Penalty rates to be reduced for hospitality, retail workers

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Workers in the hospitality, retail and fast-food industries will be paid less for working on Sundays…

Why the penalty rate decision flags the start of a new political fight

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With the Fair Work Commission's long-awaited decision on weekend penalty rates handed down, a fierce…

Australia Post CEO Ahmed Fahour resigns after salary furore

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Australia Post director Ahmed Fahour resigns just weeks after his $5.6 million was revealed by a…

Who are 'the most unwanted people on the planet'?

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Amnesty International has labeled the Rohingya people as the most persecuted minority in the world.

Jasper Jones and classic coming-of-age stories

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Actor Hugo Weaving and director Rachel Perkins discuss their attempt to create a modern Australian classic.

Are transhumanists the dawn of a new species?

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Who are the transhumanists, biohackers, and grinders, and can they really live forever?

This year's Oscars could be the most political ever

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Making a political statement in an acceptance speech is on trend for this year's awards season.

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Sweden and Trump's claims of terrorism

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Trump claims that Sweden is 'having problems'. What are the real challenges facing the country?

Ex-racing greyhounds cheaper to put down than re-home

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In Tasmania, it costs trainers $110 to help an ex-racing greyhound find an adoptive family, but only $50 to have the dog euthanased.

The true history of fake news

L.M. Slackens: The Yellow Press, showing William Randolph Hearst as a jester handing out newspapers, published by Keppler and Schwarzmann, October 12, 1910 (Library of Congress) Late Night Live

Fake news is nothing new. Professor Robert Darnton traces its history back to the newspapers of 18th century London and Paris.

How to stop money ruining your relationship

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Seven out of 10 couples report money as a cause of tension in their relationship.

Should bystanders intervene in sexual harassment?

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There has been much reflection on the spate of sexual harassment at music festivals this year.

David Bowie memorial for Brixton

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A nine-metre high memorial for David Bowie is being pushed in his hometown of Brixton.

75 years of Little Golden Books

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The golden-spined Little Golden Books have been a part of many kids' lives for 75 years.

Analysis & Opinion : Views on the issues of the day

Too hot to learn: Why schools need a national policy on heatwaves

There is no consistent educative policy across Australian schools for heat protection.By Dr Brendon Hyndman from Southern Cross University

Forrest's luck turns again as iron ore price jumps

Andrew Forrest's dividend payout for the half year is $200 million.By business reporter Sue Lannin

Who can get medicinal marijuana?

Medicinal marijuana isn't approved by the Therapeutic Goods AssociationBy Michael Collett

A personal trainer's letter to her 20-year-old self

Cassie White wants her younger self to know healthier habits will transform her entire life.Cassie White

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