Renter charged $4000 for strata CCTV review after theft
A Canberra tenant is taking his strata company to ACAT after they demanded $4000 to review security footage for a police investigation into his stolen motorcycle. Read the full story.
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Doctors Face Legal Action for Withholding Medical Care
A landmark legal case in Australia sees doctors accused of withholding care. Explore the ethical and legal implications for patient rights and medical practice.
Uber passenger ratings: What drivers really think
Rideshare drivers are rating passengers, affecting future ride availability. Discover the key behaviours that impact your score and what this trend means for customer service. Read more.
Taxis must up their game to survive Uber age
Financial expert Nick Bruining argues Australian taxi services need a major overhaul in service, pricing, and technology to compete with ride-sharing giants like Uber. Can they adapt in time?
Nesting birds force woman to live in car amid Homes NSW dispute
A Campbelltown woman, placed in a Wollongong apartment after domestic violence, is living in a hire car due to squalid conditions and nesting birds. Homes NSW says they are working to resolve the issues.
Adelaide Airport Expects 10.5M Passengers in 2026
Adelaide Airport is set for a record-breaking 2026, predicting 10.5 million passengers. Major airline expansions and new international routes are driving the growth. Discover what this means for South Australia.
Cancer patient's Airbnb holiday refund refused
A Melbourne mother undergoing urgent chemotherapy fights Airbnb for a refund after her diagnosis forced her to cancel a family holiday. Discover the policy loophole leaving her thousands out of pocket.
PETA criticises Kim Kardashian's puppy Christmas gifts
Kim and Khloe Kardashian face backlash from PETA after gifting puppies for Christmas. The animal rights group urges adoption from shelters instead. Read the full story.
French Film Legend Brigitte Bardot Dies Aged 90
The world mourns the loss of French cinema icon Brigitte Bardot, who has died at 90. Explore her legendary career, activism, and enduring legacy.
Australian cruise ship stranded on PNG reef, recovery underway
The Coral Adventurer cruise ship remains grounded on a reef off Papua New Guinea. All 123 passengers and crew are safe as recovery efforts continue. Read the latest updates.
Australia's Airport Security to Change in 2025
A significant overhaul of Australia's airport security screening is set for 2025. Learn about the new technology, faster processes, and what it means for your travel.
Pregnant worker wins job back after unfair dismissal
A Sydney warehouse worker fired after revealing her pregnancy has been reinstated. Learn your legal rights and employer obligations around pregnancy discrimination in Australia.
Defying limits: Maree Jenner's journey as an advocate for disability inclusion
Central Coast woman Maree Jenner, living with dwarfism, shares her journey from being told she couldn't be a nurse or teacher to becoming an Australian ambassador for International Day of People With Disability. Discover the ongoing fight for true inclusi
Experts Back Law Change for Child Car Seat Age
Australian road safety experts are calling for new laws to keep children in the back seat until age 13. Learn about the evidence and the push for change.
WA Surrogacy Laws Pass Upper House in Historic Vote
Western Australia's Parliament has passed landmark surrogacy reforms, removing medical infertility requirements and opening access to single men and same-sex couples. The long-awaited bill now heads to the Legislative Assembly.
Australia urged to confront China on human rights abuses
Human rights lawyer David Matas reveals shocking evidence of forced organ harvesting in China over two decades. Discover why Australia's response disappoints activists. Listen to the full podcast.
Victims May Get Final Say on Life Sentence Parole
WA Attorney General Tony Buti proposes giving victims' families veto power over parole for serious criminals serving life sentences. Learn how this reform could reshape justice.
Holocaust Survivor Andrew Steiner Wins International Award
Adelaide Holocaust survivor Andrew Steiner OAM receives inaugural Éva Fahidi Award, warning of troubling parallels with 1930s. Read his powerful message.
Hunter rental crisis: 40+ applications to find home
Former property manager reveals shocking rental market reality in Hunter region. Learn about the application chaos and what's being done to fix Australia's housing crisis.
SA Lawmaker Demands Weapons Export Review
Independent MLC Tammy Franks introduces motion calling for SA Government to divest from companies potentially complicit in Palestinian human rights abuses. Learn more.
Illawarra vigil for women lost to gendered violence
Dozens gathered in Wollongong for a rose vigil honouring 43 Australian women and children killed in gendered violence this year, as local assault rates rise. Learn how to help.
Worst NSW suburbs for rental bond losses revealed
New data exposes Hunter region suburbs where renters are most likely to lose their bond money. Discover which postcodes are costing tenants hundreds.
Perth Man Charged After Police Turn Victim Away
Ryan Tucker faces multiple charges after a domestic violence victim was refused help at a Perth police station. The case highlights systemic failures in victim protection.
Drunk woman assaults bus driver, passengers on ski trip
A 34-year-old woman's vodka-fuelled rampage on a Sydney snowfields bus led to assaults on driver and passengers, followed by disturbing behaviour at Jindabyne police station. Read the shocking details.
Bunbury Prison Officer Investigated Over Inmate Photo
A senior officer at Bunbury Regional Prison faces professional standards investigation after allegedly taking inappropriate photo of an inmate. Full details on the incident.
Geelong Families Hit with Toxic Sand Cleanup Bills
Geelong families confront $500+ cleanup costs after toxic kinetic sand discovery. Learn about the contamination risks and consumer rights in this ongoing product safety crisis.
UN campaign targets tech abuse against women
Australia joins global UN campaign against technology-facilitated abuse. With 1 in 2 Australians experiencing digital abuse, learn how to protect yourself and access support services.
Cairns Airport $55m Upgrade for Busiest Summer Since 2008
Cairns Airport completes $55 million terminal transformation ahead of projected record summer travel. Discover how the upgrades will enhance passenger experience.
Aboriginal teen wrongly arrested at gunpoint on bus
ACT police officers wrongly arrested a 17-year-old Aboriginal teenager at gunpoint on a Canberra bus, sparking outrage over racial profiling and excessive force. Read the full story.
Family evicted from unsafe rental in 24 hours
A Kirwan family was forced to vacate their hazardous rental property with just 24 hours notice after builders deemed it unsafe. Read their shocking story.
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