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Queensland Launches Major Inquiry Into e-Scooter Safety and Laws
The State Development, Infrastructure and Works Committee will probe the benefits, safety risks, and legal gaps around e-mobility devices.
French Negotiator Says New Caledonia at Risk of Civil War
Minister for Overseas Manuel Valls arrived in the French territory a month ago for a second round of negotiations, but the sides seem no closer to agreement.
Is Feverfew the Petal-Powered Migraine Whisperer?
Feverfew is not the flashiest herb in the apothecary. But it’s steady. Particularly for chronic migraine sufferers.
Air New Zealand Further Reduces Its Climate Commitment
New Zealand’s national carrier, which abandoned its 2030 emissions target last year, has now called its current plans ‘guidance’ on its climate efforts.
New Zealand Hit by Life-Threatening Storms
In a rare move, New Zealand’s MetService has upgraded warnings for the capital to red—meaning threat to life—as the entire country is battered by storms.
Dutton Walks Back Curriculum Overhaul Days Before Final Vote
The Liberal leader also said school funding would not decrease under a Coalition government.
Nationals Leader Joins Dutton, Says ABC Should Focus on Facts Not Opinion
David Littleproud also said the ABC had not probed Labor’s costings hard enough.
Dutton Claims Labor Has Backdoor Plans to Bring Back ‘The Voice’
The Coalition leader has seized on comments by Labor Senator Penny Wong.
Albanese Makes Final Pitch: Serving as PM the ‘Greatest Honour of My Life’
In his final pre-poll speech, Albanese criticises Dutton’s leadership style, highlights the contrast between Labor’s stable agenda and Coalition’s uncertainty.
Cannabis or Coal? The Topics Shaping Australia’s Election
The Greens are expected to keep their seats, while smaller parties like One Nation and Clive Palmer’s party are likely to win some seats as well.
Vandalism, Campaign Drama Fails to Shift Voter Sentiment in Key Australian Seat
The contest in Kooyong has become a case study in how campaign theatrics can overshadow policy debate.
Why a Canadian Giant Sees a Bright Future in This Australian Retail Chain
Canadian discount chain Dollarama has paid a pretty penny for The Reject Shop, with plans to open hundreds more stores across Australia.
Not Skynet, but a ‘Comfortable Zoo’: Professor Warns of AI’s Hidden Threat to Humanity
‘The fear is not so much [about] Skynet terminator–the evil robots will kill us all–but by seeking comfort,’ said Paul Darwen.
Church ‘Saddened’ After Being Called a Cult by Prime Minister Albanese
A prominent Australian church has questioned why the prime minister has ’stoked the flames’ of hate.
Probe into CCP-Linked Election Influence to Expand to Labor, Greens
Voters are being urged not to fall prey to interference when they cast their vote in the federal election.
India Soon to Surpass UK as Largest Migrant Community in Australia: ABS
The latest data from the ABS shows that in 2025 there were 963,560 migrants from the UK, and 916,330 from India.
‘We’re All Australians’: Viral Campaigner Says It’s Time to Rethink Welcome to Country
The topic has come under public scrutiny again after a five-minute Welcome to Country address during the Melbourne Anzac Day dawn service was booed.
Interest Rate Cut Hopes Rise as Inflation Holds at 2.4 Percent
Housing, education and food costs rose, but easing rent and insurance kept inflation steady at 2.4 percent, lifting hopes for an RBA rate cut.
Penny Wong Says ‘The Voice’ Will Be Back on the Political Agenda One Day
Comparing the issue to marriage equality, Labor’s Senate leader said people will one day wonder what the fuss was about.
Skip the ABC on Election Night, Dutton Says
Dutton doubles down on ABC criticism, urging voters to ignore ‘hate media’ and trust conversations on the ground ahead of the May 3 election.
