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Alumina refines credible path to net zero
November 22, 2022 12:52 PM AEDT| By AAPNEWSClean energy and local expertise could transform alumina refining, which has been one of toughest sectors to crack in decarbonising the Australian economy.

Postie sings again as Eugowra re-opens
November 22, 2022 12:50 PM AEDT| By AAPNEWSThe post office in Eugowra is among the first businesses to open a week after a flash flood destroyed much of the farming town in the central west of NSW.

City's Kisnorbo off to French club: report
November 22, 2022 12:48 PM AEDT| By AAPNEWSPatrick Kisnorbo is the latest Australian set to test himself overseas with the Melbourne City coach reportedly taking the helm at Ligue 1 club Troyes.

Push for social projects boost in north
November 22, 2022 12:47 PM AEDT| By AAPNEWSIn an annual statement on northern Australia, minister Madeleine King says more social projects are needed for the vast region.

Murray Darling plan under pressure
November 22, 2022 12:33 PM AEDT| By AAPNEWSSome 36 state-led Murray-Darling Basin Plan projects are supposed to be complete by June 2024 but authorities expect six will not meet the deadline.

Min Woo running hot but empty on RQ return
November 22, 2022 12:27 PM AEDT| By AAPNEWSMin Woo Lee's never-ending golf summer has brought him back to Royal Queensland in Brisbane for the second staging of the Australian PGA Championship this year.

Qld man to face trial over murder of boss
November 22, 2022 12:22 PM AEDT| By AAPNEWSQueensland man Jordan Theodore Van Doorn has been committed for stand trial accused of murdering his boss Khalil Ibrahim in October 2021.

Family ties inspire AFLW star Lily Mithen
November 22, 2022 12:20 PM AEDT| By AAPNEWSLaurie Mithen was a five-time VFL flag hero for Melbourne and AFLW star Lily Mithen hopes to add another premiership piece to the family legacy.

Maxwell hits back at 'don't care' claims
November 22, 2022 12:14 PM AEDT| By AAPNEWSGlenn Maxwell has rejected suggestions he did not care about Australia's T20 World Cup exit, and opened up on the bizarre incident that led to his broken leg.

New home for troubled Tas youth centre
November 22, 2022 11:58 AM AEDT| By AAPNEWSDetails of reforms in relation to the closure of Tasmania's controversial Ashley Youth Detention Centre have been revealed by the state government.

Cheaper child care one step closer
November 22, 2022 11:43 AM AEDT| By AAPNEWSCheaper child care has been hailed as a boost for both children and the economy, but critics are questioning whether there will be enough staff to meet demand.

Insurers 'abandon' flood-hit NSW towns
November 22, 2022 11:20 AM AEDT| By AAPNEWSThe mayor of the flood-affected NSW town of Forbes says insurance companies have imposed a moratorium on providing flood insurance to properties in the area.

Mercedes to face class action over diesels
November 22, 2022 11:17 AM AEDT| By AAPNEWSA law firm has launched a class action against Mercedes Benz over devices alleged to have manipulated diesel vehicle emissions.

Demand for global fix to plastic pollution
November 22, 2022 11:16 AM AEDT| By AAPNEWSNew survey data shows a public expectation to do more on plastics waste amid hopes a UN treaty will level the corporate playing field with universal rules.

Cult leader released after Facebook breach
November 22, 2022 11:02 AM AEDT| By AAPNEWSA convicted child sex offender has been released after using his wife's Facebook account to send "mundane" texts despite being barred from using social media.

Futuristic convertible to convert drivers
November 22, 2022 10:57 AM AEDT| By AAPNEWSOne electric car maker is showing off a concept vehicle around Australia to prove electric vehicles can be both sporty and sustainable.

Ex-paralegal admits $1.5 million deception
November 22, 2022 10:32 AM AEDT| By AAPNEWSA former paralegal who has worked at some of Melbourne's biggest law firms has admitted dishonestly obtaining $1.5 million from one employer.

Border Force worker fined over info access
November 22, 2022 10:26 AM AEDT| By AAPNEWSAn Australian Border Force employee has been fined thousands of dollars after he was convicted on corruption charges in Melbourne.

Mortgage pain as RBNZ set for record hike
November 22, 2022 10:18 AM AEDT| By AAPNEWSInterest rates are set to soar further in New Zealand, with one lender predicting a 100 basis point rise from the Reserve Bank is possible.

McQueen's fashion vision on show at NGV
November 22, 2022 09:59 AM AEDT| By AAPNEWSDozens of outfits by the late fashion designer Alexander McQueen are being meticulously prepared for the National Gallery of Victoria's summer blockbuster show.
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