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‘Sharper, longer slowdown’ predicted for economy as fifth interest rate hike looms

Australia’s central bank expected to hit mortgage holders again on Tuesday, as war in Middle East combines with collapsing house prices

The Guardian - AU · 59m ago

Sydney deploys armed police with assault rifles in security crackdown after Bondi massacre

Australia’s first permanent specialist armed response unit has begun patrolling crowded public spaces, prompting concerns from human rights groups

The Independent UK · 1h ago

PM eyes backpacker scheme overhaul in UK leader talks

Anthony Albanese will seek to tighten rules around British backpackers coming to Australia when he meets with UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham in the Caribbean.

AAP · 3h ago

Labor returns to equal term low primary vote in Newspoll

Labor’s primary vote dropped two points to 27% in Newspoll, equalling the mid-September Newspoll for their lowest this term. It’s one point off Labor’s record low in 2011. Pauline Hanson’s net approval jumped eight points to -1.

The Conversation · 6h ago

Why Aussies believe Green won't be in a spin in India

Cameron Green copped a tough working-over from Simon Harmer in Cape Town, but Andrew McDonald says his history of runs in Asia is more relevant for India.

AAP · 6h ago

Australia defend handling of Labuschagne selection

Australia's prolonged selection of Marnus Labuschagne has drawn heavy criticism, but coach Andrew McDonald says his prolonged stint will not have damaged him.

AAP · 6h ago

Aiken to face Chooks rehab buddy Naividi in Cup semi

Cruising into the knockout phase of the Women's Rugby League World Cup, Australia are preparing for a gritty Fijian outfit to bring a true semi-final test.

AAP · 6h ago

Aussie coach says batting is in a better spot after SA

Australia's batting flopped in the final two Tests in South Africa, but coach Andrew McDonald says the output from new faces means it's in a better spot.

AAP · 6h ago

Star pace trio rested from Australia's ODI, T20 squads

Australian cricket selectors have opted to rest several big guns for the upcoming T20 and one-day international series against England.

AAP · 7h ago

'Do everything': Walsh credits Walters chat for return

Reece Walsh says it's "a blessing" to be a sponge around his Australia fullback competitor James Tedesco as he reveals how he got fit for the World Cup.

AAP · 10h ago