Tag #Australia

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Sydney's Woollahra Targeted by Second Antisemitic Attack

Antisemitic graffiti and arson damaged multiple buildings and vehicles in Sydney's Woollahra suburb on Wednesday, prompting swift condemnation from political leaders and an ongoing police investigation into two young suspects.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Economic Volatility Delays Australian Retirements

Rising inflation and cost of living are causing many Australians nearing retirement to delay their plans by an average of six years, impacting their financial security and highlighting the need for adaptable retirement strategies, according to recent research.

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No Poverty
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Queensland Police Senior Leaders Resist Cultural Reform: Systemic Discrimination Found

A Queensland Human Rights Commission review found systemic discrimination within the Queensland Police Service, with senior leaders showing the most resistance to reform; the report made 36 recommendations for change, including addressing outdated processes and attitudes.

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Gender Equality
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RBA Holds Interest Rates Steady Amid Mixed Economic Signals

The Reserve Bank of Australia kept the official interest rate at 4.35 percent on December 6, 2023, following mixed economic data and amid expectations of a rate cut in early 2024.

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52% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
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Victoria Unveils Plan to Boost Economy Through Gas, Regulation Cuts, and Tech

The Victorian government unveiled an economic growth statement outlining plans to fast-track gas projects, halve the number of business regulators by 2030 saving businesses \$500 million, double the waste-to-energy cap to 2 million tonnes, and leverage RNA technology for agricultural improvements, a...

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52% Bias Score

Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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"Albanese Condemns Antisemitic Vandalism in Sydney, Emphasizes Unity"

"Prime Minister Albanese condemned antisemitic vandalism in Sydney's Woollahra, calling it a hate crime, and emphasized the need for unity, while speaking with the AFP Commissioner and receiving a briefing from Operation Avalite, the new AFP antisemitism task force. This follows a recent firebombing...

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44% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
theguardian.com
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Moderna Vaccine Deal Bypasses Australian Assessment

Australia's $2 billion deal with Moderna for onshore mRNA vaccine manufacturing bypasses the Pharmaceutical Benefits Advisory Committee (PBAC) assessment, raising concerns about transparency and cost-effectiveness, prompting an investigation and criticism from health experts and competitors.

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52% Bias Score

Good Health and Well-being
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Sydney Program Tackles High Drowning Rates Among Gazan Refugees

Nine-year-old Adam Murad and 10-year-old Mohammed Al-Bashiti, Gazan refugees in Sydney, participated in free learn-to-swim lessons offered by Swim Brothers, a non-profit addressing the high drowning rate among their community; a documentary about the program will screen on Tuesday.

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Good Health and Well-being
theguardian.com
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Dutton's Refusal to Display Indigenous Flags Sparks Culture War Accusations

Peter Dutton, the Australian opposition leader, ignited a political controversy by stating he would not display the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags if elected prime minister, claiming their use divides the nation, sparking widespread condemnation from government ministers who accused him...

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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"Victoria's Underfunding of Lifeline Creates $7 Million Crisis"

"Victoria's $1.54 million annual funding for Lifeline is drastically insufficient, resulting in a $7 million shortfall due to interstate call routing and lack of text services; this underfunding affects service access for vulnerable groups and necessitates increased state investment."

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Good Health and Well-being
dailymail.co.uk
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\"Katies to Close All Stores, 480 Jobs Lost in Mosaic Brands Restructuring\"\

\"Mosaic Brands Group will close all 80 Katies stores in Australia by mid-January, resulting in approximately 480 job losses across its brands, as part of a broader restructuring plan to address \$249 million in debt and consolidate its business, impacting Millers, Rivers, and Noni B brands.\"

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40% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Melbourne Synagogue Firebombing Declared a Terrorist Attack

A firebombing attack on Melbourne's Adass Israel Synagogue early Friday morning has been declared a terrorist act by police, who are pursuing three suspects; the damage is extensive, estimated to be in the millions, and includes the destruction of five Torah scrolls.

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