This Month
Supreme Court rejects Trump’s bid to delay hush money sentencing
They found his sentencing wouldn’t be a serious burden to Donald Trump; New LA-area fire prompts more evacuations, nearly 10,000 buildings burned. How the day unfolded.
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LA wildfires declared national disaster after water runs short
Los Angeles authorities say their municipal water systems were designed not for tackling wildfires; Jim Chalmers says Meta scrapping fact-checking is “damaging for our democracy”. Follow live updates.
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Inflation figures show ‘substantial and sustained progress’: Chalmers
Treasurer Jim Chalmers says headline inflation has now been in the RBA’s target band for four months; Victorian Liberal leader’s plan to scrap SEC would increase power prices, minister says. How the day unfolded.
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‘Everyone owns the beach’: Albanese slams cabana sand hogs
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says it is “not on” for Australians to use cabana shades to reserve space at popular beaches.
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North Korea tests hypersonic missile designed to hit Pacific targets
State media reports the intermediate-range missile is designed to strike remote targets in the Pacific; Australia takes steps to mend strained ties with Israel. How the day unfolded.
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Canada PM Justin Trudeau expected to announce resignation
The announcement could be made on Tuesday AEDT, according to local media; Anthony Albanese confirms he will not call election this weekend. Here’s how the day unfolded.
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It was once worth $1.2b – will Australia’s Chinese wine trade recover?
Australian wine exports to China have generated $612 million since Beijing lifted tariffs last year, but the market’s future remains uncertain.
Robbie Williams calls ABC ‘twits’ after movie promotion criticism
The English pop star held a surprise performance in Melbourne, where he lashed the public broadcaster for criticising him for promoting his new biopic.
Labor considers ‘blended’ Medicare funding model
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Health Minister Mark Butler are expected to announce a range of new health policies as a cost-of-living relief pitch to voters.
December 2024
January 1 brings cash boost for some ahead of election
A range of Labor’s cost-of-living relief measures will come into effect on New Year’s Day, meaning some voters will have a bit more cash each week before polling day.
‘It was stupid’: Labor admits meme with Dutton’s wife was wrong
Education Minister Jason Clare has admitted the Facebook post about Peter Dutton and his wife was “stupid” and “wrong”.
Got $10k? Here are some exclusive NYE locations still available
Hotel rooms and restaurants with a view of Sydney Harbour are extremely limited this year, but there are some spots still available.
Victorian bushfire threat eases as financial help flows to victims
The blaze has not been extinguished, but its spread has slowed for now. The landmass burned is about the same size as Singapore.
Sydney train strikes to cause Christmas commuter chaos
Workers can resume industrial action after court win; Victoria’s assistant treasurer is brutally demoted. How the day unfolded.
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Biggest Labor spending since ‘wartime or crisis’: Taylor
Shadow treasurer Angus Taylor says Labor has the wrong spending priorities; Treasurer Jim Chalmers says Labor is working on the budget’s structural deficit. How the day unfolded.
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Kyrgios and Djokovic team up for doubles match
The pair will use the tournament as a warm-up for the Australian Open; Victoria bans antisemitic flags, symbols and items. Hold the day unfolded.
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Taylor accuses Chalmers of stacking RBA board
Angus Taylor says he is concerned Jim Chalmers has made the wrong decision with his appointments; extreme summer heatwave to scorch four states. How the day unfolded.
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‘Three fatal errors’: Bowen outlines ‘flaws’ in nuclear policy
Chris Bowen says there are “three fatal errors” in the nuclear energy costings; Coalition promises to reach net zero 44pc cheaper than Labor. How the day unfolded.
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‘I’ve always been a fighter’: Pesutto vows to stay on as opposition leader
Victoria’s opposition leader has vowed to continue leading the Liberals amid growing unrest in the party; PNG is set to have its own NRL team in 2028. Here’s how the day unfolded.
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‘We need an end to antisemitism’: PM speaks at Sydney Jewish Museum
Anthony Albanese, Allegra Spender speak after Jewish community “outraged and deeply saddened” by Woollahra attack. Follow live updates.
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