Tag #Australia

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Australia Threatens Action Against Russia Over Alleged Killing of Australian Fighting in Ukraine

Australia is considering strong action against Russia, possibly expelling its ambassador, following reports that Melbourne man Oscar Jenkins was killed by Russian forces after being captured while fighting for Ukraine; the war enters day 1,057.

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smh.com.au
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Telstra's \$700 Million AI Investment Signals Australian Tech Boom

Telstra will invest \$700 million in AI, partnering with Accenture to improve business processes and consolidate data providers; this follows Macquarie's \$8 billion data center investment, reflecting a surge in Australian AI adoption aimed at boosting productivity and economic growth, though potent...

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Australia's Medicine Shortages: A Call for Domestic Manufacturing

Widespread medicine shortages in Australia, particularly affecting menopausal women needing hormone replacement therapy patches, highlight the nation's reliance on imports and the need for increased domestic manufacturing and supply chain resilience.

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Australia Demands Answers from Russia Over Death of Citizen Fighting in Ukraine

Australia is demanding answers from Russia regarding the death of an Australian citizen, Oscar Jenkins, who was reportedly killed after being captured while fighting for Ukraine. The incident comes amid escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine, including a recent series of major missile and dr...

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Sydney Train Strike Causes Hundreds of Service Delays

On January 15th, hundreds of Sydney train services were delayed or canceled due to a strike by the Electrical Trades Union (ETU) and Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) over a pay dispute, causing significant disruptions for commuters and prompting calls to avoid travel.

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smh.com.au
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Sydney's Millennial Exodus: Brain Drain Threatens City's Future

Driven by unaffordable housing and higher salaries abroad, thousands of millennial professionals are leaving Sydney annually, prompting concerns about a potential brain drain and the city's long-term economic and social future.

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Sydney Rail Strike: Commuters Bear Brunt of RTBU Action

Sydney's rail network is crippled by ongoing industrial action from the RTBU, causing widespread disruption, economic damage, and public anger, despite the NSW government's improved pay offer of 13 percent over four years.

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theguardian.com
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Coles Removes Knives After Employee Stabbing; Queensland Premier Promises Further Crackdown on Youth Crime

A 63-year-old Coles employee was allegedly stabbed by a 13-year-old boy in Queensland, Australia, prompting Coles to remove kitchen knives from its stores and raising concerns about youth crime and the effectiveness of recent legislation.

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theguardian.com
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Australia Acts to Counter Rise in Antisemitic Attacks

Following antisemitic attacks in Australia, including synagogue vandalism and arson, Prime Minister Albanese convened a meeting to enhance information sharing, update legislation, and support affected communities; Labor MP Josh Burns advocates for stronger national laws against vilification and the ...

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Queensland Health System Faces \$2 Billion Maintenance Backlog, Cybersecurity Risks Double

A Queensland audit revealed \$2 billion in deferred hospital maintenance, doubled cybersecurity risks, and the longest specialist outpatient wait times in nine years, despite adding 6,259 health staff and 2,200 beds between 2023 and 2024.

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smh.com.au
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Nine Entertainment Restructures, Stan CEO Exits Amid Streaming Push

Nine Entertainment is undergoing a major restructure, resulting in the departure of Stan CEO Martin Kugeler and other executives, and the creation of a new converged streaming and broadcast division led by Amanda Laing. The company is reorganizing into three divisions to improve efficiency and lever...

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Regional Australian Assets Attract \$110 Million in Private Investment

Private investors purchased nearly \$110 million in regional Australian assets, including Bunnings warehouses, petrol stations, and childcare centers, due to attractive yields in the low-interest-rate environment; Charter Hall's \$65.3 million Bunnings Nowra purchase and Burgess Rawson's \$39.6 mill...

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