Biden Administration Imposes Sweeping New Sanctions on Russia
In a final act before leaving office, the Biden administration announced a series of new sanctions targeting Russia's oil revenues, aiming to cut billions of dollars a day from its war chest and further cripple its economy while attempting to prevent any weakening of sanctions by future administrati...
Biden Administration Imposes Sweeping New Sanctions on Russia
In a final act before leaving office, the Biden administration announced a series of new sanctions targeting Russia's oil revenues, aiming to cut billions of dollars a day from its war chest and further cripple its economy while attempting to prevent any weakening of sanctions by future administrati...
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NSW Housing Delivery Authority Aims to Speed Up Development Approvals
The NSW government created the Housing Delivery Authority (HDA) on December 20, 2023, to fast-track large housing developments (\$60M+ in Sydney, \$30M+ regionally) near transport, bypassing some standard approvals to address slow development application processes and Sydney's housing crisis.
NSW Housing Delivery Authority Aims to Speed Up Development Approvals
The NSW government created the Housing Delivery Authority (HDA) on December 20, 2023, to fast-track large housing developments (\$60M+ in Sydney, \$30M+ regionally) near transport, bypassing some standard approvals to address slow development application processes and Sydney's housing crisis.
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Choreographer Blends Unexpected Dance Styles in TANTRUM for 6
Harrison Ritchie-Jones's new dance piece, TANTRUM for 6, premiering at Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre on February 6, blends unexpected movement styles like mixed martial arts and figure skating, provoking strong emotional responses from audiences, with some reporting feeling cathartic or wanting to...
Choreographer Blends Unexpected Dance Styles in TANTRUM for 6
Harrison Ritchie-Jones's new dance piece, TANTRUM for 6, premiering at Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre on February 6, blends unexpected movement styles like mixed martial arts and figure skating, provoking strong emotional responses from audiences, with some reporting feeling cathartic or wanting to...
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Australia Condemns Reported Execution of Citizen Fighting in Ukraine
Australian citizen Oscar Jenkins, who fought in Ukraine's 66th mechanised brigade, was reportedly executed by Russian forces after being captured and tortured, prompting strong condemnation and potential retaliatory actions from the Australian government.
Australia Condemns Reported Execution of Citizen Fighting in Ukraine
Australian citizen Oscar Jenkins, who fought in Ukraine's 66th mechanised brigade, was reportedly executed by Russian forces after being captured and tortured, prompting strong condemnation and potential retaliatory actions from the Australian government.
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US Stocks Surge on Positive Inflation Data and Strong Bank Earnings
Encouraging US inflation data and strong bank earnings sent US stocks soaring Wednesday, with the S&P 500 up 1.7 percent, Dow Jones up 1.6 percent, and Nasdaq up 2.2 percent; the positive trend is expected to continue in the Australian market, while easing Treasury yields reflect growing hopes for f...
US Stocks Surge on Positive Inflation Data and Strong Bank Earnings
Encouraging US inflation data and strong bank earnings sent US stocks soaring Wednesday, with the S&P 500 up 1.7 percent, Dow Jones up 1.6 percent, and Nasdaq up 2.2 percent; the positive trend is expected to continue in the Australian market, while easing Treasury yields reflect growing hopes for f...
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Melbourne Childcare Centre Faces Eviction Amidst Political Campaign
The Windsor Community Children's Centre in Melbourne faces eviction after Swinburne University filed a rezoning application to sell the land; a multi-party political campaign is underway to save the 47-year-old center, which cares for 80 families, but the Victorian state government has not yet commi...
Melbourne Childcare Centre Faces Eviction Amidst Political Campaign
The Windsor Community Children's Centre in Melbourne faces eviction after Swinburne University filed a rezoning application to sell the land; a multi-party political campaign is underway to save the 47-year-old center, which cares for 80 families, but the Victorian state government has not yet commi...
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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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Australia's Bushfire Preparedness Under Scrutiny After Water Supply Program Failure
An ineffective water supply program for NSW volunteer firefighters, revealed five years after Australia's devastating Black Summer bushfires, highlights ongoing preparedness concerns, mirroring issues exposed by the interim report of the Royal Commission into Natural Disaster Arrangements.
Australia's Bushfire Preparedness Under Scrutiny After Water Supply Program Failure
An ineffective water supply program for NSW volunteer firefighters, revealed five years after Australia's devastating Black Summer bushfires, highlights ongoing preparedness concerns, mirroring issues exposed by the interim report of the Royal Commission into Natural Disaster Arrangements.
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Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Deal Reached
A three-phase ceasefire and hostage deal between Israel and Hamas, brokered by Qatar and Egypt with US backing, will see the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas in exchange for the release of Palestinian prisoners and the withdrawal of Israeli forces from populated areas of Gaza; the deal, whi...
Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Deal Reached
A three-phase ceasefire and hostage deal between Israel and Hamas, brokered by Qatar and Egypt with US backing, will see the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas in exchange for the release of Palestinian prisoners and the withdrawal of Israeli forces from populated areas of Gaza; the deal, whi...
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TikTok Faces US Shutdown; Musk's Role Uncertain
Facing a US shutdown on Sunday, TikTok's future hangs in the balance as a bipartisan law requires its sale or closure, prompting speculation about Elon Musk's potential role as buyer or broker amidst national security concerns.
TikTok Faces US Shutdown; Musk's Role Uncertain
Facing a US shutdown on Sunday, TikTok's future hangs in the balance as a bipartisan law requires its sale or closure, prompting speculation about Elon Musk's potential role as buyer or broker amidst national security concerns.
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Telstra's \$700 Million AI Investment Signals Australian Tech Boom
Telstra will invest \$700 million in AI, partnering with Accenture to improve business processes and consolidate data providers; this follows Macquarie's \$8 billion data center investment, reflecting a surge in Australian AI adoption aimed at boosting productivity and economic growth, though potent...
Telstra's \$700 Million AI Investment Signals Australian Tech Boom
Telstra will invest \$700 million in AI, partnering with Accenture to improve business processes and consolidate data providers; this follows Macquarie's \$8 billion data center investment, reflecting a surge in Australian AI adoption aimed at boosting productivity and economic growth, though potent...
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Sydney Rail Strike: Commuters Bear Brunt of RTBU Action
Sydney's rail network is crippled by ongoing industrial action from the RTBU, causing widespread disruption, economic damage, and public anger, despite the NSW government's improved pay offer of 13 percent over four years.
Sydney Rail Strike: Commuters Bear Brunt of RTBU Action
Sydney's rail network is crippled by ongoing industrial action from the RTBU, causing widespread disruption, economic damage, and public anger, despite the NSW government's improved pay offer of 13 percent over four years.
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