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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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'One of the best pandemic responses in the world': NZ

Jacinda Ardern has defended her government's pandemic record, saying they got "more than most" right on New Zealand's COVID-19 handling.

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Rates on hold in New Zealand as Breman era begins

New Zealand's official cash rate has been held at 2.25 per cent in the first monetary policy review of 2026.

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New Zealand's Judith 'Crusher' Collins to quit politics

Judith Collins, the former leader of New Zealand's conservative National party, is quitting politics after 24 years filled with highs and lows.

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Economy behind NZ PM Luxon's 10-month election call

New Zealanders already know their election date - November 7 - when the economy should determine whether Chris Luxon's right-wing coalition gets a second term.

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Luxon sets November 7 as New Zealand poll day

Prime Minister Chris Luxon has named November 7 as New Zealand's election day, but Kiwis may not take kindly to a 10-month election campaign.

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Corruption allegations levelled at Nauru in Senate

Nauru's President David Adeang and Foreign Minister Lionel Aingimea have been allegedly linked to suspicious financial activity involving Australian funds.

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Unlike Australia, NZ centre-right sticks with net zero

Chris Luxon's coalition government has been savagely criticised by advocates for its climate policy shifts, but the prime minister remains a net zero fan.

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Maori Party chaos: two MPs expelled after vote

A schism in the Maori Party is likely to have a major impact on next year's New Zealand election.

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China-Australia jockeying heightens Pacific forum mess

Australia is working with the Solomon Islands to limit China's security presence after declaring Beijing has no role to play in policing the Pacific.

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'Exploitation': Australia criticised over Nauru deal

People stripped of their visas and fighting their deportations in court have been dealt a major blow as laws pass to strip them of certain legal rights.

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Australia to probe $1b Chinese company deal with Nauru

The Albanese government has confirmed it is seeking confirmation whether Nauru's deal with a Chinese corporation has breached a security treaty with Australia.

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'Options considered': state's snap election call on ice

A state has been left in political limbo, with a Liberal minority premier's request for an early election being considered by the governor.

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Liberals back embattled premier, election call looms

All roads lead to a fourth election in seven years for Tasmania after the island state's Liberal minority premier lost the support of parliament.

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