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Mother charged with murdering her two sons at Blue Mountains home fronts court

A mother charged with murdering her two sons at their Blue Mountains home has made a brief court appearance where she was remanded in custody. Patricia Joan Smith, 42, fronted …

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Farewell to Lex Marinos OAM: A pioneer of diversity in Australian arts

It is a sad day for all of us as Greek Australians – Lex Marinos passed away on Friday, September 13. According to a Facebook post, the renowned actor and …

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Disaster alert: the areas at higher risk of flood, fire

Communities across Australia are being warned to brace for damaging floods and fires as the severe weather season bears down on the continent. Persistent heat and more heavy rain over …

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Robodebt officials ‘lost their way’ and broke the rules

Twelve current and former public servants failed to show care, integrity and due diligence when they designed and delivered an unlawful welfare debt recovery scheme. The officials breached their code …

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Aged care changes to ‘improve generational fairness’

Older Australians have won a “great victory” after reforms to the aged care sector were finally secured, even though some residents will be slugged with higher contributions. About 1.4 million …

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Melbourne Airport runway approved with noise conditions

The federal government has approved a third runway for Melbourne Airport, with conditions set to share and minimise the effects of aircraft noise on surrounding communities. Transport Minister Catherine King …

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Mums and dads to get super on their parental leave

New mums and dads are set to receive a superannuation boost on top of government-funded paid parental leave. Laws locking in 12 per cent super payments while parents use up …

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‘Thugs’: Minister’s warning as protest continues

Peaceful protesters present at fiery and tense confrontations at an anti-war rally only have themselves to blame if they get caught up in the violence, Victoria’s police minister says. Pro-Palestine …

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Over 50 Greek Australians striving for success at NSW local elections

More than 50 Greek Australians have put their hand up to serve in NSW’s local councils with the aim of contributing to their various communities in a direct and impactful …

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‘Appalled’: police, protesters clash as dozens arrested

Two dozen police have received medical treatment after being pelted with rocks, manure and acid by anti-war protesters, while activists say officers used tear gas and rubber bullets against them. …

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