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Driver licence changes: Proposal to remove 2nd practical driving test
Raft of proposed changes includes dropping one of the two practical tests and reducing the number of eyesight tests.

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Australian prime minister Anthony Albanese's party launches election campaign
His government has pledged that if re-elected, it would guarantee part of a first-home buyer's home loan.

Fielding bystanders rescue police officer in 'dangerous situation'
With her colleagues still several minutes away, police said the lone officer was approached by an "aggressive person".

Phoenix’s faint A-League Women playoff hopes crushed by Canberra
A first-half goal for the home team at McKellar Park ensured the Wellington Phoenix women won’t be playing playoff football in 2025.

Exclusive: Polkinghrone describes Polk doco series as ‘tabloid clickbait’ and claims he was misled
In a three-page statement sent to Stuff, Philip Polkinghorne claims he was misled by some involved in the documentary.

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