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NewsMail Afternoon Edition Wed 01 Apr, 2015 Top Stories More Top Stories » Hundreds of jobs to go in major shake-up of Defence bureaucracy By political reporter Andrew Greene Around 1,000 job losses and a change to the way Australia's military service chiefs work will form part of the biggest shake-up of Defence in more than two decades. More » Grandmother, 4yo boy killed in 'horrific' stabbing Germanwings cabin chaotic in final seconds before plane crash, video reportedly shows Warehouse of stuffed animals evidence of illegal wildlife trade PUP suing former senators Lazarus and Lambie Warren Entsch first heard of Billy Gordon allegations in 2012 Father found guilty of procuring 12yo daughter as 'child bride' Steroid causing guppy mating changes could affect other species: research Decision on Bali Nine pair's appeal against execution due April 6 Greens call for Federal Government to 'show compassion' for hunger striker More Analysis » Pre-budget advice: get the message straight Last year a tough, chaotic and poorly-framed budget appeared as if from nowhere. The Government had failed to set up a case for the cyclone of change that was foisted on an unprepared electorate. This year, however, Prime Minister Tony Abbott sounds like an officious constable at a crime scene saying "nothing to see here". But how does this sit with the recent avalanche of policy reports aimed at preparing Australians for a new wave of macro and micro-economic reform? More » Essendon aftermath: a case built on rumour Read this before deciding whether to vaccinate Tax reform a super idea Betty Churcher: our most loved art teacher Experts advise, politicians act Essendon verdict: no winners in this sorry saga Why should we join another development bank? Tony Abbott faces his own 'wasted years' How to tax our way to a better Australia Just In More Just In » Steroid causing guppy mating changes could affect other species: research By Elise Worthington New research shows traces of a potent androgenic steroid used to beef up Australian cattle can cause male guppies to forcibly mate with unconsenting female guppies, and shows wider implications for other species. More » Driver who struck and killed teen at party bashed in prison Brumbies to unleash Pocock on Cheetahs Warren Entsch first heard of Billy Gordon allegations in 2012 Rebels bikie charged over meth haul in Rockingham Aussies make shaky start at Bells Beach Accused killer of Kyhesha-Lee Joughin granted bail Ricciardo aiming for 'at least' one F1 win Warehouse of stuffed animals evidence of illegal wildlife trade Decision on Bali Nine pair's appeal against execution due April 6 World More World » Warehouse of stuffed animals evidence of illegal wildlife trade By Washington correspondent Lisa Millar US authorities say the billion-dollar illegal wildlife trade is both a conservation and global security issue, as tiger and elephant populations decline and reports suggest the trade is used to fund world-wide terrorist activities. More » Decision on Bali Nine pair's appeal against execution due April 6 Couple accused of Bali murder could face at least 15 years prison Germanwings cabin chaotic in final seconds before plane crash, video reportedly shows Why the Vanuatu death toll from Cyclone Pam was so low Canadian man charged over death of boys killed by python Business More Business » Home prices keep rising led by Sydney surge By business reporter Michael Janda Australian capital city home prices continue to rise, led by a massive surge in Sydney where prices jumped 3 per cent the month after interest rates were cut. More » Building approvals fall but remain close to record levels Coles, Woolies reject key finding in Harper competition review Manufacturing continues shrinking despite Australian dollar depreciation 300 workers lose their jobs at Austal as WA company scales back Trans-Pacific Partnership: Why so much opposition? Politics More Politics » Labor leader's challenge to inquiry dismissed A Supreme Court judge in the Northern Territory dismisses an application by Labor leader Delia Lawrie challenging the findings of an inquiry last year. More » PUP suing former senators Lazarus and Lambie Nigeria election: Who is Muhammadu Buhari? ASIO 'pleased' with passing of data retention laws Trans-Pacific Partnership: Why so much opposition? Sport More Sport » ASADA considering appealing AFL tribunal verdict ASADA has revealed it is considering appealing the AFL anti-doping tribunal's verdict on Essendon players. More » Essendon doping investigation process slammed ASADA's Essendon verdict may distract Sharks Brumbies to unleash Pocock on Cheetahs Adam Scott to revert to broomstick putter for Masters Falloon "shattered" to miss more games for dangerous throw Science and Technology More Science and Technology » Steroid causing guppy mating changes could affect other species: research By Elise Worthington New research shows traces of a potent androgenic steroid used to beef up Australian cattle can cause male guppies to forcibly mate with unconsenting female guppies, and shows wider implications for other species. More » New imaging technology can zoom into human cells at cellular level RET deadlock causing 'detrimental impact' to clean energy industries: peak bodies Landmarks around the world go dark for Earth Hour Russian Soyuz spacecraft blasts off for year-long mission Environment More Environment » US commits to cut emissions 28 per cent by 2025 in pledge to UN The United States commits to a 28 per cent cut in greenhouse gas emissions by 2025, in its climate change strategy submitted to the United Nations ahead of the Paris Climate Conference later this year. More » Freshwater croc spotted in outback river, far from normal habitat RET deadlock causing 'detrimental impact' to clean energy industries: peak bodies Working elephants to be removed from Delhi's streets Landmarks around the world go dark for Earth Hour About this email You received this email because you are subscribed to ABC News email alerts. 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ABC NewsMail - Morning Edition

NewsMail Morning Edition Wed 01 Apr, 2015 Top Stories More Top Stories » Grandmother, 4yo boy killed in 'horrific' stabbing A four-year-old boy and his grandmother are dead after what police have described as a "horrific" incident at a house in Melbourne's west. A 45-year-old woman is being questioned over the deaths. More » Supermarket lobby rejects key finding in Harper competition review Indonesian military mount major show of force in terror leader's mountain stronghold Former military leader Muhammadu Buhari to be Nigeria's next president Germanwings co-pilot told airline of severe depression six years ago ASIO 'pleased' with passing of data retention laws Turkish prosecutor dies after security forces storm courthouse Relieved Bombers vent anger after not guilty ruling Tragedy hits family again as war victim's daughter killed in Sydney Drug rehab centres win last-minute reprieve from Federal Government cuts More Analysis » Essendon verdict: no winners in this sorry saga The not guilty verdict handed down to the 34 past and present Essendon players by the AFL's Anti-Doping Tribunal brings to an end a long-running scandal that has had no winners. The players will no doubt feel jubilant and relieved, but also will be wondering why they've been dragged through this scandal. Meanwhile, ASADA and the World Anti-Doping Agency could appeal. Extraordinary as it might seem, this saga could yet drag on. More » Experts advise, politicians act Why should we join another development bank? Tony Abbott faces his own 'wasted years' How to tax our way to a better Australia When is a lie not a lie in politics? Thirsty for a 'Straya less obsessed with booze My interview with a white supremacist Even for the lucky country, there are limits Is Baird's victory good news for Abbott? Just In More Just In » Brazilian priest suspended for sending nude selfie to apparent mistress A Brazilian priest known for conservative views on moral issues and disapproving in his sermons of kissing and sex is suspended for sending a nude selfie to an apparent mistress on his cell phone. More » City council wary of Adelaide bus tunnel plan Court to hear final arguments to save Bali Nine pair Man captured on video exposing himself to police speed camera Germanwings co-pilot told airline of severe depression six years ago Indonesian military mount major show of force in terror leader's mountain stronghold ASADA considers next move in wake of AFL verdict Super Typhoon Maysak slams into Yap state in Federated States of Micronesia Supermarket lobby rejects key finding in Harper competition review Law changes could allow murderer Sue Neill-Fraser further appeals World More World » Brazilian priest suspended for sending nude selfie to apparent mistress A Brazilian priest known for conservative views on moral issues and disapproving in his sermons of kissing and sex is suspended for sending a nude selfie to an apparent mistress on his cell phone. More » Court to hear final arguments to save Bali Nine pair Germanwings co-pilot told airline of severe depression six years ago Indonesian military mount major show of force in terror leader's mountain stronghold US commits to cut emissions 28 per cent by 2025 in pledge to UN Nigeria election: Who is Muhammadu Buhari? Business More Business » Competition review calls for extended trading hours, taxi regulation changes By business reporter Michael Janda and Kathryn Diss A wide-ranging review of Australia's competition policies recommends changes to extend shopping hours, allow cheaper books and cars to be brought into Australia and loosen the regulation around ride-sharing services such as Uber. More » Mining stocks lead market to strong close Business urges GST increase, accountants call for broader reform Hockey hints at crackdown on super tax breaks New home sales keep rising to record levels Pakenham, Cranbourne upgrade: Victorian Labor dumps major rail project, announces new plans Politics More Politics » Nigeria election: Who is Muhammadu Buhari? A former military man and anti-corruption advocate, Muhammadu Buhari is described as a rigid autocrat. Who is Nigeria's new president? More » ASIO 'pleased' with passing of data retention laws Trans-Pacific Partnership: Why so much opposition? Dementia now nation's second biggest killer: ABS Ferguson could face expulsion if found to have cooperated with NSW Coalition: Shorten Sport More Sport » ASADA considers next move in wake of AFL verdict The AFL anti-doping findings have left ASADA in a tricky situation, with organisation boss Ben McDevitt to front media today. More » Essendon players not guilty of using banned peptide Nevill wants to be Haddin's long-term successor Faulkner and Maxwell have not been forgotten: Marsh Graham not ruling out Reds' finals berth Buckley shocked by players testing positive to clenbuterol Science and Technology More Science and Technology » New imaging technology can zoom into human cells at cellular level New top-secret technology dubbed Google Maps for the body allows scientists to unlock how diseases such as osteoporosis and osteoarthritis work by zooming down to the level of a single cell. More » RET deadlock causing 'detrimental impact' to clean energy industries: peak bodies Landmarks around the world go dark for Earth Hour Russian Soyuz spacecraft blasts off for year-long mission 'Cultured meat' could spell end of traditional cattle farming within decades Environment More Environment » US commits to cut emissions 28 per cent by 2025 in pledge to UN The United States commits to a 28 per cent cut in greenhouse gas emissions by 2025, in its climate change strategy submitted to the United Nations ahead of the Paris Climate Conference later this year. More » Freshwater croc spotted in outback river, far from normal habitat RET deadlock causing 'detrimental impact' to clean energy industries: peak bodies Working elephants to be removed from Delhi's streets Landmarks around the world go dark for Earth Hour About this email You received this email because you are subscribed to ABC News email alerts. 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