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The NSW Education Minister has denied blocking the release of documents detailing serious incidents in childcare centres, despite accusations from the Greens. The government has announced a review to assess whether the education department has the resources to effectively crack down on childcare centre breaches.

Northern Territory Police Commissioner Michael Murphy has been officially terminated after an ICAC investigation found he engaged in "improper conduct" by assisting a friend in securing a high-ranking position within the force. Deputy Commissioner Martin Dole will continue serving as acting commissioner while an independent inquiry into senior appointments made during Murphy's tenure is conducted.

The tiny Australian town of Julia Creek is once again searching for a permanent GP, offering a lucrative salary package and a house to entice a doctor to their remote community. Despite the challenges of attracting medical professionals to the outback, the town remains optimistic, highlighting its welcoming atmosphere and commitment to providing essential healthcare services.

Hundreds of people gathered on the steps of Victoria's Parliament House to voice their strong opposition to the government's proposed bail law changes. The protesters, representing a diverse range of backgrounds, expressed deep concerns that the proposed reforms would disproportionately impact marginalized communities and criminalize victims of family violence.

Peter Dutton's proposal to hold a referendum on deporting criminal dual nationals has been met with criticism from both sides of the political aisle, with former attorney-general George Brandis calling it "as mad an idea as I have heard in a long time." Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Treasurer Jim Chalmers also criticized the proposal, labelling it a "thought bubble" and "bizarre", respectively.