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Burke Defends 10-Year Jail Terms in New Hate Speech Laws After Bondi Attack

New Hate Speech Laws: 10-Year Jail Terms Proposed

Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke says proposed laws targeting hate speech and guns are a direct response to the Bondi terror attack. The Opposition criticises the speed and religious exemptions.

15/01/2026 08:08

WA Religious Leaders Urge Lasting Peace After Bondi Attack in 2025 Christmas Messages

WA Leaders: Christmas Peace Must Extend Beyond the Season

Western Australian religious leaders share messages of hope and resilience for Christmas 2025, calling for lasting peace in the wake of the Bondi attack and global conflicts. Read their powerful reflections.

20/12/2025 04:30

WA Minister Says Religious Tension Lower Than East After Nazi Symbol Charge

WA Religious Tension Lower Than East: Minister

WA Environment Minister Reece Whitby insists religious tension is lower in WA than eastern states after a man was charged for displaying a Nazi symbol. Read the latest.

17/12/2025 18:03

Union Slams WorkSafe Exemption for Asbestos in ECU Campus Fire Doors

Union Slams Asbestos Exemption at ECU Campus

The CFMEU condemns a WorkSafe exemption allowing asbestos in ECU's Perth campus fire doors. Critics warn it sets a dangerous precedent for worker safety in Australia.

06/12/2025 14:33

WACA Seeks $2.5m Rate Exemption for Decade in Perth Council Plea

WACA asks for 10-year, $2.5m rate exemption from council

The WACA's CEO has formally requested a 10-year exemption from council rates, worth an estimated $2.5 million, to aid the historic ground's financial future. Read the full story.

02/12/2025 14:23

North Queensland's First Hindu Temple to be Built in Townsville

First Purpose-Built Hindu Temple Coming to North Queensland

Townsville celebrates approval for North Queensland's first purpose-built Hindu temple. Hundreds gathered as construction begins on this landmark cultural and religious facility.

25/11/2025 05:51

NSW Revives Anti-Protest Laws for Places of Worship After Court Rejection

NSW Revives Anti-Protest Laws After Court Rejection

The Minns Government reintroduces amended protest laws to protect places of worship after Supreme Court rejection. New bill balances religious protection with protest rights.

18/11/2025 13:54

Coalition Targets Popular EV Subsidy: ACT Drivers Face Higher Costs

Coalition to scrap EV tax break affecting thousands

The Coalition plans to abolish the electric vehicle FBT exemption, potentially increasing transport costs for thousands of Canberra drivers who've embraced the popular subsidy.

16/11/2025 23:16