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‘Horrific’ shooting kills two cops in Australia
New Age Bangladesh
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Agence France-Presse . Sydney, Australia 26 August, 2025, 23:29 A gunman opened fire on police Tuesday at a rural Australian property in a ‘horrific’ confrontation that killed two officers and wounded a third. Police launched a major hunt for the...
Victoria Beckham brand gets £6.2m loan from stars and backer as losses grow
The Guardian
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August 26, 2025
David and Victoria Beckham and the private equity firm Neo have pumped a further £6.2m into the former Spice Girl’s fashion empire this year as losses widened to almost £5m despite a surge in sales last year. Sales rose 26.5% to £112.7m in 2024,...
Iran embassy staff dash for exit after a day not seen in Australia since World War II
The Age
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August 26, 2025
Save Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Got it Normal text sizeLarger text sizeVery large text size Staff from the Iranian embassy bundled into a car as soon as darkness set in on Tuesday night....
Father's Day Australia 2025: Date, Traditions & What Makes It Unique
Tempo.co
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August 26, 2025
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Father’s Day in Australia lands on Sunday, September 7, 2025, giving everyone a full day to appreciate, honor, and cherish the father figures in their lives. From thoughtful gifts to quality time, it’s a special day filled with...
Australia says Iran directed antisemitic attacks, expels ambassador
Global News
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August 26, 2025
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese accused Iran of organizing two antisemitic attacks in Australia and said the country was cutting off diplomatic relations with Tehran in response on Tuesday. The Australian Security Intelligence...
Australia accuses Iran of orchestrating antisemitic arson attacks, expels ambassador
Anchorage Daily News - Alaska
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Fire crews and police at the scene of a fire at the Adass Israel Synagogue in Ripponlea, Melbourne, Australia, Dec. 6, 2024. (Con Chronis/AAP Image via AP) Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese accused the Iranian government on Tuesday of...
Australians fork out billions each year to fix mess caused by late intervention
The Sydney Morning Herald
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August 26, 2025
“There is a huge social cost when children’s wellbeing needs are not met,” the report states. “For every child and young person who needs intensive services, there is a significant impact on families and communities.” The report draws on The Nest...
Australia Expels Iranian Diplomats Over Tehran’s Alleged Involvement in Anti-Semitic Attacks
Morocco World News
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August 26, 2025
Rabat — Australia expelled on Tuesday Iranian Ambassador Ahmad Adeghi and three other diplomats from the country. This is the most dramatic diplomatic step the country has taken against Iran since World War II. The government gave the Iranian...
Betoota Advocate, Kate Ceberano among Midwinter Ball’s cultural celebrities
The Sydney Morning Herald
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August 26, 2025
All eyes at Wednesday night’s Midwinter Ball in the Great Hall of Parliament House will be turned to the table bought by little-known Sentiment Agency. The annual ball, hosted by the Parliamentary Press Gallery, was delayed until late winter this...
Australian supermarket fetas and fettas taste test: the best-value cheese is less than $3 a pack
The Guardian
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August 26, 2025
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve made a desperate salad from ingredients living in unexplored frontiers of my fridge. I have two usual strategies for transforming desperation into salvation: a good dressing and fetta. I know how to make a good...
Australia expels Iranian ambassador, suspends embassy in Tehran
China Daily Global
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Members of the media stand outside the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Canberra, Australia, August 26, 2025. [Photo/Agencies] Australia has expelled Iran's ambassador and suspended operations at its embassy in Tehran after intelligence...
Victoria aims to double spirits exports by 2030
The Spirit Business
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August 26, 2025
The Spirits Victoria Association (SVA) has released a government-backed plan that aims to help the region’s distillers scale. The strategy aims to position Victoria as a leader in the global spirits market Titled the Victorian Distilled Spirits...
Delivering more Medicare Urgent Care Clinics in South Eastern New South Wales
The National Tribune
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August 26, 2025
Department of Health The Albanese Government is delivering on its commitment for a further 50 Medicare Urgent Care Clinics with tender processes underway from today to identify providers to operate the Nowra, Shellharbour and Bega clinics. These...
Australian Hockey Centre redevelopment advances with tender release for main works
World Construction Network
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August 26, 2025
The redevelopment project of the Australian Hockey Centre in Western Australia (WA) has progressed with the release of the main works tender after the completion of the expression of interest stage. The A$163m ($105.6m) project will see the...
Entain appoints permanent Australia CEO
iGB
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August 26, 2025
New permanent Entain ANZ CEO Andrew Vouris brings nearly two decades of experience in wagering, operations and innovation to the role. Andrew Vouris has been appointed the permanent CEO of Entain Australia & New Zealand (ANZ), having served as...
Who is Lanlan Yang? Mystery woman in Sydney crash captivates Australia and China
The Straits Times
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August 26, 2025
SYDNEY -- In early August, a tantalising post on the online Chinese forum Zhihu asked the question that has sparked a swirl of rumours from Sydney to Beijing: “What are your thoughts about Chinese Australian Lanlan Yang?” The post – which was...
‘Cease and desist’: Victoria band’s logo runs afoul of BC Ferries
Global News
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August 26, 2025
It’s often said imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, but one Victoria band says it’s landed them in rough waters with BC Ferries. The ferry company recently sent rockers Three Sailing Wait a cease and desist letter over their logo, which...
The New Zealand designer ready to dress Australian men
Financial Review
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August 26, 2025
Aug 27, 2025 – 5.00am Gift this article Subscribe to gift this article Gift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe. Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Login Wynn Crawshaw grew up in Taupaki, “the kiwifruit capital of the...
Australia blames Iran for attacking Jews, boots ambassador
World - North Carolina
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Iran orchestrated two attacks on Jews in Australia last year, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Tuesday. Australian intelligence agencies came to the conclusion after a thorough investigation and believe Iran likely directed...
Australia cuts ties with Iran over antisemitic attacks
Africanews
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August 26, 2025
Australia has cut diplomatic ties with Iran after accusing Tehran of directing antisemitic attacks on Jewish sites. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said intelligence gathered by the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation, ASIO, confirmed...