Aboriginal group seeks $1.1bn in damages over Australia mining project The Yindjibarndi Ngurra Aboriginal Corporation filed the landmark case against Western Australia’s state government. Al Jazeera · Feb 19, 2025
How to watch Champions Trophy 2025: TV channel and live stream for cricket today England looking to defy poor recent form in opening match against Australia Evening Standard · Feb 19, 2025
Kuhnemann undergoes ICC testing, awaits fate on action Australian spinner Matt Kuhnemann is set to soon learn if his action is deemed illegal, after being put through ICC biomechanical testing. AAP · Feb 19, 2025
How to Save on a Minivan Rental for Large Group Travel in Australia Traveling with a large group in Australia can be an exciting experience, but transportation costs can add up quickly. Renting a minivan is a practical choice for families, friends, or corporate teams who need space, comfort, and convenience. However, without proper planning, rental costs can exceed your budget. inkl · Feb 19, 2025
Politics with Michelle Grattan: Danielle Wood on how to trim back housing regulations Housing supply in Australia will be a key battleground in the election campaign. With home ownership more and more out of reach for young and not so young Australians, red tape and low productivity are strangling the builder industry just when it needs to be stepping up. The Conversation · Feb 19, 2025
More than 150 false killer whales stranded on beach in Australia’s Tasmania Only 90 of the 157 stranded marine animals appear to still be alive as rescue teams race against the clock to save them. Al Jazeera · Feb 19, 2025
Google, researchers team to teach AI Aboriginal English More Indigenous Australians may be able to use artificial intelligence and access online services as researchers capture more data about the way they speak. AAP · Feb 19, 2025
Civics education is at an all-time low in Australia. Mapping our ‘civic journeys’ may help Although Australia has a strong and proud democracy, it nonetheless faces important challenges. The Conversation · Feb 19, 2025
Clive Palmer echoes Trump in new political party launch The new political party of billionaire mining magnate Clive Palmer echoes the policies of US President Donald Trump by aiming to "make Australia great again". AAP · Feb 19, 2025
Wallaroos brace for sevens challenge in Super Rugby NSW Waratahs captain and Wallaroos flanker Piper Duck believes sevens players bidding to make the 2025 World Cup squad can only boost Australia's chances. AAP · Feb 19, 2025
PM praises Khawaja as a ‘great Australian’ but rejects suggestion he is ignoring Islamophobia Anthony Albanese condemns a suspected Islamophobic attack in a Melbourne shopping centre last week The Guardian - AU · Feb 19, 2025
Pod Of 157 Dolphins Stranded On Remote Australian Beach Dozens of dolphins have died after a pod of more than 150 stranded on a remote beach in Australia's southern island of Tasmania, environment officials said Wednesday. International Business Times · Feb 19, 2025
More than 150 false killer whales stranded on a beach in Australia's Tasmania state More than 150 false killer whales are stranded on a remote beach on Australia’s island state of Tasmania The Independent UK · Feb 19, 2025
Yes, Australia needs new homes – but they must be built to withstand disasters in a warmer world Australia’s housing crisis has created a push for fast-tracked construction. Federal, state and territory governments have set a target of 1.2 million new homes over five years. The Conversation · Feb 19, 2025
The Conversation · Feb 18, 2025 Population panic: how demography is used for political gain Population is far from the seemingly innocuous and bland topic of “people”. We’re not just talking people. We’re talking the very foundation of society, culture, and economy … and it’s deeply fraught. It’s also an effective political point scorer.
The Conversation · Feb 18, 2025 Australian LGBTIQ+ politicians were hit with vile online abuse at the last federal election. The coming campaign could be even worse Newly published research has found clear evidence that openly lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, intersex, and queer+ (LGBTIQ+) Australian politicians were disproportionately targeted with personal abuse on social media at the last federal election. Given global trends, it’s unlikely to be any different this year.
The Guardian - AU · Feb 18, 2025 CFMEU members storm the offices of Queensland Council of Unions – as it happened This blog is now closed
The Guardian - AU · Feb 18, 2025 Morning Mail: Zelenskyy rejects Russian ‘ultimatums’, RBA cut welcomed, $110,000 tickets to political access Ukrainian president says negotiations between US and Russian delegates were ‘held behind Ukraine’s back’; mortgage holders and politicians welcome Tuesday’s interest rate cut
The Conversation · Feb 18, 2025 Australian women will soon be eligible for a menopause health check. Here’s what to expect The federal government has recently pledged to create a new Medicare rebate for menopause health assessments. It’s due to be available from July 1.
The Conversation · Feb 18, 2025 Here’s why increasing productivity in housing construction is such a tricky problem to solve This week, the Productivity Commission released its much-awaited report into productivity growth in Australia’s housing construction sector. It wasn’t a glowing appraisal.
The Conversation · Feb 18, 2025 How to protect more Australian homes from the growing risks of floods, fires and other climate disasters The cleanup is underway in northern Queensland following the latest flooding catastrophe to hit the state. More than 7,000 insurance claims have already been lodged, most of them for inundated homes and other structures.
The Conversation · Feb 18, 2025 More than half of Australia’s homes were built before fire standards came in. Here are 5 ways to retrofit them Houses and fire do not mix. The firestorm which hit Los Angeles in January destroyed nearly 2,000 buildings and forced 130,000 people to evacuate.
Sports Illustrated · Feb 18, 2025 Kyrie Irving Wants to Play in 2028 Olympics, Even If It Means Leaving Team USA Irving may represent Australia in the Olympic Games in 2028.
AAP · Feb 18, 2025 Islamophobia accused sobs in court, victim traumatised A woman charged with attacking two Muslim women in separate assaults at a suburban shopping centre has appeared in court sobbing as she was remanded in custody.
AAP · Feb 18, 2025 Black Hawk helicopters to join Australian defence fleet Twelve Black Hawk helicopters will be used for emergency and counter-terrorism operations in the ADF, after being fast-tracked from the United States.