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Huge support for Indigenous voice despite lost vote

Huge support for Indigenous voice despite lost vote

A majority of Australians think First Nations people should get a say on issues affecting them, raising questions about Labor's model for the voice.

Optus inquiry to zero in on emergency calls, complaints

Optus inquiry to zero in on emergency calls, complaints

Optus inquiry to zero in on emergency calls, complaints

Optus inquiry to zero in on emergency calls, complaints

The federal government has announced the terms of reference for its review of this month's Optus outage, with a focus on emergency calls and consumers.

Cultural stigma holds workplaces back as pay gap falls

Cultural stigma holds workplaces back as pay gap falls

Cultural stigma holds workplaces back as pay gap falls

Cultural stigma holds workplaces back as pay gap falls

An increase in the number of women in leadership roles has helped reduce the gender pay gap but cultural change is needed to eliminate it entirely, data shows.

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Last state opens door to dignified death laws

Last state opens door to dignified death laws

A sombre celebration will be held by voluntary assisted dying campaigners as NSW becomes the last state to enact the powers for terminally ill people.

Double jeopardy bill tops Queensland parliament sitting

Double jeopardy bill tops Queensland parliament sitting

Bills that broaden the scope for double jeopardy and allow DNA samples to be retained longer form part of a busy final week of Queensland parliament.

'Missing chapter' of history honoured after 80 years

'Missing chapter' of history honoured after 80 years

The greatest loss of life in Australia's maritime history will be commemorated nine months after the shipwreck's discovery and 80 years after its sinking.

Strict new conditions for detainees pass lower house

Strict new conditions for detainees pass lower house

Amendments to laws keeping tabs on people released from immigration detention have passed the House of Representatives.

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Victorian government delays apology to care leavers

Victorian government delays apology to care leavers

Victorian government delays apology to care leavers

Victorian government delays apology to care leavers

Premier Jacinta Allan was scheduled to formally say sorry to past care leavers on behalf of the Victorian government but the apology has been pushed back.

UK central banker nabbed to take over as RBA deputy

UK central banker nabbed to take over as RBA deputy

UK central banker nabbed to take over as RBA deputy

UK central banker nabbed to take over as RBA deputy

Bank of England's Andrew Hauser will be the next deputy governor of Australia's central bank, bringing a "fresh, global perspective" to the key institution.

Wong welcomes hostages being freed, calls for peace

Wong welcomes hostages being freed, calls for peace

Wong welcomes hostages being freed, calls for peace

Wong welcomes hostages being freed, calls for peace

Foreign Minister Penny Wong has welcomed the release of more Israeli hostages and more humanitarian aid being delivered to Gaza.

Financial hardship creeping into higher income brackets

Financial hardship creeping into higher income brackets

Financial hardship creeping into higher income brackets

Financial hardship creeping into higher income brackets

More Australians are struggling to meet financial obligations such as paying for food and basic goods, mortgage repayments, or funding an emergency.

'Scapegoating' of soldiers motivation for McBride leaks

'Scapegoating' of soldiers motivation for McBride leaks

'Scapegoating' of soldiers motivation for McBride leaks

'Scapegoating' of soldiers motivation for McBride leaks

The reasons David McBride leaked information revealing alleged war crimes have been questioned, but a secret document has shone a light on his decision.

Australian super funds invest big in UK energy switch

Australian super funds invest big in UK energy switch

Australian super funds invest big in UK energy switch

Australian super funds invest big in UK energy switch

IFM Investors will pour billions into clean energy and large infrastructure projects in the United Kingdom via an agreement with the UK government.

Election probe calls for more politicians in Canberra

Election probe calls for more politicians in Canberra

Election probe calls for more politicians in Canberra

Election probe calls for more politicians in Canberra

The number of senators in the ACT and Northern Territory should be doubled and voting enrolment extended, a review into the 2022 federal election has found.

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Farmers and scientists at odds over Murray Darling plan

Farmers are fuming over a new deal struck between Labor and the Greens to try and keep the Murray Darling Basin plan afloat, while scientists welcomed the news.

Murray-Darling Basin plan to remain afloat under deal

The Albanese government and the Greens have announced a deal to ensure a multi-billion dollar plan for the Murray-Darling Basin doesn't sink.

Increased oversight in Sydney Metro amid alleged fraud

The results of investigations into bullying and fraud allegations at Australia's largest transport project won't be made public for some time.

Australia-India trade deal not sealed ahead of deadline

Australia is trying to negotiate a better deal for its agricultural products under an agreement with India, as the nation tries to reduce dependence on China.

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Katter wants to toss King off coins, use local heroes

Australia should to scrap images of British monarchs on coins and replace them with national identities, a federal MP says.

Home affairs boss Pezzullo sacked after leaked texts

Powerful public servant Mike Pezzullo has been sacked after the publication of leaked texts containing gossip and criticism of ministers.

Teenage smoking rates 'incredibly worrying': experts

Though vaping and e-cigarettes have taken over the public health spotlight, experts say the government must continue pushing tobacco legislation.

Teachers face wrath over Palestine action in schools

Education union members have been condemned by the Victorian government for calling on teachers and staff to invite Palestine advocates to speak at schools.

Sharma picked for ex-foreign minister's Senate seat

Liberal Party members in NSW have selected Dave Sharma to replace former foreign minister Marise Payne in the Senate, pipping favourite Andrew Constance.

Labor's poll slump linked to cost of living pressures

Newspoll suggests support for the Labor government has taken a hit and it is tied with the coalition on a two-party preferred basis.

Terrorist slur on young boy amid rising Islamophobia

The use of a terrorist slur against a year six student in Sydney amid a rise in Islamophobia is a major concern, NSW Premier Chris Minns says.

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