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Not healthy for democracy: calls for more MPs shot down

Anthony Albanese has used his strongest language yet to rule out adding more MPs to handle a growing population, despite a push for fairer representation.

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PM queries priorities as coalition opposes MP expansion

The coalition won't support any push to expand parliament to deal with an increasing population as a major inquiry reviews whether representation is adequate.

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Annoyed that your smart TV wants to steer you to certain services? The EU is being asked by streamers to clamp down and make TVs work more neutrally

Broadcasters and streamers say smart TVs are becoming 'gatekeepers', and want the EU to act to make sure certain services don't get preferential treatment

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World’s broadcasters urge EU to tighten rules for big tech in smart TV battle

Google, Amazon, Apple and Samsung control operating systems, allowing them to act as gatekeepers, letter claims

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If You Can Pass This Challenging 24-Question Quiz, You’re Definitely Ready For College

If tertiary education numbers are growing higher and higher, does that mean that getting into college has gotten way easier? Or are students in the US way smarter than they used to be? Let’s find out!

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Sevens pair among new faces in Wallaroos rugby squad

Interim coach Sam Needs has unveiled a new-look Wallaroos squad that includes 10 potential debutants including sevens duo Piper Simons and Sidney Taylor.

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Brumbies end 26-year hoodoo, Slipper scores in game 200

The ACT Brumbies have celebrated James Slipper's 200th game with a victory as they ended a 26-year losing streak against the Crusaders in Christchurch.

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Nearly 20% fewer lower socioeconomic students studying law as Pocock calls to scrap Morrison-era job-ready scheme

Experts say the Morrison-era Job-ready Graduates scheme has instead had a ‘devastating impact’ on the very people higher education needs to serve

The Guardian - AU

Police seize art posters depicting Trump, Putin and Netanyahu in Nazi uniforms from Canberra bar

Owner calls it ‘ludicrous’ Dissent Cafe and Bar was shut down after complaint, the first in Australia’s capital since new federal hate symbol laws

The Guardian - AU

Walk this way: new Australian hikes to try in 2026

From accessible urban strolls to multi-day treks through world heritage-listed sites, walkers are spoiled for choice

The Guardian - AU

No concern over delay to kids' autism program, says PM

Anthony Albanese insists a delay to an early intervention program for children with autism is about making sure the government gets it right.

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If You Can Pass This Challenging 24-Question Quiz, You’re Definitely Smart Enough For College

How hard can it be to get into college nowadays? Tertiary education numbers are growing every year, so is entrance testing getting easier?

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Isiah Whitlock Jr obituary

Actor who played the venal Maryland state governor Clay Davis in the US crime drama The Wire

The Guardian - UK

ACT! CRM review 2026

ACT! CRM stands out with its long-standing reputation and adaptability to various business needs and industries. It provides a robust set of features including contact management, sales automation, and marketing tools. While the interface may feel outdated due to the lingering presence of its legacy design, the software's regular updates…

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Lehrmann inquiry head Walter Sofronoff loses bid to overturn ‘serious corrupt conduct’ finding

Former judge did not prove the ACT integrity commission’s findings of his ‘dishonesty, bad faith and partiality’ were without evidence, court finds

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'Hubble tension' is back again as a new cosmic map deepens the puzzle

"It means cleaning house, narrowing the viable paths forward, and no longer spending energy on what are evidently dead ends."

The Conversation

What is happening with the government’s contentious review of the Waitangi Tribunal?

Resistance to the New Zealand government’s policies aimed at rolling back Māori rights and protections under te Tiriti o Waitangi/Treaty of Waitangi has now reached the United Nations.

The Guardian - AU

ACT police accused of ‘racial profiling’ for allegedly pulling guns on Indigenous teenager after mistaking him for suspect

Family of 17-year-old travelling on bus that was stopped by police say officers searched boy even after admitting mistake

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‘Reframes history’: fears Māori knowledge diluted in plan to revise New Zealand curriculum

Minister rejects claims Māori history is being sidelined in rewrite which includes cutting some references to the Treaty of Waitangi

AAP

Asbestos scare puts Australian schools on high alert

Safety warnings have prompted the temporary closure of dozens of schools over fears coloured craft sand could be contaminated with asbestos.

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Maori Party chaos: two MPs expelled after vote

A schism in the Maori Party is likely to have a major impact on next year's New Zealand election.

The Conversation

Grattan on Friday: Albanese government hasn’t walked its talk about accountability and integrity

The government used to be quite cosy with independent ACT senator David Pocock. That was back at the start, when it needed his vote.

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ANU backs away from forced job cuts but Julie Bishop to remain in leadership role

Australian National Dictionary Centre granted lifeline by ‘anonymous donor’, while ANU music school’s future remains unclear

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Voluntary lobbying register launched by fed-up senator

A fed-up independent senator is launching his own lobby register, encouraging MPs to voluntarily disclose who they have given access to Parliament House.

The Conversation

Third time lucky for a 4-year parliamentary term? A lack of checks and balances is still the problem

If history is a guide, any future referendum on extending the parliamentary term to four years will be rejected by New Zealanders. Two previous referendums, in 1967 and 1990, saw nearly 70% of voters favour retaining a three-year term.

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