WA Teachers Overwhelmed by Student Needs Surge
A shocking new survey reveals Western Australian teachers are struggling to cope with a dramatic surge in students with complex needs, calling for urgent government action and more support.
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Kiama Depot Site to Become 450 New Homes
Kiama's former council depot is poised for a dramatic makeover with plans for 450 new homes, promising to address the housing crisis while revitalising prime coastal land.
WA Housing Minister Backs Density Despite Approval Failures
Exclusive analysis shows Perth's infill housing targets are failing as John Carey admits to 'density challenges' while defending the state government's housing strategy amid a deepening crisis.
Food Crisis Grips Regional NSW Communities
Soaring food prices and shrinking household budgets are creating a hunger epidemic across regional NSW, with charities struggling to meet unprecedented demand as families face impossible choices.
WA Police crisis: Officers fleeing in record numbers
Western Australia's police force faces an unprecedented exodus as undervalued officers leave the service, creating a staffing crisis that threatens community safety across the state.
WA's Christmas Crisis: Soaring Costs Hit Families Hard
Soaring food prices and unaffordable rentals are pushing Christmas celebrations out of reach for many Western Australian families, with charities reporting unprecedented demand.
Australia's gambling ad crisis harming mental health
Exclusive investigation reveals how Australia's saturation of gambling advertisements is creating a national mental health emergency, with vulnerable Australians paying the ultimate price.
NSW Childcare Crisis: Fees Set to Skyrocket
Exclusive investigation reveals how NSW childcare centres are struggling to survive, potentially forcing fees higher and leaving families in limbo.
Medicare Reforms Risk Quality GP Care in Australia
Major medical bodies warn that proposed Medicare changes could force bulk-billing clinics to close and reduce appointment times, putting quality healthcare at risk across Australia.
WA Housing Crisis: Building Approvals Crash Amid Shortage
New data reveals Western Australia's housing shortage has intensified with building approvals hitting concerning lows. Experts warn the situation requires urgent government action to address the growing crisis.
Liberal Party in Panic Mode: Calls for Calm
Australia's Liberal Party faces internal chaos as senior figures urge colleagues to step back from the brink and reconsider their panicked approach to current political challenges.
Liberals scramble as net zero coalition collapses
Australia's Liberal Party faces a political crisis as key net zero partners withdraw, triggering urgent emissions policy revisions that could reshape the nation's climate approach.
Nationals ditch net zero as Tomago crisis threatens jobs
Australia's political landscape shifts dramatically as the Nationals abandon their net zero commitment following the collapse of energy negotiations for Tomago Aluminium, putting 1,000 direct jobs and regional economy at risk.
Optus CEO Resists Resignation Over Triple Zero Failures
Optus CEO Stephen Rue faces intense Senate scrutiny as he refuses to step down following a nationwide network outage that prevented triple zero calls and has been connected to three fatalities across Australia.
Earth's Vital Signs Failing: Climate Emergency Deepens
A shocking new report reveals Earth's climate indicators are deteriorating at unprecedented rates, with 20 of 35 planetary health metrics now at record extremes.
SA Voting Crisis: Record Low Turnout Sparks Compulsory Vote Calls
South Australia faces a democratic emergency as local council elections record alarmingly low voter participation, sparking urgent calls for compulsory voting reforms.
Perth's paediatric crisis leaves 12,000 kids waiting years
Western Australia faces a devastating paediatrician shortage as waiting lists explode to 12,000 children, with some families waiting over four years for essential medical care.
Aboriginal Youth Mental Health Crisis: Cultural Safety Needed
New research reveals alarming gaps in mental health services for Indigenous youth, with experts demanding urgent action on culturally appropriate care.
Childcare worker charged over alleged toddler slapping
A childcare worker in northwest Sydney has been suspended and charged after allegedly slapping a three-year-old child at a Dundas early learning centre, sparking police investigation.
Whitlam Dismissal: Democracy's Fragile Moment
Nearly 50 years later, the dramatic dismissal of Prime Minister Gough Whitlam remains a stark reminder of Australian democracy's vulnerability and the enduring power of constitutional crises.
WA Premier's 'lazy' energy stance sparks outrage
Mark McGowan faces fierce criticism after delaying Western Australia's energy roadmap by two years, telling industry to 'lead the transition' while renewable projects stall across the state.
Coroner: Toddler's daycare fence death preventable
A Northern Territory coroner has ruled the tragic death of toddler Ebony Thompson, who became entangled in a fence at a Darwin childcare centre, could have been prevented with proper safety measures.
NSW Premier's ultimatum to Tomago Aluminium owners
Chris Minns demands clarity from Australia's largest aluminium smelter as energy crisis threatens thousands of Hunter Valley jobs and regional economy.
Tomago Could Incinerate Sydney's Waste in Landfill Crisis
As Sydney's landfills reach capacity, a controversial proposal could see Hunter's Tomago facility burning the city's waste. Explore the environmental debate and regional implications.
Ex-Children's Centre Director Jailed for Theft
A former Weston Creek Children's Centre director has been sentenced to jail after pleading guilty to stealing over $150,000 from the community facility.
Soaring Power Prices Threaten WA Mining Jobs
Chamber of Minerals and Energy warns skyrocketing electricity costs are putting WA's resources sector at risk, calling on the Cook Government to intervene before massive job losses occur.
Tomago Smelter Crisis: Economic Disaster Looms
The potential closure of the Tomago aluminium smelter threatens thousands of jobs and could send shockwaves through Australia's manufacturing sector, with industry experts warning of catastrophic consequences.
Greens, Liberals force audit of $10b housing fund
In a rare bipartisan move, the Greens and Liberal Party have successfully pushed for an Australian National Audit Office investigation into the government's $10 billion Housing Australia Future Fund, raising questions about the fund's management and trans
WA's Regional Housing Crisis Blocks Affordable Living
Western Australia's regional towns offer affordable living and stunning landscapes, but a severe housing shortage is preventing Australians from seizing the opportunity.
WA's Infrastructure Gridlock Crisis Exposed
Western Australia faces a perfect storm of infrastructure failures as population growth overwhelms transport networks, creating daily chaos for commuters and threatening economic productivity.
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