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Dannielle Maguire
Dannielle Maguire is a digital producer for the National News Desk at ABC Brisbane.
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What time do the Matildas play tonight? Get up to speed
Australia is set to play for a spot in the quarterfinals of the FIFA Women's World Cup tonight. Here's what you need to know before the Matildas run onto the pitch.
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How much tax do you have to pay for lottery winnings? It depends on what you do with it
You might have heard stories about lottery winners in the US losing a big chunk of their money to taxes. But what are the rules in Australia?
Matildas to take on Denmark next at Women's World Cup
The results from this week's matches mean the Aussies will be playing Denmark on Monday — and they'll be hitting the field in their yellow jerseys.
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We're getting two supermoons this month. Here are the dates to watch for
August is kicking off with what's known as a sturgeon supermoon and ending with a Blue Supermoon (although it won't be coloured blue). Here's what you need to know.
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What time are the Matildas playing their must-win match tonight and where can you watch it?
While it's still the first round of the FIFA Women's World Cup, the Matildas are in a do-or-die game tonight as they fight to reach the next round.
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New species of dinosaur discovered in Thailand
Researchers say the young creature, which was about the size of a dog, is "one of the best-preserved dinosaurs ever found in South-East Asia".
What the merger between retail giants Kmart and Target could mean for your weekly shopping routine
The change has been downplayed as an "internal reorganisation" that will only result in "a handful" of redundancies.
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The COVID restrictions of the past are (mostly) gone. So what's the etiquette if you've got the sniffles?
COVID-19 isn't considered a public health emergency any more. But with so much sickness going around, experts say we need to think about how we can protect others.
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Early figures from 'Barbenheimer' weekend put Barbie ahead of Oppenheimer
Two of the year's most anticipated movies came out this weekend. Early estimates from the US put Barbie ahead in the box office takings.
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A look back at the outfits Margot Robbie wore while promoting the Barbie movie
In the build-up to Thursday's release of Barbie in Australian cinemas, Margot Robbie has been doing a whole bunch of promotional events — and her outfits have not disappointed fans.
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How you store fresh produce could mean less food waste — which means saving money
Inflation might be tracking down, but many of us are still feeling the price pinch — particularly at the supermarket. Here are some ways to make your groceries go further and last longer.
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Women's World Cup — let's get you up to speed
Here's everything you need to know about the Women's World Cup — whether you're a seasoned football fan or a complete newbie looking to get swept up in the action.
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Why a new RBA governor won't necessarily mean a change to interest rates
Reserve Bank of Australia governor Philip Lowe won't be in the top job for much longer, but he hasn't been fired. Here's a quick guide to get you up to speed.
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NASA's 'chaotic' new image reveals detail undetectable to the human eye
The James Webb Space Telescope has given us another stunning image, this time revealing a close up a stellar nursery.
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When is the State of Origin kick off? Here's what you need to know ahead of tonight's game
Queensland has already won the shield, but pride is on the line for the Blues. Here's a quick guide to tonight's game and a crash course in what it's all about if you're new to the state-against-state clash.
James Webb Space Telescope's latest find 'difficult to explain', says NASA
The CEERS 1019 black hole existed more than 570 million years after the Big Bang, but it's much smaller than its peers.
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What is CTE? Here's what we know about chronic traumatic encephalopathy
The brain disease is caused by repeated head injuries. It's most commonly associated with athletes in contact sports, but there's a lot researchers are still trying to learn about it.
King Charles to be presented with another crown in Scotland
King Charles III will be ceremonially presented with the Honours of Scotland following a procession held to mark his coronation in May.
Taylor Swift pre-sale tickets are released today. Sellers are braced for huge demand
General sale tickets will be released on Friday, but Swift fans will be attempting to secure their spots in a special pre-sale event. It's going to be tense.
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Electricity prices are going up from July. Here are some free or cheap ways to save power in every room
By Velvet Winter and Dannielle Maguire
In some states energy prices will rise 25 per cent at the start of the month. Here are some ways to soften the blow.
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A mutiny unfolded in Russia over the weekend. Here's what we know about it and the Wagner Group
Dannielle Maguire with wires
There were some big developments in Russia over the weekend. Here's a recap to get you up to speed.
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Thursday will be the shortest day of the year — here's why that might seem out of sync with the seasons
Winter solstice is only a few days away but it doesn't mark the beginning of winter in Australia. It also doesn't mark the middle of winter or even the coldest day of the year.
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Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year shortlist images revealed
Each year, the competition encourages photographers to capture stunning images in Australia, New Zealand, Antarctica and New Guinea. This year is no exception.
'This is what cancer can look like': Shannen Doherty shares candid radiation treatment video
Despite a mastectomy, radiation and chemotherapy, the Beverley Hills 90210 actor says her breast cancer has spread to her brain.
Cheques will be phased out by 2030 as the use of mobile wallets sky-rockets
Australia is set to be a cheque-less society by 2030, if the federal government has its way. The treasurer says it's a costly way of dealing with "a tiny and declining fraction of payments".