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Trump Tariffs Trigger Australian Economic Crisis Meeting

An emergency economic meeting was called by Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers in response to Donald Trump's tariffs which have caused a five-year low for the Australian dollar, a $50 billion loss in share value, and predictions of further rate cuts by the Reserve Bank.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Palau President Backs Australia's COP31 Bid Amidst Political Opposition

Palau's president strongly backs Australia's bid to host the 2024 UN climate conference (COP31), emphasizing its importance for Pacific solidarity and clean energy investment, despite opposition leader Peter Dutton's rejection, citing potential billions in costs; a Lowy Institute poll shows 70% publ...

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Climate Action
smh.com.au
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Australia's $2.3 Billion Plan to Subsidize Home Batteries

The Albanese government's Cheaper Home Batteries program, starting July 1st if re-elected, will provide a 30% discount on home batteries up to 50 kWh, aiming to alleviate grid strain from increased solar power and lower energy bills for 4 million Australian households with rooftop solar, plus millio...

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Affordable and Clean Energy
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High Court Expands Rights for Abuse Survivors to Challenge Past Settlements

An Australian high court ruling expands the ability of abuse survivors to challenge past settlements deemed unfair, regardless of whether specific past legal obstacles impacted their decisions, potentially impacting future legal actions concerning institutional abuse and compensation.

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No Poverty
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Mabo Family Condemns Rio Tinto's Funding of Mabo Centre

Six of Eddie Mabo's grandchildren publicly condemned Rio Tinto's funding of the Mabo Centre at the University of Melbourne, accusing the mining company of hypocrisy and betraying Mabo's legacy, despite senior family members' prior knowledge of the funding; the company declined to comment.

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Reduced Inequality
smh.com.au
🌐 75% Global Worthiness
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Ayers Rock Resort: Immersive Cultural Experiences in Australia's Red Centre

Ayers Rock Resort in Australia's Red Centre offers immersive cultural experiences, including the Wintjiri Wiṟu drone show, Field of Light art installation, Sunrise Journeys, and Tali Wiṟu fine dining, showcasing Aṉangu culture and the region's natural beauty.

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No Poverty
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Social Media's Role in Adolescent Malaise: An Amplification of Pre-existing Issues

This article argues that while social media amplified existing issues among young people, pre-existing societal problems and profit-driven algorithms played a significant role in the current crisis, and that an Australian law banning social media for minors is unlikely to solve the problem.

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Good Health and Well-being
theguardian.com
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NSW Doctor Strikes Highlight National Healthcare Crisis

Australian doctors in New South Wales are striking over unsafe working conditions and are facing public criticism or quiet retribution; this highlights a national healthcare crisis impacting patient safety and well-being due to staff shortages, under-resourcing, and increased demand from an aging po...

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Good Health and Well-being
smh.com.au
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Australian Candidate Praises Saudi Leader Amid Human Rights Concerns

Australian Liberal candidate Fiona Douskou praised Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and promoted Saudi Arabia's safety for women, despite evidence of human rights abuses, while actively facilitating business deals between Australian companies and the Saudi government, including the Public Inve...

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Gender Equality
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Bail Denied in Murder Case: Man Accused of Plotting Ex-Partner's Death

Tyler Scott William James, 27, was denied bail in Queensland Supreme Court on Wednesday for the murder of his ex-partner, Kiesha Thompson, 23, who was run over by an SUV on July 19, 2024; prosecutors allege James conspired with another woman to have Thompson killed.

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Gender Equality
smh.com.au
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Armstrong and Act to Host SBS Eurovision Telecast

SBS announced Tony Armstrong and Courtney Act as the new hosts for the Eurovision Song Contest, succeeding previous hosting pairs; Act's prior Eurovision experience and their successful chemistry test highlight their suitability for the roles; the contest will air live on SBS and SBS On Demand from ...

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Reduced Inequality
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Weta FX to Open Permanent Melbourne Studio, Boosting Australian VFX Industry

Weta FX, a New Zealand visual effects company known for its work on "Lord of the Rings" and "Avatar," is opening a permanent studio in Melbourne, Australia, creating up to 80 jobs and bolstering the local VFX industry with government support.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth

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