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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.

Tommy Gee's Century of Progressive Service

Discover the remarkable life of Tommy Gee, the colonial administrator who championed Ugandan education and helped double its secondary schools. Read his inspiring obituary.

New Camus Film Adaptation Divides Critics

François Ozon's bold adaptation of Camus' The Stranger sparks fresh debate about colonialism as it prepares for UK release. Discover the controversial new interpretation.

Evelyn Araluen's The Rot: Poetry of Colonial Truths

Explore Evelyn Araluen's award-winning poetry collection The Rot, a powerful examination of colonisation's legacy through fierce lyricism and tender truths. Discover this essential Australian voice.

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.

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.

Dark comedy reconstructs D'Annunzio's Yugoslavian coup

Croatian director Igor Bezinović's documentary recreates Gabriele D'Annunzio's 1919 takeover of Fiume using local residents. Screening in UK cinemas from November 28. Discover this chilling proto-fascist story.

James Blunt's Chelsea Pub: A Posh Local Gem

Explore The Fox & Pheasant, James Blunt's high-end Chelsea pub. Discover its haunted history, celebrity owner, and surprising gourmet menu that goes beyond traditional pub fare.

London's Confusing Postcode System Explained

Discover the historical reasons behind London's baffling postcode system, why S and NE are missing, and how a Victorian novelist shaped the city's addresses. Uncover the secrets of the capital's postcodes.

Elspeth King: A Tribute to a Pioneering Curator

Remembering Elspeth King, the visionary museum director who transformed Glasgow's People's Palace into a vibrant record of working-class life and championed Scotland's feminist history.

Rare Spanish Armada astrolabe returns to Scilly

The Pednathise Head astrolabe, a rare 16th-century navigation instrument lost for centuries, has completed its global journey back to the Isles of Scilly. Discover its remarkable story.

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