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Six years since ‘Black Summer’: recounting, reflecting, and revising

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It’s been six years since the 2019-2020 black summer bushfires raged across Australia – seeing destruction in several parts of the country. Amongst the blaze – fires destroyed thousands of homes, killed hundreds of people, left wildlife severely impacted and communities reeling. Recovery efforts have seen the best part of three years in some areas, but …

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Coercive Control: SA passes new laws to tackle unseen form of Domestic Violence

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This month, South Australia passed laws to criminalise coercive control as a standalone offence, making it the third state to adopt this legislation. Coercive control is an under-reported type of domestic violence where an abuser seeks to control a victim’s behaviour. The state’s laws are set to come in to affect in 2027. Minister for …

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Australia’s new emissions targets receive backlash from climate advocates

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The Albanese government has announced a new target aiming to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 62–70% per cent by 2035, a similar target to meet the worlds collective target of net zero by 2050. The pledge has received mixed reactions, with climate advocates across the country outraged at the figure, while industry experts reflect on what …

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Robodebt saga reaches a massive turning point as victims receive compensation

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A troubling period in Australian public administration has come to a pivotal moment with a substantial $548 million settlement in the Robodebt class action lawsuit. Although this offers some financial relief to more than 430,000 victims, significant questions regarding justice persist. Image: Image: Shutterstock – Gumbariya Produced By: Thomas Koutis Featured In Story: Dr Christopher …

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Australia strikes new defence deal with PNG on 50th anniversary of independence

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A landmark deal on defence was set to be agreed upon between the governments of Australia and Papua New Guinea today. This announcement was to coincide with  the 50th anniversary of PNG’s independence.  Despite Australia being the strongest ally and source of aid throughout PNG’s history, the new pact will strengthen the two countries diplomatic …

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Victorian farmers outraged about Emergency Services Levy

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Victorian farmers maintain fury over the Emergency Services Levy. On Sunday, they joined hundreds of CFA volunteers at a rally held at the Victorian premier’s hometown in Bendigo.  Local farmers are set to see a hundred and fifty percent increase in tax compared to the previous fire services property levy. Other grievances discussed were renewable …

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