Furious demand on Aussie evil
A No More rally against gendered violence has demanded radical action to stamp out Australia’s DV scourge, and called out one grim hypocrisy.
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One photo sums up Aussie crisis
One photo has summed up the tragedy of Australia’s domestic violence crisis as a series of protests got underway across Australia on Saturday.
Melbourne truck crash kills 22 cows
A truck crash that killed 22 cows has sparked calls for an overhaul of cattle transport conditions.
‘Mistake’ in bikie boss deportation
A senator claims there has been a “mistake” in the pending deportation of a former bikie boss.
Fresh blow after union branch shut down
The South Australian arm of the powerful construction union, which is under the control of the Victorian branch, has also been put into administration.
Albo’s brutal response as union boss quits
Anthony Albanese has delivered a scathing single-word response to one of the most powerful figures in the construction industry.
‘Shocking waste’: Grim figure in rental crisis
New analysis has revealed the shocking number of vacant homes in one of Australia’s biggest cities, as renters struggle to find somewhere to live and prices skyrocket.
‘Disgraceful’: Vandals attack Premier’s office
Animal rights activists have reportedly damaged a state premier’s office after smashing windows and spray-painting insults.
Dan’s backflip on phone records: court
Former Victorian premier Dan Andrews has agreed to hand over phone records from the day his wife and a cyclist collided, just hours before a key court hearing.
Jewish community calls for ‘freedom’
Melbourne’s Jewish community has rallied to mark the nine months since Hamas’ attack on Israel.
‘Sorry for him’: Support for Dutton’s son
A man with a very unique perspective on public life has put an arm around Peter Dutton’s son after a controversial image of the teenager surfaced.
Call to fix ‘reckless’ drunkenness laws
A police union has called on the government to fix ‘reckless’ public drunkenness laws when officers couldn’t help a man who was hit by a car and died.
State going ahead with bold new pill trial
A state premier has just announced a bold new trial she says will save young people’s lives at festivals and concerts, while insisting the policy doesn’t legalise drugs.
Wage boost set for thousands of nurses
Thousands of nurses in one state are in line for a huge wage boost in a new deal with the government, following industrial action shutting down hospital beds and surgeries.
’Real work’: Graffiti protest lashed
Vile messages have been spray-painted on one of Australia’s iconic halls in another incident of pro-Palestine vandalism, with vandals lashed for “performative activism”.
Fresh warning over ‘politicised’ schools
A leading legal expert has warned that lowering the voting age to 16 could “politicise” schools and divide students and teachers.
States slam door on Dutton’s nuclear plan
Peter Dutton’s election promise to build seven nuclear reactors has been met with a firm no from the state premiers, and one would-be premier.
‘Unacceptable’: Shock China act in parliament
While the Prime Minister and Chinese Premier were giving their post-meeting remarks, a scuffle involving a formerly detained journalist occurred behind the scenes.
Horror Nazi note left in Jewish student’s bag
The complexity of the anti-Semitic prejudice hitting Australian Jews has been laid bare in one shocking story.
Top Chinese official spotted at Aussie winery
The visit comes after South Australian wine makers recorded $86m in new business following the abolition of China’s punishing tariffs.
Petition to strip Andrews of ‘highest honour’
Tens of thousands of people have signed a petition calling for controversial former Victorian premier Dan Andrews to be stripped of his King’s Birthday Honour.
Bird flu fears grow as sixth farm hit
Another farm has been shut down with bird flu as the disease spreads and hammers production in one state.
Aussie state people are flocking to
A massive net overseas migration number has pushed Australia’s population to 27 million in the latest population figures from the ABS.
Albo to host key China leader in Australia
Premier Li Qiang will be the most senior Chinese leader to visit Australia since 2017 when he lands in the country on Saturday.
Defiant Bandt hits back at Palestine rally
The Greens leader has hit back after a bruising week, addressing a pro-Palestine rally and calling on the Prime Minister to expel Israel’s ambassador to Australia.
PM, Dutton team up against Greens
Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton have teamed up to blame the Greens for anger among the Australian public over the conflict in Gaza.
Dire update in state’s bird flu crisis
Agricultural authorities in one state have issued a dire update after multiple poultry farms confirmed the highly-contagious bird flu had been detected.
Why suburb looks ‘like a caravan park’
An inner city suburb street looks “like a caravan park” as residents try to force council to shut a loophole allowing boats, dog washing trailers and campers to park in perpetuity.
Frydenberg’s huge call on return to politics
Former treasurer Josh Frydenberg broken his silence on rumours he is planning a political comeback following his defeat in the last federal election.
‘Needed’: Push for Frydenberg comeback
The former treasurer and deputy Liberal leader, who lost his seat to teal contender Monique Ryan, could be set to make a return to federal politics.
Criminals mar pro-Palestine protests
A rising tide of anti-weapons and pro-Palestinian sentiment has broken out across Melbourne, with peaceful protests marred by criminal acts.
‘Matter for US’: Albo reacts to Trump verdict
Donald Trump’s guilty conviction in a cover up of a sex scandal has raised questions about the likely presidential nominee’s relations with Australia.
’Fixing it is my job’: Minister digs in
The immigration minister is refusing to resign despite intensifying political turmoil over a controversial ministerial directive.
Frydenberg’s tears over anti-Semitic attacks
Former treasurer Josh Frydenberg has cried while interviewing a Jewish couple in Melbourne who were victims of anti-Semitism.
Protests follow Israel’s diplomatic blow
Australians have taken to the streets in their thousands to plead for greater action after a significant ruling on Israel’s war on Gaza.
Hundreds to be taxed for empty homes
Almost 200 properties in just five apartment buildings in Melbourne have sat empty for more than six months, as the nation’s rental crisis deepens.
‘Urgent’: Blackout risk as green power stumbles
The Australian Energy Market Operator is warning of “reliability gaps” without the ‘timely’ delivery of more transmission and energy infrastructure.
Cops called to pro-Palestine roof protest
Protesters who allegedly scaled a rooftop at a busy city university have been arrested, as demonstrators at another campus were issued a stern ultimatum.
‘Ratbags’: Protesters rock Labor conference
Labor delegates will meet again on Sunday for the Victorian state party conference after pro-Palestine protesters sent the venue into lockdown.
Melbourne has turned into a war zone
Melburnian Caleb Bond argues why incentives to ditch the car and take up cycling in Melbourne won’t work.
Premier “disgusted” by ugly Palestine protest
The Victorian Premier has blasted the actions of protesters who stormed the Victorian Labor Conference on Saturday.
‘Lightweight’: Clash over migration vow
A pledge to slash permanent migration has been rejected because those against the idea claim it fails to fix Australia’s housing woes.
Dutton makes huge migration promise
The Coalition will ban foreign investors and drastically reduce migration numbers in a pre-election pitch that has accused Labor of being “disconnected” to everyday Australia.
Huge move to help solve Aussie crisis
In the immediate wake of nationwide rallies, laws are being introduced to make one group of Aussies safer.
‘Biggest challenge’: Why MPs were in tears
A politician in her 40s has detailed her fight with “the beast” in an emotional moment at parliament.
Frydenberg’s advice to uni protesters
Two universities say pro-Palestine camps are safe, but a former federal treasurer says it’s time for protesters to pack it in.
‘Unacceptable’: Top uni moves on protest
One of Australia’s leading universities has commenced disciplinary action as tensions surrounding a pro-Palestine encampment on campus escalate.
Asbestos concerns ‘until at least 2100’
Health and workers’ rights advocates are pushing ministers to curtail asbestos, warning it could linger into the next century despite being banned in 2003.
Albo: ‘Get serious’ on airport rail
The Prime Minister has called on Melbourne Airport owners to get on with a major infrastructure project to make it easier for passengers.
‘So much more to do’: Inside $3.2bn cash splash
The Victorian state budget has allocated more than $3bn to respond to women’s issues, but some say more is needed.
Budget slammed for making ‘life harder’
Victorians will see fewer infrastructure projects and a multi-billion dollar first homebuyer scheme will be retired in Treasurer Tim Pallas 10th state budget.
Budget winners and losers revealed
Dealing with a massive spend to weather the pandemic, and serious lack of workers, this state budget’s winners are few and far between.
$400 one-off payment for 700,000 families
There will be a $400 bonus for an estimated 700,000 Aussie families in one state’s budget today.
‘Bias’: Fiery debate on right to disconnect
A senior MP has blasted the federal government’s new right to disconnect laws in a fiery debate on television.
Plan to help farmers prepare for drought
The federal government is set to announce “vital” funding to help farmers and regional communities prepare for the next drought.
States’ next move in ‘national crisis’
The nation’s police ministers will listen to experts and people with lived experience as they tackle the increasing scourge of domestic violence.
‘End nonsense’ anti-Israel uni protests
Australian Jewish students have countered what they say is rising anti-Semitism with a rally at a major university, as the opposition calls for campus protests to end.
‘Simply not safe’: Jewish students targeted
In the face of alleged anti-Semitism, Australian Jewish students plan to hold a rally at an Australian university on Thursday.
PM’s $5k payment ‘not enough’ to stop crisis
The extension of a $5000 domestic violence payment adds ‘insult to injury’ and won’t be enough to help women who need assistance fleeing, advocates say.
Staff posed as fake patients for minister
Healthcare workers pretended to be patients when the Health Minister visited so the clinic looked busy.
‘Hungover’: Premier’s wild confession
One state premier was still a bit dusty on the day that she found out her predecessor was stepping down.
MP accused of ‘inappropriate behaviour’
A state MP has been forced out of his party following “further allegations of persistent, inappropriate behaviour” against two women.
Students question uni’s link to weapons
Australian students have joined thousands of university students worldwide who are camping on campuses calling for peace in Gaza.
Treaty ‘critical’ after Voice failure: Premier
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan has made history as the first state leader to front an Indigenous-led inquiry into land justice.
‘Need this’: Contentious energy build divides
The Greens have declared their support for a controversial multibillion-dollar renewable energy project that has inflamed passions and divided a state.
‘These rooms save lives’: Drug addict’s plea
A 20-year heroin user says the Victorian government is putting politics above human life in scrapping a second supervised injecting centre.
‘Not helpful’: Warning on kids’ TikTok ban
Politicians, police and national security figures have all backed tougher age limits on social media, but researchers say otherwise.
Aussies can claim $100m in lost cash
Aussies have millions of dollars sitting unclaimed with the state and territory governments, with one state alone revealing a fund of $100m. See if you’re on the list.
Controversial second injecting room axed
Long-running and controversial plans for a supervised injecting room in an Australian capital CBD have been dumped.
‘Horrifying’: PM’s stark response to crisis
A horrific string of violent incidents has prompted the Prime Minister to call on men to change their attitudes towards women.
Flaw in plan for job-sharing MP
A constitutional law expert has weighed in on the idea of a job-sharing MP after two childhood friends made their plan public.
Dozens arrested at weed picnic
Police have swarmed on a pro-marijuana rally where hundreds where campaigning for the legalisation of the drug.
‘Brutal truth’ after deaths rocked city
A regional Australian city rocked by a shocking run of female deaths has received funding “to ensure women are safe in their own community’.
Period leave offer for public servants
Public servants in one state have been offered hefty cost of living payments and extended reproductive health leave under an agreement between unions and the government.
MP receives kooky ‘priceless’ gift
A Victorian politician has declared a “priceless” and somewhat unusual gift to his official register of interests.
PM honours ‘extraordinary’ Sikh volunteers
Donning a turban out of respect, Anthony Albanese has thanked Sikh volunteers for their commitment to helping Aussies in need.
Brutal rift over major gas claims
A war of words has erupted between two Labor ministers with each other pointing the finger over a major shortfall facing Victoria.
‘More work to do’: e-scooter trial extended
An experiment on e-scooter usage in one Aussie capital city has been extended again, as the government looks to collect as much data as possible.
‘Impossible’: Uni student’s $76k nightmare
Jordyn Avery is a clever young woman with a stable job. But aged only 24, she’s facing what she believes will be a lifetime of debt.
Explosive fallout from anti-trans rights rally
One state’s opposition leader will face three defamation battles after expelling a sitting MP from his party’s ranks after a controversial rally.
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