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Senator Pauline Hanson with chief of staff James Ashby.

Hanson staffer banned after brawl as Senator admits smearing blood on door

Senator Pauline Hanson with chief of staff James Ashby.

James Ashby's security pass revoked following fight with United Australia Party senator Brian Burston that was captured on video on Wednesday night. 

  • by Judith Ireland and Max Koslowski

Prosecution pushes to include 'extreme' porn evidence in accused Claremont serial killer trial

Bradley Robert Edwards was a Little Athletics volunteer

'No words are capable of describing what you will see in that material', the state prosecutor said in court.

  • by Heather McNeill

Premier offers Seniors Card discounts for over 60s in the workforce

Premier offers Seniors Card discounts for over 60s in the workforce

Working seniors will be able to access discounts offered by thousands of NSW businesses, in the latest Berejiklian government sweetener

  • by Lisa Visentin

Teacher's Pet podcast may have 'contaminated' evidence in Chris Dawson trial

Teacher's Pet podcast may have 'contaminated' evidence in Chris Dawson trial

The podcast may have "contaminated" evidence that would be used to prosecute Chris Dawson for the murder of his wife Lynette, Mr Dawson's lawyer has warned.

  • by Michaela Whitbourn

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'You're disgusting': Liberal candidate left shaken by commuter anger

'You're disgusting': Liberal candidate left shaken by commuter anger

Police are investigating an incident in one of Sydney's most marginal - and previously bitterly contested - seats.

  • by Garry Maddox
'Remarkable', record-breaking summer heat will stretch well into Autumn

'Remarkable', record-breaking summer heat will stretch well into Autumn

The prediction comes off the back of two record-breaking summer months, with February also looking to record mean above-average temperatures.

  • by Rachel Clun
Paul Smallhorn holds the Goanna down to protect his peacocks.

Goanna attacks man then turns on paramedic who came to help

The man grabbed the reptile after it cornered a family of peacocks on his Queensland property.

  • by Toby Crockford
Would you scrape this off and carry on eating the jam? Theresa May would.
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Can you really scrape mould off jam and eat it?

Theresa May has stunned the world with her... um... thrift. Is it safe to eat mouldy food? Is the three-second rule rubbish?

  • by Charlotte Grieve
Ex-prison officer and model charged over alleged relationship with inmate

Ex-prison officer and model charged over alleged relationship with inmate

Tara Brooks, 33, was charged after she was allegedly involved in a romantic relationship with a prison inmate.

  • by Ben Weir
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The best home investments you can make for under $200

The best home investments you can make for under $200

These are purchases that will improve your quality of life at home. Where would you spend that cash. Most suggested in the bedroom.

  • by Zara McDonald
The five best optional extras to include when building a new house 

The five best optional extras to include when building a new house 

It pays to choose upgrades that offer excellent value or a great return on investment when it comes time to sell.

  • by Kate Farrelly

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Telstra chief executive Andy Penn.

Telstra warns NBN charges will lead to 'higher prices for customers'

Telstra CEO Andy Penn has warned that customers connected to the National Broadband Network will face rising prices unless wholesale charges are dropped.

  • by Jennifer Duke

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Changing Rooms host Natalie Bassingthwaighte with two contestants.

Network 10 bumps Changing Rooms after ratings disaster

It was a hit 20 years ago – so why are viewers rejecting it now?

  • by Michael Lallo
Ron Peno in action.

Died Pretty's Ron Peno diagnosed with cancer

Ron Peno, frontman of Australian band Died Pretty, is undergoing cancer treatment.

  • by Martin Boulton

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CHOICE names Australia's best toilet paper

The bottom line: CHOICE names Australia's best toilet paper

The titan of toilet paper has been revealed.

  • by Suzi Catchpole
The new uniforms featuring Akubra and R.M. Williams.

This could be the most lavish holiday you'll ever have

Opulent ocean cruises are becoming a coveted journey for seekers of the ultimate luxury experience.

  • by Mark Gambino

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Serious accusations: Jack de Belin is charged with aggravated sexual assault in company.

Why de Belin shouldn’t be allowed to play while justice takes its course

Why will De Belin be playing for St George Illawarra for the first five rounds?

  • by Peter FitzSimons
Karmichael Hunt will make his NSW Waratahs debut alongside fellow veteran Adam Ashley-Cooper this weekend.

Hunt, Ashley-Cooper to form star centre pairing for Waratahs opener

With only 10 minutes of footy together under their belts, Karmichael Hunt and Adam Ashley-Cooper have a chance to prove their value in Sydney this Saturday.

  • by Georgina Robinson

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