Australia
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Fresh tumble in apartments threatens lofty housing goal
The chance of Australia meeting nationally-agreed housing targets has taken another hit, with approval numbers suffering a steep decline. Dwelling approvals dropped by 6.1 per cent in August, further endangering …
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Bravery Award hero admits to defrauding employer of nearly $500,000
Nick Karagiannis, a recipient of one of Australia’s top bravery awards, has pleaded guilty to defrauding his employer, Suttons Motor Group, of almost $500,000. The 44-year-old father-of-three, who once saved …
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Australia leads global burnout crisis: Dr Anastasia Hronis unpacks the pressure cooker of ‘hustle culture’
Australians are at a critical stage in terms of wellbeing with a recent report identifying they are the most burnt out in the world – a finding that does not …
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Protesters wave Hezbollah flags at Australian rally
Protesters waving Hezbollah flags who gatecrashed a pro-Palestine protest in Melbourne will be referred to the Australian Federal Police. The rally in Melbourne formed part of a national day of …
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Assistance hub opens for tomato virus crisis in South Australia
Support is now available for businesses and workers impacted by the devastating Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV) outbreak in South Australia, with the Department of Primary Industries and Regions …
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Advice on negative gearing ‘not out of the ordinary’
Treasury modelling on the impact of changes to negative gearing was passed on due to the issue being “contentious”. The government has no plans to adjust negative gearing, Treasurer Jim …
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Illicit tobacco and vape sellers put on notice
Tobacconists selling illegal tobacco and vapes have been put on notice, with new legislation in the pipeline to shut them down and hit them with hefty fines. The South Australian …
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SA Greek-owned tomato farm faces $1.1m losses over virus outbreak
Australia has implemented emergency measures in response to an emerging biosecurity risk to the country’s tomato and capsicum industries, with affected growers called to make difficult decisions. Harry Kapiris, owner …
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Pain before gain as commuters brace for railway closure
One of the nation’s oldest suburban railways will carry its final service before being absorbed by Australia’s biggest public transport project. The first line on the Sydney Metro to the …
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Thousands of NSW homes in blackout after destructive winds
Destructive winds are severely hampering efforts to restore power to thousands of homes and businesses after powerful gusts and heavy rain triggered flood warnings across NSW’s north coast. About 4300 …