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Victoria Public Sector Racks up $50.6 Billion in Deficits Over 6 Years
Victoria’s operating expenses increased by $6.7 billion in the 2025 financial year.
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Bank Checks, Photo IDs: Snapchat Reveals How It Will Verify Underage Users
Snapchat has revealed how it plans to comply with Australia’s impending under-16 social media ban.
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One Nation’s Hanson Suspended From Senate Until Next Year After Burqa Stunt
Hanson will attend the opening days of Parliament when it returns in early 2026.
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3 Academics ‘Cancelled’ for Dissenting Views, Warn Intellectual Freedom Still at Risk
Despite strong legal protections for academic freedom, universities are finding ways to sack staff whose views don’t accord with their own, they say.
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Barnaby Joyce Says One Nation Defection Decision Coming This Week
The New England MP described himself as a ‘front row forward; who had been put in a corner’ by the National party.
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342,000 Australians Sought Help From Domestic Violence Last Year
With helpline demand soaring, the government commits an extra $42 million for 1800RESPECT.
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Political Sphere Swiftly Condemns Hanson Burqa Stunt
Criticism has been levelled at One Nation Senator Pauline Hanson with some saying it could dim the party’s recent success in the polls.
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‘Part-Time Minister’: Opposition Probes Bowen on New Global Climate Role
Opposition MPs accused the government of neglecting soaring power bills as Chris Bowen faced criticism for prioritising next year’s COP presidency.
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Pro-CCP ‘Enforcers’ Jostle, Strike Falun Gong Protesters Amid Top Official’s Visit
Some Falun Gong members had their clothes torn, equipment destroyed, and were even struck by the pro-CCP group.
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Morals and Ethics the Key to Improving Aboriginal Lives, Not the State: Mundine
Indigenous advocates say going back to basics could be the key to improving life for the Aboriginal communities that are being left behind.
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Illicit Tobacco and Hate Groups to Top AFP Chief’s INTERPOL Agenda
Barrett will seek tougher cooperation from overseas police chiefs and expand Pacific crime-prevention efforts.
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One Nation’s Hanson Suspended From Senate After Wearing Burqa in Chamber
Senate President Sue Lines suspended proceedings for 90 minutes after Hanson refused to remove the burqa.
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Damping Demand for Holiday Rentals Not the Silver Bullet for the Housing Crisis, Research Finds
An attempt by one Australian council to cap the length of time homes can be used as tourist accommodation has actually led to fewer long-term rentals.
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Hacking Concerns: MPs Ordered to Shut Devices During Visit by Top CCP Official
An internal email urged MPs to shut down devices, disable Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, and keep laptops offline while the delegation moved through Parliament House.
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CCP No. 3’s Australia Visit Comes Amid Ongoing Scrutiny of Organ Harvesting Activities
Amid calls for US sanctions against Zhao Leji, a human rights lawyer says Australia also risks undermining its global reputation.
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$16 Billion Student Debt Reduced for 3 Million Australians, Fiscal Concerns Remain
The ATO will process $16 billion in cuts over the next two weeks.
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Minister Orders Culture Reset at BOM After Website Blowout Soars to $96 Million
The Australian Bureau of Meteorology’s controversial website upgrade, initially costed at $4 million is now estimated at $96 million.
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Workplace Laws Too Confusing for Well-Meaning Employers: Costello
The former long-serving treasurer says most industrial awards are too complex, and the Productivity Commission is focused on anything but productivity.
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1,000 Spies for Every 10 From the West: Ex-Military Officer Lifts the Lid on CCP Spy Tactics
Paul Johnstone says tools like LinkedIn and even random USB sticks are being deployed by CCP spies to infiltrate the West.
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Victoria Public Sector Racks up $50.6 Billion in Deficits Over 6 Years
Victoria’s operating expenses increased by $6.7 billion in the 2025 financial year.
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Bank Checks, Photo IDs: Snapchat Reveals How It Will Verify Underage Users
Snapchat has revealed how it plans to comply with Australia’s impending under-16 social media ban.
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One Nation’s Hanson Suspended From Senate Until Next Year After Burqa Stunt
Hanson will attend the opening days of Parliament when it returns in early 2026.
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3 Academics ‘Cancelled’ for Dissenting Views, Warn Intellectual Freedom Still at Risk
Despite strong legal protections for academic freedom, universities are finding ways to sack staff whose views don’t accord with their own, they say.
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Barnaby Joyce Says One Nation Defection Decision Coming This Week
The New England MP described himself as a ‘front row forward; who had been put in a corner’ by the National party.
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342,000 Australians Sought Help From Domestic Violence Last Year
With helpline demand soaring, the government commits an extra $42 million for 1800RESPECT.
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Political Sphere Swiftly Condemns Hanson Burqa Stunt
Criticism has been levelled at One Nation Senator Pauline Hanson with some saying it could dim the party’s recent success in the polls.
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‘Part-Time Minister’: Opposition Probes Bowen on New Global Climate Role
Opposition MPs accused the government of neglecting soaring power bills as Chris Bowen faced criticism for prioritising next year’s COP presidency.
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Pro-CCP ‘Enforcers’ Jostle, Strike Falun Gong Protesters Amid Top Official’s Visit
Some Falun Gong members had their clothes torn, equipment destroyed, and were even struck by the pro-CCP group.
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Morals and Ethics the Key to Improving Aboriginal Lives, Not the State: Mundine
Indigenous advocates say going back to basics could be the key to improving life for the Aboriginal communities that are being left behind.
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Illicit Tobacco and Hate Groups to Top AFP Chief’s INTERPOL Agenda
Barrett will seek tougher cooperation from overseas police chiefs and expand Pacific crime-prevention efforts.
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One Nation’s Hanson Suspended From Senate After Wearing Burqa in Chamber
Senate President Sue Lines suspended proceedings for 90 minutes after Hanson refused to remove the burqa.
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Damping Demand for Holiday Rentals Not the Silver Bullet for the Housing Crisis, Research Finds
An attempt by one Australian council to cap the length of time homes can be used as tourist accommodation has actually led to fewer long-term rentals.
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Hacking Concerns: MPs Ordered to Shut Devices During Visit by Top CCP Official
An internal email urged MPs to shut down devices, disable Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, and keep laptops offline while the delegation moved through Parliament House.
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CCP No. 3’s Australia Visit Comes Amid Ongoing Scrutiny of Organ Harvesting Activities
Amid calls for US sanctions against Zhao Leji, a human rights lawyer says Australia also risks undermining its global reputation.
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$16 Billion Student Debt Reduced for 3 Million Australians, Fiscal Concerns Remain
The ATO will process $16 billion in cuts over the next two weeks.
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Minister Orders Culture Reset at BOM After Website Blowout Soars to $96 Million
The Australian Bureau of Meteorology’s controversial website upgrade, initially costed at $4 million is now estimated at $96 million.
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Workplace Laws Too Confusing for Well-Meaning Employers: Costello
The former long-serving treasurer says most industrial awards are too complex, and the Productivity Commission is focused on anything but productivity.
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1,000 Spies for Every 10 From the West: Ex-Military Officer Lifts the Lid on CCP Spy Tactics
Paul Johnstone says tools like LinkedIn and even random USB sticks are being deployed by CCP spies to infiltrate the West.
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