| Tamils testify before Sri Lankan war commission Sri Lanka's minority Tamils have testified before a government-appointed war commission, alleging rights violations during the final stages of the army's offensive against separatist Tamil Tiger rebels. abc.net.au |
Abbott wants doubleheader TONY Abbott has challenged Julia Gillard to a half hour debate on the economy in return for another "'town hall'' meeting. heraldsun.com.au |
Smith congratulates Afghanistan after tense poll Defence Minister Stephen Smith has congratulated voters and candidates who took part in Saturday's parliamentary election in Afghanistan. abc.net.au |
Federal Government responds to traditional owners' Scherger complaints The Immigration Department says staff will be available to consult with traditional owners over plans to house asylum seekers on Cape York in far north Queensland. abc.net.au |
New data eases negative growth fears Figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) show Australia's current account deficit has widened by more than expected in the third quarter to $7.83 billion, greater than the market consensus of $6.7 billion. abc.net.au |