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Govt lifts freeze on refugee processing The Federal Government has announced it is immediately lifting the freeze on processing the refugee claims of Afghan asylum seekers. Pyne sent from chamber for 'hopeless' jibe The manager of Opposition business Christopher Pyne has become the first MP of the new Parliament to be booted from the chamber during Question Time. Building approvals drop prompts rates warning The Master Builders Association says the latest housing figures send a clear warning to the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) to not raise interest rates. No communication from Telstra on job cuts Telstra has outlined plans for cost cutting, sparking concerns that up to 6,000 people could lose their jobs. Body found in remains of fiery truck crash Police have confirmed human remains have been found at the site of a fiery crash between an Army truck and a B-double on the Bruce Highway in central Queensland yesterday.
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Red Book injects substance into economic debate Treasury's Red Book briefing has recently been declassified and released to the general public for the first time. Written in the second person, it offers a fascinating insight into the inner workings of government. It's a bit like a "Choose Your Own Adventure" book for incoming treasurers, describing the economic implications of Labor's election promises and the policy challenges awaiting the minority Gillard government. Obama's blinding lights start to dim As I prepare to leave my posting in Washington I've been thinking about the enormous political changes I've witnessed. Housing market's soft landing secure The desired soft landing in Australia's housing market looks to be secure with robust capital gains well and truly behind us. Redefining masculinity is key to stopping rape 'Boys will be boys' is often used when defending sexual assault. If that's the case, then it's time to redefine masculinity. Stop blaming feminists for the world's problems As Virginia Haussegger recently pointed out, as a Western feminist, I am partially responsible for the continued horrific oppression and murder of millions of women worldwide. Why? Because I have failed to collectively form a massive surge to fight back the tides of anti-woman sentiments across those international borders. But Haussegger's article was manipulative journalism at its keenest, and glaringly stark on facts.
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Sharemarket weaker after RBA and ABS stats Some weaker than expected economic figures and end of the quarter profit taking have weighed on the local share market and the Australian dollar today. Records reveal First Fleet's wet welcome Weather reports salvaged from ship logs are painting a new picture of the stormy conditions that battered the First Fleet during its epic voyage to Australia, more than 200 years ago. Embattled Obama launches backyard blitz It is five weeks until crucial US mid-term elections, and president Barack Obama is urging Democrats to stop complaining and get to work on saving the party's seats.
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Mini-chopper the latest climate change research tool Tasmanian climate change scientists have developed a tiny remote-controlled helicopter to help them map fragile coastal moss beds in Antarctica. MP wants Parliament to ban gene patents Federal Parliament is being asked to clarify who, if anyone, owns the rights to human genes. Records reveal First Fleet's wet welcome Weather reports salvaged from ship logs are painting a new picture of the stormy conditions that battered the First Fleet during its epic voyage to Australia, more than 200 years ago.
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Mini-chopper the latest climate change research tool Tasmanian climate change scientists have developed a tiny remote-controlled helicopter to help them map fragile coastal moss beds in Antarctica. Rising Murray eases wildlife woes As the level rises in the lower Murray, the benefits are becoming evident for local wildlife. Bandt urges GFC-like response to climate change New Greens MP for Melbourne Adam Bandt has urged politicians to treat the issue of climate change in the same way as they responded to the global financial crisis.
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