Hunter rental crisis leaves applicants struggling
A former property manager shares her 'mind-boggling' experience applying for 40+ rentals in Newcastle's competitive market. Learn about the push for regulation.
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Crackdown on Dodgy Business Tactics Exploiting Australians
Assistant Minister for Competition Andrew Leigh announces new measures to protect consumers from unfair practices exploiting busy lives. Read about the coming reforms.
SA Government Announces $2.3B Education Reform
South Australia's government reveals a massive $2.3 billion education overhaul focusing on school infrastructure and teacher training. Learn how this investment will transform classrooms.
Sexual Violence Legal Service extended to 2028
A vital legal service for victim-survivors of sexual violence in the ACT has secured funding until 2028, addressing 'enormous and unmet' demand. Learn how this supports survivors.
Australia's $160bn regulatory crisis revealed
New research shows Australia's regulatory burden costs $160 billion annually, wiping out productivity gains. Discover why both sides of politics are rethinking deregulation.
SA Government Announces $2.3B Education Reform
South Australia's government reveals a massive $2.3 billion education overhaul focusing on infrastructure, teacher training, and student support. Learn how this investment will transform learning outcomes across the state.
Education Priorities: Time to Shift Focus from HSC?
A former NSW Board of Studies worker argues the HSC receives disproportionate resources compared to early childhood education. Read why Australia needs to rethink its educational priorities.
SA Prison Drug Crisis: 70% Report Pre-Conviction Use
Shocking data reveals over 70% of SA prisoners used illicit drugs before conviction. Ex-inmate Merlin Faber demands reform in rehabilitation programs. Read his powerful story.
WA Premier Supports Miners on Environmental Laws
WA Premier Roger Cook backs mining sector demands for environmental law reforms ahead of crucial Senate vote. Industry warns of project delays and job losses.
Labor's 2024 Agenda Stalls as Time Runs Out
The Albanese government faces mounting pressure to deliver on its 2024 agenda as parliamentary time dwindles. Key reforms remain stalled amid political challenges.
Newcastle parking fines revenue doubles despite reform
Newcastle parking fine revenue hits $7.4 million despite state reforms slashing ticketless fines by 94%. Discover how council finances transformed.
Oncologists Fight for Cancer System Changes
Leading Australian cancer specialists reveal systemic failures in treatment access and demand urgent government action to save lives.
Australia Needs Courage to Build Unseen Future
Lanna Hill argues Australia must embrace courage and reshape education to build a future nobody predicted. Discover how we can transform our approach.
Community Power: Edwin Dyson's Educational Journey
From country school to leading Indigenous health data reform, Edwin Dyson's story showcases the transformative power of community support in education and career success.
University Mergers Not Complete Solution: Go8 CEO
Vicki Thomson warns university mergers alone won't fix sector challenges. International student caps and funding reforms also crucial for Australian higher education.
Ley Supports Environment Law Changes With Amendments
Opposition Leader Sussan Ley declares Coalition will back Labor's environmental law overhaul if government makes seven key changes. Critical Senate vote scheduled for next Wednesday.
WA Hospital Funding Crisis Demands Urgent Reform
Western Australia's public hospitals face critical funding shortages due to flawed federal-state agreements. Experts demand immediate reform to protect healthcare services.
Stop making rules about kids without asking them
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.
Victoria's Liberal Leader Tackles $2M/Hour Debt Crisis
New Victorian Liberal leader Jess Wilson vows to tackle state's $2 million hourly debt crisis, promising economic reform, lower taxes and judicial changes. Read her full vision.
Woman needs $500k drug for rare disease CTX
Dominique Roth battles rare CTX disease but the life-changing drug costs $500,000 annually. Her story highlights urgent need for PBS reforms to help Australians with rare conditions.
Perth GPs Criticise Labor's Bulk Billing Incentives
Perth doctors warn Labor's bulk billing plan prioritises quick consultations over quality care. Learn how this impacts healthcare access in Western Australia.
How Compulsory Voting Protects Australian Democracy
Discover how Australia's mandatory voting system creates political stability and prevents extremist takeovers. Learn why this unique system matters for democracy.
$50,000 Arts Degrees Under New Australian Reforms
Australian government reforms will double arts degree costs to $50,000 while cutting fees for 'job-relevant' courses like teaching and nursing. Explore the education shakeup.
Whitlam's Legacy and Australia's Electoral Mandate
Exploring Gough Whitlam's historic 1972 victory and its lasting impact on Australian parliamentary democracy. Discover how minority governments shape policy.
Auckland's Housing Model: Solution for Perth Crisis
Could Auckland's housing reforms solve Perth's property crisis? Experts reveal how New Zealand's approach offers practical solutions for Western Australia's growing challenges.
WA Senator Reveals GST Floor Reality
Senator Dean Smith exposes why WA's GST floor isn't the victory it seems. Discover the hidden costs and political compromises affecting Western Australia's financial future.
Wollongong MP's role in Whitlam dismissal revealed
Fifty years after Australia's constitutional crisis, discover how Wollongong MP Rex Connor's controversial loan dealings helped trigger the Whitlam government's dramatic dismissal. Explore the untold story.
Experts Warn of Potential Constitutional Crisis in Australia
Leading political analysts are drawing unsettling parallels between current political tensions and the 1975 Whitlam dismissal, suggesting Australia's constitutional framework could face unprecedented challenges.
WA Labor revolt over mining sexual harassment failures
Western Australia's Labor government confronts mounting internal pressure as mining companies show disappointing uptake of crucial sexual harassment program, sparking outrage among party members.
Greens MP blocks conservative VAD bill in NSW
Greens MP Amanda Cohn has opposed Susan Carter's voluntary assisted dying legislation, arguing it creates unnecessary barriers for terminally ill patients in NSW.
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