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South Australia’s Liberals Risk One Nation Gains Amid Election Preference Shuffle

South Australia’s Liberals face a tough election as One Nation gains ground, risking shifts in preferences and potential seat losses amid Labor’s strong position.

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Trump Criticizes Australia Over Iran Conflict; Cyclone Narelle Forms in Coral Sea

Donald Trump criticizes Australia for not joining his Iran conflict; Cyclone Narelle forms in Coral Sea, threatening Queensland and Northern Territory. Treasurer Jim Chalmers addresses inflation, rate rises, and downplays recession fears amid global uncertainty.

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Trump Pressures Allies Over Hormuz Strait; Dubai Airport Flights Halted After Drone Incident

Iranian football captain Zahra Ghanbari withdraws asylum claim and leaves Australia. Trump pressures allies to secure Strait of Hormuz amid rising oil prices and regional conflict. Dubai airport halts flights after drone incident. Global tensions escalate.

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Hybrid Car Sales Soar as Petrol Vehicles Decline; Man Fatally Shot in Sydney

A fifth Iranian women’s soccer team member leaves Australia after withdrawing asylum claim. Hybrid car sales hit record highs as petrol vehicles decline. A man dies in a Sydney shooting. Oscars ceremony underway with notable nominees.

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Queensland Floods, Victoria’s Tobacco Crackdown, and Key Political Updates Across Australia

Floodwaters near Longreach rise amid sunny skies; Victoria to empower tobacco inspectors; political updates include Farrer byelection candidates and Queensland theatre naming controversy.

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NT Officer Rescues School Kids and German Shepherd Amid Severe Flooding

NT emergency services rescued school children and a German shepherd during severe floods in Katherine, NT. Hundreds remain displaced as floodwaters continue to rise amid heavy rainfall warnings.

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Australia orders non-essential staff from Israel and UAE; two teens die in Brisbane ebike crash

Australia orders non-essential staff to leave Israel and UAE amid Middle East conflict. Two teens die in Brisbane ebike crash. Greens announce Brunswick candidate after MP’s cancer diagnosis. NSW extends no-interest loan scheme amid cost pressures.

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NSW Anti-Slavery Chief Questions Iranian Team Exit; Earthquake Felt Near Canberra

NSW anti-slavery commissioner questions authorities over Iranian football team's departure amid coercion concerns. Victorian plan proposes vendors pay for building inspections. Queensland police find vehicle linked to missing tourists. Earthquake of 4.4 magnitude felt near Canberra.

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UK Couple Die After Rescue Attempt at Shellharbour Beach, Australia

A UK couple died after being rescued from the water at Shellharbour beach, NSW. Emergency responders and bystanders attempted CPR, but the couple was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities and the Foreign Office are supporting the family.

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Iranian Football Asylum Seekers Face Challenges and Hope in New Australian Life

Iranian football asylum seekers in Australia face language and cultural challenges but receive community support and settlement services, with hopes to continue their athletic careers.

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Julian Leeser Raises Concerns Over Naplan Data After Tech Glitch Delays Tests

Naplan testing across Australia was disrupted by a digital platform glitch affecting 1.4 million students. Authorities have resumed testing and apologized, while experts and politicians raise concerns about fairness and data integrity.

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Two More Iranian Footballers Seek Asylum; NSW Hospitals Report Record Emergency Visits

Over 3,000 Australians have returned from the Middle East amid ongoing conflict. Two more Iranian women footballers seek asylum in Australia. NSW public hospitals report record emergency attendances and ambulance responses in late 2025.

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