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A popular cruise line has been filmed apparently denying entry to government and union officials following complaints of “horrifying” living and working conditions on board.
The Iranian women's football team left Australia late on Tuesday but six of its members are staying behind after being granted humanitarian asylum.
Parents have been told to report accounts missed in Australia’s under-16 social media ban – but eSafety is ‘concerned’ some platforms aren’t complying
The rumours of action on the capital gains tax discount and negative gearing are louder than before any budget this century. But is the PM up to the task?
The Australian artist was a relentless self-promoter, prolific painter and pro wrestler. He loved a tall tale – but his true story was remarkable
Exclusive: independent and Greens senators ask president to set up inquiry and anti-racism training for politicians to prevent bigotry ‘corroding democracy’
Nationals decide if the party is to survive, it needs a leader who understands the enemy better than anyone
Nacc report into unlawful scheme found two senior public servants engaged in corrupt conduct but declined to refer them for charges in what victims call a ‘massive letdown’
The National party in Australia has a new federal leader as senator Matt Canavan emerged as the winner of a tight party-room ballot on Wednesday.
Suhoor – the pre-dawn meal – is typically shared at home. But in Sydney customers also queue outside food trucks, restaurants and cafes with extended trading hours
Australia Institute data finds state and federal subsidies for coal, gas and oil products increased 10% in past year, growing at a faster pace than funding to NDIS
‘It will be challenging to learn English, or to know about the new culture, but everything takes time’, says Afghanistan-born cricket player Tooba Sarwari
Australia are no strangers to the team’s bizarre protests but they will need to keep frustrations in check in Women’s Asian Cup quarter-final
One of the Iranian women’s soccer team members granted asylum in Australia changed her mind at the last moment and boarded a plane back to the war-torn Islamic Republic, officials said Wednesday.
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SYDNEY, Australia — Iranian women footballers claiming asylum in Australia evacuated from their safe house on Wednesday after one team member changed her mind and revealed their location to the Iranian embassy, Canberra said.
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Two people have been arrested at a protest outside Parliament House just hours after Queensland’s new hate speech laws came into effect.
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The earthquake occurred on Wednesday night around 7pm. (Supplied: Geoscience Australia)
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Victoria’s push for more federal cash to bankroll the Suburban Rail Loop has been given a boost after Infrastructure Australia’s priority list said the Commonwealth should consider additional investment in the first stage of the project.
Carston Woodhouse, running for Wright in Adelaide’s north, also claimed gender transitioning is an ‘illusion’
Queensland workplace safety inspectors were given unlawful directions to write stop-work notices in response to CFMEU complaints that appeared to target companies that were out of favour with the union, an inquiry has heard.
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A serial domestic violence offender with a protracted history of violence has been released on bail again, 24 hours after a warrant was issued for his arrest when he failed to appear in court.
South Korean customs authorities have uncovered a smuggling ring that bought cigarettes in bulk from domestic convenience stores and illegally exported them to high-priced markets such as Australia and New Zealand, generating about 10 billion won ($6.78 million) in profit.
The projected cost of Blacktown City Council’s plan to construct two new administrative offices has blown out by more than $460 million in three years, as the cash-strapped council spends up to a decade paying rent to a mega-developer for its existing chambers.
Australia’s plans to build millions of new homes will be held back by a lack of water in the country’s major cities, Infrastructure Australia has warned in a report that says tens of billions of dollars will have to be spent on major projects in coming years.
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The attacks, which included the firebombing of a childcare centre and torching of cars, were motivated by financial reward, magistrate finds
The new Nationals leader’s position on social issues and the environment put him at odds with much of the country
A man and woman have been arrested over using a banned phrase, deemed antisemitic by the Queensland government, at a protest in Brisbane.
West Australian farmers face a wait of up to three weeks to receive fuel supplies as a result of panic-buying across the metropolitan region.
A 13-year-old boy is accused of reaching speeds of up to 160km/h as he led police on a high-speed chase through Perth’s south-east suburbs on Tuesday night with seven other children crammed into the small car.
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The price of fuel is soaring amid the ongoing war in the Middle East. (ABC News: Erin Parke)
Signature events on Victoria’s multicultural calendar have been accused of becoming partisan promotions, with Premier Jacinta Allan’s private office vetting invitation lists, seating arrangements and speaking opportunities at publicly funded community dinners.
Construction on the Suburban Rail Loop has already begun. (Supplied: Victorian Government)
Iran has accused Australia of taking athletes “hostage” as it emerged that one of the women who claimed asylum has changed her mind and will return to the Middle East.
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Seven members of the Iranian women's football team sought asylum. One has since asked to return to Iran. (X: Tony Burke)
A fourth round of hearings into alleged misconduct within the CFMEU and construction sector has heard from Workplace Health and Safety Queensland. (ABC News)
Disgraced football legend Barry Cable fondled two young girls in a backyard spa and exposed himself in front of other children, a court has been told.