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NSW Labor accused of rushing inquiry into banning phrases such as ‘globalise the intifada’ over the holidays

State opposition leader says inquiry established ‘with no notice, no public hearings and an impossibly short deadline’

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Don’t stress, do less: 52 ways to make your life easier in 2026

We asked experts in fields from homes to health to horticulture for advice on tasks we can simply stop doing and problems to take off our worry plates

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The 20 best theatre, musicals, dance and opera shows in Australia in 2025

Guardian Australia critics pick the best live stage experiences of the year, including Beetlejuice, The Talented Mr Ripley and a nude ode to literature

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Guns, terror symbols, protests and hate speech: NSW is pushing through changes after Bondi – so what are they?

The Liberals say they will support the legislation, but parts have been opposed by the Nationals and Greens. Here’s what is being proposed

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Origin Energy to face court over 77,000 alleged law breaches after taking millions from welfare recipients

Regulator says ex-customers allegedly affected by Centrepay scandal were already ‘likely experiencing economic vulnerability’

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A key piece of Port Arthur-era gun reform remains unfinished. Could it have helped prevent the Bondi attack?

National register would have allowed police to better assess risk posed by alleged Bondi shooters before attack, expert says

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The 25 best Australian books of 2025

Just in time for last-minute gifts: Guardian Australia critics and staff pick out the best books of the year, featuring Helen Garner, Dominic Amerena, Evelyn Araluen and more

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Former Townsville mayor claimed to have epilepsy in endorsement of wellness bracelet sold by business linked to his partner

Exclusive: Queensland corruption body investigation into Troy Thompson found ‘no direct evidence’ to support claims he was diagnosed with the condition

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Fake Minns, altered images and psyop theories: Bondi attack misinformation shows AI’s power to confuse

For now many fakes are easy to spot. But audiences could find it increasingly difficult to tell fact from fiction as tech improves

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The quiet bricklayer, his father and a leave of absence: the duo accused of killing 15 people in Bondi

Police allege Sajid and Naveed Akram committed Australia’s worst terrorist attack. Investigators are likely considering if an alarm bell should have sounded

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Data reveals Sydney’s ‘frightening concentration’ of gun ownership ahead of the Bondi terror attack

Chris Minns vows to review gun laws, with thousands of licensed firearms located in the state’s major cities

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Mining company claims government didn’t follow proper process for Aboriginal heritage protection order

Regis Resources told a federal court hearing the partial protection order, which blocks construction of a planned tailings dam, would make its development unviable

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Labor asks watchdog to advise on overhauling travel perks for politicians as backlash grows

Sussan Ley offers bipartisan truce to work on reform as attorney general Michelle Rowland refers expenses for independent audit

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State Library of Victoria scraps restructure plan after outrage from famous writers and public

Proposal to cut jobs and refocus on ‘digital experiences’ attracted ire of writers including Helen Garner and Nick Cave

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The online wellness clinics letting customers ‘add to cart’ experimental peptides without a doctor consult

The growing market for injectable peptides includes many schedule 4 drugs that are not yet approved for use in Australia but can be prescribed by a doctor

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NSW Health resists lower blood lead guidelines for children in Broken Hill, documents reveal

Greens MP condemns ‘pathetic’ level of funding to deal with lead contamination in state’s far west

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Anthony Albanese sidesteps calls for reform amid growing community anger over MP travel perks

The federal opposition and crossbenchers have backed a review of expenses spending rules

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Nine bring-a-plate ideas for Christmas drinks, barbecues and dinner parties this summer – recipes

Whether you’re a kitchen rookie or an advanced home cook, these appetiser and pot luck recipes bring self-confidence too

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Australia’s senior politicians can claim ‘unlimited’ travel expenses for their spouse, watchdog rules say

Prime minister defends Anika Wells as controversy over use of taxpayer-funded travel entitlements continues

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Afternoon Update: ‘proud’ PM hails social media ban; Trump fact-checked; and an uninvited bear

Anthony Albanese says the ban would not be perfect from day one, but suggested it would one day be among Australia’s other great reforms

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Under-16s who slipped through cracks of social media ban will be ‘booted off in time’, eSafety commissioner says

Julie Inman Grant unconcerned by reports of children bypassing restrictions as Anthony Albanese says commencement of ban a ‘proud day’

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Liberal candidate denies law firm’s claims of bullying and using staff to pursue political ambitions

Grant Hutchinson denies allegations made in court by current and former partners prior to his preselection for Victorian seat of Croydon

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Albanese says his use of family travel allowance ‘in accordance with the rules’ as MPs call for fresh look at entitlements

The prime minister claimed $2,800 in family travel entitlements coinciding with three major sporting events between 2023 and 2025

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Reddit to comply with Australia’s ‘legally erroneous’ under-16 social media ban

Platform to introduce age-prediction model analysing users but argued to eSafety commissioner it was a source of information not a social media platform

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‘Not approved for human use’: the online frenzy for injectable peptides sweeping Australia

Social media is driving a boom in the use of peptides to improve appearance and physical performance. Many are experimental and come with risk of serious side effects

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