Hunter youth face cost of living crisis despite employment
New Mission Australia survey reveals Hunter youth are more employed but stressed about housing and living costs. Discover the key findings and what needs to change.
New Mission Australia survey reveals Hunter youth are more employed but stressed about housing and living costs. Discover the key findings and what needs to change.
An 18-year-old camp instructor has been denied bail after being charged with 13 counts of sexually touching children. The alleged incidents occurred at a school camp in October.
Canberra's proportion of federal public servants drops to 35% despite record workforce numbers. Discover how remote work reshapes APS distribution across Australia.
Cairns Regional Council audit uncovers serious procurement breaches in contracts worth millions. CEO warns of disciplinary action as investigation continues.
AGL workers at Torrens Island power station secure enhanced redundancy package after union negotiations. Landmark deal sets precedent for energy transition workers.
Audit reveals Douglas Shire Council paid former employee triple their wage as contractor. Investigation uncovers serious procurement breaches and governance failures.
New data reveals a sharp increase in WA prisoners denied parole, with nearly half of those released breaching conditions. Explore the crisis impacting rehabilitation and community safety.
South Australia announces sweeping education reforms targeting skills development and employment pathways. Discover how these changes will impact students and the workforce.
The family of Perth toddler Aurelia Patel is in a desperate race against time to raise millions for a life-saving heart and lung transplant overseas after Australian options were exhausted.
Ryan Yates sentenced for secretly filming six women at University of Newcastle and creating AI child abuse material. Victims speak of lasting trauma and violation.
A federal public servant has been sentenced to 9.5 years imprisonment for sexually abusing his niece and step-daughter in what the judge called 'abhorrent' crimes that shocked the community.
Cuddles Early Learning in Byford fined $50,000 after toddler escaped into traffic. Learn about the safety failures and court ruling that demands immediate improvements.
Lau Juel Hansen discharged of all child abuse material charges after police investigation. Read the full court outcome and legal details.
A 55-year-old Shoalhaven man has been charged with multiple historic child sex offences involving young girls. Police urge anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers.
Two young Cairns children witnessed their father's prolonged violent assault on their mother before bravely providing assistance. Read the disturbing court details.
Australia's national science agency CSIRO reveals major organizational restructure affecting 357 positions. Minister Ed Husic announces strategic shift to focus on national priorities. Read the full details.
Up to 350 CSIRO research roles face cuts nationally, putting Newcastle's 150 energy research positions in limbo until early 2026. Learn how this impacts Australia's clean energy future.
Ryan Hawkins, former BGC lawyer, sentenced to 9 years prison for 26 child sex abuse crimes. Judge condemns predatory behaviour and distribution of abuse material.
After decades in coal mines, Darryl Best advocates for renewable jobs in mining regions. As global markets shift, he warns political denial threatens communities more than energy transition.
A 15-year-old boy faces charges after a tragic e-bike collision claimed the life of 8-year-old Zeke Hondow in Mountain Creek. The incident has sparked calls for tougher e-bike laws across Queensland.
LNP candidate for Hinchinbrook linked to company that underpaid workers $1.7 million. Read about the political implications and Fair Work investigation.
A Canberra doctor faces serious family violence charges after allegedly choking his child and chasing them with a bat. Case continues in ACT Magistrates Court.
Roblox rolls out mandatory facial age verification for its chat function to protect Australian children from online predators. The new safety feature starts in December.
Associate Professor Tim Moore argues that child protection systems work best when designed with children, not just for them. Their insights create safer, smarter systems.
Australia's national science agency, CSIRO, announces up to 350 job cuts following 818 positions eliminated over past two years. Public sector union calls for government intervention.
ACT Policing is urging witnesses to come forward after a child was struck by a vehicle outside Gold Creek High School in Nicholls last month. The child sustained minor injuries.
WA families face heartbreaking delays of up to five years for autism and ADHD diagnoses, leaving children without vital support. Discover the systemic failures and community-led solutions.
Queensland's child protection inquiry denies government request for confidential staff testimony. Commission insists on transparency in Cairns hearing. Read the latest developments.
Hundreds of jobs secured as The Disability Trust is named preferred buyer for Bedford, South Australia's second-largest disability employer. No job losses expected.
Car Mechanical Services in Canberra is breaking barriers with a free 12-week program for neurodivergent youth and women, tackling labour shortages through inclusive hiring.