Cook Govt Urges Patience on Stamp Duty Reform
WA Premier Roger Cook asks for patience on stamp duty reform while Perth Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas pushes for immediate action. Explore the debate on housing affordability.
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Two Toddlers Critical After Sunshine Coast Multi-Vehicle Crash
An off-duty doctor provided critical first aid after a multi-vehicle collision at Banya near Caloundra. Two young sisters are fighting for life. Police are investigating.
Zempilas Proposes 10 Tax Reforms for First Home Buyers
Perth Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas outlines 10 key tax reforms to help first home buyers enter the property market. Read his plan to ease the financial burden.
Teens in crisis contact Kids Helpline after social media ban
Vulnerable Australian teens report increased distress and isolation following the under-16s social media ban, with Kids Helpline receiving nearly 100 related contacts. Experts and parents grapple with the consequences.
Perth House Prices to Hit $1M, Squeezing First-Home Buyers
Perth's property market is on track for a $1 million median house price, creating a nightmare for first-home buyers. Experts call for urgent supply and tax reforms to address the crisis.
Call of Duty Creator Vince Zampella Dies in Car Crash
Vince Zampella, co-founder of Infinity Ward and creator of Call of Duty, has died in a fiery car crash in California aged 55. Read the tragic details and tributes.
SA Liberals Dump Stamp Duty Deadline, Policy in Chaos
South Australia's Liberal opposition has scrapped its deadline to abolish stamp duty, creating uncertainty for homebuyers. Discover the political fallout and what it means for property affordability.
Ford Ranger Super Duty's Punishing Australian Testing
The Ford Ranger Super Duty, designed and tested in Australia, undergoes extreme validation for remote work. Available mid-2026 from $93,990. Discover its rugged features.
WA's $1.2b Stamp Duty Windfall Sparks Tax Reform Debate
Western Australia's stamp duty revenue has surged to $1.2 billion, far exceeding forecasts. This windfall highlights the urgent need for broader state tax reform to create a fairer and more stable system. Read the full analysis.
WA Government's $1bn Stamp Duty Benefit from Housing Crisis
The WA government is collecting a $1 billion stamp duty windfall as a housing mobility crisis locks people in place. Discover the impact on homeowners and the call for tax reform.
Jets' Best-Ever Season Start Paused for Internationals
The Newcastle Jets' unbeaten A-League Women start is on hold as six players depart for international duty, forcing a fixture postponement. Coach Hoyle sees a silver lining.
Former rugby player sentenced for Newcastle punch
Former Tongan test rugby player Penikolo Kula Latu receives a community sentence for a one-punch assault that left an off-duty police officer with serious injuries at a Newcastle nightclub.
Newcastle councillors can't ignore ocean baths roof advice
Newcastle councillors receive clear technical advice that open-air dressing rooms at Newcastle Ocean Baths contravene modern design standards, creating legal obligations.
REIWA's 10-Point Plan for WA Housing Affordability
REIWA proposes stamp duty relief for first home buyers and seniors to stabilise WA's property market. Discover their 10-point budget plan for housing.
Govt pushes digital duty of care for social media
The Albanese government announces digital duty of care legislation requiring tech giants to proactively prevent harm on social media platforms. Have your say now.
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