NSW lags target on renewable energy
The state of New South Wales (NSW) is facing a significant gap between its 2030 emissions reduction targets and the current pace of renewable...
Australia: Hobart sees hottest night in 112 years
Hobart residents endured the hottest night in 112 years as a severe heatwave persisted across south-east Australia. The Bureau of Meteorology predicts continued extreme...
Australia: Major stores denied price rises to farmers in 15 years
In a Senate inquiry's first public hearing, Australian fruit and vegetable growers revealed that they have not seen price increases from major supermarkets in...
Australians’ jersey finalized for Paris Olympics 2024
When Australian Olympians participate in the upcoming Paris Games, they will don jersey and uniforms adorned with creations by Indigenous artists. Notably, this marks...
Australia announces 12% superannuation on paid parental leave
Beginning in July 2025, parents will receive 12% superannuation, equivalent to approximately $106 per week, as part of the publicly funded paid parental leave...
Can Australian standards protect online safety?
Tech companies argue that upcoming Australian safety standards may inadvertently increase challenges for generative AI systems in identifying and preventing online child abuse and...
Tuvalu to reconsider deal with Australia for security
The recently formed government in Tuvalu has raised concerns about the lack of transparency surrounding a security and migration agreement signed with Australia in...
Australia need higher education reforms
The accord report on higher education in Australia is calling for sweeping reforms as the system aims to accommodate an additional 1 million students...
Australia can announce relief on student Hecs debt
The education minister, Jason Clare, is considering a substantial overhaul of Australia's tertiary education system, which may involve changes to university course fees and...