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Thu, 21 Jul 2022 04:04:36 +0000
'China won't let up': Beijing ramps up campaign against AUKUS nuclear submarine deal
A new report out of Beijing declares the AUKUS nuclear submarine project is a grave risk to non-proliferation and warns that Australia may be intent on developing nuclear weapons.

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 02:31:05 +0000
Former treasurer Josh Frydenberg lands a job with Goldman Sachs
Former treasurer Josh Frydenberg lands a new job with investment bank Goldman Sachs two months after losing his seat at the federal election.

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 02:48:42 +0000
If you started working from home during COVID, it might be time to review your insurance
Thousands of Australians may be taking out insurance that isn't valid because they run a side business from home, but what if you work from a home office?

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 04:09:23 +0000
Mother finds it's cheaper to fly interstate with kids for bulk-billing doctor than visit her local one
It sounds bonkers, but for Tasmanian mum Bec Haight, it's cheaper for her to fly her family to Melbourne than to be seen by a doctor in her home city.

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 03:36:40 +0000
Former TV reporter Trent Evans jailed over alcohol-fuelled crash that killed his friend
Trent Evans was jailed for a minimum of five years over a car crash in Burnley, in Melbourne's inner-east, which killed his friend Rex Willox in 2021.

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 06:05:08 +0000
'Shouldn't be paying to keep coal and gas': Green energy backers attack capacity market proposal
Renewable energy advocates are warning against locking in extra payments for coal and gas, saying it could derail the switch to clean power.

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 01:59:32 +0000
You asked our experts your budgeting questions. Here's what they said
Feeling the pinch when paying for groceries, petrol or bills? We had three experts join us to answer your budget questions. This is what they had to say.

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 07:07:11 +0000
Police officer charged with 58 child abuse material offences indicates he will plead guilty
In a statement, NT Police said the man had resigned from the force.

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 02:54:53 +0000
Your cup of coffee may cost '50 or 80c' more, as milk price rises hit cafes
It's good news for dairy farmers, but coffee drinkers will need to fork out more for their favourite blend.

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 07:36:50 +0000
Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi resigns after coalition falls apart
Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi hands his resignation to President Sergio Mattarella after his unity government fell apart, plunging the country into political turmoil and hitting financial markets.

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 03:36:07 +0000
About 15,000 Russians killed in Ukraine war, CIA believes
Russia classifies its military deaths as a state secret but the CIA estimates that although both sides have suffered significant casualties, Ukraine has had fewer troops killed.

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 04:14:46 +0000
New South Wales COVID-19 deaths increase by 50 per cent in one week
As COVID-19 cases surge across the country, new data shows the number of deaths recorded in New South Wales increased by almost half in the space of seven days.

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 23:53:43 +0000
Australia records over 80 COVID-19 deaths, more than 5,000 people in hospital with virus
Here's a quick wrap-up of today's COVID-19 statistics from each Australian jurisdiction.

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 01:12:08 +0000
'Nothing really surprised me with John': Second Barilaro staffer gives evidence at inquiry into New York job
A former staff member of John Barilaro tells an inquiry into the former NSW deputy premier's appointment as a trade commissioner to the US that he has never worked with someone so "keen and ambitious".

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 07:34:36 +0000
Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate engaged in misconduct by interfering with disciplinary proceedings, tribunal finds
The council watchdog finds Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate engaged in misconduct, ordering him to make a public admission on his Facebook page and pay two fines.

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 07:31:22 +0000
Sam Kerr adds US award to long list of accolades
After a stellar season, Kerr is named the best international athlete in women's football at the ESPY in the United States.

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 23:48:25 +0000
Does the Reserve Bank work for Australians or global finance? We might be about to find out
The Reserve Bank of Australia, like many central banks, targets inflation. For the first time since it started doing that, the government is asking whether it actually works, writes Gareth Hutchens.

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 04:49:29 +0000
Port Hedland grieves death of three children as investigation into house fire continues
The tight-knit community of Port Hedland mourns the loss of three young children found dead following a house fire as their mother is flown to Perth for specialist treatment after receiving injuries from the blaze. 

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 04:18:45 +0000
'Surprised he hasn't drowned': Inquest hears officers swearing and laughing in bodycam video
Several family members cried and left the court room when police bodycam footage was played during the inquest into an Aboriginal man's death.

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 03:05:02 +0000
MPs and ordinary voters no longer have a say in who becomes Britain's next PM. Here's what happens next
Only a small section of the British public will decide who gets to lead the country following Boris Johnson's resignation. So who are they and who will they vote for?

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 07:45:52 +0000
US authorities offer reward in hunt for man wrongly released over shooting Lady Gaga's dog walker
US authorities offer a $US5,000 ($7,200) reward in return for information about the man who allegedly shot singer Lady Gaga's dog walker and stole her two French bulldogs last year. 

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 05:11:39 +0000
Planes grounded, roads closed as strong winds and heavy rain lashes New Zealand
Severe weather warnings are in place for parts of New Zealand, with 9m waves recorded off Wellington and heavy snow forecast for parts of the country.

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 06:19:56 +0000
'A very big sheep': Australia's most expensive merino ram in decades sells for $115,000
A South Australian breeder sells a ram for what he says is Australia's highest price for a merino or poll merino in more than 30 years, with a private sale fetching $115,000 for the 178-kilogram sheep.

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 19:00:00 +0000
Feeling lonely working from home? Researchers know the 'magic ratio' of days in the office versus days at home
Research has shown we need to feel connected for psychological growth. This can come from working in the office alongside others. 

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 18:59:34 +0000
China establishes new minerals giant to gain leverage on Australian exporters
China's government has established a new minerals giant that will purchase iron ore from abroad on behalf of Chinese steel producers — a move seen as an attempt to gain long-term leverage in price negotiations with Australian exporters. ...



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