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Older bus drivers may face more health checks

Older bus drivers may face more health checks

More regular health assessments for older bus drivers have been recommended by an independent report in the wake of a fatal crash in Brisbane's CBD.

Australia munitions aid 'won't be the last' for Ukraine

Australia munitions aid 'won't be the last' for Ukraine

Australia munitions aid 'won't be the last' for Ukraine

Australia munitions aid 'won't be the last' for Ukraine

Air defence and other munitions won't be the last support Australia pledges to Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression, the government says.

NATO: US, South Korea sign nuclear guideline strategy

NATO: US, South Korea sign nuclear guideline strategy

NATO: US, South Korea sign nuclear guideline strategy

NATO: US, South Korea sign nuclear guideline strategy

A NATO guideline formalises the deployment of US nuclear assets in the Korean peninsula to deter and respond to potential nuclear attacks by North Korea.

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ALP backs female candidate's third run against Dutton

ALP backs female candidate's third run against Dutton

Ali France will get a third chance to run as the Labor candidate in the Queensland seat of Dickson, held by Liberal Leader Peter Dutton.

Biden's 'President Putin' gaffe unfortunate: Albanese

Biden's 'President Putin' gaffe unfortunate: Albanese

Anthony Albanese has sympathised with US President Joe Biden after he slipped up and misdescribed Volodymyr Zelenskiy, saying the error was unfortunate.

Defence minister to meet with new UK counterpart Healey

Defence minister to meet with new UK counterpart Healey

Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles will head to the UK following a key NATO security summit in the first ministerial visit since Labour swept to power there.

Alice looks beyond curfew to long-term social solutions

Alice looks beyond curfew to long-term social solutions

A curfew imposed on Alice Springs has calmed violence in the Northern Territory town as its community looks for long-term solutions to crime and other issues.

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Kenya president sacks cabinet, bows to protest pressure

Kenya president sacks cabinet, bows to protest pressure

Kenya president sacks cabinet, bows to protest pressure

Kenya president sacks cabinet, bows to protest pressure

Kenyan President William Ruto has dismissed almost the entire cabinet following fierce protests against his government.

Biden to face media in effort to quell age concerns

Biden to face media in effort to quell age concerns

Biden to face media in effort to quell age concerns

Biden to face media in effort to quell age concerns

Facing calls by his own party to drop out, President Joe Biden will hold a high-stakes news conference in a bid to ease fears about his age and mental acuity.

NATO backs Ukraine as Biden faces pressure to drop out

NATO backs Ukraine as Biden faces pressure to drop out

NATO backs Ukraine as Biden faces pressure to drop out

NATO backs Ukraine as Biden faces pressure to drop out

While President Joe Biden and fellow NATO leaders have focused on supporting Ukraine, the US summit host has continued to face calls not to run for re-election.

Councils ranked on housing approvals to speed building

Councils ranked on housing approvals to speed building

Councils ranked on housing approvals to speed building

Councils ranked on housing approvals to speed building

Local council performance in approving housing development has been ranked in a "league table" as part of government efforts to accelerate home construction.

Ex-police watchdog to oversee greyhound industry probe

Ex-police watchdog to oversee greyhound industry probe

Ex-police watchdog to oversee greyhound industry probe

Ex-police watchdog to oversee greyhound industry probe

Alleged greyhound welfare breaches will be investigated properly despite a decision not to ban racing, says the NSW minister in charge of overseeing the sport.

Plan sought for Alice Springs as curfew cools violence

Plan sought for Alice Springs as curfew cools violence

Plan sought for Alice Springs as curfew cools violence

Plan sought for Alice Springs as curfew cools violence

Authorities will keep tabs on an influx of visitors to Alice Springs after the town emerged from a three-night curfew imposed after an eruption of violence.

Echoes of pandemic as freight woes lift consumer prices

Echoes of pandemic as freight woes lift consumer prices

Echoes of pandemic as freight woes lift consumer prices

Echoes of pandemic as freight woes lift consumer prices

Australians could be forced to spend more on items ranging from confectionery to luxury items and medical goods as a result of global shipping issues.

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Premier not shying away from youth crime 'problem'

Premier Jacinta Allan has vowed to go further with measures to address Victorian youth crime in a bid to reflect growing community concerns.

ALP condemns Gaza school bombing amid community outrage

Federal cabinet minister Jason Clare has condemned the bombing of schools in Gaza, as Australian Muslims continue to warn they feel disenfranchised by Labor.

Labor announces new candidates to take on Qld seats

A candidate defeated in the last federal election returns for Labor in the same Queensland seat, with the backing of his "very good friend" the prime minister.

Victorians bear more cost blowouts to public projects

More than 100 Victorian building projects faced cost blowouts after the state government updated its guide to address the risk of price increases.

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'Shocking' report: half of sexual offenders target kids

Sobering statistics have painted a bleak picture of sexual offences across Australia, with men making up the overwhelming majority of perpetrators.

Land council boss referred to corruption watchdog

The chief executive of a Northern Territory land council has been referred to an anti-corruption watchdog for allegedly misusing mining royalties.

Indigenous voice advocates 'not giving up' after defeat

Heartened by the millions of Australians who voted 'yes', advocates of an Indigenous voice to parliament will not give up despite the referendum result.

Biden, NATO members poised to unveil new Ukraine aid

Helping Ukraine in its war against Russia remains top of the agenda for NATO as President Joe Biden hosts the alliance's summit in Washington.

Greyhound welfare claims dog embattled racing industry

The greyhound industry is in fresh turmoil with an investigation looming into claims deaths were hidden and dogs pushed to race at levels causing injuries.

Intervention flagged in 'over the top' city speed drop

A plan to lower speed limits in central Sydney has prompted calls for the NSW government to intervene as the premier warns it's not a country town.

Warnings against 'knee-jerk' response to youth crime

The Victorian government must not let community fears of a crime crisis trigger backward steps on justice reforms, youth groups say.

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