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NSW Police Correct False Claim After Officer Fatally Shoots Steve Pampalian

An inquest revealed that NSW police incorrectly claimed Steve Pampalian was known to them before he was fatally shot during a psychotic episode. The case has prompted scrutiny of police mental health responses and led to policy changes including automatic body camera activation and increased trai...

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Canadian Teen Drowned After Dingo Attack on Australian Beach

Piper James, a 19-year-old Canadian backpacker, drowned after a dingo attack on K'Gari, Australia. Her death is under investigation. Several dingoes were euthanised following the incident. The island hosts about 200 protected dingoes.

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Police Told Kelly Wilkinson to ‘Cool Off’ Days Before Husband Killed Her, Inquest Reveals

Kelly Wilkinson was turned away by police and told to 'cool off' just days before her estranged husband murdered her, an inquest revealed.

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Stranded Australians Return from Middle East as Inquiry into Indigenous Racism Begins

Canadian PM Mark Carney questions legality of US-Israel strikes on Iran. Treasurer Jim Chalmers promises ambitious budget amid global uncertainty. Three flights scheduled to bring Australians home from the Middle East. Inquiry launched into racism against Indigenous Australians.

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Jacinta Allan Confirms Work-From-Home Law Will Cover All Victorian Businesses

Victoria plans to legislate a right to work from home two days weekly for all employees, including those in small businesses, sparking debate among business groups and political leaders.

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Pauline Hanson’s Taxpayer-Funded Trips Aligned with One Nation Fundraisers

Queensland senator Pauline Hanson billed taxpayers for flights and vehicles to attend One Nation fundraisers, including trips with her daughter during the last election, raising questions about parliamentary rules compliance.

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Men Nearly Twice as Likely as Women to Earn High Salaries in Australia, Report Shows

Men are nearly twice as likely as women to earn $220,000 annually in Australia, with minimal progress closing the gender pay gap, according to the Workplace Gender Equality Agency's latest report.

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Albanese Proposes Stricter Rules for Lobbyists’ Unrestricted Access in Parliament

Prime Minister Albanese urges a review of lobbyist access to Parliament House, seeking greater transparency and security for orange passholders with unescorted access.

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Australia Won't Join Iran Conflict, Marles Confident in Defence Forces' Safety

Australia will not participate in the Iran conflict, says Penny Wong. Deputy PM Marles expresses confidence in defence personnel safety amid Middle East tensions. Over 115,000 Australians are in the region amid travel disruptions. Independent MPs push for merit-based public appointments.

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Australia's Cabinet to Meet Amid US-Israel Strikes on Iran; NSW Unveils Foster Care Reforms

The NSW government announces major foster care reforms while Australia's cabinet prepares to meet amid US and Israel strikes on Iran, condemning Iran's regime and recent attacks on Australian soil.

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Tribunal Rules Burgertory Founder’s Chant Incited Hatred Against Jews

A Victorian tribunal ruled that Hash Tayeh's chant at a Melbourne rally incited hatred against Jewish people, breaching the Racial and Religious Tolerance Act. Tayeh plans to appeal the decision.

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Attorneys General to Tackle Antisemitism and Online Hate; RBA Links Cheaper Mortgages to Higher Cash Rate

State and federal attorneys general meet in Sydney to address antisemitism and online hate. RBA research links cheaper mortgages to a higher cash rate amid bank competition.

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