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ARC Suspends $870,000 Grant Amidst Controversy Over Academic's Speech

Dr. Randa Abdel-Fattah's $870,000 Australian Research Council grant was suspended pending investigation after the education minister raised concerns about her speech at an anti-racism symposium and alleged non-compliance with grant conditions, prompting debate over academic freedom versus public fun...

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Cook Islands' China Deals Spark Regional Tensions

The Cook Islands signed several agreements with China covering various sectors, including deep-sea mineral exploration, without consulting New Zealand, causing domestic protests and raising concerns among Australia and New Zealand. This action highlights growing Chinese influence in the Pacific and ...

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Partnerships for the Goals
smh.com.au
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Chinese Naval Drills in Tasman Sea Raise Tensions with Australia

A flotilla of Chinese naval ships conducted surprise live-fire exercises in the Tasman Sea, causing concerns in Australia and highlighting a communication breakdown between China and Australian authorities.

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Australia's Geopolitical Crossroads: Election Campaign Overshadowed by US-China Tensions

Amidst US withdrawal and China's growing assertiveness, Australia's election campaign is overshadowed by geopolitical concerns; Albanese's response to China's naval exercises near Sydney has drawn criticism, while the opposition highlights Australia's vulnerability.

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smh.com.au
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Victoria's Booming Education Exports: A Balancing Act

Victorian public schools organized over 40 overseas recruitment trips last year, attracting more than 9370 international students in 2024, generating $13,000–$20,000 per student, while raising concerns about equitable distribution among schools.

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Quality Education
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Sect Members Convicted in Child's Death After Insulin Withholding

Eight-year-old Elizabeth Struhs died in January 2022 from diabetic ketoacidosis after her parents, influenced by the "Saints" religious sect, withheld insulin treatment; 13 sect members, including her parents, were convicted of manslaughter.

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smh.com.au
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Star Entertainment Faces Collapse, Desperately Seeks Funding

Star Entertainment is urgently seeking funding to avoid insolvency after failing to secure enough money to meet near-term payments. The company's board is reviewing liquidity proposals, and its half-year results are dependent on securing funding to continue operating.

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smh.com.au
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Star Entertainment Faces Imminent Bankruptcy

Star Entertainment Group, Australia's largest casino operator, is teetering on the brink of bankruptcy, facing a Friday deadline to secure a liquidity proposal to avoid insolvency, potentially impacting 8000 jobs and major tourism revenue in NSW and Queensland.

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smh.com.au
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LaPa Legends Float Debuts at Sydney Mardi Gras

The LaPa Legends float, representing Sydney's LGBTQ and Aboriginal communities, will debut at the 47th annual Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras parade on Saturday, drawing hundreds of thousands of spectators. This follows a history of homophobia and discrimination faced by both communities.

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smh.com.au
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Brisbane Council Averts Strikes With 7.35% Wage Deal

Brisbane City Council reached a negotiated 7.35% pay rise over two years with its staff, ending weeks of industrial action by library, call center, and bus drivers who had sought double-digit increases; averted further service disruptions.

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dailymail.co.uk
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Machete-Wielding Man Terrorizes Canberra Mall Shoppers

On Thursday at 3:15 pm, a machete-wielding man and a woman allegedly attempted to steal shoes at Canberra Outlet Centre in Fyshwick, threatening shoppers and staff before fleeing the scene; police are investigating and searching for the suspects.

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Parents Sentenced for Faith-Healing Death of 8-Year-Old Daughter

An Australian court sentenced the parents of eight-year-old Elizabeth Struhs to at least 14 years in prison for her death in January 2022, after they withheld insulin based on the beliefs of a Christian sect, "The Saints," which also resulted in additional members receiving sentences ranging from si...

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