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Thu, 02 Jul 2026 07:21:18 +0000Emotional eSafety boss says Jewish community let down by 'loose guardrails'
eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant became emotional while apologising to Jewish victims of social media harassment who do not meet the regulator's legal threshold for intervention.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 06:49:03 +0000PM's tennis match shows property tax fight isn't over
A mortgage broker forked out $16,500 on Canberra’s night of nights to take his grudge about budget tax directly up to the prime minister in a tennis match at the Lodge.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 02:14:46 +0000Christian Brothers granted pause on abuse victim payouts
The Christian Brothers religious order has been granted a moratorium on all civil claims against it, after arguing it was running out of money to pay victims of child sexual abuse.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 07:30:16 +0000'Robbing people using visas': Applicants shocked by sudden price hike
International students and families say they feel shocked and exploited after visa fees across dozens of categories rose on July 1 without warning, with some surging more than 200 per cent.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:01:32 +0000Privacy Commissioner ordered to hand over report on Amex security failures
The Privacy Commissioner has been ordered by parliament to hand over a secret report detailing its investigation into American Express's technology security failures, after using gag orders and legal threats to keep it confidential.
Brisbane Times Headlines
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 19:00:00 +1000Experts sound warning over influencers fracturing their ribs for smaller waists
Experts are urging caution after Australian influencers travelled to Bali for a controversial rib remodelling procedure.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:56:17 +1000Teen caught with terror material said he could ‘blow up Melbourne’, court told
The 17-year-old allegedly amassed a cache of bomb-making manuals and accessed IS and al-Qaeda propaganda while researching nearby synagogues and Melbourne’s busiest intersection, the Children’s Court heard.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:46:37 +1000Humpback whale rescued from waters off Gold Coast
The whale was rescued by the Sea World Foundation.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:45:20 +1000Cats recall key duo for grand final rematch: AFL teams and expert tips for round 17
Bailey Smith and Tom Stewart are back to strengthen Geelong’s line-up for the clash with reigning premiers the Brisbane Lions at the Cattery on Thursday.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:44:46 +1000Taylor’s rural campaign-style blitz to fight One Nation in battleground seats
Frontbench MP Andrew Hastie vowed to stay on and contest the next election for the Liberals as the party attempts to turn around its fortunes.
Canberra Times
Independent Australia
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +1000 PHON versus Pini: IA editor pulls pin on Pelican Pauline
Poster person for prejudice, Pauline Hanson’s "monoculture" comments have inspired Greek-Australian managing editor Michelle Pini to recall a time when Australia was still grappling with rapid multicultural change. read now...
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +1000 Assisted living amenities that improve quality of life
Assisted living communities extend beyond simple accommodations. Considerate amenities in these environments facilitate the comfort, engagement, and well-being of those residing there. read now...
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 20:30:00 +1000 Visa plan strategies for long-term success
Obtaining a visa is an exercise in foresight, patience, and organisation. As global mobility continues to increase, people and families are often looking for more permanent, secure alternatives. This methodical approach will help ensure a suc...
Sat, 03 Jan 2026 11:00:00 +1000 #2 TOP IA ARTICLE OF 2025: Elon Musk waves away dodgy salute
Mark David is IA's star cartoonist and this January compilation was especially popular. read now...
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +1000 Newsflash: The mythical 'monoculture' has never existed
Australia's multicultural success story stands in stark contrast to the nostalgic myth of a monocultural past that never truly existed. read now...
Otago Daily Times
Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:48:07 +0000Vanuatu earthquake: Magnitude 7.3 quake strikes near Luganville
The quake struck about 35km northeast of Luganville in Vanuatu.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:10:43 +0000Mt Albert violence: Vehicle driven at group of partygoers, six injured in mass disorder
A car was also driven at partygoers and a number of vicious assaults reported.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:36:00 +0000Emergency incident in Auckland’s Mt Albert: Four injured; police, ambulance at scene
70-100 people could be seen gathered in groups near the scene in Mt Albert.
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 20:09:14 +0000Southern motorway crash near Ōtara injures three, lanes blocked
Police said the accident near Ōtara has blocked multiple lanes.
Fri, 28 Nov 2025 22:35:44 +00001 dead, 2 in hospital after car crashes into Hawke’s Bay’s Wairoa River
Police believe they have found everyone from inside the vehicle, but divers will check.
Sydney Morning Herald National News
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 19:01:29 +1000WA property moguls file supreme court claims over mismanaged finances
Multiple writs filed to the WA Supreme Court on June 26 allege HLB Mann Judd and its corporate entities were responsible for the mismanagement of the family trusts of both Dale Alcock and Garry Brown-Neaves.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:56:17 +1000Teen caught with terror material said he could ‘blow up Melbourne’, court told
The 17-year-old allegedly amassed a cache of bomb-making manuals and accessed IS and al-Qaeda propaganda while researching nearby synagogues and Melbourne’s busiest intersection, the Children’s Court heard.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:46:37 +1000Humpback whale rescued from waters off Gold Coast
The whale was rescued by the Sea World Foundation.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:44:31 +1000Second alleged people-smuggler charged after boat lands in Far North Queensland
The border breach by about a dozen people believed to be Chinese nationals has been slammed as an embarrassment for our national security.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:30:00 +1000Clinical cost-cutting is bad medicine for quality healthcare
The conflict of interest when private funders are also healthcare providers skews the emphasis from quality care to cost control, and puts patients second.
Sydney Morning Herald World News
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:55:10 +1000How gold became the symbol of Donald Trump’s second term
The significance of gold to Donald Trump leads beyond the precious metal itself. He acquires it and bathes in its glow at every opportunity, just as he covets territory and imposes tariffs in a way no other American leader has in a century.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:45:00 +1000Bear breaks into truck, helps itself to handyman’s lunch
A worker’s shock encounter with a bear cub was captured by a garage camera, revealing the moment he discovered the unwelcome stowaway and chased it from the truck.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:54:39 +1000Social media video may show missing tourist days before disappearance
A new video has shown a woman matching the description of Sally Grace Contarino being filmed by a content creator days before she went missing. There is no suggestion he is connected with her disappearance.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:52:53 +1000Extreme heatwave sparks safety concern for Trump’s July 4 festivities
With temperatures forecast to reach up to 42 degrees, the US president told an audience he planned to make a long speech, “just to show that I can do anything”.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:36:26 +10004 charged after 16 children found in 'deplorable' conditions in Ohio home
The children are part of the same family, officials said. The four people charged appeared in court Wednesday where a judge entered not guilty pleas on their behalf.
The Age
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTShorten veers left on treaty, boats
Bill Shorten has sparked a political storm over sudden policy moves that appeal to the Labor Left.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTCourse set for vote failure
Progressive politics is close to killing off the worthy idea of constitutional recognition of the indigenous peoples.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTLabor props up budget with raids
Queensland Treasurer Curtis Pitt has ordered sweeping raids to prop up the cash-strapped state’s ailing budget.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTFears over Brexit wipe $30bn
Shares fell yesterday, wiping more than $30 billion in value, as investors braced for a British vote to leave the EU.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:15:00 GMT‘Dole destiny’ for STEM grads
Efforts to increase the number of people studying science and maths are wrongheaded, says Productivity Commission.
The Australian
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTShorten veers left on treaty, boats
Bill Shorten has sparked a political storm over sudden policy moves that appeal to the Labor Left.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTCourse set for vote failure
Progressive politics is close to killing off the worthy idea of constitutional recognition of the indigenous peoples.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTLabor props up budget with raids
Queensland Treasurer Curtis Pitt has ordered sweeping raids to prop up the cash-strapped state’s ailing budget.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTFears over Brexit wipe $30bn
Shares fell yesterday, wiping more than $30 billion in value, as investors braced for a British vote to leave the EU.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:15:00 GMT‘Dole destiny’ for STEM grads
Efforts to increase the number of people studying science and maths are wrongheaded, says Productivity Commission.