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Sydney Olympics were bought ‘to a large extent’, said Australian official John Coates

Comments by leading IOC official made in 2008 interview about payments were permitted under Olympic rules at the time

The Guardian - UK

Opposition leader offers Australia 'a better future' in campaign launch

Australian opposition leader Anthony Albanese on Sunday promised the country a "better future" in a campaign launch that was light on controversial reforms but drenched in unity and hope.

Reuters

Australian opposition targets inflation in campaign launch

Australia’s opposition party has officially launched its election campaign with an emphasis on cutting costs of living for voters as inflation surges to its highest rate in 21 years

The Independent UK

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Thousands call on the government to act at Hunter Workers May Day rally | VIDEO

"We are working more for less and less"

Newcastle Herald

Labor calls for cheaper, fairer Australia in election pledge

Federal election: Labor's Anthony Albanese outlines no one left behind.

The Canberra Times

Albanese basks in McGowan's WA popularity

AAP

Artist Leslie Sharpe paints Stephen Stewart, The Oldest Lore-Man, for Archibald Prize 2022

After reading an ABC article on Australia's oldest Indigenous man, artist Leslie Sharpe knew he wanted to meet Ngarla elder Stephen Stewart and paint his portrait for the Archibald Prize.

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Surrogacy likely to be legalised in the Northern Territory, bringing it into line with the rest of Australia

Kelsey and Aaron Rouse have been trying to have to a baby since 2015. If the Northern Territory doesn't pass a bill to legalise surrogacy, they could be out of options.

ABC News

The CWA's century of charm and change

Behind the Country Women's Association tea and scones is a century-old drive to make life better for people in rural Australia.

AAP

Will COVID-19 matter in Federal Election 2022?

As we get ready to cast our votes in the federal election, the number one issue that has affected us over the last term of government is no longer front of mind for most.

ABC News

Smart watches distracting drivers, but what does Australia's law say about their use?

Just one swipe of your mobile phone while driving can land you in big trouble, but what about that other pint-sized device strapped to your wrist?

ABC News

Ukrainians fleeing bombs find safety with Sydney host families

Displaced Ukrainians arriving in Australia are finding their feet in stunning Sydney locations, staying at the homes of people like Carmela as they wait for their visas to be processed.

ABC News

Vulnerable Australians missing out on healthcare as insufficient Medicare rebate drives GP shortage

Fee-for-service funding model cannot keep up with cost of complex primary care needs, community organisations say

The Guardian - AU

Daggy, daggy, cool: the loud jumper is back

From Kath and Kim to Coogi, noisy knitwear has long polarised pop culture. Now a new generation of designers is putting a political spin on 80s Australiana

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Australia’s hardline deportation policy leaves no room for second chances

Mystery Sixtus was deported alone to NZ as a teenager and separated from family, one of the increasing number of non-citizens removed under the Migration Act

ABC News

Does China's security pact with Solomon Islands really matter to Australia's Pacific Islands voters?

China's security pact with Solomon Islands has been a hot election topic, but Pacific Islanders in Australia say there are more-pressing issues they care about when it comes time to vote.

The Guardian - UK

‘Uniquely qualified’: John Coates drafted letter of praise for himself to Brisbane Olympics organisers

Outgoing president of Australian Olympic Committee drafted gushing compliments for his own work

Reuters

Australian leader, facing election, decries China's interference

Australia's prime minister accused China on Saturday of "form", or a record, on interference in foreign politics, after his home minister said Beijing's unveiling of a security deal with the nearby Solomon Islands was timed to influence an election.

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The Guardian - AU

Politicians are basking in the ‘thrill’ of fossil fuels, but this election is Australia’s last chance to reset our climate attitude

Despite being a top issue for Australians, climate action has been completely sidelined in favour of the total sham to expand gas and coal

ABC News

Can pets travel with you in the cabin on planes? Technically yes, but Australia's major airlines don't allow it

The Civil Aviation Safety Authority updated its animal carriage regulations in December, allowing flight operators to decide on pets in cabins. But Qantas and Virgin still transport pets in the cargo hold.

ABC News

Rocket Man changed Elton John's career almost overnight — 50 years on, it remains an anthem

When Rocket Man hit the airwaves, it transformed Elton John's career almost overnight and saved him from being written off as a one-hit wonder.

ABC News

Olympic moguls champion Jakara Anthony and Paralympian snowboarder Ben Tudhope take out Snow Australia top gongs

Olympic moguls gold medallist and Paralympic snowboarding bronze medallist are each recognised for their incredible seasons.

Reuters

Australian Olympic Committee to back humanitarian visas for Ukrainian athletes

The Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) will support Ukrainian athletes seeking to resettle in Australia on humanitarian grounds amid Russia's invasion of Ukraine, outgoing AOC President John Coates said on Saturday.

ABC News

Tiny snail thought to be extict found accidentally in Tasmania's yingina/Great Lake

It hasn't been seen since the 1900s, but this tiny freshwater snail is very much alive and well — found by chance in Australia's second-largest natural lake.

ABC News

COVID-19 Omicron subvariant BA.2.12.1 detected in Australia in Victorian wastewater

Another Omicron COVID-19 sub-variant — thought to be more transmissible than the current dominant strain — is found in Victorian wastewater.

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