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Over 100,000 Australians stranded after Middle East strikes

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More than 100-thousand Australians remain stranded across the Middle East after US and Israeli strikes on Iran over the weekend sparked widespread airspace closures. Transit passengers in Qatar have been moved into hotels indefinitely as military action escalates, leaving travellers uncertain about when they’ll be able to continue their journeys. Martin Davies is one of …

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New laws to protect intersex children in Victoria

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Victoria has passed landmark new laws to protect intersex children from unnecessary medical procedures. The reforms, will delay deferrable interventions until a young person can make their own informed decision, while introducing independent oversight of proposed treatments. Image: Image from Shutterstock Produced By: Moemina Shukur Featured In Story: Heather Corkhill – Director of Equality Australia’s …

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Patients over 50 do not know about risks of shingles

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A new global survey has found people aren’t taking action in preventing shingles. In Australia, around 44 percent of patients have never spoken about shingles with their GP. Produced By: Eduardo Jordan Featured In Story: Dr Geoff Lester First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 24 February 2026

Expert advice: do you really need surgery for endometriosis?

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Endometriosis has traditionally been diagnosed and treated through surgery, but recent research is challenging this approach. Advances in imaging and a better understanding of symptoms mean many people may not need an operation to confirm or manage the condition. The question now is: when is surgery truly beneficial, and when might it be unnecessary? Produced …

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Sydney–Newcastle speed rail plan two years from construction

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The government is moving forward with detailed planning for a high-speed rail link between Sydney and Newcastle, aiming to reduce travel time to just one hour. This major investment could transform the region’s growth, economy, and housing markets. Image: Image from Shutterstock Produced By: Moemina Shukur Featured In Story: Professor Chris Pettit – UNSW’s City …

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New Victorian law closes loophole for sexual assault survivors

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Today marks a significant step toward justice for survivors of sexual assault in Victoria. Parliament has passed the Justice Legislation Amendment Bill, a law that fixes a loophole that once stopped some survivors from holding institutions accountable or claiming compensation. Image: Photo by Bill Oxford on Unsplash Produced By: Moemina Shukur Featured In Story: Kathleen …

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Top Stories This Week: Angus Taylor has resigned as Shadow Defence Minister, prompting fresh questions about the Coalition’s frontbench stability and what the reshuffle could mean. The latest polling shows the South Australian Greens holding steady at 12 per cent support, signalling consistent backing as parties look ahead to the next state contest. A new …

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