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Hard graft needed on workplace relations before weapons dropped

The jobs and skills summit was a good start that needs to be built on, writes John Tierney

Newcastle Herald

Dad plunges 20 metres to his death on hike in front of horrified daughters

The 79-year-old dad was with his two daughters hiking in an area in Springbrook, Australia, known to be particularly dangerous. The local authority warns: "One slip could be fatal—serious injury or death may result from walking near the edge"

Daily Mirror

Choir of Hard Knocks founder Dr Jonathon Welch in battle with prostate cancer

Dr Jonathon Welch, award-winning singer, composer, and former Australian of the Year Local Hero was told he had the disease four weeks ago.

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Labor MP claims rate decisions based on ‘outdated and outmoded data’ – as it happened

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Morning mail: Putin meets Xi, asylum seeker handcuffs ‘torture’, nuclear sub timeline

Friday: Chinese and Russian leaders meet for first time since invasion of Ukraine. Plus: the seven female stereotypes in advertising

The Guardian - AU

Noisy miners are one of Australia's 'most hated birds'. How do we manage their booming population?

One of Australia's "most hated birds" — the noisy miner — is now one of its most common, dominating urban environments and driving out smaller and more vulnerable species.

ABC News

Military analysts call for greater focus on sealing the vehicle-killing Tanami Road

This dusty desert track may feel a long way from any future military conflict, but analysts say it's crucial roads like the famous Tanami are upgraded in case the worst should happen.

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'Thinking about my future is really scary' – school leavers are not getting the careers support they need

Australia’s class of 2022 is on the home stretch. Next month, more than 200,000 year 12 students will be sitting their final exams. In amongst this, they are making big decisions about their lives beyond school.

The Conversation

Will Sam Kerr win another Golden Boot with Chelsea? What Aussies need to know ahead of the 2022/23 Women's Super League season

Can Sam Kerr make it three Golden Boots in a row? Who can challenge Chelsea for the crown? And what of Matildas, broadcast figures, and the legacy of the Euros? Samantha Lewis previews the 2022/23 Women's Super League season.

ABC News

Nearly 30% of Australia’s emissions come from industry. Tougher rules for big polluters is a no-brainer

Australia’s historic climate law passed the Senate last week and enshrined an economy-wide target to reduce emissions. But an important measure to reduce Australia’s industrial emissions is still up for debate: the “safeguard mechanism”.

The Conversation

What are uterus transplants? Who donates their uterus? And what are the risks?

The opportunity to conceive, carry and give birth to a biologically related child is a deep desire for many women and their partners. Since the introduction of IVF in 1978, many people in countries such as Australia have accessed support and resources to help realise their reproductive goals.

The Conversation

Leaked document shows Australian officials 'kept in dark' about French submarine cancellation

A leaked confidential document gives an insider's perspective on how the Morrison government went about cancelling the French submarine contract, highlighting how officials running the contract were kept in the dark.

ABC News

Michael Pascoe: US is ramping up its war on China

Another week and more shots fired in the US-China war, this time America the aggressor while Australia mutely remains in step.

The New Daily

Great Southern Land: Icehouse and National Museum team up for gallery launch

Icehouse's hit Great Southern Land is one of the most iconic songs in Aussie music, and now the namesake of the National Museum of Australia's new gallery.

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'The world is watching': Australian daughter of Iranian Baha'i in prison pleads for her release

When Negar Sabet awakes after a restless night in Sydney, she agonises about her elderly mother Mahvash, who has been locked up in Iran's notorious Evin Prison since the end of July.

Newcastle Herald

Port of Newcastle unfairly constrained under secret state rules: report

State government legislation preventing the establishment of a container terminal at the Port of Newcastle not only hindered the port's development but also the efficiency of Australia's ports network, an Australian Productivity Commission report says.

Daily Mirror

I’m A Celeb’s return to Australia 'in chaos' as highly infectious disease rages near camp

The I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! set for the 2022 series in Australia is said to be in proximity to the outburst of Q Fever

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PM Albanese commits to UK relationship

Anthony Albanese is on his way to London for the Queen's funeral, where he will pledge to honour Australia's relationship with the UK.

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Jaw-dropping fish heart fossil found in WA

The discovery of a 380-million-year-old fossilised heart in a jawed fish preserved in limestone in Western Australia has stunned researchers.

AAP

Flexibility at heart of fair work: inquiry

The role of carers in Australia is being examined by a parliamentary inquiry to understand how the federal government could provide greater support.

AAP

Spike in Aussie drownings linked to COVID

An increase in drowning deaths in Australia has been tied to the COVID-19 pandemic due to missed swimming lessons and people seeking out secluded beaches.

AAP

Australia looks to plug nuclear subs gap

One year since Australia signed a landmark nuclear submarine deal with the United States and the United Kingdom, the plans are taking shape.

The Guardian - AU

Call for UN torture watchdog to investigate Australia’s handcuffing of asylum seekers en route to medical care

Detainees report feeling humiliated sitting in handcuffs in waiting rooms during medical appointments

The Guardian - AU

What exactly is the review of the Reserve Bank of Australia hoping to discover?

Here are four key areas to watch ahead of the review making its recommendations to the treasurer

Wales Online

Tonight's rugby news as seething Australia contact World Rugby over 'disgraceful' decision amid calls for ref to be sanctioned

Australia lost a rip-roaring Test match against New Zealand in controversial circumstances on Thursday morning

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