Tag #Australia

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Millions of Australians Miss Out on \$300 Annual Energy Savings

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) found that millions of households could save over \$300 yearly on energy bills by switching plans, but nearly half miss out due to staying on the same plans for two or more years, with those who switched saving \$317 on average.

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Affordable and Clean Energy
dailymail.co.uk
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Sydney Gangland Shooting: Man with Crime Links Killed

On Sunday, David Khou, 31, was shot dead in his car in western Sydney; police confirmed the shooting was a targeted attack linked to Asian organized crime and illicit drug activity; a 33-year-old man was arrested.

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44% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
smh.com.au
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Melbourne's West: Boomtown Facing Infrastructure Crisis

Melbourne's west, particularly Melton and Wyndham, is experiencing the fastest population growth in Australia, with a 22 percent and 18 percent increase respectively between 2019 and 2023, fueled by affordable housing; however, this growth is straining infrastructure and causing political shifts.

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44% Bias Score

Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Queensland Government Rejects Native Title Claim Over Great Keppel Island

The Queensland LNP government will oppose the Woppaburra people's Native Title claim over the former resort site on Great Keppel Island, prioritizing its redevelopment plans and citing a previous ruling that extinguished native title in that area, despite the Woppaburra people's 2021 native title re...

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
smh.com.au
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Little India Harris Park Business Association embroiled in funding scandal

A leadership dispute and allegations of financial mismanagement within the Little India Harris Park Business Association, a recipient of $190,000 in state government grants, has triggered an investigation by the NSW government, freezing association funds and creating a split within the organization.

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44% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
smh.com.au
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Betashares Attracts $16 Billion, Dominates Australian ETF Market

Betashares, co-founded by Alex Vynokur, attracted $16 billion in 2024, lifting its assets under management to $46 billion, representing one-third of Australia's ETF market; the firm is now eyeing Asian expansion.

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44% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Fearless Youth: Debutants Konstas and Reddy Challenge Cricket Norms

Australian debutant Sam Konstas scored 60 runs, and Indian debutant Nitish Kumar Reddy scored 114 runs in Test matches, showcasing a fearless approach that contrasts with the intense pressure faced by more experienced players.

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52% Bias Score

Quality Education
smh.com.au
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Armed Man Shot by Police After Warehouse Incident in Brisbane

On Monday morning, a man armed with a large knife threatened staff, damaged cars, and rammed his vehicle into an Amart furniture warehouse in Brisbane, Australia, before being shot by police who responded to the scene after staff secured themselves and called emergency services.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Record Working Visas Exacerbate Australia's Housing Crisis

Australia issued over 200,000 working holidaymaker visas in 2023, exceeding government targets and fueling concerns about housing shortages and increased consumer prices, primarily due to policy changes under the former Morrison government that loosened visa requirements and led to a surge in Britis...

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56% Bias Score

Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Australian Divorce Case: \$450 Million Settlement Claim Rejected

An Australian judge rejected a woman's attempt to increase her divorce settlement from \$10.8 million plus properties to \$450 million, finding her claims of abuse and her ex-husband hiding assets unjustified; the husband's overseas transfers were deemed part of normal business.

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Gender Equality
theguardian.com
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Australia's 2025 Electric Vehicle Surge

Australia's new vehicle emission standards, effective January 2025, are expected to significantly increase the number of electric vehicles available, with many new models and brands entering the market, though delayed enforcement and loopholes may slow progress.

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Climate Action
smh.com.au
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Bikie Gangs Exploit Pacific for Cocaine Smuggling

Australian bikie gangs are establishing chapters in Pacific nations, partnering with global criminal organizations to import record amounts of cocaine into Australia, utilizing legitimate businesses as fronts and exploiting the region's isolation for drug smuggling operations.

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28% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions