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More MPs supporting gay marriage: Carr

More MPs supporting gay marriage

Parliamentary numbers may be shifting in support of legalising same-sex marriage, claims Bob Carr.

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Drop in new apprentices worries business

The Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry wants the govenrment to do more to encourage buisnesses to take on new apprentices.
May 21, 2013, 7:28 pm
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Betting ban doesn't need federal approval

SA Premier Jay Weatherill says a proposed ban on live odds advertising during sports broadcast does not require the approval of the federal government.
May 21, 2013, 7:08 pm

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Gillard takes vote pitch to western Sydney

Western Sydney will host a federal community cabinet on Wednesday, as Labor sets its sights on crucial marginal seats.
May 21, 2013, 6:48 pm

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Lifeguard bashed on Gold Coast beach

A Gold Coast lifeguard has been assaulted after asking a couple to move their dog from a flagged area.
May 21, 2013, 6:27 pm

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Voters missing from electoral roll

Australia's electoral commission is seeking 1.4 million voters missing from the voting roll ahead of the federal election.
May 21, 2013, 5:59 pm

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Political stoush threatens Qld rail plan

The Newman government is continuing its fight with the commonwealth over Cross River Rail funding as Tony Abbott refuses to guarantee the project's future.
May 21, 2013, 5:59 pm

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Parents questioned after NSW boy dies

The mother and stepfather of a Sydney boy who died after apparently falling from a pogo stick are being questioned by police.
May 21, 2013, 5:03 pm
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Search continues for Vic fisherman

Water police have used sonar equipment in the search for a missing fisherman at a Victorian lake.
May 21, 2013, 4:56 pm

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Man saves 'targeted' Vic hit-run victim

A driver mounted a gutter and drove at a man, carrying him 50 metres before he was thrown on to a road in suburban Melbourne, police say.
May 21, 2013, 4:54 pm

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Qld party precinct plan 'didn't work'

A new report has slammed Queensland's Drink Safe Precinct trials in Fortitude Valley, Townsville and Surfers Paradise as ineffective and poorly-planned.
May 21, 2013, 4:50 pm

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Vic police want zero alcohol for 25yo's

Victorian police want to extend the zero alcohol limit for drivers until the age of 25, but say other P-plate restrictions may not need to be extended.
May 21, 2013, 4:22 pm

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No sign of missing Vic paraglider

Police and volunteers have spent another day searching for a man who disappeared after going on a tandem paragliding flight on the Victorian coast.
May 21, 2013, 4:13 pm
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NSW vaccine laws 'to allow for exemptions'

Parents who object to vaccinations on religious or medical grounds will be exempt from a crackdown on childhood vaccinations.
May 21, 2013, 4:05 pm

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Basis for PEFO same as budget: Treasury

Treasury Secretary Martin Parkinson says his department does not provide government with a range of forecasts, but its best professional advice.
May 21, 2013, 4:00 pm

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Gillard sends condolences over US tornado

Australia has sent its condolences to the victims of the Oklahoma tornado.
May 21, 2013, 3:52 pm
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Short odds on scrapping of gambling ads

There is growing support across Australia for the ban of live betting odds during sports broadcasts, with South Australia trying to lead the way.
May 21, 2013, 3:27 pm

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Tax review must include GST: Tax Institute

The Tax Institute says a review into Australia's tax system must include the goods and services tax as part of a mature political debate.
May 21, 2013, 3:18 pm
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Rudd steals PM thunder on school funding

As Julia Gillard makes a pitch for states to support her school funding plan, Kevin Rudd has stolen the limelight with his backing for gay marriage.
May 21, 2013, 2:50 pm
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Qld to allow grazing in national parks

The Queensland government will introduce legislative changes on Tuesday to allow starving cattle to graze in national parks.
May 21, 2013, 2:20 pm

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Injured Qld boy breathing unassisted

A five-year-old Queensland boy who suffered life-threatening injuries when he was flung from a carnival ride is now breathing unassisted.
May 21, 2013, 2:19 pm

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