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Abby Lee Miller founded the world-renowned Abby Lee Dance Company at the age of 14. Since then, her competition teams have been highly awarded in the competition circuit; from State, Regional, and National titles year after year. ALDC Alumni perform professionally on major box office blockbuster films, television shows, worldwide theme parks, Radio City Music Hall, and Broadway shows. Some of her most notable students became household names, after appearing on her reality television series " ...
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RN Breakfast daily stories separated out for easy listening. RN Breakfast is the program informed Australians wake up to. Start each day with comprehensive coverage and analysis of national and international events, and hear interviews with the people who matter today—along with those who'll be making news tomorrow.
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Deep dives on the art of seam'nship. Technical discussions and lessons learned from all aspects of sailing, from leadership & preparation to sail trim, navigation and more. Hosted by professional skippers Andy Schell, Nikki Henderson & August Sandberg. Produced by 59º North Sailing. A podcast about leadership, sailing & seam'nship.
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Author and poet Nam Le performs an extract of 'Quilting the Armour' for ABC RN Breakfast.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Tony Gustavsson's reign as Matildas head coach has come to an end after the team failed to advance from the group stage at the Paris Olympics. The Swede helped guide the Matildas to a historic fourth placed finish at last year's FIFA World Cup in Australia.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Maggie Dent's new book on navigating teenhood
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Navigating parenting a teenager is full of highs and lows. It can be exhilarating, unpredictable and occasionally terrifying, as teenagers oscillate wildly between childhood whims and adult aspirations. But what if there was a playbook to help chart the course through the tumult of the teenage years? Guest:Maggie Dent…
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How do plants develop prickles? - Science and brainteaser with Dr Jonathan Webb
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A paper in the journal Science today reveals our clearest picture yet of how plants develop prickles. It also might shed light on precisely how they can be bred out of plants that we humans like cultivate. And National Science Week is coming up, with RN exploring the night sky - and the issue of light pollutionGuest: Dr Jonathan Webb, ABC Science E…
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One of the men accused of masterminding the September 11 terror attacks has agreed to plead guilty, in order to avoid the death penalty. Terry Strada's husband was working in the World Trade Centre on September 11, 2001 and was tragically killed, she says she's "dissapointed" when she heard the news and she wanted the three men responsible to face …
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Swimming gold, bronze in the walk and Gustavsson gone - Olympics with Warwick Hadfield
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It's gold and bronze medals for Australia, as the Matildas part company with coach Tony Gustavsson. In swimming, the Australian women including Ariane Titmus and Mollie O'Callaghan were contesting the 4 by 200 metres relay this morning … how did they go?Sports commentator and RN Breakfast legend, Warwick Hadfield brings the latest news from the wor…
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Reshuffle, inflation data, interest rates and Garma - Politics with David Speers and Samantha Maiden
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Political Editor for news.com.au Samantha Maiden and ABC Political lead and host of Insiders on ABC TV David Speers join RN Breakfast to discuss the latest developments in federal politics. Guest: David Speers, Samantha MaidenBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Leaders of the embattled consultancy firm Price Waterhouse Coopers will face another grilling, as they're hauled back before a parliamentary committee to face fresh questions. Labor Senator Deborah O'Neill says greater transparency and accountability to tax-payers is needed. Guest: Labor Senator Deborah O'Neill Chair of The Joint Standing Committee…
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'Real opportunity': Disability RC Chair reacts to govt response
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Disability advocates have reacted with dismay to the Government's official response to the Disability Royal Commission, after the federal government accepted just 13 of the report's 222 recommendations in full. But the Chair of the Royal Commission, Ronald Sackville told RN Breakfast that "transformative change doesn't happen overnight", and sugges…
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Skin cancer is the most diagnosed cancer in Australia and in recent years the country has become a world leader in treating people with melanoma. But a new study has discovered that in the last 20 years, deaths from a high risk form of non-melanoma skin cancer have doubled. Guest: Associate Professor Andrew Dettrick, Sunshine Coast University Hospi…
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Republican backlash to Trump's remarks on Harris
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Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump has been widely condemned for questioning Kamala Harris' racial identity, claiming the Vice President suddenly "became a black person." The backlash has been swift, including from within the Republican party - with many criticising the former President's comments and pushing to refocus on Kamala Harris…
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The United States and Russia have signed off on a major prisoner swap, with high profile detainees including Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich returned home. The deal will release 24 prisoners in total - 16 freed by Russia and eight sent in return from countries including the US, Slovenia, Norway and Poland. Guest:Jodie Ginsberg, Presid…
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Families of Israeli hostages say no closer to release deal
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As fears of a serious escalation of conflict in the Middle East rise, its not clear if negotiations to release Israeli hostages held in Gaza can continue. Israeli officials say Hamas militants took more than 250 hostages on October 7 when the conflict began. Guest: Yosi Shnaider, cousin of Israeli hostages…
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How the human body responds to cultural experiences
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A daring partnership is set to debut this at the TarraWarra Museum of Art in Victoria. Featuring both solo and collaborative works from two of Australia's most interesting artists, (SC)OOT(ER)ING around explores how the human body responds to cultural experiences. Guests: Susan Cohn, jeweller and artist and Eugenia Raskopolous, visual artist and ph…
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Two new films about challenging father-son relationships - Film with Jason di Rosso
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Fatherhood is a central theme in two new films out this week, 'Trap' from director M Night Shymalan and 'Ezra' which boasts an all-star cast including Robert de Niro, Rose Byrne and Bobby Cannavale. RN film critic and host of The Screen Show Jason Di Rosso joins RN Breakfast to discuss the latest in cinema.…
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Trump attacks Kamala Harris' racial identity
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Republican Nominee and former President Donald Trump, has questioned Kamala Harris's racial identity. During an appearance at the National Association of Black Journalists in Chicago, Donald Trump suggested Vice President Kamala Harris has switched racial identities from Indian to Black. Guest:Daniel Lippman, Politico reporter covering the White Ho…
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Disability community 'devastated' by RC response
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Disability advocates are furious that the government has endorsed just 13 of over 200 recommendations put forward by the Disability Royal Commission. Thousands shared harrowing experiences violence, abuse, neglect and exploitation, in the hope of significant reforms for the 4.4 million Australians with disability. Guests: Sam Connor disability advo…
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Opposition says inflation data 'not great news'
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Inflation increased by one per cent to 3.8 per cent in the June quarter, with the Treasurer Jim Chalmers saying he's confident Australia is on the final stretch of taming inflation. Shadow Minister for Finance, Jane Hume says the inflation data is "not great news" for Australian households and says the government "needs to do its fair share of the …
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Inflation data and Rex collapse a political headache - Politics with Charles Croucher
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The Treasurer says he's optimistic taming inflation is within reach, after inflation figures eased concerns about another interest rate rise next Tuesday. And Government's said its determined to work with Rex after it entered voluntary administration, but it doesn't want "to throw money" at the issue. What's it likely to offer? The Chief Political …
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With Rex Airlines administration and rolling back its offering, some are pointing the figure at Qantas, accusing the company of anti-competitive behaviour, something it has long denied. Former Chair of the ACCC, Rod Sims says that while lots of thing impacted Rex entering voluntary administration, one of the main factors was slot hoarding. He says …
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Jess Fox claims second gold and silver linings in swimming - Sport with Warwick Hadfield
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In the Olympic slalom canoeing, Jessica Fox has claimed a place in Games history unlikely to be repeated. And a silver-lining in swimming, as Australian swimmers Kyle Chalmers and Zac Stubblety-Cook have won silver medals in freestyle and breaststroke. And at the BMX bikes, another piece of history, Natalya Diehm the first Australian women to win a…
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Strategy to fight inflation is working, Treasurer says
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While headline inflation increased from 3.6 per cent in the March quarter to 3.8 per cent in the June quarter, underlying inflation declined slightly. That's welcome news for the Albanese Government, with economists predicting interest rates will be left on hold at the next RBA meeting. Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers says while inflation is "persis…
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States and Commonwealth clash over NDIS reforms
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State and Territory leaders are amplifying their lobbying efforts against the government's planned changed to the National Disability Insurance Scheme. The South Australian and Tasmanian Premiers are set to meet with NDIS Minister Bill Shorten tomorrow to urge him to push pause on the scheme's planned reforms, and say people using the NDIS could mi…
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Mixed bag of progress on Closing the Gap targets
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The latest data on the Closing the Gap targets shows while several areas are improving, rates of imprisonment and life expectancy are worsening.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Treatable health factors may reduce dementia risk
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Nearly half of dementia cases could be prevented or delayed by tackling 14 risk factors starting in childhood. International researchers have announced two more treatable risk factors, high (bad) cholesterol and vision loss and that means it is theoretically possible to prevent or delay nearly half of dementia cases. Guest: Professor David Ames, re…
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There are calls for greater regulation of artificial intelligence in the United States after the owner of social media platform X, Elon Musk, shared a video of presumptive presidential nominee Kamala Harris featuring an artificially generated imitation of her voice. Elon Musk defended the move, saying the video was satirical. Guest: Kate Crawford, …
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Nail biting wait for Matildas, after they lose to US
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Matildas have been in action in their final group game against the USA - a win or a draw would have secured their path way to the knockout stages of the Olympic tournament. The loss leaves them sweating on other results to see whether they'll remain in the tournament. Guest:Kieran Pender, Sports Writer, The Guardian…
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Iran promises revenge after Hamas leader assassinated
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The assassination of one of Hamas long term political leaders threatens to derail ceasefire negotiations in Gaza. Ismail Haniyeh was one of the founders of the Hamas and a key figure in the ceasefire talks. Iran is promising swift retribution for his killing in Tehran sparking fears in the global community Guest: Wadie Said Professor of law at the …
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Grammy Award-winning violinist tours Australia
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One of the greatest violinists in the world is returning to Australia to celebrate a very special milestone. Maxim Vengerov is heading off on a national tour to celebrate his 50th birthday, almost ten years since he last played in Australia. Guest: Maxim Vengerov, Grammy Award-winning violinistBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Calls for Australia to be 'more engaged' with Antarctica
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For decades Australia has played a significant role in Antarctica, helping maintain the continent for peace, scientific exploration, and environmental protection. An inquiry into the polar region's importance to Australia's national interests is now underway. Guest: Tony Press, Adjunct Professor, Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies - Univers…
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Will new merger rules lead to an 'oligopolies outbreak'?
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Last week the Albanese Government released draft legislation to reform Australia's merger rules and grant new powers to the ACCC. The government says the new reforms will make the merger approval system "faster, stronger, simpler, more targeted and more transparent". But multiple leading Australian venture capitalists alongside competition lawyers,…
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Collingwood grapples with racism allegations
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Collingwood Football Club is facing allegations of racism and unfair dismissal. The club's former head of First Nations strategy is seeking damages in the Federal Circuit Court. The club denies the allegations and says it has already looked into them, and found no breach of workplace law. Collingwood has not yet filed a defence to the claims - and …
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The latest report card on the prevention of violence against women shows there's been an improvement in Australians' attitudes towards gender inequality, but there's been no change to sexual violence rates. It comes as Our Watch, the national body for prevention was criticised over its current strategy which focuses on shifting problematic attitude…
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Rex Airlines in trouble and inflation data - Politics with Katina Curtis
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There is lots of focus on the Federal Government and what assistance they'll provide to Rex Airlines after it entered voluntary administration, and this is the second regional airline to enter voluntary administration this year. And new inflation data due to be released today and the Treasurer is managing expectations. Katina Curtis, Canberra burea…
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Rex failure would be 'catastrophic': Opposition
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Shadow Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Senator Bridget McKenzie says the Albanese Government needs to ensure Rex doesn't suffer the same fate as recently collapsed budget regional airline Bonza. She told RN Breakfast that she would "welcome" Transport Minister Catherine King showing her the plan, and warns the Govern…
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Murray Watt faces challenges in new portfolio
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Senator Murray Watt has taken on the Workplace Relations portfolio, following the Governments ministerial reshuffle. And he's already facing a few challenges in the portfolio, from the CFMEU to the Consumer Price Index figures for June - due today. The June CPI figures are predicted to show inflation has ticked up slightly for the June quarter, Mur…
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'In everyone's interest Rex continues': Transport Minister
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Regional Australian airline Rex has been placed in voluntary administration. The move puts hundreds of job in jeapordy, many capital city flights have been cancelled after the late night announcement - regional routes are still operating. Transport Minister Catherine King told RN Breakfast it was "in everyone's interest Rex continues". She says the…
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Yellow cockatoo rescued and protected from bird collectors
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Tweety is a yellow-tailed black cockatoo, born with a rare genetic condition that means all his black feathers are yellow. He is so rare, collectors are reported to be offering thousands of dollars for the bird. Guest: Greg Irons, Director of Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary in Tasmania.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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McKeown clinches gold and pollution derails events - Olympics with Tracey Holmes
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Australian Kaylee McKeown powering down the pool in a stunning swim to defend her Olympic 100m backstroke title. It's her fourth career Olympic gold and McKeown will get the chance to complete a 'double-double' when she defends her 200m backstroke title later this week. And a number of planned events in the River Seine, have been postponed due to p…
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How will Venezuela emerge from electoral chaos
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Protests are continuing across the Venezuela in reaction to disputed election results that returned President Nicolas Maduro to office. Rights groups say at least six people have been killed, the government says a military member is also dead.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Australians still visiting Lebanon, despite warning
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Amid escalating tension between Israel and Hezbollah, Australians have been urged to leave Lebanon immediately. And the security situation is continuing to deteriorate, with Israel launching a strike against Hezbollah in Beirut, following an attack from Lebanon on the Israeli Occupied Golan Heights over the weekend. Guest:Melissa Fakhry, Travel age…
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Israel targets Hezbollah commander in Beirut strike
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Israel has claimed responsibility for a "targeted strike" in the Lebanese capital Beirut, which it said was aimed at the Hezbollah commander responsible for Saturday's rocket attack in Israel-occupied Golan Heights - that killed 12 children. Israeli media said the target was Fuad Shukr, Hezbollah's southern military commander and a member of its se…
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The Book Signing Disaster (with Melanie Huelsman)
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Melanie Huelsman takes the seat to clear the air with Abby on that infamous book signing we all remember hearing about on Dance Moms Season 5… she also opens up about pushing her daughter Haley to be the best professional she can ever be from a super young age, what it was like competing on AUDC Season 2 and later dancing for Cathy from the Candy A…
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How this show leans into 'nepo-baby' discourse - TV with Wenlei Ma
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You can't turn a corner in Hollywood without running into a nepo-baby. But few have used their relationship to a celebrity parent as much as John Owen Lowe, the son of actor Rob Lowe. The father-and-son co-created and star in Unstable, a workplace comedy that looks at the uneasy dynamics between a famous dad and his son, drawing on their real-life …
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Venezuelans accuse President of rigged election
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In Venezuela, thousands of civilians have taken to the streets in protest - after Nicolas Maduro claimed victory in the Presidential elections, in a result that is being disputed by international observers. The government-controlled election authority announced Maduro had won with 51 per cent of the vote but many - including US Secretary of State A…
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As America hurtles towards a third election featuring Donald Trump, experts are again asking why he has such mass appeal. Part of the answer lies in the 1980s policies of Ronald Reagan, that's according to Nobel prize-winning economist Professor Joseph Stiglitz. Guest: Professor Joseph Stiglitz,By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Australia to better secure undersea internet
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Australia is moving to secure its undersea cable infrastructure, with the establishment of the Cable Connectivity and Resilience Centre. The centre was unveiled yesterday in Tokyo by Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong, at a meeting with Australia's counterparts in the Quad security group, which includes the US, Japan and India. Guest:Dr. Willi…
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New Ministers on the 'offensive' following reshuffle - Politics with Karen Middleton
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Following the Albanese Government's first Cabinet reshuffle, Ministers have been on the offensive spruiking their new portfolios and admonishing the Opposition for their criticism. And Opposition leader Peter Dutton is visiting Israel. Political Editor for the Guardian Australia Karen Middleton joins RN Breakfast to discuss the latest developments …
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Just months after budget regional airline Bonza went into voluntary administration, Rex Airlines has placed a halt on trading of the company on the stock exchange - calling in accounting firm Deloitte to help with financial services. There are concerns the airline is on the verge of collapsing, which could remove vital services for regional communi…
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Olympics update, AFL and netball news - Sport with Warwick Hadfield
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At the Paris Games, Mollie O'Callaghan and Ariarne Titmus have further taken their place in the rich history of Australia at the Olympics. While back home, in the AFL, blood on the floor at Essendon after last weekend's loss to St Kilda.In netball, the burden of favouritism not worrying the Adelaide Thunderbirds ahead of this weekend's Super Netbal…
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