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News you can trust, opinions you can't ignore View Online   |   Forward December 3, 2018 Coalition's amendments to protect religious schools: Porter Attorney General Christian Porter says a bill to protect gay students 'could be passed today' if Labor agreed to a series of amendments to its legislation. Birmingham coy on early election claims Trade Minister Simon Birmingham has remained coy on if the government should head to the polls early, instead telling Sky News the election will be held within the normal time frame. NSW Police reignite 1998 cold case murder investigation NSW Police have begun excavations at the former home of a 19-year-old Blue Mountains woman who went missing in 1998. Labor 'happy' for terrorists to plot attacks: PM Prime Minister Scott Morrison has accused Bill Shorten of being 'happy' for terrorists to plot attacks using encrypted messages after Labor refused to rush through legislation on the issue. Molan vows he won't be 'taken advantage of' as Liberal instability continues Liberal Senator Jim Molan has confirmed he has been approached by several other parties after being relegated to an unwinnable spot on the New South Wales senate ticket. Qld heatwave conditions taking toll on fire crews Strong winds and high temperatures have tested exhausted firefighters who are battling more than 110 blazes across Queensland. Experts predict blackouts for Victoria this summer Energy Minister Angus Taylor has warned against Labor's $15 billion renewable energy plans as Victoria braces for unstable power supplies over the summer months. Scientists optimistic about 'IVF for the reef' Scientists are working to achieve one of the most complicated coral regeneration plans ever undertaken on the Great Barrier Reef, as it undergoes one of the biggest coral spawning events witnessed in recent years. Children treated for chemical inhalation at Sydney pool Nine children and an adult have been left with breathing difficulties after a chemical incident at a pool in Sydney's south west. Liberal MP Craig Kelly saved from preselection battle Craig Kelly has been saved from a possible preselection battle after the NSW Liberal Party's executive committee moved to endorse all sitting MPs. Encryption critical to keeping Australians safe: Porter Attorney General Christian Porter says he's 'still negotiating' with Labor over its controversial encryption legislation. Labor 'pathetic' when dealing with refugees: Di Natale Greens Leader Richard Di Natale says signs point away from Labor supporting a bill that will evacuate children and their families from Nauru. Ted Baker employees complain of founder's 'forced hugs' Dozens of current and former Ted Baker employees have accused the fashion brand's founder of implementing a regime of 'forced hugs' and harassment. House prices post largest drop since GFC Australian house prices has posted its biggest month on month drop since the global financial crisis. Stars go 'Blue for Manus and Nauru' on AACTA red carpet Some of Australia's big names in film and television have hit the red carpet at the AACTA Awards Industry Luncheon in Sydney, many adorned in blue ribbons as part of the 'Blue for Manus and Nauru' campaign. Latest News Bulletin Copyright Australian News Channel Pty Ltd Unsubscribe