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Trump moves ahead on Mexico border wall

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US President Donald Trump signs directives to build a wall along the country's border with Mexico…

Sighting investigated as seven youth detention inmates remain on the run

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Why flies seem worse this summer

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A tropical start to summer for most of the country has provided the perfect breeding conditions for these pesky insects.

Is 'Australia' morally justifiable?

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Is the idea of 'Australia' - with fetishes of food, football and a 'fair go' - generous enough to include anyone?

The Icelandic model for teen substance abuse

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Iceland knows how to stop substance abuse by teenagers - but the rest of the world isn't listening.

Five things you probably don't know about Australia

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Every schoolkid knows Australia is moving north - but we're also turning, rising and falling, and moving further apart.

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Niche growers unite to land new buyers

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A collective of small, local growers have created a brand and leased a wholesale point to help sell their produce.

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Jonti Horner guides us from the small, rocky inner planets orbiting our sun, to the gas-filled giants on the outer edge and beyond.

How to overcome imposter syndrome

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Suzanne Mercier's experience of not feeling worthy led her to a career helping others overcome anxiety in the workplace.

What's the current beach etiquette?

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Should beach games and tents be banned? What are your do's and don'ts for good beach etiquette?

Unique Australian animals

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Celebrate some of the amazing and unique animals who inhabit our country.

Russia and America

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While all eyes are on President Trump, has Vladimir Putin been largely setting his own agenda?

Questions women in politics shouldn't have to answer

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Dr Helen Sullivan dissects the barriers facing women in politics, like child status and gender.

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Can Gladys Berejiklian stare down the glass cliff and win?

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Police pursuits: when does the end justify the means?

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