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Australia has one of the weakest tax systems for redistribution among industrial nations – the Stage 3 tax cuts will make it worse

One of the chief purposes of government payments and taxes is to redistribute income, which is why tax rates are higher on taxpayers with higher incomes and payments tend to get directed to people on lower incomes.

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Aussie sevens women triumph again but men lose final

Australia's sevens women have earned back-to-back world series triumphs in Cape Town in dramatic fashion while the Aussie men were beaten in their final.

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New COVID-19 vaccines hit pharmacy shelves

Two new COVID-19 vaccines targeting the new Omicron variant of the virus are now available in Australian pharmacies around the nation.

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Remote communities get connected under federal funding

Remote communities are set to get better access to wi-fi and phone services, months after research revealed the digital divide among Indigenous communities.

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Researchers uncover trove of species in own backyard

A mosquito, a flatworm and a sandfly were officially discovered in Australia for the first time when scientists went searching in their backyard.

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Massive whale emerges yards from shore, thrilling beachgoers

A large sperm whale joined swimmers near the shore Saturday at Port Beach, Australia, generating concern that the mammal might strand itself.

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India to receive Trade Ministers from Switzerland, Norway for ‘critical talks’ this week

India remains optimistic of reaching an agreement on a trade pact with Nordic countries in the coming months, despite unresolved issues. MEA Secretary (West) Sanjay Verma visited Switzerland and Liechtenstein to discuss the India-EFTA TEPA and BIT. India-EFTA talks have been ongoing for 15 years, but have yet to be…

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Labor targets student and some worker visas in overhaul of Australia’s temporary migration program

Government says temporary migration system is ‘broken’ and changes to student and skilled worker visas are needed to address exploitation

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The migration strategy won’t silence Dutton but Labor is backing away from the feared Big Australia

The Albanese government is reducing migrant intake as it seeks to make inroads to easing the population and housing squeeze before the next election

The Guardian - AU

Annastacia Palaszczuk, Australia’s longest-serving female premier, was underestimated until the very end

The Queensland premier always called her own shots. Right up until her retirement announcement, she took people by surprise

The Guardian - AU

The best Australian children’s books of 2023: Alice Pung, Davina Bell, Sean Avery and more

From picture books to young adult novels and nonfiction, one teacher-librarian picks her favourite reads

The Guardian - AU

Government to toughen scrutiny of international students as it slashes net migration over two years

Australia’s net-overseas migration levels will be cut dramatically over two years to bring the country’s exploding intake back to sustainable numbers.

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Kiran Agrawal to be coach for Indian team in 25th Asian Youth Chess Championship

RAIPUR: Kiran Agrawal, an international chess player and coach from Chhattisgarh's Bhilai, has been appointed as the coach of the Indian team participating in the 25th Asian Youth Chess Championship in the UAE from December 12 to 22. She will be coaching the 35-member Indian team in this grand chess…

The Times of India

McDonald forecasts predictable Test side for Perth

Australia coach Andrew McDonald says their side for the first Test against Pakistan will most likely look the same as it has before.

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The west’s dumping of migrants on poor countries is a grisly echo of penal transportation

Britain is not alone in its tawdry deal with Rwanda. The EU, the US and Australia are all exploiting nations that can’t afford to say no

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Pakistan cricket team in Australia without a doctor

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is facing visa and passport issues for the national senior cricket team in Australia and the Under-19 side in UAE, leaving them without a doctor and team manager. PCB is trying to get visa for Dr. Saleem and Shoaib Muhammad, while Sajid Khan's departure is delayed…

The Times of India

Australia vs Pakistan: Wahab Riaz does U-turn on Haris Rauf

Pakistan chief selector Wahab Riaz, who had previously criticized fast bowler Haris Rauf for opting out of the Test series in Australia, is now defending the issuance of a no-objection certificate (NOC) allowing him to participate in the Big Bash League (BBL) in Australia.

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Love hurts: Aussie Paro notches brutal stoppage win

Australian Liam Paro has moved to 24-0 and back in the conversation for a world title shot after stopping American Montana Love with a pair of knockdowns.

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Australia leads research push on livestock emissions

A global alliance of farmers led by Australia says agriculture must be at the centre of global efforts to mitigate and adapt to climate change.

The Times of India

Pakistan cricket team touring Australia without a doctor

Visa and passport complications have resulted in the absence of a team doctor for the national senior team in Australia and left the under-19 side in the UAE without a team manager.

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Alex de Minaur favoured to win second Newcombe Medal

World No.12 Alex de Minaur is the frontrunner to win the Newcombe Medal as Australian tennis's best performer for 2023.

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Record-breaking heatwave eases as two months’ worth of rain soaks parts of South Australia

Southerly buster sweeps up the NSW coast bringing thunderstorms and dropping temperatures by up to 10C

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Drug traffickers risk lives and freedom in pivot to sea

Drug cartels are increasingly using the oceans to import drugs into Australia, leading to more calls for help when smugglers run into trouble on the water.

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Australia's Sutherland nets big pay day at WPL auction

Annabel Sutherland was one of five Australians picked up at the Women's Premier League auction and is set for a big pay day when the tournament begins.

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