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Australian Associated Press'Climate action pays': call to rev up clean investment
There can be winners in the clean energy race, a group of super funds says, rolling out a campaign to quell community fears and accelerate development.
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Smith, Barrass among players awaiting AFL trades
Several trades are expected to be confirmed on the last day of the AFL trade period, with Bailey Smith and Tom Barrass among top players still awaiting deals.
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Confident Socceroos turn focus to Saudis
The Socceroos will take a wealth of confidence from their draw in Japan as they turn their focus to the crunch World Cup qualifier against Saudi Arabia.
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Subscription traps, dodgy deals and hidden fees to go
Subscription traps, manipulative sales tactics and hidden fees could be banned under proposed federal laws.
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Melbourne, SE Qld lead way for new jobs figures
Data reveals the areas of Australia with the highest level of jobs growth in the year to August, according to an ABS analysis.
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Sydney beach closed over mysterious 'dark spheres'
The appearance of unexplained ball-shaped debris on eastern Sydney's Coogee Beach has prompted authorities to close it down.
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One ring to track all? Wearable tech extends its reach
Would you trust a ring to track your sleep? It is a question more Australians may ask this Christmas as smart jewellery vies for attention.
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Leaders to lock horns again in election debate
Premier Steven Miles and Opposition Leader David Crisafulli will face off again in the countdown to the Queensland election in the second leadership debate.
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Kamran fills Babar's shoes with debut ton for Pakistan
Pakistan have made a solid start to the second Test against England with 29-year-old debutant Kamran Ghulam making 118 in their first day score of 5-259.
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Popovic proud after Socceroos draw with Japan away
The Socceroos have fallen short of beating Japan away, but fought out a dramatic 1-1 draw to claim a crucial World Cup qualifying point in Saitama.
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Russia's Olympic chief quits amid 'challenges'
Citing geopolitical challenges, Russia's Olympic chief says he will quit the role, saying it's time for a change of leader and team.
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Giants facing AFL sanction over post-season function
GWS players face potential AFL sanctions after an anonymous tip-off about an end-of-season function, with the league saying their probe is in its final stages.
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Sir Alex Ferguson to depart Man Utd ambassador role
Manchester United icon Sir Alex Ferguson's role as an ambassador for the Premier League club is to end as it cuts costs.
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Arsenal Women coach Eidevall quits early in season
Arsenal Women manager Jonas Eidevall has quit less than a month into the new season
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Shami injury doubt for India's tour to Australia
India could be without a major strike weapon for the five-Test series in Australia with pace bowler Mohammed Shami under an injury cloud.
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India focused on Black Caps ahead of Australia tour
India will be out to continue a run of 18 consecutive home Test series wins when they meet New Zealand in three matches from Wednesday.
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Sparklers to petrol: attacks on YouTuber home escalated
A group of men allegedly tried to set the home of a popular YouTuber on fire using sparklers, then ramped up their efforts by dousing the residence in petrol.
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LNP drum up support after dancing around costings
The Queensland opposition has drummed up interest for its youth crime prevention measures after being accused of dancing around costings ahead of the election.
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Houston deal done, Eagles defend trading No.3 pick
The first two big deals of the AFL trade period have been confirmed, with Carlton securing the No.3 pick before Dan Houston completed his move to Collingwood.
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State-owned power body to be included in constitution
The revival of Victoria's State Electricity Commission and renewable energy targets will be included in the state's constitution, after laws passed parliament.