2 h. ago Australia news LIVE: More parliamentarians embroiled in expenses scandal; Teens face day two of social media ban

Follow along as we bring you the latest live news updates from Australia and around the world.

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3 h. ago Federal Reserve cuts US interest rates in another divided vote

The central bank reduced its key interest rate for the third time in a row but signalled that it may leave rates unchanged in the coming months, a move that could attract ire from President Donald Trump.

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4 h. ago Christmas etiquette used to be simple. These are the new rules for our bizarre times

It’s the most wonderful time of the year if you don’t make these mistakes.

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4 h. ago The single number that will determine interest rates in 2026

The Reserve Bank could be lifting interest rates as early as February next year. A single number will determine the RBA’s next move, and we know the day it’s coming.

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4 h. ago The Good Food Guide to a summer road trip through Geelong and the Surf Coast

From wine bars to bakeries, pub meals to cocktails, here are our top picks for spending a delicious few days in this rapidly changing coastal region.

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4 h. ago There’s a simple calculation about health that should outrage anyone who can do arithmetic

At a time when other states have started emulating Victoria, the government is abolishing its best-known public health institution.

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4 h. ago Behind the cockpit door: How pilots spend their time on long hauls

Flights where nothing out of the ordinary happens and the weather is great are rare because there is always something to deal with.

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4 h. ago Honest Gareth: the politician who admits he wasn’t up to the job

Gareth Graham, a retired paramedic team manager from Ambulance Victoria, has quit his job as Alpine Shire mayor 10 days after he was elected.

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4 h. ago VCE 2025 LIVE: Victorian Year 12 students to learn of exam results, ATAR scores at 7am

It’s the day year 12 students have been waiting for – the day they will get their long-awaited VCE results and ATARs. Follow the news live.

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6 h. ago At least 22 killed in building collapse in Moroccan city popular with tourists

Witnesses at the scene reportedly said the buildings in the densely populated area had shown signs of cracking for some time.

Events

12 h. ago Stunning Wests Tigers development with O’Farrell on verge of return, Marshall to extend

Just nine days after the Wests Tigers majority owners punted O’Farrell and three other independent directors, the former NSW premier has been asked to return to the role for what will be his third stint as the leader of the joint venture.

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14 h. ago Accused Cobblebank murderer motivated by revenge, court told

Details of the killing of two children are revealed for the first time as police say left hands are being severed in youth gang violence.

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15 h. ago ASX slips for a third day as tech stocks fall, gold miners advance

Gold miners bolstered the Australian sharemarket on Wednesday, but their gains weren’t enough to offset losses by interest-rate sensitive sectors such as technology.

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16 h. ago Wells’ expenses a costly distraction from admirable social media ban

The Albanese government has needlessly allowed Anika Wells’ expenses to cast a shadow over its big-ticket reform.

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17 h. ago ‘What’s your name?’ Moment police found Mangione eating McDonald’s after shooting

The restaurant manager called 911, concerned the customer sitting alone in a back corner resembled the man wanted over a brazen killing days earlier.

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18 h. ago This sequel was 30 years in the making. Was it worth waiting for?

In 1995, Edward Burns made a huge splash with his indie debut, The Brothers McMullen. Now, he’s returned to where it all began.

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18 h. ago Beach, beers and a kick: How England’s Ashes cricketers are spending their Noosa break

Members of the travelling English media posted photos of the squad on social media at the beach on Wednesday, the second day of their Sunshine Coast jaunt.

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21 h. ago Australian delight, English woe: Cummins boosts attack for Adelaide Test

Skipper Pat Cummins’ impending return strengthens an Australian attack that has had little trouble claiming 20 wickets in each of the first two Tests.

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21 h. ago ‘I’m like, ugh’: why Sigourney Weaver sometimes hates looking in the mirror

Playing a teenage Na’vi in Avatar: Fire and Ash took the Hollywood veteran back to her awkward years.

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21 h. ago Serial pest booted from Lady Gaga’s Brisbane show before it begins

Security moved quickly to intercept the Australian man, who invaded the red carpet and grabbed Ariana Grande at a premiere of Wicked: For Good last month.

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