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Bruce Baird, former federal Liberal MP and NSW minister, dies aged 84
Former federal Liberal MP and NSW minister Bruce Baird has died at the age of 84. He was the father of former NSW premier Mike Baird and journalist Julia Baird.
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NSW opposition leader says 'we are failing women across our country' after three deaths within hours; Taylor claims Chalmers 'in denial'
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NSW opposition leader says 'we are failing women across our country' after three deaths within hours; Taylor claims Chalmers 'in denial'
NSW opposition leader Kellie Sloane says women are failing across the country and every level of government. Premier Chris Minns said 'these are shocking crimes and families are today dealing with unimaginable grief'. Melbourne tram drivers finished second last in the 12t…
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Australia news live: One Nation MP gives ‘hat tip’ to Albanese for rice factory rescue plan; Liberals flag radical redesign of Victorian appeals court
One Nation MP David Farley praises Anthony Albanese for promising to help rice factories in his electorate, while Victorian Liberals announce a plan to split the court of appeal in two and appoint new judges if they win the election.
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Andrew Bragg says lower-income earners should accept substandard housing as colleagues rebuke his migration target
Senator Andrew Bragg suggested lower-income Australians should accept substandard housing to address the housing crisis. His comments drew criticism from colleagues and advocacy groups.
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Albanese gives ground on gambling inducements as Labor and Coalition inch towards deal
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has agreed to limit gambling inducements as part of a deal between Labor and the opposition leader, Angus Taylor. The move comes after sensational revelations about illegal drugs, sex workers, and alcohol being provided to high-spending gam…
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Daniel Andrews says Ben Carroll ‘can win’ Victoria election in rare public statement
Former Labor leader Daniel Andrews has thrown his support behind Victoria's new premier, Ben Carroll, saying he has what it takes to win November's state election.
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Angus Taylor insists he made no payments to conservative Liberal group amid Icac investigation
Angus Taylor, the opposition leader, has denied making payments to a conservative Liberal group known as the Reformers, which is being investigated by the NSW corruption watchdog Icac.
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So how do you get access to the Qantas chairman’s lounge? Alan Joyce has some tips
Former Qantas CEO Alan Joyce reveals how the airline grants access to its private chairman’s lounge in a new memoir. He denies using the lounge as a tool to influence politicians and claims famous Australians “begged” to be granted access to “arguably the most exclusive c…
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KPMG appoints chair who claimed leak allegations were ‘completely false’ and called senator’s actions ‘inappropriate’
KPMG has appointed Michael Ebeid as its new chair, despite his previous dismissal of leak allegations as "completely false" and his criticism of a senator who revealed the scandal. Ebeid has since apologized, stating he was unaware of the full facts at the time.
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Paul Hogan has reportedly called Pauline Hanson a ‘pelican’. Please explain?
Paul Hogan called Pauline Hanson a 'pelican' after she cited him as an example of 'Australian monoculture'. The term is believed to be an insult, referring to someone as a fool or clown.
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Karl Stefanovic won’t appear on Friday radio show with Eddie McGuire amid Tommy Robinson interview fallout
Karl Stefanovic won't appear on his radio show amid criticism of his podcast interview with Tommy Robinson. Nine Entertainment is expected to sever ties with him.
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Last Islamic State-linked Australian woman from Syrian camp to return despite previous ban
An Australian woman linked to the Islamic State group will return to Australia despite a previous ban. She will face strict security monitoring upon arrival.