Tag: Australia
Doubts cast on Govt binge drinking campaign
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This week's release of a government advertising campaign aimed at shocking young people about the dangers of binge drinking has left some marketing experts questioning the effectiveness of the ads.[MORE]
Navy short 2,000 sailors: Houston
The Chief of the Australian Defence Force has revealed the Navy is understaffed by 2,000 sailors.[MORE]
Presence still needed in Solomons: AFP
The Australian Federal Police have warned an international presence is still needed to ensure the Solomon Islands remain secure.[MORE]
Govt has to legislate banks' wholesale guarantee: Oppn
The Federal Opposition says the Government will be forced to bring in legislation to back up its guarantee on banks' wholesale funding.[MORE]
Swan 'calm, considered' in face of deficit debate
Federal Treasurer Wayne Swan says he will not speculate about the need for the budget to go into deficit due to the global financial crisis.[MORE]
Wickets continue to tumble at Gabba
Australia lost three key batsmen early to slump to 3 for 40 in its second innings on day two of the first Test.[MORE]
Govt 'counter-productive' in anti-whaling activity
Federal Opposition Leader Malcolm Turnbull says the campaign to stop whaling will not be harmed by Australia dumping its policy to monitor Japanese ships. [MORE]
Black Caps skittled for 156
Australia's pace attack produced a red-hot performance to dismiss New Zealand for 156 in its first innings at the Gabba.[MORE]
Research shows consumer confidence down for Christmas
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Research has shown a drop in consumer confidence ahead of the peak Christmas period.[MORE]
Grey's exposure 'a curse and a gift': Snow Patrol
Irish band Snow Patrol's popularity soared after their song Chasing Cars was used in the hit US TV show Grey's Anatomy.[MORE]
Aloisi back in Sydney starting line-up
Sydney FC's marquee striker John Aloisi will return to the starting side for Saturday night's A-League match against Adelaide United at Hindmarsh Stadium.[MORE]
Guilty verdict: Wood facing life sentence
Gordon Wood faces a life sentence after being found guilty of murdering his girlfriend Caroline Byrne.[MORE]
Lang Park given all-clear for Cup final
Saturday night's Rugby League World Cup final at Lang Park will go ahead as scheduled despite the horrific storms which have struck Brisbane this week.[MORE]
Vic quick pulled for bowling bouncers
Victorian paceman Dirk Nannes has been suspended from the Bushrangers' attack after bowling two illegal deliveries on day one of the Sheffield Shield match against Western Australia in Perth.[MORE]
Houston wants China to explain military boost
The chief of the Australian Defence Force says he wants China to explain its military build-up.[MORE]
Fines should go to charity: Farina
Queensland Roar coach Frank Farina wants Football Federation Australia (FFA) to donate his $2,000 fine to charity.[MORE]
O'Hern to have thumb surgery
Australian golfer Nick O'Hern will miss Australia's major tournaments this summer after opting to undergo surgery on his thumb.[MORE]
Black Caps sinking at the Gabba
New Zealand has slumped to 6 for 127 in its first innings on day two of the second Test at the Gabba today.[MORE]
Qld praised for couch potato fight
Queensland has been praised for pulling its weight in the nation's battle against obesity, with the best programs to get Australians off the couch.[MORE]
Same-sex couples' Centrelink hotline on way
Centrelink is setting up an information line to ensure same-sex couples know how their social security payments will change now that the Federal Government has moved to eliminate discrimination from federal laws.[MORE]
Man remanded over alleged net grooming
A Sydney man accused of grooming a girl for sex over the internet has been remanded in custody. [MORE]
Gallen looking likely for Cup final
Australian assistant coach John Cartwright says he is confident lock Paul Gallen will be fit to take on New Zealand in Saturday night's Rugby League World Cup final in Brisbane.[MORE]
First home grant tripling doubles enquiries
Housing Industry Association (HIA) figures show a big jump in new home enquiries since the Federal Government tripled the First Home Owner Grant.[MORE]
Free trade: Aust joins Asia-Pacific talks
Australia will join negotiations for a free trade agreement across the Asia-Pacific.[MORE]
Local stocks continue to plummet
Australian shares have fallen 3.5 per cent after a big dive on Wall Street.[MORE]
