Crossbenchers call for new backpacker tax compromise

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The Federal Government is refusing to budge on its 15 per cent backpacker tax proposal as the clock…

Pro-refugee protesters cause Question Time chaos

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Close to 40 chanting pro-refugees protesters cause chaos at Parliament House after supergluing…

Traffic controller struck by lightning during severe storm

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A traffic controller is struck by lightning and a teenager is hit by a falling tree, as severe…

Pussy Riot activist stars in dissident theatre show

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Imagine watching a piece of theatre and knowing the actors were risking their lives to perform it for you.

Drones to the rescue: Flying aid into disaster zones

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Could drones be used to deliver humanitarian aid in the wake of natural disasters in the Asia-Pacific region?

Listeners' guide to Tinder DOs and DON'Ts

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Tinder users share tips, game plans and strict rules that seem to have worked for them. Go forth and swipe.

Review: Planet Coaster

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There haven't been many theme park management sims in the last decade. But they seem to be making a comeback.

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Berlin's history and atmosphere attracts many visitors. Paul Sullivan unearths a side of the city not covered in mainstream guidebooks.

Stan Grant's Australian dream

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For a long time, Stan Grant avoided commenting on Indigenous affairs, but a speech he delivered in 2015 touched the nation.

Vegetarians angry animal fat used in Britain's new fiver

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Animal activists are up in arms after confirmation Britain's newly released five pound note contains animal fat.

5 Raves in 5 Days kicks off

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Matt and Alex are saying goodbye to their loyal listeners with five raves over five days.

How well do you know your wine?

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Many of us like to think we know our fruity tipples but so far only three Australians have passed the test.

Is buying a house a safe investment?

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Is buying a house to renovate a good idea, and are they safe investment bets?

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TIMSS: Australian schools continue to fall behind

Little has changed in Australian students' achievement in maths and science since 1995.By Sue Thomson, Australian Council for Educational Research

Why we need a national approach to thunderstorm asthma

Medications like Ventolin relieve symptoms but people can take preventer medications as well.By Professor Guy Marks, UNSW

Winners and losers from first years of free trade agreements

Australian wool exports remain the backbone of agricultural trade to China.Brett Worthington

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