New Cairns Bottle Shop Faces Community Opposition
Plans for a new bulk liquor outlet in Cairns CBD face strong opposition from local leaders and police over community safety concerns. Learn more about the debate.
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SA Child Homelessness Crisis: Suicide Leading Cause of Death
Shocking report reveals thousands of South Australian children are homeless, with girls disproportionately affected. Suicide has become the leading cause of death among this vulnerable group.
Family evicted from unsafe rental in 24 hours
A Kirwan family was forced to vacate their hazardous rental property with just 24 hours notice after builders deemed it unsafe. Read their shocking story.
Australian conservative parties in total disarray
Australia's conservative parties face a crisis of identity, leadership, and climate policy, with polling at historic lows and internal conflict raging nationwide. Discover the full story.
Solving Australia's regional healthcare crisis
Australia's regional healthcare crisis sees life expectancy gaps of 7 years. Discover how universities and government can collaborate to train local doctors for regional communities.
ACT Schools Asbestos Cleanup: 11 Still Closed
Asbestos contamination in coloured sand keeps 11 ACT public schools closed. Licensed removalists work around the clock as reopening timeline remains uncertain. Full details.
Albion Park dad fights cancer to save family home
Paul Redding, 33, battles kidney cancer while fighting to keep his Albion Park home and be there for his three young children. His family faces financial crisis during recovery.
ANZ Boss Urges Labor to Tackle Economic Challenges
ANZ CEO Shayne Elliott pressures the Albanese government to address Australia's economic struggles, highlighting inflation and productivity concerns. Read the full analysis.
Victoria's Liberal Leader Tackles $2M/Hour Debt Crisis
New Victorian Liberal leader Jess Wilson vows to tackle state's $2 million hourly debt crisis, promising economic reform, lower taxes and judicial changes. Read her full vision.
ACT Schools Asbestos Shutdown: Timeline of Events
A detailed timeline of the ACT schools asbestos shutdown. Discover how the crisis unfolded, which schools are affected, and the ongoing testing and removal efforts.
ACT needs 80+ paramedics to fix ambulance crisis
An honest review reveals the ACT Ambulance Service is critically understaffed, needing over 80 paramedics. Night shifts are failing 96% of the time, risking response times.
ACT School Closures: Asbestos Crisis Day 3
Asbestos-contaminated sand forces ACT school closures for a third day. 25 schools fully closed, 16 partially. Get the full list of impacted schools and updates.
Major SA Power Outage Affects 10,000 Homes
Widespread power outage hits South Australia leaving thousands without electricity. SA Power Networks working to restore supply amid extreme weather conditions.
Perth GPs Criticise Labor's Bulk Billing Incentives
Perth doctors warn Labor's bulk billing plan prioritises quick consultations over quality care. Learn how this impacts healthcare access in Western Australia.
University staff strike escalates with Sydney rally
University of Newcastle staff are taking their industrial action to Sydney, rallying outside a 60th anniversary event amid ongoing disputes over pay, workloads and job security.
ACT School Closures Over Asbestos Sand Cause Chaos
Mass ACT school closures over asbestos-tainted sand create parent chaos. Why did Canberra act alone when other states kept schools open? Full analysis inside.
Emma Johnson closes Pony Hair Studio after cancer diagnosis
Newcastle business owner Emma Johnson makes heartbreaking decision to close Pony Hair Studio after stage four breast cancer diagnosis. Community rallies with $71,000 in support.
Govt considers Snowy Hydro deal for Tomago Aluminium
The federal government is negotiating a power purchase agreement with Snowy Hydro to secure Tomago Aluminium's future, preventing the loss of up to 4500 jobs in the Hunter Valley.
Townsville Aged Care Patients With Nowhere To Go
Dozens of elderly patients occupy three full hospital wards in Townsville with no aged care placements available. Health crisis deepens as beds remain blocked.
Cairns grandfather assaulted in housing crisis
A Cairns grandfather was brutally attacked while protecting his grandson's bicycle, highlighting the region's escalating housing and crime crisis. Community demands immediate action.
Human indifference blamed for Australia's extinction crisis
Experts warn Australia's environmental laws won't stop extinction crisis without addressing human population growth and consumption patterns. Read the urgent call for action.
WA Child Poverty Doubles in Decade: Shock Report
Western Australia faces a child poverty crisis as new data reveals the number of children living in poverty has doubled over the past decade. Urgent action needed.
Homeless Teens Stuck in Mental Health Wards
Vulnerable homeless teenagers are being kept in mental health wards despite being ready for discharge because they have no safe housing. This systemic failure costs millions and harms recovery.
Trump's honeymoon ends as crises mount for White House
Donald Trump faces mounting pressure as the longest US government shutdown and renewed Epstein allegations test his administration's stability. Read the full analysis.
WA's Retail Crisis: State Remains Worst Performer
Western Australia continues to struggle as the nation's retail outsider. Discover the factors behind this persistent economic challenge and what it means for the state's future.
Perth's Density Denial: Time to Grow Upwards
Perth faces a housing crisis as density denial threatens the city's future. Experts urge vertical growth to preserve suburbs and character. Read why upward expansion is crucial.
35,000 New Perth Apartments Near Train Stations
WA Planning Minister John Carey announces reforms to build 35,000 apartments near 10 Perth train stations, sidelining local councils to accelerate housing development.
Kalgoorlie School Suspends Six Students Daily
Kalgoorlie-Boulder Community High School faces crisis with six suspensions daily in 2024. Community demands action on student behaviour and safety concerns.
Australia's GP Access Crisis Deepens
Despite government promises, bulk-billing GPs remain scarce. Discover why Australians struggle to find affordable healthcare and what it means for families.
Perth's Bulk Billing Crisis Hits Patients Hard
West Australians face tough challenges finding bulk billing clinics despite federal government initiatives. Discover which Perth clinics still offer free GP visits and why access remains limited.
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