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Socceroos secure World Cup knockout spot

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Fans celebrate as Socceroos advance to World Cup knockout rounds
The Socceroos have sealed their place in the knockout rounds of the FIFA World Cup following a goalless draw with Paraguay. Aussie fans across the globe have rejoiced at the team's advancement to the Round of 32.
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PM says criticisms of tax plans will ‘dissipate’
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says some criticism of his government's tax plan is nonsense and claims it will dissipate. The government is defending its tax proposals against public backlash.
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Islamic State bride accused of keeping a slave released on bail
Chief Magistrate Lisa Hannan found that Kawsar Ahmad, 54, an Islamic State bride accused of keeping a slave, posed manageable risk to the community despite her past support for the group. Ahmad has been released on bail with strict conditions.
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Tears as Sydney mother jailed for fatally running down abusive ex-husband
Samantha Hooker has been jailed for fatally running down her abusive ex-husband by accelerating her car towards him and mounting a curb. The case has drawn emotional responses from observers.
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