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Competition watchdog warns Qantas against anti-competitive behaviour

The ACCC warns Qantas it will take swift action against anti-competitive behaviour such as attempts to swamp airline routes, artificially push down prices or lock in exclusive deals with airports and suppliers.




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Australia's tallest building to be built in Melbourne as Government fast-tracks development

The Victorian Government announces a proposal for a 101-storey building is one of four to be approved amid moves to fast-track development in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.



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'It takes a village': Tourist town turns to good grub for coronavirus solace

With 100 per cent of the bookings cancelled at his boutique business, a country chef decides to use his culinary skills to help others through the pandemic.




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'It's been hectic': Flour production soars as coronavirus causes record demand

Australia's largest flour mill will produce an extra 50 million kilograms by the middle of the year as consumer demand goes through the roof.




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Union takes Qantas to Federal Court over 'heartless' denial of sick leave to stood-down workers

The Transport Workers' Union urges the Federal Court of Australia to find that Qantas is still responsible for paying sick leave to 25,000 workers who have been stood down during the global coronavirus pandemic.




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Can't get a refund on your cancelled trip? Here's what to do

More than 6,000 people have complained to the ACCC about their travel company's handling of refunds. We've looked into what your options are for getting your money back.




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Solid demand and favourable weather buoy agribusiness confidence

Solid rainfall has boosted farmer confidence this season and, while uncertainty hangs over the global economy, many remain optimistic that agriculture will weather the storm.




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On World Press Freedom Day, Malaysia investigates journalist over 'provocation'

Police in Malaysia confirm they are investigating a journalist over her reporting on mass raids targeting migrants and refugees amid the COVID-19 pandemic.




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Trump takes swipe at China, bickers with journalists during virtual town hall meeting

The US President said China tried to cover up the coronavirus outbreak before trying to blame other countries for the ensuing health pandemic.




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Murray Bridge journalist launches online service after ACM suspends newspaper

A journalist left out of work after Australian Community Media shut down his regional printing press starts his own online newspaper in an effort to keep the community informed.




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'You want $750 a week for doing nothing?': A boss argued his employees should work more hours for JobKeeper

Whether or not employers can demand eligible JobKeeper workers do extra shifts to meet the $1,500-a-fortnight payment is causing confusion and chaos in the hospitality industry.




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Is your steak safe to eat? Abattoir coronavirus outbreak leaves consumers wondering

A coronavirus outbreak at a Melbourne abattoir has left consumers wondering about food safety — but experts say meat is still very safe to eat, and any risk is "ridiculously small".




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CBD Melbourne: Turnbull takes aim at News Corp

Malcolm Turnbull's memoir, A Bigger Picture, is uncomplimentary about many people and organisations. But few come out of it as badly as Rupert Murdoch's media empire, News Corp.




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As the day unfolded: Scott Morrison says Australia's COVID-19 restrictions to remain in place for at least four weeks, nation's death toll stands at 65

If you suspect you or a family member has coronavirus you should call (not visit) your GP or ring the national Coronavirus Health Information Hotline on 1800 020 080.




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New suits and long journeys: How we navigated the Great Depression

Memories of the Depression years come flooding back with talk of Australia heading into another depression or at least a severe recession.




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Tamil family on Christmas Island wins Federal Court case

A Tamil asylum seeker family detained on Christmas Island has won a legal battle in the Federal Court, which found two-year-old Tharunicaa was denied procedural fairness.




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As normal everyday functioning vanishes, our society has been put on trial

The fabric of our society is generally taken for granted as flexible and difficult to tear, but the pandemic has torn our society out of its routine.




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Company 'knew' virus was running rampant on Ruby Princess, court told

In a series of explosive allegations, Princess Cruises has been accused of recklessly endangering lives.




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Neither Sweden nor NZ: Australia must steer its own COVID-19 course

With some modifications, Australia must keep its social-distancing restrictions in place until after winter.




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CBD Melbourne: You got to fight for the right to drive

Millionaire CarAdvice founder and petrolhead Alborz Fallah just wants to hit the road. Pity the Queensland Police have a different idea.




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CBD Melbourne: Taylor bids farewell to the ranch

Energy Minister Angus Taylor’s long, and at times politically painful, involvement with rural sector has run its course.




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Next OnePlus Flagship Rumoured To Get A Feature We Expected On The OnePlus 8 Pro




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5 Fun Drinking Games To Play With Your Partner During The Lockdown




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5 Things Your Android Phone Can Do That'll Make Your Apple Fanboy Friend Super Jealous




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6 Less-known And Fascinating Facts About The Titanic That Will Blow Your Mind




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5 Ways To Make Mother’s Day Special And Cheer Up Your Mom Even During Lockdown




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Add some va-va-voom to your Zoom call with these tips from Hollywood sound and lighting pros


Hollywood pros share user-friendly video chatting tips to make your video conferencing look and sound its best.




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To Dan Aykroyd, COVID-19 is ‘the closest thing to an alien invasion that we’ll see in our lifetime’


The disease is like “a zombie walking the Earth,” wanting to kill humans, says the Canadian actor. “I think the best thing to do is stay in and let’s keep doing what we’re doing.”




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Is it safe to visit your mom on Mother's Day? A doctor offers this checklist.

Mothers love to be with their children on Mother's Day, but this year, things might be different. A physician walks you through some questions to consider as you decide whether such a visit is safe.




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Can the cruise industry stay afloat after COVID-19? Norwegian and Carnival plot uncertain course post-pandemic

The world's third-largest cruise ship operator cast doubt on its ability to stay afloat as a company for much longer, even as one of its biggest rivals said it is taking its first tentative steps toward reopening after COVID-19.




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Like giant ice cream trucks, supermarkets on wheels get ready to roll into the neighbourhood

Shoppers tired of waiting in line outside a supermarket, or trying to secure a slot with one of the overbooked grocery delivery apps, have new options to bring groceries home. Startups and established companies alike are eager to offer Canadians fresh alternatives during the COVID-19 lockdown and beyond.




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Just stay calm: How to stop worrying about keeping busy and focus on your mental health


How do you avoid overload when you have time to do everything?




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How to protect yourself and others from infection as COVID-19 cases increase


Officials offer answers to numerous important questions about the coronavirus.




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COVID-19 on the brain? Here are eight vitamins to get your immune system in shape


Certain vitamins, minerals and other supplements can support your immune system as a whole, even though they haven’t been researched for their impact on COVID-19 specifically.




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It’s OK to slow down: Why you don’t have to optimize your coronavirus quarantine


The pandemic has not given us time to self-actualize. It has robbed us of time and exhausted us. And it’s OK to feel that way, experts say.




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Sex and social distancing: How to up your sexting game


Don’t know how to start or what’s appropriate? A sex educator has some tips




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How to strengthen your resolve to exercise during quarantine


For starters, give up the notion that the inspiration to exercise is going to sweep over you like a sweaty tsunami. “Exercise,” says one expert, “needs to be a non-negotiable if we want to stick with it.”




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The royal family's favourite TV shows revealed




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Downer mourns death of CFO

Chief financial officer of contracting firm Downer EDI and former Qantas senior executive Kevin Fletcher has died.




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Retour en classe: les profs inquiets

Le Québec en dehors de la grande région de Montréal s’apprête à rouvrir les écoles et les garderies, et plusieurs inquiétudes persistent.




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Le PLQ plaide pour l’intégration des services psychologiques dans le régime public

Les services psychologiques devraient être intégrés dans le régime public pour bénéficier à l’ensemble de la population, plaide le PLQ.




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Enquêtes par courriel pour la COVID-19

La solution infonuagique de la santé publique doit être fonctionnelle mercredi avec trois semaines de retard.




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COVID-19: pas de vacances pour le virus

Le virus de la COVID-19 ne semble pas vouloir prendre de vacances, selon une étude qui vient atténuer l’espoir qu’il disparaisse avec le beau temps.




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Retour choc chez les aînés: soigner avec la peur au ventre

Notre journaliste est retournée travailler comme préposée dans une RI deux ans après avoir sonné l’alarme sur les conditions de ces établissements.




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Tours cellulaires incendiées: un chanteur passera le week-end en prison

Il aurait incendié des tours de télécom avec sa blonde.




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La crise de la COVID-19 représente une manne pour les lobbyistes

Les inscriptions ont bondi de 53 % à Québec et de 60 % à Ottawa au mois d’avril




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Retour choc chez les aînés: «les filles qui travaillent ici, elles sont exceptionnelles»

En 2017, je me suis plongée dans la peau d’une préposée aux bénéficiaires. Cette fois, le travail est le même, mais le contexte est bien différent.




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Aussie tourists injured in Vanuatu bus crash

UPDATE: IT’S touch and go for some of the 10 Australians injured in a fatal bus crash in Vanuatu, medical authorities say.




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These Services Deliver Wine & Spirits Straight to Your Doorstep

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What to Watch This Weekend: Our Top Binge Picks for May 9-10

Any big weekend plans? Don't worry, we've got you covered. Every weekend, E! is giving you the top binge picks, including new and old TV series, movies and specials. And this...