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Record-Breaking 44-Gram Stick Insect Discovered in Australia

A newly discovered stick insect species in Queensland, Australia, weighs 44 grams, exceeding the previous record for Australia's heaviest insect. Researchers from James Cook University made the discovery in the high-altitude rainforests of Millaa Millaa.

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New EU and US Fees Hike International Travel Costs for Australians

Australians will pay a €20 ETIAS fee to enter the Schengen Area starting in late 2026, in addition to a new $250 US fee for some travelers, increasing the cost of international travel.

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Arson Attacks Target Businesses of Alleged Drug Importer with Bikie Ties

On July 27, 2024, two Melbourne panel beating businesses owned by David Deicke, an alleged drug importer with Comanchero bikie ties, were targeted in arson attacks, resulting in multiple vehicles being torched; police suspect the incidents are linked.

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Arrest Made in Politically Motivated Synagogue Arson

A 21-year-old man was arrested on Wednesday for his alleged role in the politically motivated arson attack on Melbourne's Adass Israel Synagogue in December 2024; police are working with international partners and expect more arrests.

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Finland's Mandatory Military Service: A Model for Australia?

Three young Finnish men detail their experiences with Finland's mandatory national service, highlighting its societal impact and the challenges of adapting such a model to other countries like Australia, emphasizing the need for a renewed social contract.

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Australia Expands Social Media Ban to Include YouTube

Australia will include YouTube in its world-first ban on social media for children under 16, starting in December, aiming to protect them from harmful content and predatory algorithms, despite Google's objections and potential legal challenges.

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Belvoir's "Grief is the Thing With Feathers": A Theatrical Exploration of Loss

Belvoir's theatre production of Max Porter's "Grief is the Thing With Feathers", adapted and directed by Simon Phillips, uses a minimalist set and evocative sound design to explore a family's journey through grief after a mother's death, featuring Toby Schmitz in a dual role as the grieving father a...

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Regional University Transforms Anxious Student into Confident Leader

Sam Laing's decision to attend the University of New England's geoscience program in Armidale, six hours from her Sydney home, transformed her from an anxious high school graduate to a confident university leader, highlighting the benefits of regional university life and community.

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Australia Bans Children Under 16 from YouTube and Other Social Media

Australia will ban children under 16 from accessing major social media platforms, including YouTube, starting in December 2025, to combat harmful online content; platforms face hefty fines for non-compliance.

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Australia Bans YouTube for Under-16s

Australia will ban YouTube for users under 16 starting December 10th to combat predatory algorithms, following a similar ban on social media platforms in November 2024; the government cites that 40% of Australian children have seen inappropriate content on YouTube.

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USS Ohio's Brisbane Visit: A Show of Force in the Pacific

The USS Ohio, a nuclear-powered guided-missile submarine, arrived in Brisbane, Australia, for the first time, coinciding with the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Pacific, serving as a deterrent and geopolitical statement.

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Australia to Ban Under-16s from Social Media

Australia will ban social media use for children under 16 from December 10th, including YouTube, with platforms facing fines up to \$49.5 million for non-compliance, prompting international discussion at the UN General Assembly in September.

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