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NSW Junior Doctor Strike Causes Widespread Hospital Disruptions

Junior doctors in NSW, Australia, staged a 72-hour strike from Tuesday, resulting in 370 elective surgery cancellations, 3020 outpatient appointment cancellations, and chemotherapy cancellations for 486 cancer patients; hospitals are offering locums over $2000 per day to cover.

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Good Health and Well-being
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Dizdar's Private School Remarks Spark NSW Education Funding Debate

NSW Education Department secretary Murat Dizdar's suggestion to debate the existence of private schools sparked controversy, highlighting funding inequalities and declining public school enrollments, with roughly 25,000 students lost in three years, prompting criticism from private school sectors an...

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Quality Education
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Brearley Denies Murder in Turvey Case

Jack Brearley, 24, denies murdering 15-year-old Cassius Turvey in Perth on October 13, 2022, claiming his co-accused, Brodie Palmer, inflicted the fatal blow; three others are also on trial.

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No Poverty
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Bondi Junction Stabbing Inquest to Examine Multiple Factors

A five-week inquest into the April 13, 2023, Bondi Junction stabbing that killed six people and injured ten will examine the attacker's mental health, police and emergency response, Westfield security, and media coverage; families' perspectives vary.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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18-Year-Old Dies in Crash Caused by Reckless Driver

Nick Campo died on July 2023, his 18th birthday, in a car crash caused by a 17-year-old driver who was speeding, under the influence of drugs, and driving a dangerously modified Toyota Hilux in Perth, Australia. The vehicle's passenger seat was removed and rotated 180 degrees, and critical safety fe...

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No Poverty
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Coalition's Plan to Hike International Student Visa Fees and Cap Numbers Sparks Criticism

The Australian Coalition proposed a policy to cap international student numbers at 240,000 and increase visa application fees to $2500 (or $5000 for Group of Eight universities), aiming to reduce strain on housing while critics argue this will harm Australia's education sector and international repu...

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Quality Education
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Bally's Takes Control of Star Entertainment in $300 Million Deal

Bally's Corp will invest $300 million in Star Entertainment Group, taking control, significantly devaluing shares, while Star's board and CEO benefit from the deal despite potential future losses and regulatory fines.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Labor's \$2.3 Billion Battery Subsidy to Cut Power Bills and Reduce Grid Reliance

Australia's Labor party promises a \$2.3 billion subsidy to reduce household battery costs by \$4,000 (30%) from July, aiming to lower power bills, ease grid demand, and reduce reliance on fossil fuels; however, critics point to a lack of support for renters and low-income households.

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Climate Action
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Teen Sentenced to Eight Years for Murder

An 18-year-old in Brisbane, Australia, was sentenced to over eight years for the murder of 19-year-old Abddullahi Ahmed Iyow, whom he repeatedly stabbed after a minor altercation on May 17, 2024; the teen had a history of drug use, gang involvement, and mental health issues.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Australia's International Flight Capacity Soars Past Pre-Pandemic Levels

International airline capacity in Australia exceeds pre-pandemic levels, with new routes launched by Emirates, United, and Fiji Airlines; a weaker Australian dollar, however, may impact Australian outbound travel.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Harmful Masculinity Trends Fueled by Social Media

Fitness influencer Ashton Hall's promotion of extreme masculinity practices on Instagram, viewed by nearly 11 million followers, sparks a debate about harmful gender stereotypes and the role of online influencers.

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Gender Equality
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Former Teacher Faces Multiple Child Sex Assault Charges

Former Vaucluse Public School teacher Michael Anthony Lunn is on trial for over a dozen counts of child sexual assault, allegedly abusing eight students aged between five and eight in the 1980s. Three complainants recently came forward following a police release and media coverage.

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