Source: http://news.ninemsn.com.au/national/8397028/rbt-big-step-to-cut-road-death-toll
Saturday, December 31, 2011
Food for thought
Reducing your calorie intake could protect the brain from the ravages of old age.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Corruption still Indonesia's big shame
Despite great leaps forward, Indonesia is still plagued with problems of corruption and terrorism.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/politics/article.aspx?id=701370&vId=
Melbourne's New Year - it'll be gold
FINE weather is expected to draw half a million people to Melbourne's city centre for a spectacular golden fireworks display on New Year's Eve.
In Bed With Phillip
Phillip Adams picks out the best and most memorable interviews from 20 years of Late Night Live.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Fraser rules out tilt at Canberra
DEPUTY Premier Andrew Fraser has dismissed rumours he is preparing for a tilt at Canberra if he loses his seat at the state election.
Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/newscomauqldndm/~3/xy-CetbF4e4/story-e6freon6-1226234081730
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Samoa skips a day, aligns with Australia
Samoans have marked the moment when the Pacific Island country shifted west of the International Date Line.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/topstories/article.aspx?id=702374&vId=2957776
US Republican candidates in two tiers
The volatile struggle for votes in Tuesday's US Republican presidential caucuses has continued in Iowa.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/topstories/article.aspx?id=702230&vId=
Australian dollar lifts on RBA minutes
Local currency rises to near parity with greenback. 20 Dec 2011 8:22 AM
Friday, December 30, 2011
Memories past
Students from Merriwa High School visited a local aged care facility to hear stories of life and love.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Italian debt auction fears send $A lower
Markets concerned about outcome of second auction. 29 Dec 2011 8:48 AM
Lemon and yoghurt cake
A citrus and Greek yoghurt chocolate cake, ideal for Australia's Biggest Morning Tea bake.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Classic Season
Enjoy the festive sounds of Christmas with an Australian flavour via digital radio and an online stream.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Giddings faces uphill battle in 2012
Tasmanian Premier Lara Giddings must revive the government's and her own disastrous polling numbers.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/politics/article.aspx?id=701365&vId=
Brand files for divorce from Perry
Russell Brand has filed for divorce from Katy Perry after spending Christmas 7,000 miles apart in Hawaii.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=702288&vId=
Rudd 'deeply sorry' for insulation deaths
PRIME Minister Kevin Rudd says he is deeply sorry about the deaths of installers working on the Federal Government's home insulation program.
Source: http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,27044974-5007133,00.html?from=public_rss
Tainted thanksgiving
Can our thanksgiving ever be motivated by anything other than self-interest?
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Aust stocks fall, end year 15% lower
Soft session marks the end of a tough year for equities. 30 Dec 2011 9:54 AM
A lifeline for the US middle class
American growth goes hand-in-hand with middle class prosperity, but Washington is on the wrong track to sustain both. 30 Dec 2011 5:39 PM
Waiting for a US-China explosion
The Chinese and US financial systems will be upset by Europe's debt woes in 2012 and as the economic stress rises, expect a showdown between the world's two biggest economies. 28 Dec 2011 3:30 PM
It's A Wonderful Life
Review: James Stewart's favourite film has become a Christmas time cult classic.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Thursday, December 29, 2011
Gary Johnson launches White House bid
Former New Mexico governor Gary Johnson has launched a long-shot, third-party bid for the White House.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/politics/article.aspx?id=701652&vId=
Review: Apple's iPhone 4S
Extra grunt, a spruced up camera and the ability to talk back.
Source: http://www.itnews.com.au/Review/277371,review-apples-iphone-4s.aspx
2011 - a 'horrible year' for elephants
Large seizures of elephant tusks make this year the worst on record since ivory sales were banned in 1989.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/eco/article.aspx?id=701990&vId=
Press Council finds News Limited misled over NBN
Three articles judged “inaccurate” and “misleading”.
Source: http://www.itnews.com.au/News/285272,press-council-finds-news-limited-misled-over-nbn.aspx
Aust man sought over asylum boat tragedy
Australian man accused of involvement with organisers of the overloaded asylum boat that sank off Java.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/topstories/article.aspx?id=701848&vId=2954184
Big swells continue for another day
A number of beaches on the New South Wales coast will continue to be closed today because of big swells.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/eco/article.aspx?id=701000&vId=
Chiltern bedazzled
This pituresque country town entertains visitors with its spectacular Christmas lights display.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Smuggled caviar found in Russian morgue
POLICE have discovered a huge stash of contraband caviar stored in a hospital morgue freezer alongside dead bodies in Saint Petersburg.
Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/newscomaubreakingndm/~3/geq5dTNe_4Y/story-e6frfku0-1226232970584
Will Smith branded 'egomaniac'
Will Smith has been branded an 'egomaniac' by former 'Fresh Prince of Bel Air' co-star Janet Hubert.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=701510&vId=
Priest brawl erupts in Bethlehem
A brawl has erupted between rival clergymen participating in an annual cleaning ritual at Jesus' birthplace.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/topstories/article.aspx?id=701582&vId=2952692
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Darwin on cyclone watch over Christmas
Darwin is on cyclone watch as an intense tropical low continues to develop off the Northern Territory coast.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/eco/article.aspx?id=699841&vId=2940879
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
Dolphin pod spotted near North Narrabeen
A large pod of dolphins was spotted swimming by North Narrabeen on Thursday.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/eco/article.aspx?id=699409&vId=
Hackers could shut down train lines: expert
GSM hacking could have bigger consequences than mobile telephony.
Source: http://www.itnews.com.au/News/285482,hackers-could-shut-down-train-lines-expert.aspx
Classic Season
Enjoy the festive sounds of Christmas with an Australian flavour via digital radio and an online stream.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Plenty of budget fat left to cut
The good news about today's MYEFO is its acknowledgement of our economic vulnerability. The bad news is it is still far too optimistic about future revenues. 30 Nov 2011 10:00 AM
Race win in doubt
LOYAL to learn this morning if its Sydney Hobart win stands |
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Gaddafi family 'will destabilise Libya'
The NTC has warnded that the surviving children of Muammar Gaddafi are determined to destabilise Libya.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/politics/article.aspx?id=700467&vId=
Woman drowns after charter boat capsizes
THE body of a missing tourist has been found after her boat overturned in severe storms at The Whitsundays.
Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/newscomauqldndm/~3/2H3veMv_0Tc/story-e6freoof-1226231388000
PM pledges $30m for Adelaide Oval
The PM says the govt will provide $30 million towards the redevelopment of Adelaide Oval.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/politics/article.aspx?id=701314&vId=
Matthew McConaughey engaged
Matthew McConaughey has gotten engaged to Camila Alves over Christmas.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=701119&vId=
Baz Luhrmann injured on Gatsby set
Baz Luhrmann has been injured on the set of 'The Great Gatsby'.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=701122&vId=
Hackers attack U.S. security think tank
Stratfor compromised, Anonymous claims responsibility.
Source: http://www.itnews.com.au/News/285423,hackers-attack-us-security-think-tank.aspx
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Second white kiwi arrives
A second, rare white kiwi has hatched in captivity in NZ just months after the first.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/eco/article.aspx?id=699649&vId=2939761
Rayman Origins
Review: A platforming hero returns to the side-scrolling stunts of his 2D roots.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Australian dollar lifts in quiet trade
Local unit remains above parity with US counterpart. 28 Dec 2011 7:52 AM
Asian markets lower in quiet holiday trade
Markets expected to be cautious through end of year. 27 Dec 2011 8:12 AM
Navalny to challenge Putin in polls
The leader of Russia's protest movement says he would be ready to take on Vladimir Putin in fair elections.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/topstories/article.aspx?id=701168&vId=2950204
Man behind the iPod
The late and great Steve Jobs revolutionised both the computing and the music industries.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Honda scraps flooded cars in Thailand
Japanese carmaker Honda has begun destroying more than 1000 cars in Thailand.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/businessnews/article.aspx?id=701105&vId=
Japan's nuclear response failed, report
Japan's response to the nuclear crisis that followed the March 11 tsunami was confused, a report revealed.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/topstories/article.aspx?id=700930&vId=2948669
Baz Luhrmann injured on Gatsby set
Baz Luhrmann has been injured on the set of 'The Great Gatsby'.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=701122&vId=
Unions target Abbott with 'never again'
UNIONS are targeting Opposition Leader Tony Abbott in an advertising campaign attacking the former Government's industrial relations policies.
Source: http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,27044566-5007133,00.html?from=public_rss
Exporters may see relief from lower $A: Evans
Westpac chief economist sees dollar at 93 cents by mid-2012. 15 Dec 2011 5:13 PM
Monday, December 26, 2011
UN cuts budget amid global downturn
Move is only second such decision in 50 years. 27 Dec 2011 7:01 AM
Norfolk Island cheese
Emily Ryves has started Norfolk island's very first goat dairy business.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Dear Leader departed
A look back at the life of one of the world's most cunning and cruel despots.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Retail, banks and property face scrutiny
ASIC tipped to target sectors most exposed to economy. 23 Dec 2011 3:30 PM
13 dead in truck in Mexico drug war
Mexican troops have found 13 bodies in a truck, in the latest violence between warring drug cartels.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/topstories/article.aspx?id=700845&vId=
Norfolk Island cheese
Emily Ryves has started Norfolk island's very first goat dairy business.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
HMAS Parramatta completes Patrol One in the MEAO - Department of Defence
HMAS Parramatta recently concluded a six-night visit to the Jordanian port of Aqaba, the Parramatta 's first patrol since arriving in the Middle East Area of Operations (MEAO). HMAS Parramatta conducted operations throughout the MEAO, before conducting an operational visit to Bahrain 25-29 October. HMAS Parramatta is currently deployed to the MEAO as part of Operation SLIPPER and under the CMF, which is responsible for maritime security operations in the Gulf region, the maritime environment around the Horn of Africa, and counter piracy/terrorism operations in the Gulf of Aden.
Source: http://www.defence.gov.au/defencenews/stories/2011/dec/1223.htm
Melanie Amaro crowned US X Factor winner
Simon Cowell's protege Melanie Amaro has been crowned the first winner of the US 'X Factor'.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=700156&vId=
Mauboy visits indigenous kids for Xmas
Australian Idol winner Jessica Mauboy has visited indigenous communities on the Nullarbor for Christmas.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=700405&vId=2944672
Dad banned from making kids eat
A NSW court has ordered a father to stop pressuring his daughter over school reports and eating habits.
Source: http://news.ninemsn.com.au/national/8395058/father-banned-from-asking-daughter-about-school
Porsche the pig
On a little farm in the Hunter Valley there lives a big fan of ABC cricket.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Sunday, December 25, 2011
Meldrum off life support and talking
Music guru Molly Meldrum is off life support and has spoken for the first time since he fell 11 days ago.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/topstories/article.aspx?id=700744&vId=
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Aust stocks close 1.17% lower
Local market dips after mixed ECB liquidity reaction. 22 Dec 2011 4:19 PM
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Castaway connection
After a month lost at sea, two Kiribati fishermen washed up on a small island to discover long-lost relatives.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
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Road to recovery
Massive clean-up effort begins in storm-wrecked Melbourne
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Source: http://news.ninemsn.com.au/national/8394970/ses-calls-for-reinforcements
Paying dime to do time
Prison beds and meals don't come cheap for Californian criminals being asked to pay a service fee.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Family folklore
Christmas is often a time of retelling stories that may be uplifting, humorous or painfully embarrassing.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
North Korea again warns the south
North Korea has lashed out at South Korea for a perceived lack of respect towards Kim Jong-Il.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/topstories/article.aspx?id=700535&vId=2945618
Cherries on track for Christmas season
Adelaide cherry growers are relieved their crops have escaped serious damage despite recent storms.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/eco/article.aspx?id=698512&vId=2931935
Protocol Amending the Australia-India Tax Treaty
The Governments of Australia and India have signed a Protocol amending the Agreement between the Government of Australia and the Government of the Republic of India for the Avoidance of Double Taxation and the Prevention of Fiscal Evasion with Respect to Taxes on Income , which was signed in 1991. Under the updated arrangements:.
Source: http://www.treasury.gov.au/contentitem.asp?NavId=&ContentID=2286
Libyan economy minister resigns
Libya's new leaders say the economy minister has resigned after protests demanding his resignation.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/businessnews/article.aspx?id=700382&vId=
Events of 2011
John Clarke and Bryan Dawe put their unique spin on the big political stories of the year.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Saturday, December 24, 2011
Cyclone winds lashing Northern Territory
TROPICAL Cyclone Grant is bringing winds up to 110 km/h to the Cobourg Peninsula in the Northern Territory and residents are being warned of dangerous storm tides when it crosses the coast.
Christmas number one
Wives and girlfriends of British soldiers serving in Afghanistan are on top of the festive season pop charts.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Quakes won't impact rebuild budget, Key
NZ PM John Key says the continuing aftershocks in Christchurch are not expected to blow the govt's budget.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/topstories/article.aspx?id=700308&vId=
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I almost died, says George Michael
George Michael fought back tears as he conceded he had almost died after contracting severe pneumonia.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=700258&vId=
Tom Cruise spends-up big for Suri
Tom Cruise has splashed out $5,000 to rent an ice skating rink for his daughter.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=700380&vId=
Moving on
All the big changes in our lives, whether or not we choose them ourselves, involve some grief.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Worried banks stash money with ECB
Rise in deposits signals weak interbank lending. 23 Dec 2011 12:17 PM
Whooping cough warning
Adults are being urged to get vaccinated to protect those most at risk from the disease.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Theron says she's desperate for sleep
Actress Charlize Theron says she is 'desperate' for some sleep - because her life is so busy.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=699792&vId=
US cities declare bankruptcy crisis
Major cities across the US are declaring themselves bankrupt in the face of debts and declining revenues.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/businessnews/article.aspx?id=699747&vId=2940310
Message in a bottle
The anti-addiction drug naltrexone is being touted as a treatment for problem gamblers.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Friday, December 23, 2011
Canada, Australia hunt for rare earths
Hopes are high for major finds of rare earths in Canada, the US and Australia.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/eco/article.aspx?id=699315&vId=
Katie Price godmother to friend's baby
Katie Price says she's 'over the moon' after being asked to be godmother to her friend's baby.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=700153&vId=
Motorola found to have infringed Microsoft patent
Most of Microsoft's other complaints dismissed.
Source: http://www.itnews.com.au/News/285254,motorola-found-to-have-infringed-microsoft-patent.aspx
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European markets enjoy Christmas bounce
European stocks have risen on the last trading day before the Christmas break.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/businessnews/article.aspx?id=700104&vId=
Review: Nokia N9 MeeGo smartphone
A glimpse at greatness finally arrives for Nokia, but is it too late?
Source: http://www.itnews.com.au/Review/277163,review-nokia-n9-meego-smartphone.aspx
Dolphin pod spotted near North Narrabeen
A large pod of dolphins was spotted swimming by North Narrabeen on Thursday.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/eco/article.aspx?id=699409&vId=
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Dolphin pod spotted near North Narrabeen
A large pod of dolphins was spotted swimming by North Narrabeen on Thursday.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/eco/article.aspx?id=699409&vId=
Aussies want UNESCO to end reef dredging
Almost 75,000 signed a petition for UNESCO to intervene in stopping dredging in the Great Barrier Reef.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/eco/article.aspx?id=696346&vId=
Tablets take hold
The rise of tablet computers and the passing of Steve Jobs were among the biggest tech stories of 2011.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Thursday, December 22, 2011
Sydney's west tipped as prime airport site
Task force identifies site for city's second international airport. 22 Dec 2011 8:48 AM
Cruise swapped childcare tips with Pegg
Tom Cruise and Simon Pegg shared child care tips on the set of 'Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol'.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=699154&vId=
Top CSIRO boffin turns to military role
AUSTRALIA'S new chief defence scientist is Dr Alexander Zelinsky, an expert in information technology with the CSIRO.
Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/newscomaubreakingndm/~3/HiiIF_ZZK7U/story-e6frfku0-1226229344312
Road accidents causing traffic woes
CAR accidents and downed boom gates are causing traffic woes in Brisbane.
Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/newscomauqldndm/~3/64ym_5PSHFg/story-e6freoof-1226229082245
Chris Martin chose Fry for Sherlock
Coldplay's Chris Martin suggested Stephen Fry for a role in 'Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows'.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=699151&vId=
Forbidden photography
A defiant schoolboy with a box brownie captured this iconic image of German occupation on the Channel Islands.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Speaking Aboriginal English
Aboriginal English is a distinct Indigenous form rather than a variation on Australian English.
Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/
Storms, big swells likely for Christmas
Weather forecasters are predicting a mixed bag of weather conditions over Australia this Christmas.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/topstories/article.aspx?id=699648&vId=2939746
Butler cheats death in surfing stunt
Gerard Butler was rushed to hospital after cheating death by seconds in a surfing stunt on Sunday.
Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=698803&vId=
Asian markets rise on US, EU data
Dealers overcome North Korean angst. 21 Dec 2011 8:10 AM
Source: http://www.businessspectator.com.au/bs.nsf/Article/Asian-markets-rise-PRF9F?opendocument&src=idp
Labor okays Nauru for offshore pact
LABOR will talk to Nauru about reopening a processing centre there if the coalition agrees to pass amendments to the Migration Act.
