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Members of army unit that prepares parachutes tested positive for drugs days before fatal jump
Source: ABC NewsTopic: Defence Forces
Treasurer claims opposition's budget response would punch multi-billion-dollar hole in budget
Source: ABC NewsTopic: Federal Government
What struggling Australians think about the 'cost-of-living' budget
Source: ABC NewsTopic: Economy
Editor's Choice
Why does fructose have such a bad reputation? I'm looking at you, corn syrup
You've probably heard stories about how fructose is somehow much worse than other sugars, even that it’s toxic. But is it true?
Source: ListenTopic: Health
How watching Bluey inspired Charlie to save and get into the lemonade business
When six-year-old Charlie watched a Bluey episode where the pup made a lemonade stand, it motivated him to start saving. An expert says the vital money skills he's learning will help him throughout life.
Source: ABC North and West SATopic: Personal Finance
Weekly news quiz: Stunning auroras, federal budget handed down, and a history-making Eurovision
Are you across this week's news headlines? Put yourself to the test.
Source: ABC NewsTopic: Information and Communication
Life after coffee: Why quitting caffeine makes sense for your mind and your bank balance
After decades as a big coffee drinker, Jesse recently gave it away, and says he is already noticing health improvements. Experts agree there is a range of benefits to ditching the daily grind.
Source: ABC Sunshine CoastTopic: Health
How technology will help in the future of medicine
In a special episode of Download This Show, Marc Fennell looks at technology and medicine. Technology is being used to fight illness, develop new vaccines and medicines, and help people to live healthier lives.
Source: ListenTopic: Science and Technology
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Focus on women
Having babies in Australia is 'not a good deal', and more women are saying 'not for me'
For decades, women in Australia have been told they should have more children for the good of the country, but there's many reasons why more are choosing to stay child free.
Source: ABC NewsTopic: Pregnancy and Childbirth
There's tech in everything we do and this teacher knows the importance of having a female perspective
Alfina Jackson is passionate about teaching and technology, and hopes her award-winning, "future-focused" approach will inspire more girls into science, technology, engineering, and maths fields.
Source: ABC Mid North CoastTopic: Education
Regional students are more likely to miss school due to pelvic pain. A new program aims to help close gaps in knowledge
Starting next year, the Victorian government plans to fund 400 pelvic pain and menstrual health education sessions for students across the state, with regional and rural schools prioritised for delivery.
Source: ABC South West VicTopic: Women's Health
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