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This man runs Facebook in Australia. He’s keeping quiet on this topic
The social media giant is under increasing pressure amid the massive US data harvesting scandal. Facebook says 'the entire company is outraged'. But Aussie boss Will Easton didn't answer questions about local users.
- by John McDuling and Jennifer Duke
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Inner-city child vaccination rates are dangerously low
While vaccination rates are improving, suburbs in inner Melbourne are still vulnerable to epidemics.
- by Aisha Dow
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Industrial relations
Who's telling the truth about casual workers in Australia
ACTU boss McManus says casual work has increased. Federal minister Laundy says her numbers are 'based on lies'. So...
- by Jessica Irvine
Driverless cars: What went wrong with Uber's robot ride?
The tragedy of the first pedestrian killed by an autonomous vehicle points to a potential technological vulnerability.
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Energy
Tesla says it's shortchanged for providing power too fast
Tesla claims it has not been paid for electricity generated by its batteries because it is more efficient.
- by Cole Latimer
Ex-policeman charged with Damond murder fronts court
Ex-US policeman charged with murder of Australian woman did not enter a plea when he made his first court appearance.
Opinion
Retail
Myer will need to pay a new chief executive danger money
The most worrying part of Myer's half-year result wasn’t the $476.22 million loss.
- by Elizabeth Knight
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Opinion & Perspectives
The best case for the company tax cut just isn't that good
It would give us a one-off gain worth two to three months of the internet, after 15 years.
Peter Martin
Labor thinks it dodged a bullet. The voters might have other ideas
Some in the Andrews government believe the Ombudsman handed them a get-out-of-jail card. It shouldn't celebrate too soon.
Noel Towell
We have a right to be outraged at Labor MPs' misuse of funds
It's little wonder regard for our lawmakers is at historical lows after the findings of the state's public sector watchdog.
Melbourne
'No action': Labor MPs involved in rort won't be penalised
- by Benjamin Preiss, Adam Carey, Noel Towell and Anthony Colangelo
Victoria
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Victoria
Seven charged after bikie taskforce raids across city
- by Cameron Houston, Chris Vedelago and Tammy Mills
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Opinion
Richmond
A new level of greatness may beckon for Trent Cotchin
Richmond's captain has the chance to sit alongside club legends in leading a period of sustained success.
- by Wayne Carey
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Carlton
Teams: Paddy 'Wow' among four new Blues, Bolton steps in for Rioli
Carlton will blood top draft pick Paddy Dow among four newcomers for their AFL season-opener against reigning premiers Richmond. FULL TEAMS HERE
- by Sam McClure
Politics
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Shopping
Department of Home Affairs plans new tax on parcels being posted to Australia
Australian shoppers would have to pay a $5 tax on every parcel worth under $1000 posted from overseas.
- by Eryk Bagshaw
Support builds for company tax cut but wages the sticking point
- by Mark Kenny and Eryk Bagshaw
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Business
Medical records exposed by flaw in Telstra Health's Argus software
Default static password allowed medical practitioners' computers and servers to be accessed remotely by hackers.
- by Ben Grubb
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Entertainment
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Australian fashion
Myer is sending a confusing fashion message, and it's biting
- by Melissa Singer
Smarter living
15 of the best haircuts for men to try in 2018
Never underestimate the power of a great haircut to boost your personal style.
- by Benjamen Judd
Finally, a digital radio that sounds good and has AM
Australians like AM radio, so why is it just about impossible to find a good quality digital radio with AM?
- by Rod Easdown
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Sport
Rain helps West Indies to qualify for the World Cup
West Indies qualified for next year's Cricket World Cup, beating Scotland in a match where rain stopped play with the Scots only just short of the run rate.
'I don't think that is part of the game': Skipper Smith slams Rabada decision
The Australian captain has set the scene for another fiery contest with a strong missive in the wake of Kagiso Rabada's successful appeal of a two-Test ban.
- by Chris Barrett
