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Refugees on Australian detention island sew lips shut in protest

Mohammad Shofiqul Islam and Mohammad Kaium have been held on the remote Pacific island of Nauru for nearly 10 years.

Al Jazeera

Billionaire stoush over alleged media bias highlights the need for greater media diversity

The recent stoush between mining magnate Andrew “Twiggy” Forrest and media mogul Kerry Stokes is just the latest flashing neon sign above the parlous state of media diversity in Australia.

The Conversation

Lithium miner Allkem adds to cash pile for expansion

Miner Allkem is pushing on with expansion plans in Canada where knowledge from Australia's Mt Cattlin will be deployed and in South America's lithium triangle.

AAP

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Car pollution kills 11,000 Aussies, hospitalises more

More than 11,000 Australians are dying prematurely each year from vehicle pollution, according to a new study that calls for more cuts to car emissions.

AAP

Clear nutrition labels can encourage healthier eating habits. Here's how Australia's food labelling can improve

In your trips to the supermarket, you’ve probably come across the Health Star Rating on the front of some foods. You might even be one of the 70% of Australians who say they read the detailed nutrition information on the back of product packaging.

The Conversation

Australia sending drones to Ukraine, imposes more sanctions on Russia

The Australian government said on Friday it would send more drones to Ukraine to aid its fight against Russia on the anniversary of the invasion, and imposed new targeted financial sanctions against 90 Russian individuals and 40 entities.

Reuters

Lithium producer Pilbara Minerals eyes 'massive growth'

Australia's leading lithium producer Pilbara Minerals will pay an inaugural dividend six months early after a record $1.24 billion net profit in the first half.

AAP

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Townsville: The Australian region where the sun shines 300 days a year

If only there was somewhere for the sun lovers of Australia to escape winter. Well, Townsville North Queensland is just the place.

The New Daily

Meta profited from anti-LGBTQ+ ads despite entering float in Sydney Mardi Gras

Company accepted money from groups such as Australian Christian Lobby, who labelling a drag queen event as ‘attempt to sexualise innocent toddlers’

The Guardian - AU

Custom-made blades in high demand as ancient craft of knifemaking undergoes revival

A one-year backlog is common for those ordering custom-made knives as interest in the ancient craft of knifemaking "explodes" in Australia.

ABC News

Australia's deadliest inland waterways ranked in Royal Life Saving report

A man who lives next to one of the country's most dangerous lakes says people need to have their wits about them when enjoying the stunning body of water.

ABC News

The latest COVID-19 news and case numbers from around the states and territories

Here's a quick wrap of the COVID-19 news and case numbers from each Australian jurisdiction from the past week.

ABC News

Supermarkets offer to take plastic waste after REDCycle collapse

Australia's two biggest supermarkets will take responsibility for piles of soft plastic left after the collapse of a major recycling scheme.

The New Daily

Coles and Woolworths offer to take on tonnes of soft plastic after REDcycle collapse

Australia's two major supermarkets move to take responsibility for massive stockpiles of soft plastics, following the collapse of recycling company REDcycle.

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Retirees asked to help fill labour shortages in Warrnambool as council tries new approach

A growing labour shortage problem has prompted a Victorian community to find its own solution— helping previously retired residents get back into work.

AAP

Electric planes could 'revolutionise' Australian travel

Converting small planes to use battery power rather than petrol could be a game-changer for aviation, according to an Australian start-up.

The Guardian - AU

Australian renewable energy struggles to hit grid with one solar farm wasting half its yearly output

Exclusive: Resolving congestion on main electricity grid will top agenda of ministers’ meeting on Friday

ABC News

The Socceroos' and Matildas' recent history against England ahead of their 2023 clashes with the old enemy

The gap between the Socceroos and England's men's side is far greater than their women's equivalents, but the upcoming clashes with the famous footballing nation serve important purposes for both sides.

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Newcastle Herald

Hunter's hydrogen opportunity in the balance

The Hunter's emerging hydrogen industry may never achieve the same export scale as the fossil fuel industry without the implementation of effective industrial policy settings, a new energy report warns.

ABC News

The Loop: Ukraine's first lady tells of 'year of hell', Alec Baldwin pleads not guilty over shooting, Lewis Capaldi has on-stage Tourette’s flare-up — as it happened

The news Australia is searching for, and all the news that happened while you snoozed: This is the Loop, your quick catch-up for this morning's stories as they happened.

The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: inflation linked to company profits, Ukraine one year on, Australia reach T20 final

A thinktank dismisses the idea rising wages causes price spiral; Australia sends drones to Kyiv in show of support; women claim thrilling T20 semi win

The Guardian - AU

Queensland to trial GPS tracker for child offenders – as it happened

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ABC News

Traffic pollution could be far more dangerous than previously thought, researchers say

New modelling finds that pollution from traffic in Australia leads to a suspected 11,000 deaths per year — 10 times more than the national road toll.

ABC News

Training doctors in regional Australia increases chances they will work there, study finds

A new study has found that medical students are seven times more likely to work in regional Australia if some of their training is done outside the big cities.

The Conversation

Friday essay: 'killed by Natives'. The stories – and violent reprisals – behind some of Australia's settler memorials

First Nations people please be advised this article contains distressing imagery of a retaliatory shooting.

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