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Police say Tennant Creek death in custody was result of 'medical episode' Northern Territory Police say the death in custody of an Indigenous woman in Tennant Creek on Saturday was the result of a "medical episode", while admitting there was no nurse on duty at the time.

Police say Tennant Creek death in custody was result of 'medical episode'

Northern Territory Police say the death in custody of an Indigenous woman in Tennant Creek on Saturday was the result of a "medical episode", while...

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Queensland annual road toll reaches tragic 16-year high More than 300 people have died on Queensland roads this year, with four additional deaths already recorded over the Christmas period. It has prompted a plea from authorities to ensure it does not get higher. 

Police crack down on drink driving, e-devices amid rising road death toll

More than 300 people have died on Queensland roads this year, with four additional deaths already recorded over the Christmas period. It has prompt...

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SA independent MP Nick McBride charged with assault Police say they responded to reports of a domestic assault at a home in South Australia's south-east on Saturday.

SA independent MP Nick McBride charged with assault

Police say they responded to reports of a domestic assault at a home in South Australia's south-east on Saturday.

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Australian cruise ship runs aground off PNG The Coral Adventurer has run aground off the coast of Papua New Guinea with more than 120 people aboard, two months after the death of a passenger allegedly left behind on a Great Barrier Reef island.

Australian cruise ship runs aground off PNG

The Coral Adventurer has run aground off the coast of Papua New Guinea with more than 120 people aboard, two months after the death of a passenger ...

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'Incredibly difficult time': Tim Picton's family speak after alleged assault The family of Tim Picton, a prominent Labor Party identity, thank emergency services after he was left in a critical condition following an alleged assault in the Perth CBD.

Man charged with Tim Picton assault granted bail

A 20-year-old man is granted bail after allegedly assaulting Tim Picton, a prominent Labor Party identity — an attack police prosecutors say may ...

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MCC boss defends curator Matt Page after two-day Ashes Test MCC boss Stuart Fox staunchly defends chief curator Matt Page after a wild Boxing Day Test finishes within two days.

MCC boss defends curator Matt Page after two-day Ashes Test

MCC boss Stuart Fox staunchly defends chief curator Matt Page after a wild Boxing Day Test finishes within two days.

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'Grumpy' seal disrupts summer boat race at popular holiday spot A wild seal dubbed "Grumpy" causes some commotion at an annual boat race on the Mornington Peninsula, outside Melbourne. 

'Grumpy' seal disrupts summer boat race at popular holiday spot

A wild seal dubbed "Grumpy" causes some commotion at an annual boat race on the Mornington Peninsula, outside Melbourne.

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US holiday travel disrupted as snow blankets New York City At least 1,500 flights were cancelled across the country as some areas received up to 25 centimetres of snow. 

US holiday travel disrupted as snow blankets New York City

At least 1,500 flights were cancelled across the country as some areas received up to 25 centimetres of snow.

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Four boys left home to play soccer. Why they never returned has divided Ecuador In the weeks before Christmas, four boys under 16 left home to play a game of soccer. Their forced disappearance at the hands of Ecuador's military has been labelled a national "turning point". 

Four Ecuadorian boys left home to play soccer. They were found beaten, naked and charred

In the weeks before Christmas, four boys under 16 left home to play a game of soccer. Their forced disappearance at the hands of Ecuador's military...

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Why getting more migrants to swim has benefits for all of Australian society Despite wanting to learn how to swim, many from culturally and linguistically diverse communities — particularly adults — face three key barriers to participating.

As drowning deaths surge, experts say swimming needs a 'broader picture' approach

Despite wanting to learn how to swim, many from culturally and linguistically diverse communities — particularly adults — face three key barrie...

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Aussie speedster Brett Lee given Hall Of Fame nod Renowned for his express pace, former fast bowler Brett Lee is the latest inductee into the Australian Cricket Hall of Fame.

From Wollongong to Hall of Fame: Aussie pace great Brett Lee honoured

Renowned for his express pace, former fast bowler Brett Lee is the latest inductee into the Australian Cricket Hall of Fame.

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85yo makes final stop after 70 years driving trains Peter Sawtell remembers making friends and enemies, keeping fit behind a diesel engine, and even meeting King Charles III during his "legendary" career.

85yo makes final stop after 70 years driving trains

Peter Sawtell remembers making friends and enemies, keeping fit behind a diesel engine, and even meeting King Charles III during his "legendary" ca...

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Seaside city's leap to major AUKUS defence hub leaves locals trepidatious Rockingham in Perth's south is fast becoming a crucial part of the AUKUS nuclear submarine deal, with promises of a big boost in jobs and infrastructure — but it's also leaving residents afraid for their lives and lifestyle.

Rockingham grapples with new-found growth as AUKUS plans accelerate

Rockingham in Perth's south is fast becoming a crucial part of the AUKUS nuclear submarine deal, with promises of a big boost in jobs and infrastru...

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Man charged for allegedly displaying hate symbol tattoos at NSW beach A man has been charged for allegedly displaying what police have called "hate symbol" tattoos at a beach in Newcastle.

Man charged for allegedly displaying hate symbol tattoos at NSW beach

A man has been charged for allegedly displaying what police have called "hate symbol" tattoos at a beach in Newcastle.

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Police investigate woman's death A crime scene has been established after a woman died from unexplained injuries in New South Wales.

Police investigate woman's death in Port Macquarie

A crime scene has been established after a woman died from unexplained injuries in New South Wales.

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Spark plugs and an old lawnmower engine are helping dementia patients Creating meaningful, sensory activities for people living with dementia can be challenging, particularly when many traditional options feel more suited to children than adults with a lifetime of lived experience behind them.

Spark plugs and an old lawnmower engine are helping dementia patients

Creating meaningful, sensory activities for people living with dementia can be challenging, particularly when many traditional options feel more su...

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Reflecting on six decades of life on the road At 83, truck driver Terry Bairstow says he would not change a thing after spending six decades behind the wheel carting grain and sheep.  

A career for all ages: Meet the truckies keeping Australia on the road

At 83, truck driver Terry Bairstow says he would not change a thing after spending six decades behind the wheel carting grain and sheep.

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Kennedy Center boss demands $1m in damages after musician cancels show Musician Chuck Redd cancelled his Christmas Eve show days after the White House announced the venue would be renamed the Trump Kennedy Center. 

Kennedy Center boss demands $1.5m damages after musician cancels show

Musician Chuck Redd cancelled his Christmas Eve show days after the White House announced the venue would be renamed the Trump Kennedy Center.

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My mentors helped me develop confidence. Now I'm giving back Other people with lived experience of blindness gave Nas Campanella the confidence to navigate life. Her mentee is enjoying similar benefits. 

Lily didn't want to be blind. Then she met others like herself

Other people with lived experience of blindness gave ABC reporter Nas Campanella the confidence to navigate life. Her mentee, Lily, is enjoying sim...

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Heat call on lightning-fast debutant in rollicking BBL win Injury to Shaheen Afridi leaves debutant Tom Balkin to bowl the final over, and the 21-year-old delivers to help Brisbane Heat to a seven-run BBL win over Adelaide Strikers. 

Heat call on lightning-fast debutant in rollicking BBL win

Injury to Shaheen Afridi leaves debutant Tom Balkin to bowl the final over, and the 21-year-old delivers to help Brisbane Heat to a seven-run BBL w...