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High Court blocks Russian bid to keep embassy site

High Court blocks Russian bid to keep embassy site

The High Court has rejected efforts by Russian diplomats to hold on to their Canberra embassy site following a federal eviction.

Australia's $110m boost in military support for Ukraine

Australia's $110m boost in military support for Ukraine

Australia's $110m boost in military support for Ukraine

Australia's $110m boost in military support for Ukraine

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a $110 million package of support as Ukraine seeks to fend off a faltering Russian invasion.

Labor luminary Simon Crean loved family and nation

Labor luminary Simon Crean loved family and nation

Labor luminary Simon Crean loved family and nation

Labor luminary Simon Crean loved family and nation

Former Labor leader Simon Crean, who died aged 74, will be remembered in a state funeral, as leaders from across politics pay tribute to the union stalwart.

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Search for freedom continues after refugees find safety

Search for freedom continues after refugees find safety

Two women who arrived in Australia seeking protection have reflected on their search for freedom and safety.

Nationals MPs deny Littleproud leadership challenge

Nationals MPs deny Littleproud leadership challenge

Barnaby Joyce and former resources minister Keith Pitt have denied preparing to challenge David Littleproud for the Nationals leadership.

Fast-tracked rebuild planned for Murray flood victims

Fast-tracked rebuild planned for Murray flood victims

The South Australian government will streamline planning rules to allow people impacted by the River Murray flooding over summer to rebuild more quickly.

Empathy and respect urged for Aussie veterinarians

Empathy and respect urged for Aussie veterinarians

The South Australian government has thrown its support behind a campaign to boost respect and stop abuse directed at veterinarians and vet staff.

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Ex-MP Daryl Maguire charged over NSW council inquiry

Ex-MP Daryl Maguire charged over NSW council inquiry

Ex-MP Daryl Maguire charged over NSW council inquiry

Ex-MP Daryl Maguire charged over NSW council inquiry

Former NSW premier Gladys Berejiklian's one-time boyfriend Daryl Maguire faces more charges days before ICAC releases the findings into another inquiry.

Minimum wage not enough to get by: Anglicare

Minimum wage not enough to get by: Anglicare

Minimum wage not enough to get by: Anglicare

Minimum wage not enough to get by: Anglicare

A full-time minimum wage worker has $57 left after essential weekly expenses, according to a new report by Anglicare Australia.

Cost-of-living relief on the way for some households

Cost-of-living relief on the way for some households

Cost-of-living relief on the way for some households

Cost-of-living relief on the way for some households

A pay rise for aged care workers, cheaper childcare and energy bill relief are set to come into effect at the start of the new financial year.

Simon Crean, Labor 'loyal servant', dead at 74

Simon Crean, Labor 'loyal servant', dead at 74

Simon Crean, Labor 'loyal servant', dead at 74

Simon Crean, Labor 'loyal servant', dead at 74

ACTU president-turned-Labor party leader Simon Crean is being remembered as principled and admirable by parliamentary colleagues after his death at 74.

Australians can vote with facts, not fear, on voice: PM

Australians can vote with facts, not fear, on voice: PM

Australians can vote with facts, not fear, on voice: PM

Australians can vote with facts, not fear, on voice: PM

Despite polling showing a slip in support for the Indigenous voice to parliament, the prime minister remains optimistic that a referendum can succeed.

Promise for renters' rights to be on national agenda

Promise for renters' rights to be on national agenda

Promise for renters' rights to be on national agenda

Promise for renters' rights to be on national agenda

As national cabinet prepares to consider how to improve renters' rights, the federal government has ruled out price caps after its housing fund was deferred.

Long odds for Labor at 'unnecessary' by-election: PM

Long odds for Labor at 'unnecessary' by-election: PM

Long odds for Labor at 'unnecessary' by-election: PM

Long odds for Labor at 'unnecessary' by-election: PM

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has criticised former Liberal minister Stuart Robert for resigning 'under a cloud' and triggering an 'unnecessary' by-election.

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'Time to deliver' on battery supply chain promises

Despite surging global demand, a treasure trove of clean energy minerals is yet to be designated critical commodities by the Australian government.

Pace of inflation slowdown major drawcard this week

A new round of numbers from the nation's statistics bureau should paint a picture of Australia's inflationary environment and consumer spending behaviour.

First Nations Ambassador learning how to be a diplomat

Australia's inaugural First Nations Ambassador Justin Mohamed, who started in April, has a lot of issues on his agenda from human rights to climate change.

Putin says rebels will face 'inevitable punishment'

Russian President Vladimir Putin has called a rebellion by the Wagner mercenary army a "betrayal" and says the rebels will face "inevitable punishment".

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Protesters tell PM to keep hands off Russian embassy

Protesters have marched on Kirribilli House demanding that moves to block a new Russian embassy near the heart of Australian government be scrapped.

Top NSW Liberal undecided on Voice to Parliament

NSW Liberal leader Mark Speakman is undecided about whether to support the Indigenous voice to parliament ahead of a referendum to alter the Constitution.

PM sees Voice poll slip but says 'yes' vote still high

Anthony Albanese has batted away a poll showing a slip in the 'yes' vote for the voice while the opposition has trumpeted its "principled decision" to fight it.

Govt will keep watch on childcare fees through changes

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says the government will continue to monitor childcare fees as cost relief measures for families come into effect on July 1.

Australian government sanctions three MH17 culprits

The federal government has imposed targeted financial sanctions and travel bans on three people involved in the downing of Malaysia flight MH17.

Former Labor cabinet minister condemns $368b AUKUS deal

Midnight Oil frontman and ex-Labor cabinet minister Peter Garrett has condemned Australia's new security deal with the United States and United Kingdom.

Premier admits more work to do selling stadium deal

Tasmania's premier has appeared before an inquiry examining the planning behind a controversial $715 million waterfront stadium in Hobart.

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