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Immigration system set for overhaul in wake of review’s damning findings

The Albanese government’s review of Australia’s migration system offers a blueprint for overhauling the troubled system and addressing at least some of its shortcomings

Remembering Barry Humphries: From the class misfit to Dame Edna and beyond

Peter Conrad accurately described Humphries’ adolescence as a “one man modern movement”.

Cocaine hippos: What to do about Pablo Escobar’s rather large former pets

Colombia has recorded its first road traffic incident involving a hippopotamus. The hippo was a descendent of the four animals that notorious drug lord Pablo Escobar imported from a zoo in the US to his estate in the 1980s.

Peter Dutton’s risky call to campaign for ‘No’ in Voice referendum

The Liberals have been working up to a “no” position for months but the stand is high risk for Dutton. A Newspoll published on Wednesday found a majority of people in a majority of states back putting the Voice into the constitution.

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Cassowaries critical in spreading native seeds

An Australian study has shown just how important Cassowaries are to native plant seed dispersal in highly fragmented rainforest areas.

Queensland Police announce Easter road blitz

Operation Victor Easter, which runs from April 1 to April 16, aims to reduce trauma and fatalities on the state’s road network during what is always a busy period

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Refinery to make greener aviation fuel from farm waste

A refinery turning agricultural by-products such as sugarcane into eco-friendly aviation fuel could open in Queensland next year with a new funding deal struck.

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Measles alert on Sunshine Coast

Health authorities in NSW and Queensland have issued measles alerts after the emergence of three cases of the highly contagious infection.

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Study charts decade of loss on Australian reefs

More than half of the most common species on the reefs that ring Australia have suffered population declines over the past decade, a new study has revealed.

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Only one rent increase a year suggested for Qld tenants

The Queensland government's position on rent caps is clearer after the suggestion of limiting increases prompted backlash from real estate groups.

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Perished cattle part of enormous Qld flood cleanup

Recovery and rebuilding efforts are set to begin in northwest Queensland following severe flooding and mass damage to properties, businesses and livestock.

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‘This can be done’: UN’s message on net-zero deadlines

The UN secretary-general says developed nations like Australia must bring forward their net-zero timelines by a decade, given the latest climate change report.

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Rheinmetall begins full-scale production of Queensland made Boxer CRVs

Full-scale local production of the Boxer Combat Reconnaissance Vehicles (CRVs) has commenced in Queensland, marking a significant milestone for the state's defence manufacturing capabilities.

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Australia to command eight nuclear subs

A new class of nuclear powered submarines will be in Australian hands in the early 2040s, with Canberra planning to acquire a total of eight vessels.

Banshees, wives, women and mavericks: our predictions for the Oscars 2023 best pictures

The Banshees of Inisherin is an absolute masterpiece, and my pick for Best Picture (and one of the best films of the year).

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Smoking gun: Parliamentary inquiry to examine whether vaping is a gateway vice

The Queensland government has announced a parliamentary inquiry will investigate the health risks of vaping and how prevalent it is among young people.

Newbie teachers perform just as well in the classroom as their veteran colleagues: Study

Research found no statistically significant differences in average teaching quality across the years of experience categories.

From deadly jaws and enormous strength to mushroom farming, Ant-Man is only tapping into a portion of the real superpowers of ants

Tiny ants might seem like unlikely inspirations and sidekicks for a superhero, but real-life ants have astonishing superpowers that make them formidable allies.