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McKenzie's fate rests on timing of controversial shooting club grant
The political fate of deputy Nationals leader Bridget McKenzie rests on when she approved a grant to a shooting club and if she declared her club membership.
- by Rob Harris
Hundreds of Australians caught up in global sting by tax agencies
Hundreds of Australians who have used a Central American bank may be caught up in a joint global investigation by tax agencies including the ATO.
- by Shane Wright
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Australian Open
'They don't deserve that': Kyrgios apologises to his team after 'unacceptable' behaviour
The Australian publicly apologised to his support team for his “unacceptable” behaviour as his Australian Open second-round match suddenly teetered on the edge.
- by Scott Spits
'Deteriorating market': Why Kaufland pulled the plug on its Australian dream
Lacklustre local retail conditions and trouble on Kaufland's homefront were behind the German giant's shock exit, says former Myer boss Bernie Brookes.
- by Dominic Powell and Simon Johanson
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'They're like rabbits': Wildlife experts calls for post-fires koala plan
Wildlife experts are calling for 'evidence-based' koala management in the wake of Victoria's widespread bushfires, warning that well-intentioned public appeals could distract from measures needed to stabilise the species.
- by Rachael Dexter
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Bushfires
Victorian public servants fight for bushfire 'good faith' payment
The public sector union want Andrews government to recognise the efforts of its public servants in firefighting and recovery
- by Noel Towell
10 million masks: Australia ready for coronavirus
Australian health authorities say they are prepared if deadly illness emerges in this country.
- by Eryk Bagshaw
Opinion
Climate policy
PM can build legacy or be lost on climate battlefield
Morrison needs to lift nation's long-term emissions targets to align with Liberal states and conservative governments.
- by Tony Wood
Halsey gets lost in a sea of superstars on third album
From pop to folk noir and jazz, our music critics review four new albums that have a multitude of tastes covered.
- by Jessie Cunniffe, Kish Lal, John Shand and Barnaby Smith
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Rate cut chances downgraded amid signs jobs market improving
RBA has evidence its interest rate cuts are starting to work as unemployment edges down to lowest level since March.
- by Shane Wright
Australia improves corruption ranking but gets 'no gold star for effort'
Australia has marginally improved its global corruption ranking, but remains well behind New Zealand and Denmark, which ranked equal best in the world for anti-corruption measures.
- by Bianca Hall
Premier rejects any blame for tunnel sackings
140 workers gone as the blame game deepens and delays loom.
- by Timna Jacks
'Don't act without moral': Cancer fraud Belle Gibson filmed at Ethiopian meeting
Gibson is described as someone who should be an example for children in a video of an Ethiopian community group.
Mum of baby left in hot car allowed to visit son in hospital
A Melbourne mother accused of leaving her 14-month-old son in a hot car will be allowed to visit the critically ill baby in hospital.
- by Erin Pearson
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AUSTRALIAN OPEN
Kyrgios has Open immunity from hefty ATP penalty
The lengthy suspended sentence and hefty fine hanging over Nick Kyrgios from the ATP will not apply if the mercurial Australian misbehaves at this grand slam.
- by Jake Niall
Greek-speaking officers to monitor chants at Tsitsipas, Sakkari matches
Police issue warning to disruptive and antisocial tennis supporters.
- by Michael Gleeson
Politics
Hunt denies helping Liberal donor push for review
Health Minister Greg Hunt has denied accusations he interfered in a regulator's decision on a self-testing flu kit.
- by Jonathan Kearsley
Business
Bauer chief determined to proceed with $40m Pac Mags deal with Seven
Bauer Media chief executive Brendon Hill has not been deterred by failed negotiations with Mercury Capital, adamant to get his merger with Pacific Magazines over the line.
- by Zoe Samios
Opinion
Big four
In McFarlane, Westpac picks boardroom troubleshooter par excellence
- by Stephen Bartholomeusz
World
'Do not commit acts of genocide': International court orders Myanmar
The International Court of Justice in the Hague has ruled that Myanmar must take all measures to prevent genocide against the country's minority Rohingya Muslim population.
- by James Massola
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Three ways to save money when buying a backyard swimming pool
It’s that time of year again where every Australian home owner asks themselves the age-old question – how can we afford a pool?
- by Amelia Barnes
'Remarkable': Melbourne house prices soar to near-record levels, report finds
Prices rose more than $43,000 in just the three months to December, and one sought-after area spiked 19.4 per cent over the past year.
- by Melissa Heagney
Life & Culture
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Opening the world's eyes to the spirit and deeper meaning of Dr G's music
The spirit of Dr G Yunupingu lives on in Buŋgul, a production of the late legendary singer's last album.
- by Linda Morris
Why it's important to build strong knees now to avoid pain later
- by Christopher Beight
Is Tom Hanks as Mr Rogers for real? Mostly, then there's that smile
- by Sandra Hall and Jake Wilson
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Australian Open
Kyrgios through to third round, despite nervous moments
The Australian publicly apologised to his support team for his “unacceptable” behaviour as his Australian Open second-round match teetered on the edge.
- by Scott Spits
Ajla's anguish: 'I feel like I lost by one point'
Everything and nothing, nothing and everything. "I thought I was in it until the last point," said Australia's Ajla Tomljanovic after her three-set loss to Garbine Muguruza.
- by Greg Baum
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Australian Open
Popyrin v Medvedev in next gen battle, Bolt falls short
Australia's Alex Bolt has fallen one set short of the upset of both his career and the tournament so far, while Alexei Popyrin has set up a mouth-watering third-round clash.
- by Sam Phillips
Magnay fires as Bullets blow out finals hopes for Phoenix
Will Magnay gave NBA scouts more food for thought with a swashbuckling showing in Brisbane's 108-101 win against South East Melbourne.
- by Damien Stannard
Rojas hopes for third time lucky at Victory
Marco Rojas has won plenty of individual accolades at Melbourne Victory in the past, but team success has eluded him. The talented midfielder hopes to rectify that this time around.
- by Michael Lynch
Lock me in for round one, says Stewart
All-Australian defender Tom Stewart has declared he will be fully fit for Geelong's season-opener, as the Cats begin hunting for that "big moment".
- by Jon Pierik
Porte claims stage three, takes Down Under lead
While Richie Porte celebrated a solo victory to take the Tour Down Under race lead, his rivals aren't ready to call the WorldTour opener won and done.
- by Sophie Smith
Have Your Say
Greek fans claim they were singled out
Greek supporters evicted from the Australian Open on Wednesday night deny they were "moshing" in the crowd and believe they were singled out.
