OpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Oz flagbearers put Abbott to testAustralia's automotive and aviation industries appear to be on the brink of collapse, writes Liam Dann. Holden is considering pulling its manufacturing operations out of the lucky country.08 Dec 04:30 PM
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WorldObama: Mandela achieved more than could be expected of any man; he lives for the ages05 Dec 10:35 PM
BusinessUS jobless claims tumble 23,000 to 298,000, sign that companies are laying off fewer workers05 Dec 01:35 PM
BusinessUS economy expands at 3.6 percent rate in Q3 but business stockpiles drive half of the growth05 Dec 01:35 PM
BusinessUS trade gap narrows to $40.6 billion in October as oil sales boost exports to record level04 Dec 01:35 PM
