Australia
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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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Zographos ousted as Liberal kingmakers select former MP
The Liberal Party’s decision to dump the popular local candidate in the knife-edge federal seat of Chisholm, in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne, for a former MP who lost her …
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Social media ban for kids under 14 sparks national discussion on safety and enforcement
South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas announced a plan to ban children under 14 from accessing social media. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and the federal opposition inch closer to similar policies …
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‘Police will deal with you’: anti-war protest escalates
Anti-war protesters have clashed with police and hurled eggs and abuse at attendees arriving at a weapons exposition in Melbourne. Hundreds of activists flooded the CBD on Wednesday morning, marching …
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Jacinta Allan reaffirms strong ties with Greek Community in Melbourne
Premier Jacinta Allan met with Bill Papastergiadis, the president of the Greek Community of Melbourne, (GCM). The discussion according to a press statement from the GCM, was “genuinely warm” and …