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Crowd map to try and make public spaces safer for women

Crowd map to try and make public spaces safer for women

An interactive map will pinpoint the public places where safety is an issue across NSW after a survey found two-in-three women don't feel safe after dark.

Responsibility not to 'politicise' conflict: Albanese

Responsibility not to 'politicise' conflict: Albanese

Responsibility not to 'politicise' conflict: Albanese

Responsibility not to 'politicise' conflict: Albanese

The federal government is facing questions over its approach to the Hamas-Israel conflict and calls for a ceasefire.

A 140km trip for childcare as rural families miss out

A 140km trip for childcare as rural families miss out

A 140km trip for childcare as rural families miss out

A 140km trip for childcare as rural families miss out

A shortage of childcare and early education services across the regions is leaving parents, children and entire communities behind, a national report shows.

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Cashless pokie trial flush with club and pub volunteers

Cashless pokie trial flush with club and pub volunteers

Ten times the planned number of poker machines have been nominated for a cashless gaming trial in NSW, but critics say an expansion will lead to more delays.

Australian home buyers feeling affordability crunch

Australian home buyers feeling affordability crunch

Not since the late 1980s has it been this challenging for couples with full time wages to service the mortgage on new properties.

Millions in rent relief for WA tenants 'doing it tough'

Millions in rent relief for WA tenants 'doing it tough'

The WA government will spend $24.4 million helping tenants at risk of eviction from private rentals keep a roof over their heads with payments of up to $5000.

Life expectancy dropped in Australia during COVID

Life expectancy dropped in Australia during COVID

The life expectancy of Australians dipped during the COVID-19 pandemic, but statisticians say it's nothing to worry about.

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J.K. Rowling chided for 'unfounded' claim on SA courts

J.K. Rowling chided for 'unfounded' claim on SA courts

J.K. Rowling chided for 'unfounded' claim on SA courts

J.K. Rowling chided for 'unfounded' claim on SA courts

Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling has "misunderstood" a courts practice note on pronoun use, South Australia's top judge says.

WA town stops playing Wiggles to deter rough sleepers

WA town stops playing Wiggles to deter rough sleepers

WA town stops playing Wiggles to deter rough sleepers

WA town stops playing Wiggles to deter rough sleepers

The City of Bunbury has stopped playing the Wiggles' song Hot Potato on loop to deter homeless people from congregating in a park after the band objected.

Religious school backtracks on same-sex formal ban

Religious school backtracks on same-sex formal ban

Religious school backtracks on same-sex formal ban

Religious school backtracks on same-sex formal ban

Sydney girls' school St Ursula's College has removed a ban on same-sex couples at its year 12 formal after a petition garnered nationwide attention.

Prevention better than cure to close rural health gap

Prevention better than cure to close rural health gap

Prevention better than cure to close rural health gap

Prevention better than cure to close rural health gap

A study of 66,000 private health patients in regional Australia has mapped out the rates of chronic disease and revealed poor access to specialist care.

'It is 2023': Schools minister pans same-sex formal ban

'It is 2023': Schools minister pans same-sex formal ban

'It is 2023': Schools minister pans same-sex formal ban

'It is 2023': Schools minister pans same-sex formal ban

School students should not face discrimination on the basis of their sexuality, says the man overseeing the bulk of public funding for Catholic schools.

From spoilt and selfish to valued: new verdict on kids

From spoilt and selfish to valued: new verdict on kids

From spoilt and selfish to valued: new verdict on kids

From spoilt and selfish to valued: new verdict on kids

Adults are seeing Australian children in a new light, in a dramatic shift from descriptions of spoilt, selfish and lazy that prevailed just seven years ago.

Phone tower sell-off may affect rural mobile coverage

Phone tower sell-off may affect rural mobile coverage

Phone tower sell-off may affect rural mobile coverage

Phone tower sell-off may affect rural mobile coverage

The consumer watchdog has found mobile companies face several commercial barriers to expanding coverage in the bush.

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Businesses urged to step up for disability inequality

With inequality persisting for Australians living with disabilities, businesses are being urged to do their part and create more inclusive workplaces.

Indigenous voice campaigners lash referendum 'no' vote

After a week of silence, Indigenous voice campaigners have accused referendum 'no' voters of committing a "shameful act" in rejecting the constitutional change.

Lack of dental care leaves DV survivors missing teeth

Difficulties accessing dental care means survivors of domestic violence may be forced to live without teeth for years while on waitlists for dentures.

Jewish leaders call for unity on Hamas hostage release

Jewish leaders are urging the Australian government to continue to advocate for the release of hundreds of people being held hostage in Gaza.

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Unity, peace edict issued as Palestine protesters rally

All hate speech, including anti-Semitism and Islamophobia, must be condemned, the foreign minister says as Israel-Palestine tensions simmer in Australia.

Police seek CBD protesters as more marches planned

Police have released images of a man they are seeking from pro-Palestine protests in Sydney's CBD after violent scenes.

El Nino summer taking more of a toll on homeless

As hundreds prepare to walk a week in a rough sleeper's shoes, a charity warns rising costs and climate change are making life on the streets even tougher.

Historic disability report a path to 'inclusive future'

Disability advocates have welcomed the release of a landmark report into failures in the sector and vow to use it to start a journey towards a fairer society.

Country students carry heavy burden as costs rise

University students from rural areas are being pushed to the brink as they work full-time hours to support their studies and manage rising costs.

Bank closures 'sad and frustrating' for rural towns

Junee fought back when the Commonwealth Bank prepared to close the only bank in the NSW Riverina town, an inquiry has been told.

Banks push back on mandates to stay in rural Australia

Increasing branch closures across rural Australia have raised the possibility of forcing banks to operate a minimum number of country outlets.

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