The Albanese government is bringing forward by three months to October 1 implementation of its 5 per cent deposit guarantee for all first home buyers purchasing properties up to a specified limit. The universal guarantee was an election promise. The bring-forward, from January 1, is part of a flurry of […]
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A startling analysis has uncovered a sharp drop in school attendance by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students as they transition from primary to high school, highlighting a critical failure in Australia’s educational policy that demands urgent reform. Led by University of Queensland (UQ) researchers, the study shows that First […]
Bold economic ideas are flowing ahead of next month’s roundtable convened by the Albanese government, aimed at boosting Australia’s productivity and economy, and repairing the budget. Among the biggest ideas to emerge is: should Australia resurrect its carbon price? Many respected economists say the answer is a firm yes. Among them are […]
Australians are reeling from the news that Victorian childcare worker Joshua Dale Brown has been charged with more than 70 offences against children, including rape. As 1,200 children await results for sexually transmitted infections, a horror no parent should ever face, media commentary has begun to focus on how this case might […]
A bold new initiative is creating pathways for the next generation of diverse media talent — and it’s completely free. The Back Cover Youth Creatives Training Hub, supported by the Victorian Government, is offering a series of hands-on workshops in journalism, podcasting, videography and digital content creation. The program is […]
At the heart of Canberra, the Rex Hotel came alive with the vibrant rhythms, tantalising aromas, and colourful costumes of Africa as dignitaries, ambassadors, and members of the African diaspora gathered to celebrate Africa Day. This annual celebration, held on May 25 to mark the founding of the Organization of […]
The head of Australia’s peak body representing young people with disability has warned that increasing government scrutiny on NDIS fraud, while necessary, risks fuelling damaging public perceptions and diverting attention from urgent reforms — particularly in education and regulation. Former South Australian Senator, Skye Kakoschke-Moore, and CEO of Children and […]
Liberal leader caves under pressure from furious female voters and fears of Trump comparison Peter Dutton has executed a humiliating U-turn on his hardline “back-to-office” policy for public servants after being torched by voters — especially women — and taunted by Labor for morphing into Donald Trump. The Opposition Leader […]
Peter Dutton has raised the white flag on his controversial attempt to force Canberra public servants back into the office, with the opposition now saying there will be no change in current arrangements. The shadow minister for the public service, Jane Hume, said: “We have listened, and understand that flexible […]
