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Court Hears Rebel Wilson's Allegations Against Actress Are Malicious Fabrications

Rebel Wilson faces a defamation trial in Sydney over claims she made about actress Charlotte MacInnes being sexually harassed and retracting a complaint for career gain. The court heard detailed evidence and conflicting accounts regarding a bath incident involving producer Amanda Ghost.

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Barry Cable Acquitted of Historic Child Sex Abuse Charges Despite Judge's Doubts

Barry Cable, former footballer, was acquitted of historic child sex abuse charges despite a judge finding the alleged victim credible. The case involved allegations from the 1960s, with Cable denying all charges. A related civil trial awarded damages to another victim.

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New Zealand Declares State of Emergency in Wellington Amid Severe Flooding

New Zealand's capital Wellington faces a state of emergency as record rainfall causes flash floods, landslides, evacuations, and missing persons. Authorities urge residents to stay safe amid ongoing severe weather.

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Australia Faces Largest Energy Shock Amid Strait of Hormuz Tensions, Minister Says

Australia faces its largest energy shock amid Strait of Hormuz tensions. Viva Energy's Geelong refinery nears normal production after fire. Nationals confident in Farrer byelection. Senator Pocock campaigns for gas export tax. ANU poll shows record low life satisfaction.

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Victoria Extends Free Public Transport; NSW Man Charged with Murder

A search continues for a missing cruise passenger off Queensland. Victoria extends free public transport; a man charged with murder in NSW. Supanova event proceeds after fatal incident. Former Nationals leader urges Australia to intervene in Hormuz dispute.

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Court Documents Reveal Ben Roberts-Smith Allegedly Ordered Executions of Unarmed Civilians

Ben Roberts-Smith, a decorated Australian soldier, faces five war crime murder charges alleging he ordered or was complicit in executing unarmed civilians in Afghanistan. Court documents detail witness accounts and specific incidents, with bail granted under strict conditions.

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Ben Roberts-Smith Granted Bail Amid War Crime Allegations

Ben Roberts-Smith, Australia's most decorated soldier, has been granted bail on war crime charges involving alleged murders of Afghan detainees. The case faces complex legal challenges and strict bail conditions amid concerns over trial delays and flight risk.

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Australia Fuel Tracker: Current Petrol, Diesel Prices, Outages & Shipments in Charts

Track Australia's current petrol and diesel prices, fuel station outages, and tanker shipments amid the ongoing fuel crisis with detailed charts and data.

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Harry and Meghan Meet Survivors of Bondi Beach Shooting During Australia Visit

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex met survivors and responders of the Bondi Beach shooting during their Australian visit, engaging with community members and attending an Invictus Australia sailing event.

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Ben Roberts-Smith Planned Overseas Move Before Arrest, Court Told

Ben Roberts-Smith, charged with five war crime murders, was planning to move overseas before his arrest. His bail hearing revealed risks of flight and witness interference, with legal teams debating exceptional circumstances amid complex national security issues.

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Albanese to Visit Geelong Refinery After Fire; Fertiliser Supplies Secured from Indonesia

Prime Minister Albanese returns early from Malaysia to visit Geelong refinery after a major fire. Australia secures 250,000 tonnes of fertiliser from Indonesia under a new government-backed deal.

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Geelong Refinery Fire May Raise Victorian Fuel Prices by 20c/L, Experts Say

A fire at Viva Energy’s Geelong refinery may cause Victorian petrol prices to rise by up to 20c a litre and lead to short-term fuel shortages, though national supplies are expected to remain stable.

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