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'Evil' synagogue fire declared likely terrorism
The firebombing of a synagogue was likely an 'evil' and politically motivated terror attack, authorities say, as police search for three suspects.
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Infectious virus samples missing after state lab bungle
An investigation has been launched after a laboratory lost hundreds of infectious virus samples, but a state government has played down the public health risk.
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Influencer admits identity theft to aid drug dealer
An Instagram influencer who faced criticism after posting a video about feeding a cooked chicken to a wild crocodile has admitted to misuse of drivers licences.
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Embiid returns with a bang to trump Giddey's Bulls
Joel Embiid has scored 31 points in a triumphant return from injury, helping the 76ers beat Chicago despite a team-high 11 assists from Aussie Josh Giddey.
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Trains and a pay deal delayed as court halts work bans
State leaders jumped the gun going to court to stop industrial action on the nation's largest city rail network, a union says.
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Dockers star recruit Bolton keeps lid on flag hype
Fremantle are hoping prized recruit Shai Bolton can lead them to a much coveted first premiership, but the former Richmond star isn't buying into the hype.
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Storm star accused of targeting man in late-night brawl
Melbourne Storm star Shawn Blore and his brother allegedly punched and elbowed a man during a wild brawl outside a restaurant involving up to 15 people.
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Nuclear 'most expensive' for replacing coal-fired power
Renewable energy is the cheapest option to power Australia, according to scientific estimates that have been savaged by Opposition Leader Peter Dutton.
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Jail for woman who brought golden gun into Australia
A woman who flew from Los Angeles to Australia with a golden firearm in her luggage has been jailed with a magistrate wanting to send a message to others.
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Cops probe gruesome, plastic-wrapped body discovery
Police are yet to identify a dead woman's body found in bushes near a busy airport, but the case is being treated as a likely murder.
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New normal: knife laws inconvenient, but here to stay
In a move likened to roadside breath testing, police will randomly target areas where violence has previously occurred and wand people for weapons in new laws.
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Tongan PM Sovaleni resigns ahead of no-confidence vote
Tonga's parliament must elect a new prime minister following the resignation of Hu'akavameiliku Siaosi Sovaleni after three years in the job.
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China locked out of Nauru security in Australian pact
Australia needs to agree to Nauru entering a security or banking agreement with a third country after signing a treaty to prop up the Pacific nation's budget.
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'Loved and adored' teen killed by methanol farewelled
Friends of Holly Bowles, who died along with her best friend from methanol poisoning while holidaying overseas, have paid a touching tribute at her funeral.
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Insurers 'price gouging' with secret premium hikes
Millions of Australians are being overcharged by health insurers using a loophole to dodge the rules against raising premiums.
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Hazlewood calls India's Siraj 'good character'
Injured Australian quick Josh Hazlewood has called his former Indian Premier League teammate Mohammed Siraj a "good character".
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Hazlewood builds fitness ahead of looming Test return
The next 24 hours will be crucial in deciding if star quick Josh Hazlewood will be fit to return for Australia's third Test against India.
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All Blacks prop eligible for Wallabies after Reds deal
Chiefs veteran Aidan Ross has signed a two-year Super Rugby deal with Queensland, with the Australia-born prop eligible for the Wallabies.
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Allen sets NFL touchdown mark, but Bills beaten by Rams
The LA Rams have overcome Josh Allen's record six-touchdown performance to snap Buffalo's seven-game NFL winning streak with a 44-42 victory in California.
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Girl once accused of murder pleads to go outside
A 13-year-old girl who had a murder charge against her struck out has pleaded with her lawyer to be allowed outside again, a court has been told.