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Defence Force inquiry into war crimes under attack

Defence Force inquiry into war crimes under attack

On September 16, an opinion piece penned for a community newspaper by a Vietnam veteran was sent via a group email to like-minded former defence personnel.

  • by Nick McKenzie & Chris Masters

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Australian actor Damian Hill, star of Pawno, dead at 42
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Australian actor Damian Hill, star of Pawno, dead at 42

His latest project, M4M, was due to begin filming on Monday. Hill was much loved in the film community. 

  • by Karl Quinn
Are we all prepared to pay the price for proper wages?
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Are we all prepared to pay the price for proper wages?

Underpayment is baked into the price we pay when we go to cafes. Would you buy a coffee if you had to pay its true cost?

  • by Ben Schneiders & Royce Millar
Historic hotel in Gembrook engulfed in flames

Historic hotel in Gembrook engulfed in flames

The Ranges Hotel was built in 1896 for farmers and local timber mill workers and had undergone major renovations.

  • by Melissa Cunningham
What led Silicon Valley darling to dump Aussie CEO

What led Silicon Valley darling to dump Aussie CEO

The murky circumstances surrounding the departure of the Australian founder is starting to become clearer.

  • by John McDuling
WannaCry virus drives down road camera infringements

WannaCry virus drives down road camera infringements

Computer virus that infected state’s road road safety camera network contributed to a dramatic decrease in number of fines

  • by Benjamin Preiss
Victim elbows mosh-pit sex attacker in the face at festival

Victim elbows mosh-pit sex attacker in the face at festival

Man donning ginger man-bun began dancing behind victim before grabbing her by the waist at Listen Out in St Kilda.

  • by Melissa Cunningham
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Kavanaugh case shows how Republicans have a female problem

The GOP has not updated its views on women since Anita Hill testified against Clarence Thomas in 1991. They will pay.

Nicole Hemmer

    Make no mistake: I want to hear genuine contrition from banks

    When banks rip people off, they say sorry for their mistake. But their only regret seems to be getting caught.

    Bronwyn Bryceson

      The silver lining in a Demons defeat

      A drought-stricken club going on a finals run offers more than just hope to its own fans.

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        4 Points: A case of love the one you're with

        4 Points: A case of love the one you're with

        Can Collingwood afford to change the mix that has got them this far?; A tall order for the 'Gov'; Dees dilemma; Eagles dare in a home away from home.

        • by Michael Gleeson
        Hawk Tom Mitchell a raging favourite for the Brownlow

        Hawk Tom Mitchell a raging favourite for the Brownlow

        Hawthorn ball-winner is just about the only person who doesn’t think he will walk up onto the stage to collect the Brownlow Medal on Monday night.

        • by Steve Larkin

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        Morrison government giving Catholic schools 10 times what they need: analysis

        Morrison government giving Catholic schools 10 times what they need: analysis

        Just $3-4 million a year could maintain "affordable choice" for families at Catholic schools, the Grattan Institute said.

        • by Michael Koziol

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        Tabcorp, racing bosses seek to arrest tote betting decline

        Tabcorp, racing bosses seek to arrest tote betting decline

        Senior racing officials and national gaming giant Tabcorp are growing increasingly concerned about the decline of tote betting.

        • by Nick Toscano

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        Australian actor Damian Hill, star of Pawno, dead at 42
        Breaking
        Obituaries

        Australian actor Damian Hill, star of Pawno, dead at 42

        His latest project, M4M, was due to begin filming on Monday.

        • by Karl Quinn
        Stars  weigh in on Trump tweet as #WhyIDidntReport goes viral

        Stars  weigh in on Trump tweet as #WhyIDidntReport goes viral

        The Hollywood stars and #MeToo leaders added their voices to a chorus of criticism against Trump's victim-blaming.

        • by Travis M. Andrews

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        Meet the Queensland mates behind one of the world's top travel apps

        Meet the Queensland mates behind one of the world's top travel apps

        Some beers, a bunch of backpackers and years of solo travelling appear to have paid off for two rugby mates.

        • by Toby Crockford
        My family lives in a one bedroom apartment ... and I love it

        My family lives in a one bedroom apartment ... and I love it

        Family and friends ask how can we live like this - but we are happy here. Is that so hard to comprehend?

        • by Mikki Cusack

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        Tiger's triumph: Woods' five-year quest for victory finally ends

        Tiger's triumph: Woods' five-year quest for victory finally ends

        Tiger Woods' long, difficult road to claim another golf title is over following his two-shot victory in the season-ending Tour Championship.

        • by James Dampney
        Free Billy: this tackle convinces the Storm that Slater should play

        Free Billy: this tackle convinces the Storm that Slater should play

        The NRL match review committee cleared a Storm player in 2016 for making a near identical tackle to the one that threatens Billy Slater's grand final swansong.

        • by Christian Nicolussi & Adrian Proszenko

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