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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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Three Australians Sentenced Over 2025 Bali Shooting Death of Melbourne Man

Three Australians were sentenced to 12 and 16 years in Bali for the 2025 shooting death of Melbourne man Zivan Radmanovic. The men claimed they were paid by an unidentified individual to intimidate a debt debtor, with one victim surviving the attack.

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Albanese Details 2am Talk with Trump on Iranian Footballers’ Asylum

Prime Minister Albanese discussed a 2am call with Donald Trump about granting asylum to five Iranian women footballers. Australia is deploying surveillance aircraft to the Gulf in a defensive role amid regional tensions, while energy and evacuation updates were also provided.

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Australia Grants Asylum to Five Iranian Women Footballers Amid Safety Concerns

Five Iranian women footballers have been granted asylum in Australia amid fears of punishment if they return home. US President Trump confirmed the move and highlighted ongoing concerns for other team members' safety and family threats.

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One Nation Candidate Compares Julia Gillard to 'Non-Productive Old Cow' in Farrer Byelection

One Nation's David Farley likened former PM Julia Gillard to a 'non-productive old cow' in 2012 comments. Pauline Hanson defends him as tongue-in-cheek amid Farrer byelection campaign.

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NT Floods Force Daly River Evacuation as Crocodile Warnings Issued

Northern Territory floods have led to the full evacuation of Daly River amid rising waters and crocodile warnings. Emergency services continue rescue efforts as disaster assistance is announced and severe weather impacts Queensland and NT.

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Ex-Liberal MP Jenny Ware Urges Gender Quotas for Party Renewal and Election Success

Former Liberal MP Jenny Ware urges her party to adopt gender quotas to better reflect Australia’s diversity and improve election prospects, criticizing past leadership and calling for urgent reform.

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Greg Craven Selected to Assess University Antisemitism Report After No Bids

Greg Craven was appointed to assess university antisemitism report cards after no bids were received in an open tender. The appointment has drawn criticism due to Craven's past comments on universities and antisemitism.

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