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Live: Safe Schools program to face Government review
The Federal Government moves to review the Safe Schools anti-bullying program, designed to provide a safe environment for same-sex students, with Cory Bernardi claiming the scheme has a "radical agenda".
 
Coalition considers slashing super fund capital gains concession
The Government contemplates halving the capital gains tax discount for superannuation funds to find money to fund income tax cuts, a move which would appear to be at odds with the PM's declaration that "increasing capital gains tax is no part of our thinking".
 
Help fails to reach devastated communities in Fiji
There is growing frustration among Fijians who say they are yet to receive any help after a devastating cyclone struck the country on the weekend.
 
Teen whose threat led to Sydney Opera House evacuation 'joking'
A teenage boy who forced the evacuation of the Sydney Opera House after a threat on social media told police he was just joking, court documents reveal.
 
Coroner recommends criminal charges for backyard pool deaths
A Queensland coroner who investigated the drowning of a young boy after a pool fence gate was deliberately propped open wants the State Government to consider introducing new criminal laws.
 
Bunnings bans sexist tradies after staff harassed
A major hardware chain takes a stance against sexism, banning some tradesmen from stores over sexual harassment of staff.
 
Aussies on track for victory, at 1 for 70 chasing 201
Australia loses an early wicket chasing 201 for a series sweep of New Zealand, finishing day four of the second Test at Hagley Oval on 1 for 70.
 
Anti-vaccination campaigners blamed for Brunswick measles outbreak
The number of measles cases in Melbourne's north climbs to 14 after the Health Department is notified of another five patients.
 
Doctor's letter suggests 'no evidence' baby Asha's burns deliberately inflicted
Asylum seeker advocates release a letter they say shows Brisbane doctors found no evidence baby Asha was harmed deliberately while in detention on Nauru.
 
Calls for ban on eyeball tattooing as procedure regulated in NSW
The Baird Government is criticised for recently regulating the practice of eyeball tattooing, as the New South Wales Opposition calls for a ban on the "completely irresponsible" procedure.
 
Pell to give evidence from four-star hotel in Rome
Cardinal George Pell will give evidence to the child abuse royal commission via video link from the Hotel Quirinale in Rome next week, with abuse survivors heading to Italy for the chance to see him testify.
 
Teen wife of Sydney terror suspect charged
New South Wales Police lay terrorism-related charges against Alo-Bridget Namoa, the teenage wife of Sydney terror suspect Sameh Bayda.
 
Sydney school to allow male students to wear female uniforms
The Australian Christian Lobby condemns a move by a Sydney high school to allow male students to wear female uniforms, and to let students freely express what gender they identify with.
 
Analysis and Opinion: The Drum
By Chris Berg Negative gearing changes aren't bold or courageous
By Chris Berg
By Sheryle Bagwell Profits season: Australia's non-mining companies step up to the plate
By Sheryle Bagwell
By Mungo MacCallum Turnbull sure is taking his time to deliver
By Mungo MacCallum
By Radha O'Meara Sexist scripts: Do women stand a chance in films?
By Radha O'Meara
 
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World
Kesha's legal battle with Dr Luke explained
Women 'left their kitchens' to back me: US presidential candidate
Blackstar turned into Bowie-approved Instagram miniseries
 
Business
Qube and Brookfield mull joint bid for Asciano
BHP Billiton posts $7.8 billion loss, slashes dividend
Qantas profit climbs 234pc to $688 million, announces share buyback
 
Politics
Leaked DFAT document outlines Australia's position on South China Sea
What will the changes to Senate voting mean for you?
Melbourne Metro Rail Project business case revealed
 
Sport
Aussies on track for victory, at 1 for 70 chasing 201
As it happened: Australia well placed for clean sweep over Black Caps
Hazlewood in foul-mouthed rant at umpire over review against Black Caps
 
Science and Tech
Strange 'music' heard by 1969 astronauts nothing new, NASA says
Want to be an astronaut? So do a record number of others
Virgin Galactic back with new passenger spaceship
 
Environment
'It's like brewing beer': Innovative methods being used to slash farm run-off
NSW oyster farmers slowly recovering from POMS outbreak
Koala activists fail in court bid against coal mine
 

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