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Man shot dead on film set in Brisbane CBD
A man in his 20s dies after being shot in the chest on a film set at Brisbane CBD's Eagle Lane, according to police.
 
Accused Bourke St killer transferred to court
The man accused of killing five people and injuring dozens of pedestrians during a rampage through Melbourne's CBD is transferred to court, where he is expected to be charged with five counts of murder.
 
Gladys Berejiklian 'ready for anything' as NSW Premier
Gladys Berejiklian outlines her priorities and praises her Armenian migrant parents, saying she "will be governing for everyone", as she gives her first speech after being voted as the new leader in NSW.
 
How does Victoria's bail justice system work?
The bail justice system is unique to Victoria, but following Melbourne's Bourke Street tragedy, it's facing a shake-up.
 
Rapist uni staffer promoted after guilty plea
A north Queensland university is investigating how a staff member not only held onto his job after raping a student, but was promoted.
 
Trump accuses Women's March protesters of not voting
US President Donald Trump offers a scattershot response to the sweeping protests against his new administration, undermining the public opposition and then defending demonstrators' rights a short time later.
 
Fake orgy prank backfires at Gold Coast school
A cleaner at a Gold Coast school is awarded $156,000 compensation after workmates played a prank on him by pretending there had been an orgy in the staffroom.
 
$1m reward offered in 1968 case of missing Bendigo teenagers
A $1 million reward is being offered to help solve the suspicious disappearance of Bendigo teenagers Maureen Braddy and Allan Whyte almost 50 years ago, with police saying they believe someone in the community holds the key to cracking the cold case.
 
'Human error' to blame for hospital blackout
A generator failure at Flinders Medical Centre during South Australia's statewide blackout last year was most likely due to human error, according to an independent review.
 
Samsung says short-circuiting batteries caused Galaxy Note 7 fires
Samsung Electronics says internal short circuiting in Galaxy Note 7 batteries caused the phones to heat up and catch on fire, after months of investigation and internal and independent reviews.
 
Government 'working flat out' to revise TPP deal without Trump's support
The Federal Government will seek a revised Trans-Pacific Partnership trade deal without support from US President Donald Trump, claiming it will still bring "tremendous" benefits to exporters.
 
With top two men's seeds out, who'll win the Australian Open?
Can Roger Federer defy age and the naysayers to reclaim greatness at the Australian Open? The men's tournament is as wide open as ever after two high-profile exits.
 
NSW maintains economic lead, as south-east dominates growth
The south-eastern states are leading Australia's economy, with previously struggling Tasmania looking to join that group, while the resources-dependent states continue to struggle.
 
Civil celebrants 'shouldn't refuse services' to same-sex couples
A Senate committee is urged to ensure civil celebrants cannot refuse services to same-sex couples due to religious or conscientious objections.
 
Patriots and Falcons claim conference wins to set up Super Bowl showdown
The New England Patriots and the Atlanta Falcons set up a Super Bowl date with convincing wins over Pittsburgh and Green Bay respectively.
 
Helmet, hose and jetpack: Dubai firefighters ready for launch
There may soon be an influx of people applying to be firefighters in Dubai with the introduction of water jetpack systems for battling blazes.
 
Analysis and Opinion: The Drum
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By chief foreign correspondent Philip Williams
By North America correspondent Conor Duffy Punchy and combative Donald Trump upends status quo
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By Indigenous affairs editor Stan Grant Stan Grant: Heritage aside, should being Indigenous really matter?
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Business
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Politics
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NT economy 'losing momentum', falls to sixth in state rankings
Why Trump's Supreme Court nomination matters
 
Sport
Serena sails into quarter-finals with straight sets win
Patriots and Falcons claim conference wins to set up Super Bowl showdown
With top two men's seeds out, who'll win the Australian Open?
 
Science and Tech
App aims to make it safer for sex workers to connect with clients
Virtual Reality: Imagine exploring a new house without leaving your couch
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Environment
New Acland coal mine expansion approved by Federal Environment Minister
Melbourne tram network to use solar energy by end of 2018
World temperatures hit new high in 2016: NASA
 

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