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'We're taking him home': Aboriginal stockman's remains repatriated
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'We're taking him home': Aboriginal stockman's remains repatriated

The remains of Aboriginal stockman Thomas Cowell, who died over 65 years ago, are being repatriated to Witjira…

5/25/2026 · 4 min read · 40 views
China launches astronauts into space amid new race to Moon
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China launches astronauts into space amid new race to Moon

China has successfully launched three astronauts into space as part of its Shenzhou-23 mission, aimed at studying the…

5/25/2026 · 5 min read · 42 views
Gold medallist who endured 16 surgeries in 9 months hangs up oars
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Gold medallist who endured 16 surgeries in 9 months hangs up oars

Nikki Ayers, a celebrated Australian Paralympian, has announced her retirement from rowing after a remarkable career.…

5/25/2026 · 4 min read · 38 views
Push for law change that could keep Baden-Clay behind bars for longer
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Push for law change that could keep Baden-Clay behind bars for longer

Proposed changes to Queensland's parole laws could extend the time dangerous criminals, including Gerard Baden-Clay,…

5/25/2026 · 4 min read · 44 views
Football Australia reeling as staff review reveals 'toxic, chaotic' culture
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Football Australia reeling as staff review reveals 'toxic, chaotic' culture

Football Australia is facing significant internal changes following a staff review that revealed a 'toxic, chaotic and…

5/25/2026 · 4 min read · 33 views
LIVE: Court details the moment Dezi Freeman shot killed two police officers
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LIVE: Court details the moment Dezi Freeman shot killed two police officers

A coronial inquest is examining the events surrounding the shooting of two police officers by Dezi Freeman. The…

5/25/2026 · 4 min read · 36 views
Magnussen flops at Enhanced Games, finishes last
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Magnussen flops at Enhanced Games, finishes last

James Magnussen experienced a disappointing debut at the Enhanced Games, finishing last in the men's 100-metre…

5/25/2026 · 3 min read · 47 views
Did the Giants just end the Lions' AFL premiership hopes?
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Did the Giants just end the Lions' AFL premiership hopes?

The Greater Western Sydney Giants delivered a stunning performance against the Brisbane Lions, defeating the two-time…

5/25/2026 · 10 min read · 26 views
When will Hormuz reopen? The major sticking points in US-Iran talks
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When will Hormuz reopen? The major sticking points in US-Iran talks

US-Iran negotiations are facing significant challenges, particularly regarding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz…

5/25/2026 · 6 min read · 36 views
Breaking: Second person with diphtheria dies in the NT amid ongoing outbreak
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Breaking: Second person with diphtheria dies in the NT amid ongoing outbreak

A second person has died from diphtheria in the Northern Territory, marking a significant health concern. The…

5/25/2026 · 2 min read · 34 views
Surfing event in NZ issued 'code red' after animal attacks photographer
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Surfing event in NZ issued 'code red' after animal attacks photographer

A pro surfing event in New Zealand was temporarily halted after a photographer was attacked by an animal, suspected to…

5/25/2026 · 3 min read · 40 views
Australian passenger recounts terror during turbulent flight
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Australian passenger recounts terror during turbulent flight

A Cathay Pacific flight from Brisbane to Hong Kong experienced severe turbulence, injuring ten people onboard.…

5/25/2026 · 4 min read · 36 views
Death of 'drongo': Are Aussie insults and swearwords dying out?
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Death of 'drongo': Are Aussie insults and swearwords dying out?

Linguists have observed that younger Australians are using insults and swearwords differently than older generations.…

5/25/2026 · 5 min read · 42 views
Turnbull says independent party could fill 'vacuum' in Australian politics
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Turnbull says independent party could fill 'vacuum' in Australian politics

Former Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull suggests that independent and teal MPs could fill a political void left by the…

5/25/2026 · 5 min read · 46 views
How a container of hot chocolate put the spotlight on airport security
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How a container of hot chocolate put the spotlight on airport security

Australian airport security is facing scrutiny following a false alarm at Avalon Airport. A bomb squad investigation…

5/25/2026 · 6 min read · 31 views
McLaren 'looked like idiots', Brit feels fate is ruining his F1 title dream
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McLaren 'looked like idiots', Brit feels fate is ruining his F1 title dream

Oscar Piastri expressed frustration with McLaren's decision to use intermediate tyres during the Canadian Grand Prix,…

5/25/2026 · 6 min read · 33 views
Live: Spy chief to front Bondi attack royal commission
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Live: Spy chief to front Bondi attack royal commission

The Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion is holding hearings focused on the Bondi terror attack. ASIO…

5/24/2026 · 3 min read · 23 views
Travis Head and wife Jess cop social media abuse after IPL on-field incident
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Travis Head and wife Jess cop social media abuse after IPL on-field incident

Travis Head and his wife Jess have faced significant social media abuse following an on-field incident with Indian…

5/24/2026 · 4 min read · 26 views
Man killed in alleged hit-and-run on Perth freeway, accused driver charged
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Man killed in alleged hit-and-run on Perth freeway, accused driver charged

A 22-year-old man was killed in an alleged hit-and-run incident on the Mitchell Freeway in Perth. The accused driver,…

5/24/2026 · 2 min read · 36 views
Ukrainian star fights back tears after missile almost hits family home
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Ukrainian star fights back tears after missile almost hits family home

Marta Kostyuk experienced an emotional victory at the French Open after learning that a missile nearly hit her family…

5/24/2026 · 5 min read · 26 views
When and how to watch State of Origin Game I between the Blues and Maroons
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When and how to watch State of Origin Game I between the Blues and Maroons

The men's State of Origin series kicks off with Game I on Wednesday night in Sydney. Queensland, the defending…

5/24/2026 · 4 min read · 62 views
Australian MLB star nails monster 125m home run in Guardians win
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Australian MLB star nails monster 125m home run in Guardians win

Travis Bazzana, an Australian MLB player, hit a remarkable 125-meter home run during the Cleveland Guardians' victory…

5/24/2026 · 4 min read · 35 views
Live: ASX 200 set to rise after Dow closes at record high, Brent Crude eases
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Live: ASX 200 set to rise after Dow closes at record high, Brent Crude eases

The ASX 200 is anticipated to rise following a record high close for the Dow Jones. Futures indicate a positive…

5/24/2026 · 3 min read · 34 views
Farmers fight battery storage proposals on agricultural land
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Farmers fight battery storage proposals on agricultural land

Farmers in Gippsland are opposing proposals for battery energy storage systems on agricultural land. The local council…

5/24/2026 · 6 min read · 46 views
Live: Greens open to CGT inquiry as party takes 'wait and see' approach to tax overhaul
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Live: Greens open to CGT inquiry as party takes 'wait and see' approach to tax overhaul

The Greens have indicated a willingness to consider an inquiry into the government's proposed changes to the capital…

5/24/2026 · 6 min read · 28 views
Manual cars 'a dying race' but new drivers are not giving them up
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Manual cars 'a dying race' but new drivers are not giving them up

Manual cars are becoming increasingly rare, yet some new drivers still pursue manual licenses. Young women, in…

5/24/2026 · 5 min read · 34 views
'Killing me inside': The legacy of government policies and stolen kids
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'Killing me inside': The legacy of government policies and stolen kids

Aunty Bronwyn Smith, a Stolen Generations survivor, shares her traumatic experience of being forcibly removed from her…

5/24/2026 · 7 min read · 29 views
Iran briefing: 'Toll booth' trouble remains as Trump says deal 'largely' done
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Iran briefing: 'Toll booth' trouble remains as Trump says deal 'largely' done

The ongoing negotiations between the United States and Iran remain unresolved, despite claims from President Trump…

5/24/2026 · 6 min read · 26 views
'More imaginative than Bays West': New waterfront Sydney suburb needs a name
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'More imaginative than Bays West': New waterfront Sydney suburb needs a name

The NSW government is seeking public input to rename the new Bays West precinct, a 77-hectare waterfront suburb in…

5/24/2026 · 6 min read · 29 views
Yasmin went to court to see her rapist jailed. That's not what happened
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Yasmin went to court to see her rapist jailed. That's not what happened

Yasmin, a Canberra woman, was shocked when her rapist received a light sentence instead of jail time. Despite her…

5/24/2026 · 7 min read · 29 views
First Australian activist detained from Gaza flotilla returns home
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First Australian activist detained from Gaza flotilla returns home

Gemma O'Toole, the first Australian activist detained during the Global Sumud Flotilla, has returned to Australia. She…

5/24/2026 · 5 min read · 47 views
Truro businesses call for certainty on freight bypass project
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Truro businesses call for certainty on freight bypass project

Truro businesses are seeking clarity on the Greater Adelaide Freight Bypass Project, which aims to divert heavy…

5/24/2026 · 6 min read · 31 views
Unlocking Australia's 'distinctive strength' in the early hours
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Unlocking Australia's 'distinctive strength' in the early hours

Australia has a unique strength in early morning trading, particularly in cities like Brisbane and Perth. Research…

5/24/2026 · 7 min read · 36 views
Top spy boss first witness as antisemitism royal commission resumes
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Top spy boss first witness as antisemitism royal commission resumes

The Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion resumes with top spy boss Mike Burgess as the first witness.…

5/24/2026 · 5 min read · 33 views
Coronial inquest into Porepunkah police shootings set to begin
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Coronial inquest into Porepunkah police shootings set to begin

The coronial inquest into the Porepunkah police shootings is set to begin today in the Coroners Court of Victoria. The…

5/24/2026 · 3 min read · 40 views
Tottenham saves EPL status with win as West Ham goes down
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Tottenham saves EPL status with win as West Ham goes down

Tottenham Hotspur secured their place in the English Premier League with a crucial 1-0 victory over Everton. West Ham…

5/24/2026 · 4 min read · 36 views
Quiz: Will you land a knockout punch on this week's history round?
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Quiz: Will you land a knockout punch on this week's history round?

This week's history quiz challenges participants to test their knowledge of historical events. The quiz is part of a…

5/24/2026 · 2 min read · 37 views
Trump's deal making leaves Iran in the driver's seat and Israel more vulnerable
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Trump's deal making leaves Iran in the driver's seat and Israel more vulnerable

Donald Trump's recent deal-making with Iran has shifted the balance of power in the region, leaving Israel more…

5/24/2026 · 7 min read · 27 views
Head of Victoria's new childcare watchdog vows to protect kids
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Head of Victoria's new childcare watchdog vows to protect kids

Wendy Steendam has been appointed as the head of Victoria's new childcare regulator, the Victorian Early Childhood…

5/24/2026 · 4 min read · 39 views
Scientist 'shocked' $300m irrigation scheme pushing ahead without studies
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Scientist 'shocked' $300m irrigation scheme pushing ahead without studies

The Greater South East Irrigation Scheme in Tasmania is set to supply significant water resources to farming areas,…

5/24/2026 · 6 min read · 39 views
Turkish police raid opposition party HQ, fire tear gas at supporters
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Turkish police raid opposition party HQ, fire tear gas at supporters

Turkish police raided the headquarters of the opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) in Ankara, using tear gas and…

5/24/2026 · 5 min read · 33 views
The once-promising AFL player hitting home runs in US Major League
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The once-promising AFL player hitting home runs in US Major League

Curtis Mead, a former AFL player, is now making a name for himself in Major League Baseball with the Washington…

5/24/2026 · 5 min read · 49 views
Why global conflict is reshaping Australian politics
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Why global conflict is reshaping Australian politics

The ongoing war in Iran is significantly impacting Australian consumers, leading to rising prices and economic…

5/24/2026 · 6 min read · 38 views
The link between terrorism and DV could be key to preventing homicide
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The link between terrorism and DV could be key to preventing homicide

A new research project in Australia aims to prevent domestic homicides by applying counter-terrorism strategies to…

5/24/2026 · 9 min read · 26 views
Not moving jobs, states or starting businesses: Data says Australians are stuck
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Not moving jobs, states or starting businesses: Data says Australians are stuck

Economic data indicates that Australians are increasingly reluctant to change jobs, start businesses, or relocate.…

5/24/2026 · 7 min read · 34 views
The migration maths behind the housing crisis is not what politicians claim
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The migration maths behind the housing crisis is not what politicians claim

Angus Taylor's proposal to link immigration numbers to housing construction may not effectively reduce migration as…

5/24/2026 · 7 min read · 35 views
How these people's lives have changed since quitting alcohol
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How these people's lives have changed since quitting alcohol

Many individuals have shared their positive experiences after quitting alcohol, highlighting improvements in health…

5/24/2026 · 5 min read · 35 views
The generational housing clash reaches a bloody end in this new film
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The generational housing clash reaches a bloody end in this new film

The film 'Birthright' explores the generational clash over housing amid Australia's affordability crisis. Directed by…

5/24/2026 · 13 min read · 34 views
Live: F1 faces threat of first wet race in new era, Piastri starts fourth
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Live: F1 faces threat of first wet race in new era, Piastri starts fourth

Oscar Piastri will start fourth in the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix, alongside his McLaren teammate Lando Norris. The…

5/24/2026 · 3 min read · 36 views
Aussie the first winner at French Open after injury retirement
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Aussie the first winner at French Open after injury retirement

James Duckworth has advanced to the second round of the French Open after his opponent Gabriel Diallo retired due to…

5/24/2026 · 3 min read · 26 views

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