WA Energy Scandal: All Retailers Overcharged Customers
An investigation into Synergy's $40m billing error uncovers systemic overcharging across all WA energy retailers. Premier Roger Cook expresses extreme anger. Find out if you're affected.
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Cafe owner denies new child abuse charges in Canberra
Dhiren Patel, co-owner of a Canberra cafe, faces new child abuse charges involving a second teenage employee. The accused denies all allegations as case moves to Supreme Court.
WA ATAR exam cyber abuse sparks education warning
Western Australian education authorities issue urgent warning after Year 12 English exam text prompts disturbing online harassment of Indigenous author. Discover how the controversy unfolded and what's being done to address digital abuse.
Australia's systems failing young abuse survivors
Shocking report reveals Australia's support systems are failing young survivors of child sexual abuse, with critical gaps in services and funding leaving vulnerable youth without essential care.
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.
Jailed priest Patrick Holmes guilty of more child sex crimes
Former Catholic priest Patrick Holmes, already serving prison time for child sexual abuse, has been found guilty of additional historical offences against children in Western Australia's District Court.
Geelong man pleads guilty to child abuse material possession
A Geelong man's disturbing collection of child abuse material has been exposed in court, revealing a sophisticated digital operation that spanned multiple devices and platforms.
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.
Bell Partners Champions Hunter Business Resilience
Discover how Bell Partners is driving economic recovery in the Hunter region through strategic partnerships, community investment, and innovative business support programs that build lasting resilience.
Wollongong's economic future: City concierge proposed
Wollongong City Council is considering an innovative 'city concierge' service as part of its new economic strategy to boost local business and attract investment to the Illawarra region.
Defrocked priest faces more child sex charges in WA
Disgraced Catholic priest Patrick Holmes, already serving prison time for child sex offences, now confronts additional historical charges as Western Australian authorities continue investigating his dark past.
Government Overreach: Australia's Dangerous Intervention Trend
Experts warn that increasing government intervention in Australian business and daily life threatens economic freedom and could have serious consequences for our future prosperity.
Labor Faces Mounting Pressure on Economic Management
The Albanese government faces mounting pressure to deliver concrete economic solutions as Australians grapple with cost-of-living pressures and business confidence wavers.
RBA Holds Cash Rate at 4.35% Amid Inflation Pressure
The Reserve Bank of Australia maintains its cash rate at 4.35% for the fifth consecutive meeting, balancing stubborn inflation against economic growth concerns. Find out what this means for your wallet and the economy.
Man strangles ill fiancée during 000 emergency call
A Canberra man has been sentenced after attacking his sick fiancée while she was on the phone with emergency services, in a disturbing case that highlights the brutality of domestic violence.
Prince Andrew's hollow victory in Giuffre case
New revelations about Prince Andrew's civil case settlement raise troubling questions about justice delayed and denied for sexual abuse survivors in Australia and beyond.
WA's GST Battle: Economists Clash Over Billions
A heated debate erupts as experts challenge Saul Eslake's analysis of Western Australia's GST deal, revealing deeper economic tensions affecting every Australian taxpayer.
WA's Economic Boom: People and Property Power Prosperity
Western Australia is experiencing an unprecedented economic surge, fueled by population growth and a thriving property market. Discover how these powerful forces are reshaping the state's future prosperity.
ACT Guardianship Abuse Fears Spark Investigation Calls
Serious concerns about potential abuse within Canberra's guardianship system have sparked demands for an independent investigation into the protection of vulnerable adults.
Ex-Canberra AFL coach faces child abuse charges
Disturbing revelations emerge as former Canberra AFL coach faces multiple child abuse charges, sending shockwaves through local sporting circles.
Illawarra's High-Profile Court Cases This Week
From alleged police assaults to serious domestic violence charges and shocking child abuse material allegations - here's what's unfolding in Illawarra courtrooms this week.
Cape York mining boom to create 500+ jobs
A massive mining development on Queensland's Cape York Peninsula is poised for approval, promising hundreds of local jobs and significant economic benefits for the region.
Ex-MP Gareth Ward jailed for sexual assault convictions
Disgraced former NSW politician Gareth Ward begins two-year prison term after being found guilty of sexually assaulting a teenage boy and a young man while serving as MP.
Newcastle's future threatened by road funding cuts
Newcastle business leaders warn that federal funding cuts to critical road infrastructure could stall the city's growth and development, putting key projects at risk.
Sia's Ex Accuses Her of Substance Abuse in Custody Fight
Explosive court documents reveal Sia's former partner claims the singer is struggling with addiction and shouldn't have custody of their children in this developing Australian entertainment story.
Sexual Violence Costs Australia $2.1 Billion Annually
A landmark report exposes how sexual violence is costing Australia billions annually, with survivors bearing the heaviest financial and emotional burden. Discover the staggering economic impact and urgent call for action.
Sexual Violence's Multi-Billion Dollar Drain on Australia
New analysis exposes how sexual violence isn't just a personal tragedy but a massive drain on Australia's economy, costing billions and impacting workforce participation.
Townsville Business Confidence Plummets After Year of Growth
Townsville's business optimism has hit a 12-month low as new survey data reveals mounting challenges facing local enterprises. Discover what's driving the decline and how businesses are responding.
Why Wealth Taxes Fail: Lessons for Australia
Discover why wealth taxes consistently fail worldwide and what Australia can learn from other nations' costly mistakes in economic policy.
SA introduces protection orders for retail workers
South Australia introduces groundbreaking legislation creating specific protection orders for retail workers facing abuse and violence on the job, with penalties of up to $10,000.
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