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Why Australia's pandemic inquiry fails the pub test
Australia's limited COVID-19 inquiry contrasts sharply with UK's comprehensive investigation. Learn why our review lacks teeth and what it means for future pandemic preparedness.
Hunter clean energy project slammed for biodiversity loss
Key environment group slams Hunter Transmission Project route, warning of irreversible impacts on 66 threatened species. Read the full analysis of this critical NSW energy debate.
Newcastle university voyeur jailed for secret filming
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.
WA EPA passes Woodside carbon capture review to Feds
WA's EPA won't assess Woodside's Browse carbon capture plan, leaving it to federal regulators. The project aims to store 80 million tonnes of CO2. Read the full story.
2800 Amway delegates deliver $13M Cairns tourism boost
Far North Queensland celebrates a $13 million tourism windfall as 2800 Amway Australia delegates descend on Cairns for their annual conference. Discover how this major event boosts local economy.
Student Social Media Use Jumps 200% Since Pandemic
Alarming University of South Australia research reveals daily social media use among students surged from 26% to 85% post-pandemic, creating a 'perfect storm' of addiction.
Mass turtle relocation saves Raine Island nesting site
A groundbreaking conservation project has successfully relocated 64000 turtle eggs from Raine Island to cooler beaches, offering new hope for the world's largest green turtle nesting site. Discover how this innovative approach is combating climate change
Geelong CBD power outage causes widespread disruption
A major power outage hit Geelong's CBD, disrupting businesses and traffic signals. Powercor crews worked to restore electricity to affected areas. Stay updated on restoration efforts.
SA Workers Protest US E-commerce Impact on Local Jobs
Hundreds rallied in Adelaide against US e-commerce platforms threatening South Australian businesses and jobs. Learn how local enterprises are fighting back.
No Bang, Big Impact: 18 Minutes to Armageddon
Kathryn Bigelow's new Netflix film 'A House of Dynamite' explores the terrifying 18-minute countdown to a nuclear strike. Critics are divided, but the film's tense realism delivers a powerful warning.
Home detention cut in fatal crash case
A mother's heartbreak as the supervisor who caused her son's death has his sentence reduced. Read the full story of the Newcastle court case and the family's fight for justice.
Adelaide firm's PPE pivot leads to major success
Discover how the Detmold Group's rapid pandemic pivot created one of the southern hemisphere's largest medical mask operations, producing 145 million masks.
Aussie firm's pandemic pivot to PPE success
How an Adelaide packaging company transformed in 18 weeks to become a southern hemisphere medical mask leader, creating 145 million masks. Discover the story of Australian manufacturing resilience.
Newcastle Baths Renovation Health Concerns Raised
Community group questions Newcastle Ocean Baths redesign, citing pandemic lessons and public health benefits of open-air facilities. Experts warn another pandemic likely.
How Aussie Tech Talent Drives Social Change Through Code
Discover how Australian developers and tech professionals are using their coding skills to drive positive social change and tackle community challenges across the nation.
Australian border patrol flights plummet post-COVID
Exclusive investigation reveals Australia's aerial border surveillance has dramatically declined since COVID-19, sparking national security concerns from Coalition Senator Jonno Duniam.
Australia's Social Reconnection: Reviving Community Spaces
Discover how Australia is breathing new life into local parks, libraries and community centres to combat loneliness and strengthen social bonds in the post-pandemic era.
Adelaide's International Return: Direct NZ Flights Resume
South Australia's international aviation revival takes off as Air New Zealand launches direct Christchurch-Adelaide service, reconnecting families and boosting tourism.
Navitas $188M Hit as Student Caps Bite
Leading education provider Navitas reports massive financial blow as federal government's international student restrictions take dramatic toll on Australia's $40 billion education industry.
Australia Wins as US-China Trade Tensions Ease
As Washington and Beijing take steps to mend trade relations, Australia finds welcome respite from being caught in the middle of the superpower showdown. Discover what this means for our economy.
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.
Roy Hill profit falls to $1.8B amid price slump
Gina Rinehart's mining giant Roy Hill sees significant profit drop as weak iron ore prices and cyclone disruptions hit operations hard, mirroring challenges across WA's mining sector.
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