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Youth crime wave fears blamed for bail law delay

Youth crime wave fears blamed for bail law delay

The Victorian government has eased its push for high-profile law reforms, delaying the presumption of bail for children to avoid community backlash.

New forensic lab inquiry delving deeper into Project 13

New forensic lab inquiry delving deeper into Project 13

New forensic lab inquiry delving deeper into Project 13

New forensic lab inquiry delving deeper into Project 13

A new inquiry is being held into Queensland's beleaguered forensic lab after criticisms and allegations about DNA extraction methods known as Project 13.

Allan ghosted Games organisers' bid for budget boost

Allan ghosted Games organisers' bid for budget boost

Allan ghosted Games organisers' bid for budget boost

Allan ghosted Games organisers' bid for budget boost

The Victorian government was warned of skyrocketing cost pressures on delivering the 2026 Commonwealth Games five months before it officially pulled the plug.

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Qld fast-tracks youth remand centre after criticism

Qld fast-tracks youth remand centre after criticism

Facing criticism for allowing youths to be detained in watchhouses, the Queensland government will fast-track the construction of a juvenile remand centre.

'People want to kill me': Thorpe hits out at Nazi video

'People want to kill me': Thorpe hits out at Nazi video

Lidia Thorpe says she has been in exile for months but has come out swinging after a video was sent to her of a neo-Nazi burning an Aboriginal flag.

Quicker refugee claims process to snuff out false ones

Quicker refugee claims process to snuff out false ones

The Albanese government is cracking down on false asylum claims by boosting the resources of the bodies that assess refugee protection applications.

Libs limp on as new fights loom for minority government

Libs limp on as new fights loom for minority government

Tasmanian's minority Liberal government has avoided a snap election but will face further challenges when parliament resumes.

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Neo-nazis and extremists a concern ahead of voice vote

Neo-nazis and extremists a concern ahead of voice vote

Neo-nazis and extremists a concern ahead of voice vote

Neo-nazis and extremists a concern ahead of voice vote

Home Affairs Minister Clare O'Neil says she is "really worried" about the risks neo-Nazi groups and extremists pose in the lead-up to the voice referendum.

Australia rejoins global climate fund initiative

Australia rejoins global climate fund initiative

Australia rejoins global climate fund initiative

Australia rejoins global climate fund initiative

Australia will make a 'modest contribution' to the Green Climate Fund after a five-year absence, which will help developing nations respond to climate change.

Image of King Charles on Australian coins unveiled

Image of King Charles on Australian coins unveiled

Image of King Charles on Australian coins unveiled

Image of King Charles on Australian coins unveiled

An effigy of King Charles III is ready to circulate on Australian coins, starting with the $1 coin later this year.

Internal Liberal brawl beckons over free Senate spot

Internal Liberal brawl beckons over free Senate spot

Internal Liberal brawl beckons over free Senate spot

Internal Liberal brawl beckons over free Senate spot

A former Liberal treasurer considered a frontrunner for a free Senate spot is being told to brace for a tighter-than-expected race.

Tax cuts not 'all or nothing' in mooted middle ground

Tax cuts not 'all or nothing' in mooted middle ground

Tax cuts not 'all or nothing' in mooted middle ground

Tax cuts not 'all or nothing' in mooted middle ground

The Australia Institute has proposed changes to looming tax cuts to reduce bracket creep and improve the budget bottom line.

Bill shock set to continue amid immense energy change

Bill shock set to continue amid immense energy change

Bill shock set to continue amid immense energy change

Bill shock set to continue amid immense energy change

Volatility has eased after the energy shocks of past years but cost pressures remain and progress on new assets has stalled, an energy market update shows.

Judge angry at Trump lawyers' 'ridiculous' questioning

Judge angry at Trump lawyers' 'ridiculous' questioning

Judge angry at Trump lawyers' 'ridiculous' questioning

Judge angry at Trump lawyers' 'ridiculous' questioning

Donald Trump is back at his New York civil fraud trial for a third day, with the judge becoming frustrated by the former US president's lawyers.

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ACCC calls for crackdown to stop lithium battery fires

A report has urged the federal government to improve the disposal of lithium-ion batteries to prevent the growing number of fires being caused by the product.

US army shake-up provides challenges for Australia

Australia and America need to work together to counter heightened tensions in the Pacific, including boosting the use of super-fast, long-range missiles.

Renters hit affordability limit as pace of growth eases

Australian renters are getting closer to the maximum they can afford, with as many as 70,000 rentals needed to bring the market into a healthier balance.

Wide disparity in gender pay gap across businesses

Australia has made steady progress on closing the gender pay gap but it has started to stall, with some businesses taking leaps and others doing the minimum.

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Armenian PM to attend EU talks despite Azeri refusal

Azerbaijan's president will reportedly not take part in a planned European Union meeting to discuss the conflict over the region of Nagorno-Karabakh in Spain.

Quantum leap at forefront of Palaszczuk's state address

Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has announced a $76 million strategy investment to advance quantum technology, embracing a "new frontier".

Snap election stand-off ends as sacked minister quits

Tasmania's former attorney-general will quit parliament, ending a stand-off with Premier Jeremy Rockliff that could have triggered an early election.

Companies surprisingly busy despite slowing economy

The Australian services sector continues to bring in a lot of new business even as interest rates remain high and consumers start to pull back.

Lawyers hired weeks before 2026 Comm Games cancellation

The Victorian government hired lawyers to seek advice on withdrawing from hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games four weeks before its cancellation decision.

Victorian treasurer admits sparking tax firestorm

Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas concedes he created a "firestorm of interest" when he announced tax reforms directly to the development industry.

ASIC in 'shameful' conduct towards farmers over banks

The corporate regulator has failed to investigate cases of alleged misconduct by banks against Australian farmers, a parliamentary committee has been told.

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