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Sat, 23 May 2026 02:04:09 +0000
Entrepreneur says the rich should stop complaining about tax changes
Start-up founders say the federal government's CGT changes may see investment in new businesses go offshore. But Airtree Ventures co-founder Daniel Petre is warning against a scare campaign.  

Sat, 23 May 2026 02:08:37 +0000
Why there's more talk of an AUKUS 'plan B'
Defence industry experts argue Australia should consider how to prevent a naval "capability gap" — or risk being left exposed.

Sat, 23 May 2026 01:59:55 +0000
How the Musk v Altman case revealed an 'uncomfortable' truth
After Sam Altman and OpenAI's recent victory in a drawn-out legal battle with billionaire Elon Musk, the bitter rivalry between the former friends is now set to move from the courtroom to Wall Street.

Sat, 23 May 2026 07:47:07 +0000
One Nation set to become federal opposition, poll predicts
One Nation would win dozens of seats if a federal election was held today, according to a major opinion poll.

Fri, 22 May 2026 20:59:57 +0000
Nine charts that reveal who pays more under Labor's tax changes
Labor's capital gains tax changes have set off a firestorm of debate about the implications for small businesses, start-ups, share owners and plenty more. Here's who will really pay more. 

Brisbane Times Headlines

Sat, 23 May 2026 18:56:26 +1000
Sliding Dallin Watene-Zelezniak beats weather for try
Dallin Watene-Zelezniak scores a try against the St George Illawarra Dragons

Sat, 23 May 2026 18:46:19 +1000
Moore suffers injury while rucking
Collingwood captain Darcy Moore finds himself in the ruck and suffers a hamstring injury.

Sat, 23 May 2026 18:39:50 +1000
Woman and child killed in Queensland crash
A woman and a toddler have been killed in a horror crash near Port Douglas.

Sat, 23 May 2026 18:35:00 +1000
Rideshare driver and passenger victims of Sydney crash
A rideshare driver and passenger have been killed in a horror crash in Sydney.

Sat, 23 May 2026 18:34:57 +1000
AFL LIVE: Eagles refuse to say die against Magpies in Pendles’ golden game; Moore injured yet again
Scott Pendlebury has run out alongside his children for his AFL/VFL record-breaking game. In a surprise move, every Collingwood player donned a gold number on the back in Pendlebury’s honour. Earlier, North Melbourne came from the clouds to beat Go...

Canberra Times

Independent Australia

Fri, 22 May 2026 07:00:00 +1000
Feeding the rich, poor fed to wolves. Well done Angus!
Perhaps it’s no surprise that Opposition Leader Angus Taylor would seek to jump on the orange bandwagon by cosying up to One Nation, and emulating Trump, given the PHONies’ recent surge in popularity and the Libs’ ever-plunging support....

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...

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 03:30:00 +1000
​​​​​​​Finding a reliable electrician in Wollongong you can trust
Let's be honest, finding a good electrician shouldn't feel like a gamble. read now...

Otago Daily Times

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:48:07 +0000
Vanuatu 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 +0000
Mt 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 +0000
Emergency 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 +0000
Southern 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 +0000
1 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

Sat, 23 May 2026 18:39:50 +1000
Woman and child killed in Queensland crash
A woman and a toddler have been killed in a horror crash near Port Douglas.

Sat, 23 May 2026 18:35:00 +1000
Rideshare driver and passenger victims of Sydney crash
A rideshare driver and passenger have been killed in a horror crash in Sydney.

Sat, 23 May 2026 18:27:19 +1000
Multiple arrests at Essendon-Richmond match
More than a dozen footy fans were kicked out of the Essendon-Richmond match at the MCG, accused of disruptive and offensive behaviour.

Sat, 23 May 2026 18:20:54 +1000
Footage shows assassination of crime boss
Two men are wanted over the execution of an Australian crime boss as Sydney's gang war spills onto the streets of Vietnam.

Sat, 23 May 2026 18:20:18 +1000
Trump says Iran wants peace deal
Donald Trump says when it comes to brokering peace, Tehran wants to settle, despite no deal actually being signed yet.

Sydney Morning Herald World News

Sat, 23 May 2026 13:30:00 +1000
‘Small mistake’: Maldives cave divers died after ‘taking wrong turn’
Instead of swimming through a passage back to the open sea, investigators believe the divers took a wrong turn into a pitch-black cave that was a dead end, sparking panic as they ran out of air.

Sat, 23 May 2026 12:27:26 +1000
‘Let it boom’: Trump finally gets his Fed pick, with uncharacteristic fanfare
Kevin Warsh is a Harvard-educated lawyer and former investment banker who has served on the Federal Reserve’s board before. But with higher inflation, rising consumer anxiety and rate expectations, will he be a hawk or a hack?

Sat, 23 May 2026 12:12:24 +1000
Trump posts AI video of himself throwing Stephen Colbert into dumpster
Donald Trump has posted AI-generated video of himself throwing Stephen Colbert into a dumpster.

Sat, 23 May 2026 11:29:04 +1000
‘Every hour making coffins’: Funeral wakes banned as WHO lifts Ebola threat to ‘very high’
There are now 750 suspected cases and 177 suspected deaths, and one senior official has described the effort to stop the rapid spread as “a race against the clock”.

Sat, 23 May 2026 09:45:00 +1000
Wedged between China and the US, Australia’s salesman-in-chief performs delicate balancing act
Australia, as a middle power, has found itself in between two capricious giants whose leaders have proven themselves willing to weaponise trade for their own ends.

The Age

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Shorten 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 GMT
Course 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 GMT
Labor 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 GMT
Fears 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 GMT
Shorten 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 GMT
Course 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 GMT
Labor 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 GMT
Fears 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.

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