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New Welfare Laws Alarm Human Rights Experts

Controversial new legislation gives the Australian government unprecedented powers to suspend welfare payments, raising serious human rights concerns among legal experts and advocates.

Illawarra Birth Group Fights Freebirth Ban

A controversial Illawarra birth collective is fighting back against proposed freebirth restrictions, arguing women deserve autonomous choice in childbirth options despite safety concerns.

Hot Australian Sexual Wellness Brands to Shop Now

Discover the innovative Australian sexual wellness brands transforming intimacy and self-care across the nation. From luxury toys to body-positive education, explore what's heating up bedrooms from Sydney to Perth.

2025 Shonky Awards: Australia's Worst Rip-Offs Named

Australia's most dubious products and services have been named and shamed in the 2025 Shonky Awards, with everything from misleading insurance to questionable education courses making the hall of shame.

Flight Bumping: Your Rights When Airlines Overbook

Discover what compensation you're entitled to and your legal rights when Australian airlines oversell flights and bump passengers. Don't get left behind without knowing your protections.

Perth Zoo's Last Elephant Moves to Monarto Safari Park

In an emotional milestone for Australian wildlife conservation, Perth Zoo's last remaining elephant has completed a historic relocation to South Australia's Monarto Safari Park, marking the end of an era for Western Australian elephant exhibits.

Sri Lankan AI Engineers Find New Home in Geelong

Discover how two Sri Lankan software engineers turned their AI ambitions into a new life in Geelong, contributing to Victoria's growing tech ecosystem while embracing the Australian coastal lifestyle.

CHOICE Shonky Awards 2025: Big Brands Shamed

Australia's consumer watchdog CHOICE has exposed some of the nation's biggest brands for questionable practices in their annual Shonky Awards, with Commonwealth Bank, Temu and health insurer HCF among the major names called out.

Australia Forces Reddit, Kick to Ban Under-16 Users

Major social media platforms including Reddit and Kick have been added to Australia's growing list of digital services required to implement strict age verification or face substantial penalties.

Voluntary Assisted Dying Legal in Canberra

Canberra residents now have access to voluntary assisted dying, marking a historic shift in end-of-life care options in the ACT. Learn about the eligibility criteria and safeguards.

Luxury Escapes: 70% Off Bali Resorts & Hotels

Australian travellers can score unbelievable deals on luxury Bali resorts, hotels and cruises with Luxury Escapes' massive sale offering up to 70% off premium accommodations.

Australia's east coast braces for wild weather system

Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane residents are being warned to prepare for another round of severe weather as an extensive cloud system sweeps across Australia's eastern states, bringing heavy rain and potential flooding.

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