Hunter rental crisis leaves applicants struggling
A former property manager shares her 'mind-boggling' experience applying for 40+ rentals in Newcastle's competitive market. Learn about the push for regulation.
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ANU student fined $1200 for Townsville drink driving
Australian National University student Jon Basuke has been disqualified from driving and fined $1200 after recording a blood alcohol reading of 0.095 in Townsville.
Crackdown on Dodgy Business Tactics Exploiting Australians
Assistant Minister for Competition Andrew Leigh announces new measures to protect consumers from unfair practices exploiting busy lives. Read about the coming reforms.
SA Government Announces $2.3B Education Reform
South Australia's government reveals a massive $2.3 billion education overhaul focusing on school infrastructure and teacher training. Learn how this investment will transform classrooms.
Sexual Violence Legal Service extended to 2028
A vital legal service for victim-survivors of sexual violence in the ACT has secured funding until 2028, addressing 'enormous and unmet' demand. Learn how this supports survivors.
Australia's $160bn regulatory crisis revealed
New research shows Australia's regulatory burden costs $160 billion annually, wiping out productivity gains. Discover why both sides of politics are rethinking deregulation.
SA Government Announces $2.3B Education Reform
South Australia's government reveals a massive $2.3 billion education overhaul focusing on infrastructure, teacher training, and student support. Learn how this investment will transform learning outcomes across the state.
Education Priorities: Time to Shift Focus from HSC?
A former NSW Board of Studies worker argues the HSC receives disproportionate resources compared to early childhood education. Read why Australia needs to rethink its educational priorities.
Nature law reforms face crucial Senate deadline
Environment Minister Murray Watt races against time to pass landmark environmental reforms through Senate. Will political parties find common ground for Australia's nature?
Australia's 2025 Environmental Policy Reforms
Australia unveils sweeping environmental reforms for 2025, targeting emissions reduction and conservation. Learn how these changes will impact the nation's climate future.
SA Prison Drug Crisis: 70% Report Pre-Conviction Use
Shocking data reveals over 70% of SA prisoners used illicit drugs before conviction. Ex-inmate Merlin Faber demands reform in rehabilitation programs. Read his powerful story.
WA Premier Supports Miners on Environmental Laws
WA Premier Roger Cook backs mining sector demands for environmental law reforms ahead of crucial Senate vote. Industry warns of project delays and job losses.
Labor's 2024 Agenda Stalls as Time Runs Out
The Albanese government faces mounting pressure to deliver on its 2024 agenda as parliamentary time dwindles. Key reforms remain stalled amid political challenges.
Lawyers argue abduction was not 'methodical and calculated'
Kyna McAuley seeks reduced sentence for 2021 Mount Hutton shed torture, arguing the 20-hour kidnapping wasn't methodical. Read the latest court appeal details.
Labor's environmental law deadline puts WA industry on edge
Environment Minister Murray Watt warns it's 'now or never' for contentious environmental law reforms as Labor offers amendments to secure support in Parliament's final sitting week.
Court: Man unlawfully detained in unit BBQ area
An ACT court has ruled police unlawfully detained an intoxicated man in a unit complex barbecue area, determining it was not a public place. Read the full legal analysis.
Newcastle parking fines revenue doubles despite reform
Newcastle parking fine revenue hits $7.4 million despite state reforms slashing ticketless fines by 94%. Discover how council finances transformed.
Oncologists Fight for Cancer System Changes
Leading Australian cancer specialists reveal systemic failures in treatment access and demand urgent government action to save lives.
Australia Needs Courage to Build Unseen Future
Lanna Hill argues Australia must embrace courage and reshape education to build a future nobody predicted. Discover how we can transform our approach.
Community Power: Edwin Dyson's Educational Journey
From country school to leading Indigenous health data reform, Edwin Dyson's story showcases the transformative power of community support in education and career success.
University Mergers Not Complete Solution: Go8 CEO
Vicki Thomson warns university mergers alone won't fix sector challenges. International student caps and funding reforms also crucial for Australian higher education.
Ley Supports Environment Law Changes With Amendments
Opposition Leader Sussan Ley declares Coalition will back Labor's environmental law overhaul if government makes seven key changes. Critical Senate vote scheduled for next Wednesday.
EPA Won't Investigate Burswood Race Track Noise
WA's Environmental Protection Authority opts against formal investigation into Burswood race track noise complaints, citing insufficient evidence of environmental harm.
WA Hospital Funding Crisis Demands Urgent Reform
Western Australia's public hospitals face critical funding shortages due to flawed federal-state agreements. Experts demand immediate reform to protect healthcare services.
Hinchinbrook LNP candidate linked to $1.7m underpayment
LNP candidate for Hinchinbrook linked to company that underpaid workers $1.7 million. Read about the political implications and Fair Work investigation.
Stop making rules about kids without asking them
Associate Professor Tim Moore argues that child protection systems work best when designed with children, not just for them. Their insights create safer, smarter systems.
Watt pressures industry on environmental reforms
Federal Agriculture Minister Murray Watt urges industry leaders and Coalition to support government's environmental law reforms to avoid deal with Greens. Critical vote looms.
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.
Woman needs $500k drug for rare disease CTX
Dominique Roth battles rare CTX disease but the life-changing drug costs $500,000 annually. Her story highlights urgent need for PBS reforms to help Australians with rare conditions.
Perth Restaurant Court Case Over Staff Underpayments
Former Globe Pan & Grill operator accused of underpaying 16 workers. Fair Work takes legal action seeking penalties up to $46,950. Contact FWO for pay concerns.
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