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Council buys land for $1, but what's the catch?
A Midwest city council buys Crown land for $1 to develop more than 100 dwellings to house key workers, but WA's shadow local government minister says it i...
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Our best friend fell 200ft to his death on a mountain but wouldn't want us to stop hiking
Two men who watched best friend Jack Carne fall to his death off Glyder Fawr won't stop adventuring. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top...
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Health experts 'alert' not 'alarmed' as measles cases rise in Australia
Authorities keep a close eye on measles outbreaks in Asia, as many cases reported in Australia continue to be returned overseas travellers. Newsiline summ...
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Farmers' warning as milk prices fall below cost
Farmers worry more family farms will be sold unless dairy prices rise quickly. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business and links readers...
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How will new changes affect Centrelink recipients?
The federal government has proposed changes to Australia's $2 billion employment services system to make them “more responsive, effective and dignified”....
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Man accused of making bombs in home laboratory faces extra charges
A man has been charged with more than a dozen further explosives offences related to an alleged bomb-making lab at his home in a small NSW village. Newsil...
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We want everyone to use our 'very green grocery'
A charity selling over supplies and damaged stock say they want to cut waste and help people live. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Busine...
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Basketball-playing robot built by sixth-formers wins tech competition
A basketball-playing robot won Friends' School in Lisburn first place at the UK-wide First Tech Challenge robotics competition. Newsiline summarises this...
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Children's meals to be cheaper under VAT cut
The cost of children's meals in restaurants is set to come down as VAT on some items is cut to 5%. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Busine...
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First Ghanaians set to be repatriated from South Africa over anti-immigrant protests
It follows recent protests against illegal immigration that have led to fears there could be a resurgence in xenophobic violence. Newsiline summarises thi...
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Prosecution to open case against ex-DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson in sex abuse trial
The former MP has pleaded not guilty to all 18 charges he faces, including one count of rape. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories...
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Original track designer steers clear of estimated $100m MotoGP remodel
Adelaide Street Circuit designer Bob Barnard estimates it could cost more than $100 million to remodel the track for the MotoGP, but the premier says that...
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Cuts of meat that can save you money and how to cook with them
If you are looking to trim your household food budget, lower-cost cuts of meat could be a good place to start. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC N...
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'I've given up eating hot meals to pay for equipment to keep my son alive'
More than half of parents of disabled children and young people are skipping meals to pay their bills. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Bu...
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Public told to stay inside as authorities fight Queensland tyre shop blaze
Emergency services were called to the business on Queens Road in Kingston just after 1pm, with more than a dozen fire department crews on the scene. Newsi...
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Allegedly stolen cars rampage through Cairns from early hours
Police have failed to apprehend two allegedly stolen cars which caused traffic chaos during peak hour in Cairns this morning. Newsiline summarises this re...
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Breaking: Police search for missing swimmer in WA's South West
Police say the woman entered the water at Koombana Bay just after 9:20am and has not been seen since Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Austra...
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Samsung avoids strike as workers approve massive bonus deal
Amid booming demand for AI chips, the government-backed deal will make more than 60% of the South Korean tech giant's workforce eligible for bonuses of ab...
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Justin Stevens resigns as ABC director of news after four years in role
Managing director Hugh Marks says Stevens made ‘incredible commitment’ to broadcaster over 19 years Justin Stevens has resigned as ABC director of news af...
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Australia's major employment services shake-up: Here's what changing — and what's not
What does Employment Minister Amanda Rishworth's $312 million reform package include? Newsiline summarises this report from SBS News Australia and links r...
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Putin launches new incentives to recruit soldiers for Russian military
The Kremlin is trying to recruit more soldiers for its war in Ukraine but an analyst says at the rate of casualties, "Russia cannot replace recruits fast...
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Police were outgunned during Bondi beach massacre due to lack of long-arm rifles, royal commission hears
Officers were ‘placed at significant risk, being in a gunfight armed with 9mm Glocks against long-arms’, NSW police deputy commissioner says Police were o...
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Ever Restless Mount Dukono Erupts
The volcano on Indonesia’s Halmahera Island routinely ejects ash, volcanic gases, and volcanic bombs. Newsiline summarises this report from NASA - News Re...
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Riverside land purchased to save it from development
Mid-Suffolk Council hopes to enhance wildlife in the area and improve public access. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science & Enviro...
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Breaking: ABC's Justin Stevens resigns as director of news
Justin Stevens, the ABC's director of news, has announced his resignation after 19 years with the organisation. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC...
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'About bloody time': BOM selects new NT radar site 11 years after closure
BOM says it has decided to install a new weather radar in Tennant Creek, in the same place as the previous radar. Newsiline summarises this report from AB...
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How long will the heatwave last?
Following a day of record breaking bank holiday heat, heatwave conditions continue for many. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories...
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Since placing his first bet at age 15, Dylan says he's lost at least $900k gambling
From footy tips to Taylor Swift bets, teenagers are being lured into gambling. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and links readers...
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Attorney General Ken Paxton routs veteran incumbent Cornyn in Texas Senate primary
The race will help determine whether Democrats can win back control of the US Senate for the last half of the Trump presidency. Newsiline summarises this...
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Reconciliation Australia celebrates its 25th anniversary
From humble beginnings to historic moments, the organisation is celebrating a big milestone as National Reconciliation Week begins. Newsiline summarises t...
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David Pocock highlights ‘bonkers’ situation facing podcasts over gambling ad opt-out – video
Live-read sponsorships on podcasts would be included in proposed online advertising restrictions to gambling ads, officials confirmed in Senate estimates,...
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'Inadequate' jail sentence for sex worker killer increased after appeal
Xiaozheng Lin will spend more time in prison for killing two sex workers in 2022, following an appeal by the prosecutor. Newsiline summarises this report...
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Police 'reservations' about expanding powers of Jewish security groups
Deputy Commissioner David Hudson has given evidence at the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC...
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Concussion saw Macy lose her 'spark', but a new trial helped her recover
Macy became a shell of her usual self after suffering a concussion on a school trip, but experienced a huge improvement after a trial designed to help chi...
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YouTuber arrested for allegedly using AI to defame Korean actor
The YouTuber allegedly made false claims that fuelled a career-ending scandal for Kim Soo-hyun. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - World and...
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Tourists can be refused tap water, Italy's top court rules
The Italian Supreme Court rejected a tourist's claim that her consumer rights were breached when she was only offered €7 bottled mineral water. Newsiline...