Sydney Council Rejects Central Barangaroo Construction Plans
The City of Sydney Council rejected preliminary construction plans for Central Barangaroo, a $2 billion-plus development, due to a lack of clarity regarding its overall design and public benefits, causing delays to the project which includes 150 luxury apartments, a hotel, and commercial spaces.
Sydney Council Rejects Central Barangaroo Construction Plans
The City of Sydney Council rejected preliminary construction plans for Central Barangaroo, a $2 billion-plus development, due to a lack of clarity regarding its overall design and public benefits, causing delays to the project which includes 150 luxury apartments, a hotel, and commercial spaces.
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52% Bias Score
Sydney Train Derails Amidst Rail Union Dispute
A Sydney passenger train derailed at Clarendon station on Thursday morning, causing no injuries but service disruptions. The incident followed days of cancellations due to industrial action, highlighting the impact of labor relations on transport services. Safety systems prevented a worse outcome.
Sydney Train Derails Amidst Rail Union Dispute
A Sydney passenger train derailed at Clarendon station on Thursday morning, causing no injuries but service disruptions. The incident followed days of cancellations due to industrial action, highlighting the impact of labor relations on transport services. Safety systems prevented a worse outcome.
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40% Bias Score
Retirement Taboo: A Win-Win Solution for Employees and Employers
Only 31% of Australians retired by choice in 2024, revealing a workplace taboo around retirement discussions driven by fears of discrimination and lack of employer support; open communication offers win-win solutions for employees and employers through phased retirement, skill transfer, and better s...
Retirement Taboo: A Win-Win Solution for Employees and Employers
Only 31% of Australians retired by choice in 2024, revealing a workplace taboo around retirement discussions driven by fears of discrimination and lack of employer support; open communication offers win-win solutions for employees and employers through phased retirement, skill transfer, and better s...
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20% Bias Score
Lord Mayor's Donation Raises Conflict of Interest Questions
Melbourne Lord Mayor Nick Reece accepted a $20,000 donation from Bobby Zagame, owner of Audi Centre Melbourne, two days after voting to close part of Roden Street, adjacent to Zagame's property, which had a development application approved by the council; the timing raises questions regarding campai...
Lord Mayor's Donation Raises Conflict of Interest Questions
Melbourne Lord Mayor Nick Reece accepted a $20,000 donation from Bobby Zagame, owner of Audi Centre Melbourne, two days after voting to close part of Roden Street, adjacent to Zagame's property, which had a development application approved by the council; the timing raises questions regarding campai...
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52% Bias Score
Fire Delays Match, Wade's Six Sinks Heat's Finals Hopes
An electrical fire at the Gabba delayed a Big Bash League match between Brisbane Heat and Hobart Hurricanes, but Matthew Wade's final-ball six secured a 7-wicket win for Hobart, jeopardizing Brisbane's finals hopes.
Fire Delays Match, Wade's Six Sinks Heat's Finals Hopes
An electrical fire at the Gabba delayed a Big Bash League match between Brisbane Heat and Hobart Hurricanes, but Matthew Wade's final-ball six secured a 7-wicket win for Hobart, jeopardizing Brisbane's finals hopes.
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32% Bias Score
Devastating Los Angeles Wildfires: 25 Dead, Thousands Displaced, Preparedness Questioned
Devastating wildfires fueled by strong winds have ravaged Los Angeles, causing at least 25 deaths, destroying over 12,000 structures, and displacing nearly 200,000 people, leading to criticism of emergency preparedness and impacting Hollywood's awards season.
Devastating Los Angeles Wildfires: 25 Dead, Thousands Displaced, Preparedness Questioned
Devastating wildfires fueled by strong winds have ravaged Los Angeles, causing at least 25 deaths, destroying over 12,000 structures, and displacing nearly 200,000 people, leading to criticism of emergency preparedness and impacting Hollywood's awards season.
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32% Bias Score
Melbourne's Premium Suburbs See Sharp House Price Drops in 2024
Melbourne's premium suburbs experienced significant house price drops in 2024, creating a buyer's market. Toorak's median price fell 26.4% to $4.2 million, while other areas like South Yarra and Armadale saw double-digit declines, driven by reduced borrowing capacity and increased housing stock. Con...
Melbourne's Premium Suburbs See Sharp House Price Drops in 2024
Melbourne's premium suburbs experienced significant house price drops in 2024, creating a buyer's market. Toorak's median price fell 26.4% to $4.2 million, while other areas like South Yarra and Armadale saw double-digit declines, driven by reduced borrowing capacity and increased housing stock. Con...
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40% Bias Score
Sydney Explores Controversial Housing Solutions Amidst Population Boom
Sydney explores controversial solutions to its housing crisis, including repurposing cemeteries and selling Defence land, to accommodate a projected population increase of 1.4 million by 2041.
Sydney Explores Controversial Housing Solutions Amidst Population Boom
Sydney explores controversial solutions to its housing crisis, including repurposing cemeteries and selling Defence land, to accommodate a projected population increase of 1.4 million by 2041.
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40% Bias Score
WA Liberal Leader Refuses to Display Aboriginal Flag, Sparking Political Outrage
Western Australian Liberal leader Libby Mettam announced she will not display the Aboriginal flag at official events, echoing Peter Dutton's stance; Premier Roger Cook strongly criticized this decision as divisive and undermining reconciliation efforts.
WA Liberal Leader Refuses to Display Aboriginal Flag, Sparking Political Outrage
Western Australian Liberal leader Libby Mettam announced she will not display the Aboriginal flag at official events, echoing Peter Dutton's stance; Premier Roger Cook strongly criticized this decision as divisive and undermining reconciliation efforts.
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64% Bias Score
Triple J at 50: Declining Ratings Challenge Youth Radio's Future
Australia's Triple J radio station celebrates 50 years, facing declining ratings amidst a youth shift to streaming, prompting questions about its future relevance and the impact of algorithmic curation on music discovery.
Triple J at 50: Declining Ratings Challenge Youth Radio's Future
Australia's Triple J radio station celebrates 50 years, facing declining ratings amidst a youth shift to streaming, prompting questions about its future relevance and the impact of algorithmic curation on music discovery.
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44% Bias Score
Two Men Stabbed to Death at Melbourne Birthday Party Brawl
Two closely related men were fatally stabbed during a large fight that followed a birthday party in Clyde North, Melbourne, on Thursday night; police are appealing for witnesses and information.
Two Men Stabbed to Death at Melbourne Birthday Party Brawl
Two closely related men were fatally stabbed during a large fight that followed a birthday party in Clyde North, Melbourne, on Thursday night; police are appealing for witnesses and information.
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28% Bias Score
Israel-Hamas Ceasefire: Biden and Trump Claim Credit for Bipartisan Deal
Following months of negotiations, Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire, with both President Biden and President-elect Trump taking credit for the deal, which will see the return of hostages and could set a precedent for future regional conflict resolution.
Israel-Hamas Ceasefire: Biden and Trump Claim Credit for Bipartisan Deal
Following months of negotiations, Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire, with both President Biden and President-elect Trump taking credit for the deal, which will see the return of hostages and could set a precedent for future regional conflict resolution.
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36% Bias Score