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Victoria Expands Renewable Energy Zones, Doubling Connection Costs

Victoria's 2025 Transmission Plan expands renewable energy zones by 200,000 hectares to 1.88 million hectares across nine zones, increasing the cost of connection to approximately $7.9 billion, mostly recovered through higher consumer bills, while aiming to lower wholesale energy prices.

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Affordable and Clean Energy
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Sharp Rise in Unreported Islamophobia Cases in Victoria

The Islamic Council of Victoria reported a significant increase in Islamophobia incidents, with over 3,254 unreported cases from January to July 2024, highlighting widespread underreporting due to distrust in authorities and fear of not being taken seriously.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
smh.com.au
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Hollingsworth Breaks Australian 800m Record

At the Silesia Diamond League meet, Australian Claudia Hollingsworth broke the national 800m record with a time of 1:57.67, surpassing Catriona Bisset's previous record by 0.11 seconds, showcasing Australia's rising talent in athletics and foreshadowing potential success at the upcoming Tokyo World ...

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dailymail.co.uk
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Light Plane Makes Emergency Landing on Sydney Golf Course

A Piper Cherokee light plane made an emergency landing on Mona Vale Golf Course in Sydney around 2 pm today, injuring two men who were taken to hospital; the Australian Transport Safety Bureau is investigating.

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Good Health and Well-being
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Australian Economic Summit Deemed Success Despite Not Yet Starting

Australia's Treasurer claims the upcoming economic reform summit, starting Tuesday, is already a success for raising awareness on productivity and red tape, despite skepticism from the opposition and some media outlets. The summit aims to build consensus and inform future budgets.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
thetimes.com
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Daintree Rainforest: Beauty and Danger in Australia's Ancient Ecosystem

A journalist's journey through the Daintree Rainforest, Australia's oldest rainforest, highlights the inherent dangers posed by the gympie-gympie plant and the cassowary, contrasting the beauty of the ecosystem with the need for caution and indigenous knowledge for safe navigation.

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Life on Land
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Australia Recognizes Palestinian State Amidst Complex Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

Australia's recognition of a Palestinian state is met with mixed reactions, with Hamas expressing approval while other groups emphasize the need for decisive action to address the root causes of the ongoing conflict and hold all actors accountable.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
theguardian.com
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Social Isolation in Australia: A Call for Community Connection

In Ballarat, Australia, a mother's chance encounter and new friendship highlights a growing trend of social isolation among Australians, impacting mental and physical well-being; strategies for fostering community engagement while prioritizing safety are discussed.

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Good Health and Well-being
dailymail.co.uk
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Chinese Man Accused of Burning Baby in Australia Evades Prosecution in China

A 33-year-old Chinese man poured boiling coffee on nine-month-old Luka in Brisbane's Hanlon Park on August 27, 2022, before fleeing to China; despite Australian requests, China refuses extradition due to its legal system, leaving the man free and Luka undergoing ongoing treatment for his burns.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
theguardian.com
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Australia's Stagnant Productivity: A Looming Economic Challenge

Australia's economic productivity has stagnated since 2016, leading to minimal improvement in living standards and raising concerns about the nation's long-term economic health, echoing concerns from the 1980s.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
dailymail.co.uk
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Terror-Sympathizer Marches with Politicians at Sydney Palestine Protest

On August 3, known Hezbollah supporter Abed Mourtada marched alongside Julian Assange and Australian politicians at Sydney's 'March for Humanity,' protesting Israel's actions in Gaza, sparking controversy and highlighting concerns about extremism within pro-Palestine activism.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
dailymail.co.uk
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Woman Jailed for Cancer Fraud, Defrauding 78 Victims of Nearly $24,000

Amanda Maree Power, 35, was sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison for defrauding 78 people of nearly $24,000 by falsely claiming to have cancer; she used this deception to gain employment and an ambassadorship at Cancer Council Queensland.

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Reduced Inequality

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