Tag #Australia

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Alan Jones to Face Court on 26 Historical Sexual Assault Charges

Retired Australian broadcaster Alan Jones will appear in a Sydney court on Wednesday to face 26 charges of historical sexual assault involving nine alleged victims between 2001 and 2019, after an investigation prompted by media reports and further allegations.

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Gender Equality
smh.com.au
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Hugh Marks Appointed New ABC Managing Director

Hugh Marks, former Nine Entertainment CEO, will become the ABC's managing director in March 2025, replacing David Anderson who resigned in August 2024. The appointment was made by ABC Chair Kim Williams following an extensive search, and comes amidst controversy surrounding Marks' previous role.

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48% Bias Score

Gender Equality
smh.com.au
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Canberra: A Thriving Student City

Canberra, home to ANU and UC, offers students a vibrant city experience with proximity to nature, diverse suburbs like Canberra Central/Civic, Acton, Braddon, Belconnen, and Dickson each providing unique cultural and lifestyle options.

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40% Bias Score

Quality Education
smh.com.au
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Adelaide and Perth: Affordable Education and Vibrant Lifestyles for Australian Students

Adelaide and Perth, Australia's two largest non-mainstream cities, offer students affordable, high-quality education and vibrant lifestyles; Adelaide blends big-city amenities with small-town charm, while Perth boasts sunny weather, beaches, and a strong job market.

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40% Bias Score

Quality Education
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Victoria Imposes Total Fire Ban Amidst Extreme Heatwave and Bushfire Risk

A total fire ban is in place across much of Victoria due to a forecast extreme heatwave (temperatures up to 46°C in some areas and 41°C in Melbourne) and strong winds, impacting six districts with an extreme fire danger rating, due to unusually dry conditions and an early start to the fire season.

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52% Bias Score

Climate Action
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Proteomics International Secures \$2.16 Million R&D Rebate for Diagnostic Blood Tests

Proteomics International secured a \$2.16 million Australian R&D tax rebate to commercialize its innovative blood tests for diabetic kidney disease, endometriosis, and esophageal cancer, leveraging a \$4.95 million R&D investment and aiming for US market entry.

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40% Bias Score

Good Health and Well-being
theguardian.com
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Hugh Marks Appointed as ABC Managing Director

Hugh Marks, former Nine Entertainment CEO, will become the ABC's managing director on March 10, 2024, succeeding David Anderson after a unanimous board decision following an extensive search for a replacement.

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28% Bias Score

Quality Education
cnbc.com
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82-Year-Old Billionaire's Teamwork Approach Creates 150,000 Jobs

Jack Cowin, an 82-year-old Australian billionaire, built a \$3 billion fast-food empire through Hungry Jack's (Burger King), Domino's Pizza Australia, and other ventures, emphasizing teamwork and continuous engagement, creating approximately 150,000 jobs globally.

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48% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
smh.com.au
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Australian Retirement Income: Sufficient but with Caveats

The Australian superannuation system is projected to provide sufficient funds for a comfortable retirement for most, despite common fears; however, homeownership and future policy adjustments are crucial factors.

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Reduced Inequality
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HSBC Sued for \$23 Million in Scam Losses Due to Systemic Fraud Control Failures

Australia's corporate regulator is suing banking giant HSBC for failing to protect hundreds of customers who lost over \$23 million to scams between January 2020 and August 2024 due to alleged systemic gaps in its fraud control systems, slow investigations, and inadequate prevention measures.

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52% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
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Pre-conception Genetic Testing: Potential to Reduce Severe Genetic Diseases in France

In France, 15,000-20,000 new cases of severe genetic diseases are diagnosed yearly, impacting 2-3% of the population. An Australian study showed pre-conception genetic testing identified 2% of 9,100 couples at risk, with 75% using this information for prenatal or preimplantation diagnosis, suggestin...

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40% Bias Score

Good Health and Well-being
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Marmota Fast-Tracks High-Grade Titanium Discovery in South Australia

Marmota Ltd. is fast-tracking metallurgical testing of its high-grade Muckanippie titanium discovery in South Australia's Gawler Craton, aiming to capitalize on soaring titanium demand and following a neighbor's substantial discovery that saw a 1500% share price increase.

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48% Bias Score

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