Hamad Syndicate Lieutenant to Stand Trial for Arson and Extortion
A suspected lieutenant of the Hamad crime syndicate, Majid Alibadi, 25, will face trial on 22 charges, including arson and extortion linked to a Melbourne "tobacco war" against the Haddara family; the incidents include firebombing attacks on multiple businesses and a specific extortion attempt on a ...
Hamad Syndicate Lieutenant to Stand Trial for Arson and Extortion
A suspected lieutenant of the Hamad crime syndicate, Majid Alibadi, 25, will face trial on 22 charges, including arson and extortion linked to a Melbourne "tobacco war" against the Haddara family; the incidents include firebombing attacks on multiple businesses and a specific extortion attempt on a ...
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44% Bias Score
Police probe into handling of 2009 complaint against Australia's worst paedophile
A Queensland Police investigation is underway into the handling of a 2009 complaint about Ashley Griffith, Australia's worst paedophile, who was sentenced to 27 years in prison for abusing hundreds of children; the investigation was prompted by a mother's recent statement about the initial dismissal...
Police probe into handling of 2009 complaint against Australia's worst paedophile
A Queensland Police investigation is underway into the handling of a 2009 complaint about Ashley Griffith, Australia's worst paedophile, who was sentenced to 27 years in prison for abusing hundreds of children; the investigation was prompted by a mother's recent statement about the initial dismissal...
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44% Bias Score
NSW to Trial Pill Testing at Music Festivals
The NSW government will implement a 12-month pill-testing trial at approximately 12 music festivals starting early 2025, costing $1 million, aiming to reduce drug-related harm and deaths following years of advocacy and a recent drug summit recommendation.
NSW to Trial Pill Testing at Music Festivals
The NSW government will implement a 12-month pill-testing trial at approximately 12 music festivals starting early 2025, costing $1 million, aiming to reduce drug-related harm and deaths following years of advocacy and a recent drug summit recommendation.
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44% Bias Score
Super Funds Pledge \$15 Billion for Australian Social Housing
Australian industry super funds plan to invest \$15 billion by 2030 in social and affordable housing via the IFM Investors' proposal, contingent on government policy reforms and aiming to deliver 100,000 homes to alleviate a critical housing shortage.
Super Funds Pledge \$15 Billion for Australian Social Housing
Australian industry super funds plan to invest \$15 billion by 2030 in social and affordable housing via the IFM Investors' proposal, contingent on government policy reforms and aiming to deliver 100,000 homes to alleviate a critical housing shortage.
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40% Bias Score
Sydney Antisemitic Attack: Man Charged With Arson and Property Damage
A 20-year-old man, Mohammed Farhat, was arrested in Sydney and charged with 21 offenses after allegedly targeting Jewish institutions with anti-Israel graffiti, arson, and property damage, causing over \$100,000 in damages, according to police.
Sydney Antisemitic Attack: Man Charged With Arson and Property Damage
A 20-year-old man, Mohammed Farhat, was arrested in Sydney and charged with 21 offenses after allegedly targeting Jewish institutions with anti-Israel graffiti, arson, and property damage, causing over \$100,000 in damages, according to police.
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40% Bias Score
128 Unresourced Police Jobs Revealed in Logan, Exposing Systemic Issues
A police whistleblower in Logan, south of Brisbane, revealed 128 unresourced police jobs, mostly domestic violence incidents, some involving firearms; the Police Minister confirmed the chronic understaffing and low morale, highlighting systemic resource allocation problems within the Queensland Poli...
128 Unresourced Police Jobs Revealed in Logan, Exposing Systemic Issues
A police whistleblower in Logan, south of Brisbane, revealed 128 unresourced police jobs, mostly domestic violence incidents, some involving firearms; the Police Minister confirmed the chronic understaffing and low morale, highlighting systemic resource allocation problems within the Queensland Poli...
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44% Bias Score
Sydney Couple Murdered: Gambling Debt Investigated
The bodies of Jai-Bao "Rex" Chen, 33, and his wife Zhuojun "Sally" Li were found dumped in a creek near Sydney Airport; police are investigating a large gambling debt owed by Chen to a loan shark as a potential motive for their murders.
Sydney Couple Murdered: Gambling Debt Investigated
The bodies of Jai-Bao "Rex" Chen, 33, and his wife Zhuojun "Sally" Li were found dumped in a creek near Sydney Airport; police are investigating a large gambling debt owed by Chen to a loan shark as a potential motive for their murders.
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52% Bias Score
Australia to Reopen Kyiv Embassy Amidst Ukraine War
Australia will reopen its Kyiv embassy in January 2024, pledging $156 million in aid for Ukraine's recovery and energy needs, amidst pressure from President-elect Trump to end the war and concerns about regional security.
Australia to Reopen Kyiv Embassy Amidst Ukraine War
Australia will reopen its Kyiv embassy in January 2024, pledging $156 million in aid for Ukraine's recovery and energy needs, amidst pressure from President-elect Trump to end the war and concerns about regional security.
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44% Bias Score
Cape Town JCC Bombing Attempt Prompts Condemnation Demand
An unexploded improvised explosive device was thrown at a Cape Town Jewish Community Center; the South African Jewish Board of Deputies demands President Ramaphosa condemn the attack, noting his silence and a similar attack in Melbourne, Australia.
Cape Town JCC Bombing Attempt Prompts Condemnation Demand
An unexploded improvised explosive device was thrown at a Cape Town Jewish Community Center; the South African Jewish Board of Deputies demands President Ramaphosa condemn the attack, noting his silence and a similar attack in Melbourne, Australia.
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High-Income Homeowners Face Financial Strain Amidst Rising Interest Rates
High-income Australian homeowners, some earning \$400,000 to \$500,000, are struggling with soaring mortgage repayments after the Reserve Bank's 13 interest rate increases, forcing some to move back in with family, downsize or relocate due to increased childcare costs and the overall cost of living.
High-Income Homeowners Face Financial Strain Amidst Rising Interest Rates
High-income Australian homeowners, some earning \$400,000 to \$500,000, are struggling with soaring mortgage repayments after the Reserve Bank's 13 interest rate increases, forcing some to move back in with family, downsize or relocate due to increased childcare costs and the overall cost of living.
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60% Bias Score
Gosford Hospital Loses Obstetrics Training Accreditation for Six Months
RANZCOG suspended Gosford Hospital's obstetrics and gynecology training accreditation for six months from February 2025 due to concerns about junior doctor supervision and patient safety, impacting approximately 4100 expected births and potentially diverting patients to other hospitals.
Gosford Hospital Loses Obstetrics Training Accreditation for Six Months
RANZCOG suspended Gosford Hospital's obstetrics and gynecology training accreditation for six months from February 2025 due to concerns about junior doctor supervision and patient safety, impacting approximately 4100 expected births and potentially diverting patients to other hospitals.
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44% Bias Score
MCA to Introduce \$20 Entry Fee Amidst Funding Crisis
The Museum of Contemporary Art Australia (MCA) will introduce a \$20 entry fee starting January 31, 2024, due to a \$2.559 million operating deficit and insufficient government funding, despite its significant contribution to Sydney's cultural scene.
MCA to Introduce \$20 Entry Fee Amidst Funding Crisis
The Museum of Contemporary Art Australia (MCA) will introduce a \$20 entry fee starting January 31, 2024, due to a \$2.559 million operating deficit and insufficient government funding, despite its significant contribution to Sydney's cultural scene.
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56% Bias Score