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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
National
Martin Farrer

Morning Mail: Albanese’s defence ploy, Modi may lose majority in surprise result, Djokovic down and out in Paris

Military helicopter on air carrier deck
Crossbenchers could get a seat on a powerful new defence strategy committee. Photograph: LSIS Matthew Lyall/ADF/AP

Morning everyone. The prime minister is hoping to use the offer of a seat on a powerful new defence committee as leverage with independents in future crossbench negotiations, our top story reveals.

Plus, read our exclusive on how fast food outlets are getting “covert marketing” into the news.

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