Rex Widerstrom
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Rex Widerstrom is a New Zealand-based reporter with over 40 years of experience in media, including radio and print. He is currently a presenter for Hutt Radio.
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Abbott Accuses Albanese Government of ‘Weakness’ After Bondi Attack
‘It’s telling that the worst atrocity against Jewish people since October 7th happened here in Australia,’ the former prime minister said.
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Police Warn Against Social Media Calls for ‘Bashing Day’ at Sydney Beach
Social media posts urged Australians to gather at Cronulla beach, encouraging them to commit acts of violence against members of the Middle Eastern community.
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Minister’s Visa Cancellation Powers to Increase in Response to Bondi Attack
There will be a new offence for aggravated hate speech, which will apply to preachers and other community leaders who promote violence.
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Bunnings Retains ‘Most Trusted Brand’ Title for Second Year in a Row
Bunnings is Australia’s most trusted brand while Woolworths and Coles are last.
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Keeping Teens in School Longer Reduced Child Harm, Study Finds
A major South Australian education reform led to sharp falls in child maltreatment reports and emergency hospital visits, according to new research.
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Sydney and Melbourne Remain in Top Third of ‘Global Power City’ Rankings
Both cities have, however, failed to regain the positions they held prior to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Australian Population Up 1.5 Percent, Overseas Migrants Account for Two-Thirds Net Growth
Several states and territories recorded net losses of residents due to interstate migration.
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Australians Spent Most of Their Free Time in Front of the TV in 2024
With 2025 drawing to a close, the Australian Bureau of Statistics has released data on how Australians spent their 2024.
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Australian Greens Release Website Revealing How Many Guns in Each NSW Postcode
A new online tool, developed by the Greens, allows Australians living in NSW to find out how many guns and gun owners are nearby.
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Multiple Charges Across Australia Over Neo-Nazi and Extremist Materials
AFP Assistant Commissioner said the agency would use a range of measures to address threats to Australia’s social cohesion.
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Abbott Accuses Albanese Government of ‘Weakness’ After Bondi Attack
‘It’s telling that the worst atrocity against Jewish people since October 7th happened here in Australia,’ the former prime minister said.
|
Police Warn Against Social Media Calls for ‘Bashing Day’ at Sydney Beach
Social media posts urged Australians to gather at Cronulla beach, encouraging them to commit acts of violence against members of the Middle Eastern community.
|
Minister’s Visa Cancellation Powers to Increase in Response to Bondi Attack
There will be a new offence for aggravated hate speech, which will apply to preachers and other community leaders who promote violence.
|
Bunnings Retains ‘Most Trusted Brand’ Title for Second Year in a Row
Bunnings is Australia’s most trusted brand while Woolworths and Coles are last.
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Keeping Teens in School Longer Reduced Child Harm, Study Finds
A major South Australian education reform led to sharp falls in child maltreatment reports and emergency hospital visits, according to new research.
|
Sydney and Melbourne Remain in Top Third of ‘Global Power City’ Rankings
Both cities have, however, failed to regain the positions they held prior to the COVID-19 pandemic.
|
Australian Population Up 1.5 Percent, Overseas Migrants Account for Two-Thirds Net Growth
Several states and territories recorded net losses of residents due to interstate migration.
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Australians Spent Most of Their Free Time in Front of the TV in 2024
With 2025 drawing to a close, the Australian Bureau of Statistics has released data on how Australians spent their 2024.
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Australian Greens Release Website Revealing How Many Guns in Each NSW Postcode
A new online tool, developed by the Greens, allows Australians living in NSW to find out how many guns and gun owners are nearby.
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Multiple Charges Across Australia Over Neo-Nazi and Extremist Materials
AFP Assistant Commissioner said the agency would use a range of measures to address threats to Australia’s social cohesion.
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