Small states’ premiers speak out on Voice as Minns, Andrews hang back

Chris Minns and Daniel Andrews say they support the Voice to parliament. So where are they?

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'Others jumped too, but they didn't make it'

One survivor tells of his escape, another says she was powerless with her children trapped inside.

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What we know so far about school buildings closures

Schools in England have been told to shut buildings made with a type of concrete, unless safety measures are in place.

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Trump pleads not guilty to election interference in Georgia, opts to skip court

The move comes after the former US president was arrested, fingerprinted and had his mugshot taken at the Fulton County jail last week.

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Jonny Wilkinson's 2003 Rugby World Cup winning drop goal

Jonny Wilkinson breaks the hearts of the Wallabies

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Ogmore: 2,000 tyres, 100 trolleys and fridge fished out of river

Up to 100 trolleys, a fridge and traffic cones were also fished out by mud-covered volunteers.

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Qantas, Virgin set for turbulence as government examines domestic airfares

Leading figures including former treasurer Peter Costello and ACCC head Rod Sims have criticised the government’s Qatar Airways decision.

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Will investing in shares affect my pension?

Working out how any potential investments will affect your pension can sometimes be a difficult calculation.

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Watch: BBC gets as close as possible to Prigozhin grave

Russia editor Steve Rosenberg is at the cemetery in St Petersburg where it is believed Prigozhin is buried.

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Linda Burney reveals medical diagnosis ahead of Voice launch

The Indigenous Australians Minister says health issues have altered her voice, but otherwise she is “fighting fit”.

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Malcolm Turnbull, Tanya Plibersek campaign together for Yes vote

The former political foes will be handing out Yes material in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs on Wednesday.

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Emmerich’s daughter watched her dad murder her mum. On Monday, she faced him in court

Emmerich Lasakar was in a relationship with her killer for 16 years and had two daughters with him. They are now being cared for by her sister.

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Gold Coast wants Victoria’s $380m to pay for its 2026 Games bid

Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate wants to put the $380 million that Victorian taxpayers must pay in compensation for cancelling the 2026 Commonwealth Games towards hosting the event in his city.

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Australia knocks back application for diabetes drug that could overshadow Ozempic

Mounjaro is an injectable drug made by pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly, internationally touted as the latest medication transforming weight loss.

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Muddy reveal for mysterious 1820s time capsule

West Point academy unveiled the contents of a nearly 200-year-old lead box. They were unexpected.

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Spanish kiss furore sparks probe as soccer chief’s mother starts hunger strike

Spain’s High Court prosecutor has opened a preliminary investigation into whether Luis Rubiales might have committed an act of sexual aggression.

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How Reserve Bank bosses partied as interest rates rose

In November, Phil Lowe and friends were sipping $68 bottles of Chardonnay after raising interest rates. By December, the RBA was sourcing Christmas party decorations in Kmart.

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Jacksonville shooter, 21, who killed three 'wrote racist manifestos'

The man who shot dead three Black people had a "disgusting ideology of hate", Jacksonville's sheriff says.

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Wallabies suffer fifth straight loss as France make World Cup statement

The Wallabies will begin next month’s Rugby World Cup without a win to their name this year after suffering a 41-17 defeat to France.

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John was sick of wasting time on properties he couldn’t afford. He found a fix

He had been travelling long distances to go to auctions that sold for twice what he expected, then realised there must be a better way.

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Luis Rubiales kissing Jenni Hermoso unleashes social tsunami in Spain

The Spanish FA's president kissing player Jenni Hermoso on the lips has sparked a national conversation.

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The key to getting more people on a bike that motorists hate

Around 60 per cent of Victorians are interested in cycling as a form of transport but are afraid to ride alongside motor vehicle traffic, and separated bike lanes aren’t keeping up.         

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Ukraine in maps: Tracking the war with Russia

Ukraine's "tactically significant" progress in the village is overshadowed by news of the Prigozhin plane crash.

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The never-ending battle behind the scenes for Kooyong

Monique Ryan and her backers say the vibe in Kooyong has changed for the better. Her detractors think she has achieved little.

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The most famous rugby club in Australia hasn’t won a title in 20 years. A former star hopes to change that.

Having played in their last premiership in 2004, Stephen Hoiles is aiming to return the Galloping Greens to Shute Shield glory in the grand final against Norths on Saturday.

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Watch: Putin's first words on plane crash

The Russian president offered "sincere condolences" to the family of those killed in the crash.

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‘Not what emergency care is about’: Major funding shake-up for NSW hospitals

Minister Ryan Park says a royal commission-style inquiry will examine the entire NSW health system, including a root-and-branch review of the state’s hospitals.

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‘A disaster’: Unit rents rising more than seven times as fast as wages

Tenants face a “diabolical situation”, one bank economist warns, made worse by the cost-of-living crisis. Is any relief in sight?

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Hundreds of millions in farms funding in limbo over water stand-off

Victorian farmers will miss out on cash for water-saving infrastructure projects if the Albanese and Andrews governments can’t do a deal.

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Christopher Pyne promises a shoey to NSW Labor MPs

The former defence minister turned lobbyist was at his entertaining best at a Macquarie Street drinks for Labor members.

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The striking Perth mansion fit for a World Cup squad

With an indoor soccer pitch and 14-car garage, is this the finest home ever built in Stirling?

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‘Chinese spy’ targeted thousands over LinkedIn

The alleged spy used several names in attempt to entrap officials and extract state secrets

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Wagner boss Yevgeny Prigozhin on board plane that crashed in Russia, officials say

Russia’s civil aviation authority said the Wagner boss was on the passenger list of a jet which crashed while flying from Moscow to St Petersburg.

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Liberal Party branch to host QAnon believers’ favourite movie

The Willoughby state electorate conference is hosting a screening of Sound of Freedom, a Christian action thriller beloved by Donald Trump and his supporters.

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Magaluf: Men suspected of gang-raping British teen were not all friends

The woman was allegedly forced to have sex and was filmed by the suspected aggressors.

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Former agent who inspired QAnon-linked thriller says critics have agendas

Tim Ballard, who estimates he has gone on “several dozen” missions to rescue sex-trafficked children, has become the face of the surprise box office hit Sound of Freedom.

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Stephen Conroy set to take the baton from Matildas

The former Labor communications minister is likely to become the next chair of the Australian Professional leagues, the body running the A-Leagues.

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Let childminders work in own homes, landlords urged

But the sector says asking landlords to review restrictive contracts will only make a small difference.

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Californian desert under water as Tropical Storm Hilary floods state

The desert city of Palm Springs is clearing up the damage from the storm but remains cut off from the rest of California.

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Concerns grow for dry Gippsland forests as hot summer looms

Parts of Gippsland are at risk of bushfires just four years after Black Summer devastated much of the region.

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A wee message to men: stop peeing in public

The main reason blokes get away with it is that we’re socialised to accept this behaviour.

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PSNI data breach: Man charged over documents linked to FoI

A 50-year-old man is charged with possessing documents or records likely to be useful to terrorists.

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Doctors fear for future of heart surgery at Randwick children’s hospital

They say a NSW government decision to only perform cardiac bypass procedures at Westmead will put critically ill children at risk.

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Man in hospital after fall from cruise ship at Port of Cromarty Firth

The Viking Cruises crew member was airlifted to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary after the incident

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‘Serious challenge’: NSW will struggle to meet new housing targets

NSW is facing a shortfall in the number of houses it delivers, but now has an even more ambitious target under an agreement reached with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

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Rochdale grooming: Five men convicted of historical child sex offences

The men "committed appalling offences for their own sexual gratification" against two teenage girls.

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Alleged $26m Sportsbet fraudster released on bail, new video shows NRL stadium dinner

Ben Carter placed a $37,000 bet on the State of Origin days after learning police were investigating him for allegedly defrauding clients of tens of millions of dollars, a court has heard.

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The Killers booed at Georgia concert after bringing Russian fan on stage

Brandon Flowers asked concert goers to welcome a fan from neighbouring Russia, the band later apologised.

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Clapham stabbing: New images released of homophobic attack suspect

Two men were taken to hospital after being stabbed outside a nightclub in south London.

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Former Royal Marine shot by pirate in Amazon

John Bathgate was hit twice when he was attacked near the Colombian border during a charity expedition.

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There are less painful tools to fix inflation, so why aren’t we using them?

Our politicians and their economic advisers need to find a better way to skin the cat.

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Mother of six-year-old who shot Virginia school teacher pleads guilty

Deja Taylor has reportedly admitted that her gun was stored in a way that the boy could access it.

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‘I need more shoes like this’: AI could be your next shopping assistant

Max Kelsen co-founder Nicholas Therkelsen-Terry says AI isn’t only about efficiency but brings whole new capabilities too.

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More university strike days planned for September

The University and College Union says its marking boycott will also continue at 145 universities.

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Gay couple win damages from Italy's ruling party over ad

The far-right party has been ordered to pay damages over a photo used in an anti-surrogacy campaign.

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And then there were 12: Field of contenders shrinks as AFL finals race heats up

The last fortnight of an intriguing AFL season will decide the composition of the top eight, with half of the spots still up for grabs.

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Non-stop flights v layovers: Which is the best option?

In an age where ultra-long non-stop flights are becoming increasingly common, are there any advantages to breaking your journey with a layover?

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Women's Open: Protestors with flares halt play after making way on to 17th green

Play is halted briefly at the Women's Open in Surrey after protesters with flares make their way on to the 17th green.

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‘We need to talk about surrogacy’: A lifelong friendship and a mission for change

Jennifer McCloy and Edwina Peach have a friendship that is tightly bonded by a surrogacy that gave Edwina the chance to be a mother. They want law change so the opportunity is available to everyone.

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Data theft: Police officers and staff not informed for month

Some 200 people have been affected by the theft of documents and a laptop from a car last month.

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The smart urban tweak that got Sydney dancing in the street

Come sunset, movers and shakers of a different ilk descend on Darling Harbour. Their destination is Moriarty Walk, dubbed Dancers’ Alley.

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Duran Duran's Andy Taylor says cancer drug has given him five more years

Duran Duran's Andy Taylor says innovative prostate cancer treatment has extended his life.

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Caroline Kennedy says alliance won’t sink if Trump elected

The US ambassador says Australia will be able to count on the US as a reliable ally, even if Donald Trump is elected president a second time.

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Traveller Letters: This premium economy seat is well worth the extra cost

“The exorbitant cost of business class to Europe was out of the question. Here’s what I got in premium economy with Emirates.”

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Big freeze drove early humans out of Europe

Severe cold a million years ago forced our ancestors from the continent, but they adapted and returned.

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The Innovators: Jacquie Chan makes Asian food sexy

She is a restless over-achiever and in the parlance of Seinfeld, a fast talker. She has six Perth venues, which will grow to nine by the end of the year. Chan embraces ‘fusion on steroids’.

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Doreen Mantle: One Foot in the Grave actress dies aged 97

Mantle is best known for playing Jean Warboys, the annoying friend of Victor Meldrew's wife, in the BBC comedy.

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Bragg’s Voice could be silenced as Dutton considers tricky reshuffle

The months-long delay in picking a successor has puzzled and irritated some Coalition MPs who believe Assistant Treasurer Stephen Jones is an underperformer.

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Scientists finally identify chicken farmer’s 240 million-year-old fossil

Nearly 30 years ago a retired farmer found a salamander-like prehistoric amphibian in a sandstone block. It hasn’t been formally identified – until now.

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He visited all 195 countries without flying. It nearly broke him

Torbjorn Pedersen took 10 years to travel the world without flying. On several occasions he thought he was going to die.

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To fix things, Albanese will need a degree of courage

This smart, well-intentioned Labor government is discovering that, just as in our dysfunctional university sector, some problems can only be solved by spending a lot of money.

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Is menopause changing my hair?

Many women going through menopause notice change in their hair and scalp. Here’s what you can do.

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Housing may be the third rail for Labor’s second-term pitch

Australia is now less binary, more ternary, which bodes ill for our political duopoly if they continue to get it wrong on housing.

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Pelican missing after being scared by gulls at Blackpool Zoo

The fledgling is missing from Blackpool Zoo after taking to the air when it was startled by seagulls.

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Teachers Federation comrade-in-chief Angelo Gavrielatos to step down

After years of campaigning and midway through an intense pay row with his Labor allies, Gavrielatos is finally ready to retire.

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William Friedkin: Director of The Exorcist and The French Connection dies aged 87

His Oscar-winning career spanned six decades and also included crime thriller The French Connection.

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Spanish renewables giant sounds stark warning on Australian projects

It is the builder of Australia’s biggest wind farm, and its CEO says bad behaviour within the renewable sector could put community support for future projects at risk.

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Slovenia floods 'worst-ever natural disaster'

The extreme flooding in Slovenia has caused millions of dollars worth of damage and killed at least three people.

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Two international cricketers joined a suburban T20 league. Now they are going to court

It may not rival the lucrative IPL, but the Aussie Cricket League has high hopes of carving out a place in the Twenty20 cricketing landscape in suburban Melbourne. The competition’s bat sponsor is now in a court row with two Pakistan cricketers.

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Wales 20-9 England: Warren Gatland's side defeat disappointing England in warm-up

Wales enjoy victory in the opening World Cup warm-up game against England in Cardiff to leave Steve Borthwick mulling over Monday's tournament selection.

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Foxes and rabbits and deer, oh my! Invasive pests on the march in Melbourne

They are causing environmental destruction and scaring some residents into staying inside, as the pests use the Yarra River as a highway to push further into suburbia.

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Florida deputy jumps onto a speeding runaway boat

Dramatic bodycam footage captures a Florida deputy's daring leap onto an out-of-control vessel

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What are semiconductors and how are they used?

Governments around the world are scrambling to boost semiconductor production.

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Lizzo says she’s ‘not the villain’ after dancers’ sexual harassment allegations

Three of the Grammy winner’s former backup dancers made numerous allegations including sexual, religious and racial harassment, disability discrimination, assault and false imprisonment.

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Big builders on edge about risk of delays to Metro West contracts

The government has been warned that construction companies can’t afford to have staff “sitting twiddling their thumbs” while waiting for contracts to be awarded.

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Tube mishap sees train pull into abandoned station

A Jubilee line train stopped at a station which has not been used by passengers for 25 years.

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Eastern extension of $25 billion Metro West line back on drawing board

Transport officials have been told to provide urgent advice to the government on a “potential eastern extension” to Australia’s biggest public transport project.

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Firefighter misses his retirement party to rescue calves

Colleagues of Commander John Holmes were planning to toast his retirement after 42 years of service.

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