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Rural and regional Victorian women more likely to experience violence


Women in rural and regional Victoria are up to three times more likely to experience family violence than women in Metropolitan areas, according to research by Deakin University. The study shows a woman's postcode also appears to play a role in determining her chances of receiving justice. The lead author of the study, interviewed by...
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Fact Check Fact File: Backing the Melbourne Cup favourite: Are the odds in your favour?


How often does the favourite actually win? And would you be ahead or behind if you bet on the favourite every year?
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The G20


Formed in 1999 after the Asian Financial Crisis, the G20 claims to be the world’s pre-eminent steering committee on global finance. While it’s true that the G20 represents many of the world's major economies, it also excludes 174 nations – so can it justifiably argue that it represent global interests? Guests Daniele Archibugi: Research Director...
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Fact Check: Are de facto relationships more unstable than marriages?


Social Services Minister Kevin Andrews claims data shows that de facto relationships have a higher incidence of break-up than marriages.
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Future of Western Australia


Often enough you mostly hear stories about mining, fly-in and fly-out workers or severe weather events from Western Australia. But there is more. At a 720 ABC Perth forum, a panel of TEDx Perth speakers discusses the future of Western Australia: initiatives the state is driving in recycling, sustainability, disabled care, environment and innovation.