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Northern Territory’s Children’s Commissioner resigns in protest as government pushes forward with controversial child protection reforms that critics say will ease removals—especially for Aboriginal children—without adequate consultation or evidence, sparking outrage from health, legal, and human rights groups who warn it risks deep cultural harm and systemic failure. Listen in comfort: Get a disc...

Canberra Hospital just launched Australia’s first center for complex immune diseases — a game-changer that treats the root cause, not just the symptoms. Using cutting-edge tech to decode genetics and immune systems, it’s giving patients like one man’s daughter a second wind, adding years to his life after failed treatments. The result? Fewer meds, more freedom, and a dramatic boost in quality of l...

When Telstra’s massive outage left millions without service, blame flew fast — with the shadow minister pointing fingers at the government while questions swirl about whether her own emergency network “test” made things worse. The real issue? Why can’t phones auto-switch to other networks like Optus or Vodafone during outages — especially in emergencies? As Australians demand more resilient infras...

Tennant Creek erupted in colour and pride as hundreds gathered for a vibrant NAIDOC Week march and the grand reopening of the newly revitalized Nyinkka Nyunyu Art and Cultural Centre — a $10 million cultural hub rebuilt to celebrate Warumungu heritage and ignite tourism. Traditional owners Ross Jakamarra Williams and Michael Jampin Jones led the celebration, honoring elders past while spotlighting...

Australia’s antisemitism envoy pushes for a new oversight body to monitor ABC and SBS coverage of Israel, sparking debate with the network’s editorial director. Meanwhile, Telstra reassures the public about its emergency system after a nationwide outage, even as a shadow minister faces backlash for testing the lines. Amid global headlines, France and Morocco prepare for a high-stakes World Cup qua...

A parliamentary committee has accused Sally Dowling, the Director of Public Prosecutions, of giving false evidence in a damning 4-3 vote — a move the Attorney-General calls a “stitch-up.” The controversy erupted from a leaked juvenile case that reached a radio station, sparking a probe that shifted from child protection to questioning Dowling’s integrity. The committee now suggests creating a new...

Politicians are doubling down on social media and podcasts to connect with new audiences—ministers dancing, health officials doing ASMR, backbenchers riding trends. But it’s not all smooth sailing: the PM dodged a “shag, marry, date” podcast question with a Kylie Minogue answer (and an apology), while juggling foreign policy, including a new Fiji defense pact and Solomon Islands meetings—just as C...

Australia and India are forging a landmark trade deal to supercharge exports and unlock new opportunities, with Australia’s uranium set to fuel India’s ambitious nuclear energy expansion—aimed at powering its AI-driven data centers and green energy future. While the partnership deepens in defense and space, environmental groups raise alarms over uranium exports and India’s nuclear safeguards. This...

France stunned with grit over Paraguay, proving their flashy style can’t be intimidated. Spain’s iron defense held Portugal scoreless for five games, with a late Mikel Merino winner sealing their fate. Argentina clawed back from a Messi penalty miss to score three in 13 minutes, proving champions never quit. Morocco’s ruthless efficiency dismantled Canada with minimal shots, adapting their game to...

The State of Origin series finale shattered records, becoming the highest-rated TV program of the year with 4.29 million average viewers and a total audience of 6.032 million—including 1.685 million streaming online, up sharply from last year. This surge comes on the heels of the NRL’s record-breaking $5.3 billion broadcast deal, proving the league’s massive appeal. New South Wales edged out Queen...

A massive Telstra outage crippled Australia’s digital infrastructure, costing the economy hundreds of millions and grinding small businesses to a halt—some losing thousands per hour as calls went unanswered and operations stalled. From cafes to tradespeople, the ripple effects were felt nationwide, with Telstra now weighing compensation while businesses are urged to first complain directly before...

A 25-year-old man with schizophrenia was found not criminally responsible for fatally stabbing his 61-year-old housemate in Tweed Heads West after a dispute over cannabis — psychological reports revealed he was experiencing psychosis and auditory hallucinations, including voices allegedly commanding him to act. The victim, a compassionate woman who cared for her elderly mother, was described as ki...

Tasmania’s viral seal star Neil is back in the ocean—after five years of charming crowds with his roadside antics, this 1,000kg southern elephant seal is following his natural rhythm. While fans mourn his departure, experts reassure that his twice-yearly land visits are part of his biology. Authorities urge respectful viewing from 20 meters away and dogs kept at 50 meters, as Neil heads southwest...

A tragic murder has shaken Galiwinku on Elcho Island, where a 17-year-old girl was found dead with blunt force injuries. A 34-year-old man, her partner, has been arrested and charged with murder. Police are working closely with the community as the investigation continues, with an autopsy completed and a court appearance set for Friday. The community mourns the loss of a young life in a deeply aff...

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Larvotto Resources is reviving the historic Blockade copper mine near Mount Isa after drilling confirmed rich copper mineralization still lies deep beneath the old pit — a major win for copper’s critical role in global energy infrastructure. The company exercised its option, swapping $400K in shares for the rights to explore, develop, and mine, with an option to buy the lease outright for $1M plus...

Western Australian Labor has chosen local powerhouse Georgia Tree to challenge in the Secret Harbour byelection — a seat now under intense scrutiny as One Nation eyes it hard. Tree, a seasoned insider with ties to both federal government and Woodside, brings deep community roots and a clear pro-gas stance. Backed by Premier Roger Cook and former MP Paul Papalia — whom she even knew from high schoo...

When Telstra’s nationwide outage hit, it exposed how fragile our systems are — especially for the vulnerable. An 89-year-old woman with dementia fell and couldn’t get help because her phone was dead and she feared strangers. Meanwhile, a senator’s claim of a death linked to the outage sparked alarm — but police and officials say there’s no evidence to back it up. Telstra responded by conducting ov...

A K2 Airways cargo plane vanished over the Arabian Sea en route from the UAE to Karachi, with all five crew members still missing. Radar showed a rapid descent before contact was lost, and rescue teams are battling rough seas and deep underwater wreckage to find survivors or debris. The crew—Captain Muhammad Rizwan Idris, First Officer Faisal Jatoi, flight engineers Muhammad Hamid and Muhammad Ari...

Swimming Australia is taking a bold stand against fake news by launching a new website feature that exposes fabricated social media content with red crosses—directly countering the damaging misinformation targeting their athletes. Olympic champions Kyle Chalmers and Mollie O’Callaghan have faced emotional tolls from false stories and quotes, prompting the organization to act proactively rather tha...

The work-from-home era is quietly reversing—companies are slowly nudging employees back into offices, with mandated days rising from 3.4 to 3.6 per week. Driven by a domino effect, businesses feel emboldened to follow suit, but hurdles like policy changes, global events, and employee pushback keep the future uncertain. Flexibility won’t vanish, but the office is creeping back in—slowly, and uneven...

Fremantle’s 14-game winning streak came crashing down in a stunning upset against the Giants in Canberra, ending their dominance and throwing a wrench into their premiership charge. Built on height and firepower, the Dockers’ strategy—led by towering forwards like Treacy, Voss, and Amiss—had been nearly unstoppable, but the Giants flipped the script with relentless physicality, smart contest contr...

Egypt is demanding FIFA investigate致命 refereeing errors that they believe cost them their World Cup hopes, specifically targeting French official Francois Letexier and his team. Down three goals to two after a controversial disallowed goal and a flurry of questionable calls, Egypt’s coach Hossam Hassan called the win “undeserved” and the officiating “unfair,” prompting the Egyptian Football Asso...

Liam Martin and Hudson Young powered New South Wales to a gritty State of Origin series decider win, embodying relentless intensity and Origin toughness. Young delivered a breakout performance, energizing the Blues’ forwards, scoring a late try, and drawing fierce Queensland hostility. Martin, returning after missing the first two games, led with 100 tackles and defensive grit, proving why he’s a...

Country artist Jeanette Wormald’s digital life went haywire when AI bots hijacked her old website, plastering it with fake images of her and links to shady medical products—turning her likeness into cash without consent. Compounding the chaos, her YouTube channel faced copyright strikes over songs from her 2014 album, forcing her to scramble for a fix. The whole ordeal feels like a sci-fi thriller...