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Australian Associated PressThree killed in New Caledonia riots after voting change
Violence has gripped New Caledonia with three people killed in unrest sparked by a move to change voting rules in the French Pacific territory.
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'Hate is not a family value': book ban protesters erupt
A war of wars has erupted between rival groups outside a Sydney council chambers over the decision to ban a book featuring same-sex parenting.
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Blood proteins 'could warn of cancer before diagnosis'
Scientists hope findings that link cancer with proteins found in the blood could lead to earlier detection of the disease.
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Labor MP issues explosive call for PM to back Palestine
Fatima Payman has split with Labor colleagues and issued a scathing rebuke of the prime minister as she called for more action to protect Palestinians.
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Heppell buoyed as Bombers build solid AFL form
Former Essendon captain Dyson Heppell says he's having the most fun of his career, thanks to the Bombers' strong form and the people around him at the club.
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Auskick kids in shock and awe as Buddy pays a visit
Children at a Darwin Auskick AFL clinic were treated to a surprise appearance by retired great Lance Franklin as part of the Sir Doug Nicholls Indigenous round.
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Cats rest star trio in selection gamble for Suns test
Geelong premiership stars Tom Hawkins, Mitch Duncan and Rhys Stanley have all been rested for their side's AFL clash with Gold Coast in Darwin.
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Boomers star returns in NBL boost for Melbourne
Boomers forward and NBA champion Jack White has agreed to return to Melbourne United in a boost to the team's NBL title prospects next season.
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Aussie Olympic flagbearer banned for sex with minor
Brendan Kerry, an Australian figure skater who competed at three Winter Olympics, has been banned in the US for sexual misconduct.
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Daughter tells trial of missing camper's 14-year affair
The daughter of a woman allegedly murdered while camping with her childhood sweetheart has spoken about her mother's 14-year relationship with the married man.
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Man cried for help before river drowning, coroner told
A coroner has heard a young Indigenous man drowned in an attempt to evade police by crossing a river after being caught up in a stolen car pursuit.
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Star makes final appeal to retain casino license
Mistakes by Star's leadership are unlikely to be repeated, an inquiry has heard, as the company made its closing pitch to keep its Sydney casino licence.
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Review sparked after three deaths at mental health unit
Multiple deaths at a Brisbane hospital have sparked an independent review, with Queensland's public mental health services under fire.
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Off-ramps built into Labor's future industries agenda
Another era of prosperity is at the heart of the government's new industry plan, yet much hinges on its design to ensure taxpayer funds are used wisely.
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AFP detective doubted reports of terror accused's death
The detective who led an investigation into alleged terrorist Neil Prakash said he doubted reports the Australian had been killed overseas.
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Schoolgirl's alleged murderer threatened to 'kill' mum
Threatening voicemails by Charlise Mutten's alleged killer to her mother the morning after he is accused of shooting the girl dead have been played to a court.
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Farmers butt heads over sheep and 'poor' budget
Farmers angered by a planned live sheep export ban have walked out on the agriculture minister during a post-budget wrap up.
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Indefinite bans for NRL fans after alleged racial abuse
The NRL spectators who allegedly racially abused Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker have received indefinite bans from attending live games.
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Sparks fly over energy bill handouts for the wealthy
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has defended a handout of energy rebates to all households despite calls to have it extended more to those struggling to make ends meet.
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Aurelio Vidmar secures permanent Melbourne City deal
Melbourne City coach Aurelio Vidmar has signed a two-year deal with the A-League Men club after an impressive interim spell in charge.