| Russians told to light up and knock 'em back Smoke and drink more, Russia's finance minister Alexei Kudrin urged citizens, explaining that higher consumption would help lift tax revenues for spending on social services. abc.net.au |
Abbott's last-ditch bid to kingmakers TONY Abbott has launched a final plea to the three kingmaker independents who will decide who to back into The Lodge. heraldsun.com.au |
Remote town gets to restore missing 'R' Residents of a far north Queensland community are celebrating the restoration of the town's rightful name. abc.net.au |
Australia secures rythmic gymnastics gold Australia has won a gold medal in the rhythmic gymnastics team competition at the Commonwealth Games. abc.net.au |
Civil servant hopefuls quizzed on SBY's songs Aspiring civil servants in Indonesia have been quizzed about the music career of the country's president during their selection exam. abc.net.au |