Australia
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Institutional Failure: Australian Government Admits to Unlawful Cancellation of 300,000 Centrelink Payments
The Australian government has admitted that approximately 300,000 welfare payments were unlawfully cancelled due to an automated system glitch, raising fresh concerns over the ethics of algorithmic governance.
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ACCC Launches Preliminary Probe into Uber Eats Over Exclusive Retail Partnerships
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is investigating Uber Eats following a complaint by Mitre 10, which alleges that exclusive deals with Bunnings and others hinder market competition.
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Australia’s Strategic Pivot: Addressing Health Crises and Strengthening Quad Minerals Cooperation
Australia faces a dual challenge: managing a rare diphtheria outbreak while cementing its role in the Quad’s critical minerals supply chain to bolster regional economic security.
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Leadership Crisis at RACP: President-Elect Suspended by ACNC
he ACNC has suspended Dr. Sharmila Chandran, citing ongoing safety violations that posed risks to staff, leaving a leadership gap at the RACP.
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Fatal Shark Attack at Rottnest Island Highlights Rising Marine Safety Concerns in Western Australia
A 38-year-old man has died following a suspected shark attack at Horseshoe Reef near Rottnest Island, as authorities report a surge in fatal marine encounters across Australia.
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Adam Goodes Appointed Inaugural First Nations Ambassador at Adelaide University
Former AFL champion Adam Goodes has been named the inaugural First Nations Ambassador at Adelaide University, spearheading a strategic effort to improve Indigenous student retention and research output.
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Federal Court Awards Record $150 Million Native Title Compensation to Yindjibarndi People
In a landmark decision, the Federal Court of Australia has ordered Fortescue to pay $150.1 million to the Yindjibarndi people for unauthorized mining operations on their traditional lands in the Pilbara region.
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IKEA Expands Garlic Press Recall After Metal Shard Reports
IKEA has expanded its recall of the 365+ VÄRDEFULL garlic press to Australia, warning of a production defect that causes metal shards to detach during use.
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One Nation candidate faces backlash over Albury doctor remark
One Nation candidate David Farley is under pressure to apologize after a heated exchange with an Albury doctor during a televised forum on the eve of the Farrer by-election.
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Wesfarmers pivots to construction with $100M housing venture
Retail giant Wesfarmers is entering the construction sector through a $100 million joint venture with Built Group, aiming to slash apartment build times by 50 percent.
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Jenny Morris Named to Australian Music Hall of Fame
New Zealand-born singer-songwriter Jenny Morris has been officially announced as an inductee for the 2026 ARIA Hall of Fame, marking a significant career milestone.
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RBA Poised for ‘Hormuz Hike’ as Inflation Pressures Mount
The Reserve Bank of Australia is widely expected to deliver a third consecutive interest rate hike this week, driven by surging energy-led inflation and geopolitical instability in the Middle East.
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Gerringong’s Tasman Drive Faces Gridlock After Viral Fame
A quiet coastal street in New South Wales has become an unexpected tourism hotspot, prompting local authorities to consider traffic restrictions.
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NAB Earnings Reveal Strategic Pivot Amid Global Market Volatility
National Australia Bank reports mixed half-year results as it navigates software capitalisation charges and shifts in the global economic landscape.
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James Valentine: The Final Lessons of a Radio Icon
Beloved Australian broadcaster James Valentine, known for his decades on Sydney radio, has passed away following a terminal cancer diagnosis, leaving behind a legacy of joy and gratitude.