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Missing six-year-old boy's father desperate for answers

Missing six-year-old boy's father desperate for answers

Cliff Mapham dropped his son Phoenix off at school nearly a week ago and hasn't seen him since. Police believe the Canberra boy's mother took him.

  • by Blake Foden

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Man denies killing Colin Winchester on behalf of organised crime group

Man denies killing Colin Winchester on behalf of organised crime group

The man denied he had been part of the Bungendore 11 or aware of the group's alleged belief that it had been double-crossed by Winchester.

  • by Michael Inman & Alexandra Back
'Not a world leader': Huawei boss slams Australia's NBN

'Not a world leader': Huawei boss slams Australia's NBN

In the aftermath of the decision to ban  Huawei, John Lord says the decision will have huge ramifications for Australia.

  • by Jennifer Duke & Kirsty Needham
'I paid half in everything.  I still get called a gold digger'

'I paid half in everything.  I still get called a gold digger'

I've never done anything to prompt this judgment; my crime was merely that I was poorer than my partner.

  • by Jess Gately
Peru declares health disaster as 2.3m Venezuelans flee

Peru declares health disaster as 2.3m Venezuelans flee

The South American nation announced a 60-day health emergency citing 'imminent danger' to its citizens.

  • by Mitra Taj
Bullying, intimidation claims rock a divided government

Bullying, intimidation claims rock a divided government

Fairfax Media has spoken to several MPs who are also angry at the brutal politics displayed during the Liberal leadership spill.

  • by David Crowe
'This is a nightmare for me, my career is disintegrating'

'This is a nightmare for me, my career is disintegrating'

A historic sexual assault charge against actor John Jarratt has cast a shadow over his future in the Wolf Creek franchise.

  • by Lucy Cormack
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Issue has proved too big for run of Australian leaders

From Howard to Turnbull, each played opportunistic politics with an issue upon which most Australians are united.

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    China and human rights: Is Australia 'making a difference'?

    It couldn’t be clearer that China’s and Australia’s human rights realities are increasingly intertwined.

    Sophie Richardson

    A man of faith is again leading the country, but what will that mean?

    Conservative faith communities reckon they are under siege, yet now one of their own again holds the highest political office.

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      'Not sceptical about climate science':  minister hits back in new price pledge

      'Not sceptical about climate science':  minister hits back in new price pledge

      Government will outline a new “price-busting” pledge to drive down the cost of power, warning against subsidies that force consumers to pay for renewable energy.

      • by David Crowe

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      A Camry to town with 'fraudsters': What scam victim Tim did next

      A Camry to town with 'fraudsters': What scam victim Tim did next

      Country locksmith Tim Batchelor told public examinations that he had to "change his jocks" after feeling pressured by alleged fraudsters.

      • by Sarah Danckert
      Former Australia Post boss, Westpac banker in Virgin chief line-up
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      AGL leadership change may renew Canberra tensions

      AGL leadership change may renew Canberra tensions

      • by Cole Latimer
      Virgin board clears the decks for John Borghetti's successor
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      Virgin board clears the decks for John Borghetti's successor

      • by Stephen Bartholomeusz

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      Bachelorette takes on one of the 'mean girls' - and gets eliminated

      Bachelorette takes on one of the 'mean girls' - and gets eliminated

      Nice girls seem to finish last in Wednesday night's episode of The Bachelor. 

      • by Genevieve Rota
      'My career is disintegrating': John Jarratt seeks earlier court date

      'My career is disintegrating': John Jarratt seeks earlier court date

      A historic sexual assault charge against the actor has made headlines in Hollywood.

      • by Lucy Cormack

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      10 exercises to sculpt and tone every muscle in your body

      10 exercises to sculpt and tone every muscle in your body

      Get every muscle moving with these easy moves that will bring maximum results.

      • by Michael Jarosky
      How to tell your child you’re getting divorced

      How to tell your child you’re getting divorced

      It's never going to be an easy conversation. Try these expert tips to help you break the news to your kids.

      • by Rachael Sharman

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      Canberra A-League bid: Debunking the player depth myth for expansion

      Canberra A-League bid: Debunking the player depth myth for expansion

      They say the talent doesn't exist for Canberra to sustain an A-League team but here's the evidence to suggest otherwise.

      • by Eamonn Tiernan
      Canberra Raiders shift to Wagga could come at a cost for stadium deal

      Canberra Raiders shift to Wagga could come at a cost for stadium deal

      The Canberra Raiders' decision to play one of their NRL home games in Wagga Wagga could cost $150,000.

      • by David Polkinghorne