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The death of 74-year-old Chris Collie has left a gaping hole in his regional WA home town and the rock music scene, with many now pushing for greater recognition of the famous "gentle giant".

Despite the amity they display, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin are far from aligned when it comes to war-making.

Americans are at war but don't realize it.

Defence experts are urging the Albanese government to canvass how the civilian population and industry could be mobilised on a war footing.

"The deliberate toning down of criticism of Chinese behavior and policy in order to stabilize the bilateral relationship makes it very difficult to have these types of conversations," said Lavina Lee, a security studies expert.

To the editor: We want to wholeheartedly thank all our neighbors, friends and businesses, for supporting the inaugural Pendragon Founders Day on April 2 with

EastEnders fans have expressed their delight online following mentions of an iconic character - and think he could be returning to Walford.

Actor and producer Cate Blanchett joins Hokkaido-based Toku Saké as creative director, and tells us, ‘Ive been obsessed with creating a sake for a long time’

Defence is like a python, says a former Labor government adviser, it crushes ministers. The deputy prime minister has to prove he’s tough enough to get what he wants.

Residents in Oldham are getting help to cope with mental health, housing issues, and money matters closer to home...