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NewsMail Morning Edition Tue 17 Jun, 2014 Top Stories More Top Stories » Asylum seekers' families sue over 2010 Christmas Island tragedy Families of asylum seekers killed and injured when their boat was smashed onto rocks at Christmas Island are suing the Government. Fifty Iranian and Iraqi asylum seekers died when huge seas drove the SIEV 221 into Christmas Island's cliffs in December 2010. Lawyer George Newhouse will today launch legal action in the New South Wales Supreme Court on behalf of eight families, arguing Australia was responsible and the Commonwealth breached its duty of care. Immigration Minister Scott Morrison has defended the actions of the Government, saying the claim "beggars belief". More » US, Iran reportedly in talks on Iraq as Obama mulls air strikes Clinton condemns 'sexist' treatment of Julia Gillard Michael Schumacher out of coma, leaves hospital AFL player Majak Daw under investigation for sexual assault: reports Defence slams 'name-calling' prosecution in Rolf Harris trial World Cup: Mueller nets hat-trick as Germany routs Portugal 4-0 Greste verdict to be handed down next week Car torched, cat decapitated at Gold Coast house Chinese-Australian artist Guo Jian deported from China More Analysis » School equity experts barking up the wrong tree Those wanting to improve equity in Australia's education system should be looking to increase rather than limit school autonomy and school choice. Giving schools flexibility over staffing, budgets, curriculum focus and allowing schools to partner with community organisations, businesses and other educational institutions are at the leading edge of innovation and reform. As much as the NSW Teachers Federation might dislike the idea, autonomy and choice are far more effective ways to improve equity and raise standards. More » Who exactly is engaging in class warfare? ISIS threat makes strange bedfellows A love letter: the enormous power of fonts The Greens play tough but will avoid double trouble Young suffer in our return to a class-based nation The legacy of war: Iraq tears itself apart Globetrotting PMs may gain - but does Australia? Lest we forget Russia's defeat of the Nazis Timing all off in Essendon doping saga Just In More Just In » Car torched, cat decapitated at Gold Coast house By Russell Varley A car was torched and a cat mutilated in an overnight incident on Queensland's Gold Coast. Officers were called to an Arundel address shortly before 3:00am (AEST). Neighbours heard a loud explosion and soon after saw a car on fire in the home's driveway. Police said the words "whers my money? Tik, tok [sic]" were scrawled on the garage door. More » AFL player Majak Daw under investigation for sexual assault: reports Iran and Nigeria play scrappy 0-0 draw Cannabis goes corporate amid US dot-bong boom Cold water 'likely cause' of dead fish washed up on Vic beach Defence slams 'name-calling' prosecution in Rolf Harris trial Asylum seekers' families sue over 2010 Christmas Island tragedy Hat-trick hero Mueller leads Germany to 4-0 drubbing of Portugal Ukraine eyes ceasefire once Russian border is secure Fresh evidence emerges against PNG Prime Minister Peter O'Neill World More World » Iran and Nigeria play scrappy 0-0 draw The 2014 World Cup has finally offered up a draw, as Iran and Nigeria cancel each other out in a 0-0 stalemate. More » Cannabis goes corporate amid US dot-bong boom Defence slams 'name-calling' prosecution in Rolf Harris trial Hat-trick hero Mueller leads Germany to 4-0 drubbing of Portugal Ukraine eyes ceasefire once Russian border is secure Fresh evidence emerges against PNG Prime Minister Peter O'Neill Business More Business » Repairers putting faulty cars back on road: investigation By Elysse Morgan There are calls for urgent reform of the smash repair industry after an ABC investigation revealed significant concerns that repairers linked to Australia's major insurers were putting vehicles back on the road with potentially deadly faults. More » RBA says falling labour costs are making Australia more competitive Retail set for tough year in 2016 Lew making life hard for David Jones suitor Woolworths Share market records modest rise on strong resources results ACCC warns Maggie Beer's daughter over false claims Politics More Politics » Clinton condemns 'sexist' treatment of Julia Gillard Former US secretary of state Hillary Clinton has again condemned the "outrageous sexism" experienced by former prime minister Julia Gillard but has stopped short of naming current Prime Minister Tony Abbott among those at fault. More » Arrest warrant issued for PNG leader Peter O'Neill Inquiry airs fund misuse claim against HSU whistleblower Deficit levy expected to pass Senate 279 ISIS militants killed in Iraq, security chief says Sport More Sport » Hat-trick hero Mueller leads Germany to 4-0 drubbing of Portugal Thomas Mueller netted the 2014 World Cup's first hat-trick as Germany battered a hapless Portugal 4-0. More » Queensland hope to solve Taylor puzzle AFL player Majak Daw under investigation for sexual assault: reports Schumacher out of coma, leaves hospital Iran and Nigeria play scrappy 0-0 draw Storm stretch Titans' losing streak Science and Technology More Science and Technology » Two Australians volunteer to spend the rest of their lives on Mars By Kesha West Australians Dianne McGrath and David Mould hope to be among the first astronauts to call the Red Planet home. More » Rats feel regret just like humans, study says Aquaculture operators facing climate challenges Organic certifier defends role in landmark GM case Japan unveils 'emotional' robot for families Environment More Environment » Great Barrier Reef to rubble: underwater damage after Cyclone Ita By Conor Duffy Stunning before and after pictures that show the exact extent of the damage Cyclone Ita caused to the Great Barrier Reef have been released. 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