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Melbourne reconsiders its Burke and Wills statue

Melbourne debates the fate of its oldest public monument, a statue of explorers Burke and Wills, prompting a critical re-examination of their disastrous 1860 expedition and its colonial legacy. Discover the full story.

SA Opposition Leader Vincent Tarzia Resigns

South Australian Liberal leader Vincent Tarzia has unexpectedly quit, triggering the party's fourth leadership change nationally in under a month. Read the full story on the political shake-up.

East Coast Gas Reserve Plan Expected Next Week

The Albanese government is set to reveal a new east coast gas reservation scheme, facing calls from unions and manufacturers to target exporters and lower prices now. Read the latest.

Albanese reshuffles cabinet, promotes key allies

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese unveils a significant cabinet reshuffle, promoting allies and shifting key portfolios. Discover the new political landscape and its implications.

Famous musicians who nearly joined iconic bands

Discover how music history nearly changed forever as Morrissey almost fronted The Clash and Midge Ure was offered Queen's lead singer role. Explore these fascinating 'what if' scenarios.

Toy Story at 30: The Film That Saved Pixar

As Toy Story celebrates its 30th anniversary, discover how Pixar's groundbreaking first film revolutionised animation and saved the company from financial collapse. Explore the untold stories behind the making of this cinematic classic.

Elizabeth I's Bows: The Original Power Move

Discover how Queen Elizabeth I's iconic Armada portrait with its symbolic bows predates modern fashion statements by centuries. Explore this fascinating historical connection.

Lost London revealed in historic photo collection

Discover London's vanished past through 300+ historic photographs in new book 'Panoramas of Lost London', featuring never-before-seen images of the capital's dramatic transformation.

Award-winning author Marina Lewycka dies at 79

British-Ukrainian novelist Marina Lewycka, author of A Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian, has died aged 79. Discover her remarkable journey from refugee to literary sensation.

France blocks €2m Pascal calculator export

A rare 1642 calculating machine by Blaise Pascal withdrawn from Christie's auction after French court halts export. The 'first calculator' may be classified as national treasure.

Up to 350 jobs cut at Australia's CSIRO

Australia's national science agency, CSIRO, announces up to 350 further job cuts, described as 'some of the worst cuts ever seen' for publicly funded science.

The Making of Tango's Iconic 90s Slap Ad Campaign

Discover how the controversial Tango slap ads boosted sales by 35% and became a British cultural phenomenon, despite causing real-life ear injuries. Exclusive insights from the creators.

10 Hereditary Health Risks for Brits

New research reveals a shocking gap in UK health knowledge. Discover the 10 common conditions with strong genetic links and how to take control of your health.

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