NT enshrines tough bail and weapon reform

Declan's Law: NT enshrines tough bail and weapon reform

Declan's Law: NT enshrines tough bail and weapon reform

Laws giving police in the NT powers to search and seize weapons from anyone over the age of 10 have passed in what the chief minister calls a "historic moment".

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'Victory plan' unveiled in precarious times for Ukraine

'Victory plan' unveiled in precarious times for Ukraine

Ukraine and its allies must "change the circumstances" to end the war with Russia, says President Volodymyr Zelenskiy as he unveiled a "victory plan".

'Slogan salad': Barbs exchanged at Qld election debate

'Slogan salad': Barbs exchanged at Qld election debate

The Queensland premier and opposition leader have butted heads in their second leadership debate, with abortion laws emerging as a key issue ahead of the poll.

'Handmaids' protest ahead of abortion vote

'Handmaids' protest ahead of abortion vote

Protesters dressed as "handmaids" have led a protest at SA's parliament, as it prepares to vote on a bill they say infringes on women's rights to healthcare.

MP breaks party ranks on transgender birth certificates

MP breaks party ranks on transgender birth certificates

A NSW Liberal MP has broken with ranks and accused her leaders of fearmongering over laws that make it easier for transgender people modify birth certificates.

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Billions poured into defence precinct, creating jobs

Billions poured into defence precinct, creating jobs

Billions poured into defence precinct, creating jobs

Billions poured into defence precinct, creating jobs

Billions of dollars will be poured into a new defence precinct in WA, which is being touted as a rival to the mining industry for jobs and economic growth.

Australia admonishes Israeli, backs US Gaza aid call

Australia admonishes Israeli, backs US Gaza aid call

Australia admonishes Israeli, backs US Gaza aid call

Australia admonishes Israeli, backs US Gaza aid call

Foreign Minister Penny Wong has condemned the number of civilian deaths in Gaza and backed an American ultimatum to Israel to force an rise in the flow of aid.

Bulk of CFMEU probe evidence relates to coercion

Bulk of CFMEU probe evidence relates to coercion

Bulk of CFMEU probe evidence relates to coercion

Bulk of CFMEU probe evidence relates to coercion

Dozens of incidents within the embattled CFMEU are being investigated after it was placed into administration following criminal allegations.

'Invisible, sidelined': landmark count for fatal cancer

'Invisible, sidelined': landmark count for fatal cancer

'Invisible, sidelined': landmark count for fatal cancer

'Invisible, sidelined': landmark count for fatal cancer

People with metastatic breast cancer often feel invisible but world-leading research to understand its prevalence could mean better support.

'Deep concerns' about tunnel Christmas party gone wrong

'Deep concerns' about tunnel Christmas party gone wrong

'Deep concerns' about tunnel Christmas party gone wrong

'Deep concerns' about tunnel Christmas party gone wrong

Senior NSW ministers have condemned a bespoke party that resulted in a woman suffering spinal injuries inside a Sydney tunnelling project.

Slow economic growth set to continue into 2025

Slow economic growth set to continue into 2025

Slow economic growth set to continue into 2025

Slow economic growth set to continue into 2025

While there may be a slow uptick in economic growth in the near future, it will remain subdued into the 2025, a survey has predicted.

Border security will struggle without shrewd investment

Border security will struggle without shrewd investment

Border security will struggle without shrewd investment

Border security will struggle without shrewd investment

Australia will have difficulty in maintaining a secure border if it doesn't acquire new technology or or make "strategic" investments, the border chief warns.

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PM focused on affordable housing despite home furore

Anthony Albanese says he's committed to increasing affordable housing, despite copping flak for buying a $4.3 million beach house with sweeping ocean views.

Rio Tinto 'breaks ranks', keeps climate trigger alive

The federal government has been urged to strike an urgent deal on environmental laws as Rio Tinto joins those calling for reforms that tackle climate change.

Dodgy subscription traps and hidden fees to be banned

A slew of manipulative sales tactics, including subscription traps and hidden fees, are in the federal government's sights.

Xi says China willing to be a friend with the US

President Xi Jinping says China-US relations are among the most important bilateral relations in the world.

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Financial regulations are 'punishing' first homebuyers

Overbearing financial requirements placed are worsening housing equity by making it harder for first homebuyers to access mortgages and benefiting investors.

Tasmania to remain Australia's Antarctic gateway

Tasmania will remain home to the nation's Antarctic icebreaker, the RSV Nuyina, and gateway to the Southern Ocean following a $188 million deal.

Origin Energy defends complex switch to renewables, gas

As China pushes for cheaper Australian LNG, shareholders of energy retailer and east coast gas producer Origin Energy have been warned of a "messy" transition.

Auckland FC owner backing Trump alongside A-Leagues

American club owner Bill Foley is spending some of his billions developing Auckland FC alongside his support for US presidential candidate Donald Trump.

Melbourne, SE Qld lead way for new jobs figures

Data reveals the areas of Australia with the highest level of jobs growth in the year to August, according to an ABS analysis.

'Climate action pays': call to rev up clean investment

There can be winners in the clean energy race, a group of super funds says, rolling out a campaign to quell community fears and accelerate development.

LNP drum up support after dancing around costings

The Queensland opposition has drummed up interest for its youth crime prevention measures after being accused of dancing around costings ahead of the election.

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