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Church bells and protest chants as parliament returns

A church service offered a moment of quiet as federal politicians returned for 2024, before protests and tax debate brought sound and fury back to Canberra.

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Farmers cashing in on renewable energy opportunities

Farmers are making good money from renewable energy projects located on their properties, with some saying the new income stream has saved the family farm.

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China’s ambassador to Australia summoned over Yang Hengjun suspended death sentence – as it happened

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First CEO appointed to national reconstruction fund

Ivan Power has been named chief executive of the $15 billion national reconstruction fund, aimed at boosting manufacturing capability.

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Prospect of major China-PNG security pact hosed down

Papua New Guinea is unlikely to ink a major policing deal with China similar to the Solomon Islands after nascent security talks were revealed, one expert says.

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Alarm sounded over long-term effects of tax cuts

Concerns are being raised new tax cuts will put a dent in the pocket of Australians in the long-term as the issue of bracket creep remains.

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Sloppy sun safety putting young people on slippery path

One in three young Australians believe tanning is a healthy practice, with a public information campaign being rolled out to improve sun-safety behaviours.

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Albanese 'hopeful' for Senate support in tax cut change

The prime minister is standing by his changes to stage three tax cuts, remaining confident parliament will support the amended plans.

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'A privilege': Thousands of new citizens call Aust home

Ceremonies around the nation have been officially welcoming more than 22,000 people as Australia's newest citizens.

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'Hero' Pat Dodson hangs up hat after lifelong service

Yawuru elder Pat Dodson has been farewelled by parliamentary colleagues as he retires from the Senate after a career dedicated to serving the community.

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Australians of the Year aim to cure 'incurable' cancer

Melanoma researchers Richard Scolyer and Georgina Long have set their sights on an "incurable" cancer, giving a call to arms after winning awards.

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About half of all Aussie adults to have a $150m chance

There is $150 million up for grabs in Thursday's Powerball draw, which could become the biggest lottery prize in Australian history.

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Golden ticket visa for big-spending investors shelved

A visa scheme aimed at enticing big-spending investors to Australia has been scrapped amid fears it was exploited by corrupt foreign officials and criminals.

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Training farm growing new crop of market garden mavens

A sustainable farming project helping sea-changers find their green thumb is looking for its next batch of interns after an initial growth spurt.

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China expert downplays diplomatic 'blip' over Taiwan

An expert in Chinese foreign policy has played down a public rebuke over Australia's response to presidential elections in Taiwan.

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'A bit lost': art prize gives veterans a new calling

Napier Waller prize winners say art changed the trajectory of their lives after the military. The award highlights the experiences of defence force personnel.

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China denies cash offer for Nauru to cut Taiwan ties

Nauru's decision to cut diplomatic ties with Taiwan wasn't a result of a cash sweetener with his nation being completely transparent, China's ambassador says.

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Customers lose thousands in scams due to telco failures

Telecommunications company Medion has been fined $260,000 after failing to comply with customer ID rules that caused users to lose tens of thousands of dollars.

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Australia to manufacture missiles from next year

Australia will start domestic guided weapons manufacturing from next year after the Albanese government signed a multi-million dollar contract.

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Unions sink calls for government role in port pay clash

A union chief has brushed off suggestions the federal government needs to step in to prevent a maritime workplace dispute worsening.

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Lehrmann lawyers accept judge may make adverse findings

A 136-page final written submission from Bruce Lehrmann's legal team to the judge overseeing his defamation case has been filed in the Federal Court.

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Australia went to war in Iraq based on ‘oral reports’ to cabinet from John Howard

Cabinet papers from 2003 show there was no formal submission before decision was taken to join US-led ‘coalition of the willing’

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Judge gets to work as Lehrmann's defamation trial ends

As the defamation trial by Bruce Lehrmann over a Ten report on Brittany Higgins' rape allegation concludes, all eyes now turn to the judge who oversaw the case.

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A minister’s office and two different stories: the Bruce Lehrmann defamation trial comes to a close

Brittany Higgins says she was raped. Lehrmann denies it. After weeks of evidence the judge must decide who he believes

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Crims in sight as new tech blocks wildlife trafficking

Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek wants the book thrown at criminals who attempt to traffic Australian wildlife.

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