Australia
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Surname snag puts Vic e-licence scheme on a bumpy road
A Victorian digital licence pilot is off to a poor start after 57,000 customers received emails with incorrect surnames. The state’s licensing and registration company VicRoads said the error, which …
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At least three Greek-Australians listed by Daily Telegraph in Sydney’s 100 most influential people
There are at least three Greek-Australians that have made it into The Daily Telegraph’s Power 100 rankings for 2023, with one finishing inside the top ten. The highest placed is …
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South Australia takes action: ‘Rent bidding’ prohibited under new laws
In a proactive response to the ongoing housing crisis, the government of South Australia has taken a major leap forward by implementing a ban on rent bidding. This measure is …
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Australian universities climb in world rankings
Three Australian universities have been ranked among the top 20 higher education institutions in the world. The University of Melbourne came in at number 14 while the University of Sydney …
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Inquiry into ‘vile’ historical sexual abuse at school
An inquiry will be held into allegations of historical child sexual abuse at a Victorian school amid mounting pressure from victim-survivors and legal experts. Premier Daniel Andrews on Wednesday announced …
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Welcome mat put out for low-deposit home buyers
Tens of thousands of hopeful buyers can secure a property with a smaller deposit by locking down a spot on the latest home guarantee scheme. From Saturday – the start …
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VicForests loses appeal against logging bans
Victorian logging bans will likely remain in place until the native timber industry is phased out, after an appeal by state-owned forestry company VicForests was thrown out. VicForests had appealed …
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Jalna Dairy Foods issue recall on two yoghurt products
A recall on two yoghurt products has been issued by Jalna Dairy Foods due to contamination of E. coli. The two products recalled are the 1kg Jalna Lactose Free Vanilla, …
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Greek-Australian man hospitalised after a horrific road rage attack
A Greek-Australian from Sydney has been in hospital for over three weeks after an alleged king hit in a road rage incident, and the alleged perpetrator has been refused bail …
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Vic Police accused of racism in handing out COVID fines
Victoria Police officers have been accused of racial profiling, with a damning report showing they disproportionately targeted people of non-Anglo appearance during the pandemic. African, Middle Eastern and First Nations …