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Watt confirms Labor considering releasing sealed section of robodebt report – as it happened

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Yes, burning gas is bad for the climate. But keeping it in Australia’s energy mix is sensible

Both major parties in Australia see a significant role for gas as the world shifts to clean energy in a bid to avert dangerous climate change.

The Conversation

A Flemington favourite, Melbourne Cup aspirant and Big Dance trifecta

Local interest across interstate tracks amid Australia's iconic race.

Newcastle Herald

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Middle East terror not translating to Australia attacks

Fears of flow on attacks after Hamas' assault on Israel haven't been realised with Australia's spy chief saying no terror plots were linked to the war in Gaza.

AAP

US election result a bigger picture for Australian ties

A new president won't change the US-Australia relationship but it could alter how other nations interact with Australia, a former ambassador says.

AAP

Musician named NT Australian of the Year

A musician, a wildlife carer and a seniors advocate are among those recognised in the NT Australian of the Year Awards.

AAP

Call for clubs, bosses to treat deadly cancer seriously

A skin cancer survivor says workplaces and sporting clubs need to do more to protect Australians from sun damage as new data highlights skin cancer hotspots.

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Captain Cummins sees clearly in another tense run chase

Mitchell Starc is happy to let Pat Cummins bat ahead of him from now on after the captain guided Australia to another thrilling win in a run chase.

AAP

Bonus to stick with army helps Australia to stay ready

Bonuses will be expanded to more people in the Australian Defence Force in a bid to reduce the high turnover of personnel.

AAP

Fast boats in latest Australian military aid to Ukraine

Australia is increasing its contribution to Ukraine's maritime capability by sending over further boats to help repel Russia's invasion.

AAP

Cassius, the world's biggest captive crocodile, may have been over 120 years old when he died

Cassius, the world's largest captive crocodile, has died in Australia. The saltwater croc may have been over 120 years old — but no-one knows his true age for sure.

LiveScience

Encrypted messaging app developer moves out of Australia after police visit employee’s home

Founder of Session relocates to Switzerland citing ‘hostile’ atmosphere towards privacy-focused technology

The Guardian - AU

Autistic Australian boy cleared of terror offences detained in Singapore after ‘red flag’ put on passport

Thomas* had planned holiday to help overcome trauma of case but trip resulted in further anguish

The Guardian - AU

Guardian Essential poll: most Australians think politicians should not accept free concert tickets and flight upgrades

Exclusive: Supporters of independent and minor parties are particularly opposed to MPs receiving gifts, with just 18% in favour

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Anglo American to sell stake in Australian coal joint venture for £830m

Anglo American told shareholders on Monday it will sell its 33.3% stake in Jellinbah Group to Zashvin.

Al Jazeera

Australia vs Pakistan, first ODI: Captain Cummins leads hosts to nervy win

Cummins’s all-round performance took Australia to a two-wicket win in Melbourne for 1-0 lead in the three-match series.

The Canberra Times

Inspiring cultural leader named NT's Australian of the Year for 2025

Grant Ngulmiya Nundhirribala has led the Red Flag Dancers for decades.

AAP

Made or assembled in Australia? Solar policy under fire

Questions have emerged over whether solar panels will be manufactured or merely assembled in Australia at a senate hearing into energy agencies.

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The Guardian - AU

Heatwave to turn parts of Australia into ‘one of the hottest places in the world’ this week

Some of the east coast and the north will bake in a furnace of potentially life-threatening heat, the Bureau of Meteorology forecasts

AAP

Agar sends timely reminder as WA thrash Tasmania

Ashton Agar pushed his Test hopes and Brody Couch took a hat-trick as Sheffield Shield leaders Western Australia thrashed Tasmania by an innings.

The Conversation

31% of companies are not paying tax in Australia. How do they do it?

Large companies paid the Australian government a record A$100 billion in tax in the last year, a 17% increase on the previous year. But, over the same period, there were still 31% of large companies, operating here but not paying any tax.

The Guardian - AU

Australian federal police begin search of PwC headquarters amid tax leaks scandal

Chief executive says company is cooperating with the investigation, which is related to individuals who have left the firm

The Conversation

Australia is axing a $7bn military satellite project, leaving defence comms potentially vulnerable

In a significant blow to Australia’s defence capabilities, the federal government is cancelling what would have been the nation’s largest-ever space project: a A$7 billion military satellite communications system.

The Conversation

Apart from Chris Martin’s fall, here are 10 other examples of onstage accidents. Can we keep performers safe?

In recent months, Australian concertgoers have witnessed plenty of unexpected onstage drama.

AAP

Trade boost spruiked as China inspects Australian meat

Trade Minister Don Farrell is launching the first phase of a winemaking agreement with China as he looks to boost trade by tens of billions of dollars.

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