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The Federal Government has introduced reforms to the NDIS following a review that recommended an overhaul of the scheme
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Why have proposed NDIS reforms stirred controversy?

The Federal Government has introduced reforms to the NDIS following a review that recommended an overhaul of the scheme

Why Beyoncé called out country music

Beyonce’s new album ‘Cowboy Carter’ drops today, but not everyone is excited as we are.

NT police are enforcing a youth curfew in Alice Springs due to rising crime
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Curfew for under 18s in force across Alice Springs

The Northern Territory Government has announced young people in Alice Springs will live under a curfew for two weeks.

Why the AFL are being accused of a cover up
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Why the AFL are being accused of a cover-up

The drug cover up allegations against the AFL

This week, allegations were levelled against the AFL over recreational drug use being covered up by club doctors, and players being told to fake physical injuries in order to avoid game day drug testing.

New immigration laws would make it easier to deport non-citizens
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New immigration laws would make it easier to deport non-citizens

The Federal Government has introduced laws making it easier for authorities to deport non-citizens and expand the immigration minister’s powers.

Prices rose by 3.4% in the year to February
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Prices rose 3.4% in the year to February

Inflation (rising prices) has held steady month-on-month, with prices rising by 3.4% in February matching the inflation figures from January.

Florida banned social media
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Florida banned under 14s from social media

Anyone in Florida under 14 is banned from having a social media account, and 15-16-year-olds must receive permission from a parent/carer.

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US must prove Julian Assange won’t face the death penalty, UK court rules

The Australian is accused of publishing thousands of classified US military documents.

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Police raid homes tied to Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs

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Lowest-income UK suburbs made the most donations to charity in 2023, study finds

Three-quarters of households gave to charities last year through donations, sponsorships, and volunteering.

reddit share price doubles
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Reddit’s share price almost doubles in week after IPO

Anyone can now own a piece of the company by purchasing ‘shares’.

How Russia ignored a warning about a terrorist attack

Russia has just experienced its deadliest domestic terror attack in 20 years, when four gunmen stormed a concert hall in Moscow and killed at least 137 people, with at least 140 others injured.

Anjali Sharma and David Pocock in Parliament House
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The young activist trying to change the laws of the country

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UN Security Council passes Gaza ceasefire resolution

The United Nations Security Council has adopted a resolution demanding an “immediate ceasefire” in Gaza and the release of hostages.

The teen taking on the Govt over duty of care

Anj Sharma is a 19-year-old university student.

Treasurer Jim Chalmers will ask the Fair Work Commission to raise minimum wages in line with inflation
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The Government wants minimum wages to rise with inflation

Treasurer Jim Chalmers will ask the Fair Work Commission to lift the minimum wage in line with inflation this year.

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Good news: First woman wins Barkley marathon

UK runner Jasmin Paris has become the first woman to win the Barkley marathon, known as one of the world’s toughest runs.

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Ireland’s new Prime Minister is youngest-ever

At 37-years-old, Simon Harris is Ireland’s youngest-ever PM. Harris joined his party, Fine Gael, at 15 years old.

UK tobacco vaping
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UK introduces tobacco and vaping bill to ban children from smoking

A bill, which is expected to pass, on new tobacco and vaping regulations has been introduced to UK Parliament.

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Four arrested for terrorism over Moscow concert shooting

Islamic State has claimed responsibility for a suspected terrorism attack at Moscow concert hall that killed more than 130 people.

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Tasmania’s Liberal Government to form minority government again

The Liberal Party is expected to form a minority government again in Tasmania after the weekend’s election.

What the HECS is going on with uni fees?
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What the HECS is going on with uni fees?

The plan to protect LGBT+ discrimination in religious schools
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Religious discrimination: Unpacking recommendations to the Government

Australia's relay team breaks records
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Good news: Australia’s women’s relay team breaks records

The 4x100m relay team were led by Australia’s fastest woman, 19-year-old Torrie Lewis.

The plan to protect LGBT+ discrimination in religious schools

An independent legal body has advised the Federal Government on how to better protect LGBT+ staff and students at religious schools.

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US Justice Dept launches Apple lawsuit over alleged “monopoly”

The suit alleges the $US2.66 trillion ($AU6.4t) company has a “monopoly power in the smartphone… markets”, which has drowned out competitors like Samsung.

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ALRC gives govt advice on anti-discrimination law

NSW has banned LGBTQA+ conversion practices
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NSW has banned LGBTQA+ conversion practices

The NSW Parliament has officially passed legislation outlawing LGBTQA+ conversion therapies, with practitioners facing five years in jail.

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