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2,000 Years On: The Tradition That Continues to Roar Right on Our Doorsteps
‘When those drums start playing, I feel a really strong sense of familiarity, and I would say a sense of home,’ says Gabriel Yakub.
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US Man Linked to Police Killings Sentenced to 3 Years’ Jail
An American man in communication with an Australian trio who gunned down 2 police officers has been sentenced in an Arizona court.
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Australian Postal Service Flags Another Price Increase, This Time for Stamps
The basic postage fee for small letters is expected to rise from $1.70 to $1.85, as Australia Post cites falling volumes and a $230.4 million loss in 2025.
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What the New Opposition Leader Said About Immigration, Net Zero
‘We take the Liberal Party forward, not left, not right,’ said new Deputy Leader Jane Hume.
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Security Bill Expands ASIO Questioning Warrants, Removes Sunset Clause
A sunset clause is a built-in expiry date that forces parliament to revisit extraordinary powers and decide whether they should continue.
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PM Pledges $87 Million for Stolen Generations on Anniversary of National Apology
The move comes on the 18th anniversary of Kevin Rudd’s national apology.
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New Opposition Leader Vows Immigration Cut in 1st Speech
The move comes amid a surge in support for One Nation.
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More Than 22,000 ‘Serious Incidents’ Recorded at Australian Childcare Services
Two deaths in early childhood centres were also recorded, as per the report.
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Queensland Opens up ‘Singapore-Sized’ Region for Oil Exploration
The Queensland state government has granted permission for gas and oil exploration over a 750 km stretch of land.
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Sussan Ley Quits After 25 Years, Says She‘ll Step Away ’Comprehensively’
Sussan Ley says she will step away ‘comprehensively from public life’ and return to her passion in aviation.
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49-Year-Old Australian Barbecue Chain Enters Receivership, 500 Staff at Risk
The company operates 68 stores owned by the company and 27 franchise stores, with 500 staff across the country.
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Angus Taylor Wins Leadership of Australia's Centre-Right Liberal Party in Landslide
Angus Taylor defeated Sussan Ley 34–17.
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Queensland to Track Youth Offenders With GPS Ankle Monitors
Queensland will allow youth offenders to be GPS tracked while on bail, in a new law passed through state parliament.
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Commissioner Says Police Not Targeting Any Religion During Protest Response
Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon apologised for any offence taken, and says the broader situation needed to be considered.
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Israeli President Cancels Visit to Melbourne Synagogue Over Security Concerns
Local members of the synagogue expressed disappointment with the decision, saying that calling it “a shame” would be an understatement.
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2,000 Years On: The Tradition That Continues to Roar Right on Our Doorsteps
‘When those drums start playing, I feel a really strong sense of familiarity, and I would say a sense of home,’ says Gabriel Yakub.
|
US Man Linked to Police Killings Sentenced to 3 Years’ Jail
An American man in communication with an Australian trio who gunned down 2 police officers has been sentenced in an Arizona court.
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Australian Postal Service Flags Another Price Increase, This Time for Stamps
The basic postage fee for small letters is expected to rise from $1.70 to $1.85, as Australia Post cites falling volumes and a $230.4 million loss in 2025.
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What the New Opposition Leader Said About Immigration, Net Zero
‘We take the Liberal Party forward, not left, not right,’ said new Deputy Leader Jane Hume.
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Security Bill Expands ASIO Questioning Warrants, Removes Sunset Clause
A sunset clause is a built-in expiry date that forces parliament to revisit extraordinary powers and decide whether they should continue.
|
PM Pledges $87 Million for Stolen Generations on Anniversary of National Apology
The move comes on the 18th anniversary of Kevin Rudd’s national apology.
|
New Opposition Leader Vows Immigration Cut in 1st Speech
The move comes amid a surge in support for One Nation.
|
More Than 22,000 ‘Serious Incidents’ Recorded at Australian Childcare Services
Two deaths in early childhood centres were also recorded, as per the report.
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Queensland Opens up ‘Singapore-Sized’ Region for Oil Exploration
The Queensland state government has granted permission for gas and oil exploration over a 750 km stretch of land.
|
Sussan Ley Quits After 25 Years, Says She‘ll Step Away ’Comprehensively’
Sussan Ley says she will step away ‘comprehensively from public life’ and return to her passion in aviation.
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49-Year-Old Australian Barbecue Chain Enters Receivership, 500 Staff at Risk
The company operates 68 stores owned by the company and 27 franchise stores, with 500 staff across the country.
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Angus Taylor Wins Leadership of Australia's Centre-Right Liberal Party in Landslide
Angus Taylor defeated Sussan Ley 34–17.
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Queensland to Track Youth Offenders With GPS Ankle Monitors
Queensland will allow youth offenders to be GPS tracked while on bail, in a new law passed through state parliament.
|
Commissioner Says Police Not Targeting Any Religion During Protest Response
Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon apologised for any offence taken, and says the broader situation needed to be considered.
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Israeli President Cancels Visit to Melbourne Synagogue Over Security Concerns
Local members of the synagogue expressed disappointment with the decision, saying that calling it “a shame” would be an understatement.
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