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Albo’s MAFS nod during brutal swipe
The PM has unleashed on the relationship between the Liberals and Nationals, which has been fraught with drama after the Coalition’s historic split.
NewsWire
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NZ’s $2.5 billion shoddy building bill: how to fix the ‘build now, fix later’ culture
Fixing defective buildings shaves billions off GDP and has stalled construction industry productivity for decades. A better quality management regime is the answer.
The Conversation
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A knock-off Pynchon without the punchline: George Saunders’ Vigil falls flat
Vigil shies away from elaborating on the perils of its subjects: late capitalism and the climate apocalypse.
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One Nation soars over estranged coalition bedfellows
A big shift in conservative politics follows the coalition's dramatic split as rivals jostle for leadership and analysts wonder how permanent the move will be.
Australian Associated Press
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Leader chaos, beer tax to dominate Canberra
MPs and senators are flocking to Canberra for the first sitting fortnight of the year. Here’s what to expect.
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2yo, teen fight for life after house fire
A two-year-old and a teenager are in a “life-threatening” condition following a house fire, with two other teens also taken to hospital.
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Kmart confirms controversial new measure being rolled out 'in line' with Coles and Woolworths
It's the latest Australian retailer to adopt the technique.
Yahoo News Australia
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Sunrise host floored by Barnaby prediction
The New England MP has given an ominous warning of more chaos to come as parliament returns for the first sitting fortnight of the year.
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Discovery 'hidden in plain sight' reveals incredible truth about Australia
The discovery is more than 230 million years old.
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Fresh surge for Hanson as Ley in free fall
New polling spells trouble for the former Coalition parties, as the popularity of the once-fringe One Nation surges.
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New Aussie road marking 'forcing' drivers to 'behave differently'
They're used around the world, and now more have appeared on Australian roads.
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Shots fired outside Melbourne home
Police have swarmed to a quiet suburb in Melbourne after shots were fired outside a home.
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Your say: week beginning February 2
On interest rate rises, keeping cool and ending migraines: an edited selection of your views.
EntertainmentGay ice-hockey players, lesbian space princesses, and cute dogs: what to watch in February
This month, our experts are loving shows and films from Australia, Canada, the United States and Korea.
- Science
Household rat poisons found to be ‘unacceptable risk’ to native animals. So why aren’t they banned?
Native predators like owls and goannas are dying from eating poisoned rats and mice. Wildlife experts are shocked the government won’t ban these toxic compounds.
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Why the Voice referendum failed – and what the government hasn’t learned from it
Both over-confident and under-prepared, the government has kept repeating its mistakes, diminishing the chances of meaningful reform in the process.
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‘I had a recurring dream I was shot in the head’: school principals say violence is normal in their jobs
Principals’ jobs have always been stressful. But research suggests the role is becoming more difficult and increasingly unsustainable.
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The only remaining US-Russia nuclear treaty expires this week. Could a new arms race soon accelerate?
The demise of the treaty will bring a definitive and alarming end to nuclear restraint between the two nuclear powers.
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Residents call out 'missed opportunity' at eerie site 100m from Coles and Kmart
The old Forges site is one of several around a Melbourne suburb that has fallen into ruin.
- Celebrity
Wife’s touching tribute to Labor figure
The wife of a Labor figure who died after being allegedly attacked outside a nightclub has penned a touching tribute and shared her next steps following his death.
- News
Albo’s major call on Trump’s proposal
The Prime Minister has remained tight-lipped on Donald Trump’s invite to join his controversial Board of Peace.
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View from The Hill: New poll brings dreadful news for Ley, another boost for One Nation
As the polls slump continues for the Liberals, Angus Taylor is semi-openly rounding up the numbers to challenge Sussan Ley’s leadership.
- Politics
Clive Palmer’s shock mention in Epstein files
Clive Palmer has cropped up in the messages of disgraced American financier Jeffrey Epstein.
- News
Major issue on Aussie property costing owner $300,000 a year: ‘Numbers have become stronger’
Footage of the animals storming through a paddock in board daylight stunned the third-generation farmer.
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Charity founder denies dozens of sexual assault charges
A well-known charity founder has strenuously denied sexual assault allegations after he was charged with more than 50 offences.
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Activists vow 'uncomfortable' trip for Israel president
Australia's pro-Palestine movement is attempting to turn up the heat on the Albanese government ahead of Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit.
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'Equality is non-negotiable': pride on show in streets
Thousands have taken part in the Midsumma Pride March, celebrating LGBTQI arts and culture as a premier pledges to stand with the queer community.
- News
Victim relief as key sentencing test to be abolished
People convicted of a crime will no longer receive lesser sentences because they are of "good character" in a seismic change to deliver more justice to victims.
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Aus blasts foreign regime on grim date
A leading Australian figure has unleashed on a military regime five years after it toppled the democratically elected government.
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Major NSW courts rule to be scrapped
Convicted offenders in NSW will soon be unable to rely on a key type of evidence during sentencing, under major new reforms.
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‘Huge’ explosion injures 5 at holiday spot
A gas explosion at a popular holiday park has injured at least five people, including two young children, with emergency services rushing to the scene.
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Judge’s surprise nod to Aussie classic
An ACT judge has delivered a surprise nod to an Australian cult classic, quoting a “pithy one-liner” during a verdict on human rights.
- News
American expat praises brilliant Aussie beach feature: 'Pleasantly surprised'
'Of course Australians do that,' the shocked woman said after learning what they were for.
- News
‘Failed’: Rebel MP’s big Coalition demand
The Nationals backbencher challenging David Littleproud’s leadership has made a bold declaration about Sussan Ley’s future too.
- News
‘Incredibly lucky’: MP’s huge health update
NSW’s deputy leader has delivered a big update on her return to work after being diagnosed with breast cancer in June last year.
- News
Aussie state on alert for major disease
Thousands of people are at risk of catching an infectious disease, after it was revealed there were more than 20 exposure sites in one state.
- News
Emotional scenes as shark victim honoured
A heartbroken coastal community has paid tribute to a 12-year-old boy who was fatally mauled by a shark in Sydney Harbour.
- Business
Why some economists go against the flow on RBA rate bet
The Reserve Bank is widely tipped to become the first major central bank on Tuesday to U-turn from rate cuts to rate hikes in the post-COVID inflation era.
- Business
Why Trump’s new pick for Fed chair hit gold and silver markets – for good reasons
Though Trump clearly remains sceptical of central bank independence, his appointment of Warsh suggests he recognises the importance Fed credibility.
- News
Second note ‘sheds light’ on tragedy
Police discovered a second note at a Perth home where a family of four died in a suspected murder-suicide, revealing the parents planned their deaths together.
- News
Grieving family’s war on coward punches
Parents of a 19-year-old who lost his life to a coward punch 10 years ago have been using their grief to shift attitudes towards violence in Aussie schools.
- News
Woolworths shoppers use 'very clever' store feature: 'Makes everyone's day'
A common theme has been revealed after Woolworths staff shared screenshots of nice notes from customers.
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'Loved life': mass paddle-out for young shark victim
A community paddle-out for a boy killed in a shark attack has turned into an emotional tribute for the beloved young surfer.
- News
Charisma is king as premier eyes another landslide
A new Liberal leader is just weeks away from a daunting election challenge against a premier whose charismatic leadership has captivated his state.
- News
Camper's close call near creek sparks warning to Aussies: 'Be careful'
The man and a relative were just about to let their dogs go for a dip in the water when they made the startling discovery.
- Business
Wine and taxes: only one certainty for small producers
When is a farm not a farm? Some producers are finding out the hard way as they're unexpectedly hit with hefty land tax bills, sparking calls for change.
- News
Major change as 'easy' Aussie driver's licence loophole closes from February 1
A loophole in Australia's driver's licensing system has closed overnight.
- News
Two men found dead in home
Police have found the bodies of two 28-year-old men at a property in Sydney’s northwest, with circumstances still under investigation.
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Man allegedly tried to lure young actors
The reason why a man allegedly tried to lure young actors by posing as a fake casting agent and falsifying documents has been revealed.
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Search for tourist paused amid wait for ID of remains
A search in Tasmania's wilderness has been paused after a second day of scouring for items linked to missing Belgian woman Celine Cremer.
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