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Teen says he feared death when being tear-gassed at Don Dale

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Dylan Voller speaks publicly for the first time about his experience in youth detention, telling a…

Turnbull risks Liberal backlash over republican movement speech

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Another Liberal party backbench revolt against the Prime Minister is brewing over his plans to…

Renewable energy mix played role in SA blackout: third report

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South Australia's renewables-heavy power mix was a factor in the statewide blackout in September, a…

Life and death in the world's most dangerous mines

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Hugh Brown risks his life to document the men, women and children who mine precious minerals in brutal conditions.

Cubans see opportunities and risks in post-Fidel era

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Many Cubans see opportunities as tourism grows, but some are worried the island's egalitarian ethos will be effected.

Why do we all love the smiling poop emoji?

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The smiling poop's ability to transcend barriers has made it one of the most popular emojis in existence.

Hottest 100 voting opens: Musicians share their picks

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If you're struggling for #votespiration, take a cue from the people behind some of the biggest and best songs of the year.

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Bellamy's has been hit hard by changes to China's food import rules.

Mon 12 Dec 2016, 7:12 pm AEDT

Baby formula maker and former market darling Bellamy's enters a trading halt to try to end a horror sell-off sparked by…

Inquest into death of bruised, injured baby begins in Alice Springs

Michael Smedley had 26 bruises on his body when he died, the inquest heard.

Mon 12 Dec 2016, 7:09 pm AEDT

A coronial inquest has begun into the death of Michael Smedley, more than four years after the baby died with extensive…

Queensland Government to spend $1b budget windfall on regional jobs

Mon 12 Dec 2016, 7:00 pm AEDT

The Queensland Opposition dismisses the Government's plan to spend a $1 billion budget windfall on regional jobs, urging Treasurer Curtis Pitt to instead use the extra revenue to pay down debt.