| Teen sailor edges close to the equator TEENAGER Jessica Watson is on course to tick off her first major milestone in her solo circumnavigation of the world when she crosses the equator next week, exactly a month after leaving Sydney. news.com.au |
Apology for 500,000 Forgotten Australians The Federal Government says today's national apology to the Forgotten Australians and former child migrants marks a significant step forward in the healing process. abc.net.au |
Rich robbed for battlers' tax cuts MILLIONS on welfare will get incentives to work longer and the rich face the loss of tax breaks. news.com.au |
Buildings damaged as Laurence charges inland Emergency crews will have to wait until daybreak to determine the extent of the damage caused by Cyclone Laurence on Western Australia's north-west coast. abc.net.au |
Garrett rejects tougher checks on logging The Federal Government has rejected some of the recommendations from a review of national environment laws. abc.net.au |