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Melbourne University Expels Pro-Palestine Students Amidst Crackdown on Activism

The University of Melbourne expelled two pro-Palestine student activists and suspended two others for participating in a protest last October, sparking accusations of a "witch hunt" and raising concerns about free speech on campuses across Australia.

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Quality Education
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Australian Woman Accused of Murdering In-Laws with Poisoned Mushrooms

Erin Patterson, 50, is accused of murdering three of her estranged husband's relatives in July 2023 by poisoning them with death cap mushrooms in a Beef Wellington at her Leongatha home; she denies the charges, claiming it was an accident.

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\"Crypto ATM Fraud Soars in Australia, Targeting Older Citizens\"\

Over 1800 cryptocurrency ATMs in Australia are facilitating \$3 million (likely much more) in annual fraud, primarily targeting older Australians through various scams; authorities are implementing regulations but recovery is nearly impossible.

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Australian Woman on Trial for Mushroom Poisoning Murders

Erin Patterson, a 50-year-old Australian woman, stands trial for the alleged murder of three of her estranged husband's relatives in July 2023 by poisoning them with death cap mushrooms in a Beef Wellington; she denies the charges, claiming it was an accident, and faces a life sentence if convicted.

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Soaring Land Prices Fuel Australia's Housing Crisis

Australian land costs for housing development have skyrocketed by 75% since 2020, reaching a median of $8.5 million in 2024, significantly impacting affordability despite government efforts to build 1.2 million homes in five years; construction costs remain high, and the number of homes built is at ...

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NSW Flood Victim Wins Insurance Claim with Time-Stamped Evidence

Following a flash flood in Eugowra, NSW in November 2022, 79-year-old Ruth Nielsen's home was destroyed. Her initial insurance claim was rejected due to a flood exclusion, but was later successful with the help of Legal Aid NSW, who used time-stamped photos and videos showing stormwater damage befor...

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Patterson Pleads Not Guilty in Poisoning Trial

Erin Patterson, accused of poisoning her in-laws and another couple on July 29, 2023, pleaded not guilty to three counts of murder and one count of attempted murder; her testimony detailed the lunch served and her emotional state during that time.

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Australia's Opportunity: Capitalizing on the US Innovation Exodus

The US is losing its edge in global innovation due to restrictive immigration policies and decreased research funding, presenting Australia with a unique opportunity to attract top talent and boost its own economy by implementing a comprehensive strategy to attract world-class researchers, entrepren...

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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NSW Government's Controversial Workers' Compensation Bill Faces Strong Opposition

The NSW government's proposed bill to raise the workers' compensation threshold for psychological injuries from 15% to 30% impairment has faced strong opposition from unions and the opposition, who argue it will deny support to many injured workers and worsen mental health outcomes, while the govern...

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Good Health and Well-being
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Australian Study Links Male Intimate Partner Violence to Mental Health and Father-Son Relationships

A study of 16,000 Australian men found that 35% reported using intimate partner violence in their lifetime, with emotional abuse most prevalent; strong father-son relationships were identified as a key protective factor.

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Gender Equality
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White Supremacist Demonstration Follows Machete Attack in Melbourne

On Sunday at 3:30 AM, a group of white supremacists demonstrated outside a Melbourne shopping centre, chanting hateful slogans and displaying offensive banners, prompting police investigation and government condemnation, following a prior machete attack at the same location.

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NSW Authority Fast-Tracks 100+ Housing Proposals, Aiming for 45,000 New Sydney Homes

The NSW government's three-person Housing Delivery Authority fast-tracked over 100 major housing proposals in Sydney in its first six months, aiming to deliver 45,000 new homes, primarily along existing and planned metro corridors, despite potential delays from existing planning hurdles.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities

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