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Good afternoon. Here's what's happening now: In developing news, a woman is again being questioned over the murder of Karlie Pearce-Stevenson and her daughter Khandalyce. Hazel Passmore has returned to a police station in Adelaide to speak with detectives The country is reacting to Cabinet's decision to scrap knights and dames from the Order of Australia honours system. We want to know if you agree. Let us know via the poll in our story Australian backyards are in finite supply, according to a new report. That means many young Australians with dreams of upgrading from a balcony clothesline to a Hills Hoist may never get the chance, and the report says older homeowners are to blame Study up on the runners in tomorrow's Melbourne Cup now. Here's what's popular: This form guide profiles the 24 starters But what goes into a Cup winner you ask? Our interactive team has analysed past champions Here's a six-second look at the contenders Here's what's coming up tonight: In cricket, Australia and New Zealand are launching the Test series in Brisbane this afternoon ahead of the first match on Thursday 7:00pm AEDT: We're expecting to hear from Middle East correspondent Sophie McNeill with an update on the Russian jet that crashed in Egypt 8:30pm: Four Corners airs its Hidden Harm piece on foetal alcohol syndrome on ABC. A preview to the program has been really popular on our site today French president Francois Hollande begins a two-day visit to China overnight Top Stories Turnbull scraps Abbott's knights and dames from Order of Australia PM Malcolm Turnbull says knights and dame titles are "anachronistic and out of date", although those already knighted, including Angus Houston and Prince Phillip, will get to keep the honours. Russian plane 'disintegrated' in air before crashing in Egypt's Sinai Russia's top aviation official says the airliner that crashed in Egypt's Sinai peninsula, killing all 224 people on board, disintegrated while flying at high altitude. Melbourne Cup field: 2015 form guide and sweep The stage is set for the 155th running of the Melbourne Cup tomorrow. Explore our interactive guide to the horses chasing Australian racing's greatest prize. WA woman loses $300K in online romance scam A Western Australian woman loses hundreds of thousands of dollars to a Nigerian fraudster she believed was an interior designer (pictured) looking for love on social media. Man who fled arrest after fatal car crash jailed 15 years on Bradley Michael Hazelton is sentenced to at least nine months in jail over a car crash that killed his friend, Dwayne Nicholson, in the NSW Illawarra region in 2000. Drought-stricken town records wettest day ever More wet weather is predicted in some parts of parched outback Queensland this week, after weekend storms dumped record levels of rain on some towns, the weather bureau says. Hayne on the market but 49ers need him most The Dallas Cowboys are among several NFL clubs that may pick up Jarryd Hayne but it is the 49ers, the club that cut him, who need the Australian most. Older homeowners keep young Australians from backyard dream: report A new report shows young people in Melbourne and Sydney might have difficulty upgrading from smaller dwellings to detached homes when starting a family because older people are not downsizing. Stunning photos provide portrait of our solar system The arrival of NASA's New Horizons spacecraft at the Pluto system in July has finally allowed astronomers to complete the centuries-long mission of obtaining a family portrait of our solar system. Teenager in induced coma after being found burning on Halloween A Sunshine Coast teenager is in an induced coma with burns to 35 per cent of his body as police investigate whether he was doused in petrol on Halloween. Morrison says New Zealand-style GST system an 'extreme' option Treasurer Scott Morrison labels a Government MP's suggestion to raise the GST to 15 per cent and dramatically broaden its base as "extreme". AMA accuses Sussan Ley of 'unprecedented' politicisation of review The Australian Medical Association accuses Federal Health Minister Sussan Ley of "unprecedented" politicisation of a review that shows doctors were ordered to repay more than $4 million worth of benefits claimed in the 2014-15 financial year. Optus to broadcast Premier League in Australia Optus wins the rights to broadcast the English Premier League in Australia for the next three years. Analysis and Opinion: The Drum GST reform: Bill Shorten has a tough decision to make By Paula Matthewson From Syria to Sweden (and possibly back again) By Connie Agius The flaws of an increased GST might outweigh the benefits By Michael Potter Melbourne Cup 2015: Half full, half empty By Michael Hutak Just In Man injured after fall in popular rock climbing quarry in Perth November 2, 2015 - 3:50 pm Adelaide rapist has 'difficulty facing up to crime' November 2, 2015 - 3:46 pm Former Melbourne Grammar student found not guilty of murdering homeless man November 2, 2015 - 3:45 pm World • China's manufacturing conditions continue to deteriorate • Joy and anguish greet AKP win in Turkish elections • Former US senator and Law and Order star dies aged 73 Business • Home values cool as rates and lending standards increase • Westpac confirms $7.8b profit, warns of tough times ahead • Morrison says New Zealand-style GST system an 'extreme' option Politics • Joy and anguish greet AKP win in Turkish elections • Morrison says New Zealand-style GST system an 'extreme' option • Turnbull scraps Abbott's knights and dames from Order of Australia Sport • Cheika named World Rugby Coach of the Year • Hayne on the market but 49ers need him most • Gabba chance for Khawaja at number three, says Lehmann Science and Tech • Your cat is a miniature lion, but it is not trying to kill you • Lizard regenerates six tails following injury • Google to test balloon-powered internet over Indonesia Environment • Ancient underground river systems could be boon for small-town development • Mobile kitchen serves up 'garbage' meals to Europe's asylum seekers • International climate plans leave 'door open' for keeping warming under 2C: UN Follow ABC News About this email You received this email because you are subscribed to ABC News email alerts. 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