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The Australian share market plunged almost 3 per cent in the first hour of trading after a debt scare in Dubai sent shockwaves through European markets. Full Article at ABC Online
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Mr Bartlett says MCain has refused to extend the time frame for closing the Smithton factory. (ABC News: Michael Brooks) A bid by Tasmania's Premier in Melbourne today to save the McCain factory has failed. Full Article at ABC Online
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Fashion designer Tommy Hilfiger's luxury estate in the US state of Connecticut has sold for $20 million - about $8 million below its original asking price. Full Article at ABC Online
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The Coffs Harbour City Council will take out $6 million in loans to fast track flood mitigation works. The council has put together a nine-point plan to help ease the effects of flooding on the city's residents, businesses and infrastructure. Full Article at ABC Online
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The Coffs Harbour council last night voted to introduce paid parking at the regional airport from next April. The council owned airport is the only major airport on the east coast that offers free parking for visitors. Full Article at ABC Online
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A report tabled in the WA parliament has revealed many public servants are still afraid to act as whistleblowers. Full Article at ABC Online
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Robert Cock says the CCC should not be restricted to investigating incidents involving public officers. Full Article at ABC Online
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A 42-year-old man has been charged with assault occasioning actual bodily harm after allegedly injuring a female prosecutor in the ACT Supreme Court. Full Article at ABC Online
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A man has suffered minor injuries in a shooting, following a fight at Maribyrnong, in Melbourne's north-west. The 38-year-old man was sitting in a van when the shot was fired through the driver's side window. Luckily, only the window was smashed. Full Article at ABC Online
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Climate change is at the top of Prime Minister Kevin Rudd's agenda for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Trinidad and Tobago. Full Article at ABC Online
