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Battin Vows to Tackle ‘Big Task’ as New Liberal Leader
New leader Battin vows to tackle cost-of-living, public safety, infrastructure, and party unity.
12 Youths Charged With Terrorism Offences in 2024: Australian Federal Police
AFP charged 790+ people in 2024, tackling cybercrime, terrorism & more. Seizes 33.7 tonnes of drugs, $110M in assets across major operations.
Victoria Offers Financial Aid for Victims of ‘Singapore’ Sized Bushfires
The affected areas cover 75,000 hectares—about the size of Singapore—with the fire perimeter extending 300 kilometres.
Brad Battin Ousts John Pesutto to Lead Victorian Liberals
Leadership Battle Follows MP Moira Deeming’s Return to the Party
Minister Says Cash an Important Backup If Digital Payment Systems Fail
On Dec. 20, Treasury issued a consultation paper seeking public input on the cash mandate’s scope, compliance, and accessibility strategies.
2 Sailors Dead as Wild Weather Hits Sydney to Hobart Race
2 sailors have been killed during the Sydney to Hobart yacht race amid a night of tough weather conditions that hit the fleet.
Can Australia Trust a CCP-Linked App to Comply With Its Social Media Ban?
In November, Australia legislated a world first ban on social media use for under 16s.
Australia Signs Deals With Nauru, Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands to Counter China
Canberra signed three deals in 12 days with Pacific nations to ensure bilateral security, financial services and people to people connections.
Billionaire Charged After Asbestos Mulch Discovered in 79 Locations Around Sydney
Three companies and a businessman will attend a directions hearing in the new year after a massive investigation revealed asbestos in park and school mulch.
Sydney Trains to Keep Chugging Along on New Years Eve, Union and Premier Still at Odds
The rail union has agreed not to conduct any industrial action that would disrupt new year celebrations, but tensions between government and union remain.
Sustainable Safaris Are on the Hot List for 2025
Sustainability with a luxury-clad makeover.
Australia Confirms Ex-Marine Who Trained Chinese Pilots Will Be Extradited to the US
Former US Marine and naturalised Australian Daniel Duggan claims he thought he had the opportunity to be a spy.
Burt, the Crocodile Featured in ‘Crocodile Dundee,’ Dies in Australia
The famous crocodile was estimated to be over 90 years old.
‘1984’ and ‘Great Expectations’ Taken out of NSW High School Texts
The NSW Education Standards Authority said the temporary removal of Orwell or Dickens comes with the addition of new authors.
Coca-Cola Deals 159-Year-Old Iconic Brewery a Lifeline
Billson’s Brewery is out of the red as drinks giant Coca-Cola steps in months after the business went into voluntary administration.
Australia Approves Extradition of US Marine Pilot Vet Accused of Training Chinese Military
Australian Attorney General Mark Dreyfus approved the U.S. extradition request for former Marine Corps pilot Daniel Duggan on Dec. 23.
Immortality Lite: The New Travel Trend Redefining 2025
Christmas travel trends for the holidays.
Foxtel Group Sold to British Streaming Giant for over $3 Billion
Foxtel Group has sold to a British company, with the transaction set to be finalised in the new year.
