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Hamas Praises Australia's Palestine Recognition

Australia's recognition of Palestine has drawn praise from Hamas, who claim their October 7 attacks on Israel contributed to the decision, a view refuted by the Australian government who emphasize the need for a two-state solution, while Hamas calls for inclusion in all Palestinian elections.

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Home Affairs Wrongfully Detains Citizens Due to Administrative Errors

The Commonwealth Ombudsman's report reveals the Australian Home Affairs Department wrongfully detained an Australian citizen for four days and another for 18 months due to administrative errors, highlighting a persistent issue despite previous warnings.

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Australia Shifts Foreign Policy, Prioritizing Independence from US Under Trump

Australia's Albanese government is subtly shifting its foreign policy towards greater independence from the US, prioritizing economic ties with China, rejecting increased defense spending demands, and potentially recognizing Palestine, despite risks to its long-standing alliance with America.

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Melbourne Double Murder: Pregnant Woman and Partner Killed, Suspect Charged

In Melbourne, Australia, Ross Judd, 34, is charged with the double murder of Athena Georgopoulos, 39 (five months pregnant), and Andrew Gunn, 50, whose decapitated head was found impaled on a spike at their Mount Waverley home; Judd was arrested near Westall Railway Station.

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US Experts Warn Australia's China Stance Jeopardizes AUKUS

US Indo-Pacific experts warn Australia's ambiguous stance on China threatens the AUKUS submarine agreement; they cite reduced public pronouncements on the China threat and the lack of explicit statements about potential use of the submarines against China as concerns.

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60% Bias Score

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CBA Posts Record Profit, Ends Coal Lending

Commonwealth Bank (CBA) announced record $10.25 billion cash profit for the year to June 2025, a 4% increase, alongside a new policy to cut lending to coal companies without net-zero emissions plans by 2050, impacting approximately $1.2 billion in existing loans. The bank also reported increased hou...

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ACTU pushes for four-day work week, citing productivity gains

The Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) is pushing for a four-day work week to improve work-life balance, citing studies showing increased productivity and reduced burnout in trial programs; however, challenges remain in ensuring pay and feasibility across various business sectors.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Whistleblower Demands Protection Authority After Robodebt Trauma

Jeannie-Marie Blake, a former Services Australia employee, testified before a Senate committee about the lack of whistleblower protection, detailing personal and professional repercussions she suffered for exposing the unlawful robodebt scheme; she advocates for establishing a Whistleblower Protecti...

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Homeless Man Charged with Double Murder in Melbourne

A homeless man, Ross Judd, 34, has been charged with the double murder of Athena Georgopoulos, 39, and Andrew Gunn, 50, found dead in their Melbourne home on Monday evening; Georgopoulos was five months pregnant; the attack is believed to be targeted, but the relationship between the suspect and vic...

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Lyon's 2017 Sledging: A Strategic Masterclass and a Call for Spin Bowling's Future

In 2017, Australian spinner Nathan Lyon intentionally used tactical sledging against England to deflect criticism of Australia's team selection, ultimately contributing to a 4-0 Ashes victory and a personal best of 21 wickets; he now worries about the future of spin bowling globally.

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Reduced Inequality
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Federal Court Condemns Surgeon for Prioritizing Profit Over Patient Safety

A Federal Court judgment found surgeon Munjed Al Muderis prioritized profit and fame over patient safety, prompting Medibank to request an investigation from Macquarie University Hospital despite Al Muderis maintaining affiliations there and elsewhere.

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Good Health and Well-being
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ACTU to Propose Four-Day Workweek at Economic Roundtable

The Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) will propose a four-day workweek at next week's economic roundtable, citing studies showing increased productivity, but facing employer opposition who argue maintaining wages requires a significant productivity boost.

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