Huge update after puberty blocker pause
A review of trans healthcare for young Aussies has been announced in the same week one state paused the use of puberty blockers for children.
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Minister grilled on puberty blocker ban
Pausing puberty blockers is based on “science and concern”, not ideology, the Queensland Health Minister says.
Puberty blockers paused in one state
One Aussie state has put a temporary hold on children accessing puberty blockers after a child considered too young to take them was given access.
16 charged as ‘Neo-Nazis’ crash protest
A man has been charged with displaying a Nazi symbol as alleged neo-Nazis gathered just a few blocks from an anti-Australia Day rally in Adelaide.
Major twist after MP’s sex assault claims
Police have delivered a major update into their investigation into the alleged sexual assault of a former Labor MP – who alleged she had been drugged and assaulted during a night out.
Mining state sinks into budget black hole
Millions of Aussies are confronting a stark budget black hole, with an economic update exposing a serious $217bn breakdown in one state’s finances.
Inquiry launched into monster pedo
A major review has been launched into the Blue Card system to find out how monster pedo Ashley Griffith was able to work in childcare undetected for so long.
Premier dangles lifeline for casino
While one state slams the door shut on helping cash-strapped casino business Star, another Premier is walking a noncommittal tightrope.
Dutton backs huge lunch tax break
There’s no such thing as a free lunch, but Aussies could soon enjoy tax deductible ones in an elected Coalition government.
New detail before alleged Coles stabbing
A 13-year-old boy who allegedly stabbed a Coles employee inside the supermarket was seen doing a strange act just hours earlier.
Harrowing detail about stabbed Coles worker
Police have revealed more information about a Coles worker who was allegedly stabbed by a 13-year-old boy, plunging a shopping centre into lockdown.
Casino giant Star Group on brink of collapse
Embattled casino giant Star Entertainment Group could collapse within just weeks, potentially putting thousands of jobs at risk.
Albo snaps back at reporter’s question
The Prime Minister has snapped at a reporter at a press conference, saying “that is the way it works” after receiving a tough question.
State could cop $872bn blow under nuclear
An election pitch to build seven nuclear plants would create an economic black hole in one state totalling to $872bn by 2050, new modelling reveals.
Premier’s wild call on Albo’s $7.2bn pledge
David Crisafulli celebrated a $7.2bn funding pledge to fix a “deathtrap” highway as a major win for the state LNP.
‘Clear the deck’: Wild call on Australia Day
Controversy continues to dog the contested date of Australia Day, and two Aussie historians say there’s only one real solution.
Plan to name child sex offenders
One state has revealed its plan to have a public child sex offenders list to help protect children from possible harm.
‘Heartless’: Backlash over pet ban
A council has faced backlash after unveiling blanket bans for homeless people from sleeping in vans and vehicles and keeping pets in public spaces.
Outrage over Plibersek’s coal mine move
Outrage is building after Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek approved three new coal mine extensions – one fellow MP calling the decision “despicable”.
Council’s brutal call on homeless Aussies
One local council has just made a shock move to ban homeless Aussies from keeping pets in public spaces.
Dutton’s home state rips into nuclear plan
Peter Dutton’s election bid to build seven nuclear reactors faces opposition from his own side – with Queensland’s Deputy Premier rejecting the idea.
‘Can’t be living like that’: Today host snaps
Veteran breakfast TV host Sam Armytage has snapped on air over an issue she says flies in the face of Australia’s standing as a “modern country”.
Huge issue facing suburban streets
Thousands of residents will be dealing with stinky rubbish as garbage truck drivers and workers walk off the job over pay disputes with the local council.
Tough laws ‘strike back’ at criminal teens
Teenagers in one state will face the same punishments as adults for certain serious offences amid a contentious crackdown on youth crime.
Garbo strike to hit 30,000 Aussie homes
A garbage strike in one Aussie city could impact up to 30,000 households – leaving stinking bins on the sidewalk in 30C heat.
Moment dad breaks down in parliament
In an emotional maiden speech to parliament, a grieving father has shared how he is determined to “do a good job’ for victims of crime.
Bold plan for iconic bridge climb
The operators of a somewhat iconic Australian tourism experience have an audacious proposal to let people do one thing while soaking it all in.
Virus samples vanish from major state lab
Samples of infectious viruses have been reported missing from a state-run laboratory in what has been called a “major breach” of biosecurity controls.
‘Had enough’: Welcome to Country banned
A Queensland community has voted to ban Welcome to Country ceremonies on their ancestral land, with voters claiming they find the ceremony embarrassing.
‘Contempt’: Katter unleashes on new bank fee
Maverick MP Bob Katter has joined the chorus of criticism against CommBank for imposing a $3 fee to withdraw cash from some accounts.
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