Australia
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Online watchdog urges YouTube for social media ban
YouTube should be included in a looming social media ban for children, the eSafety commissioner has warned, despite the platform being carved out of the world-first laws. In a speech …
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Australia hails Trump’s Israel-Iran ceasefire claims
Anthony Albanese has welcomed Donald Trump’s announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, while remaining “deeply concerned” about the welfare of Australians in the Middle East. The prime minister …
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Australia backs US strike on Iran to prevent nukes
Australia has emphasised its support for US strikes on Iran to prevent Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons. After days of escalation, the US launched strikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities …
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Major $2.5 billion Greek led development ‘The Landmark’ breaks ground on Gold Coast
Construction has officially begun on The Landmark, Queensland’s largest mixed-use development, led by prominent Greek-Australian developer George Mastrocostas. The $2.5 billion precinct, led by Aniko Group, will feature residential towers, …
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Former SA Police detective jailed for domestic abuse as survivor demands change
A former South Australian Police detective has been jailed for the sustained abuse of his ex-wife, who has since called for sweeping reforms within the police force, saying it failed …
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Israel and Iran trade blows, as Trump holds back
An Iranian missile barrage has targeted Israel, including a “direct hit” on a medical building. Details remained sparse after the attack. However, firefighters said it appeared the medical building and …
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Australia dominates with three cities among the world’s top ten most liveable
Australia has come out one of the big winners of the Economist Intelligence Unit’s Global Liveability Index for 2025, with Melbourne, Sydney and Adelaide all among the top ten cities …
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Five years on, Shanahan family shares emotional tribute to SA Police pioneer
The family of Greek Australian SA Police pioneer Joanne Shanahan (nee Panayiotou) have reflected on her tragic passing five years on. Joanne died on April 25, 2020, in a car …
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Energy price rule changes to limit unfair bill hikes
Vulnerable energy customers will be afforded extra protections from price gouging by electricity retailers in rule changes set to come into effect in 2026. Energy retailers will be barred from …
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Man arrested following dramatic drive through Melbourne’s Northland shopping centre
Police have arrested a man after a stolen white Toyota LandCruiser drove through a Northland Shopping Centre in Preston to avoid police yesterday. Officers located the LandCruiser dumped in Beavers …