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PM's carbon tax a betrayal - Abbott
THE introduction of a fixed cost for carbon pollution is "an utter betrayal of the Australian people".
Fears for Aussies as Libya crisis deepens
THE federal government has concerns for two Australians in Libya who are believed to have been taken by authorities there.
Farewell street lights, hello glowing trees?
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Andy reveals his new love
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Kiesha case inspires doco
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Teen stabbed in playground
A 16-year-old boy has been stabbed at a school in western Sydney, after allegedly arguing with other students.
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Yasi didn't just wipe out bananas ...
CYCLONE Yasi has helped Far Northern police in the fight against drugs by destroying much of the region's marijuana crops.
Canteen takes up online spy technology
NEW canteens allow parents to spy on their children's school lunches - and remotely block them from buying junk food.
Bungling burglars lose money
TWO men attempted to rob a gun store and ended up with less money than when they came in.
Snake blamed for footpath fracas
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THE Terminator says a statue of himself at the height of his bodybuilding career is "dramatic" and shows "accurate proportions".
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Leaders trade insults in debate
KRISTINA Keneally appeared to beat Barry O’Farrell in a leaders debate in which both leaders swapped snide comments.
Quake Aussies back in loving arms
THE first planeloads of Australians began the return from Christchurch last night, weary and shaken but glad to be home.
Man jailed for raping, molesting kids
A VICTORIAN man who raped a four-year-old boy and molested his six-year-old sister has been jailed for more than 11 years.
Shark killers fined $15,000
TWO Whyalla men who killed a great white shark and sold its jaws and teeth have been fined $15,000.
Man held over Scarborough stabbing
A MAN is in custody after another man was stabbed during a violent assault in Scarborough this morning.
CLP gives last minute support for cash-for-cans
THE Opposition has made a late declaration of support for the container deposit scheme which is expected to be passed through Parliament.
Louts bash quirky pop star
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Police officer firebombed by Athens mob
DRAMATIC photos as police go to help screaming officer set on fire by frenzied protestors in the Greek city's central square.
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Earthquake to drive up insurance costs
PREMIUM and reinsurance costs are likely to rise in the fallout from the Christchurch earthquake.
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Hey complaint-lodgers, quit whinging
JASON Tin is sick of people making noise complaints; the sound of them licking their envelopes too loudly is keeping him awake.
Women on Men
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INTERNET service providers are still not liable for customers who illegally download movies after studios lose court appeal.
AFACT online copyright appeal dismissed
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