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Sydney pro-Palestine protests to go ahead on 7 October

Earlier this week, NSW Police made a legal bid to stop planned pro-Palestine protests in Sydney from taking place this long weekend.

A school bus fire in Thailand has killed 23 passengers
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Thailand school bus fire has killed 23 students and teahcers

A school bus fire in Thailand has killed 23 students and teachers, who have been commemorated at a mass funeral.

Here's how NDIS supports are changing
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Here’s how NDIS supports are changing

The Government has established a new body for young First Nations people — The ‘National Commission for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children and Young People’.
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The Govt has established a commission for First Nations children and young people

The body is expected to focus on issues including the over-representation of First Nations children in out-of-home care and youth detention.

How is the NDIS changing?

The Government has released an updated list of support services available to National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants.

Polkinghorne announced retirement
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Polkinghorne announced retirement from international football

Clare Polkinghorne, the Matildas most-capped player, has announced her retirement from international football.

Women's T20 World Cup preview
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Women’s T20 World Cup preview

Bangladesh and Scotland will play the opening match tonight in Dubai. Here’s your women’s T20 World Cup preview.

NDIS support services have been laid out in a new approval list.
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Changes to approved NDIS support services are now in effect

People with disabilities won’t be able to claim certain support services after the Government published an approved NDIS support list.

Who won the U.S. vice presidential debate?
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Who won the U.S. vice presidential debate?

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Doctor pleads guilty to illegally supplying Matthew Perry ketamine

This week, Matthew Perry’s doctor pleaded guilty to the illegal distribution of ketamine, admitting to using a fake prescription.

What happened at the vice presidential debate?

Democrat Tim Walz and Republican JD Vance have met for for their first (and only) Vice Presidential debate.

The ABC has issued an apology to current and former diverse staff who detailed their experiences of racism in a newly released report.
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The ABC says it’s “deeply sorry” after a review found staff experienced racism

It comes as the findings of an independent review, commissioned by the ABC, found “systemic issues” within the public broadcaster.

Hate symbol laws and anti-war protests
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Hate symbol laws and anti-war protests

Qatar Airways buy Virgin
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Qatar Airways will buy a 25% stake in Virgin Australia

Under the agreement with Qatar Airways, where it buys a 25% stake in Virgin, the Australian airline plans to launch its own long-haul flights.

NSW police are trying to stop planned protests in Sydney to mark a year since October 7
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NSW Police have made a legal bid to stop planned protests

NSW police are trying to stop planned protests in Sydney to mark a year since October 7, making a legal appeal in the Supreme Court.

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A U.S. court has overturned a six-week abortion ban in Georgia

Abortion is a key campaign issue ahead of next month’s Presidential election. Georgia is one of a few crucial swing states.

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Young people buy second-hand clothes more than older consumers

Young people (18-34 year olds) are more likely to practice sustainable clothing habits, such as buying second-hand clothes.

Iran launched a missile attack on Israel
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Iran has launched a direct missile attack at Israel

Iran has launched a missile attack on Israel, sparking fears of a broader direct conflict between two countries.

New hate symbol law faces its first test

The Australian Federal Police (AFP) is investigating six reports of protesters displaying banned symbols, including Hezbollah flags, at a Melbourne protest over the weekend.

NSW residents have been warned to prepare for a long and warm summer on the first day of the state’s bushfire season.
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The NSW Govt has urged residents not to be complacent as the state’s bushfire season begins

The official NSW ‘Danger Period’ runs from October 1 to March 31, 2025, with residents urged to reduce the fire risk surrounding their homes.

Dikembe Mutombo died
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NBA Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo has died aged 58

Dikembe Mutombo has died aged 58. He was known for his on-court defensive heroics and made a significant humanitarian impact off the court.

Nelson Asofa-Solomona grand final suspension
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Nelson Asofa-Solomona suspension from grand final

Asofa-Solomona was suspended for a dangerous tackle on Roosters prop Lindsay Collins in last week’s preliminary final.

Austria’s far-right party is on track to win its first-ever general election.
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A far-right party founded by former Nazis has won the Austrian election

The Freedom Party of Austria (FPÖ), founded by a group of former Nazis after WWII, almost 30% of the vote after a national election on the weekend.

Mount Everest growth
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Mount Everest sees growth of up to 50 metres

A river network near Mount Everest is causing land at its base to erode, resulting in mountain growth of up to 50 metres.

Israel-Hezbollah conflict
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What the death of Hassan Nasrallah means for the Israel-Hezbollah conflict

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Nurses and midwives negotiate pay rise with NSW Government

NSW nurses and midwives are calling for a 15% pay increase and have entered a negotiation period with the State Government.

What’s going on with Israel and Hezbollah?

Over the weekend, Hezbollah’s long-time leader, Hassan Nasrallah was killed by an Israeli airstrike in Lebanon.

Malik Islamophobia Special Envoy
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Aftab Malik appointed Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia

The Government has appointed Aftab Malik as the Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia. He will begin a three-year-term on 14 October.

Brisbane Lions AFL premiership
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Brisbane Lions win first AFL premiership since 2003

The Brisbane Lions cemented their lead in the second quarter of the AFL premiership, kicking seven goals to Sydney’s one by half-time.

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