South Australia To Crack Down On Pet Mistreatment And Provoked Attacks With High Penalties
With new pet ownership regulations, South Australia wants to outlaw puppy mills and impose stiffer punishments for dog attacks.
Israel-Hamas Conflict: Australian Medics Part Of New Red Cross Hospital Staff In Rafah
The humanitarian situation worsens as the Red Cross operates a hospital in Rafah with Australian medical personnel amid Israeli bombing.
Qantas Scraps Sydney-Shanghai Route Due To Low Demand
Qantas canceled Sydney-Shanghai flights because of the sluggish recovery in China travel, while a new route between Brisbane and Manila was launched.
Boat Arrivals Continue Amid Australia's Tough Border Policy, 4 Asylum Seekers Found Near Broome
Australia has a complicated web of regulations governing asylum seekers. Those attempting to arrive by air or sea must navigate a challenging route.
Australian National University Cracks Down On Pro-Palestine Protesters Following Reports Of Nazi Salute
According to the allegations that emerged on Wednesday, two students performed a Nazi salute and impersonated Hitler during a Zoom meeting hosted by the university's Students' Association.
NSW Braces for More Rain, Flooding After Wettest May in a Decade
Following record May rains that threatened to saturate regions and overrun Warragamba Dam, NSW prepared for further rain and floods.
India Tariff Lift Sparks Export Boom For Aussie Chickpeas
Aussie chickpea exports boom as India lifts tariffs, sparking trade revival.
Reece Kershaw's Two-Year Reappointment Extends His Tenure as AFP Commissioner Until 2026
Reece Kershaw's reappointment as Commissioner of the AFP is a testament to his dedication to public safety and his thirty-year career in law enforcement.
Aussie Supermarkets Battle Soaring Theft With High-Tech Tracking And Gates
Australian shops use high-tech gates, CCTV, and face recognition to combat the alarming 85% meat theft rate. Experts believe organized crime is involved.
Australian Banks Shower Investors With Cash As Profits Tumble
Plans from Australian banks A$4.5 billion in share buybacks in the face of intense competition for mortgages have people worried about long-term growth plans.
Avalon Eyes Opportunity As Victoria Threatens Station Shift
Because of disagreements with Melbourne Airport, the government is considering a train route to Avalon Airport, which might cause a detour for Melbourne's airport rail link.
TAC Condemns Coroner's Office For Inconsiderate Treatment Of Ancestral Remains
The coroner's office still treats Tasmanian Aboriginal people unfairly. TAC demands a probe and is enraged by the lack of consultation.
Sydney Council Removes Same-Sex Parenting Books From Libraries, Sparking Concerns
Following a drag queen story time ban, Sydney council removes books on same-sex parenting, prompting concerns about discrimination.
The National Digital ID Approved By Australian Senate: Privacy Risk Or Convenience?
The Senate approves Australia's national digital ID scheme, which raises privacy issues but promises simpler online ID verification.
Chinese Fighter Jet Drops Flares Near Australian Helicopter In International Waters
As a Chinese fighter jet drops flares close to an Australian helicopter on a UN patrol, tensions in the Yellow Sea surge.
Australian Housing Market Experiencing Unaffordability Crisis Without A Clear Way Out
Australian rents are out of control, forcing high incomes and families to compete. The largest rent increases are in cities with relief uncertain.
Melbourne Private School Suspends Students Over Misogynistic 'Girl Rating' Spreadsheet
The school principal, Mark Merry, said he suspended the boys as soon as a screenshot of the notorious spreadsheet came to light, adding that he was "shocked and outraged" by the conduct of those involved.
Queensland Government Announces AU$1,000 Rebate On Energy Bills Amid Rising Costs
Residents will get AU$1,000 in upfront bill credits, while seniors and concession card members will receive AU$1,372, the Queensland government said in a statement.
Pro-Palestinian Protests Across Australian Campuses Echo US Movement
The students demanded their institutions cut ties with the Middle Eastern country and research partnerships with weapons manufacturers.
Qantas App Glitch Exposes Passenger Information, Airline Apologizes
The possible harm to the airline's reputation and customer base was reflected in the sharp tumble of 1.2% in the share price of the airline on Wednesday.
Vape Manufacturers Back Government In Crackdown On Black Market, Urge Flavored Products' Approval
Vape makers want flavored nicotine vapes for adults needing to quit cigarettes aiming to support prescription-only rules. Health experts worry about dangers, calling for strict regulations to stop youth vaping.