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No changes to negative gearing

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The problem of housing affordability is worsening, but getting rid of negative gearing would worsen, not better, the market for those looking to buy, according to Treasurer Scott Morrison. (Vision courtesy ABC News)

All eyes on Russia

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Australian leaders are increasing the pressure on Russia to withdraw support for Syria and leader Bashar al Assad led by the foreign and defence ministers.

PM on polls

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01:16

When he challenged Tony Abbott for the leadership, bad polls were one reason why. Hear what Malcolm Turnbull thinks about polls now.

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18C changes lack support

A Fairfax-Ipsos poll reveals a vast majority of voters, including coalition voters, support the existing wording of race-hate laws. Matthew Knott explains.