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School funding deal still doesn't add up for big states

School funding deal still doesn't add up for big states

State governments and the education union urge greater federal school funding as the minister looks to pave the way for a new deal in parliament.

Australia urged to press Chinese premier on security

Australia urged to press Chinese premier on security

Australia urged to press Chinese premier on security

Australia urged to press Chinese premier on security

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has touched down in Laos, where he will meet with the Chinese premier against the backdrop of security tensions and trade bans.

Trump rejects Fox News invitation to debate Harris

Trump rejects Fox News invitation to debate Harris

Trump rejects Fox News invitation to debate Harris

Trump rejects Fox News invitation to debate Harris

There will be no second US presidential debate after Donald Trump rejected an invitation from Fox News to face Kamala Harris again.

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Record $8m payout for abuse victim of infamous school

Record $8m payout for abuse victim of infamous school

A Victorian public school sexual abuse survivor has reached a record $8 million settlement with the education department, closing the book on a 50-year quest.

Early budget points to likely May federal election

Early budget points to likely May federal election

The 2025 schedule for federal parliament has revealed possible timings for the next election, following an earlier than usual budget

Thousands of Aussies yet to upgrade as 3G closure looms

Thousands of Aussies yet to upgrade as 3G closure looms

Telstra and Optus are calling on Australians to "check your tech" in the final weeks before the 3G network closes, with thousands still using outdated phones.

Public servants to face fines if robodebt happens again

Public servants to face fines if robodebt happens again

Public servants and agency bosses who thwart independent investigations into their work could soon be fined thousands of dollars.

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Japan's new PM calls a snap election

Japan's new PM calls a snap election

Japan's new PM calls a snap election

Japan's new PM calls a snap election

New Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has dissolved the lower house of parliament to set up an October 27 snap election.

International sector should grow despite unis' concerns

International sector should grow despite unis' concerns

International sector should grow despite unis' concerns

International sector should grow despite unis' concerns

A Senate report on international student caps says the sector must be allowed to grow sustainably despite concern about limits from major universities.

Falling apprentice numbers a worry for housing targets

Falling apprentice numbers a worry for housing targets

Falling apprentice numbers a worry for housing targets

Falling apprentice numbers a worry for housing targets

Lacklustre trade apprenticeship numbers do not bode well for an industry short of the manpower to meet national home-building targets.

PM maintains Lebanon ceasefire call as US backs Israel

PM maintains Lebanon ceasefire call as US backs Israel

PM maintains Lebanon ceasefire call as US backs Israel

PM maintains Lebanon ceasefire call as US backs Israel

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has stood by his call for a ceasefire in Lebanon after a senior US official expressed support for a limited Israeli incursion.

'Handmaid's Tale': abortion law repeal call slammed

'Handmaid's Tale': abortion law repeal call slammed

'Handmaid's Tale': abortion law repeal call slammed

'Handmaid's Tale': abortion law repeal call slammed

The heat is on Queensland's opposition leader as a conservative crossbench vows to challenge abortion laws in the likely event of a change in government.

Man dead after being shot in car stolen from MP's home

Man dead after being shot in car stolen from MP's home

Man dead after being shot in car stolen from MP's home

Man dead after being shot in car stolen from MP's home

Homicide Squad detectives will review a fatal police shooting which occurred during a search for a car stolen from an MP's home.

Hands off: Labor eyes privatisation fight over NBN

Hands off: Labor eyes privatisation fight over NBN

Hands off: Labor eyes privatisation fight over NBN

Hands off: Labor eyes privatisation fight over NBN

The federal opposition has been challenged to reveal its position on the future of the $51 billion NBN after Labor introduced laws to keep it publicly-owned.

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Prosperity and climate action can go hand-in-hand

An Australian-hosted global summit has been told that protecting nature and combating climate change aren't the enemies of financial prosperity.

East Timor firm in gas pipe wrangle, may look elsewhere

East Timor is threatening to accept Chinese or Kuwaiti investment in a gas field if an agreement can't be reached with Australia, which remains its preference.

ASEAN leaders to tackle Myanmar crisis and disputed sea

A worsening civil war in Myanmar and rising tensions over the South China Sea are top of the list for Southeast Asian leaders meeting in Laos.

Crackdown on landing slots to have airport flying high

New powers are in the pipeline designed to crack down on the major airlines hoarding slots and freezing out the competition at Sydney Airport.

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Premier faces outcry after flagging limits on protests

Muslim faith leaders and the union movement have spoken against the idea of limiting recurring protests that stretch police resources floated by a premier.

'A cry for change': senator unveils new political party

Former Labor senator Fatima Payman has issued a call to disenfranchised and "unheard" Australians to join her in shaking up the two-party system.

Cyber security reform to learn from past data breaches

An overhaul of Australia's cyber security framework will give the nation the right settings to deal with emerging threats, the government says.

'No reprisals': Lib leader pledges mercy if coup fails

Victoria's embattled Liberal leader denies running the numbers amid moves to overthrow him after he and a colleagues' dirty laundry was aired in open court.

Under-pressure police ditch tasks due to staff shortage

Non-core police jobs including welfare checks will be shunned by some NSW police officers as the state government struggles to fix widespread vacancies.

Time for a check-up: hospitals not yet climate ready

All-electric hospitals could cut emissions by using clean energy under a proposed retrofit that would also keep services on during power cuts and catastrophes.

Former military lawyer to appeal leaked docs conviction

Former military lawyer David McBride has been granted leave to appeal against his convictions for leaking secret documents.

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