Tag #Australia

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NSW Government, Ku-ring-gai Council Reach Agreement on 23,200 Homes

The NSW government and Ku-ring-gai Council reached a confidential agreement to build approximately 23,200 homes near four train stations on Sydney's upper north shore by May 2024, resolving a legal dispute over higher-density housing plans.

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Woolworths Strike Causes Liquor Shortages Across Victoria and NSW

Over 1,500 Woolworths warehouse workers in Australia have been striking since November 21st, causing significant stock shortages at Dan Murphy's and BWS liquor stores across Victoria and southern NSW due to disruptions at five distribution centers, resulting in a $50 million loss for Woolworths.

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\$1.7 Billion in Unpaid Child Support Prompts Call for Tax Office Intervention

A parliamentary committee report found \$1.7 billion in unpaid Australian child support, impacting 975,000 children, and recommends transferring responsibilities to the Australian Tax Office for improved enforcement and to address financial abuse costing \$5.7 billion annually.

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Misleading Low-Carb Alcohol Marketing Targets Young Australians

A George Institute study found young Australians are three times more likely to view low-carb or low-sugar alcoholic drinks as healthy due to misleading marketing, highlighting a need for stricter regulations on alcohol labeling and marketing practices, especially concerning sugar content.

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NSW Drug Summit Ends in Tensions Over Decriminalization

The NSW drug summit, initially predicted to be unproductive, ended with intense debate and calls for decriminalization, despite the government's prior rejection of the policy.

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Mixed-Tenure Housing Success in Wollongong, Australia

The Northsea building in Wollongong, Australia, is a pioneering mixed-tenure development featuring 8 social housing, 6 affordable, and 38 private market apartments, integrated without segregation, demonstrating a successful model for inclusive housing.

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Australian Billionaire Charged Over Unlawful Lottery

Australian businessman Adrian Portelli and his company LMCT+ face multiple charges of conducting an unlawful lottery in South Australia, potentially facing significant fines if convicted, despite claiming to be a membership reward service.

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Terrain Minerals Expands Gallium Exploration in WA Amidst Global Demand

Terrain Minerals is expanding its gallium exploration at the Larin's Lane project in WA with a $600,000 drilling program and a government-funded study on efficient gallium recovery methods following high-grade gallium oxide intercepts in initial drilling, aiming to capitalize on growing global deman...

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ANZ Appoints Former Minister Birmingham to Boost Asia Pacific Engagement

Simon Birmingham, former Australian senator and cabinet minister, joined ANZ bank on February 3, 2024, as head of Asia Pacific engagement and chair of its South Australian branch to boost its institutional division and strengthen its Asian presence, focusing on commercial investment between Australi...

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Mandatory Carded Play for Poker Machines: Industry Divided on Harm Reduction

Crown Melbourne's CEO advocates for mandatory carded play on poker machines to reduce gambling harm, despite industry opposition due to potential job losses and revenue impacts; a NSW government report supports this, citing a reduction in harm at Crown.

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Victoria's Proposed Health Overhaul Sparks Concerns Over Job Losses and Patient Access

The Victorian government plans to overhaul its health system by July 2024, creating 11 networks sharing staff, beds, and radiology services to cut costs and improve workforce shortages, despite concerns this is a backdoor hospital merger that could lead to job losses and reduced patient access.

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Melbourne Businesses Blacklist Dan Andrews Amid Public Backlash Over COVID Lockdowns

Multiple Melbourne restaurants and golf clubs have banned former Victorian Premier Dan Andrews due to his strict COVID-19 lockdown policies, reflecting public anger over their economic impact and his perceived anti-business stance.

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