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RMIT ABC Fact Check
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RMIT ABC Fact Check determines the accuracy of claims by politicians, public figures, advocacy groups and institutions engaged in the public debate. It is a partnership between RMIT University and the ABC, combining academic excellence and the best of Australian journalism to inform the public through an independent, non-partisan voice.
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Fact Check: Health Minister Peter Dutton's dementia facts flawed
Health Minister Peter Dutton claims the number of people diagnosed with dementia will soar to 7,500 a week "in a number of years" from 170 per week today.
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Fact Check: Tony Abbott incorrect on impact of superannuation changes on workers
Prime Minister Tony Abbott claims delaying a mandated increase to compulsory superannuation contributions will not leave employees worse off.
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Fact Check: Do young, childless women earn more than men?
American academic and commentator Kay Hymowitz claims childless women in their twenties in the US earn more than men.
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Fact Check: Will 50pc of Australians die before they can access their superannuation?
Palmer United Party leader Clive Palmer claims it is a "statistical fact" that more than 50 per cent of Australians will be dead by the time they get access to their super.
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Fact Check: Who has a say in sending Australian troops to war?
Foreign Minister Julie Bishop claims the government of the day has the ultimate responsibility for making decisions involving Australia's military.