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• 'Lazy thinking': Why generational stereotypes do harm in the workplace

  12-06-2023 21:00 via abc.net.au
  
  Generational stereotypes can sound convincing, but in the workplace they can become a pervasive form of ageism.
  
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• Traders 'excited for the future' after lengthy Jetty Road disruptions

  13-02-2026 21:33 via abc.net.au
  
  After a difficult time for many traders in Glenelg, an air of optimism is starting to emerge as the impact of major construction projects eases and the algal bloom has all but vanished from metropolitan beaches. But some businesses along Jetty Road are still hurting from the disruptions.
  
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• 'Holiday in a can': Why Japanese beer is suddenly everywhere

  13-02-2026 20:22 via abc.net.au
  
  As record numbers of Australians continue to visit Japan, Japanese brewers have come to dominate our domestic beer market.
  
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• Sweeping reforms to boost Sydney's live music scene

  13-02-2026 06:41 via abc.net.au
  
  The state government introduces what it describes as a "world first" bill to support the live music scene.
  
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• Cocaine ship heads towards Sydney after being stripped of cargo

  13-02-2026 05:33 via abc.net.au
  
  A ship caught carrying five tonnes of cocaine is making its way towards Sydney after being stripped of its cargo.
  
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• Maugean skate's endangered status not changing, environment minister says

  13-02-2026 05:10 via abc.net.au
  
  Environment Minister Murray Watt says his decision to keep the status of a rare Tasmanian skate species as endangered rather than change it to critically endangered is based on scientific advice.
  
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• Mystery barge washed up in Torres Strait last seen 'struggling' off Bali

  13-02-2026 01:33 via abc.net.au
  
  One of the last known people to have seen a foreign-owned barge at sea before it washed up on a remote Australian island says it was being towed by a boat not suited to the job.
  
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• Refinery closure a reality check for WA government's lithium processing dreams

  12-02-2026 22:59 via abc.net.au
  
  It was once hoped WA would be in the "box seat" to process critical minerals like lithium. So why are processors like Albemarle pulling the pin?
  
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• Do you think local councils should charge for parking?

  12-02-2026 21:59 via abc.net.au
  
  Parking meters have been ripped out in some country towns, while in others, motorists are still being slugged, and retailers are feeling the pinch.
  
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• Share market tumbles on 'traditional Friday 13 meltdown' — as it happened

  12-02-2026 21:43 via abc.net.au
  
  Market analysts have blamed a share market sell-off on an increasing trend that is resulting in heavy stock selling as investors fear a meltdown on Wall Street's last day of trade for the week. Look back on the day's business developments in our blog.
  
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• Live: Westpac quarterly profit hits $1.9 billion

  12-02-2026 21:43 via abc.net.au
  
  The local currency is back below 70 US cents again, and CBA's currency analysts think it could highlight things to come in 2026. Follow the day's events and insights as they happen with our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. 
  
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• Live: Share market tumbles on 'traditional Friday 13 meltdown'

  12-02-2026 21:43 via abc.net.au
  
  Market analysts are blaming a share market sell-off on an increasing trend that is resulting in heavy stock selling as investors fear a meltdown on Wall Street's last day of trade for the week.
  
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• Live: AUD back below 71 US cents as 'old economy' fears grow

  12-02-2026 21:43 via abc.net.au
  
  The local currency is back below 70 US cents again, and CBA's currency analysts think it could highlight things to come in 2026. Follow the day's events and insights as they happen with our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. 
  
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• Live: ASX headed for Friday 13th curse as AI fears stoke market downturn

  12-02-2026 21:43 via abc.net.au
  
  Meanwhile, the Webjet and Helloworld merger has fallen through, and Westpac is the latest Big Four bank to report rising profits. Follow the day's events and insights as they happen with our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog.
  
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• Live: ASX down as AI fears stoke fall on Wall Street

  12-02-2026 21:43 via abc.net.au
  
  Meanwhile, the Webjet and Helloworld merger has fallen through, and Westpac is the latest Big Four bank to report rising profits. Follow the day's events and insights as they happen with our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog.
  
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• With imports on the rise, why aren't we told where our wood comes from?

  12-02-2026 20:45 via abc.net.au
  
  Consumer advocates and the wood products industry say it is time the origin of timber was made clear, as imports grow year-on-year.  
  
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• More young women sacrificing basic needs to cope with cost of living

  12-02-2026 20:38 via abc.net.au
  
  A study from Deakin University has found many young women admit skipping meals or forgoing medical attention to save money.
  
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• Water utility 'confident' drinking water is antibiotic free after salmon disease outbreak

  12-02-2026 19:18 via abc.net.au
  
  Tasmania's water provider says there is no risk of antibiotics entering Hobart's water supply, following Huon Aquaculture's use of oxytetracycline in the River Derwent to treat a disease outbreak.
  
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• Hobart's drinking water free from antibiotics, water utility says

  12-02-2026 19:18 via abc.net.au
  
  Tasmania's water provider says there is no risk of antibiotics entering Hobart's water supply, following Huon Aquaculture's use of oxytetracycline in the River Derwent to treat a disease outbreak.
  
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• Judge sets trial date for Donald Trump's defamation case against BBC

  12-02-2026 15:44 via abc.net.au
  
  A US District Judge has also rejected the BBC's application to halt the discovery phase of the $US10 billion ($15.1 billion) lawsuit. 
  
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• Barbeques Galore enters receivership as debt burns into bottom line

  12-02-2026 08:15 via abc.net.au
  
  Barbeques Galore has plunged into receivership, leaving question marks for its nearly 100 stores that employ about 500 staff. 
  
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• Aussie backyard icon now on the chopping block

  12-02-2026 08:15 via abc.net.au
  
  Barbeques Galore has plunged into receivership, leaving question marks for its nearly 100 stores that employ about 500 staff. 
  
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• Coastal communities delighted by 'rare' seismic testing rejection

  12-02-2026 07:31 via abc.net.au
  
  A controversial seismic testing proposal off Victoria's south-west coast has been rejected in a "rare" move from the offshore regulator.
  
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• RBA governor accused by senator of 'gaslighting' Australians on economy

  12-02-2026 04:34 via abc.net.au
  
  Reserve Bank governor Michele Bullock fires back at Nationals senator Matt Canavan after he accused her of "gaslighting" Australians over the state of the Australian economy. 
  
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• Michele Bullock frustrated by 'repeated questions' at Senate estimates

  12-02-2026 04:34 via abc.net.au
  
  Reserve Bank governor Michele Bullock fires back at Nationals senator Matt Canavan after he accused her of "gaslighting" Australians over the state of the Australian economy. 
  
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• SA Labor releases audio of Liberal MP backtracking on key policy at private event

  12-02-2026 04:16 via abc.net.au
  
  South Australia's Treasurer says the Liberal Party has secretly dumped its major $495 million policy less than six weeks out from the state election, with the Opposition arguing it has to wind back Labor's tax due to state budget blowouts.
  
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• SA Labor releases audio of Liberal MP backtracking on key policy at industry event

  12-02-2026 04:16 via abc.net.au
  
  South Australia's Treasurer says the Liberal Party has secretly dumped its major $495 million policy less than six weeks out from the state election, with the Opposition arguing it has to wind back Labor's tax due to state budget blowouts.
  
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• Hundreds of jobs set to be lost as WA lithium refinery shuts down

  12-02-2026 02:27 via abc.net.au
  
  A multi-billion-dollar lithium refinery in WA's South West has been shut down, affecting about 275 workers.
  
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• Residents 'embarrassed' by WA town as buyback scheme ends

  11-02-2026 22:32 via abc.net.au
  
  As Port Hedland's controversial dust buyback scheme winds up, Pilbara Ports quietly walks away from major plans to build a training facility and accommodation, with development plans for the area still uncertain.
  
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• Darwin traditional owners feel 'bulldozed' by ambitious solar farm company

  11-02-2026 22:00 via abc.net.au
  
  A renewable energy company planning to build a solar farm near Darwin is seeking a court ruling that no native title claim exists at the proposed site.
  
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