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• Labor scoring own goals while Coalition distracted by One Nation threat

  12-07-2026 20:55 via abc.net.au
  
  When the bells resume ringing in the halls of parliament, Anthony Albanese and Angus Taylor will both do well to dispose of any complacency. 
  
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• 'What were you doing?': The viral clip this AFLW star can't get away from

  13-07-2026 00:15 via abc.net.au
  
  AFLW star Zarlie Goldsworthy used to carry the losses as GWS languished down the bottom of the ladder. She's learnt to let them go and stay motived.  
  
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• Hewitt drops Wimbledon boys' title after epic battle against US star

  12-07-2026 23:31 via abc.net.au
  
  Cruz Hewitt comes up short in his bid to win the Wimbledon boys' title, being beaten by Jordan Lee in the final.
  
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• Live: Burke says he will 'not lift a finger' to help suspected ISIS fighters

  12-07-2026 23:06 via abc.net.au
  
  The home affairs minister says he will "not lift a finger" to support suspected Australian ISIS fighters held in an Iraqi prison. Follow live. 
  
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• Live: Markets on edge as US-Iran war flares again, oil price under pressure

  12-07-2026 22:59 via abc.net.au
  
  Wall Street rallied on Friday before Gulf hostilities flared again. ASX futures point to a gain this morning. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. 
  
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• McCullum 'gutted' after being sacked as England's Test coach

  12-07-2026 22:52 via abc.net.au
  
  The architect of England's controversial Bazball approach to Test cricket is given his marching orders after a disappointing string of results.
  
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• Albanese has the Coalition exactly where he wants them to be

  12-07-2026 20:55 via abc.net.au
  
  When the bells resume ringing in the halls of parliament, Anthony Albanese and Angus Taylor will both do well to dispose of any complacency. 
  
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• International arrival cards to be dumped for digital alternative

  12-07-2026 20:52 via abc.net.au
  
  A digital alternative to incoming passenger cards filled out by everyone entering Australia is set to be rolled out in the next two years.
  
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• Change to international travel as digital arrivals cards roll out

  12-07-2026 20:52 via abc.net.au
  
  A digital alternative to incoming passenger cards filled out by everyone entering Australia is to be implemented in the next two years.
  
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• Businesses caught between Labor's trust tax and stamp duty

  12-07-2026 20:50 via abc.net.au
  
  Small businesses affected by the change are in limbo as states decide whether to waive stamp duty fees, with industry groups warning relief will be limited unless they sign on.  
  
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• Australia has been dragged into a US-China cage fight over AI

  12-07-2026 20:49 via abc.net.au
  
  When it comes to AI, Australia is a spectator at a UFC cage fight between the United States and China, except the spectators are inside the cage with the combatants. 
  
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• Universities to be scrutinised at antisemitism royal commission

  12-07-2026 20:47 via abc.net.au
  
  Jewish academics and students say they do not feel safe on campuses, as the antisemitism royal commission prepares to hold a week of hearings scrutinising universities.
  
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• We analysed 'affordable' rental listings. Many were affordable in name only

  12-07-2026 20:42 via abc.net.au
  
  Governments across Australia are spending billions to boost the number of rentals available to people on low and middle incomes. A Four Corners investigation found many of these homes were unaffordable for those who needed them most, particularly single-income households.
  
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• Government to crack down on antisemitism on university campuses

  12-07-2026 14:00 via abc.net.au
  
  The new standards will require institutions to adopt definitions of antisemitism, racism against Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander peoples, and Islamophobia. 
  
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• Education watchdog to crack down on antisemitism, racism in universities

  12-07-2026 14:00 via abc.net.au
  
  The new standards will require institutions to adopt definitions of antisemitism, racism against Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander peoples, and Islamophobia. 
  
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• Backroom pharmacy deals put profits above patients, report says

  12-07-2026 13:02 via abc.net.au
  
  Taxpayers are missing out on cheaper medicines due to backroom deals by one of Australia's most powerful lobby groups, according to a new report.
   
  
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• Australians paying 'unjustified' fees to pharmacies, report says

  12-07-2026 13:02 via abc.net.au
  
  Taxpayers are missing out on cheaper medicines due to backroom deals by one of Australia's most powerful lobby groups, according to a new report.
   
  
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• 'Beat the bastard': Arrow vows to help others fight MND

  12-07-2026 08:34 via abc.net.au
  
  Former NRL player Jai Arrow says he is determined to raise money and awareness for Motor Neurone Disease until a cure is found. 
  
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• Young woman stopped taking the pill because of mental health concerns

  12-07-2026 07:49 via abc.net.au
  
  Two young women say taking the pill to manage painful periods had side effects they weren't expecting.
  
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• Souths win on Arrow's birthday, Cowboys and Storm snatch late victories

  12-07-2026 05:30 via abc.net.au
  
  South Sydney captain Cam Murray praised his side for being able to focus on the field as the league celebrated the "world's biggest birthday party" for Jai Arrow. 
  
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• Live: 'World's Biggest Birthday Party' for Arrow, Bunker denies Knights twice

  12-07-2026 05:30 via abc.net.au
  
  The NRL is holding the "World's Biggest Birthday Party" for Jai Arrow as the South Sydney Rabbitohs host the Newcastle Knights in Sydney. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Storm score in dying minutes to down Titans

  12-07-2026 05:30 via abc.net.au
  
  The Melbourne Storm have survived a huge scare at home, scoring in the final two minutes to defeat the Gold Coast Titans 22-18. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Souths survive massive Knights comeback to win on Jai Arrow's birthday

  12-07-2026 05:30 via abc.net.au
  
  South Sydney has survived a massive Newcastle comeback to win on Jai Arrow's birthday. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Sea Eagles and Cowboys locked in tight battle between finals hopefuls

  12-07-2026 05:30 via abc.net.au
  
  Manly holds a 14-6 lead at half-time over North Queensland, with a place inside the NRL's top eight up for grabs. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Sea Eagles and Cowboys go to golden point after late miss

  12-07-2026 05:30 via abc.net.au
  
  The Manly Sea Eagles and North Queensland Cowboys are headed to golden point, after finishing the 80 minutes locked at 18-all. Follow live.
  
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• Live: NRL celebrates 'World's Biggest Birthday Party' for Jai Arrow

  12-07-2026 05:30 via abc.net.au
  
  The NRL is holding the "World's Biggest Birthday Party" for Jai Arrow as the South Sydney Rabbitohs host the Newcastle Knights in Sydney. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Intercept try sparks Titans fightback in bid for rare win in Melbourne

  12-07-2026 05:30 via abc.net.au
  
  The North Queensland Cowboys will end round 19 inside the NRL top eight, after fullback Scott Drinkwater nailed a drop goal in golden point to defeat the Manly Sea Eagles at Brookvale Oval. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Cowboys come from behind to win in golden point

  12-07-2026 05:30 via abc.net.au
  
  The North Queensland Cowboys will end round 19 inside the NRL top eight, after fullback Scott Drinkwater nailed a drop goal in golden point to defeat the Manly Sea Eagles at Brookvale Oval. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Cowboys come from behind to beat Sea Eagles in golden point

  12-07-2026 05:30 via abc.net.au
  
  The North Queensland Cowboys will end round 19 inside the NRL top eight, after fullback Scott Drinkwater nailed a drop goal in golden point to defeat the Manly Sea Eagles at Brookvale Oval. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Eagles holding surprise narrow edge at Docklands

  12-07-2026 04:52 via abc.net.au
  
  Western Bulldogs and West Coast kick off a Sunday triple-header as round 18 of the AFL comes to a close. Follow live.
  
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