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ABC journalist releases explosive statement about NSW Opposition leader

ABC journalist releases explosive statement about NSW Opposition leader

The ABC has released a lengthy statement from Ashleigh Raper, outlining her version of the events of an incident involving Mr Foley at a CBD bar in late November 2016.

  • by Alexandra Smith
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Russia probe

A day after the midterms the Russia probe is back - big time

A day after the midterms the Russia probe is back - big time

Among the political class in Washington DC, firing Sessions has long been seen as the first step Trump would take if he were to shut down the Mueller inquiry.

  • by Matthew Knott

NT police search for missing boy after three found dead near car

NT police search for missing boy after three found dead near car

Land and air search is underway for a 12-year-old boy after three people were found dead near a broken down car about 300km northwest of Alice Springs.

  • by Chris McLennan & AAP

'Reckless, cruel irresponsibility': Rush barrister slams Telegraph

'Reckless, cruel irresponsibility': Rush barrister slams Telegraph

The barrister acting for Geoffrey Rush has described articles about the actor as "the most recklessly irresponsible" journalism to come before the courts.

  • by Michaela Whitbourn

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We live in the people's republic of Canberra. Here's why it might not be such a good thing

We live in the people's republic of Canberra. Here's why it might not be such a good thing

This Labor fiefdom desperately needs an effective opposition to jolt the governing party out of complacency.

  • by Jenny Stewart
'What's wrong with people?': Ducklings killed at golf club

'What's wrong with people?': Ducklings killed at golf club

ACT Parks and Conservation Service is investigating a report a group of men killed the birds deliberately.

  • by Han Nguyen
'Guilty': Todd admits murdering Eurydice Dixon
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'Guilty': Todd admits murdering Eurydice Dixon

A 19-year-old man has pleaded guilty to murdering young comedian Eurydice Dixon in Melbourne.

  • by Adam Cooper
Daliah - the girl who beat Kellogg's - is Caps'  No.1 fan

Daliah - the girl who beat Kellogg's - is Caps'  No.1 fan

Daliah said she hoped the Canberra Capitals' players would end up on the Nutri-Grain boxes.

  • by Megan Doherty
White House suspends reporter after Trump clash

White House suspends reporter after Trump clash

The White House says it has suspended the press pass of CNN White House correspondent Jim Acosta.

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Scott Morrison splashes cash in the Pacific as China fears loom

Scott Morrison splashes cash in the Pacific as China fears loom

Prime Minister Scott Morrison will pledge $3 billion towards much-needed infrastructure in Pacific nations as part of a frank admission Australia has sometimes taken its neighbours for granted and amid concerns that China is building its influence on Australia’s doorstep.

  • by David Wroe

World

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The inner south precinct for apartment-living foodies

The inner south precinct for apartment-living foodies

Hint: the suburb is named after Australia's first prime minister.

  • by Lucy Bladen
What we're getting wrong with sustainability

What we're getting wrong with sustainability

Why aren't Australian homes more environmentally friendly, and what, if anything, can we do about it?

  • by Nicole Frost

Business

'Plainly ridiculous': Judge challenges ASIC's push to fine Westpac $58m

'Plainly ridiculous': Judge challenges ASIC's push to fine Westpac $58m

ASIC has asked the court to fine Westpac $58 million for rigging a key interest rate, while the bank is arguing it should be fined $3.3 million.

  • by Sarah Danckert

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Entertainment

Robin Wright is the embodiment of lethal blonde ambition in the final season of <i>House Of Cards</I>.

Armed and dangerous: the changing roles of women in TV

From Robin Wright in House of Cards to Laura Linney in Ozark, dangerous women are the engine rooms of recent TV dramas.

  • by Debi Enker
'Breach of trust': JK Rowling sues former personal assistant

'Breach of trust': JK Rowling sues former personal assistant

The former employee denies the claims. 

  • by Broede Carmody

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Behind the gates, The Birdcage is a fashionable mess

Behind the gates, The Birdcage is a fashionable mess

Despite the wash out, the race that stops a nation hosted a carnival of characters determined to steal the show.

  • by Benjamen Judd
I prioritise socialising over my children's homework, this is why

I prioritise socialising over my children's homework, this is why

If you're one of my children's teachers, you should stop reading now.

  • by Carolyn Tate

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Sport

Behrendorff's Aussie call up proof the PM's XI is still alive

Behrendorff's Aussie call up proof the PM's XI is still alive

The big Tuggeranong quick put himself on the international radar last week and proves the Prime Minister's XI fixture is alive.

  • by Chris Dutton
Canberra's world champ has sights set on Federal

Canberra's world champ has sights set on Federal

Canberra young gun Adam Thorp wants to win his home tournament, the Federal Amateur Open, which tees off on Friday.

  • by David Polkinghorne

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