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'Mugshots' before they were forced off Country are the only photos of Florence's grandparents

It's this history Florence Onus will share at Queensland's truth-telling inquiry when community sessions begin next month. WARNING: This story contains images of Indigenous people who have died, which have been provided by family for the purpose of truth-telling and healing.
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Major IVF clinic accused of using the wrong sperm asked to destroy thousands of samples

An audit of Queensland Fertility Group semen samples frozen before 2020 found thousands to be at high risk of misidentification because of a lack of double witnessing, a report by the state's health ombudsman says.
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perspective:How a stint at a US college fraternity helped me embrace my true self

AJ Lamarque didn't expect to join a fraternity on a US university exchange. The crash course in male friendship taught him a great lesson — and led to a new life in Australia.
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Choking during sex can cause brain injuries but many young Australians are taking up the act

Non-fatal strangulation, or choking during sex, is becoming mainstream among young people in Australia — fuelled by pornography and popular culture. It's prompted concerns that those engaging in the practice are not aware of the serious health risks.
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New research shows how intervention could protect children from DV-related deaths

The first study tracking the murder of children by parents in domestic violence situations is released.
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Advocates say child protection 'destroys families and communities' in northern WA with system built to fail

Legal and social groups say housing shortages and diminished services mean the child protection system is failing the people it is meant to protect.
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AFL legend David Parkin and his first students — a connection that’s endured for 60 years

Four-time AFL premiership coach David Parkin is known for his football success, but off the field he forged friendships with his former grade-three students that has endured since 1964 and inspired them to aim high. 
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This couple rewrote their marriage rules so they could see other people. Then they had to tell the kids

When Molly Roden Winter and her husband first dabbled in non-monogamy, it felt dangerous and exciting. They've now had an open marriage for over a decade, and it hasn't been without challenges. Telling the kids was one of them.
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Princess Kate's candid portraits give rare view of royal family life

Catherine, Princess of Wales is no stranger to getting behind the camera. Here are some of her photos that give a rare peek into the lives of the royal family.
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Rebecca found moving to Australia challenging in the 1980s. Now she helps other Filipinos find their feet

Soon after arriving, Rebecca Macdonald knew she needed to "find some Filipinos" to help her settle into her new home. At 78 years old, she is paying forward their kindness.
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These women want to be sterilised — they have to fight the law, their country, family and history

Women in Japan face a $4,800 fine if they have a sterilisation procedure without their spouse's consent, but there is now a fight to have that changed.
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Has marriage become outdated in 2024? These Australians think so

From having babies on their own to choosing to be single, these Australians believe life isn't necessarily easier — or better — with a partner.
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'Convenient and effective': A new dating trend is taking off in China

Many young people in China are using live-streamed blind dates — with sometimes hundreds of people watching — to meet potential partners. 
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Why Dallas gave up the glamorous city life to happily return to her family's sheep farm

Dallas Davidson grew up as a farm girl, but in her heart she dreamt of Oscar nominations and red carpet walks. Now she juggles both, hosting camera crews to film everything from country music videos to science fiction movies.
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Scathing assessments of NSW child protection system

The Auditor General found the system to be inefficient, ineffective and unsustainable.
Child Protection, Damning Reports: A child holding her knees.
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Baby girl found in east London, related to two other abandoned babies

The baby girl named Elsa, was found in a shopping bag in January. A search is underway to locate the mother and provide support to her.
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Rupa had to care for her dying mother from another country. Here's how she did it

When Sydney resident Rupa Parthasarathy's mother became ill in India, she couldn't be there in person. It was the beginning of her transnational carer journey, one that's brought challenges and rewards.
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'Not now, not ever': Readers share their feelings about unannounced guests

It was once a common way of staying in touch, but after we explored the etiquette of an unannounced visit, opinions were divided. This is what you had to say.
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'I feel like I've failed': The psychological toll of the rental crisis

The rental crisis not only brings you down, but research suggests it can affect your very sense of self and decisions you make.
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Gone early Monday, back late Friday: Being married to a truck driver can be lonely

Families of truck drivers worry every time they hear of a crash. Recent high-profile accidents on Australian roads involving heavy vehicles have highlighted concerns about the safety of the transport industry. 
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Vulnerable families want to access more child care but can't. Experts say there's a simple solution

Early education can have a huge impact on a child's path in life, but some kids are missing out. These experts say that needs to change, and they know how to do it.
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Young mother desperate to reunite with son after more than 50 rental rejections

This mother moved an hour to secure work but she cannot relocate her son until she gets a rental property. She's applied for 58. 
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Potential baby crisis threatens global economy

Demographers warn a trend of declining birth rates around the world could lead to a baby crisis in the near future.
Declining Birth Rates, Likely Baby Crisis: A close-up picture of a baby's feet.
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Would you use these conversation starters? A new consent campaign targeting parents wants you to

Ads on social media, billboards and television will direct parents towards a new website.
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Jessica has 19 siblings but believes there may be more. She hopes a donor register will make them easier to find

A registry of sperm and egg donors, proposed in a government bill, could help children conceived in the last 50 years learn where they came from.
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