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Australia Faces Long Odds in Bid for US Steel Tariff Exemption

Facing a March 12 deadline, Australia's efforts to secure an exemption from US President Trump's steel and aluminum tariffs are facing significant challenges, with Trump's top economic advisor indicating that an exemption is unlikely, despite ongoing high-level lobbying from Australian officials, in...

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Star Entertainment Averts Collapse, but Future Hinges on $940 Million Refinancing

Star Entertainment narrowly avoided collapse after selling its Brisbane casino stake for $35 million, securing a short-term loan, but its future depends on a $940 million refinancing proposal, which is not guaranteed.

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Delayed Black Hawk Helicopters: Regulatory Hurdles Impede NSW RFS Emergency Response

Seven years after the plan was announced, two Black Hawk helicopters gifted to the NSW Rural Fire Service in October 2023 are still not operational for their intended purpose due to restrictions on civilian passenger transport, despite $6.5 million being spent on refurbishments. They will function p...

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China's Naval Exercises Expose Australia's Defense Shortcomings

China conducted live-fire naval exercises near Australia's east coast in recent weeks, deploying the destroyer Zunyi, which carries 112 cruise missiles, highlighting a significant capability gap in the Royal Australian Navy.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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300,000 Without Power as Storm Alfred Lashes Australia's East Coast

Tropical Storm Alfred, downgraded from a cyclone, caused over 300,000 power outages across southeastern Queensland and northern New South Wales, forcing evacuations, school closures, and transport disruptions, with further impacts expected.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Cyclone Alfred Brings Devastating Floods to NSW

Ex-tropical cyclone Alfred brought heavy rain and flooding to northern NSW and South East Queensland, causing power outages, school closures, and numerous rescues, with fears of further flooding and a possible loss of life as the slow-moving system continues its westward march.

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Clean Water and Sanitation
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Australia Considers Ukraine Peacekeepers

Australia is considering sending peacekeepers to Ukraine, participating in a planning meeting in Paris; Australian personnel are already training Ukrainian recruits in the UK, while domestically, the government highlights increased investment in civilian disaster relief capabilities to reduce relian...

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Brisbane spared by cyclone thanks to island buffer

Tropical Cyclone Alfred weakened from a category 1 storm to a tropical low after hitting the Bay Islands off Brisbane on Friday night, sparing the city from its full force, though causing significant damage to island businesses.

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Climate Action
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Crusaders Rout Reds in Christchurch, 43-19

The Crusaders dominated the Queensland Reds in Christchurch with a 43-19 victory, scoring six tries in 42 minutes due to the Reds' numerous errors and poor decision-making, despite some impressive individual plays from the Reds.

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Mobile Clinic Expands Women's Healthcare Access in Rural Victoria

A mobile women's health clinic, Nina, travels across Victoria, providing free services like cervical screenings, STI treatment, contraception, and abortion care in remote areas where access is limited, addressing a significant healthcare gap highlighted in a Women's Health Victoria report.

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Good Health and Well-being
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Lismore Faces Flooding as Cyclone Alfred Brings Heavy Rain

Ex-tropical cyclone Alfred brought heavy rainfall and flooding to Lismore, Australia, on [Date], prompting evacuations as the Wilsons River neared major flood levels; emergency services are responding to widespread impacts across multiple communities.

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No Poverty
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Ex-Cyclone Alfred Causes Injuries, Fatality, and Widespread Damage in Queensland and NSW

Ex-tropical cyclone Alfred made landfall in Queensland between Brisbane and Maroochyore at 9 PM on Saturday, causing two injuries from falling trees in Brisbane (one hospitalized), one fatality from floodwaters in northern NSW, and a crash injuring thirteen Australian Defence Force personnel near Li...

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