ABC NewsMail - Afternoon Edition

NewsMail Afternoon Edition Tue 16 Sep, 2014 Top Stories More Top Stories » Troops head to Middle East on $500m mission against 'death cult' By political correspondent Emma Griffiths Australian troops have begun heading to the Middle East as Australia embarks on a military mission against Islamic State terrorists that is likely to cost about $500 million per year. RAAF fighter jets and about 600 troops and support staff, including special forces soldiers, will be based in the United Arab Emirates on standby for action in Iraq. Prime Minister Tony Abbott said some personnel were already on their way, and more would follow in the next four to five days. "We're fighting the terrorists of the ISIL death cult," Mr Abbott said. "I think strictly speaking it's best described as a mission, rather than a war." More » British pair found dead on Thai beach Clive Palmer is MP least likely to use lower house vote Search expands for 3yo boy in Spider-Man suit Margaret and David roll end credits Teacher wins total $1.279m payout over 'feral' pupils Goldfish on the mend after undergoing tumour surgery David Cameron urges Scots to avoid 'painful divorce' EU surprised PM Abbott won't attend climate summit Woman charged with murder of Oberon toddler More Analysis » Sinking feeling: saving money, losing support On every indicator apart from international relations, the Coalition is in net negative territory. Even on traditional brand strengths like managing the economy and supporting Australian business, the Coalition is floundering - and the position has declined markedly over the past six months. Rethinking the offshoring of our defence manufacturing capability and approaching it as more than a simple Dutch auction could be a defining first step in re-engaging a cynical public. More » The five issues to define the Islamic State war Your review: curtain closes for Margaret and David Fiji election: the long road to democracy Will we kill civilians in an effort to save them? The 'birther' barrier is holding Parliament back Disability and murder: victim blaming at its very worst Iraq mission: the ultimate pragmatist intervention Sending our forces into another mission impossible Who cares if mates marry for footy tickets? Just In More Just In » NSW Government announces medical marijuana trial The New South Wales Government has announced a clinical trial of the medical use of marijuana, making its legal use one step closer in the state. More » Heritage listing push for Brisbane's South Bank cultural precinct Reserve Bank says rising housing risks warrant close observation Juveniles 'highlight major flaws' at maximum security unit The movies that split Margaret and David Suicide bomber targets foreign convoy in Kabul Minecraft taken over by Microsoft in $2.77bn deal Goldfish on the mend after undergoing tumour surgery Pair plead guilty to $7m insider trading scam Former CFMEU secretary defends breakfast fundraisers World More World » Suicide bomber targets foreign convoy in Kabul A large explosion has ripped through Afghanistan's capital, shaking buildings and setting off the siren alert at the US embassy, reports say. More » Minecraft taken over by Microsoft in $2.77bn deal Long wait almost over as Fijians prepare to vote Iraq conflict: US strikes IS militants near Baghdad Mass evacuation amid Philippines volcanic eruption fears Comet landing site chosen for Rosetta mission Business More Business » Liberal MP flags tougher foreign buyer rules, Treasurer denies bubble By business reporters Michael Janda and Simon Frazer The Liberal chair of a parliamentary committee has flagged tougher enforcement of rules limiting foreign real estate investment, as the Treasurer welcomed overseas buyers of new dwellings. Kelly O'Dwyer says there has been a "failure of leadership" in the Foreign Investment Review Board that has allowed overseas buyers to skirt a prohibition on buying existing properties. At the same time, both she and the Treasurer Joe Hockey say foreign buyers have an important role to play in funding the development of new dwellings. Mr Hockey argues it is "lazy analysis" to say Australia has a housing bubble, as it is a lack of new home supply driving up prices. More » Reserve Bank says rising housing risks warrant close observation OECD lowers growth forecasts, warns of underpriced risks Pair plead guilty to $7m insider trading scam Lower Australian dollar offsets any gains in lower oil prices as demand wanes Minecraft taken over by Microsoft in $2.77bn deal Politics More Politics » Heritage listing push for Brisbane's South Bank cultural precinct By Jessica van Vonderen and Kym Agius The widow of one of Queensland's most famed architects wants his iconic cultural and civic buildings in Brisbane's South Bank heritage-listed to protect them from high-rises and hotels. More » Juveniles 'highlight major flaws' at maximum security unit Fighting words: Is this a war? Long wait almost over as Fijians prepare to vote Clive Palmer is MP least likely to use lower house vote Sport More Sport » Cowboys have no faith in NRL judiciary: Green North Queensland coach Paul Green has sensationally claimed the Cowboys have no faith in the NRL match review and judiciary process. More » AFL All Australian team predictions Ballin firming for Bulldogs clash Magnussen splits with coach in Rio build-up Japanese stayer tops Melbourne Cup weights Dockers keen to lure Demon Frawley Science and Technology More Science and Technology » Comet landing site chosen for Rosetta mission European scientists have chosen the site on a distant comet where the unmanned Rosetta mission will try to land a probe. More » Foil chip packets turned into life-saving water purifier New record set for extent of Antarctic sea ice Solar storm heads Earth's way after double Sun blasts Swiss watch makers deny Apple threatens their product Environment More Environment » EU surprised PM Abbott won't attend climate summit By environment and science reporter Jake Sturmer The European Union's climate chief says it is a pity Prime Minister Tony Abbott will not attend a major UN climate meeting in New York next week. More » Foil chip packets turned into life-saving water purifier New record set for extent of Antarctic sea ice 'Almighty arm wrestle' predicted over Japan whaling plan Farmer living amongst wind turbines backs keeping RET About this email You received this email because you are subscribed to ABC News email alerts. This message was sent to you at starnewsposting@gmail.com Please add newslists@your.abc.net.au to your email address book to see images by default and stop the email being treated as spam. This email address is not monitored - Please don't reply to this email. Manage your preferences | Unsubscribe | Contact Us   This service may include material from Agence France-Presse (AFP), APTN, Reuters, AAP, CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced. Australian Broadcasting Corporation, 700 Harris Street, Ultimo NSW 2007 © 2014 ABC | Conditions of Use | Privacy Policy | Discover other ABC Email newsletters