| Economists' open letter backs fiscal stimulus More than 50 economists have signed an open letter backing Labor's fiscal stimulus, after claims by the Coalition and in the media that the stimulus played no role in fighting recession. abc.net.au |
Taliban kill 30 security guards: Afghan police Afghan police say 30 security guards have been killed in a day-long clash with Taliban fighters in one of the most volatile regions of the war-ravaged country. abc.net.au |
Mental health seen as key to better Indigenous outcomes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice Commissioner Mick Gooda says improving standards of mental health will be crucial in closing the gap in Indigenous life expectancy. abc.net.au |
Newlyweds win $20m in OZ Lotto BETTER late than never. That's the motto for a newly married Sydney couple who discovered they've won a cool $20 million. heraldsun.com.au |
Rugby's Best Wear Nothing but Black In sweeping its tour of Britain and Ireland, New Zealand proved that it was the team to beat going into next year's World Cup. nytimes.com |