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'Knocked on the head': Labor rebuffs property tax moves

'Knocked on the head': Labor rebuffs property tax moves

After days of discussions over curbing property investors' tax concessions, the government has firmed its stance against the rumours.

'Inequity is devastating': rural councils on the brink

'Inequity is devastating': rural councils on the brink

'Inequity is devastating': rural councils on the brink

'Inequity is devastating': rural councils on the brink

A rural council says it has been forced to cut services and increase rates as it faces financial turmoil, leaving its vulnerable residents even more desperate.

PM urges Israel to hear the world's calls for ceasefire

PM urges Israel to hear the world's calls for ceasefire

PM urges Israel to hear the world's calls for ceasefire

PM urges Israel to hear the world's calls for ceasefire

Australia, the US and other western countries have called for a ceasefire on the Israel-Lebanon border, but the bombing has continued.

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Major supermarkets breached trust, Albanese says

Major supermarkets breached trust, Albanese says

It is "a breach of trust" for supermarkets to behave like this, Anthony Albanese says after Coles and Woolworths were criticised over "misleading" specials.

New pilot programs to boost quality NDIS care

New pilot programs to boost quality NDIS care

To provide better support for people with disability, new programs are being tested to improve services offered under the National Disability Insurance Scheme.

Care for kids to break cycle of abuse spreads its wings

Care for kids to break cycle of abuse spreads its wings

A program offered to children and young people could provide a long-term sustainable solution to ending domestic and family violence in Australia.

Trump to meet Zelenskiy after Harris pledges support

Trump to meet Zelenskiy after Harris pledges support

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump will meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy for the first time since his term as US leader ended in 2021.

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Bronze statue of divisive ex-Victorian premier in works

Bronze statue of divisive ex-Victorian premier in works

Bronze statue of divisive ex-Victorian premier in works

Bronze statue of divisive ex-Victorian premier in works

Former Victorian premier Daniel Andrews will be honoured with a bronze statue, after qualifying for one under rules introduced by Liberals.

New York mayor Adams charged in Turkey bribery scheme

New York mayor Adams charged in Turkey bribery scheme

New York mayor Adams charged in Turkey bribery scheme

New York mayor Adams charged in Turkey bribery scheme

New York City mayor Eric Adams faces charges he secured bribes from foreigners and illegal campaign contributions in exchange for favours.

Aldi reigns supreme as more customers compare grocers

Aldi reigns supreme as more customers compare grocers

Aldi reigns supreme as more customers compare grocers

Aldi reigns supreme as more customers compare grocers

Aldi has prevailed in a second supermarket basket comparison, a process many customers are carrying out before their weekly shop.

Premier faces nurses in latest pay dispute escalation

Premier faces nurses in latest pay dispute escalation

Premier faces nurses in latest pay dispute escalation

Premier faces nurses in latest pay dispute escalation

NSW's nurses and midwives have continued their push for an immediate pay increase, sitting down with the premier late on Thursday.

Underwear MP faces dressing down for parliament visit

Underwear MP faces dressing down for parliament visit

Underwear MP faces dressing down for parliament visit

Underwear MP faces dressing down for parliament visit

The late-night arrival of a half-clothed MP at parliament, apparently after locking himself out of his home, will be scrutinised further by his colleagues.

Price mystery as Metro tunnels into more taxpayer cash

Price mystery as Metro tunnels into more taxpayer cash

Price mystery as Metro tunnels into more taxpayer cash

Price mystery as Metro tunnels into more taxpayer cash

Spending on the Melbourne Metro Tunnel has blown out again with the latest hike costing taxpayers $837 million, with the total now put at $13.48 billion.

Treasurer's rare trade trip recipe for Chinese success

Treasurer's rare trade trip recipe for Chinese success

Treasurer's rare trade trip recipe for Chinese success

Treasurer's rare trade trip recipe for Chinese success

Jim Chalmers is using a two-day visit to China to boost trade ties, as the foreign minister moves to ease diplomatic tensions.

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Shopping around could help lower grocery prices for all

Aldi shoppers are paying significantly less than Coles or Woolworths customers but the biggest savers could be those shopping across all three.

No clear winner for Australia in US poll: former envoy

Australian businesses could be hurt no matter who wins the US presidency, with flagged economic policies aimed at China potential threats, a former envoy says.

Pharmacy pill trial becomes 'business as usual'

More ways of expanding health care are being considered amid a GP shortage, with women to continue being able to access contraceptive pills at NSW chemists.

Labor TikTok video labelled a 'strange' personal attack

A TikTok video posted by an account authorised by Queensland's Labor Party has garnered criticism as a "strange" personal attack.

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No negative gearing reform on cards for election: PM

The prime minister has hosed down suggestions Labor will take changes to negative gearing to the election, amid warnings it could hike up rents.

Australia backs Israel-Lebanon 21-day ceasefire plan

Australia has called on Israel and Lebanon to endorse a temporary ceasefire to allow a lasting peace to be negotiated as rocket attacks kill hundreds.

MP's bid to amend abortion law to force live births

A Liberal MP is trying to change South Australia’s abortion laws to force people who want to terminate a pregnancy after 28 weeks to deliver their baby alive.

Australia spearheads action against Taliban violations

The first step to formally put the Taliban on notice over grave violations against women has been issued ahead of more serious action in the world's top court.

Harris vows middle class help, Trump to rally in Butler

US Vice President Kamala Harris says she is committed to working with the private sector and entrepreneurs to help grow the middle class.

Odds on to ban gambling ads before punters hit polls

Those calling for reform are wondering if Labor will roll the dice and attempt a crack down on gambling advertising with the federal election looming.

Climate, koala alarm as coal mines cleared to dig more

The Albanese government has been condemned for green-lighting the expansion of three coal mines as operators describe the move as sensible.

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