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Pauline Hanson’s lieutenant James Ashby turns down a run for parliament, as National Party leader Matt Canavan heads to the House of Representatives. 

Plus, the 27-year old Afghan refugee who will stay in Australia despite being a convicted drug courier and fraudster.

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James Ashby’s tantrums a growing problem for Pauline

Commercial drug courier wins right to stay in Australia despite reoffending risk

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