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Lucy Slade

Today

Trump picks former wrestling CEO as education secretary

Donald Trump says Linda McMahon will fight “tirelessly” to expand universal school choice; Anthony Albanese agrees to renewable energy partnership with India at G20. How the day unfolded.

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Yesterday

CFMEU national boss Paddy Crumlin’s Cbus board nomination has been accepted.

Cbus signs off on new CFMEU directors

The fund said all three directors had passed fit and proper person tests; James Packer backs “friend” Alan Jones amid fresh charges. How the day unfolded.

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This Month

Alan Jones arrives at Day Street police station after his arrest.

Alan Jones charged with 24 offences against eight victims

NSW Police say media reports helped spur on Alan Jones investigation; Peter Dutton says foreign student caps are chaotic and confusing. How the day unfolded.

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Myer Christmas window in 2023.

Pro-Palestine activists drop plans to disrupt Myer’s Christmas window

Jacinta Allan accused the protesters of “politicising Christmas”; Former Liberal leader faces court on drug charges. How the day unfolded.

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CBUS Super chief executive Kristian Fok.

‘We are far from perfect’: Cbus CEO apologises

Cbus chief executive Kristian Fok apologises for death and disability claim handling; Cbus chairman Wayne Swan pushed to attend inquiry. How the day unfolded.

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Trump picks Musk, Ramaswamy as heads of government efficiency

Donald Trump says Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will lead the Department of Government Efficiency; “this will send shockwaves through the system,” Musk says. How the day unfolded.

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Qantas planes at Melbourne Tullamarine.

Flight slot rules ‘need changing’: Sydney Airport

Australia’s busiest airport is backing an overhaul of flight slot rules; Donald Trump tells Anthony Albanese their countries have a “perfect friendship”. How the day unfolded.

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Migration policy hijacked by unis and bureaucrats: McKenzie

Bridget McKenzie says Australia’s debate on migration needs refocusing; Malcolm Turnbull’s former son-in-law James Brown to run against Teal MP. Follow live updates.

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Powell signals readiness to defy Trump as ‘ice maiden’ chief of staff appointed

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell made clear he’s ready to defend the US central bank; Donald Trump names his new chief of staff. How the day unfolded.

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Anthony Pratt in 2019.

Anthony Pratt’s $469m payday from Trump victory

Pratt was a big winner thanks to a surge in global markets when Donald Trump was elected, but Gina Rinehart and Andrew Forrest took a hit. Follow live updates.

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Trump completes stunning victory as Wisconsin delivers him presidency

“We are going to make you very happy,” Trump says as Republicans take control of the Senate; Benjamin Netanyahu joins Anthony Albanese in congratulations; Iran’s currency slumps, Tesla surges. Follow live updates.

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The day the vibe changed for the Democrats

Joe Biden’s decision to step down changed everything for the election race; Donald Trump and Kamala Harris tie the first result as latest polls show Harris is slightly favoured to win. Follow live updates.

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Secret Service warning makes Harris move major rally

The rally site in Pittsburgh was deemed to be “unsafe”; Gretchen Whitmer lost the battle for vice president to Kamala Harris, now she might help her win the presidency. Follow live updates.

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The stately Adelaide home purchased by Foreign Minister Penny Wong.

Wong buys $3.4m Adelaide home

Penny Wong bought the property days before Anthony Albanese’s $4.3 million purchase; Pauline Hanson to appeal “racism” judgment against Muslim senator. Follow live updates.

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October

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton.

Dutton admits soliciting Rinehart’s private jet for domestic flight

Peter Dutton concedes his office directly asked Gina Rinehart’s office for jet use; Bridget McKenzie side-steps questions over flight upgrades. How the day unfolded.

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Treasurer Jim Chalmers.

‘On track for a soft landing’: Chalmers cheers inflation drop

Jim Chalmers says headline inflation has returned to RBA’s target band; Biden suggests Trump supporters are “garbage”. How the day unfolded.

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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese speaks on Qantas upgrades at a press conference.

Frustrated PM slams Aston, MPs over Qantas flight upgrades

Anthony Albanese attacked Qantas book author Joe Aston; PM’s upgrades may have breached ministerial code of conduct. How the day unfolded.

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No cost-of-living ‘free-for-all’ on back of Qld rout: Chalmers

Jim Chalmers pushes back against spending calls; Democrats project anti-Trump messages outside rally stadium; Donald Trump tells supporters to never surrender. How the day unfolded.

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Greens loss sends ‘big message’ to Bandt: PM

PM says voters rejected the Greens in Queensland because “they are starting to see through them”. How the day unfolded.

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Obama, Springsteen boost Harris as she warns of Trump consequences

Kamala Harris warns Georgia voters of “brutally serious” consequences if Donald Trump wins; Polls tighten in Queensland making shock Labor win possible. How the day unfolded.

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