QLD's $12k Renewable Energy Social Licence Toolkit
Queensland councils face $12,000 cost for social licence toolkit to navigate community renewable energy projects. Learn how this impacts Australia's green transition.
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Tenders Open for New Youth Detention Facility
WA government opens tenders for new therapeutic youth detention centre at Banksia Hill, replacing controversial Unit 18. Construction timeline extends to 2028.
Meta faces $112M tax hit in Australian news battle
Albanese government pushes ahead with news media bargaining incentive, forcing tech giants to pay for Australian news content or face significant tax penalties.
Minister Rejects Inhumane Treatment Claims at Youth Jail
Queensland's Minister Di Farmer refutes allegations of inhumane conditions at Cleveland Youth Detention Centre, defending staff and facility management. Read the full investigation.
Council denies Helensburgh apartment block rumours
Wollongong City Council has officially denied social media rumours about apartments replacing the Helensburgh Community Centre, confirming plans for a new facility by 2028.
New Leaders Forge Genuine Path to Reconciliation
Discover how Professors Emma-Jaye Gavin and Andrew Gunstone are leading a groundbreaking, multi-layered approach to Indigenous truth and justice in Australia. Learn what real allyship means.
Empire Family Leaves Australia Over Social Media Ban
The Empire Family, with over 6 million followers, is relocating from Perth to London ahead of Australia's new social media restrictions for children under 16. Discover why they're leaving.
Townsville District Court November 11 Cases & Outcomes
Townsville District Court delivers justice on November 11 with multiple sentencings and case resolutions. Get the latest court updates and legal proceedings from North Queensland.
Cairns District Court November 11 Sentencing Results
Cairns District Court handed down multiple sentences on November 11, including jail time for serious assault and drug trafficking cases. Read the full courtroom outcomes.
99yo Perth JP retires after 45 years service
Ian Goyder, one of Perth's most beloved community figures, has officially retired from his role as Justice of the Peace at age 99, concluding an incredible 45-year journey of voluntary service that touched thousands of lives across Western Australia.
$800 Fine for Poorly Drafted Facebook Message
A Wollongong man learns the expensive lesson that careless Facebook messaging can lead to serious legal consequences and financial penalties in Australian courts.
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.
Australia's prosperity paradox: wealth up, wellbeing down
New analysis reveals Australia's prosperity paradox - we're richer than ever but our wellbeing is declining. Discover what's missing from our national success story.
WA Government sells affordable apartments for $18 million
The Cook Government has sold 18 affordable housing apartments in East Perth for $18 million as part of a landmark project aimed at helping low-income earners get into the property market.
AFL couple fights online trolls over wedding photos
AFL star Toby Pink and his bride Chloe are speaking out after cruel online trolls attacked their beautiful wedding celebration, calling for change in how social media handles cyberbullying.
How Aussie Tech Talent Drives Social Change Through Code
Discover how Australian developers and tech professionals are using their coding skills to drive positive social change and tackle community challenges across the nation.
Cairns District Court November sittings announced
The Cairns District Court prepares for its November sittings, bringing crucial legal proceedings and judicial services to the Far North Queensland community from November 6.
LNP pledges jail for juvenile bail breaches in QLD
LNP candidate for Hinchinbrook pledges to introduce mandatory detention for juvenile offenders who breach bail conditions, sparking debate about youth crime solutions in Queensland.
Perth's Melbourne Cup 2025: Ascot Racecourse Celebration
The spirit of the Melbourne Cup came alive in Perth as fashionable racegoers descended upon Ascot Racecourse for Western Australia's premier spring racing celebration. From stunning fascinators to perfectly tailored suits, discover how Perth's social elit
Perth's Glamorous Melbourne Cup Celebration at Ascot
Ascot Racecourse transformed into a sea of fascinators and fashions as Perth's elite celebrated Melbourne Cup 2025 in spectacular style. Discover the glamour, the winners, and the unforgettable moments from WA's premier racing event.
Perth's Lawson Flats Hosts Epic Halloween House of Horrors
Perth's elite social scene came alive with a spectacular Halloween celebration at Lawson Flats, featuring stunning costumes and spooky transformations that turned the luxury venue into a haunted mansion.
4chan Skirts Australia's Social Media Age Ban: Expert Explains
Australia's new social media age restrictions have a dangerous gaping hole - and 4chan is slipping right through. A leading cyber safety expert explains why this notorious platform remains accessible to under-16s.
Australia's New Social Media Age Law Protects Kids
Australia introduces groundbreaking legislation requiring parental consent for under-16s on social media platforms, with age verification technology and hefty penalties for non-compliance.
Cairns District Court November hearings commence
The Cairns District Court convenes this November to address a docket of local cases, from serious assaults to commercial disputes, as Queensland's justice system continues its regional circuit.
Katter's Party defends offshore social media team
Katter's Australian Party faces scrutiny after revealing their social media operations are run by a team in Sri Lanka, sparking debate about local jobs and political transparency.
Australian Schools Ban Roblox, Approve Reddit
Australian schools are implementing sweeping social media bans, with Reddit getting the green light while Roblox faces exclusion in new national safety guidelines.
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.
Australia targets Reddit, Kick in under-16 social media ban
The Australian government is expanding its proposed social media ban to include Reddit and Kick, with Communications Minister Michelle Rowland pushing for age verification technology to protect minors online.
Russian trolls paid to hijack Australian immigration debate
Exclusive investigation reveals coordinated pro-Russian disinformation campaign targeting Australian social media, with paid influencers sowing division about immigration policy.
Townsville's Melbourne Cup event dazzles at The Pavillion
The Pavillion was transformed into a scene of high fashion and thrilling racing action as Townsville celebrated the Melbourne Cup in style. Discover all the glamour and excitement from the event that had everyone talking.
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