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MPs vote against no-deal Brexit – but what does that actually mean?
OPINION & ANALYSIS: In the current impasse and unusual circumstances, unexpected and unusual things may still happen.
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George Pell sentenced to six years in prison for child sexual assault
"I was hoping for 20 (years) but realistically I thought maybe 10, but hey, he's incarcerated, he can't hurt anybody," says victim's father.
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Coal turns lumpy for Scott Morrison and the Nationals
VIEW FROM THE HILL: Once again, raging energy and climate wars are burning out of control in government ranks.
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Don’t ban Michael Jackson’s music – talk about the accusations
OPINION & ANALYSIS: Keep Michael Jackson on the radio – but never play him without reminding listeners of what he has been accused of. Do the same with other artists similarly accused, or found guilty of, a crime.
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Morrison campaigns with high-profile visit to Christmas Island
The government is running its border security/refugees scare against Labor on two fronts.
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If Labor wins government, will an Australian republic finally take the crown?
SPECIAL FEATURE: If Bill Shorten becomes prime minister, will he drive the case for an Australian head of state forward? Can the feted republic even come to pass in the absence of muscular support from both hemispheres of politics?
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We knew George Pell was guilty of child sex abuse. Why couldn’t we say it until now?
OPINION & ANALYSIS: Anyone could easily discover Pell’s charges despite the suppression order – so what’s the point?
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Australia's most senior Catholic has been convicted of serious child sex offences. The trial concluded with the verdict handed down in December, but due to a suppression order Australia's media have only been able to report on it from today.
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Julie Bishop to quit parliament at the election
The exit of Bishop – the best-known Liberal woman and highly popular with voters - underlines the Liberals’ “woman problem”.
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From refugees to social media to pill testing, church signs are getting political
SPECIAL FEATURE: In a time when fewer Australians identify with institutional religion than ever before, the church sign is emerging as an intriguing platform for creativity and commentary.
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Search for UK and French backpackers missing in Australia
It is believed the two men may have entered the water to swim on Sunday night. Police have said it would be unlikely they would have survived in the water since then.
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‘State actor’ makes cyber attack on Australian political parties
Although the authorities are pointing to a “state actor”, national cyber security adviser Alastair MacGibbon told a news conference: “We don’t know who is behind this, nor their intent.
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Could Tony Abbott lose to an independent? If the zeitgeist is any guide, he’s on thin ice
OPINION & ANALYSIS: Tony Abbott’s electorate is getting so socially progressive, he may soon be left behind.
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We don’t know how many asylum seekers are turned away at Australian airports
OPINION & ANALYSIS: Australia's immigration department doesn't keep a record of the number of people applying for asylum at airports. This means there is no oversight over the treatment of those seeking protection.
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Townsville drowning in ‘once in a century’ flood catastrophe
With possibly thousands of homes underwater and crocodile sightings, Townsville residents have been warned the flood risk may continue into next week.
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BANKING ROYAL COMMISSION FINAL REPORT: Compensation scheme to follow Hayne’s indictment of financial sector
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg, releasing Commissioner Kenneth Hayne’s three-volume report which excoriates the financial sector, said the government would be “taking action” on all 76 recommendations.
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Banking Royal Commission: Six questions our banks need to answer to regain trust
Here are the six most important questions our banks will need to answer for their stakeholders to regain trust:
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Brexit: parliament sends May back to Brussels – what latest amendment votes mean
OPINION & ANALYSIS: With the clear majority voting against a no-deal Brexit, the ticking clock works in the prime minister’s favour.
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Yvonne Kenny honoured as UK Australian of the Year
Achievements by world renowned soprano, Oxford PhD student and cycling commentator saluted in ceremony at Australia House in London.
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Cave rescue heroes share Australian of the Year award
Two heroes of the Thai cave rescue, Craig Challen and Richard Harris, are joint Australian of the Year for 2019.
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Australia Day: Liberals stir the culture war pot but who’s listening?
OPINION & ANALYSIS: As this Australia Day has approached, the prime minister has ramped up the nationalistic and culture war rhetoric in general, and accompanied it with some controversial actions.
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Gillette advert shows just how far the #metoo movement has come
OPINION & ANALYSIS: That Gillette has aligned itself with the #metoo movement is not something for the brand to be congratulated on. It is #metoo that deserves the praise.
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Brexit: what are Theresa May’s options for a ‘plan B’?
OPINION & ANALYSIS: As the UK’s withdrawal date of March 29 is written into UK law, time is of the essence. There are six possible options for the prime minister at this stage.
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The far-right may think they own ‘nationalism’, but we can reclaim it as a force for good
OPINION AND ANALYSIS: The weekend rally on St Kilda beach, organised by far-right activist Neil Erikson, reminds us nationalism is the territory of fringe groups who hold bigoted views, particularly towards people who aren’t “white”.
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UK automotive sector says Brexit risks UK plant closures
The deepening Brexit chaos may have significant ramifications in the UK manufacturing sector, especially in the car industry.
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Sydney’s New Year’s Fireworks in all its blazing glory (FULL VIDEO)
Happy 2019 from Down Under! Aussies put a lot of bang into Sydney's world famous fireworks, and this New Year's was no exception.
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Joining the online trading craze? How to choose the best app for your Android
Making your savings and investments go further has been a challenge anywhere in the world over recent years. But whether you’ve been based in the UK for a while or you only recently arrived, you will inevitably have noticed that this country is facing some very specific challenges.
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National Andrew Broad forced to quit frontbench amid ‘sugar baby’ allegation
Amy, almost two decades younger than Broad who is 43, was quoted in New Idea as claiming he was not fit to represent Australia.
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Four journalists, one newspaper: Time Magazine’s Person of the Year recognises the global assault on journalism
Time Magazine has just announced its “Person of the Year” for 2018, and for once, it isn’t one person. This time it is four people and a newspaper.
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Political impasse stops protection for LGBT students passing this year
Scott Morrison this week produced his own bill and suggested both sides give their parliamentarians a conscience vote.
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Australians think immigration should be cut? Well, it depends on how you ask
OPINION & ANALYSIS: While concerns about the level of immigration have increased, there is continued endorsement of the view that Australia is an immigrant nation, that immigration benefits the country and that it will continue to play an important role in the years ahead.
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