Australia

Trade Minister Don Farrell is optimistic he can secure a trade deal with the EU.

‘We can get a deal’: Hopes high as EU trade talks begin

The European Union’s top trade negotiator has arrived in Australia to reopen trade talks, with both sides sounding optimistic about securing a long elusive deal.  

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Tropical Cyclone Fina has formed off Northern Territory coast

100km/h winds as cyclone forms off Northern Territory coast

The tropical cyclone is expected to potentially make landfall by the end of the week.

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A 17-year-old girl described by her family as a “beautiful and gentle soul” has been killed in an alleged hit-and-run.

Family’s heartbreak after teen killed in hit-and-run

A family has shared a moving tribute to 17-year-old Olivia, who died at the scene of an alleged hit-and-run in Queensland.

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Australia's top science agency is to shed hundreds of jobs and narrow its range of research work.

Shock as CSIRO to lay off hundreds of workers

Up to 350 scientists will be laid off as the national science agency announces a cost-cutting restructure stemming from financial pressures and government funding not keeping up.

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Leader of the Opposition Sussan Ley is under pressure to hold her spot.

Can Ley survive Canberra’s pre-Christmas killing season?

The besieged Opposition Leader needs to keep her job until January 20 to eclipse the former Alexander Downer’s forgettable tenure of eight months and seven days.

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Researchers are suggesting parents use proper names for their children’s private parts.

Call for parents to ask for consent before a nappy change

In advice that is certain to be on the nose for many, Australian academics are advising parents to ask their babies for consent before changing a nappy.

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Experts reveals how to get through to someone you believe has fallen down an internet rabbit hole of misinformation.

How to talk to friends who are deep into conspiracies

‘They’re lying to us.’ An expert reveals how to get through to someone you believe has fallen down an internet rabbit hole of misinformation.

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The Victorian Liberal Party’s new leader, 35-year-old Jess Wilson, will take on Premier Jacinta Allan.

Vic Liberals gamble on millennial to break losing streak

Despite her age, 35-year-old Jess Wilson is a seasoned political operator comfortable attacking Victoria’s Labor government over its big debt and poor economic performance.

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A lengthy trial over the skydiving deaths of an instructor and his tandem passenger has wrapped up. (PR IMAGE PHOTO)

Series of ‘sliding door moments’ before double skydive tragedy

A judge has offered his condolences to the families of two skydivers who fell to their deaths after their equipment got snagged on a plane in mid-air.

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A desperate search has ended in tragedy after eight-year-old Arnie was found dead inside a stolen vehicle.

Tragic update after urgent search for pet dog in stolen car

Police have provided a tragic update on their more than week-long search for a vehicle stolen while a family’s beloved pet dog was inside.

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CBA chief executive Matt Comyn

CommBank CEO: Aussies borrowing too much, no rate cut coming

Matt Comyn said a home-borrowing binge driving up property prices is bad for economic stability and social harmony, warning Aussies to prepare for 12 months of no interest rate cuts.

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The Minns Government is bringing in new youth crime laws. NewsWire / Monique Harmer

State’s big move to tackle youth crime

NSW has introduced fresh changes to youth crime laws after Victoria and Queensland announced ‘adult crime, adult time’ legislation.

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Two women remain stranded on Mount Anne in Tasmania.

Hikers stranded in extreme conditions as rescuers forced back

Severe weather has left two women stranded in Tasmania, with emergency teams forced to retreat after an overnight attempt and a rescue helicopter unable to reach the site.

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Virgin Australia has announced it will scrap a popular perk before Christmas.

Major airline confirms huge changes for travellers

A major Aussie airline has announced it will scrap a popular perk before Christmas.

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Infamous Criminals Australia: Bradley Robert Edwards.

Inside the mind of Claremont killer Bradley Robert Edwards

He stalked the streets of Claremont to rape and murder women. Now, a criminal psychologist claims it’s ‘highly improbable’ Bradley Robert Edwards’ crimes stopped there.

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