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Defence's $254M Canberra lease deal exposed

Exclusive details reveal the Department of Defence's quarter-billion dollar property deal in Canberra, securing long-term office space at Brindabella Park with significant taxpayer investment.

Space Terrorism Threat to Australia's Satellites

Australian security experts warn of growing space terrorism risks as our nation becomes increasingly dependent on vulnerable satellite technology for everything from banking to defence.

Perth's $1B+ Riverside Revamp Axed Over Budget

WA Premier Roger Cook's ambitious plan to transform Perth's riverside precinct has been officially scrapped after costs ballooned beyond $1 billion, dealing a major blow to the city's urban renewal hopes.

Big W's $5 Christmas Range Sends Shoppers Wild

Australian shoppers are flocking to Big W for incredible Christmas deals with decorations, gifts and festive essentials starting from just $5. Discover the must-have items everyone's talking about!

Defence relocating staff to new Brindabella Park offices

The Australian Department of Defence is embarking on a significant relocation, moving hundreds of public service staff to a new state-of-the-art office facility at Brindabella Park in Canberra's airport precinct.

Pro-Palestine protesters storm Sydney defence expo

Dozens of pro-Palestine protesters have forced their way into a major defence exhibition in Sydney, targeting companies they claim are supplying weapons to Israel amid the ongoing Gaza conflict.

Austal rescues troubled $2B Army vessel project

Western Australian shipbuilder Austal takes control of design work for the Australian Army's troubled Landing Craft project, aiming to get the critical $2 billion defence program back on track after significant delays and budget concerns.

WA leaders in Canberra GST crisis talks with PM

West Australian Premier Roger Cook and Treasurer Rita Saffioti are racing to Canberra for emergency GST talks with Anthony Albanese, despite previous assurances the tax system wouldn't change. The high-stakes meeting has sparked concerns about WA's financ

WA Defence Firms Ride AUKUS Wave at Perth Expo

Western Australian defence companies are capitalising on AUKUS opportunities at Perth's Indo-Pacific Maritime Exposition, showcasing local innovation to global partners.

Aussie Miners Forge US Rare Earths Alliance

Two Australian mining heavyweights join forces to supply critical minerals to American defence contractors, creating a new Western supply chain for rare earth elements essential for modern technology.

WA Treasurer Slams 'GST Sooks' in Fiery Response

Western Australia's Treasurer Rita Saffioti delivers a fiery response to GST critics, exposing the truth behind WA's mining royalties and why complaining states need to understand the bigger economic picture.

Sydney Mum's $1000 Kids Room Makeover Wows

Discover how one creative Sydney mother transformed her child's bedroom into a stylish sanctuary on a shoestring budget of just $1000. Her budget-friendly decorating hacks and clever upcycling ideas prove you don't need to break the bank for a beautiful s

Australia's Nuclear Submarine Revolution Begins

Exclusive insight into Australia's groundbreaking nuclear reactor preparations as the nation gears up for the AUKUS submarine fleet arrival. Discover how WA is transforming into a global defence hub.

WA Treasurer defends state's GST share allocation

Western Australia's Treasurer Rita Saffioti makes the case for the state's GST allocation, arguing WA's economic success benefits the entire nation through stronger national finances and job creation.

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