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Labor Criticizes Coalition’s Plan to Criminalize Aid for Australians Leaving Syria

Labor accuses Coalition of political tactics over plan to criminalize aid for Australians linked to Islamic State in Syria amid debates on repatriation and national security.

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AFP Seizes 28kg Cocaine; Chalmers Urged to Be Bold in May Budget

Australian Federal Police seized 28kg of cocaine hidden in a luxury bus. Treasurer Jim Chalmers urged to pursue bold reforms in May budget amid optimism from productivity roundtable guests.

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Taylor Disagrees with Hanson’s Anti-Muslim Remarks but Won’t Demand Apology

Opposition leader Angus Taylor disagrees with Pauline Hanson’s anti-Muslim remarks but stops short of calling for an apology. Meanwhile, a coroner reports on a teenager’s fatal allergic reaction, Guzman y Gomez faces market challenges, and other key Australian news unfolds.

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Court Rules Sydney Ban on Isaac Herzog Protester While on Bail Is Unreasonable

A Sydney court varied bail conditions for Palestinian Australian protester Eyad Shadid, ruling a ban on entering inner Sydney during Isaac Herzog's visit was disproportionate amid ongoing legal and community responses.

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Tony Burke Criticizes Coalition Over Syria IS Families' Return Policy

Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke criticizes Coalition's stance on IS-linked families' return from Syria, while Australia announces $170m for early learning. Aussie snowboarder Ally Hickman injured but finishes seventh. NZ's Winston Peters condemns Australian political instability.

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Report Finds Racism Systemic at Australian Universities; Angus Taylor Denies Migration Policy Knowledge

A national study reveals racism is systemic in Australian universities, with 70% experiencing indirect racism. The report urges government action and highlights low complaint rates. Angus Taylor denies knowledge of a controversial migration policy.

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Albanese Defends Aukus as $30bn Submarine Shipyard Cost Revealed

Australia will invest $30bn in a new Adelaide shipyard to build nuclear submarines under Aukus. PM Albanese commits $3.9bn down payment, dismissing concerns over the deal's future.

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NSW Adds Extra Public Holiday for Anzac Day Through 2027

NSW Premier Chris Minns announces an extra public holiday for Anzac Day in 2026 and 2027, with potential for permanent change after community and economic review.

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Angus Taylor Resigns from Shadow Cabinet, Challenges Sussan Ley for Liberal Leadership

Angus Taylor resigns from shadow cabinet, plans to challenge Sussan Ley for Liberal leadership amid party turmoil and poor poll results.

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Turnbull Urges Taylor to Declare Leadership Bid; Man Charged After Sydney Protest

Malcolm Turnbull urges Angus Taylor to declare leadership ambitions as tensions rise within the Liberal party. Meanwhile, protests against Israeli President Herzog's visit continue in Sydney, with police actions under scrutiny and a man charged after a torch incident.

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Australia Police Defend Response After Violent Sydney Protest Over Israeli President Visit

Australian police defended their response after violent clashes at a Sydney protest against Israeli president Isaac Herzog's visit, amid legal restrictions and community tensions.

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Minns Defends Police Amid Sydney Protest Clashes; Plibersek Highlights Concerns Over Videos

NSW Premier Minns defends police amid violent Sydney protests; Plibersek raises concerns over videos. Police faced 'impossible situation' managing clashes during Israeli president's visit. Government announces plan to end violence against First Nations women.

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