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Birth, deaths and marriages: we all have them, which is why they should be protected

Why does Victoria’s Births, Deaths and Marriages registry matter? Civil registrations are the most important documents created about you by the state: they certify your existence in time and place, your citizenship, your marital status, your parenthood, your entitlement to inherit. All of these things also affect your partners and…

The Conversation · Sep 6, 2024

Migration remains a hot-button issue. But Australia should be careful not to throw the baby out with the bathwater

If the problem we’re trying to solve is housing undersupply, then planning and tax policies, not migration, should be where the focus is

The Guardian - AU · Sep 5, 2024

Australia thought it was done with Trump, now the US treaty ally is readying for his possible return

Canberra is focused on what a second Trump presidency could mean for Aukus – its deal to acquire nuclear-powered submarines

The Guardian - AU · Sep 5, 2024

Juan Mata Signs With Western Sydney Wanderers For A-League Season

Juan Mata, a World Cup-winner, joins Western Sydney Wanderers for the A-League Men season, bringing experience and high expectations to Australian football.

Top News · Sep 5, 2024

Bahrain frustrate Socceroos in shock qualifier loss

An own goal after 89 minutes has helped Bahrain to a shock victory over the Socceroos on the Gold Coast to begin the third round of World Cup qualification.

AAP · Sep 5, 2024

Australia Tops Global Gambling Losses With $1,635 Per Person, New Report Finds

The report also highlighted that the government's previous efforts to impose a ban were thwarted by powerful vested interests, which led to Australians losing a staggering $24 billion to gambling in 2020-21.

International Business Times · Sep 5, 2024

Indonesia will deport ex-Philippine town mayor accused in Manila of cybercrimes

Indonesia has agreed to deport a dismissed Philippine town mayor accused in Manila of helping establish an illegal online gaming and scam center and evading an investigation by the Philippine Senate

The Independent UK · Sep 5, 2024

More golden glory as Parker wins para-cycling road race

Lauren Parker is Australia's first dual-sport gold medallist in 48 years after her latest victory in the cycling road race added to her triathlon crown.

AAP · Sep 5, 2024

England blow as Jos Buttler setback rules captain out of T20 series against Australia

Plans for comeback in Lancashire’s clash with Sussex shelved due to calf problem

Evening Standard · Sep 5, 2024

England captain Jos Buttler ruled out of T20 series against Australia

Phil Salt is stepping up to lead the side.

The Independent UK · Sep 5, 2024