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Australians reveal how they're dealing with the cost-of-living crisis after another 12 months of budget-trimming

Last year, the ABC issued a call-out asking readers to share their stories about how they were coping with rising interest rates and prices for everyday goods and services. Here's what some of them say they are doing now, nearly 12 months later, to make ends meet.

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Lindy has a terminal illness. Psilocybin, the compound found in 'magic mushrooms', is helping her face death

Doctors told Lindy Bok she had two years to live. The psychedelic compound found in "magic mushrooms" is helping her face death, and get "20 years of therapy in one hit".

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Family of elderly woman handcuffed by police at Sydney nursing home wants more accountability

The daughter of a woman with dementia who was handcuffed in a Sydney aged care home is demanding more accountability from police over instances of force being used against residents.

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Drug dealers reveal the inner workings of Australia's violent cocaine underworld

Australians are the biggest consumers of cocaine in the world, and we pay top dollar for it. For the first time, three dealers lift the lid on this booming industry.

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Australia has a worse work-life balance than the US. What are we doing wrong?

Many Australians work very long hours, compared to other similar nations. This can lead to a poor work-life balance and a constant feeling of being time poor.

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India's Modi lands in Papua New Guinea to host senior leaders at forum for India-Pacific Islands cooperation

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi lands in Port Moresby to host the third Forum for India-Pacific Islands Cooperation (FIPIC), which brings together leaders and top officials from New Delhi and 14 Pacific Island nations.

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Buy now, pay later industry to be regulated under Credit Act as part of changes by federal government

Buy now, pay later services, including Afterpay and Zip Pay, will be regulated under the Credit Act and required to obtain an Australian Credit Licence under proposed changes by the federal government.

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Protest penalties defended by SA opposition leader on basis 'your head would be cut off' in some countries

The SA Greens and Human Rights Watch condemn a remark defending SA's controversial protest penalties by opposition leader David Speirs, who said that in some countries "your head would be cut off" for taking to the streets.

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Ukraine's leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy denies Russia's claim it has won the bloody battle for Bakhmut

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy insists the city of Bakhmut is not occupied by Russian forces. It comes after he secures a pledge of further military aid from the US on the sidelines of the G7.

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ABC to review response to racism after Stan Grant accused broadcaster of 'institutional failure'

ABC managing director David Anderson apologises to Stan Grant and commits to a review into the ABC's response to racism affecting staff.

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Man shot dead by police after reports of stabbing in Brisbane suburb of Grange

A 29-year-old First Nations man has been shot dead by police in Brisbane after allegedly stabbing his father and lunging at officers with a knife.

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Victoria Brooke felt she had lost her identity but burlesque dancing helped her find joy

At 45, Victoria Brooke was overweight, drinking heavily and without friends or hobbies. But a burlesque studio in Mackay helped her rediscover herself and reclaim her body.

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British Army veteran Hari Budha Magar makes history as first double above-knee amputee to climb Mount Everest

Hari Budha Magar, who lost his legs while serving in Afghanistan, becomes the first double above-knee amputee to conquer Mount Everest.

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One year ago Labor won the federal election. Here are some of the key moments since then

Over the past 12 months, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and his government have put in place many of their key election promises, signed historic defence deals and re-engaged with China, but the year hasn't been without its curve balls either.

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Nesting boxes with infrared, radio technology to help save vulnerable native animals on Sunshine Coast

Timber boxes with infrared detectors and radio communications are creating hope for some of the country's most vulnerable species in an Australian-first pilot program on the Sunshine Coast.

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Woman takes on Mornington Yacht Club over back down on 'misogynistic' boat name ban

When Kitty O'Sullivan complained about a lewd boat name at Mornington Yacht Club, the owner was given two weeks to change it. But then the club reversed its decision.

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Wire-stem chickweed discovered in Victoria for the first time, flooded wetlands blooming

Fiona Murdoch describes the plant as being less than 10-centimetres tall with a red stem surrounded by a small rosette of leaves and white flowers.

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Wiradjuri and Walgalu women protect endangered Tumut grevillea plant as part of Buugang Wambal project

The Tumut grevillea is the focus of a project studying how ecosystems benefit when Aboriginal people are involved in looking after traditional lands.

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Tom Trbojevic firms for NSW State of Origin selection with hat-trick in Sea Eagles' 42-14 NRL win over Raiders

Tom Trbojevic gives NSW selectors a timely reminder of his immense talent after starring in Manly's 42-14 defeat of Canberra, while Canterbury is celebrating its come-from-behind 20-18 triumph over Gold Coast.

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After being injured in a traumatic car accident, Angela vowed if she could walk, she would run

Angela Nuss continues to live by her mantra, "Why walk when you can run?" After suffering horrific injuries in a car accident, the 60-year-old says going for a run is nothing compared to her painful recovery.

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Saints beat GWS by 12 points as Max King kicks four, Magpies beat Blues by 28 points, Hawks smash Eagles by 116

GWS pushes St Kilda all the way, but the Saints get a vital four points to consolidate their spot in the eight, after the Magpies roll on with a win over rivals Carlton and the Hawks smash the Eagles in Launceston.

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Childcare staff shortage in the Kimberley prompts calls for urgent review of regulations

Parents in this remote region in WA face wait times of up to two years for childcare, due to a shortage of qualified staff that's having a huge impact on the community.

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Meteor lights up Queensland sky, reports of sightings from Mackay to Cairns

It's estimated the meteor was between half a metre to a metre in size and would have been travelling within 100,000 to 150,000 kilometres per hour.

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North Queensland's tropical backdrop a drawcard for filmmakers, as movie-making in the regions is promoted

Local and international filmmakers are choosing to make more films in North Queensland, so could Cairns be the next industry hotspot?

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Federal government launches information campaign about Voice to Parliament ahead of referendum

The Australian government launches its information program, which is designed to be a neutral campaign, in the lead-up to the referendum on the Voice to Parliament.

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