Thirteen people got stuck in mid-air after a ride at a theme park in Australia malfunctioned. The ride stopped because of a “sensor communication fault”, […]
Author: Graeme Smith
Deputy Editor
Aussie housing crisis inflamed by ’world’s most generous tax breaks’
A move by federal politicians has inflamed Australia’s housing crisis, cutting out millions from owning a home. ‘The world’s most generous tax breaks’ handed to […]
Steve Backshall returns to Australia with ocean-themed live show for 2025 tour
British naturalist and television presenter Steve Backshall is set to return to Australia in January 2025 with his acclaimed live show, OCEAN. Following the success of […]
Iron ore price drop spells trouble for Australia’s mining economy
As iron ore prices drop, Australians could see increased taxes and cuts to services as demand for our mining resources takes a hit. The resource […]
A transformative step forward for Australia: Senate greenlights Net Zero Economy Authority
Australia is one step closer to establishing the Net Zero Economy Authority (The Authority) with legislation for its formation passing the Senate Thursday 22 August. […]
Long COVID has cost the Australian economy billions in lost work hours, new research says
Long COVID cost the Australian economy almost $10 billion in lost labour hours in 2022, according to new research. The study, published in the peer-reviewed […]
RBA rules out near term rate cuts
Financial markets are still pricing one cut in the official cash rate (OCR) by the end of the year, followed by further reductions next year: […]
Australia gives workers right to ignore bosses’ after-hours calls, emails
Sydney, Australia – Australia is extending its laidback reputation to the workplace by granting employees a “right to disconnect” when they are off the clock. Australian […]
Albanese Government saves Reef HQ
In a major boost for the region the Prime Minister today announced the Albanese Labor Government will save the Great Barrier Reef Aquarium “Reef HQ” […]
2024 likely to be Earth’s warmest year on record
July 2024 also capped off an exceptionally warm 12-month period for Earth’s climate. The global mean temperature during the 12 months ending in July 2024 […]