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Floods left thousands without power. Microgrids could help communities weather the next disaster

The devastating floods have cut off power for tens of thousands of people across New South Wales and Queensland, limiting their access to basic amenities and hampering rescue efforts. This included 54,000 homes in Brisbane alone.

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Higher fuel prices to drive up cost of living in rural, regional Australia

Farmers and transport operators are bracing for even higher fuel prices after US President Joe Biden announced a ban on Russian oil imports overnight.

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Men sentenced for smuggling live lizards

Two men have been sentenced for trying to smuggle live lizards from Australia to the United States.

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World-Class Bar Owner Michael Chiem & Elite Chef Chase Kojima On Turning Work Into Art

We find out how they evolved their approach to their craft and how they have navigated the ever-shifting uncertain waters of the pandemic.

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Russia, China in 'strategic convergence' -Australian intelligence

A "troubling new strategic convergence" between Beijing and Moscow has developed and the risk of "major power conflict" had grown since Russia invaded Ukraine, Australia's intelligence chief said on Wednesday.

Reuters

Cancer Council WA boss Ashley Reid reveals 'shock' melanoma diagnosis

As a typical Australian child of the 1970s, Ashley Reid spent hours playing in the sun without sunscreen or a hat. Now, the Cancer Council WA boss is "paying the price" and battling melanoma.

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Here's what we know about the Japanese encephalitis outbreak in Victoria, South Australia, NSW and Queensland

The deaths of two people from the virus amid a growing number of cases across Australia are causing concern for health and agricultural authorities. Here's what we know.

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Australia declares east coast floods a national emergency

Australia declared a national emergency on Wednesday in response to devastating floods along its east coast, and designated catastrophe zones in towns swept away by swollen rivers.

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Angus Taylor attacks Beetaloo Basin activists and says Australia right to expand fossil fuels

Taylor says Australia has ‘kept our foot on the accelerator’ when it comes to supply of oil and gas

The Guardian - AU

Stewart McSweyn out of world indoors team

Middle-distance star Stewart McSweyn has been forced to withdraw from the Australian team for the world indoor athletics championships.

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Climate change already pushing up food prices, causing shortages and will get worse, report says

Australian consumers are already paying more for food because of climate change and the problem will get worse as temperatures increase, according to a new report.

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Body of Warne in Bangkok as Australia arranges return home

The body of Australian cricket icon Shane Warne remained in Thailand for another day on Tuesday, police said, as consular officials worked on logistics to bring home the man widely regarded as one of the finest spin bowlers of all time.

Bangkok Post

Climate change drives up food prices

Australians are already paying more for meat, bread, dairy and fruit because climate change is disrupting food supply chains, a new report has found.

AAP

Interest rate rise ‘plausible’, RBA says, eyeing supply shocks from Ukraine invasion

Reserve Bank will act ‘to maintain low and stable inflation in Australia’, Philip Lowe says

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'Mummified' piglets sparked virus alert

Authorities were alerted to Australia's Japanese encephalitis outbreak when pigs started having stillborn piglets, with exposure likely to be months ago.

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WA offers Marsh family state memorial

The family of cricket great Rod Marsh, who died on March 4, are considering an offer from the West Australian government for a state memorial service.

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Melissa Perrine, Rae Anderson and Kate McLoughlin: Meet the women of Australia’s 2022 Beijing Winter Paralympics team

There are only a few women in Australia's Winter Paralympics team in Beijing, but they are making sure they stand out in the snow.

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Rate rise plausible this year: RBA's Lowe

Reserve Bank of Australia governor Philip Lowe has told a business conference that a rise in the cash rate is plausible this year.

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Spun out, Australia head to NZ capital

Australia have defeated England and Pakistan to sit on top of the Women's World Cup standings as they head to Wellington for four of their next five matches.

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At Melbourne fashion festival, models go barefoot for lack of Australian-made shoes

A digital runway aims to elevate Australian-made fashion – but also reveals the shortfalls in Australia’s manufacturing capability

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Indigenous man Brendan Thoms takes compensation case to High Court after spending 14 months in immigration detention

Brendan Thoms, who made history in the High Court when it ruled that Indigenous Australians are not 'aliens' under the constitution, will today ask the court to allow him to claim compensation for the 14 months he spent in immigration detention.

The Guardian - AU

Scott Morrison says defence force ‘not available on a moment’s notice’ to respond to disaster – as it happened

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Morning mail: strong winds to lash flood-hit areas, Russia accused of shelling evacuation route, Jane Caro’s beloved items

Wednesday: Politicians from both sides have called for fire and floods to be included in cyclone reinsurance scheme. Plus: what prized items Jane Caro lost to thieves

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Should natural disaster responses be part of the Australian Defence Force's job?

Defence says it is ready and willing to help during and after crises like floods or bushfires, but some experts are wondering if constantly calling upon the ADF is the best answer to disasters at home.

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Veterinarians facing barriers to re-entering the career following extended break

Veterinarians have called for a sweep of reforms to remove barriers for those wanting to return to the industry after taking a career break.

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