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Expanded paid parental leave hinges on room in budget

More paid parental leave and other policies targeted at improving the economic fortunes of Australian women are on the cards, if the money can be found. Minister for Women Katy Gallagher said the...

Dingoes given ‘almost-human’ status in pre-colonial Australia 

It's said that a dog is a man’s best friend, but the wild dingo is much maligned in Australia, this may not always have been the case though.

Hopes inflation falling fast enough to keep interest rates on hold

Consumer price figures will be hotly anticipated as decision-makers seek to confirm whether inflation is falling fast enough to keep interest rates on hold.

Breakthrough on wine tariff dispute ahead of PM’s China visit

A breakthrough deal struck between China and Canberra could end tariffs on Australian wine exports worth $1.2 billion.

Hope of survival for one of Australia’s rarest birds

One of Australia's rarest birds has spread its wings into new territory, offering fresh hope for its ongoing survival.

Fears hot, windy conditions will worsen NSW bushfires

People on the NSW mid-north coast are being urged to remain vigilant as strong winds and high temperatures threaten to intensify major fires burning in the region.

Former governor-general Bill Hayden dies aged 90

Bill Hayden overcame a tough childhood and personal tragedy to hold some of Australia's most important positions.

Dementia Australia welcomes boost to support carers

Dementia Australia welcomes the Australian Government’s commitment to deliver a range of initiatives to support carers this National Carers Week, 15-23 October.

Seven people hospitalised after light plane crashes

A light aircraft came off the runway at Barwon Heads airport, with more than a dozen passengers, including an MP, needing treatment from paramedics.

Liberal MLA Nicole Lawder to leave politics

Liberal MLA for Brindabella, Nicole Lawder has announced she will not contest next year's ACT election and will retire from politics at the end of the term.

Eating kangaroos could solve livestock gas problem

Farmers can reduce their emissions and make their grazing land more productive by using kangaroos as a red-meat alternative to livestock.

Lisa Wilkinson sues Ten for Bruce Lehrmann defamation suit costs

TV presenter Lisa Wilkinson claims Network Ten has refused to pay her legal bill of over $723,000 as she defends a defamation case by Bruce Lehrmann.

Refugee women call for government to walk with them

A group of women have walked from Melbourne to Canberra to highlight the plight of refugees and call for greater compassion from the federal government.

Walker family outrage as Zachary Rolfe delays inquest

The inquest into the death of Kumanjayi Walker will be delayed as the coroner considers a request by Zachary Rolfe for her to step aside.

High Court rules against Victoria’s electric vehicle charges

The High Court has ruled the Victorian government unlawfully charged electric, hydrogen and plug-in hybrid vehicle owners a fee for each kilometre they travel.

Is your home safe? Insurance loopholes and challenges to avoid this bushfire season

As Australians prepare for the upcoming bushfire season, what do policyholders need to know? 

High-profile rape accused claims ‘errors’ in ruling to unmask him

A magistrate's decision that naming a high-profile rape accused would not further risk his safety or mental health is being challenged in the Supreme Court.

Man dead as bushfire scorches NSW mid-north coast

The body of a man has been found at a property near Kempsey on the NSW mid-north coast, after a bushfire swept through the area.

Indigenous areas backed voice, data shows

Figures have revealed ordinary polling booths with the highest proportion of Indigenous people voted in favour of the voice to parliament.

States and territories forge ahead with Indigenous reconciliation

How are state and territory governments tracking with voice and treaty processes of their own after a majority of Australians sank the voice referendum?

Peter Dutton talks down second Indigenous referendum

Peter Dutton has walked back a bid to recognise Indigenous people in the constitution, saying people are 'over the referendum process for some time'.

Zachary Rolfe’s bias accusations against coroner ‘groundless’

Zachary Rolfe's lawyers say a coroner did not "distance herself" from conversations about "spearing"t he former cop as punishment for Kumanjayi Walker's death.

Gold Coast launch bold bid to host 2026 Commonwealth Games

The Gold Coast has launched a bold bid to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games, just three months after Victoria stunned organisers by pulling out.

Little hope of further constitutional change: experts

Australia's emphatic 'no' to the voice referendum may have spelt the end for any constitutional change in the future, experts claim.

Indigenous progress the focus after voice fails

oth sides of the voice campaign have pledged to unveil new measures to close the Indigenous disadvantage gap after the referendum failed.  The prime minister and the government are expected to cop a...

Leaders step up efforts as Indigenous voice vote fails

Both the 'yes' and 'no' camps say Australia needs to look forward and come together after a referendum to establish an Indigenous voice to parliament failed.

Albanese vows to address Indigenous reconciliation

Anthony Albanese has responded to the Indigenous voice referendum loss with a speech to the nation pledging progress on wellbeing and reconciliation.

Political and campaign leaders reflect on voice result

Political leaders and spokespeople for the 'yes' and 'no' campaigns have reflected on the referendum defeat of a constitutionally enshrined Indigenous voice.

Australia votes ‘no’ to voice in the constitution

Australians have rejected a proposal to enshrine an Indigenous voice to parliament in the constitution, with the ACT being the only jurisdiction to support the reform.

Voters resolute, respectful at voice referendum booths

Australians' voting in the voice referendum has gone relatively smoothly, with many resolute in their intention to write 'yes' or 'no' before they came through polling booths' gates.
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