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How the trial of accused mushroom killer Erin Patterson will be run

The triple-murder trial of Erin Patterson over an allegedly poisonous mushroom meal starts on Tuesday in the regional Victorian town of Morwell.
A woman with a 7 News microphone in front of her face.

Source: ABC NewsTopic: Courts

Greenland strengthens ties with Denmark amid Trump's interest in controlling territory

Greenland's new prime minister visits Denmark following months of tension over the US president's repeated declarations that the territory should become part of the United States.
Green PM Jens-Frederik Nielsen and Danish PM Mette Frederiksen smile

Source: ABC NewsTopic: World Politics

Where do the major parties stand on climate? Turns out they’re worlds apart

As the election campaign draws to a close, it's safe to say both major parties have been quiet on climate change. While Labor policies have made some progress to decarbonise, the Coalition threatens to scrap or weaken them. 
An illustration of climate change for the Australian Federal Election 2025.
Duration: 9 minutes 6 seconds

Source: ABC NewsTopic: Climate Change

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'I didn't know any white people': Growing up in Australia as a cross-cultural kid

Kevin Han and Muna Hamid were born in Australia to migrant families but they had very different childhoods. Now as adults, they reflect on their identity-shaping experiences and share the struggles and strengths of their upbringings.
An Asian man and a South Asian woman

Source: ABC NewsTopic: Multiculturalism

Finland: Mad prepper nation or a role model for all small to medium democracies

As the world becomes an increasingly dangerous and uncertain place – how prepared are we in Australia to face these new challenges?  This week on Rear Vision the story of one nation that take security and preparedness very seriously – Finland.  
NATO Forces Heinujarvi, Finland
Duration: 28 minutes 56 seconds

Source: ListenTopic: World

Floods washed away this town and it may not survive

There is an unshakeable spirit in this historic Queensland town — and it's not the first time it's almost been wiped off the map by floods.
A hole filled with brown water infront of a blue house.

Source: ABC Western QldTopic: Regional Communities

'Work needed' in making parenting rooms more accessible at AFL stadiums

After the wife of an Essendon star posted about her difficulty in finding a parenting room at the MCG, experts say more work needs to be done in making the rooms more accessible.
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Source: ABC NewsTopic: Women

Different kind of grief — what true crime podcasts often overlook

For years, psychologist Patricia Harney avoided true crime podcasts and documentaries. They hit too close to home. Recently she's been testing the waters, and noticing these whodunnit shows often leave out a crucial element of the story.
A lit candle in the dark.
Duration: 29 minutes 56 seconds

Source: ListenTopic: Crime

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Federal election 2025

Here's the state of play in dozens of seats that could decide the election

While there is broad agreement that Peter Dutton has a narrower path to victory than Anthony Albanese, campaigners are bracing for the unexpected.
Peter Dutton and Anthony Albanese smiling on rainbow background.

Source: ABC NewsTopic: Elections

Coalition puts EV drivers on notice over road use tax

Bridget McKenzie says the Coalition believes in principle that electric vehicle drivers should pay a road use charge and will consider one in government, while insisting it will not be a "tax". 
Dutton McKenzie winery

Source: ABC NewsTopic: Electric Vehicles

Major parties have pledged tax relief. Calculate what it means for you

Both Labor and the Coalition have announced tax concessions ahead of polling day on May 3. Here's how much you could potentially save under Labor or the Coalition. 
A woman in yellow jumper holding shopping bag faces a supermarket shelf full of colourful wrapped foods.

Source: ABC NewsTopic: Tax

Queensland's Greens seats 'now in play' after popularity surge in 2022

After the Greens took over three new seats in Queensland's south-east in 2022, political analysts predicted the party was headed for a "surge" in popularity.
Max Chandler-Mather handing out how-to-vote cards.

Source: StatelineTopic: Elections

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