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Key Bomber too down on confidence for AFL level

Essendon interim coach Dean Solomon says defender Ben McKay doesn't have the form or confidence to play at AFL level at the moment.

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Asylum-seekers on Nauru face food, water shortages

Asylum seekers in community detention in Nauru are struggling to access enough food and most are rarely about to afford fresh items, a report says.

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Hird momentum grows, Solomon 'consumed' by Bombers job

Interim Essendon coach Dean Solomon expects a "tap on the shoulder" from club hierarchy, but is yet to put himself in the process for the full-time role.

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Bombers drop McKay again as Solomon makes a statement

Essendon swingman Ben McKay has been axed after kicking just six goals in five games in his new role as a forward, while Brisbane welcome back two big guns.

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NZ notches first rate hike since 2023 with more to come

New Zealand's continuing economic recovery has helped convince the central bank to raise the official cash rate to 2.5 per cent, as expected by economists.

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King hails Demons' emotional strength after Bombers win

Melbourne have gone to 8-0 at the MCG this year after Max Gawn and Kysaiah Pickett led the Demons to a 45-point triumph over lowly Essendon.

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Bombers can make 'amazing' Caddy 'great': coach

Nate Caddy cut a frustrated figure during last week's loss to Carlton, and Essendon are being urged to fix their ball movement to help their star forward.

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Battling Bombers to stick with Merrett, McKay moves

Essendon have shifted pieces of the on-field puzzle under interim coach Dean Solomon, who intends to persevere with key players in new positions.

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Blues overrun Bombers amid latest AFL clock furore

Carlton overcame a 23-point deficit to beat Essendon at the MCG and continued their unlikely push for a wildcard finals berth under interim coach Josh Fraser.

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Graph mixes measures to falsely claim NZ govt has more than doubled net debt

A social media graph appearing to show New Zealand government net debt skyrocketing under the National-led coalition switches between three different measures across multiple years.

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Lloyd denies backing Hird amid Bombers intrigue

Essendon fans are divided after James Hird expressed his interest to coach the club again, but caretaker Dean Solomon won't let the noise distract him.

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NZ budget sharpens the campaign choice for Kiwis

New Zealand's coalition government will campaign on the restoration of its budget books after plotting a pathway back to surplus.

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Dockers cop Serong blow as new club record looms

Star Fremantle midfielder Caleb Serong has joined Hayden Young on the sidelines, but the Dockers will still be favourites against St Kilda.

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Pacific island nation charts path to diesel freedom

A major renewables partnership is in the works for Nauru as the diesel-dependent nation seeks emancipation from energy markets while cutting emissions.

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Fagan hits out at 'hero' parent for whiteboard leak

Brisbane coach Chris Fagan has slammed the leaking of confidential notes by a member of the public, describing the Essendon fan as a "hero".

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Rampant Lions crush Bombers as McKay cops bronx cheers

The Brisbane Lions have destroyed struggling Essendon by 64 points at Marvel Stadium, the in-demand Zac Bailey starring with four goals.

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'Butter chicken' slur adds heat on riven NZ government

New Zealand's free trade agreement with India has split the coalition government and will be a major source of tension ahead of the November 7 election.

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Human Rights roadshow to push for landmark federal act

The federal government still won't commit to a human rights act, but the Human Rights Commission has pledged to keep pushing the barrow out.

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Embattled NZ PM Luxon wins shock confidence vote

Labour is challenging National to reveal the vote count in a surprise partyroom confidence vote in Chris Luxon, the New Zealand prime minister.

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New poll heaps more pain on embattled NZ prime minister

New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Luxon and his National Party have clocked their worst TVNZ poll results in years, causing speculation about his leadership.

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New Zealand sounds off on 'unhelpful' Trump over Iran

In contrast to Australia, New Zealand's leaders have spoken out with criticism of Donald Trump as the US president threatens Iran's civilians.

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Luxon shakes up cabinet, campaign in NZ election year

New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Luxon has announced the country's next defence minister, following the retirement of National stalwart Judith Collins.

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'Not COVID 2.0': NZ PM Luxon upbeat on fuel crisis

There is no case for rationing fuel in New Zealand - yet - with stocks at relatively healthy levels, Prime Minister Chris Luxon says.

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Soaring fuel costs prompt New Zealand subsidy

About 150,000 New Zealand families will receive a $50 weekly rebate as the government looks to offset the soaring cost of fuel.

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New Zealand economy limps on with lacklustre GDP

New Zealand's fledgling economic revival, confirmed by fresh GDP figures, is at risk as supply chain disruptions push up inflation.

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