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Lauren Mastrosa is fighting the allegations.

Cop says 'daddy dom' book included child abuse material

A Christian charity executive who wrote the book Daddy's Little Toy says her novel referred to infant role play by adults rather than child abuse.

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Patricia has opened up about the worst part of her cancer surgery.

Dismissed by GPs, one decision may have saved woman’s life

When Patricia awoke from having facial surgery she received tragic news. She’s opened up about the worst part of her ordeal.

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An off-duty officer located two men on Monday around 12kms north of Kalumburu.

‘Chinese’ nationals detained after remote boat arrival

A group of six foreign nationals has been detained by border authorities in a remote area in the north of the State after arriving by boat earlier this week.

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There’s fears the higher-than-expected consumer spending in October could quickly reverse 2025’s rate cuts next year.

Early Christmas splurge and rising deficit raises rate fears

A buying spree on luxury items from shoes to concert tickets could force the central bank to reverse three interest rate cuts - and potentially go further.

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The last full moon of 2025 will also be a supermoon.

How to see Friday’s rare ‘cold’ supermoon in Australia

We break down the best times and places to catch the last big celestial event of 2025.

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Lehrmann will have to pay a $20 victims of crime levy and an $88.20 court fee, but no conviction will be recorded. NewsWire/ Chris Kidd

Lehrmann’s big night before driving charge

Bruce Lehrmann was drunk and leaving a party when he accidentally took the wrong car keys, a court has been told as he pleaded guilty to a driving charge.

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Update in dog owner that allegedly left his dog to die in car.

Huge update after Arnie tragically found dead in car

Police have laid fresh charges against the owner of Arnie the German shepherd after investigators uncovered new details about the dog’s death in a parked ute.

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Victoria Government cuts

A token cut to Victoria’s thriving public service

AARON PATRICK: Facing what some economists believe is a financial crisis, Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan has promised to reduce the sprawling public service by 0.3 per cent.

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Joshua Brown has been hit with more charges, as police identify new alleged victims.

Major update on childcare worker accused of abusing kids

A childcare centre worker accused of sexually abusing children in his care has been hit with more charges, as police identify new alleged victims.

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The Victorian Government plans to eliminate 1000 public service positions, including over 300 executive roles.

Victoria to axe 1000 public sector jobs in major restructure

The Victorian Government plans to eliminate 1000 public service positions, including over 300 executive roles.

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Burke’s secret talks over ISIS brides returning revealed

Leaked documents reveal Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke held private talks with Save the Children about bringing ISIS brides back to Australia.

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Expected temperatures on Friday, December 5.

Heatwave to send temps above 40 degrees across five states

A scorching heatwave is set to sweep across Australia this week, with temperatures climbing above 40 degrees across five states and territories as the hot air mass surges east.

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Two men, aged 41 and 38, were allegedly shot.

UPDATE: Man charged as shooting leaves one dead, two injured

A man is due in court after an alleged deadly shooting and a linked roadside incident as detectives launch a major homicide investigation.

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Renewables are anticipated to keep a lid on electricity prices over the next five years but a speedier transition is needed to keep bills lower in the 2030s.

Mis-timing energy transition could prove a costly lesson

Renewables are anticipated to keep a lid on electricity prices over the next five years but a speedier transition is needed to keep bills lower in the 2030s.

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Former Liberal staffer Brittany Higgins says she feels like she can breathe again after Bruce Lehrmann’s failed defamation appeal on Wednesday.

Higgins’ relief after Lehrmann’s defamation appeal fails

Former Liberal staffer Brittany Higgins says she ‘feels like I can breathe again’ after Bruce Lehrmann’s failed defamation case appeal.

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