Thursday 25 April 2019

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Labor doubles funding to curb violence against women in $660m plan

“The hard truth is that while our willingness to talk about family violence has changed, the number of deaths has not,” Opposition Leader Bill Shorten said.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 21:55:00 +0800

Clive Palmer strikes deal with Coalition to gain the edge over One Nation

The preference deal throws another wildcard into the battle for the Senate crossbench, as new research shows both major parties would be forced to negotiate with minor parties.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 22:00:00 +0800

Your Daily Horoscope for Friday, April 26

Free daily horoscope for each star sign from renowned Astrologer Kelli Fox. Forecasts for the week ahead in life, love and career.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 22:00:00 +0800

'I want it to be a verb': The app making donations an alternative to gifts

Kathy Terry started the InLieu app after becoming frustrated at the waste of buying gifts for people they didn't want.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 22:00:00 +0800

It's time political parties started taking data protection seriously

Ordinary Australians might feel their own data is too uninteresting to care about. But add it together and it can swing the direction of the country.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 21:45:00 +0800

Best of cartoons April 26, 2019

Our talented team of artists, illustrators and cartoonists give us their humorous version of the news of the day.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 19:07:42 +0800

Lower interest rate would offer an incentive for first home buyers

Jess Cetiner, 25, said a lower interest rate would motivate her to buy her first property now if she could fix the rate long-term.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 22:00:00 +0800

Boost in Chinese coal raises hopes of end to Australian import curbs

China's boosting of its domestic thermal coal mining has raised hopes its unofficial restrictions on Australian imports may soon lift.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 22:15:00 +0800

Better for the journey: The evolution of Nick Murphy

New album Run Fast Sleep Naked has proven cathartic for the artist formerly known as Chet Faker.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 21:45:00 +0800

Bad memories and cringe-worthy mistakes fester for insomniacs

People with insomniac are haunted by painful recollections because their brains aren’t processing emotional distress in their sleep.

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0800

Picture Editor's Choice, April 26, 2019

The finest photos from the international wire agencies as chosen by our picture editors.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 22:00:00 +0800

Daniel Craig to face off against Rami Malek in James Bond's 25th film

The recent Oscar-winner said in a videotaped message that he'll make sure Bond "will not have an easy ride of it" in Bond 25.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 20:57:46 +0800

'We can close the gap': Labor announces $100 million to tackle Indigenous incarceration crisis

"For too long, our justice system has failed First Nations peoples," Labor has declared, outlining a multi-pronged strategy to address inequality.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 22:00:00 +0800

Scott Morrison slams 'deeply distressing' restaurant plan for Bali bombing site

The plan to build a restaurant and nightclub on the 2002 Bali bombing site has drawn strong criticism from Australia's Prime Minister.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 19:59:28 +0800

Costs double: energy prices hurting butchers

The meat selling sector wants to see a small business energy plan that looks at the whole meat supply chain.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 22:00:00 +0800

Relentless focus on local issues misses the bigger picture

Solutions to national problems still count the most for voters.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 21:24:00 +0800

Is the ugly shoe trend making us dress better?

In defence of incredibly ugly shoes.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 22:00:00 +0800

To save on rent, they don't just share a roof, but a bedroom

As rents go north, a growing number of people are not just sharing houses or apartments, but bedrooms.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 22:00:00 +0800

Labor vows to spend big on community health in Victoria

Labor has vowed to spend big on health in Victoria, starting with community health centres in the key seats of Higgins, Prahran, McEwen and Isaacs.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 21:45:00 +0800

NRL has used its brand to sear mark on de Belin before his day in court

The Dragons’ best player this season wasn’t in the middle of the SCG on ANZAC Day. He wasn’t in the stands.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 20:00:00 +0800

'Democracy at stake': Parties warned Australia at risk of US-style cyber manipulation

Experts have warned the major political parties to strengthen their cybersecurity dramatically as they gather growing mountains of private data on voters.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 21:45:00 +0800

N Korea issued $2.8m bill for comatose Otto Warmbier's care - and Trump paid it

A US envoy sent to retrieve the comatose American student signed an agreement to pay the medical bill on instructions passed down from President Donald Trump.

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 02:01:10 +0800

Thanks Antonia, you raised a massive stop sign

In just a few minutes of screen time, though it was clearly not easy for her, Antonia made a routine pain for women newsworthy.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 22:00:00 +0800

Tami was lured to Australia for a $120k job. Three months later he was left with nothing

Tami Kunjil was one of up to 80 visa workers who gave up everything to come to Australia. Now, they have launched a class action.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 22:00:00 +0800

The plan to make it easier for bullying victims to sue schools

'It was a traumatic experience'. The state government is investigating changes to make it easier for bullying victims to seek compensation from their schools

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 21:45:00 +0800

Fashion icon's family feud takes centre stage

And, as with all good Sydney feuds, there was the matter of the ownership of a number of luxury Vaucluse apartments, including the one where Bill lives.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 22:00:00 +0800

North Melbourne axe three for Friday night challenge

North Melbourne have put players on notice at the selection table by dropping Jy Simpkin, Paul Ahern and Bailey Scott for Friday night’s tough match against Port Adelaide at Adelaide Oval.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 18:51:25 +0800

A cassowary killed its owner. Now it could be yours

Martin Hajos, 75, fell between two cassowary pens on his Florida property on April 12 and was attacked through the fence by at least one of the birds.

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 00:07:29 +0800

South Africa sweat on Steyn for World Cup

South Africa face an anxious wait over the fitness of experienced seamer Dale Steyn after a flare-up of an old shoulder injury put his World Cup prospects in doubt.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 19:09:43 +0800

Sticky Carpet

Sloan Peterson can't wait to get back on stage to launch new album Midnight Love Vol 2.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 19:04:51 +0800

Groins tight but kick alright for Croft and Storm

His groins were tight and his legs a little shaky but Melbourne Storm half-back Brodie Croft was the hero against New Zealand Warriors last night, kicking a game-winning drop-goal.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 20:30:29 +0800

Gilmore flying the Australian flag at Bells

Seven-times world surfing champion Stephanie Gilmore is the sole Australian woman still standing with a huge swell set to hit Bells Beach on Friday.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 19:04:04 +0800

Your Daily Horoscope for Saturday, April 27

Free daily horoscope for each star sign from renowned Astrologer Kelli Fox. Forecasts for the week ahead in life, love and career.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 22:00:00 +0800

Sri Lanka warns of 'imminent' terror attacks, as death toll is revised down by 100

The UK has advised citizens to avoid Sri Lanka as police officials warned that two would-be suicide bombers were on the loose and more attacks were possibly imminent.

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 01:20:05 +0800

CBD Melbourne: Check out the suit

Kaftan queen Camilla Franks might be overseas, bouncing from Miami to Orange Country for one store opening after another, but back home the family feud over the future of her fashion empire remains firmly centre stage.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 21:59:00 +0800

Criminal re-offending at a new high despite $330 million announced to fight it

Statistics released earlier this year show 41.4 per cent of the 18,520 adults released from prison in 2017 had re-offended within the year.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 22:00:00 +0800

To get elected, be high on mongrel and low on Pollyanna

There are not enough women standing for electable parties in safe seats – or even in marginal ones.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 21:45:00 +0800

Blockchain gives early adopters the advantage

Understanding blockchain technology could help future-proof your career, writes Sue White.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 22:00:00 +0800

'In poor taste': Sydney Swans fans question Dave Sharma's funding vow appearance

Federal MP Kerryn Phelps said Mr Sharma had no reason to be at a funding announcement in her eastern suburbs electorate as the battle for Wentworth heats up.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 19:03:14 +0800

What a manager’s job is really like

Getting promoted to manager seems like a great deal - until the pressure hits.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 22:00:00 +0800

Ex-boss shows some teeth at Smiles Inclusive

The painful corporate mastications of listed dentistry outfit Smiles Inclusive increased substantially this week.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 22:15:00 +0800

Sometimes, 'self-care' isn't supposed to make you feel good

Sometimes self-care looks less like a pedicure and more like finally having that difficult conversation with an employer.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 22:00:00 +0800

Target and superquiz, Friday, April 26

Trivia and word buffs: test your knowledge with today's superquiz and Target.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 22:01:00 +0800

Column 8

Drunk back-seat drivers and other election gripes.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 19:00:00 +0800

Labor promises $8 million to tackle youth homelessness

Labor leader Bill Shorten is set to unveil an election pledge to tackle youth homelessness with an $8 million package to support vulnerable teenagers, giving Father Chris Riley’s Youth Off the Streets extra funding for its programs tackling youth disadvantage.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 22:00:00 +0800

Today's cartoons: The illustrated news

The news of the day as interpreted in the work of our award-winning cartoonists.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 22:11:46 +0800

Coalition to double 'bush wage' trial to fill skills shortages in the regions

The Coalition has committed another $60 million to apprenticeship wage subsidies to boost employment opportunities and address skills shortages.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 21:00:00 +0800

Thousands of Australians defy terror threat to pay tribute at Gallipoli

Thousands of Australians and New Zealanders attended a World War I commemoration in Turkey on Anzac Day despite fears of a terror attack.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 20:09:04 +0800

Chasing rainbows with Kiwi cult star Aldous Harding and her many voices

From Party to Designer, don't try pinning down Aldous Harding.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 21:45:00 +0800

Facebook accused of destroying local entrepreneur's business

A court case will decide whether the social media giant has acted unfairly.

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 22:00:00 +0800


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