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Pass this test and you could get one of Australia's most lucrative jobs

Pass this test and you could get one of Australia's most lucrative jobs

Only three per cent of people will pass the test required to become an air traffic controller. Your brain processes the information, or it doesn't.

  • by Liam Mannix

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Why money matters when it comes to Broncos' move

Why money matters when it comes to Broncos' move

The Bennett/White interviews reeked of saving face. They needed cover in the event Bellamy declines the offer.

  • by Roy Masters
Mortgage broker punched, spat on sex worker: court

Mortgage broker punched, spat on sex worker: court

A Sydney man allegedly paid $200 for ‘platinum service’, punched the woman who believed he wasn’t wearing condom.

  • by Angus Thompson
'Among the largest economic risks that Australia faces'

'Among the largest economic risks that Australia faces'

Build-up of debt and bad loans in China  similar to past situations that led to a financial crisis, RBA governor warns.

  • by Peter Martin & Jennifer Duke
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Two key weaknesses that helped spark the pink batts and school hall policy debacles are about to strike again.

  • by John Hewson
Woolies learns not to mess with Plumpton's Doritos love

Woolies learns not to mess with Plumpton's Doritos love

It's one lesson the supermarket has learnt as it radically changes what it stocks in each of its stores.

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This is how much airlines bump up prices on busy days

This is how much airlines bump up prices on busy days

New figures have revealed just how much Australian travelers are slugged to fly on certain days of the year.

  • by Patrick Hatch
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Has the stadium overhaul died of shame? Sadly no

The NSW government is now in a race against time to get the SFS knocked over before the next election.

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    There is one sure way to avoid being stung as a loan guarantor

    Stop and think for a moment: do you really understand what is being asked of you?

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      Interest-only loans set to be tested - and the young are in the firing line

      Interest-only loans could be a ticking time bomb for those who borrowed to the maximum.

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        Chinese debt a major risk to Australia, says RBA governor Philip Lowe

        Chinese debt a major risk to Australia, says RBA governor Philip Lowe

        Reserve Bank governor Philip Lowe has identified the build-up of debt and bad loans in China as one of the biggest risks facing the Australian economy.

        • by Peter Martin & Jennifer Duke

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        'Gobsmacked' Samuel calls for supermarket cops to settle disputes

        'Gobsmacked' Samuel calls for supermarket cops to settle disputes

        The "adjudicators" would be based on former Victorian premier Jeff Kennett's role as an independent arbiter at Coles.

        • by Patrick Hatch

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        Receipt app scoops CeBit PitchFest

        Receipt app scoops CeBit PitchFest

        • by Christine D'Mello
        Meet the ‘snowpreneur’ taking on the big guns
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        Meet the ‘snowpreneur’ taking on the big guns

        • by Alexandra Cain
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        Swashbuckling Solo delivers pure fun for Star Wars fans

        Swashbuckling Solo delivers pure fun for Star Wars fans

        Solo gives us the back-story on how Han Solo and Chewbacca came to be in that bar when Luke and Obi-Wan walked in. And is one of the better Disney-era clones.

        • by Paul Byrnes
        Arise Lady Kyle, nothing can stop you now
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        Arise Lady Kyle, nothing can stop you now

        Out, damned spot. If the spot isn't Em Rusciano, at least.

        • by Nathanael Cooper

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        Women need to know about the link between the pill and depression

        Women need to know about the link between the pill and depression

        • by Jayashri Kulkarni & Caroline Gurvich
        'You should aim to lose at least another 5 kilos'
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        'You should aim to lose at least another 5 kilos'

        • by Stefania Ferrario
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        Style guide: The new rules of rocking black tie from day to night

        Style guide: The new rules of rocking black tie from day to night

        Confused about when and how to rock the most formal suit in the wardrobe? Don't be.

        • by Damien Woolnough
        The secret to beat the after school meltdowns

        The secret to beat the after school meltdowns

        Your kids are tired and emotional and they let you know by screaming - here's what to do.

        • by Bianca Wordley

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        Why money matters when it comes to Broncos' move for Bellamy

        Why money matters when it comes to Broncos' move for Bellamy

        When coaches say 'It's not about the money', it usually is.

        • by Roy Masters
        Folau and Pocock having an open exchange of views: Cheika 

        Folau and Pocock having an open exchange of views: Cheika 

        Two of Australian rugby's highest profile players have spoken to each about the fullback's controversial anti-gay Instagram comment.

        • by Tom Decent

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