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80 years ago the Second World War officially ended after the Allies gleaned victory in the Pacific. Find out what commemorations are planned for the anniversary this year.
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Victory in the Pacific marked by multi day festivities
80 years ago the Second World War officially ended after the Allies gleaned victory in the Pacific. Find out what commemorations are planned for the anniversary this year.
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Warehouse employee’s horrific sexual abuse of 11-year-old boy
A 25-year-old man who delayed his court case for two years, took off his shirt and threw it on the court floor as the details of how he groomed and raped his younger cousin were re...
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Fly-in fly-out rapid response police squads locked in for five years
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Former Cape York Land Council CEO on fraud charges
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Met Gala: Who is set to hit red carpet on fashion’s hottest night
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Littlest royals steal the show at VE Day 80th anniversary
Prince Louis always loved a good Red Arrows fly-past. The young royals turned on the charm as they joined William, Kate, Charles and Camilla to commemorate the end of WWII. See pho...
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In film The Wizard of Oz, which character does Dorothy meet first?
The Chase Australia’s official Shark, Brydon Coverdale, has created a new daily quiz challenge. Test yourself.
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