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UPDATE 10.30am: A psychotic break influenced by drugs led Rye Hunt to swim to an island, police say.
It’s never been tougher, says dairy farmer
NSW: Half a century ago there were 250 dairy farmers in the Dungog area. Now there's 20.
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State Libs split with feds on public service domestic violence leave
Government must lead by example, says state premier.
Election 2016: Canberra politicians' perks belong in 'days gone by' says expert
"Make the politicians responsible ... then it's between them and the taxman."
Election 2016: Greg Hunt accused of breaching caretaker provisions over bats
Environment Minister Greg Hunt accused of using laws to protect threatened species of the political kind.
Norfolk Island elects council that supports self-determination
In the first elections to its new regional council, Norfolk Islanders have voted in a majority that supports ...
No more guys and girls - words on the banned list, says former Army Chief David Morrison
You need to stop saying 'guys' – right now.
'Solar revolution': Labor climate plan warms up to renters, pensioners
Groups of renters could share a "garden" of solar panels and the technology would be encouraged in public ...
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Layne Beachley: 'I was waking up thinking of different ways to kill myself'
When Layne Beachley was competing for her sixth consecutive world title she was in a state of despair.
'Cold-pressed raw milk' method wins regulatory approval
A newly approved process will allow unpasteurised milk to be sold in Australia.
Women's avoidance of drinking milk hitting 'concerning' levels, research shows
One in six Australians is avoiding a recommended food group without any medical reason, new research shows.
Australia's median age is revealed as 37
In two weeks, Kobie Keenan will cross a key demographic marker, joining half the population on the other ...
Revealed: Why our brains get so tired in the afternoon - and how to beat the slump
It’s known as the dreaded 2:30 feeling.
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Book industry unites against Productivity Commission changes to copyright rules
Writers, printers, literary agents, publishers and booksellers unite for war on proposed copyright provisions.
Director John Carney apologises to Keira Knightley for slamming her acting
The Begin Again filmmaker says his comments were petty, mean and hurtful.
Dwayne Johnson to play Doc Savage, the 'world's first superhero'
The Rock calls a new comic book superhero movie a "very cool project."
Speed-dating your own literary creation: Hazel Edwards meets her famous cake-eating hippopotamus
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Federal election 2016: Labor attack ad targets Malcolm Turnbull over super changes
Labor has moved to capitalise on discontent in Coalition ranks about planned changes to superannuation, as Treasurer Scott ...
Women's avoidance of drinking milk hitting 'concerning' levels, research shows
One in six Australians is avoiding a recommended food group without any medical reason, new research shows.
Layne Beachley: 'I was waking up thinking of different ways to kill myself'
When Layne Beachley was competing for her sixth consecutive world title she was in a state of despair.
'Cold-pressed raw milk' method wins regulatory approval
A newly approved process will allow unpasteurised milk to be sold in Australia.
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Port Arthur 20th anniversary commemoration service | Rolling coverage
Commemoration services begin to mark the 20th anniversary of the 1996 Port Arthur massacre.
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Best airline alliances for Australian travellers: Which should I join, and what are the benefits?
For Australians, it makes sense to commit to one alliance, but which one is the best choice?
Best Australian luxury hotels for iconic travel experiences: Five of the best
Exotic expeditions, luxury hotels, fine dining and natural phenomena: these are the archetypal Australian experiences.
Best Australian beach hotels: Six of the best
Australia is blessed with some of the world's finest beaches and so many great hotels just a few ...
The five dishes you must eat in Canberra
Add these 5 delicious dishes to your essential list of reasons to visit Canberra.