It pains me to say nice things about politicians, but this is a good budget

Treasurer Jim Chalmers says this is the budget that will finally do something to correct “intergenerational unfairness”. In which case, it gets a big tick from me.

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Ten more cruise passengers to be flown to UK for hantavirus monitoring

The passengers from Saint Helena and Ascension Island who were on the MV Hondius will complete their self-isolation in the UK.

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Refs chief Webb confirms grappling consultation

Disallowing West Ham's last-ditch equaliser against Arsenal on Sunday was the right decision, referees' chief Howard Webb says.

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Labor expects more migrants as Coalition, One Nation seek big reduction in numbers

The government expects 35,000 more migrants to stay in Australia this financial year than previously forecast, Tuesday’s budget revealed.

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Labour MPs Move Against Starmer

The number of Labour MPs calling for the prime minister to go increases.

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Rampant fraud to be targeted in budget amid fears of ‘next NDIS’

Fraud poses a persistent problem for the government as Australians look to exploit generous programs after more than a decade of slow growth in living standards and declining trust.

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Rugby Australia boss Phil Waugh addresses Rebels crowd

The sport chief delivered a message of hope and unity even as his board had approved a 'seismic' secret plan to reshape rugby.

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Man charged as three Jewish people assaulted

Two men, aged 58 and 26, and a 53-year-old woman were left with minor injuries from the attack.

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Why NSW is moving the doctor’s office into the preschool playground

Florence Mah is 1744 days into the most important window of her life. As NSW pours millions of dollars into early screening, experts say catching developmental “red flags” at preschool will save a generation from waiting list delays.

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Greece conducts controlled blast of mystery naval drone explosives

The unmanned vessel, suspected to be of Ukrainian origin, was found by fishermen in a cave on Thursday.

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The five ‘Bs’ and three ‘Ts’ at the heart of the Trump-Xi meeting

Donald Trump’s return to Beijing this week takes place in a much different world. But he remains hungry for a trade deal, and China’s military build-up and the future of Taiwan still loom large.

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Vinted harasser jailed for breaking sexual order

A court hears how Darrel Carter sent dozens of messages to female sellers on Vinted.

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Lefties Losing It goes on tour to MAGA-land

Freed from the constraints of its soon-to-be-former name, one of Sky’s biggest segments is planning on taking to the road and delivering what everyone needs: merch.

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Former prince Andrew allegedly threatened by balaclava-clad man

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was out walking his dogs near Sandringham Estate when a man got out of his car and made his way towards him while shouting at him.

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Neymar apologises for slapping teenager Robinho Jr

Neymar apologises to his Santos team-mate Robinho Jr for slapping the teenager during a training session on Sunday, saying he "crossed the line".

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Chalmers to lower deficits amid cabinet frustration over Bullock’s warning

Sources in the government said there was irritation among ministers with Bullock’s decision to weigh into the public debate at such a sensitive moment.

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