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Trump's Steel Tariffs: Minimal Impact on Australia, but Questions Remain

President Trump's unexpected announcement of a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminum imports into the US, despite Australia's $800 million in steel and aluminum exports to the US in 2023, caused a minimal 0.5% drop in the Australian share market, quickly recovering, highlighting the limitations of th...

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smh.com.au
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NSW Anti-Vilification Bill Sparks Controversy Over Excluded LGBTQ+ Communities

NSW Premier Chris Minns's proposed anti-vilification laws, focusing on antisemitism, have sparked controversy due to their exclusion of LGBTQ+ communities, facing criticism from within the Labor party, the Greens, and the Coalition, who express concerns about the bill's scope and potential impact on...

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Former Bank Employee on Trial for $1 Million Fraud

A former St. George Bank employee, Sara Daizli, stands trial in Sydney, accused of a $1 million fraud scheme using fake identities and false documents to obtain loans from ANZ and Westpac between 2019 and 2023, leveraging her prior banking experience.

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Star Minerals Accelerates Tumblegum South Gold Project Amidst Soaring Prices

Star Minerals is fast-tracking its Tumblegum South gold project in Western Australia, driven by a surge in gold prices to nearly $4,600 per ounce, prioritizing environmental approvals, and exploring third-party mining and toll treatment options to capitalize on the increased profitability.

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theguardian.com
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Climate Activists Fined for Protest at Woodside CEO's Home

Three climate activists were fined for attempting to damage the home of Woodside CEO Meg O'Neill in August 2023; the incident, filmed by ABC Four Corners, sparked debate on protest tactics and corporate responsibility.

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Climate Action
smh.com.au
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Interest Rate Cuts to Fuel Perth Housing Price Surge

Australia's anticipated interest rate cuts are expected to significantly increase Perth home prices, with CoreLogic predicting a 3.1 percent price boost in Bayswater and Bassendean, driven by higher Western Australian salaries and a strong state economy.

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Gutnick Calls for Netanyahu's Resignation

Australian mining magnate Joseph Gutnick, a former Netanyahu confidante, now calls for the Prime Minister's resignation due to inaction on Hamas, delays in establishing an inquiry into the October 7 attacks, and perceived failures in foreign policy, advocating for new elections.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Indigenous Teen's Death: Four on Trial for Murder in Perth

A 15-year-old Indigenous boy, Cassius Turvey, died 10 days after being attacked in Perth's eastern suburbs on October 13, 2022, allegedly struck in the head with a metal pole by Jack Steven James Brearley, who is now on trial for murder along with three others; the attack followed escalating events ...

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No Poverty
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Public Input Sought to Boost Australia's Declining Productivity

The Australian Productivity Commission launched a public initiative to improve the country's productivity, receiving over 450 suggestions addressing various economic and social issues, ranging from workplace coffee quality to national occupational licensing.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Cbus Governance Review: Decade-Old Report Reveals Failures, Recommends More Independent Directors

A decade-old secret review of Cbus, Australia's industry superannuation giant, found governance failures, including member information leaks to the CFMEU, recommending more independent directors to curb the union's influence and improve the fund's culture.

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dailymail.co.uk
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Resurfaced Support for Scrapping Negative Gearing Fuels Australian Landlord Concerns

Australian Housing Minister Anne Aly's past support for ending negative gearing, a tax deduction for rental losses, has re-emerged, causing concern among landlords despite Prime Minister Albanese's denials. This, coupled with past broken promises, raises questions about future housing policies.

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CFMEU Proposes Seven-Story Office Building in Bowen Hills Amid Political Scrutiny

The CFMEU submitted plans for a seven-story office building in Bowen Hills, a Priority Development Area requiring state government approval, adding to the union's significant property development activity near its headquarters amid political scrutiny.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities

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