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Wieambilla shooting: Six dead including police officers in Australia ‘ambush’ attack

Specialised officers and air support pressed into action after shooters open fire at police

The Independent UK

How ultrasound could treat Alzheimer's

Queensland researchers are one step closer to helping Australians with Alzheimer's disease improve their memory function through ultrasound treatments.

AAP

Warner still in Australia's India plans

David Warner remains firmly in Australia's plans for the India Test tour, with coach Andrew McDonald claiming there are no signs the opener is finished.

AAP

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Boland keeps spot ahead of Neser for Gabba

Australia coach Andrew McDonald has revealed Scott Boland will play as Australia's third fast-bowler at the Gabba, alongside Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc.

AAP

Fiji election 2022: what’s happening, why does it matter and will the vote be peaceful?

Fiji goes to the polls in the midst of a strict media blackout that bars any promotion of political candidates or parties

The Guardian - AU

US pilot held in Australia charged with conspiracy to export defence services to China, court reveals

Former US marine pilot Daniel Edmund Duggan, who was arrested in Australia, faces charges of conspiracy to unlawfully export defence services to China and violating the US arms export control act, according to a 2017 indictment unsealed by a US District Court in Washington.

ABC News

Australia gunfight kills 6, including 2 police

SYDNEY: Six people including two police officers were killed in a gunfight at a remote property in Australia's Queensland state, authorities said on Tuesday, after police visited the place to investigate reports of a missing person.

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Brown sets sights on Cadel Evans race

The classics-style course at the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race has Australian cycling star Grace Brown seeking a big result in Geelong.

AAP

Call to ban petrol car sales by 2035

A ban on petrol cars by 2035 and "world-class" fuel efficiency standards will be needed if Australia is to meet its net-zero target, a report warns.

AAP

Julia Gillard's misogyny speech, Stayin' Alive by the Bee Gees, Neighbours' theme song named 2022 Sounds of Australia

Former prime minister Julia Gillard's infamous speech at Parliament House 10 years ago joins nine other inductees to the National Film and Sound Archive for 2022.

ABC News

Australia signs pact on sustainable mining

Australia, a treasure trove of critical minerals and rare earths, has joined a global commitment on sustainable extraction and processing.

AAP

Dylan Alcott issues passionate defence of the NDIS at the disability royal commission

The Australian of the Year has also delivered an impassioned defence of the NDIS, declaring "it's not broken — it's bloody great".

ABC News

Netball Australia ditches mandatory dresses to reduce barriers and better protect players

After a 2020 review highlighted potential barriers to the sport, governing body takes into account inclusivity, climate change and comfort

The Guardian - AU

Proteas plan to 'get in faces' of Aussies

South African touring teams always play uncompromising cricket in Australia and batter Theunis de Bruyn says they are raised to not take a backward step.

AAP

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Ex-Tas MP accused of illegal belt import

Former Tasmanian Liberal minister Adam Brooks will face court over accusations he illegally imported a belt with a hidden knife into Australia.

AAP

Slain Qld cops mourned across Australia

Australians are paying tribute to two early-career Queensland police constables shot dead, along with a bystander, in an ambush on a property west of Brisbane.

The Independent UK

6 killed, including 2 officers, in Australian ambush, siege

Six people, including two police officers, were shot and killed after the officers responded to a call at a property in rural Australia and were ambushed

Newcastle Herald

China's own goals: Australia emerges as serious middle power

Australia has been elevated from a minor player allied with the US to a significant power in its own right.

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The Guardian - AU

As 2022 comes to a close, Australians can enjoy a reprieve from the algorithms of fear and outrage

Let’s take this calmer mindset into 2023, where we will be invited to embark on a journey to anchor our nation to this ancient land

The Conversation

6 dead, including 2 police, in Queensland shooting. How dangerous is policing in Australia?

On Monday night, two police officers, Constable Rachel McCrow, 29, and Constable Matthew Arnold, 26, were shot and killed, and two other officers were injured, after being ambushed by offenders at a remote property in Wieambilla, in Queensland’s Western Downs. A civilian was also shot and killed. Specialist police then…

AAP

Australia and Vanuatu strike security deal

Australia has been secured as Vanuatu's security partner of choice as the foreign minister flags respect, cooperation and listening as key to discussions.

Reuters

Ex-U.S. pilot held in Australia faces U.S. charges over export of defence services to China

Former U.S. Marine pilot Daniel Edmund Duggan, who was arrested in Australia, faces charges of conspiracy to unlawfully export defence services to China and violating the U.S. arms export control act, according to a 2017 indictment unsealed by a U.S. District Court in Washington.

ABC News

Western Australia's lobsters migrate just in time for Christmas as cookers work around the clock

Australia's largest lobster company will steam-cook and distribute more than 1 million crayfish to supermarkets across Australia in the coming days.

ABC News

Lithium exploration drilling near Litchfield National Park raises sustainability questions

Residents near Litchfield National Park in the Northern Territory are growing increasingly concerned by mineral exploration in the area.

Reuters

Rare gunfight kills six, including two police officers, in rural Australia

Six people, including two police officers, were killed in a gunfight at a remote property in Australia's Queensland state, authorities said on Tuesday, after police visited a home there to investigate a missing person report.

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