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theguardian.com | 9 min. ago NEW

Australian politics live: ABC calls for One Nation to ‘immediately remove’ Bluey cartoon; Coalition MP ejected from question time for swearing

Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastOnline hate is spilling into the real world, AFP warnsAFP Commissioner Krissy Barrett began her late-night appearance at the Senate estimates hearing noting “a heaviness that hangs across Australia” after the alleged attack on independent MP Helen Haines.Lone actors are being motivated by a convergence of personal grievances, mental health vulnerabilities and ideological concerns … What helped keep us safe in recent times, such as our geography, analogue systems and far away criminals, has been impacted by fully integrated technology, social media and artificial intelligence.We hear about the devastating impacts of racism from communities every day.

But many experiences go unreported or uncounted, and our systems often do not capture the full picture.This is not about collecting more data to prove racism exists. We already know it does. It is about making inequality visible, holding institutions to account and giving communities greater agency over their data to drive real change.

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smh.com.au | 30 min. ago NEW

Kurtley Beale returns from wilderness in shock Wallabies call-up

Beale last played a Test match for Australia in 2021 but the 37-year-old has won a remarkable recall to the Wallabies for the upcoming spring tour.

smh.com.au | 47 min. ago NEW

The four balls that turned the Test, and saved captain Pat Cummins

South Africa were in control when Pat Cummins handed Mitchell Starc the second new ball. Twenty minutes later, Australia were back in the game.

theguardian.com | 1 hrs. 16 min. ago

‘Backdrop for countless local love stories’: Geelong gingko named Victorian tree of the year

National trust of Victoria award celebrates much-loved arboreal icons while calling for protection of green spacesFor more than 160 years, a humble ginkgo tree raised from seed in Geelong’s botanic gardens has been the backdrop to “countless local love stories”. Standing beneath it is the most popular spot to get married at the park, its branches forming the backdrop of many wedding photos.Now, in addition to being the largest inkgo biloba in the state – and possibly Australia – at a whopping 20 metres tall, it has a new claim to fame.

The much-adored Geelong icon has been crowned Victoria’s tree of the year. Continue reading...

smh.com.au | 1 hrs. 21 min. ago

Cost of two-day Tests to cricket’s bottom line revealed as CA boss admits men’s team needs new blood

From disastrous two-day Tests to a public feud over the BBL, there’s been a lot happening at Cricket Australia. But the need to regenerate the men’s Test side might be their most pressing issue.

newsbeep.com | 1 hrs. 45 min. ago

Australian politics live: ABC calls for One Nation to ‘immediately remove’ Bluey cartoon; RBA says no recession on way

Australia news | ABC reiterates call for One Nation to remove Bluey cartoonAmanda Meade The ABC has doubled down on its…

abc.net.au | 2 hrs. 2 min. ago

Inflation surges more than expected ahead of RBA meeting

Australia's inflation rate picked up more than expected in September, increasing expectations of an interest rate hike next week.

abcnews.com | 2 hrs. 4 min. ago

Ashes, India series result in record revenue, net surplus for Cricket Australia

Media rights agreements for the Ashes and a limited-overs series against India have helped Cricket Australia post a record revenue of 601.1 million Australian dollars ($423 million) and a net surplus of A$81.8 million ($57 million)

dailymail.com | 2 hrs. 58 min. ago

Inside the bold email that landed Meghan Markle on MasterChef Australia - as politicians unite to reject funding for the Duchess of Sussex's security

MasterChef Australia surprised fans in April when none other than Meghan Markle made a shock appearance on the cooking reality show.

abc.net.au | 3 hrs. 1 min. ago

Councils struggle to access millions in flood recovery funding

Central Australian councils say months of paperwork and costly assessments have delayed disaster recovery funding, as the federal government moves to reform the system.

smh.com.au | 3 hrs. 5 min. ago

Boxing star floats superfight with fellow Aussie

Glamorous boxer Skye Nicolson says there is a chance she one day fights fellow Aussie pugilist Cherneka Johnson in Australia.

theguardian.com | 3 hrs. 50 min. ago

Former Met officer who worked with Wayne Couzens found guilty of rape

Mark Tyrrell, who was in same unit as Sarah Everard’s killer, also guilty on three counts of sexual assaultA former Metropolitan police officer who served in the same unit as Sarah Everard’s killer, Wayne Couzens, has been found guilty of sexual offences against a woman he met through his work as an officer.A court heard that Mark Tyrrell raped the woman – who cannot be identified for legal reasons – by having sex with her after she repeatedly said no.Information and support for anyone affected by rape or sexual abuse issues is available from the following organisations.

In the UK, Rape Crisis offers support on 0808 500 2222 in England and Wales, 0808 801 0302 in Scotland, or 0800 0246 991 in Northern Ireland. In the US, Rainn offers support on 800-656-4673. In Australia, support is available at 1800Respect (1800 737 732).

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theguardian.com | 3 hrs. 54 min. ago

‘I use disposable cups’: Chris Minns backflips on takeaway coffee cups after media and business backlash

Legislation requiring mugs to be offered when people drink at cafes, to be scrapped with environment minister stating ‘we need to clear this up’Follow our Australian politics live blog for latest updatesGet our daily political email, free app or daily news podcastThe New South Wales government has backflipped on its plan to force cafes to offer customers who dine in the option of mugs and glasses instead of takeaway cups.The Chris Minns government will also ditch a law that would have required businesses to participate in a reusable cup scheme or risk a fine up to $110,000.

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abc.net.au | 3 hrs. 57 min. ago

Breaking: Inflation surges more than expected ahead of RBA meeting

Australia's inflation rate picked up more than expected in September, increasing expectations of an interest rate hike next week.

abc.net.au | 4 hrs. 23 min. ago

Australia clawed its way back into the third Test, but big challenges await

Both Australia and South Africa will feel they had the better of certain moments on day one, setting up a fascinating second day's play.

koreatimes.co.kr | 4 hrs. 39 min. ago

Who's who in 50th CGI Conference

Church leaders and Christians from 50 countries are gathering in Seoul to take part in the 50th Church Growth International (CGI) Conference that will open Wednesday. They will share experiences and seek a path to revival that will be handed over to the next generation.

Among the notable speakers will be Hendrik Vorster, founder and president of Cornerstone Ministries International in Australia, which helps him lead church planting and discipleship efforts across the world. Specifically, he has trained more than 130,000 church planters in 78 countries since launching the Church Planting Institute in 2012. Vorster, who also serves as bishop of the Charismatic Churches of India Diocese, is doing whatever he can to strengthen churches and develop leaders across the world through structured discipleship.

Satish Kumar, a pastor, author, international speaker and humanitarian, leads Calvary Temple in Hyderabad, India, which boasts more than 400,000 members as one of Asia’s largest churches. He has won fame for his biblical teaching and humanitarian service and has led initiatives such as f

abc.net.au | 4 hrs. 51 min. ago

Breaking: Star Casino fined $260m for money laundering violations

Australia's financial intelligence agency, AUSTRAC, had sought a much steeper fine that could have forced the casino company into financial collapse.

smh.com.au | 5 hrs. 12 min. ago

Australia’s ‘deadliest track’ claims two more victims

Two greyhound deaths in three days take the death toll at The Q to at least 40, prompting renewed calls to close the controversial $90 million complex.

smh.com.au | 7 hrs. 3 min. ago

Aussie voter on the ground in Israel

Lynda Ben-Menashe, president of the National Council of Jewish Women Australia, travelled to Israel to cast her vote.

smh.com.au | 7 hrs. 3 min. ago

Starc rips out Coetzee's stumps with peach delivery

Mitchell Starc turned the Test match around for Australia.

smh.com.au | 7 hrs. 12 min. ago

Former ambassador weighs in on Israel election

Senator Dave Sharma, Australia's former ambassador to Israel, weighs in on the possible consequences of today's election.

smh.com.au | 7 hrs. 12 min. ago

Aussie voter on the ground in Israel

Lynda Ben-Menashe, president of the National Council of Jewish Women Australia, travelled to Israel to cast her vote.

theguardian.com | 8 hrs. 43 min. ago

Australian politics live: inflation expected to rise to 4.2%; eSafety head’s warning about women in senior roles

Follow live updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe Greens leader, David Shoebridge, will address the National Press Club in Canberra today, promising to help Australians struggling with cost-of-living and answering questions about allegations against senator Jordon Steele-John.He will propose lifting the tax-free threshold from $18,200 to $26,000, meaning people earning a wage won’t pay tax on their first $26,000.

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smh.com.au | 8 hrs. 45 min. ago

Proteas pump Aussies on day one

South Africa make hay in the Cape Town sun, belting Australia on day one of the third Test before Mitchell Starc takes six wickets.

smh.com.au | 8 hrs. 45 min. ago

First flight takes off from new Western Sydney International airport

Australia’s newest airport, Western Sydney International, has welcomed passengers for the first time for its inaugural flight, operated by Jetstar.

smh.com.au | 8 hrs. 45 min. ago

Australia news LIVE: Nearly 800 threats against MPs in six months, AFP says, as Labor bolsters safety after Haines attack; Israelis head to polls for first election since October 7 attacks

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