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Online Racism Severely Impacts First Nations Mental Health, Say Experts

The Australian Human Rights Commission calls for a digital duty of care as First Nations people report rising online racism harming mental health, highlighted by a controversial video and community responses.

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Man Charged with Kidnap and Murder of Missing Sydney Woman

A 33-year-old man has been charged with the alleged kidnapping and murder of a 58-year-old Sydney woman whose body remains missing. The woman was last heard from Monday afternoon, and her car was found the next day in Winston Hills.

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Gareth Evans Critiques Aukus as One of Australia's Worst Foreign Policy Moves

Gareth Evans calls Aukus one of Australia's worst foreign policy decisions, warning of unrealistic US defence expectations and challenges in submarine delivery.

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Angus Taylor Denies Seat-Sharing with One Nation; $100m Boost for Arthritis Research

Opposition leader Angus Taylor denies plans to divide seats with One Nation. Australia pushes for a negotiated Middle East ceasefire. The government invests $100m in arthritis research and the TGA cracks down on illegal peptides amid rising online sales.

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NSW Admits Police Battery and False Imprisonment of Protester Hannah Thomas

NSW admits police battery and false imprisonment of Hannah Thomas during a pro-Palestine protest, offers to pay medical costs but denies malicious prosecution claims.

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Bondi Terror Charges Rise; Australia Joins West Bank Sanctions

Naveed Akram faces 19 new charges over the Bondi terror attack, raising total to 78. Australia joins West Bank sanctions. Other news includes ACT abolishing stamp duty for first home buyers, NDIS reforms, and Western Sydney airport opening date.

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Bondi Beach Shooting Suspect Faces 19 New Charges in Addition to 59 Existing Ones

Naveed Akram, accused of the Bondi Beach shooting that killed 15, faces 19 new charges, adding to 59 existing ones. The attack led to major gun reforms and a royal commission into antisemitism.

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Julia Gillard Condemns ‘Ditch the Witch’ Ads; One Nation Leads Labor in New Poll

Julia Gillard condemns 'Ditch the Witch' ads targeting Victorian premier. One Nation leads Labor in latest Newspoll. Former Australian of the Year Richard Scolyer dies aged 59. King's Birthday honours awarded to notable Australians.

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Tony Abbott Welcomes Lincoln Folo as Liberals’ New Top Strategist Amid Rebuild

Lincoln Folo appointed as Liberal Party’s new top strategist to rebuild campaign efforts after election losses, with Tony Abbott praising his experience. Other news includes rising personal loans, Queensland’s First Nations policy concerns, Sydney Opera House event expansions, and Socceroos’ Worl...

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ANU Scandals Cost $100m; PM Defends One Nation Voters Amid Tax Debate

ANU faces $100m loss from scandals; PM Albanese defends tax reforms and One Nation voters; NSW issues measles alert; ASIC investigates KPMG misuse claims.

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Over 100,000 Exotic Cockroaches Seized in Largest Australian Bust Worth $200,000

Over 100,000 exotic cockroaches worth $200,000 were seized from a NSW breeder in the largest illegal invertebrate bust in Australia, raising biosecurity concerns and calls for stronger enforcement.

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Bondi Attack Hero Ahmed al-Ahmed Charged with Assaulting Father

Ahmed al-Ahmed, hero of the Bondi terror attack, has been charged with assaulting his father. He was praised worldwide for disarming a gunman during the attack and is due in court on 29 July.

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