Government to pay $132 million to 30,000 residents in path of toxic foam
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Government to pay $132 million to 30,000 residents in path of toxic foam

The payout to residents of seven communities across Australia brings the Commonwealth’s total liabilities over its use of the foam to $344 million.

  • byCarrie Fellner

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‘Positive momentum’ from Beijing but no trade concessions after Farrell’s trip

‘Positive momentum’ from Beijing but no trade concessions after Farrell’s trip

Trade Minister Don Farrell says the trip to China was the first step in addressing the trade bans on Australian exports.

  • byAnthony Galloway
Faith Thomas,Australia’s pioneering Indigenous cricketer,dies aged 90

Faith Thomas,Australia’s pioneering Indigenous cricketer,dies aged 90

The first Indigenous woman to represent Australia in any sport,and the only Aboriginal Test cricketer for 38 years following a match in 1958,has passed away.

  • byDan Walsh
Victorians will collect 10¢ for used cans and bottles from November
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Victorians will collect 10¢ for used cans and bottles from November

A container deposit scheme will start operating by the end of the year under the state government’s long-awaited recycling reforms.

  • byBroede Carmody andSumeyya Ilanbey
AFL’s foray deeper into SA:What’s the ‘Brick Wall’ and where’s the ‘Dead Pocket’?

AFL’s foray deeper into SA:What’s the ‘Brick Wall’ and where’s the ‘Dead Pocket’?

The Brick Wall and the Dead Pocket are about to have their cameos as the AFL goes deep into the game’s suburban and country roots in South Australia.

  • byRoger Vaughan andSteve Larkin
Clare Valley,SA:Australia's underrated wine region is like a little piece of Europe

Clare Valley,SA:Australia's underrated wine region is like a little piece of Europe

Clare Valley's little piece of Europe was named after the seven hills of Rome.

  • byKylie McLaughlin
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The best times to visit Adelaide

The best times to visit Adelaide

Adelaide has long called itself the festival city - not just because it’s jam-packed with arty parties,but because the city is a natural stage.

  • byMax Anderson
The must-do highlights of Adelaide in three days

The must-do highlights of Adelaide in three days

Australia’s ‘big country town’ packs a surprising amount of attractions and distractions,and all within a space that can be easily explored on foot. Get ready for a lively 72 hours...

  • byMax Anderson
What tenants can do if their landlord hikes the rent

What tenants can do if their landlord hikes the rent

Tenants are being hit with rising costs,with more pain expected to come. But there are steps renters can take when facing a rent increase.

  • byKate Burke
Nine must-do highlights of Kangaroo Island

Nine must-do highlights of Kangaroo Island

Spectacular landscapes and wildlife paired with excellent food and wine make this island an unforgettable getaway.

  • byRob McFarland