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Volunteers Firefighters Protest, Say They’re Being Used to Disguise New Tax on Victorians
Libertarian MP David Limbrick and Liberal Moira Deeming both spoke at the protest on the steps of Parliament House.
Nationals Pay Hefty Price for Walking Away From Coalition
Nationals MPs in the shadow cabinet lose 25 percent pay loading, worth up to around $58,000, as the Coalition dissolves.
Nothing More Important Than Preserving the Coalition: John Howard
Former Prime Minister John Howard said policy differences between the Liberals and Nationals were best resolved within the framework of a coalition.
Psychiatrist Concerned With ‘Gender-Affirming Care’ Under Investigation for ‘Inappropriate’ Social Media Posts
Dr. Jillian Spencer has been suspended after raising concerns about the gender-affirming care model at her workplace.
‘The Population Faces Starvation’: Australia Joins Calls for More Aid to Gaza
The statement was signed by foreign ministers of Canada, Denmark, France, Finland, Iceland, New Zealand and Norway among other nations
Australia, Singapore Vow Closer Ties on Trade, Security, Regional Peace
The prime ministers discussed regional security, upgraded trade ties, and a stable Indo-Pacific.
Victoria Records Surplus, but Eyes Ballooning $194 Billion Debt Forecast
Health, housing, education and transport spending rise, while infrastructure is pared back, and public service roles are slashed.
Liberal Leadership Disappointed With National Party’s Breakaway
Nationals walk away from 80-year-old Coalition over policy divide, citing nuclear energy, divestiture laws and regional funding priorities.
Australia Pledges $4 Million to Help Fiji’s HIV Support, Backs Pacific on Climate
This is on top of the $5 million already supporting Pacific nations in rolling out HIV/AIDS prevention campaigns and public health education initiatives.
Aussie Billionaire Follows Gates’ Lead, Pledges $7 Billion for Environmental Action
Cameron Adams and Lisa Miller plan to give most of it away most of their fortune to protect the environment.
RBA Acts Again, Cuts Cash Rate to 3.85 Percent
The RBA Board said inflation had ‘fallen substantially’ from its 2022 peak, with higher interest rates helping bring demand and supply into better alignment.
Prime Minister Albanese Explains Why He Didn’t Use Bible at Official Swearing-In
Most MPs use a Bible during the process, but Albanese, who identifies as Catholic, chose to make a secular affirmation.
Japanese Energy Companies Rake In $1 Billion from Reselling Australian Gas: Analysis
This comes as Australia is expected to face a potential gas shortage and may need to import gas within the next two years.
Coalition Officially Splits for 3rd Time in Its History
Key points of contention were policies like support for civilian nuclear energy, supermarket divestiture laws, and a $20 billion regional Future Fund.
Australian Federal Police Launch Probes Into 10 Election-Linked Offences
As per data, 600 officers logged 43,000 hours; four individuals charged, six investigations still ongoing.
Debt Servicing to Hit $25 Million a Day Despite Victoria’s Forecast Surplus
Victoria’s state budget will record the first operating surplus since COVID-19, but net debt remains a burden that Victorians will be paying for years to come.
‘It’s Detrimental to Our Country’: Liberal Senator Calls for Net Zero to Be Dumped
Senator Alex Antic said the Liberal Party needs to move to the right.
