Tag #Australia

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Mannoun Defamation Lawsuit Dismissed: Failure to Prove Serious Harm

A NSW District Court dismissed Liverpool Mayor Ned Mannoun's defamation case against Peter Ristevski due to insufficient evidence of serious reputational harm caused by a Facebook comment calling Mannoun a "crim", highlighting the 2021 changes to defamation laws requiring proof of serious harm.

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Melbourne Synagogue Firebombing: Calls for Terror Declaration Amid Rising Anti-Semitism

A firebombing attack on a Melbourne synagogue injured two people during morning prayers on Friday, prompting calls for the incident to be declared an act of terror and demands for stronger action against rising anti-Semitism in Australia.

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Netanyahu Blames Australia's UN Vote for Synagogue Attack

Following a firebombing of a Melbourne synagogue, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticized Australia's Labor government's UN voting record, linking it to the attack; Australia's Prime Minister defended the government's position, while the opposition accused Labor of failing to address an...

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NSW to Review Laws Protecting Religious Institutions After Antisemitic Attacks

NSW Premier Chris Minns ordered a review of laws to strengthen protections for religious institutions following antisemitic attacks, including a Melbourne synagogue firebombing and protests outside a Sydney synagogue that prevented congregants from leaving.

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Gadecki: Australia's Top-Ranked Female Tennis Player

Olivia Gadecki, a 22-year-old Australian tennis player, rose to No. 96 in the world rankings in 2024, becoming Australia's top-ranked female player and securing her position as team leader for the 2025 United Cup in Sydney.

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Melbourne Synagogue Firebombed in Suspected Antisemitic Attack

Two masked individuals firebombed a Melbourne synagogue early Friday, injuring one worshipper; the attack, condemned as antisemitic, follows a recent surge in antisemitic incidents in Australia linked to the Gaza conflict.

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Glenday replaces Rowland as News Breakfast co-host

James Glenday will co-host ABC's News Breakfast alongside Bridget Brennan, replacing Michael Rowland and Tony Armstrong, following a series of recent departures from the program.

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Affordable and Clean Energy
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Netanyahu's Attack Plunges Australia-Israel Relations into Crisis

Australian-Israeli relations have plummeted after Prime Minister Netanyahu accused Australia of having an "extreme anti-Israeli position" following a UN vote and visa decision, coinciding with an arson attack on a Melbourne synagogue.

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Head's Century Propels Australia Towards Victory in Adelaide Test

Australia took control of the second Test against India in Adelaide, with Travis Head scoring a magnificent 140 and disciplined bowling from Australia reducing India to a significant deficit of 29 runs at the close of play, despite some strong performance from Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj.

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No Poverty
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Widening Gender Gap in Australian Math and Science Scores Favors Boys

A new report reveals a widening gender gap in Australian year 4 and 8 students' math and science scores, favoring boys, with the largest ever recorded gap in year 4 driven by a significantly higher percentage of boys achieving very high scores, prompting calls for systemic change.

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Quality Education
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Arson Attack on Melbourne Synagogue Condemned

A fire, suspected arson, engulfed Melbourne's Adass Israel synagogue early Friday, prompting condemnation from Prime Minister Albanese; counter-terrorism police are investigating two persons of interest seen using accelerant.

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Arson Attack Damages Melbourne Synagogue

Masked arsonists attacked the Adass Israel synagogue in Melbourne, Australia, before dawn on Friday, causing significant damage and disrupting morning prayers; the attack is condemned by Jewish leaders and politicians.

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