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Australia sues 3M for record $2bn sum over Pfas ‘forever chemicals’ in firefighting foam

Federal government seeks damages from multinational manufacturer over contamination at defence sites in its largest legal claim ever

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Australia sues consumer goods giant 3M over 'forever chemicals'

Australia is suing US company 3M for AU$2 billion. The lawsuit concerns contamination from firefighting foam containing 'forever chemicals' at military bases. The government seeks to recover costs for managing environmental damage. This is Australia's most significant legal action of its kind. 3M denies wrongdoing and states it stopped selling…

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What is the Sex Discrimination Act and how does it protect people?

The Sex Discrimination Act is currently in the news following the outcome of a high-profile court case reaffirming transgender rights in Australia.

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Wild weather unleashes thunderstorms across south-east Australia, triggering flash flooding

Wet weather batters parts of Queensland, NSW and Tasmania amid warnings of heavy falls on Friday

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QLD:Notorious pedophile fights 'excessive' life sentence

A bid to slash an "excessive" life sentence has been launched by one of Australia's worst pedophiles who was jailed for 307 child sexual offences.

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Notorious pedophile fights 'excessive' life sentence

A bid to slash an "excessive" life sentence has been launched by one of Australia's worst pedophiles who was jailed for 307 child sexual offences.

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Pacific island climate fund invests in fossil fuels

SYDNEY - A trust fund set up to help a South Pacific island nation gravely threatened by climate change has invested in coal mining, gas exploration and the world’s largest crude oil refinery, an AFP investigation has revealed.

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Budget was the right call on housing, but it ignored the first rule of business

Opinion | 'Discouraging entrepreneurs from taking risks is a major misstep.'

Newcastle Herald

Healthy soil can protect land from soaring heat. But our map shows where soil is suffering

Imagine walking into a double-brick house on a scorching 40°C summer day – it feels cool almost straight away. Now imagine stepping into a corrugated tin shed – it feels like an oven. The difference is simple: some materials slow heat down, while others let it rush through.

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Government to sue chemical giant 3M for PFAS contamination damages

The Australian government is suing US chemical giant 3M for $2 billion for damages caused by PFAS products.

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Duckworth rues missed opportunities against new Rafa

Australian tennis veteran James Duckworth was left frustrated that he didn't take his chances against one of the sport's bright new stars.

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How to watch ‘Criminal Minds: Evolution’ season 4 online — stream the long-running procedural drama from anywhere

The crime-drama just keeps on going as we show you how to watch "Criminal Minds: Evolution" season 4 online from anywhere in the world, including for just $1.

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Game changers: how a rainy week led a frustrated Don Bradman to reinvent cricket

Sir Donald Bradman needs little introduction.

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Resilient forgotten generation is coping, not thriving

Generation X, which sits between Baby Boomers and Millennials, are the subject of a new Australian study into how they feel about their financial future.

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FED:Australia sues firm for billions over forever chemicals

The government is making its "largest legal claim ever" against a multinational company after 28 defence bases were contaminated with "forever chemicals".

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Manufacturer gears up for $2b 'forever chemicals' fight

Australia is seeking billions in damages from a leading manufacturer, claiming it concealed information over the risks of PFAS-containing firefighting foam.

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FED:Returned 'ISIS bride' charged with terrorism offences

A member of the so-called "ISIS bride" cohort who recently returned to Australia has been charged with terrorism offences.

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Bail bid by terror-accused 'ISIS bride' to be with kids

A woman linked to Islamic State who has been living in the community after returning to Australia will seek release on bail so she can care for her children.

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Regional families hit hardest as cost-of-living pressures collide with travel needs for specialist care

SYDNEY, May 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Regional and rural families are bearing a disproportionate cost if their child needs specialist medical care, with new research from Ronald McDonald House Australia highlighting how distance and rising living costs can compound an already challenging time for families.As cost-of-living pressures continue to be…

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