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Kava ban lifted in Canberra

Health officials in the Australian Capital Territory have granted a three day exemption on the use of kava, for the duration of a multicultural festival in Canberra.

The Maldives' new defence minister vows to punish rioters

The Maldives' new defence minister has vowed to punish those responsible for violence on the islands this week, describing the destruction as "acts of terrorism.

Federal eye on hospitals

NEW federal Health Minister Tanya Plibersek has vowed to scrutinise State Government spending of Commonwealth funds.

Greens flag more flexible work hours

8:46AMAAP THE Australian Greens are planning to introduce legislation that would give workers the right to request a change to their work hours.

Brekkie chocs for weight loss

GOOD news chocoholics - eating chocolate cake for breakfast will help you lose weight and keep it off.

Praise for offer of land

LEO Foley says the offer of a block of land gave the Lenah Valley community something to work with.

Tax scam lacks ring of truth

AN astute Taroona grandmother has laughed off scammers who tried to take her money.

Greens plan for more flexible work hours

THE Australian Greens are planning to introduce legislation that would give workers the right to more flexible hours.

US Powerball jackpot rises to $310 million

THE US Powerball jackpot climbed to $310 million today after no one claimed the grand prize in Wednesday night's drawing.

Cyclist dies after being hit by car

A FEMALE cyclist has been killed while going for an early morning ride northwest of Melbourne.

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