Australia
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Morrison’s political exit sets up second by-election
Scott Morrison’s exit from politics will set up another federal by-election early this year, with a strong field of candidates expected to join the race to replace the former prime …
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Monash University name Anna Tsikouris their new Chief Financial Officer & Senior Vice-President
Monash University have appointed Anna Tsikouris as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Senior Vice-President. As an accomplished and highly-regarded commercial leader, Tsikouris will bring the university a wealth …
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Weekly rent prices soar to new record for Aussies
Homelessness groups are demanding the federal government prioritise renters, as Australians are slugged a new weekly record of $601 in rent and demands for homelessness services surge. Data released by …
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Public schools to remain underfunded: education union
Public schools across Australia will remain underfunded in 2024 despite being in an “urgent and critical” position, the Australian Education Union says. It has been revealed that extended bilateral agreements …
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Fares lose altitude as more flights cleared for takeoff
Australians travelling overseas can expect cheaper airfares in 2024 as new carriers and bigger aircraft bring more seats to key destinations online. After reaching historic highs following the COVID-19 pandemic, …
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Power grid assurances as sunshine state feels the heat
Soaring temperatures won’t frazzle Queensland’s energy grid, the state government says. Parts of the sunshine state are sweltering on Monday as inland areas reach more than 40C, with numerous coastal …
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Criticism of tax breaks for property investors
Affordable housing has moved beyond many Australians’ reach because the government is subsidising the private market instead of building social housing, a new report has found. Everybody’s Homes Written Off report shows …
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SA’s mining and energy sectors soar to new heights in job opportunities
Business is thriving in South Australia’s energy and resources sector, as recent figures reveal a historic surge in job advertisements during the last quarter. According to the SA Mining and …
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Cost of living pressures mount on first cabinet meeting
The prime minister is calling cabinet colleagues to Canberra weeks before parliament resumes to tackle mounting economic and cost of living issues. Everyday pressures facing Australians are expected to be …
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MP Steve Georganas pushes for Adelaide to become a sister city with Athens
Federal MP Steve Georganas has taken on the opportunity of a visit to Greece this week to reiterate his support for establishing a sister city relationship between Adelaide and Athens. …