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Wildlife carer puts $5 bounty on Indian mynas, the 'cane toads of the sky'
In one Queensland town, a wildlife carer is so concerned about the Indian myna's threat to native species, she has self-funded a bounty program that offer...
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Why this year’s FIFA World Cup ball is unlike any used before
FIFA is expanding its use of AI and tracking technology to help officials with decisions. Newsiline summarises this report from SBS News Australia and lin...
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The US is celebrating 250 years. But whose version of America wins?
Trump is turning what is meant to be a national celebration into a spectacle about himself and his movement, experts say. Newsiline summarises this report...
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One Nation resurgence feels like 'recurring nightmare' for former Qld premier
Former Nationals premier of Queensland Rob Borbidge says alarm bells are ringing within conservative ranks over surging support for One Nation, but he bel...
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Experts suspect state policy is putting some farmers in artificial drought
A western New South Wales farmer says dams built next door have stopped all water flows onto his property, forcing him to graze and water his stock by the...
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Victoria 'failing the whole nation' in enforcement of anti-vaping measures
Anti-vaping advocates have launched a new campaign warning young people of the health dangers posed by vaping. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC N...
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Tugboat? Pipeline? Why there's no quick fuel fix for the Nuyina
Australia's Antarctic icebreaker can't access the marine fuel depot near its home port in Hobart. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia...
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Here's why Australia's emissions dropped. Could it be a tipping point?
Emissions are at their lowest point since the COVID pandemic shut down the economy, dropping 2.1 per cent over the year to December 2025. Newsiline summar...
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A humiliating stat suggests Brumbies, Reds face impossible finals mission
History is stacked against the Brumbies and Reds surviving week one of the Super Rugby Pacific finals, which kick off on Friday evening. Newsiline summari...
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Bullock says RBA will re-tender KPMG whistleblower hotline contract amid scandals
The Reserve Bank is distancing itself from KPMG with Governor Michele Bullock confirming the bank will re-tender its whistleblower hotline service. Newsil...
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Hanson takes the stage as Chalmers' budget woes roll on
While Labor is increasingly concerned about the long-term threat of One Nation, this week its attention was squarely on more immediate problems. Newsiline...
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Piastri hunting Monaco silverware to mark historic F1 milestone
On an historic occasion for one of Formula 1's most storied teams, Oscar Piastri is hoping to add silverware to McLaren's special day in Monaco. Newsiline...
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Australian beef could be hit by 55 per cent tariff in China within days
China is cracking down on beef imports and says it is ready to slap Australia with an additional 55 per cent tariff in the coming days. Newsiline summaris...
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'What has this person done?' Specialists alarmed by tanning trend
Skin specialists are sounding a warning about the potential cancer risks associated with unregulated peptides at the heart of a social media-driven beauty...
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Ancient tribes, military, trade and China's rise meet on this island
India's Great Nicobar Island is home to one of the world's last isolated tribes who are believed to have lived there for thousands of years, but a rising...
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Why war has made Iran's leadership frictions more 'consequential'
A report about the resignation of Iran's president earlier this week came at a turbulent moment for Iran's regime, which is grappling with frictions betwe...
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What happens when fuel excise cuts end on June 30?
Experts say consumers have 30 days until they pay more at the pump if no peace deal is finalised in the Middle East and the Strait of Hormuz remains close...
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The best fresh produce to shop for in June
Winter has arrived. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and links readers to the original publisher for the full story.
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ABC news quiz: Mystery markings, a premature celebration and a fight over the Big... something
You too could learn the dangers of celebrating too soon if you underestimate this week's news quiz. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Austral...
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A new documentary brings things home for the author of Dark Emu
A slow-cinema treasure, Grace McKenzie's documentary, Yumburra, traces author Bruce Pascoe's establishment of a farm. Newsiline summarises this report fro...
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China accuses US of 'smear' and distorting facts over Tiananmen Square
As vigils to mark the 37th anniversary were held around the world, Chinese authorities reportedly banned families of those who died in 1989 from visiting...
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Ex-Trump adviser John Bolton to admit retaining classified documents, US media reports
The former national security adviser, who served in Donald Trump's first administration, is now a prominent critic of the president. Newsiline summarises...
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I asked AI for help with DIY. It told me to build a subfloor on rotting stumps, but also taught me valuable lessons | Myke Bartlett
Nothing does more for your ego than realising you can make a better decision than a bot with all of human knowledge at its digital fingertips I am not, by...
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Newsroom Edition: Are falling house prices a trap for Labor? – podcast
Josephine Tovey speaks with Gabrielle Jackson, Patrick Keneally and Jonathan Barrett about why Labor is damned if they do, and damned if they don’t, when...
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Nauru issues rare statement after whistleblower alleges violent threats against Australia’s non-citizens
Nauran government says its citizens are ‘friendly’ after MP spoke of serious threats allegedly made against former Australian detainees Get our breaking n...
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‘That’s a bad combination’: why Australia may be in for a slushy snow season
Snow arrives in time for the start of ski season, but climate change and El Niño mean it may not stick around for long, experts say Get our breaking news...
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UK PM says Musk 'trying to whip up division' over student's murder
Keir Starmer has criticised Musk's posts on X, saying the billionaire should stop creating "further division, hatred or tension". Newsiline summarises thi...
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Trump slams bid to curb war powers, says Iran talks in 'final' phase
Donald Trump has condemned a House vote seeking to curb his war powers in Iran, as fresh fighting and diplomatic efforts unfold across the Middle East. Ne...
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Man presumed dead survives week on Mount Everest without food or oxygen
A Sherpa guide, presumed dead after failing to descend from Mount Everest, was found crawling down to base camp a week after he went missing. Newsiline su...
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Wong says she believes activists who say they were sexually assaulted in Israeli custody
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has told a parliamentary hearing she believes the allegations of Australian activists, who say they were sexually assaulted wh...
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Bondi attack hero Ahmed al-Ahmed charged with assaulting his father
Police allege the 44-year-old lauded for disarming one of the gunmen in December’s attack put his father in a headlock Get our breaking news email, free a...
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Israeli strikes kill nine in Gaza, despite ceasefire
At least 15 others were wounded in overnight attacks that targeted four apartments. Newsiline summarises this report from SBS News Australia and links rea...
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ANU approved $250m cost-cutting plan without clear evidence, report finds
Australian National University's leadership approved a controversial $250 million cost-cutting program without a clear understanding of the problem it was...
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Penny Wong says she believes Israeli soldiers sexually assaulted and abused Australian women after Gaza flotilla
Foreign affairs minister says her position is to ‘always believe women’ when sexual assault allegations are made Get our breaking news email, free app or...
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Advocates raise concerns over child safety report's adoption recommendations
Queensland's Commission of Inquiry into Child Safety report, released by the state government on Wednesday, found the availability of adoption should "not...
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Breaking: Bondi terror attack hero Ahmed Al Ahmed charged with assault
Mr Ahmed has been charged with domestic violence common assault after an incident in Bankstown in March. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Au...