Election 2010
Your list of demands for the Independents
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HERE'S your chance to make a few demands of your own as the power plays heat up in Canberra.
Political reform
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Today's news highlights
'Save the planet' hostage drama
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MAN shot and killed after taking hostages at Discovery Channel and demanding it broadcast its commitment "to save the planet".
Afghanistan honour roll
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IMAGES of the Australian soldiers to have been killed in combat against Taliban insurgents in Afghanistan.
Moran Contemporary Photographic Prize 2010
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The winners and finalists in this year's Moran Contemporary Photographic Prize
Sharks!
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SHARK sightings have increased along the NSW coast, particularly at popular swimming beaches. Check out these photos of the deadly predators...
Fabuleux Cercueils
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THE "Fabuleux cercueils" (Fabulous coffins) exhibition in Besancon, eastern France, features 30 interesting coffins from Ghana and the Unite...
Sydney International Boat Show 2010
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Highlights from the marina and the exhibition halls at the 43rd Sydney International Boat Show
Discovered Ansel Adams
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American Rick Norsigian bought a cache of old glass negatives from a garage sale for $US45. They have turned out to be the work of iconic ph...
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'Save the planet' hostage drama
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MAN shot and killed after taking hostages at Discovery Channel and demanding it broadcast its commitment "to save the planet".
Greens-Labor alliance has miners worried
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PACT sparks fears that industry will come under attack through emissions trading scheme and possible changes to mining tax.
Terry McCrann: RBA earns a breather
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RBA will not hike interest rates on Tuesday, even if data shows our economy is booming.
Cusack launches bizarre 'Satanic cult' rant
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STAR goes on Twitter rampage, calling for a "death cult" to be built at Fox News and at the offices of two members of the Republican party.
Darwin dreams to be UFO hotspot
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THERE are calls for Darwin to become the UFO capital of the world after the latest sighting above Northern Territory skies.
Get your ashes pressed into vinyl records
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WANT a musical memorial? Get your or your pet's ashes pressed into vinyl with your choice of tune.