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Julie CrossNational Social Affairs Reporter

Julie Cross is the national social affairs reporter for the Daily Telegraph, Sunday Telegraph, Herald Sun, Courier Mail and Adelaide Advertiser. She writes about aged care, child care, women’s issues, disability, education, family and consumer trends and immigration. She has previously written for British and Irish national newspapers. If you have a story contact her at julie.cross@news.com.au

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‘Bonkers’: Men made to fill out ‘pregnancy’ quiz

It could only be a matter of time before Aussie men are required to fill in ‘inclusive pregnancy status’ questionnaires, as is the case in the UK, writes Julie Cross.

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Axel Andersen, 20, has severe autism and an intellectual disability, as well as a painful condition known as "Man on Fire Syndrome". His Mum Annette Andersen is struggling to care for him, who has the developmental age of a toddler. Camera footage of one of Axel's episodes, provided by the family. SUPPLIED

Aussie mum ‘desperate’ as violent video reveals daily reality

Annette Andersen loves her son, Axel, but she can’t live with him. An NDIS housing flaw has trapped her in an impossible situation, facing danger every day. See the video. Warning: Graphic

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Why the NDIS must listen to Aussie mums

Common sense is lacking when it comes to decisions about NDIS plans, leaving families at breaking point, argues Julie Cross.

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Full List: SA regions worst hit by childcare crisis

A new national survey has revealed the dire situation of childcare centres – and how it’s set to get even worse. See how South Australia is faring by region.

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Syd Con. The Yellow Wiggles at Carols in the Domain - Emma Watkins, Greg Page and Tsehay Hawkins. Supplied

‘Superficial’: Original Yellow Wiggle’s sad secret

To millions of fans, he was the happy Yellow Wiggle. But, behind the scenes, Greg Page was hiding a secret.

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PARIS, FRANCE - AUGUST 01: Gold medalist Simone Biles (L) and Bronze medalist Sunisa Lee of Team United States celebrate with the American flag after competing in the Artistic Gymnastics Women's All-Around Final on day six of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Bercy Arena on August 01, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)

This was the ultimate Olympic triumph — and it’s not Simone

While Simone Biles has stunned the world at the Olympics, there is another event that has left me speechless, writes Julie Cross. Have your say.

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Andrew Tate’s toxic talk: How it harms girls

A rise in toxic masculinity driven by the likes of influencer Andrew Tate is making more Aussie schoolgirls feel unsafe. Watch video.

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Trump’s VP is feeling the ‘wrath of every woman’

You know you’re in real trouble when you’ve angered Taylor Swift’s fans, writes Julie Cross, as she reflects on just how quickly things can change in US politics in a week.

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Tensions simmer at Meals on Wheels

Volunteers from the beloved food charity are calling for an investigation following some major concerns outlined in a leaked letter.

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TOPSHOT - US Vice President and Democratic Presidential candidate Kamala Harris waves as she boards Air Force Two at Indianapolis International Airport in Indianapolis, Indiana, on July 24, 2024. Harris travels to Houston, Texas, where she is scheduled to speak at a teachers union on July 25. (Photo by KAMIL KRZACZYNSKI / AFP)

Push to impeach Kamala Harris explained

Despite Joe Biden again throwing his support behind Kamala Harris, questions have been raised about whether she’s fit for the top job following impeachment calls. See what it means.

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