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Jim Chalmers says the Coalition racked up all but a 'tiny fraction' of $1 trillion in debt left to Labor. Is that correct?

Treasurer Jim Chalmers says that Labor inherited a trillion dollars of "Liberal debt" when it came to office, and that Labor's share of that, left to the previous Coalition government was "a tiny fraction". RMIT ABC Fact Check runs the numbers.

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ASX closes higher, Westpac shares jump as bank records $4 billion profit in half-yearly results — as it happened

The Australian share market has closed higher after Westpac posted a $4 billion profit in its half-yearly results. Look back on the day's events as they happened with our blog.

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Gippsland family builds accessible house to keep son living with disability out of aged care

Aresti lives with disability and was facing being put into a group home — until his family got creative with NDIS funding.

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Celtic wins Scottish Premiership, handing Ange Postecoglou back-to-back titles

Australian coach Ange Postecoglou is one win away from a domestic treble with Celtic, after a 2-0 victory against Hearts sealed back-to-back Scottish Premiership crowns.

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New modelling shows lumpy skin disease risk reduced for Australia, as cattle industry warns against complacency

A lumpy skin disease outbreak making its way from Indonesia to Australia could cost our cattle industry more than $7 billion a year, but new data shows there's reason to be "alert but not alarmed".

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Australian rider Kaden Groves blamed after 'nasty' Giro d'Italia crash on stage two

World champion and race leader Remco Evenepoel retained the pink jersey after a high-speed crash in the closing stages of the second stage of the Giro d'Italia, but pointed the finger of blame at Australian sprinter Kaden Groves.

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Sunshine Plaza security officer goes into cardiac arrest after alleged attack, calls for more police patrols

The workers' union is calling for more police patrols in shopping centres while hitting out at the "outrageous" work conditions of security officers following an alleged violent attack on a guard on the Sunshine Coast.

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Philosopher Peter Singer weighs in on AI, robot rights and being kinder to animals

Australian ethicist Peter Singer believes as machines move closer to consciousness and become "capable of suffering or enjoying their lives", humanity will face incredibly difficult decisions.

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Mark McGowan government faces 'balancing act' as calls grow to overhaul WA's rental laws

An overhaul of rental laws could help people such as Alyssa, who spends more than half her income on rent. However, there are fears changes could worsen the housing shortage.

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Newcastle council plan aims to create 'pollinator paradise' for native bees near site of first varroa mite outbreak

The Newcastle council backs plans to create flora-covered bus stops, pollination walls, and more garden space to bring bees back to the rapidly transforming city.

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Uluru tourism climbing back to pre-pandemic levels, but visitors bypass Alice Springs

Following several years of underwhelming visitation due to the COVID-19 pandemic, more guests are returning to the iconic rock and cultural heart of Australia.

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What we know about the Northern Territory government's 2023-24 budget

Northern Territory Treasurer Eva Lawler is keeping her cards close to her chest as she prepares to hand down her first budget on Tuesday. But some key announcements, and key budget projections, are already in the public domain.

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ACT set to become the first Australian jurisdiction to raise the age of criminal responsibility to 14

The ACT government will introduce a bill tomorrow proposing the minimum age of criminal responsibility be lifted to 12 years of age as soon as the legislation is passed, and then to 14 by July 2025.

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Adelaide not-for-profit clinic calls for increased training to make women's healthcare more inclusive

An Adelaide gynaecologist offering free services for female genital mutilation survivors is calling for more resources to make women's health services more inclusive.

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After it helped hundreds find a home, there are fears part of this crucial program is set to be cut

A vital social support program that helps people get their lives back on track via access to drug and alcohol support, counselling and case management is at risk of being cut by the Victorian government.

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Cooladdi's Fox Trap Roadhouse owners save outback stop from becoming a ghost town

Cooladdi, in outback Queensland, proudly retains its post office, its postcode and its roadhouse. All are status symbols that make it different from other tiny communities across the country.

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Catherine Opie's photography is on show at Heide Museum of Modern Art in the first major survey of her work in Australia

The LA-based photographer and activist, famous for turning a spotlight on queer experience in America, discusses five of her key works, from the 90s to today.

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Dairy farmer uses multi-species, legumes and charcoal to combat climate change

Climate change is happening, and it's happening now, according to dairy farmer David Vonhoff. He has been working on farms since he was a child and sees the changes happening right in front of him. "What is it going to be like when my grandson gets to my age?"

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Federal budget: White Pages listings, payments to tax havens and the weird contracts within

The federal government spends about $650 billion a year. Where some of it goes will surprise you.

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Short film honours 'fierceness' and 'fearlessness' of former ABC broadcaster, ovarian cancer funding advocate Jill Emberson

A new short film honours the "fierceness" and "fearlessness" of former ABC broadcaster, the late Jill Emberson, in her fight for more ovarian cancer research funding.

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Ongoing treatment failures at Launceston General Hospital has parents worried, as union flags staff burn out

Melanie Morris vividly remembers the sense of searing anger as she held her sick toddler in her arms in the emergency department of Launceston's general hospital for the fourth time in a week, back in 2015. Years on, the question is — are things getting any better?

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How a program successful in New York, Scandinavia and the UK could slow youth crime in Queensland

It's no secret that youth crime is on the rise in Queensland, but it's not the only figure trending upwards. Here's how a globally successful program might intervene.

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King's coronation concert key moments: Duchess Sophie dancing, Princess Charlotte waves her arms, no Prince Louis

The coronation concert for King Charles saw performances from Lionel Richie and Katy Perry, but it's how the royals celebrated the night that captured viewers. Here are the key moments.

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Parts of Queensland to shiver in cold weather this week as BOM warns of danger to livestock

People in some parts of Queensland are being warned to brace for cold weather this week as gusty winds blow in from the south — with a special warning for farmers with young livestock.

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AFL Round-Up: Melbourne and Port Adelaide thrive on fine margins, and who is to blame for the West Coast situation?

Round eight proves the season will be defined by a series of thrillers, while West Coast's road back to relevance looks like being a long one. We digest the week that was.

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