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Mark Distefano, 25, is sentenced to 12 months in jail for his role in a riot in Newcastle earlier this year.
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Police arrest alleged gunman for hire after NSW shooting
NSW Police will allege a man was hired to carry out a shooting that left another man with multiple gunshot injuries.

Australian fuel prices set to rise by 30c as global markets react to ‘deadly cocktail’
Global oil price at its highest since May while investors dump stocks and bonds after Donald Trump’s $5,000 ‘dividend’ promise Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Fuel prices are on track to climb a f

After 9/11, I lived through Australia’s long war in Afghanistan. There are lessons the world must learn | Shadi Khan Saif
For Australians, Afghanistan became the country where a generation of soldiers served their longest war. For Afghans, it became a country where another generation struggled to build a new life A quarter of a century ago today, the world witnessed a devastating series of attacks o
Analyst warns of 'late-stage bubble' as rates and oil prices surge
Global interest rate hikes are predicted as oil prices spark inflation fears.
Residents say they 'can't live without' firewood ahead of ban
A ban on collecting firewood in two national parks, due to come into effect next month, has many residents questioning how they will heat their homes next winter.
Search resumes for 80 missing in popular Philippines tourist spot
Authorities are still trying to determine whether any foreigners were on board the ferry, which is afloat off the town of Coron, known for its diving sites and island-hopping attractions.
How two premierships in one year was the making of Isaiya Katoa
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'Really scary': Residents seek clarity as gangland war becomes political
A soundbite from a veteran detective has ignited a political war of words over gangland violence in Sydney.
When it's time to wash your pet's bed and how to do it
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'The game is up': Aussie professor at centre of AI maths controversy speaks out
AI has made the race to publish mathematical breakthroughs pointless, according to the Australian at the centre of an controversy this week involving one of the world's top AI companies.

NSW police settle trespass case after visiting Indigenous children’s home 150 times in 20 months
Trespass case launched by two mothers settled after officers often went to families’ houses between midnight and 4am Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Two Indigenous mothers have settled a trespass
‘We really do earnestly believe AI could kill all humans’: if AI labs are so worried about AI doom, why don’t they stop?
A powerful mix of hopes, fears and arms-race dynamics means AI companies won’t slow down unless they’re forced.

In need of the warm and fuzzies? Joyous exhibition celebrates 70 years of the Muppets and the genius of Jim Henson
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Hastie accepts apology from Joyce over ‘traitor’ cartoon as Hanson doubles down and tells critics to ‘chill’
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Former Carlton president apologises to ex-wife as lewd photo defamation case settles
Luke Sayers says he accepts Cate Sayers did not post photo of his genitals as she says settlement closes ‘painful and difficult chapter’ Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The embattled former AFL cl
Yes, it’s the economy, stupid. But One Nation is outflanking the government on messaging, too
Voters’ economic pain is real. But perceptions matter too, and the government must get better at selling its message on its key policies.
How to talk to your kids about edgy or violent porn in an age-appropriate way
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