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From one-liners to corny comedy, this hilarious selection of the best dad jokes will have kids and adults alike laughing.

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Sinkholes and critical damage to a seawall have put homes at risk after days of heavy swell on Christmas Island. People in low-lying areas have been urged to seek alternative accommodation ...

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