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Angus Taylor Criticizes One Nation; Four More Charged in Chris Baghsarian Case

Opposition leader Angus Taylor criticizes One Nation amid ongoing political tensions. Four more charged in Chris Baghsarian's alleged murder. NT police release new photos in Peter Falconio case. Cancer rates rise among youth but survival improves.

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Tributes Pour In for Actor Sam Neill, Jurassic Park Star, Who Dies at 78

Sir Sam Neill, famed for Jurassic Park and other roles, has died aged 78. Tributes from leaders and colleagues highlight his impact on film and culture. Diagnosed with lymphoma in 2023, he continued acting until 2025 and is survived by his family.

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Police Contact Over 120 Families in Sydney Childcare Worker Abuse Probe

Australia Federal Police have contacted over 120 families as they investigate a former Sydney childcare worker charged with 329 offences against 136 victims over 16 years.

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Perth Indigenous Community Felt Ignored After Invasion Day Bombing Attempt, Inquiry Reveals

Perth's Indigenous community told a federal inquiry they felt ignored after a homemade bomb was thrown at the Invasion Day rally on 26 January, with concerns over police response and political silence highlighted.

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Royal Commission Witnesses Face Antisemitic Attacks, Virginia Bell Reveals

Royal Commission witnesses report antisemitic attacks after testimony. Hearings examine antisemitism on campuses, government monitors IS-linked woman, and Australia moves to digital passenger cards.

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Man Charged with Murder After Remains Found Believed to Be Missing Queensland Woman

Queensland police have charged a man with domestic violence murder after remains believed to be missing mother Jana Armstrong were found near Toowoomba. One Nation MP Barnaby Joyce declined to guarantee all party policies will be costed before the election.

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Bodycam Footage Shows Final Police Questioning of Peter Falconio's Killer

Australian police released bodycam footage of Bradley Murdoch being questioned about Peter Falconio's body on the 25th anniversary of the murder.

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New Footage Released of Killer's Final Police Interview in Falconio Case

Australian police released bodycam footage of Bradley Murdoch's final interview seeking Peter Falconio's remains ahead of the 25th anniversary of his disappearance.

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Jillian Segal urges oversight committee for ABC and SBS Israel coverage at royal commission

Antisemitism envoy Jillian Segal urges an independent oversight committee to review ABC and SBS coverage of Israel, citing community concerns over balance and accuracy amid the royal commission on antisemitism.

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Telstra Outage Continues to Affect Triple-Zero Calls as Regional Trains Resume Slowly

Telstra's network issues continue to affect triple-zero calls and regional train services, with ongoing disruptions prompting government investigations and welfare checks.

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Jewish Community Raises Concerns Over ABC’s Middle East Coverage, Segal Tells Royal Commission

Jillian Segal told the antisemitism royal commission that the Jewish community perceives ABC's Middle East coverage as biased and overemphasizing Gaza, calling for independent oversight. Meanwhile, Telstra reports progress on triple zero issues amid ongoing train disruptions.

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Major Telstra Outage Disrupts Trains, Emergency Calls Across Australia

A major Telstra outage disrupted train services, mobile coverage, and emergency calls across Australia, prompting welfare checks and a regulatory investigation.

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