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Funding shortfall sees regional galleries eyeing cuts

Funding shortfall sees regional galleries eyeing cuts

Regional galleries provide cultural hubs, support artists and attract tourists. More than a dozen of them have missed out on vital NSW government funding.

Activists demand Gaza ceasefire and no war on Iran

Activists demand Gaza ceasefire and no war on Iran

Activists demand Gaza ceasefire and no war on Iran

Activists demand Gaza ceasefire and no war on Iran

Protesters have once again filled the streets of a major Australian city, rallying in support of Palestinians and calling for an immediate ceasefire.

The $45,000 golden prescription to heal rural health

The $45,000 golden prescription to heal rural health

The $45,000 golden prescription to heal rural health

The $45,000 golden prescription to heal rural health

A country town is offering $45,000 and a "concierge" service to lure city doctors to the bush, as strategies to train rural GPs show early signs of success.

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YouTube in frame for youth ban after safety spin claims

YouTube in frame for youth ban after safety spin claims

The online watchdog has launched its case for YouTube to be included in a "world-leading" social media ban for kids as the platform fights for its exemption.

Vulnerable migrants having abortions due to visa fears

Vulnerable migrants having abortions due to visa fears

There is an "unseen population" of working migrants seeking urgent reproductive healthcare in rural areas, an inquiry into modern slavery has been told.

'Crime talk' and fear fuel punitive views in the bush

'Crime talk' and fear fuel punitive views in the bush

People in rural Australia want tougher penalties for criminals, with "significant" punitive views influenced by fear and a lack of trust in the justice system.

Sport clubs step up to tackle violence culture

Sport clubs step up to tackle violence culture

Research has found domestic, family and sexual violence are interlinked with sport, prompting a push to get clubs to influence better behaviour.

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'Accountability' at heart of low public sector pay gaps

'Accountability' at heart of low public sector pay gaps

'Accountability' at heart of low public sector pay gaps

'Accountability' at heart of low public sector pay gaps

Gender pay gaps at public sector employers have been revealed for the first time, with the data showing many have a gap much lower than the private sector.

Google offers AI tools to automate that personal touch

Google offers AI tools to automate that personal touch

Google offers AI tools to automate that personal touch

Google offers AI tools to automate that personal touch

Users of Google products could allow AI to personalise email replies and more with their own tone and style by allowing it to peer into their private data.

Brittany Higgins slams anti-discrimination law pause

Brittany Higgins slams anti-discrimination law pause

Brittany Higgins slams anti-discrimination law pause

Brittany Higgins slams anti-discrimination law pause

Former Liberal staffer Brittany Higgins has blasted a state's decision to pause landmark anti-discrimination law changes.

No penalty for bookmaker that targeted problem gamblers

No penalty for bookmaker that targeted problem gamblers

No penalty for bookmaker that targeted problem gamblers

No penalty for bookmaker that targeted problem gamblers

People on the gambling self-exclusion register were sent marketing messages by an online bookmaker, but it will not be penalised, the industry regulator says.

Dark side of young people's phone habit revealed

Dark side of young people's phone habit revealed

Dark side of young people's phone habit revealed

Dark side of young people's phone habit revealed

Online tracking and monitoring have become common among family and friends but a study suggests the practice could pose problems in romantic relationships.

New Pope vows to bring light to world's 'dark nights'

New Pope vows to bring light to world's 'dark nights'

New Pope vows to bring light to world's 'dark nights'

New Pope vows to bring light to world's 'dark nights'

Leo XIV has pledged to help the Catholic Church be an "ark of salvation" as he celebrated his first mass as pontiff and as history's first US pope.

AFL dream 'will end' without pro-stadium vote

AFL dream 'will end' without pro-stadium vote

AFL dream 'will end' without pro-stadium vote

AFL dream 'will end' without pro-stadium vote

The AFL aspirations of a state will be "over" if a parliamentary vote doesn't give the green light to a controversial waterfront stadium.

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Public service child abuse reports spike after inquiry

An inquiry into child sexual abuse in institutions has resulted in a substantial rise in misconduct allegations against public servants.

Bots influencing election discussion on social media

Nearly one in five accounts discussing Australia's election analysed on a major social media platform were found to be fake, sparking disinformation concerns.

Working women key to future economic growth: bank boss

Australia has made significant strides to improve gender equity and increase female participation but the Reserve Bank's head says there is more to be done.

Door ajar for 'fast-tracked' AFL stadium process

Tasmania's premier is seeking advice on alternative ways to progress the state's AFL stadium, after a report outlined cost blowouts and a tight time frame.

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S'Korean inquiry finds adoption program rife with abuse

A South Korean commission has found the country violated its children’s human rights by facilitating a foreign adoption program rife with fraud and abuse.

Budget fails on new money for violence against women

Anti-family violence groups working with men to put an end to the issue have slammed the lack of new funding for measures in the federal budget.

First homebuyers, renters centrepiece of housing pledge

First homebuyers and renters struggling to find a home are being offered some hope in a budget that bakes in $33 billion in measures to improve affordability.

Differences should be source of strength: King Charles

King Charles will use Commonwealth Day to urge nations around the world to come together in uncertain times in the spirit of friendship.

Most workers feel overwhelmed by AI but bosses want it

Four out of every five Aussie workers are overwhelmed by changes at work but most executives want to use artificial intelligence to create bigger transitions.

Why the next big AI advance will not just talk but walk

Humanoid robots that can help at home or work are becoming tech firms' next big investment following breakthroughs in artificial intelligence.

Robodebt: corruption watchdog to investigate six people

Six public servants involved in the robodebt disaster will be investigated for possible corrupt conduct, offering hope to victims of the illegal welfare scheme.

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