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What is AUKUS, and why is everybody talking about it?

What is AUKUS, and why is everybody talking about it?

The nuclear submarine agreement between Australia, the UK and the US is under fresh scrutiny: this time from Washington.

Huw Bradshaw
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Independent Nicolette Boele wins Bradfield by 26 votes

Independent Nicolette Boele wins Bradfield by 26 votes

The announcement comes after a tense few weeks post-election, with the count between Boele and Liberal candidate Gisele Kapterian winding down to ultra thin margins.

Brad Esposito
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NSW Labor's 30% housing pledge meets a 5% reality in North Sydney

NSW Labor's 30% housing pledge meets a 5% reality in North Sydney

While many locals have protested this controversial new development for its height and location, it also represents a major backstep on NSW Labor affordable housing commitments.

Huw Bradshaw
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“The question is, what are you going to stand for?” Zali Steggall on climate, Labor, and her third term in parliament.

“The question is, what are you going to stand for?” Zali Steggall on climate, Labor, and her third term in parliament.

With a diminished Greens presence in the 48th parliament, independent progressives like Steggall will be at the forefront of the struggle for climate justice, in which they will play a key role holding a Labor government to account.

Huw Bradshaw
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Knives out at North Sydney: Councillors determine new path forward after 87% rate rise rejection

Knives out at North Sydney: Councillors determine new path forward after 87% rate rise rejection

In the midst of tit-for-tat remarks, re-budgeting and service cuts, North Sydney councillors grappled with their rejection by IPART.

Huw Bradshaw
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Independent candidate for Bradfield Andy Yin explains his preferences

Independent candidate for Bradfield Andy Yin explains his preferences

The outspoken politician is "sending a message" by encouraging his supporters to place the Labor Party second at the ballot box.

Melissa Mantle
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A Liberal voter on why he's championing Scott Yung in Bennelong

A Liberal voter on why he's championing Scott Yung in Bennelong

The recently retired pharmacist has volunteered for the Liberal candidate's campaign due to its enthusiasm and passion as well as "justice" for his profession.

Melissa Mantle
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“It’s inspiring us to be something greater than just consumers”: Inside the Gordon church wrestling with the North Shore's big issues

“It’s inspiring us to be something greater than just consumers”: Inside the Gordon church wrestling with the North Shore's big issues

Karen Mitchell-Lambert, minister at Gordon-Pymble’s Uniting Church, talks about embracing LGBTIQ members, connecting to something greater than ourselves, and the challenges in holding a diverse group of people together.

Melissa Mantle
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Bradfield and Berowra among most unaffordable electorates to buy a home in Australia: Here's what your candidates want to do about that.

Bradfield and Berowra among most unaffordable electorates to buy a home in Australia: Here's what your candidates want to do about that.

In the electorates where the inflation of housing prices in Australia is most evident, what have the candidates for this election said they will do about housing affordability?

Huw Bradshaw
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“Removing this exemption will hurt Australian workers”: Talking to the experts about Dutton’s cuts to EV incentives

“Removing this exemption will hurt Australian workers”: Talking to the experts about Dutton’s cuts to EV incentives

Data sourced from the Road and Maritimes Services indicates that Ku-ring-gai, Willoughby, and Lane Cove have some of the highest percentages of electric vehicles.

Huw Bradshaw
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Laxale and Yung go head-to-head on faith, freedom, and cost-of-living at Bennelong forum

Laxale and Yung go head-to-head on faith, freedom, and cost-of-living at Bennelong forum

The ultra-marginal seat's major party candidates shared their views on a number of issues that impact religious communities in the electorate.

Melissa Mantle
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Nearly 1 in 4 Bradfield voters planning to change the way they vote this election

Nearly 1 in 4 Bradfield voters planning to change the way they vote this election

Both independent candidates and minor parties will look to benefit from this shift at the election on May 3

Archie Milligan