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How the US election turned ‘weird’ – and why it’s working for the Democrats

The Democrats have discovered a secret sauce in their campaign against Donald Trump and the MAGA mob — suddenly media headlines are splashed with references to “weird”. For example:

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Nine CEO urges staff to ‘get into the Olympic spirit’ – but doesn’t mention he will keep the flame burning in Paris

Mike Sneesby will run in the torch relay on top of hosting advertisers. Plus: Joe Hockey turns Trump expert for Sky News

The Guardian - AU

Politics with Michelle Grattan: Joe Hockey on how Australia should navigate a second Trump term

American politics has become weekly high drama.

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How a rainbow coalition of Australian politicians came together to push for Julian Assange’s freedom

After bleak beginnings, our campaign united a formidable group of parliamentarians from across the political spectrum

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Australian inspiration for Kiwi tax cuts: NZ minister

Nicola Willis will deliver the right-leaning New Zealand coalition government's first budget this week, with tax cuts at the forefront.

AAP

It took a well-equipped, forensic judge to unstitch Lehrmann – and hand the media a rare win

The judge criticised the way Channel Ten handled the story, but found Brittany Higgins’ evidence on the central allegation ‘honest and accurate’

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The story behind these strange structures in Lake George

A ground-breaking study on Lake George really made some waves.

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Australian spy chief under pressure to name ex-politician who ‘sold out’

The spy chief said a team from an unidentified country had cultivated and recruited a former Australian politician.

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Spy boss explains why he won't name ex-politician who 'sold out' Australia

Nation's top spy speaks out after calls to identify 'traitor'.

The Canberra Times

Afternoon Update: MPs react to Asio claims; Greens protest Philippines president; Wonka rip-off’s forebears

Following revelations from Asio chief that a former Australian politician allegedly colluded with foreign spies, MPs spent much of the day debating what to do with the intel – if anything at all

The Guardian - AU

Spy Row Erupts In Australia Over 'Traitor' Politician

Australia's government on Thursday faced angry demands to name a "traitor" former politician accused by the country's top spy of having "sold out" the country to a foreign power.

International Business Times

Now's the time, Assange backers say of possible US deal

Julian Assange is nearing another court appearance to avoid US extradition as supporters eye a potential plea deal.

AAP

Howard's key role in quashing emissions trading scheme

The reason Australia rejected a significant climate change adaptation plan has been revealed in federal cabinet documents released after a 20-year embargo.

AAP

Sliding doors: cabinet papers reveal how close Coalition came to endorsing emissions trading in 2003

The Howard government drafted a statement declaring its support for an emissions trading scheme before abruptly changing course

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View from The Hill: as war rages in the Middle East, Australian parliamentarians try to promote understanding

In federal parliament, there are “friendship” groups for almost everything, from AUKUS to arthritis, and for many countries.

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Mark McGowan phone call allegation puts fossil fuel influence in WA under spotlight

Former premier’s behaviour, if true, is ‘certainly improper’ and ‘ethically questionable’ and shows power of oil and gas interests, Carmen Lawrence says

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Grattan on Friday: Albanese government faces an uphill road and angry locals as it drives change to renewables

Fire fear is gripping many Australians, with extremely high temperatures for September.

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We can talk about a higher rate of GST in Australia, but it will never happen

A group of crossbench parliamentarians have revived the idea of increasing the rate of the goods and services tax from 10% or removing exemptions on food, education and health purchases.

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The Guardian - AU

If you are really worried about the next generation, the only thing that matters is climate change

The only thing the current generation absolutely needs to do for the next generation is stop burning fossil fuels as quickly as possible

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The intergenerational report will try to scare us about ageing. It's an old fear, and wrong

The “problem” of Australia’s ageing population has been a concern for decades. Indeed, I have aged along with it.

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Friday essay: 60 years old, the Yirrkala Bark Petitions are one of our founding documents – so why don't we know more about them?

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised this article contains names of deceased people.

The New Daily

Michael Pascoe: IKEA and Netflix tax scandal overshadows shameful PwC saga

IKEA and Netflix are just two quick examples of the ongoing, massive and very successful tax minimisation industry here.

The Guardian - AU

Sun sets on David Koch’s 21 years of breakfast television with farewell extravaganza

Anthony Albanese, Kevin Rudd and the Beaconsfield mine disaster survivors among huge cast as ‘Kochie’ signs off. Plus: Peter Gleeson rescued from retirement

The New Daily

Michael Pascoe: Is the RBA acting out of spite or just lost the plot?

Passing without notice in April, the Reserve Bank pulled a neat little trick, apparently making multiple billions of dollars in losses “disappear”. I’ve

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There's more than reputation at stake: PwC faces penalties, including possible jail time

What penalties does the consulting giant PricewaterhouseCoopers face for sharing confidential government tax policy information and (in its words) betraying the public’s trust?

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