Australia was one of 143 nations to vote in favour of the move. But the federal opposition says the government's vote in favour is premature.

After pledging at the last federal election to end the live sheep export trade, the government will ban the practice in four years. It's a move that's drawn criticism from members of the livestock industry.

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The Bureau of Meteorology says bright auroras will likely be visible at dark-sky locations near Sydney, Perth, and as far north as southern Queensland.

From language barriers to legal complexities, migrant and refugee women face added challenges when seeking support for domestic violence. In New South Wales a specialised centre has now been launched, aiming to bridge that gap. But legal experts and advocates say for some, access to services is still limited.