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OPINION - If Britain wants to avoid energy-driven inflation again, we need to invest in natural gas

Australia and America managed energy price rises by developing their natural gas resources

Evening Standard · Oct 26, 2023

'Test of our time': PM says China projects its values

Anthony Albanese has wrapped up an official visit to the United States with a reflection on China's attempts to change the status quo.

AAP · Oct 26, 2023

Security fears over impact of possible Gaza invasion

There are concerns within the government that a possible ground invasion of Gaza could heighten tensions in Australia.

AAP · Oct 26, 2023

The West Australian goes big on Woodside’s ‘keeping lights on’ claim but keeps readers in dark on climate

Newspaper endorses CEO Meg O’Neill’s position the company’s gas is needed but doesn’t mention global heating

The Guardian - AU · Oct 26, 2023

Australia’s taxes ‘inadequate’ for ‘adequate services’, former secretary of finance warns

Michael Keating to call for revenue review at Australia Institute summit as Labor provides update on multinational tax avoidance

The Guardian - AU · Oct 26, 2023

Poorer Australian regions lose out in ‘flawed’ allocation of doctors, GP body says

System of identifying shortages leads to skewing of resources towards wealthier areas, according to Royal Australian College of General Practitioners

The Guardian - AU · Oct 26, 2023

Australian Catholic church’s insurer launches court bid to cover smaller share of abuse compensation

Scandal-plagued PwC would determine payout rates under scheme proposed by Catholic Church Insurance in effort to avoid insolvency

The Guardian - AU · Oct 26, 2023

Annastacia Palaszczuk reached out to Jacinta Allan over ‘demeaning’ Herald Sun cartoon

In interview with Guardian Australia, Queensland premier recalls similar cartoon of her when elected in 2015 and says ‘it’s not acceptable’

The Guardian - AU · Oct 26, 2023

Super sub Sam Kerr helps Matildas sink Iran 2-0

The Matildas have overcome a stubborn Iran defence to post a 2-0 win in their Olympic qualifier in Perth.

AAP · Oct 26, 2023

Laxman likely to be in-charge for Australia T20I series post World Cup

VVS Laxman may be in-charge of Indian team for T20 series against Australia. Dravid's contract ends after World Cup; BCCI may invite applications for post. Laxman, who knows system and pathways, could be strong candidate

The Hindu · Oct 26, 2023