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Victorian independent MP Helen Haines is in critical condition at the Alfred Hospital after being deliberately struck by a vehicle outside her Wangaratta office. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grindelwald, Tasmania, a resort near Launceston modelled after the Swiss town, offers unique activities including splash golf and local distillery tastings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

South East Queensland is experiencing heavy rainfall with up to 170mm forecast for coastal areas, causing train service disruptions and traffic chaos on major highways. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Small business owners in Australia are working longer hours for stagnant returns, with 50 per cent experiencing revenue contraction last year despite turnover increases that merely match inflation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 1-800-Medicare helpline has served over one million Australians in its first 10 months of operation, relieving pressure on hospital emergency departments. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Federal Health Minister Mark Butler discusses a significant increase in threats against Australian MPs, with over 1000 credible threats recorded in the past 12 months, double the number from five years ago. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

State MP Tim McCurdy, whose electorate overlaps with Helen Haines' federal seat, has expressed shock at the alleged attack on the independent MP, describing the former nurse and midwife as a dedicated community member who is known for her passionate but non-confrontational approach to public service. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An alleged attack on a Victorian MP has raised urgent questions about surveillance resources for monitoring potential threats and the escalating violence and abuse faced by women in Australian politics, with many female public figures receiving death threats that often go uninvestigated. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confirms a suspect is in detention as a joint counter-terrorism task force investigates whether the attack was politically motivated. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Single Australians face significantly higher monthly expenses than couples, spending approximately $770 more per month according to new ABS data. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victorian independent MP Helen Haines is in critical condition after being struck multiple times by a Toyota Land Cruiser outside her electorate office in Wangaratta. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mortgage brokers are increasingly used by Australians seeking home loans, but recent research reveals more than one in five recommendations from major broking groups weren't for the cheapest loan available. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Turbulence is becoming more common on flights as rising global temperatures increase thunderstorm frequency, with clear air turbulence now posing challenges for pilots as it can strike without warning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monty Python's Spamalot, the Tony Award-winning musical based on Monty Python And The Holy Grail, is playing at the Coliseum Theatre in Western Sydney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samoa's men's Rugby League World Cup team achieved a record-breaking 78-4 victory over France in their opening match, with 11 different try scorers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Special Olympics Australia celebrates its 50th anniversary with a swimming competition at MSAC in Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lakeside Quality Meats in Palm Beach will be shut down by the council. It has been serving free sausages to the community every Saturday for two and a half years, providing food for local families, isolated residents and homeless people. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's migration policy debate intensifies as economic forecasts warn that One Nation's proposed cuts could push the country nearly $300 billion further into debt by reducing the workforce by roughly 800,000 taxpayers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New South Wales Opposition leader Kellie Sloane supports gun owners holding onto their weapons ahead of the state's major gun buyback scheme, which begins in two weeks following the Bondi terror attack. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Australian government faces criticism after revealing it knew three months in advance the Australian Taxation Office would ban credit card payments, yet only notified small businesses eight hours before implementation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Secret federal records released by The New York Times allege that Joey Ippolito, a mob-connected associate, was seen with blood on his hands and a mysterious bag containing a heavy object on the night of the 1994 murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

World Menopause Day highlights the importance of nutrition in managing menopause symptoms affecting 50 per cent of the population. Nutritionist Sarah Di Lorenzo shares her personal perimenopause journey, discussing how dietary changes including increased protein intake, gut health focus, reduced alcohol consumption and specific food choices helped manage symptoms like hot flushes and anxiety. See...

Billionaire Adrian Portelli's offer of fuel at 99 cents per litre has created traffic queues stretching nearly two kilometres in Adelaide. Motorists are limited to one fill-up per day as they take advantage of the heavily discounted petrol prices. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Melbourne Fashion Week 2024 showcases over 600 new designs with a focus on inclusivity and diversity, featuring collections specifically designed for people in their 40s, 50s and beyond for the first time. The event celebrates individual style and creativity with a 'wear the moment' theme that embraces all body shapes, ages and silhouettes. Upcoming summer fashion trends include bold block colours...

Violent protests have erupted across France with more than half a million demonstrators clashing with police in multiple cities. The protests, which began weeks ago as student demonstrations, have escalated dramatically with significant buildings destroyed by fire. Riot squads are deploying water cannons and tear gas against protesters demonstrating about cost of living pressures and fuel costs, w...